Time to Give Thanks and Praise....

During this time of year it's nice to acknowledge the people who help make my professional life easier. So here goes:

- Everyone needs a good handyman and I've finally found one. His name is Paul Chapline and he does home repairs and maintenance at very reasonable prices. His number is 772-360-9756.

- For pressure washing and painting I count on Glen Pacicca. His number is 772-480-1636.

- When I have scrap metal to be hauled, like old appliances and such, or even big furniture items to be moved to the dump, I give Dennis Mitchell a call. His number is 772-480-1843.

- For moving information, be it local or national, I can always depend on Mr. Small Move at 772-770-2689.

-For keys and door locks in Vero I use Benson Lock Service at 772-567-5968. In Sebastian for keys, door locks and safes I count on B & J Locksmith at 772-589-7528. And the mobile service of Mark Fischer at Guardian Locksmith is fantastic. That number is 772-581-2724.

- Tom Davis does lawn care and maintenance. And he's great at spiffing up old neglected landscaping. He's at 772-321-9497.

- For a maid or cleaning service Life-Maid-Easy at 772-562-7417 makes life easy.

- For useful and usable large items like furniture or appliances to donate, I call St. Vincent dePaul. They do everything possible to accommodate schedules and provide the receipt for tax purposes on the spot. Their Vero number is 772-567-6774 or in Sebastian 772-589-3338.

- Several mortgage lenders deserve kudos for being efficient and pleasant at the same time. I'm delighted when I find that buyers are working with them to obtain loans and appreciate knowing I can call on them for clarification on all types of mortgage issues.
Lucy Kranker - PNC Mortgage 772-360-3096
Shannon Pohl - PNC Mortgage 772-770-6985
Susan Callahan - Bank of America 772-473-0031
Katherine LaLime - Seacoast National Bank(Indian River)772-231-4402
Ellen Falk - Seacoast National Bank (St. Lucie) 772-342-7701
Lisa Amorosa - Wells Fargo Home Mortgage 772-231-3767 X 1004
Greta Pierpont - Chase Mortgage 772-243-3977

- Home sale closings can be done by title companies here in Florida. There are a few we can count on and like to work with.
Elite Title 772-231-5560 (Darlene Larabelle Pegg and Melissa Haywood)
Oceanside Title 772-234-0700 (Dottie Emmons)
Stewart Title 772-569-7603 (Cindy Silverstein and Carole Adams)

- When buying a home you should ALWAYS get an inspection done by a qualified home inspector. These guys are great to work with.
Greg Bertaux - IM Home Inspections 772-569-2141
Dakota DeLuca - WIN Indian River 772-228-9201
Jerome Young - Spector Home Inspection Service 772-564-0191
Joe Fersch - Amer Home Inspections 772-770-3661
William Powers - CGC 772-873-9701

- When I'm faced with a property without hurricane protection and need an estimate for the installation of storm panels, I call Joe Fersch, Licensed Contractor, at 772-770-3661.

- And I'd be remiss if I didn't mention the all important AAA! they have come to my aide innumerable times and I'm very grateful when they 'rescue' me, especially when I lock my keys in the car! American Automobile Association's emergency road service number is 800-222-4357. I know it by heart.

I'm posting this to the blog and not to the newsletter so you can return here to find these names and numbers if you need them. While I can't legally 'recommend' them, I can say that from personal experience, I'm please to know them and work with them whenever possible. Please check back often. I will update this resource page from time to time to keep current.

And, as this started out, THANK YOU to all named herein. You've made my professional life better through your hard work and diligence. Wishing everyone a prosperous New Year.