Save Money and Grow Unique Plants: A DIY Kit to Growing Seeds Indoors

Starting seeds indoors isn't rocket science but it does have a few challenges. The key is to provide a thriving environment.

(Blog) Top Ten Questions Your Stylist Should Ask You

These are the questions I as a stylist feel are most important to ask a client when they sit in my chair, in order to find the perfect style that fits their individual needs.

(BLOG) The Spring Real Estate Market is Kicking in Early

Marion's Spring Real Estate Market is kicking in early. Great time to be a buyer.

Keeeping Real (Estate) with Deanna - Why Homeownership Matters in Marion

Benefits of owning a home

Own Your Curls!!

This post is a great example of how important it is for people with naturally curly hair to get the right cut.

(BLOG) Urban Vintage Hair Studio - Jess Mapel

Helping you rock your look all year long!

Keeping it Real (Estate) With Deanna - The Mortgage Settlement broken down

Breaking down the Mortgage Settlement to what it really means

Keeping it Real (Estate) With Deanna - Some Down Payment Know How

Did you know you can give your child or grandchild a gift to help with their downpayment?

More Small Fruits for Next Year’s Garden Plan

This week we'll take a look at two other small fruits that aren't as common as blueberries but which are just as fun to grow in Marion - gooseberries and currants.

My Favorite Tree

When we are connected to nature, it becomes an extension of ourselves. This love relationship inspires us to take care of nature, protect it and find ways to be in it as much as possible.

Keeping it Real (Estate) With Deanna - Consider energy efficient bulbs, timers to save money

Two bright ways to save money in your home.

Keeping it Real (Estate) With Deanna - Know a Vet? There are some great financing options available to them

VA financing is a good deal

Keeping it Real (Estate) with Deanna - Marion is a State of Iowa “Great Place”

Another reason to want to live in Marion. The town has a "Great Place" designation.

New Permanent Display Unveiled in Marion

Step back to the 1960s when the trains ran through downtown Marion. This model railroad display is the newest permanent display at the Marion Heritage Center.

(Blog) Marion Residents Can Add Blueberries to Next Season’s Garden Plan

If you select the right variety of blueberry plants and grow them in the conditions they like you too can have blueberry pie in July. Learn tips from Linn County Extension Master Gardeners.

(Blog) Barter Economies

Sometimes we can’t exchange an item or service of equal monetary value for something that we need. That’s where the concept of Time Banking was created.

(Blog) Free Stuff

Do you have items that are no longer being used in your home, but are too good to throw away?

Keeping it Real (Estate) With Deanna - Do neutral colors really help a house sell quicker?

If I'm selling, do I need to repaint my walls to neutral colors?

(Blog) Keeping it Real (Estate) With Deanna - Do it Yourself or Hire a Professional?

Should I do a home maintenance task myself or hire a professional? I'm wanting to put my home on the market and want to keep costs down.

Keeping it Real (Estate) with Deanna - When an adjustable rate can be a good thing

When an adjustable rate is a good thing

(Blog) Fair Trade

What's the meaning behind that Fairtrade logo?

Keeping it Real (Estate) with Deanna - Preparation key to home ownership

If a goal is to buy in 2012, start preparing now

(Blog) Keeping it Real (Estate) with Deanna - Exterior projects pay off

Exterior house projects are a win

The Pros and Cons of Hot Water Heat

Pros and cons of hot water heating systems

(Blog) Keeping it Real (Estate) with Deanna - To Buy or Not to Buy a Home Warranty

The value of a home warranty

Keeping it Real (Estate) with Deanna - The load down on the 2013 3.8% real estate tax

What is the 2013 3.8% real estate tax? Who will it affect?

BLOG: Keeping it Real (Estate) with Deanna - The 101 on Radon

Why you should have a radon test?

Keeping it Real (Estate) with Deanna - Struggling to Make Payments? Give Iowa Mortgage Help a Call

Did you know that Iowa Mortgage Help has trained counselors to help you if you are behind on your mortgage payment?

Return of the Christmas Stories. What's Your Favorite?

Sentimental, scary, warm and cozy, reminders of childhood and what's best in all of us. There's a Christmas story for everyone.

When the Holidays Stress You Out, it's time say No.

How to say No.

Keeping it Real (Estate) with Deanna - Know the neighborhood you're buying into

Importance of location

Keeping it Real (Estate) with Deanna - How many houses should I look at?

How many houses should I veiw before purchasing?

BLOG: 8 food items to skip at the store

You'll see the difference on your grocery store receipt if you'll make these super easy things yourself.

Keeping It Real (Estate) with Deanna - $1,000 increase to Iowa Finance Grant

Iowa Finance Authority increases first time home buyer grant

Keeping it Real (Estate) with Deanna - How accurate are online real estate sites

Can I find my home's worth online?

Six Ways to Keep Dinner From Ruining Your Budget

Quick, Cheap, Healthy, Easy, and Delicious! That's a lie. Here's 6 real ways to help you keep your food costs in line.

Keeping it Real (Estate) with Deanna- Don't be Scared of HUD Homes

Real Estate Deanna Howard HUD Homes

Blog: Marion Historical Society Loses a Friend

Tony Rajer's passing.

On Being Lost, Part 2: Prose Portals and Other Ways Out

Multiple realities, available 24/7! Low cost investment opportunities!

Marion Police Investigate Report of Robbery Outside KFC Restaurant

A man reported being robbed by two to three men behind the fast-food restaurant on Tuesday.