I am very proud to report that my daughter, Erin Miller, is doing extremely well with her swimming and her goal of perhaps getting to the Olympics in London next year. It has been a long and hard road for her as she suffered an injury to her shoulder these past years and has been recovering and training hard!
Here is an excerpt from the results posting.....read on!
2011 Summer Nationals - ...
Posted by The Don Miller Group Team
on August 15, 2011
Ultimate Guide to Choosing Countertops: Pros & Cons
If you've ever undergone a big kitchen renovation, ...
Posted by The Don Miller Group Team
on June 8, 2011
I have a lot of people asking me how to best prepare for a home purchase in the next year or two.
How much should you save for a down payment?
My recommendation for a down payment: 5-10% minimum, try for 20% or more if possible.
What should you do before actually starting to house hunt?
Save, save, save that down payment.
Keep paying any bills and/or credit on time. This ...
Posted by The Don Miller Group Team
on May 10, 2011
Preparing Your Home For Autumn!
Fall is one of the most scenic times of year - with leaves changing their colors making for gorgeous views. It's also a time of falling temperatures and changing weather conditions, and as everyone knows, old man winter can sneak up quickly. As the air gets colder and we transition from the warm summer months to the cooler months of autumn, here are a few things you ...
Posted by The Don Miller Group Team
on September 16, 2010
Here are some interesting points put forward by Dian Hymer, a real estate broker with more than 30 years' experience, and a nationally syndicated real estate columnist and author of "House Hunting: The Take-Along Workbook for Home Buyers" and "Starting Out, The Complete Home Buyer's Guide."
By Dian Hymer
"Some listings in prime, high-demand markets come on the market and sell quickly, ...
Posted by The Don Miller Group Team
on September 13, 2010
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Posted by The Don Miller Group Team
on September 3, 2010
In the 80’s and 90’s there were floral arrangements with silks a plenty! It was the thing to do and helped set the look of the home and boost the staging presence! But today is a new day and the staging stakes have risen dramatically in presenting a home for sale! It is now time to retire those old flower arrangements to the garbage!!! Have a peaceful transition of parting with those ...
Posted by The Don Miller Group Team
on September 2, 2010
When Preparing to Sell
Curb appeal is especially important for a house that is on the market. The front of the house is the first thing a potential buyer experiences. It can invite that person to look inside or turn him away. Here are a few suggestions to home sellers:
Fertilize and water your landscaping plants. Yellowed trees, grass, and plantings are ...
Posted by The Don Miller Group Team
on August 30, 2010
Don Miller, realtor of The Don Miller Group, takes a moment out of his drive back to Vernon from Kelowna BC to stop and show you the wonderful view of the Okanagan valley and how you can see Coldstream and Silver Star mountain resort from one spot, ya gotta love this place! For info on how you can own a piece of Okanagan paradise or Vernon realestate call us today on 250-550-2125 ...
Posted by The Don Miller Group Team
on March 10, 2010
Excited about Geothermal
Excited about Geothermal
Have you ever seen a listing advertising geothermal heating? I've seen these that had a geothermal heating and cooling system - an unusual and intriguing feature for a Canadian home.
The whole concept of "geothermal" intrigued me, so I did some research, and found this video that described everything about how geothermal ...
Posted by The Don Miller Group Team
on March 4, 2010