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Colleen Kuchta

Give The Gift of Food

As we go about our holiday shopping, all too often we forget that there are people right here where we live that don’t have enough food to eat, let alone buy a bunch of presents. This year has been very tough financially for many families. While you are out shopping for your weekly groceries, remember those in need. Grab a few items to donate to your local food pantry. Many grocery stores have a large barrel at the entrance for you to drop your donation. The items you donate don’t necessarily need to be food, either. Many food pantries are in need of toiletries and paper products, as well.

In Menomonee Falls, the Community Chamber Office is collecting food during the annual Christmas Parade on Sunday, November 29th, at 4:30 pm.

They will have people walking along the parade route collecting food items. The Greater Menomonee Falls Foundation has provided a Challenge Grant for this Food Drive. They will donate $1 to the food pantry for every 1 food item donated by the Chamber up to $1,000!

So let’s get out there and help a neighbor in need! Need more ideas on ways you can help? Contact The Kuchta’s - Kelly & Colleen at 262-894-6512 or drop us an email at ckuchta@shorewest.com

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Maintain Curb Appeal This Winter

Wisconsin winters can leave many of us wondering when it is going to end. The snow and ice are even more of a problem when you are trying to sell your home. You certainly don’t want anyone to slip and fall while trying to get inside. For buyers, driving up to a property that is covered in a sea of white snow can make every house look the same.

Here are a few ways to make your house stand out:

  • Give the front door a fresh coat of paint.
  • Update the lighting at your front door, newer fixtures can frame the entrance to a home.
  • Replace that old worn-out door mat.
  • Consider placing colorful urns or planters on either side of the front door. Planting an evergreen, holly or poinsettia in the urn will draw the buyer’s eye in as well.
  • Make sure your address is able to be seen when driving by. Replace small numbers with larger ones.
  • Make sure that your driveway and all walkways are cleaned, edged and properly illuminated.
  • Lastly, make sure prospective buyers can picture themselves living in your house. This means not going overboard with holiday decorations. You want the décor to be tasteful and not to overpower the home itself. Give the buyer a chance to envision your home in its everyday condition.

One more thing to remember, it is getting dark pretty early these days. It is a good idea to leave the outside light on. It makes it easier to get inside, and can help prevent a buyer from slipping, too.

The Kuchta’s - Kelly & Colleen thekuchtas.shorewest.com

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