For Your Sweet Tooth

Well, I’ve got a sweet tooth, so I thought I would share my favorite Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge recipe!

3 T. butter

1-1/2 c. Sugar

2/3 c. evaporated milk

1/4 t. salt

3/4 c. peanut butter

2 c. mini marshmallows

1 t. vanilla extract

1/4 c. semi sweet chocolate chips

Bring butter, sugar, milk and salt to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.  Boil for 5 minutes stirring constantly.  Remove from heat.  Stir in peanut butter, marshmallows, and vanilla.  Stir vigorously for about one minute or until marshmallows are melted.  Stir in chocolate chips until fudge appears marbled.  Pour into a lightly greased 8x8 pan; chill until firm.  Makes approximately two pounds.

Hopefully you enjoy it as much as I do!

And if you are looking for a new kitchen to make this and other recipes in, feel free to contact me at www.dawnwhalen.com, dawnwhalen@kw.com, or 317-893-0648.

Dawn Whalen, Realtor

Keller Williams Realty

Serving Your Family’s Needs First!

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2010 Race For The Cure

The 2010 Indianapolis Race for The Cure is set for Saturday April 17th.  This has got to be one of the most phenomenal fundraiser type events I’ve ever participated in.

The energy that  the friends, family & coworkers that are there to walk/run in support of a survivor, the survivors them selves, and the people who are there for no other reason than to help raise money for the cure is unbelievable.

Breast cancer research is my biggest “cause”.  If you want to take part in this awesome event visit http://www.komenindy.org/race/ 

Dawn Whalen, Realtor

Keller Williams Realty

Serving Your Family’s Needs First!!!

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Looking Forward To Those April Showers

I am not trying to rush March out in any way, but there are only a few days left.  I am looking forward to those April Showers that will be brining the May flowers.  I will say that I have noticed several homes that have daffodils in full bloom already!

I am in love with Spring, Summer & Fall!  The sights, sounds and smells of those seasons, seem to lighten everyone’s moods.  The beautiful colors of the flowers, lush green lawns, and enjoying the outdoors.

Typically late March, early April is when the Housing market heats up.  As sellers we want to make sure that curb appeal is second to none.  Make it memorable, and inviting!  While a house can sell anytime of the year, these next few months will be awesome, as so many people entertain at home & do so on their deck, patio etc.

The square footage inside won’t change unless you add on, but with sparkling clean windows and a view of your yard, strategically placed outdoor furniture, and potted plants, you can increase the square footage that buyers can envision themselves living in!

If you are looking to buy, build or sell, or know someone who is, I would love to help!  Contact me at www.dawnwhalen.com, dawnwhalen@kw.com or 317-893-0648

Dawn Whalen, Realtor

Keller Williams Realty

Serving Your Family’s Needs First!

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34 Days To Go

Are you planning to take advantage of the Homebuyer tax credit?  If so, you have 34 days left to get your home under contract. 

As long as the home is under contract by 4/30/2010, and the closing happens by June 30, 2010 you will be able to claim the tax credit as it applies to your situation. 

First time homebuyers can receive up to $8000.00.  A first time home buyer is considered someone who has not owned a home in the previous 3 years.  There are other guidelines as well.

A move up/move down tax credit of up to $6500.00 is available to home purchasers who have sold their current home, and have lived in that home as their primary residence 5 consecutive of the last 8 years.  There are also additional guidelines for this tax credit.

If you are interested in finding out more about the tax credit and how it would apply to you, feel free to contact me at www.dawnwhalen.com, dawnwhalen@kw.com or 317-893-0648

I will be more than happy to answer any questions you have, and if you are looking to buy, build or sell, I can certainly help you with that as well!

Dawn Whalen, GRI

Keller Williams Realty

317-893-0648

Serving Your Family’s Needs First!

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How to Clean Stainless Steel Appliances

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