5 tips for settling into your new home

(BPT) - Though summer is winding down, for many families, hectic moving schedules are still underway. Whether you are moving this season or planning for a move in the near future, consider some helpful guidelines on packing up, moving out and settling in without a hitch — plus, the latest technologies to turn your new house into a home.
Here are five tips to help you minimize moving stress and settle in quickly:
Make a list, measure it twice. After celebrating the signing of your new home (congratulations!), it’s time to begin the moving process. Even before you start packing, it’s important, if possible, to visit your new home with a tape measure. Carefully measure and take note of the square footage and dimensions of every room in your new home. Do the same with any existing appliances and furniture you plan on relocating to your new home to ensure that everything fits through the door and in the space. LG's moving guide (www.lg.com/us/moving) is designed to help and includes tips on measuring your current appliances to make sure they’ll fit. If you’re purchasing new large appliances or furniture, be sure to measure everything in the store or take note of each item’s dimensions online to make sure it fits. Removing or replacing a refrigerator, for example, is a time-consuming and expensive task that can be avoided with careful planning. If you aren’t able to visit before moving in, ask your broker or real estate agent for a copy of the floor plan.
Pack strategically, unpack easily. Pack and label items by category, such as dishes, winter clothes and books, or by appropriate area, such as bedroom, kitchen and living room. To limit damage, be sure to pack fragile and valuable items carefully with padded packaging, and communicate fragile items clearly with your movers. To save even more hassle, pack a couple of boxes of essential items, specifically for the first night in your new home, which would otherwise be hard to find. You’ll thank yourself when items such as cleaning supplies, fresh linens and a coffeepot are right at your fingertips. Staying organized is key to avoid losing your belongings — resulting in saving time and unnecessary re-purchasing expenses in the process.
Find savings and convenience in new technology. Moving is a common time to buy new electronics — and there are some simple ways to make these new purchases more customizable than ever. For example, rather than choosing surround sound speakers that require lots of cumbersome wiring to install, select a wireless speaker and TV surround sound system like LG’s Music Flow. It offers a range of speakers and soundbars that you can mix and match to create a customized and easy-to-use home audio system for your new living space. With Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and Google Cast built in, systems like this let you can stream your favorite online music services, including Spotify and Pandora, straight from your mobile device. There’s no need for additional hardware or wires.
Share your new address. Take initiative and update your employer, bank, school, doctors, pharmacist and credit card company with your new address as early as possible. This can affect billing statements and formal records, which are a headache to change at a later date. Be sure to call your electric, cable and internet companies to swap your address, and inquire about any potential changes in your service. Sign up for USPS mail forwarding to ensure all of your mail reaches you in a timely manner. And don’t forget to keep your friends and family in the loop! It’s a busy and exiting time, so share your news!
Upgrade your appliances. If you’re not planning to bring your current laundry appliances to your new home, look for a new ENERGY STAR washer and dryer with the latest cleaning technologies that help make clean-up a breeze and save on your electric bill, too. One such example is LG’s top-load laundry pair with the dryer featuring an EasyLoad door, the first machine to open two ways. The unique door can be accessed from the top (hamper style) to easily toss in wet clothes from the washer and sideways to quickly unload clothes into the basket. This makes it easier than ever to drop in and unload laundry.
For additional tips on moving and settling into a new space, as well as a complete, eight-week timeline, check the helpful LG moving guide (www.lg.com/us/moving). It’s impossible to anticipate every bump in the road, but having a thorough yet flexible plan will help minimize stress and ensure the moving process goes smoothly.

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Planning a home improvement project? Financing is the first tool you'll need

Planning a home improvement project? Financing is the first tool you'll need

(BPT) - If you’re planning a home improvement project this year, you’re in good company. The economy and housing market are recovering, home values and equity are rising, and many homeowners are beginning projects they had put off over the past few years. A recent report by the Joint Center of Housing Studies at Harvard University predicts that the home improvement industry could post record-level spending in 2015.
Creating your dream home could involve major work, like remodeling a bathroom or finishing a basement, or smaller changes like landscaping or new flooring. As costs can range from $30 for a can of paint to six figures for big additions, a significant part of planning your project is financing. Numerous options may be available and it’s important to seek information from an experienced financial professional.
“Many consumers aren’t aware of all the financing options for home improvement, or they may not have thought of those options to pay for the work they want to do,” says Kelly Kockos, senior vice president with Wells Fargo Home Equity. “Homeowners can start by defining a vision of what they want their finished project to look like, and talking with a banker or lender to explore how to pay for it.”
As you prepare to make decisions about financing, ask yourself these questions to get started:

1. Size of project: How much do you want to spend, and will you need access to funds throughout your project or one lump sum? You may not know your total budget but it’s important to have a good idea of what your project might cost.
2. DIY vs. contractor: Are you planning to do the work yourself or hire a contractor? If you are using a contractor, references and your own research can help you make an informed choice.
3. Repayment plan: Will you need long-term financing or is short-term financing sufficient? If you plan to borrow funds, consider the monthly payment that would fit your budget.

These are some common financing options to explore:
*Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) – A HELOC can provide ongoing access to funds using the equity in your home, which typically results in lower interest rates than unsecured credit. This type of credit may also provide you potential tax benefits. Consult your tax advisor regarding the deductibility of interest. Wells Fargo has a combination of industry-leading features to help you borrow responsibly – principal and interest payments that rebuild your equity, annual and lifetime rate caps, and the ability to lock and unlock your rate with a fixed rate advance.
*Mortgages with built-in renovation financing – These loans help homeowners complete renovations with a loan amount that is based on an appraiser’s estimate of what the property value will be with completed improvements. This is also an option for aspiring homeowners who purchase properties that need repair. Whether a home purchase or a refinance, this option finances the renovations and mortgage in one loan. Wells Fargo is the nation’s leading originator of renovation financing, with a dedicated team of home mortgage consultants specializing in renovation lending.
*Cash-out refinance mortgages – A cash-out refinance replaces your current mortgage with a new and larger mortgage that pays off your current balance and allows you to use the equity in your home to provide additional funds for other purposes.
*Credit card – Credit cards can be used for large or small purchases and may earn rewards, which can add up to significant benefits when you’re making big home improvement purchases. However, credit cards often have higher interest rates than other loan or credit options, which should be taken into consideration.
*Personal loans and lines of credit – These personal credit options typically offer quick credit decisions and access to funds in a day. Lines of credit provide ongoing access to funds.
*Savings – If you have a do-it-yourself project or a small renovation, accessing your savings might be an option. By paying cash, there is faster access to funds and nothing to repay.
Your bank may not be the best source for what color to paint your room or which walls to move, but it can help you identify your financial options. Each option has its associated benefits and considerations, and your bank can provide valuable information to help you make informed decisions about which options are right for you. More information and tips on home improvement financing are available online in the Wells Fargo Home Improvement Lending Center, including a financing option comparison tool.
With these tips and the help of a finance professional, you can go from imagining your modern kitchen or new deck to getting started on them.

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Plainview, Old - Bethpage, NY House Selling Prices for July 2015

St #	Street Name	Sfx	Town	Sold Price	Style
22	Mahan	Rd	Old Bethpage	600000	Split
1188	Round Swamp	Rd	Old Bethpage	420000	Exp Ranch
4	Sherman	Rd	Old Bethpage	464000	Exp Ranch
14	Weldon	Ln	Old Bethpage	490000	Split
80	Audrey	Ave	Plainview	485000	Exp Cape
51	Audrey	Ave	Plainview	390000	Cape
10	Barbara Lynn	Ct	Plainview	590000	Ranch
27	Barnum	Ave	Plainview	780000	Contemporary
6	Beaumont	Dr	Plainview	580000	Ranch
85	Briarwood	Ln	Plainview	440000	Exp Cape
20	Cedar	Dr	Plainview	640000	Colonial
239	Central Park	Rd	Plainview	530000	Split
3	Cloverhill	Dr	Plainview	476000	Split
16	Cranberry	Ln	Plainview	475000	Split
10	Cypress	Ln	Plainview	802000	Colonial
31	Diamond	Dr	Plainview	477000	Ranch
50	Eldorado	Blvd	Plainview	418000	Cape
14	Eton	Pl	Plainview	450000	Split
11	Evelyn	Rd	Plainview	426000	Ranch
61	Glenwood	Rd	Plainview	683650	Split
23	Harcourt	Rd	Plainview	480000	Split
34	Irene	Ln	Plainview	622000	Split
98	Jamaica	Ave	Plainview	480000	Split
57	Keswick	Ln	Plainview	588000	Split
1	Manetto	Dr	Plainview	685000	Colonial
268	Manetto Hill	Rd	Plainview	436000	Ranch
60	Nassau	Ave	Plainview	428000	Exp Cape
10	Oaks	Blvd	Plainview	728000	Split
10	Overlook	Ln	Plainview	737500	Split
25	Pleasant	Ave	Plainview	542500	Colonial
106	Radcliffe	Rd	Plainview	560000	Split
19	Redwood	Dr	Plainview	639500	Split
60	Ruby	Ln	Plainview	486000	Hi Ranch
42	Shelter Hill	Rd	Plainview	477000	Split
16	Spector	Ln	Plainview	649000	Split
31	Stratford	Rd	Plainview	515000	Split
196	W. Main	Pky	Plainview	800000	Colonial
95	Wilson	Pl	Plainview	652500	Colonial