Q: I got a bad review. Can I just delete it?When you get a negative review online, it can sometimes feel like a punch in the gut. It is tempting to take it personally.  We get a lot of calls and questions about deleting negative reviews. Unfortunately, it isn't that simple.  When you get a negative review on a platform like Google, Facebook, Yelp, and even WhirLocal (our platform), each site has a set of review guidelines of what is acceptable and what is not.  In most cases, one doesn't just delete an online review. If you believe a review is unfair and more importantly doesn't meet the guidelines in place, you can flag it. However, in our experience, most reviews will not be deleted just because you don't like them.  T…

When you find yourself dealing with a migraine or severe headache, it can be difficult or impossible to focus on anything else until the pain subsides. Aside from taking medication, there are several ways to help relieve migraine pain and symptoms like light sensitivity, nausea, or dizziness. Here are five strategies for migraine relief that can make a huge difference. Find a Dark Room It is very common to experience sensitivity to light during a migraine. If you can, find a dark room where you can sit or lie down to rest when you feel a migraine coming on. Use blinds or curtains to block the windows, and use an eye mask or cold pack to block any extra light from your eyes. Try to take a nap if you can. If you can’t completely step away fro…

If your child is a student with a summer job, your child's income over the summer is considered taxable income. Here's what they should know: Form W-4. When anyone gets a new job, they need to fill out a Form W-4, Employee's Withholding Allowance Certificate. Employers use this form to calculate how much federal income tax to withhold from the new employee's pay. The Withholding Calculator on IRS.gov helps taxpayers fill out this form. Wages. While students may earn too little from their summer job to owe income tax, employers usually must still withhold Social Security and Medicare taxes from their pay. Generally, they will receive that money back as a refund if they file a federal and state tax return next spring. Tips. If…

Homes are selling quickly, set yourself up for house hunting success by being as prepared as possible. Another tip for success, work with a knowledgeable agent – like me! I'm just a message away.Lila TimmonsOregon Licensed Principal Real Estate BrokerNextHome Picket Fence [email protected]

Dogs may have anxiety due to several reasons, including being afraid of abandonment by their owners, or because they are put in a new environment that they have not yet familiarized themselves with. A dog can display different behaviors when it is anxious, such as chewing everything they see, barking and biting. With proper care and management, a dog’s anxiety can be treated and calmed effectively. If you have an anxious dog, read on to find out what you can do to calm your dog. Take Your Dog Outside Sometimes, dogs get anxious because they have separation anxiety. Since it is not practical for an owner to accompany their dog 24 hours a day, one thing owners can do is to bond with their dog by taking them outdoors to exercise, and incorpora…

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If you own an Android smart device, be advised there has been a data leak. Security researchers at Check Point have recently discovered a massive data leak that left an assortment of personal data for more than 100 million Android users exposed.The data was found in unprotected databases used by 23 different popular apps, some of which boast download counts of more than ten million.Unfortunately, the recent discovery underscores that many app developers aren't following even the most basic security practices designed to restrict access to the app's databases.According to the research team responsible for the discovery, the exposed data includes physical location, gender, stored passwords, stored payment details and photos associated with th…

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What is Assessed Value?Assessed valuation determines the value of a residence for tax purposes and takes comparable home sales and project inspections into consideration.Lila TimmonsOregon Licensed Principal Real Estate BrokerNextHome Picket Fence [email protected]

(Salem, Oregon – June 5, 2021) Green Acres Landscape Inc. is ranked #2 in Oregon as the Best Green Workplace by Oregon Business, a news source, and magazine. This is the 13th consecutive year that the magazine recognized the company for sustainable practices. “Ranking #2 on the 100 Best Green Companies list exemplifies the work our staff and company continually do to lead by example through our mission to respect and protect the environment. It’s extremely validating,” said Bonique Hollinrake, Project Manager at Green Acres Landscape.“ The Best Green Workplaces were determined by employees, who took anonymous surveys to rate their satisfaction with their employers’ sustainable practices. This included green mission and goals, recy…

Taxpayers can start checking their tax refund status within 24 hours after receiving an e-filed return. The easiest and most convenient way to do this is by using the Where's My Refund? Tool on the IRS website. The tool also provides a personalized refund date after the return is processed and a refund is approved. There are two ways to access the Where's My Refund? Tool - visiting IRS.gov or downloading the IRS2Go app. To use the tool, taxpayers will need the following information: Their Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification numberTax filing statusThe exact amount of the refund claimed on their tax return The tool displays progress in three phases: when the return was received, when the refund was approved, and when…

Everyone is itching to revamp their living space, and if you’re considering tearing down a wall, run through this list of questions beforehand. It’s important to count the cost of the whole project before you get started, everything from patching to paint. What’s your favorite part of a project? Lila TimmonsOregon Licensed Principal Real Estate BrokerNextHome Picket Fence [email protected]#nexthomepicketfencerealty

If you’re thinking of listing your home, there is no better time than the present. Contact me and we can discuss what to do to get your home ready to list.Lila TimmonsOregon Licensed Principal Real Estate BrokerNextHome Picket Fence [email protected]#nexthomepicketfencerealty

Here are some easy to do summer maintenance tips for your home.For more information like this, please go to http://nhpicketfence.com/trending.Lila TimmonsOregon Licensed Principal Real Estate BrokerNextHome Picket Fence [email protected]

Buying your first home means maintaining your first home. This is a new expense for many first time buyers. Investing in a well maintained home will give you the comfort of peace of mind. What’s the first thing you want to do in your new home?Lila TimmonsOregon Licensed Principal Real Estate BrokerNextHome Picket Fence [email protected]#nexthomepicketfencerealty

It’s a simple fact: pre-teens and teenagers are going through changes. And sometimes, those changes result in acne. If you’re one of the many teenagers who deal with acne during puberty, this is for you! Let’s talk about what causes teen acne, how to prevent it from forming, and what to do when pimples show up anyway. Why Do Teens Get Acne? Teens get acne for a number of reasons, but the most common reason is puberty. Your hormone levels are going through changes, which can lead to increased oil production in the skin’s pores and hair follicles. This increased oil, along with dead skin cells and bacteria, can clog your pores and cause acne. You might see acne in the form of whiteheads, blackheads, or pimples. Acne can also run in the family…

By Bonique Hollinrake, Project Manager Sustainable gardening is “the concept of using gardening practices that cause no harm to the earth and its inhabitants while attempting to actually enhance it.”  While it would make sense for most people to want a sustainable garden, it might be more difficult than you think.  As you ramp up your gardening efforts, put a few of these practices in place to make your garden natural and healthy. Soil:  Full of delicious microorganisms, soil is what forms the top layer of the earth.  This is where your plants get their nutrients.  You should be feeding your soil, not just your plants.  When analyzing your soil, think about adding compost or other organic matter in place of che…