DD Web • November 1, 2016
Your Daylight Savings 2016 Home Maintenance Checklist
It’s time to fall back! This year the clock falls back at 2 a.m. on Sunday, November 6th, so before you go to bed on Saturday night, don’t forget to set your clocks back (and in case you do, at least you have an extra hour padded into your morning). During the cold winter months, we say goodbye to the sun a whole hour earlier which means shorter days and more cozy nights spent by the fire…an idea we don’t hate!
But how about that bonus hour of daylight on Sunday morning? A brisk walk or jog around Liberty Park or a quick hike up Ferguson Canyon. Or treat yourself to a breakfast pastry and a double-shot espresso or pumpkin spice latte at The Coffee Garden (because you know, it’s that time of year). Or you can even catch the last day of the Orchid Show at Red Butte (it will be awhile before we see flowers bloom again!)
Daylight Savings is also a great time for reminding your clients to follow-up on some routine home maintenance (along with changing their clocks). Here are some recommended fall ‘cleanup’ tasks for your home (after you take that extra hour for yourself, of course).
– Check and replace batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
– Replace batteries in flashlights and remote controls.
– Reverse your ceiling fan’s direction to blow down in the winter.
– Clean wood-burning fireplaces and have a chimney sweep inspect your chimney.
– If you have an in-refrigerator water filtration system, check and change the filter.
– Check exterior dryer and heater vents to ensure they are clear of debris. Clean the dryer filter and hoses.
– Stock up on a winter’s supply of furnace filters. Change filters monthly for maximum energy savings.
– Clear gutters of debris and check for any leaks – fix now before it snows or freezes over.
– Clean and store patio furniture, drain garden hoses and install insulating covers on spigots.
As you know, in real estate timeliness is everything. You can reflect the importance of this in your own business by alerting clients to the upcoming time change while creating an opportunity to offer some helpful advice.
Happy ‘falling back!’
-The Novation Title Team
At Novation Title, we take immense pride in being recognized on the 2024 Top Latino-Owned Business List ! As a Latino-owned company, we are passionate about empowering our community through homeownership—one of the fastest ways for Latinos to build generational wealth in America. Why Hispanic Homeownership Matters Homeownership is more than just buying property; it's about creating stability, financial security, and opportunities for future generations. We believe in providing the resources and education needed to help our Latino community navigate the path to homeownership with confidence. Educating & Supporting Latino Homebuyers Our team uses key insights from the NAHREP (National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals) reports to share real data on Latino homeownership growth and opportunities. We know that numbers don’t lie , and we want to ensure that every aspiring homeowner and entrepreneur has access to the right information. Advice for Latino Entrepreneurs For those looking to start a business in the title and real estate industry, our advice is simple: educate yourself and lean on data. By understanding the numbers and trends, you can position yourself for long-term success. Thank you to our community and partners for trusting Novation Title. Together, we continue to break barriers and build wealth through homeownership!
At Novation Title, we take immense pride in being recognized on the 2024 Top Latino-Owned Business List ! As a Latino-owned company, we are passionate about empowering our community through homeownership—one of the fastest ways for Latinos to build generational wealth in America. Why Hispanic Homeownership Matters Homeownership is more than just buying property; it's about creating stability, financial security, and opportunities for future generations. We believe in providing the resources and education needed to help our Latino community navigate the path to homeownership with confidence. Educating & Supporting Latino Homebuyers Our team uses key insights from the NAHREP (National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals) reports to share real data on Latino homeownership growth and opportunities. We know that numbers don’t lie , and we want to ensure that every aspiring homeowner and entrepreneur has access to the right information. Advice for Latino Entrepreneurs For those looking to start a business in the title and real estate industry, our advice is simple: educate yourself and lean on data. By understanding the numbers and trends, you can position yourself for long-term success. Thank you to our community and partners for trusting Novation Title. Together, we continue to break barriers and build wealth through homeownership!
Welcome, 2020! We made it through the first week of the New Year and are already excited for what’s to come in this brand new decade. Anything can happen, and we have so much to create! Whether you’re a fan of long-term resolutions or prefer setting smaller, short-term goals, it feels good to start the year off with a desire to change for the better. If you know us, you know our approach at Novation Title has always been goal-centric, not only within our business but in our personal lives and out in the community. In today’s world where we are constantly connected (and distracted), it’s no wonder that we increasingly find ourselves overwhelmed mentally and physically drained. Often, the issues in everyday life are the ones that prevent us from enjoying the very same everyday life! How can we balance this out? We believe we can do better. That is why we are introducing meditation into our workspace. While meditation has been practiced for over 5,000 years, it is increasingly becoming a necessary way for us to unplug from the modern world. But what, exactly, is it? Meditation is a practice where an individual uses a technique — such as mindfulness — to train attention and thoughts. Mindfulness is awareness, it is a state of peace. It is being in the present moment, intentional and serene. It is the process of being aware of your thoughts while also disconnecting from them so you can connect within. Connecting within is the highest form of intelligence and results in proven mental, emotional and spiritual health benefits. Here are just a few science-based benefits of meditation: Reduces blood pressure Increases serotonin production that improves mood and behavior Improves immune system Increase in energy levels Lessens stress and anxiety Increases happiness and creativity Clarity and peace of mind Increased memory retention and recall Enhances self-awareness and self-acceptance Each one of us, regardless of gender, age or other factors, undergo daily stress and tension at some level or the other. That’s why we’re so excited to introduce #NovationMeditation into our business and we encourage others to join us this year. We can ALL benefit from improved mental and physical health in 2020. Who’s with us?!
