RESPECT - We all want it

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I woke this morning with the word “RESPECT” running through my mind.  I realized that getting respect and being respected is a huge priority in my life.  I also believe others feel being respected is necessary in theirs.  I choose to…

Put In The Ear Plugs!

We live in a world filled with sound.  The horn honking and the music bumping.  We hear noise everywhere and it competes for our valuable brain space.  Once a sound enters our ears it becomes apart of us.  It becomes something that we are…

Market Update May 2014/Queens and Long Island

Housing sales for this region have improved since the 1st quarter of 2014 which reflected the harsh winter conditions.  The market, however, is not as strong as it was in 2013.  We do know that real estate is valued per location and specifics…

Playing and Travel Are Good for Your Brain

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Traveling, in general, rolls so many of those brain healthy activities together -- being social, learning new things, moving outside your comfort zones, exploring your own limits.   Add to that photography, physical activity, and a purpose…

Ask Rebecca Anything

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Dear Rebecca, I thought a marriage is about give and take and mutual support. I keep giving, but now I am resentful because it’s not mutual. My husband is good at taking and thinks mostly of himself. His actions are guided by doing what…

Starting or Buying a Business

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Planning for your own business Before you start your own business or buy an existing business, you should do some initial planning. You may have already decided what type of business you want--your own restaurant, retail outlet, service, or…

Keeping a Cool Head Can Earn You Money

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You’ve heard it before: Don’t let emotions get in the way of business.  Well the adage holds true for investing, as well – probably even more so.  It seems easy enough to do, but when you see the value of your savings falling like a…

Thank You Maya Angelou

I’ll never forget the first time I read something by Maya Angelou. It was a number of years ago. I had been in New York City, and found a used bookstore. Bookstores are something I rarely pass up, and used bookstores are a treat for me. I…

IF YOU ARE THINKING OF RELOCATING 3 IMPORTANT ACTIONS TO TAKE

1.  Do thorough research on locations you are thinking of moving to.  Compare statistics on cost of living, employment opportunities, education, healthcare, crime and tax structure to get an overview on the "livability" of a community.  You…