by Erin Romanski | Apr 11, 2023 | Community
Winter is done, and spring has sprung! Time for some fun in the sun- for all ages! Here is a list of some indoor/outdoor events for April in the Greater Lafayette, IN area: April 14th, 2023 Spring Carnival (Woodland Elementary School; Lafayette, IN) 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. “We will have food trucks available to purchase from Crabby Mike’s, Puritan Coney Island Express, Kona Ice & Tom’s Coffee. There will be games, bounce houses, a balloon artist, a DJ, a silent auction, and more! Our Scholastic Book Fair will also be open! Entry is $5/person. All games are free to play!” April 15th, 2023 Purdue Aviation Day (Purdue University Airport; West Lafayette, IN): 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. “Purdue Aviation Day (PAD) is an open access FREE event welcome to community members, prospective students, industry partners, and aviation enthusiasts alike. The event focuses on sharing the passion of aviation through static aircraft displays, educational events, historic displays, guest speakers, and children’s activities.” Purdue Spring Fest (Purdue University; West Lafayette, IN): 10:00 a.m .- 6:00 p.m. “[Join us for] hands on activities in science, technology, engineering, arts and cultural experiences. The fun will continue at the College of Veterinary Medicine open house, the legendary Bug Bowl, and the plant sale.” The Challenge (Ross-Ade Stadium; West Lafayette, IN): 8:30 – 11:00 A.M. Start your Spring off with a Greater Lafayette, IN classic 5K. Stem and Stories (Tippecanoe County Public Library Klondike Branch; West Lafayette, IN): 11:00 a.m.-Noon “Join us at the Klondike Branch Library to learn all about seeds and how they grow! We will read The Tiny Seed by Eric Carle and participants...
by Erin Romanski | Mar 6, 2023 | Community
Easter Eggs Hunts are a blast for all ages! Check out this quick list of Greater Lafayette, IN Easter Egg Hunts for both the young and old to plan your Easter 2023 events! April 1-2, 2023 Spring Egg Hunt (West Lafayette Wellness Center; West Lafayette, IN)April 1, 2023 from 4:00 – 7:00 P.M.“Join us for our 2nd annual Spring Egg Hunt at the West Lafayette Wellness Center. Event will include an egg hunt, giveaway prizes, cake walk, facepainting and crafts. Egg hunt start times vary by age, registration required for planning purposes.” Doggie Egg Hunt (Cumberland Park; West Lafayette, IN)April 1, 2023 from 12:00 – 2:00 P.M.“Join us at Cumberland Dog Park for our Inaugural Doggie Egg Hunt from 12-2 PM or while supplies last. Event will include an egg hunt, prize table, and of course, lots of treats! Registration is required.” April 8-9, 2023 Community Easter Egg Hunt (Immanuel United Church of Christ; Lafayette, IN) April 8, 2023 at 10:00 A.M.“This event is for kids 12 and under. The Easter Bunny will be available for you to get pictures. Bring your friends and family. Everyone Welcome!” Easter Egg Hunt (Northend Community Center; Lafayette, IN)April 8, 2023 from 10:00 A.M. – Noon“You’re invited to join us in a fun-filled celebration of Easter! Activities include an egg hunt, photo booth, inflatables, and more…and admission is FREE!“ CRC Community Easter Egg Hunt (Community Reformed Church; Lafayette, IN)April 8, 2023 at 10:30“Everyone welcome and everything is FREE!” Easter Eggstravaganza (Sunrise Christian reformed Church; Lafayette, IN)April 8, 2023 from 11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.“Easter EGGStravaganza 2023 is sure to be a fun event for...
by Erin Romanski | Mar 6, 2023 | Homeowner Tips
As we enter the busy Spring Market, are you preparing your Greater Lafayette, IN home to sell in 2023? Here are just a few item to remember to take down or out of your home before listing. 10 Things to Remove 1. Excess Furniture – Consider removing extra chairs, ottomans, side tables, etc., anything unnecessary. It opens the space and makes it feel bigger! 2. Family Photos – The general principle is that buyers need to be able to visualize their own lives in the home in order to buy the house. There is nothing new about this, but in this complicated age of security challenges, there are also safety reasons to remove your items before showings. You do not know who is coming through your home; protect your family by removing any identifiable pictures, awards, certificates, etc. 3. Religious Art/Collectables – Minimize all wall art. 4. Laptops and Cell Phones – Anything easily picked up and removed should be safely stowed. 5. Jewelry – Again, anything of value should be secured out of sight. 6. Important Files and Papers – Hide any papers that may havebanking or social security numbers that can be used for fraudulent purposes. 7. Firearms – Protect yourself and others by securing any firearms. 9. Half of All Décor – Think about removing about half of any decorative items such as pillows, vases, books, etc. 10.Pets – Keep your pets safe and away from visitors. If you’re ready to start showing your home, reach out to one of our professional realtors with proven marketing skills to see your home in the Greater Lafayette, IN area. Additionally, taking a little time to depersonalize can...
by Erin Romanski | Mar 6, 2023 | Community
Looking for a way to keep everyone occupied during Spring Break 2023? Check out these Greater Lafayette, IN area Spring Break 2023 Camps during the Lafayette School Corporation and Tippecanoe School Corporation scheduled time off! Full Week Camps Columbian Park Zoo Safari Camp (March 27 – 31, 2023)$195/child “Take a Spring Break Safari without leaving town! Just the right balance between learning and fun, our Spring Break camp gives kids a week off from the regular routine, but includes enough structure to keep them in learning mode until school resumes. New friends, animal encounters and lots of games and activities make spring break a week to remember! Zoo Members receive a 15% discount on camp registration fees. An optional Extended Care service is available to add during check out for an additional fee. For Full Day camps the Extended Care service runs 7:30am-9:00am and 4:00-5:30pm and is an additional $20 per child. For Half Day Camps the Extended Care service runs in the morning only 7:30am-9:00am and is an additional $10 per child. Membership discounts do not apply to Extended Care services.” McAllister Spring Break Camp (March 27-31, 2023)$100/child “The weather is getting warmer, and school is out! Come to McAllister and enjoy a week full of seasonal arts and crafts, activities, and fun. This camp is offered to children ages 6-12. Spring Break Camp is held during the week of Lafayette School Corporation and Tippecanoe School Corporation Spring Break. Registration is limited to the first 40 kids. Registration Begins: February 20th Dates: March 27th-31st Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Before/After Care Services: 7:30 a.m. – 9 a.m....
by Erin Romanski | Feb 11, 2023 | Homeowner Tips
Having good credit is essential for a number of aspects of your life, ranging from the interest rate on a car loan or credit card to background checks for employment. Poor credit can be incredibly expensive, costing you thousands of dollars in higher interest rates over the course of a home loan. Fortunately, with proper care and attention paid to your finances, it is possible to maintain a good credit rating. When buying or selling in the Greater Lafayette, IN area, these factors are important to keep at the forefront of your mind. Credit score is a major factor in the buying and selling process! We are here to help, making your real estate transaction smooth operating! Here are six factors that could damage your credit score: 1. Not paying your bills on time – Bills not paid within 30 days can be reported to the credit bureaus. 2. Utilizing all of your available credit on credit cards – It is important to not max out your credit cards without a plan to pay them off. 3. Not having a diverse mix of credit – Having different types of credit, such as car loans and revolving credit, could help improve your score. 4. Applying for too much credit – Multiple applications for credit cards in a short period of time can be a bad sign. 5. Not using credit at all – You must show that you can responsibly use and manage credit in order to maintain a good score. 6. Closing credit cards – Keeping long-term accounts open is important, as closing them removes the positive history from your report. Good credit is especially...
