Turkey Leftovers Make Awesome Chili!

With Thanksgiving in the rear-view mirror we thought you might still need a plan for some of your leftovers. Enjoy!

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Happy Thanksgiving From Team Hoffmann

2018 Offers New Opportunity For Home Buyers Forced Into Foreclosure

It's estimated that over 10 million Americans were forced into foreclosure back in 2007-2010 when the housing bubble burst. The impact is finally starting to ease for about 1.5 million Americans. The waiting period after a foreclosure is 7 years. 

Team Hoffmann has extensive experience working with buyers and sellers dealing with foreclosure transactions. If you know anyone ready to buy again, confidently refer them to Team Hoffmann.

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Team Hoffmann Welcomes Peter Eppen, Realtor

Team Hoffmann would like to introduce you to Peter Eppen.

Peter joins Team Hoffmann after a 23 year career as a Senior Global Corporate Executive, living in both Europe and Asia as an expatriate and operating in +50 countries.

Peter and his wife Diane (also of Team Hoffmann) have been investing and selling homes ranging between +$100K to +$1M for the last 27 years.  Peter hopes to bring his corporate negotiating and analytical skills to help provide the best possible service and integrity to his clients and the practice.  He is honored to be a part of Team Hoffmann and hopes to contribute to the team's success.

MONEY SAVING TIP When Shopping Online To Decorate Your Home

Here's a MONEY SAVING TIP if you plan to shop online this holiday season.  And It's FREE!

Making quick and easy changes in the decor around your home is the fastest way to welcome in the holiday season.  However, it can add up as you shop for both Thanksgiving/Autumn touches and then transition to Christmas in a matter of weeks.

On top of that, 2017 will be gone in the blink of an eye, so it's time to get ready to SHOP!  Online shopping will be bigger than last year and deals will be everywhere, so make sure to take advantage of all of them.  Yes even if you're shopping on Amazon here's how to save money and stretch your holiday dollars... Click here for details...

Halloween Safety Tips For Homeowners

Halloween is fun for both children and adults. However, paper decorations, costumes and jack o'lanterns are festive, they also present a real fire risk.

Homeowners are encouraged to follow these Halloween safety tips... 

• Make sure your front yard, steps, and entryway are well-lit. Turn on all outdoor lights and replace any bulbs that may have burned out.
• Consider adding pathway lights or flash lights if your front yard or walkway needs some extra lighting.
• Rake and sweep your front pathway, steps, and porch. Remove any potential tripping hazards.
• Highlight any bulging tree roots or other hazards.
• Never run extension cords through traffic areas.
• Avoid open flames, such as candles and torches. Use battery-operated candles, glow sticks, and flashlights instead.
• Some children have food allergies. Consider adding non-candy treats, such as temporary tattoos, stickers, pencils, and erasers.

Fall Front Porch Decorating Ideas For Homeowners

One of the simplest ways to transform your porch is by arranging hay bales and dried corn stalks.  Fall wreaths instantly change the look of your front door.  Add a few black felt bats and you're instantly ready for Halloween weekend.


Fall faux leaf garland hung over railing or around the front door will make guests feel welcome as they approach the front of your home. It will look like you decorated for hours, but can all be done in less than 10 minutes.

Think beyond the front stoop and line the front walk with pumpkins, mums and stalks of corn.

Go from autumn pumpkins to scary jack o'lanterns in a flash for Halloween. Don't toss your hallowed-out pumpkins just yet, they make the perfect planter for your fall mums.


Depending on the color of your home and porch, a can of spray paint and you quickly have white, grey or stone color pumpkins to incorporate with traditional fall colors.