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Debonaire Deviled Eggs
12 large eggs
1/4 cup mayonnaise
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional) ments to keep allergens out. An HEPA filter in HVAC systems
3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
Sprigs of fresh savory or another herb for garnish up allergens to someone else. If you must do gardening and
Turn the eggs bottom- (wider-) side up in the carton. Use
a pushpin to delicately poke one hole squarely in each center. • Close windows or doors when pollen counts are especially
Fill a large saucepan or small Dutch oven with 2 to 21/2
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quarts of water (enough to cover the eggs; use two pans if cook- • Wash hair and clothes when coming indoors to rinse out
ing all the eggs at once). Bring the water to a rolling boil. allergens that would transfer to pillowcases or furniture.
Use a slotted spoon to add six eggs to the pan (working • Speak to an allergist who can recommend medications or
quickly but carefully to get them in at the same time); boil the other treatments that can improve seasonal allergies. Cortico-
eggs for 6 minutes. steroids reduce inflammation and antihistamines can help re-
Remove the pan from the heat. Let the eggs sit for 6 minutes duce sneezing or itchy eyes.
for slightly soft yolks; add about 40 seconds for firmer yolks). Seasonal allergies are a potential pitfall of the spring season.
Remove each egg with a slotted spoon and place it on a However, there are remedies that can help alleviate the suffer-
kitchen towel. Repeat with the remaining six eggs. Let the eggs ing.
cool to room temperature, about 20 minutes, before peeling.
(Store in the refrigerator, unpeeled, for up to 1 week; peeled Morning Workouts
for up to 4 days).
Peel the eggs under cool running water. Slice the eggs in
The right time to exercise is a different time of day for every-
half lengthwise, gently scooping out the yolks into a medium one. But there is good reason to consider moving your workout
bowl. Add the mayonnaise, three-fourths of the crumbled ba- to the morning. The health experts at Healthline say that morn-
con (if using), pickle relish, mustard, salt, and pepper. Stir to ing workouts are less vulnerable to distractions as phone calls
combine (and adjust seasonings as desired). Use a small spoon
(or better yet, a piping bag) to insert the filling into the egg and texts will typically take place later in the day. Piedmont
Medical group says there are mental health benefits of exercise,
halves. Garnish with the remaining chopped bacon and savory, including the secretion of neurotransmitters that promote men-
if desired, before serving. tal clarity and improve attention span. Working out first thing
Note: Large eggs are best used for egg plates and are easier
to eat in one or two bites. in the morning can help you focus and take charge at work or in
school soon after. Since exercise can boost metabolism, it starts
Keep seasonal allergies in check the day out on a good foot, and may help you make healthier
decisions throughout the day, including choosing more nutri-
There is much to look forward to when springs arrives. Dai- tious foods. Healthline also says that cortisol is a hormone that
ly hours of sunlight increase while temperatures continue to keeps you awake and alert. Cortisol increases in the morning,
peaking around 8 a.m. Working out around this time may make
climb. Blooming flowers and leaves budding on trees also add workouts more efficient and effective.
some awe-inspiring color back into the landscape. Even though
there’s much to enjoy about spring, one side effect of so much
foliage in bloom is the return of seasonal spring allergies.
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While there is no cure for seasonal allergies, there are steps Wellington, OH 44090
individuals can take to live with them more comfortably.
• Stay indoors on dry, windy days. It’s better to go outside
after it rains, which clears pollen from the air.
• The ACAAI urges individuals to modify indoor environ-
can better trap spores.
• Consider vacations near the ocean or other bodies of water,
as pollen counts tend to be lower in these areas.
• Delegate lawn mowing and other tasks that involve stirring
landscaping, wear a face mask to filter out some allergens.
high.
The 7 Most Common Questions Sellers Ask Me
Selling a home can be an overwhelming process but my goal is to make it as stress free as
possible while delivering concierge level service. When I meet with a seller, they have a lot of
questions. I wanted to take a moment to address the 7 most popular questions I get asked when
I meet with a seller.
1. When is the best time of the year to sell my home?
Right now! Many people think that June is the best month to sell their home and right now
I’d agree. We have a major shortage of homes for sale. There are literally buyers lining up to get
into people’s homes. Some of them even sold their house last year and are living in temporary
housing arrangements while they try to find their dream home! Buyers that want to move when
school is out are already starting to look for a new home and if they need to sell their home before
they can buy it allows them time to get the process started as well. In addition, buyers are also
starting to get their tax refunds and rates are jumping a little so many buyers want to buy now
but then need houses to buy!
2. What is a seller’s market?
A “Seller’s Market” is when there are 0-3 months of housing inventory available for buyer’s
to choose from. We are currently in a strong seller’s market. A “Balanced Market” is when there
are 3.5-6 months of housing inventory available. In most of Lorain, Cuyahoga, and Medina
Counties we have less than 1 month of housing inventory available.
3. How long until i have to move?
Fre until you turn over the keys it will be about 45-60 days. Right now, since it is a seller’s market
Most house closings take bout 45-60 days. That means from the time you sign a contract
i-hom the sellers are calling the shots. In many situations I have sellers that need a little more time in
sesions! a home because they aren’t sure where they are moving to or their new home isn’t ready yet. In
many cases I can negotiate a longer closing or even get the buyer to agree to allowing you to stay
in the home for additional time. Right now, home owners are in charge so it’s a great time to take
advantage of this market.
4. Do i need to stage my house?
Since there is such a shortage of homes for sale, staging isn’t necessary in today’s market. Of
course, the better a home shows more buyers will be interested in it, but staging is not necessary.
5. Is my home ready for a home inspection?
This is a question I can’t completely answer without my trained eye looking at your home. I
am not a home inspector but with 22 years of experience I know what items the home inspector
will be looking for. In the current real estate market, many buyers are waiving inspections or not
asking for any repairs.
6. I’m thinking about selling next year. When should i meet with a realtor?
I don’t think it is ever too early to meet with a Realtor and create a plan. In many circum-
stances I have saved sellers thousands of dollars because they thought they had to make repairs or
improvements to their home before putting it on the market. In addition, I am trained to help not
only deal with the financial side of real estate but also with the emotional side that may go along
with selling a home. This is normal and it is important to find a compassionate and experienced
Realtor to work with.
7. Why should i use you as a realtor?
Experience is priceless. If you needed brain surgery, would you go to your dentist? Over the
past 22 years I have seen the market have a high and a low. I have dealt with lenders and title
companies and know that each week I need to follow up with them to make sure I get your home
to the closing table. Selling a home in today’s market maybe easy, but getting your sale closed
isn’t always the easy part. I have a proven strategy to protect my sellers in the negotiation pro-
cess as well as in the closing process so that your sale is secure and does not fall through.
If you are looking for an aggressive and experienced Realtor that provides concierge level
service than it’s time to give Jen Herron Underwood a call at 440-371-2862.