Interesting Facts about Spring
The spring equinox is only one of two times during the year when the sun rises due east and sets due west. The other time of the year it does this is for the fall equinox. Spring equinox typically occurs around March 20. This year spring begins March 19.
Easter changes dates each year because it falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon after the spring equinox.
The first flowers to bloom in spring are typically lilacs, tulips, crocus, daffodils, and irises.
Meteorological spring begins March 1.
In spring, birds are more vocal because they are trying to attract mates.
Spring is the most popular time to buy or sell a house.
Thunderstorms and tornadoes are most common in spring.
While we have spring here in the Northern Hemisphere, people have autumn in the Southern Hemisphere.
At the North Pole, spring signals the start of six months of nonstop daylight.
It is called “spring” because flowers “spring up” at this time of year.
Fun spring holidays include:
March 22—National Goof-off Day
March 26—National Make Up Your Own Holiday Day
April 2—National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day
April 7—National No Housework Day
April 26—National Pretzel Day
May 4—Intergalactic Star Wars Day
May 15—National Chocolate Chip Day
May 28—National Hamburger Day
June 6—National Drive-in Movie Day
June 7—National Chocolate Ice Cream Day
Spring is the most popular time of year to sell a home. Thinking of selling your home? Here are a few tips for getting it ready to sell this spring.
Take care of any repairs that need to be taken care of. It is worth the time invested in fixing that leaky faucet or patching holes in the wall. Freshen up some rooms with a new coat of paint. Take care of any squeaky hinges on doors.
Don’t forget curb appeal! The outside of your home is the first thing that people see. And the exterior of your home is the first of the listing photos seen online. Weed the flowerbeds, plant some flowers and add some mulch. Change any out of date lighting fixtures. Add some accent lights. Rake up old leaves or grass clippings. Power wash the deck and sidewalk. Clear out rain gutters.
Clean out and organize your garage and any sheds or outbuildings you have on the property.
Make sure all necessary paperwork is in order—tax bills, permits from past renovation work on the home, home warranty documentations, utility bills and land surveys. Also, know what the mortgage payoff amount is.
Do a deep clean. Dust off baseboards. Clean windows and screens. Clean light fixtures, carpets and floors. Wipe down doors, cabinets. etc. Go through your closets and cabinets and organize them. Donate unwanted items and things you no longer use. Decluttering now will help you in the long run especially when it’s time to pack to move to your new home. Once clean, keep it maintained.
“Un-personalize” your home. It is recommended that you go through your home and look at it through the eyes of a potential buyer. As much as you might want some of your personal photos or personalized wall hangings out on display, putting those away will help a buyer to visualize their life in your home. Pack up personal photos, memorabilia, etc. Make the home as neutral as possible. Then add pops of color around the home by using accessories such as pillows or artwork.
And remember to contact us if you are in the market to sell your home or purchase a new one! We would love to help you find the perfect home and the right buyer for yours!
Check out our new listings in a new development in Viroqua!
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Home Expo Open House Event!
We will be hosting our 2nd annual Home Expo Open House event at our Westby location (110 N. Main St.) on Thursday, June 6 from 4-7pm. During this event you can stop by and meet with trusted homeownership related experts face to face. Experts and vendors will include financial institutions, mortgage lenders, landscape, insurance, and more.
Free admission! Door prizes! Food trucks onsite.
Check our blog and Facebook page in the weeks ahead for more information and complete list of vendors who will be in attendance.
If you are a home related business and are interested in participating, please contact Cindy Emerson at clientcare@newdirectionsre.com or 608-638-6300.
Just for fun!
Calling all green thumbs! Enjoy gardening and sharing your love of gardening and plants with others? Why not own your own greenhouse?
