Connie Hamilton's (cchamilt) Blog

IT'S OPEN SEASON ON ID THEFT.  Identity theft is the fastest growing crime in America, and the average victim spends 175 hours and $1,000 repairing the damage.  Tax time presents an even greater risk for ID theft because your personal information is everywhere.  Below are tips to avoid becoming a...

KEEP YOUR FAIR SHARE ON TAXES THIS YEAR!  Tax season is approaching.  Each year, additional tax deductions and credits are available to people who know where to look.  Here are a few tips: 1.  A first-time home buyer's tax credit is available until July 1, 2009.  The credit is up to $3,750.00 for...

                                                     TIRED OF LISTENING TO YOUR FRIEND TALK ABOUT THEIR NEW HOME! All your friends will love to visit you at this home.  It has 4 bedrooms, two on each side, 2 1/2 baths, 2 dining area's and large living room.  Neutral colors through out will work w...

5 ways to $ave Money on your next Remodeling project 1. TIME YOUR REMODEL RIGHT.  Many projects can be done in the off season to take advantage of lower rates when contractors aren't as busy.  For example, have an air conditioning unit installed in late winter or a heater installed in late summer...

POSSIBLE, despite what your pet might try to tell you! With people moving worldwide for work or pleasure, boxes are going bi-coastal and pets are clearing through customs on a daily basis. Moving isn't just stressful for people, it's equally stressful for pets.  So when it comes to moving pets, p...

My 3rd annual dirt bike trip was not all sunshine and dirt.  It was wet, cold, foggy and miserable.  If you've ever been anticipating a trip for months and were disappointed from the get-go you can sympathize with me.  We did have fun with fireside chats and managed to get some photos (The Motley...