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Today we are celebrating in the office. We just hit 2000 likes on our Facebook page!
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Red Oak’s Facebook page is the place to go to read about all the great things that are happening in the greater Manchester area!
Have you entered yet? The deadline is approaching for our Best Dressed Nest Contest!
It’s easy to win up to $500 just by showing us the room in your Red Oak Apartment that is the “Best Dressed.”
It’s easy to do!
1. Snap some pictures of your room. One picture must star, You, the resident, and one must be just your room.
2.Like us on Facebook and upload the 2 photos to the Best Dressed Nest Tab . Enter from now until May 31st
3. Tell your friends to vote between June 1st and June 22nd on our Best Dresssed Tab on Facebook. Complete rules may be found at: www.redoakproperties.com/blog/
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Knowing your decorating style is the first step to styling your apartment
By Sheran James
The first step is to get a grip on your style. Go to the room you want to redecorate and ask:
Take this Test: Somebody you like and admire is about to walk into this room. How do you hope they would complete the following sentence?
“When I walk into this room, I feel as if…”
Examples:
“…I’m in a chateau in the south of France.”
“…I could collapse into that sofa with a good book and put my feet up.”
“…my name should be Winthrop and I should be wearing a smoking jacket.”
What do you want them to say?
“…………” (state the response you pray for)
What do you worry that they might say?
“…………” (state the response you fear)
Your answers to this test will tell you what isn’t working with the way you’ve decorated your home.
Read the entire article at the link below:
http://www.move.com/rentals/decorating-your-apartment/Decorating-Basics.aspx
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The Complete Guide to Apartment Hunting in New Hampshire
Manchester, NH – May 1, 2012:
Whether you’re relocating to New Hampshire from out-of-state, moving out on your own for the first time, or simply looking for a new place to call home, you’ll want to be sure to research and plan your move long before the day you need to start packing boxes.
To help you along on the process of finding and moving into your new apartment in New Hampshire, we’ve created a must-do list for your search:
- List your Must-Have’s
- For most people, this includes the number of bedrooms and bathrooms you need, access to transportation or major commuter routes, and community guidelines such as whether they offer pet friendly apartments.
- Once you’ve identified the features you can’t live without, you can start narrowing down your search.
- List your Nice-to-Have’s
- The nice-to-have features on your list may include utilities, features such as a pool, patio or deck, or fitness center, or amenities like on-site laundry.
- Determine Your Budget
- According to recent figures, many experts agree that your total housing payment should be no more than 1/3rd of your monthly gross income. If the rest of your budget is in balance, this should allow you to cover all monthly expenses easily, and still have funds left over for saving or investing.
- If you plan to have a roommate, be sure to take their portion of the rent and utilities, into account when factoring your budget.
- Check out the Neighborhoods
- Now we come to the fun part – deciding on the region and neighborhood you’d like to start calling home. As much of this will be determined by proximity to your job and means of transportation, it may be best to conduct a search onGoogle maps to get a feel for the cities and towns in the area along the way.
- One of the best things about New Hampshire is that each region of the state offers a very different lifestyle than the rest. We’ve detailed out a few of the most popular regions to help you narrow down your search:
- Nashua NH Area Apartments
- Named one of the Top 100 Best Places to Live in America by CNN in 2010
- Commuter-friendly and close to the Massachusetts border
- Area consists of a small city and quiet surrounding towns – many options for everyone!
- Manchester NH Apartments
- Conveniently located 48 miles from Boston on two main highways, with access to a major airport.
- Manchester is the largest city in New Hampshire, and home to a significant percentage of the jobs and employers in the state.
- An influx of new restaurants, entertainment venues, sporting arenas and events, and retail shops makes Manchester a great place to call home!
- Lakes Region NH Apartments
- One of the regions that New Hampshire is known for throughout the country is the beautiful Lakes Region, consisting of lakes, waterfront property, and more activities, areas of sightseeing, and a never-ending list of things to see and do.
- Concord NH Apartments
- Concord is New Hampshire’s capital city, and home to government offices, hundreds of businesses, and a thriving downtown area bustling with restaurants, shopping, and entertainment venues.
- Concord is conveniently located on I-93, and is considered a midpoint between Boston and NH’s stunning White Mountains.
- Derry & Southern NH Apartments
- The southern NH area, and Derry specifically, is a growing region most popular with people who are commuting to work in Massachusetts, or looking for a convenient and family-friendly suburb that’s not too far from major cities.
- Shop Online First, Then On-Site
- Now that you have your must-have’s and nice-to-have’s narrowed down, and you’ve identified the region you’re most interested in moving to, it’s easy to do an online search to see what type of apartments are available.
- Websites will now provide you with an Online Apartment Rental Application so you can start the entire process from home, and see what you qualify for. This will save you time from driving around and filling out applications on-site.
- It’s time to pack, move, and decorate your new place!
- Congratulations on finding your new apartment rental!
- When you’re ready to move, check out our blog for great tips on decorating your apartment, storage, moving, and getting around your new neighborhood: www.redoakproperties.com/blog
Apartment Friendly Decorating
Not all decorating tips are useful for renters – we can’t exactly knock down walls or paint them bright red – so we have to find other, more temporary ways of showing off our decor style.
Here are a few fresh and inexpensive ideas to change up your space and bring a little organization:
-Apartment living can be tight on accessible storage – In a small area use door overhangs to store pocketbooks, jackets, or plastic bags for easy access
-Use a reversible bed spread to change up your apartment look instead of buying a new comforter when you’re looking for a change
-Use a bamboo mat for the bathroom – adding a little touch of nature can add a sense of calm (and style!)
-Check out the local flea market – you can find great deals on artwork that can really transform a room. Look for something that picks up the colors of your current decor.
-Invest in colorful draperies for your windows – you’ll be surprised what a big difference this will make in your room!
The most important thing is to create a space that you love living in. There are many inexpensive ways to achieve this, so have fun & get creative. Now That’s the Red Oak Life!
Show off your stylish pad for the opportunity to win $200, $300, or $500! Enter here to win.
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We discovered this great recipe at Amber’s Delectable Delights. See the link to her blog below.
This is the season for bridal and baby showers and this would be a great addition to any menu.
Cucumber Finger Sandwiches
This was yet another appetizer that was served at my friends birthday party a few weekends ago. I was not the one that originally made them but I decided that they were so good that I wanted to make them soon. I went out and bought all the ingredients and then made a few little sandwiches here and there throughout the week for my husband and I.These are super quick and easy to prepare but are best if assembled shortly before serving. They were definitely a hit at the party and with my husband and would be the perfect addition to any get together where something light and fresh tasting was needed. In case you were wondering, I was able to get this cute shaped bread by baking some bread dough in my scalloped bread tube.
Cucumber Finger Sandwiches
adapted from Allrecipes
Cucumber Finger Sandwiches
adapted from Allrecipes
Ingredients
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 (.7 ounce) package dry Italian salad dressing mix
2 loaves French bread, cut into 1 inch slices
2 medium cucumbers, sliced
1 pinch dried dill weed
Directions
In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, mayonnaise and Italian dressing mix. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight.
Spread the cream cheese mixture onto the slices of French bread. Top with a piece of cucumber and sprinkle with dill.
Note – The cream cheese mixture keeps for a week in the fridge so you can make as many or few as you need at a time.
http://amberskitchen.blogspot.com/2010/01/cucumber-finger-sandwiches.html
Eating healthy is easy when you prepare a salad for dinner!
This hearty salad becomes a meal when you add just the right embellishments. The greens you use are up to you. I like to get a mix of romaine and dark green lettuce. I add chopped chicken, tomatoes, cheese, hard cooked egg, avocado and dried cranberries to make my salad colorful. It’s easy because I usually have these ingredients on hand. You can substitute ham instead of chicken, or feta cheese instead of cheddar. Enjoy!
Eating healthy…Now That’s the Red Oak Life!
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Our friends at Apartment Guide have a great blog about apartment life, decorating and living!
Here is a link to an article entitled: 10 Places To Shop When Decorating on a Budget!
http://myblessedlife.net/2012/01/decorating-home-on-a-budget.html
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Here are 5 tips…
-In a small area use door overhangs to store pocketbooks, jackets, reusable bags and more
-Use a reversible bed spread, to change up your apartment look instead of buying a new comforter
-Use a bamboo matt for the bathroom
-buy recycled furniture or furniture made of teak
-Invest in colorful drapery for your window
The Bridge Café is located at 1117 Elm Street, Manchester, NH. This Café has two separate seating areas and is great for students, people on the go, and people who love variety!
I suggest the Greek Chicken Wrap with a side of potato salad. This $7.50 meal is well worth every cent. I also suggest buying a latte for about $3.00 (not including tax). At The Bridge Café you can order anything from a Panini, Smoothie, to something from the breakfast all-day menu.
For those who choose to eat-in, when your food is ready, you will be served at your table!
For more information about The Bridge Café, Visit their website!
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