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Selling your Home for Cash – Pro’s and Con’s

If you ever drive around town on the weekends you have surely seen the signs stuck everywhere - "Sell your home fast", "I will buy your ugly home", "Cash for your house". I see these so often, I thought it deserved better investigation into the process of a "quick sell" and what, if any, are the benefits. Have you ever considered selling your home for cash? Here are some pro's and con's.

First, let me say, I am completely surprised. I always assumed cash offers were there to take advantage of people in bad situations and expected to find a bunch of con-men. I also assumed that cash offers probably took advantage of a seller in a bad situation. Though this may be true at times, it often isn't the case. A cash deal for your home has so many benefits I am now considering it for my home.

Pro's of selling your home for cash

Here are some reasons why you might consider a cash offer on your home:

No showing your home - if you speak to any r…

Enchant Christmas in Arlington

Something has been brewing in Arlington, TX. Enchant Christmas makes its U.S. debut at Globe Life Park with the largest Christmas light maze and North Texas’ largest outdoor Christmas tree. Unwrap a new holiday tradition this Christmas season to the most wonderful scenic light show in Texas. You can virtually get lost in the light maze. Trust me, it’s easy to do, we had so much fun searching for Santa’s reindeer and taking pictures that we lost track of time; before we knew it, it was closing time. Plan ahead. One thing that we love are our pictures, right? And with the many backgrounds that ENCHANT gives, you will create memories with your loved ones that will last beyond the holiday season. ENCHANT is great for families, big groups, or a special date night. Strolling through the winter wonderland, incredible features include: The Maze: Experience the largest light maze in the world as you help Santa find his nine missing reindeer to save Christmas. VIP Eve…

Things to do in Arlington- Arlington Museum of Arts

July 25, 2017 Born in New York in 1922, Milton Greene began taking pictures at the early age of 14. Although he was the recipient of a scholarship to the renowned Pratt Institute, a heightened awareness of the photographic image diverted his attention to the camera and its versatility. He soon apprenticed himself to the famous photojournalist and wizard of composition, Elliot Elisofen. Before long, his keen regard for fashion and the camera found him assisting Louise Dahl-Wolfe, the distinguished fashion photographer known for her unique covers and fashion pages for Harpers Bazaar. The range of Milton Greenes subjects include such people as Marilyn Monroe, Audrey Hepburn, Frank Sinatra, Elizabeth Taylor, Ava Gardner, Marlene Dietrich, Grace Kelly, Cary Grant, Sammy Davis Jr., Sir Lawrence Olivier, Judy Garland, Paul Newman, Dizzy Gillespie, and Catherine Deneuve as well as many others. But it was his unique friendship, business relationship and ens…

Things to do in Arlington

July 25, 2017 Arlington is a great example of Texas being about big, lager than life things. In the city of Arlington the sports franchises are big, the theme parks are wild and the music is loud. If you are looking for a quaint getaway then Arlington is not the place but if you are looking for a city with a Texan sized attitude then Arlington can (almost) match Dallas and Fort Worth. Here are the best things to do in Arlington: Get your thrills at Six Flags Over Texas This massive amusement park attracts visitors around the country during their time spent in Arlington and in the surrounding state of Texas. Thrill rides include two themed around Batman and a superman water ride which is guaranteed to leave you soaked. There are also plenty of rides to cater for the less adventurous visitor to the park. As with all Six Flags parks, there are plenty of places to eat throughout the park as well as live entertainment and shopping. Visit th…

The Best Barbecue in Arlington Texas – Article

Everything is bigger in Texas, and that includes BBQ. Arlington Texas is home to such larger than life names like AT&T Stadium, home to the Dallas Cowboys, Six Flags over Texas, Arlington Stadium, and the Jambo Texan. That's right, the Jambo Texan. In Arlington there is a little slice of barbecue heaven called Jambo's. Luckily, there are two location in Arlington (and a third in Rendon TX) because they often run out of meats before dinner is over. (Takeaway hint: Go for lunch or early dinner - or call ahead to check the status). At Jambo's they serve a monstrosity called the Jambo Texan. Two slices of Texas Toast with brisket, bologna, pulled pork, sausage, and topped with ribs. Practical? No. Not at all. Delicious? Definitely. The real question is how to eat it. Obviously you can't bite through a sandwich with bone in ribs on it. So the question usually becomes - after taking the ribs off, do you eat them first, or do you take the meat off and add it to …