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I enjoy the diverse group of people I follow on Twitter . There is always a great wealth of information from which to glean . One of those people who is always interesting is Leslie Carothers. Leslie works in the furniture industry; yet a recent blog post by Leslie addresses a fundamental need that all consumers have. We want (and need) to trust the people with whom we do business, especially for those purchases that are the weightier ones. Those decisions regarding our homes, our assets, and the safety of our loved ones would fall in that category. Leslie addresses the need (and current lack of ) trust in today's environment. She points to Social Media as a way to reestablish that trust between retailers and consumers. Here is a link to her article. Once you have had a chance to read it, please tell me what you think! http://www.furninfo.com/absolutenm/templates/article_retailing.asp?articleid=10557&z=4 Thanks to www.furninfo.com for sharing Leslie's thoughts. Lesli...

Fully rented doubles- these two all brick buildings sit on shady lots in popular Farley addition. With over 1300 SF and 3 bedrooms per side, there is excellent living space. Tenants will enjoy the large trees and backyard decks. Each unit comes with kitchen appliances and a laundry hookup. Utilities are separately metered. Electric heat pumps and central air . Buy now for a great stream of income. Easy access to I465, the airport and downtown 6803 S. 11th Street (MLS# 2938784) 1303 N. Banner Avenue (MLS# 2938622) $175,000 each

The epitome of a Romantic era , this rare Indpls Athletic Club condo offers the most exquisite architectural details. Original marble floors, 12 ft ceilings, & dramatic multipaned windows flood the rooms with light. With an artisan 's fine touch, neoclassical medallions, swags, flowers and gilt mirrors adorn the walls & ceilings. Comfort is not sacrificed w/high end appliances, granite counters, lg bedrms & 2 luxury baths. Spectacular views of War Memorial . Garage parking .

Heart-warming Southern Colonial offers timeless design & modern ease. Set in the Estate section of Village of West Clay, it provides a lower price point to this coveted area. Inspired by acclaimed architect William Poole, it is bright & light filled w/2 covered porches, 2 story Grt Rm & 3 lg dormer windows. Brazilian cherry hardwoods cover most of the 1st flr. Striking kitchen has abundant cherry cabinets, huge granite island w/convenient oven & gorgeous bronzed pendant lighting. Life is good. 2226 Finchley Road, Village of West Clay, Carmel MLS # 2940469

A home with a view--an enviable golf course view of rolling fairways, greens & mature trees. Oriented towards the view are multiple windows, a light filled sunroom + an inviting covered front porch. There is space galore in the over 4000 sq ft, 3 car garage & finished basement. New Carpet 8/09. Newer wide plank hardwoods & 9 ft ceilings create pizzazz for the 1st floor. The Master Suite includes an adjoining den or nursery, luxury bath & walkin closet. Hurry to claim this one as your own! 12602 Double Eagle Drive, Carmel

Image by Jay Paradis via Flickr Merrillat Cabinets and www.dannylipford.com are offering one lucky winner $25,000 to redo their kitchen including appliances, cabinets, and flooring . This contest is simple to enter. No essay or video is required, just fill out the online form and press "enter". One entry per person through September 22nd. If you are the one to win, please let me know! What would be the first thing that you would change about your kitchen?