Dutchland Woods At Home
coupons on the back good for an entire year!
Dutchland Woods At Home
Because Home Is Where One Starts From
Tracy Witzman our
favorite painter is still busy
painting all around the city and
did you know that she has
painted our White House
inside? I can personally recom-
mend her services. She painted
and staged a condo and it sold
fast! The client was very
pleased.
Tracy has a special going still
for $99.00 a room. For more
information see page 2. Men-
tion this newsletter for an extra
discount of $10.00 per room!
Expires May 31, 2010
Are You Thinking of
Selling Your Home
This Year?
The past two homes
I’ve listed here in
Dutchland Woods
have sold in less than
one week and at great
prices!
I have a vested inter-
est in keeping our
home prices high. I
live here!
I’m affordable, I offer
great marketing and
service!
Call Me Today!
Brenda Swigert
ReMax Unlimited
Look for my new business card with valuable April and May 2010 Issue
www.Dutchlandwoodsathome.com
Community Yard Sale April 30-May 1
Friday April 30 and Saturday May 1: Community
Garage & Street Sale.
For the second year in a row Dutchland Woods
is covering the ad cost. A list of participating homes will
be distributed to shoppers. if you would like to be in-
cluded on the list, email Sharon Mohan at
s.mohan-pierce@fuse.net. Please send your name, address, phone
number and the kind of items you will be selling (baby clothes, fur-
niture, etc.)
Graduating?? Let’s Celebrate!
High School or College?
We want to know what your future plans are!
Email BrendaSwigert@gmail.com and send your name address and
phone number and your college or future plans for a Dutchland Woods
Graduation Drawing!
Would you like to know where your neighbor’s graduates are going so
you can car pool etc? This is your opportunity to network in your own
neighborhood and win your graduate a useful
custom made basket.
3 Graduates will be drawn from the emails and winners will be noti-
fied by phone. Some items in the basket will be your choice of a custom-made photo album with
your school color and emblem, gift cards for restaurants to use while away at college or starting a
career along with coupons and other great items.
If you are a business owner and would like to add to the basket we would welcome your dona-
tion as well.
Don’t miss out! You could be one our lucky winners! All names with
permission will be posted in our next newsletter!
Deadline for entry is May 15, 2010
Brenda Swigert 513-755-9597 or 513-378-1461
Brendaswigert@gmail.com
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What’s on your wish list?

Do you need a vacation, a new car or boat, a kitchen upgrade, or tuition for yourself or your children?

You can increase your purchasing power by talking with your neighbor, Brian Collins, about opening a home equity line of credit at
First Financial Bank today.

The best thing about a home equity line of credit is that it’s ready when you decide to make an important purchase. No need to go to
the bank or call anyone for approval.

Credit card access … A home equity account provides you with a Gold MasterCard and special checks so you will have a variety
of access to your line of credit. It’s the perfect way to increase your purchasing power and write your own loan, saving you time and
travel.

It’s easy … You’ll find the process takes very little of your time.

Now is the perfect time to check out the possibility of using the equity in your home. For more information, just stop in today at the
Liberty Crossings banking center (7237 Cincinnati-Dayton Road in front of the Kroger store). Or call your neighbor, Brian Collins, or
Maria Kennedy at 513-346-3740.
Brian and Maria look forward to helping you be successful in turning your wishes into reali-
ties.
Brian Collins
RBC Assistant Vice President/Manager
First Financial Bank, NA
6945 South Liberty Way
Liberty Township, OH 45044
P 513-346-3743
F 513-755-3317 brian.collins@bankatfirst.com

Call Tracy @777 -1147 or 324-0339

*Room special is for one coat (second coat $25), 14’x14’
room max, 9’ ceiling height max, and does not include ceil-
ing, trim, or cost of paint.
MENTION THIS AD AND GET $10.00 off! Exp May 15, 2010
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Social and Rec Proudly Presents “Papa John’s Pizza Night”!

The First Monday of Every Month
Swing by the White House between 4:30 and 7:00 pm
Pick Up Your Choice of:
Medium Pepperoni or Extra Cheese Pizzas
Or Breadsticks! Any of these items are $6.00 each!
All proceeds benefits the Social and Recreation Committee’s Activities!
DID YOU KNOW?…..
These fundraisers pay for the social and rec committee activities for the community! I challenge every resident
to leave $1.00 extra with their pizza next month! We can all come together and make a huge difference!
Brenda Swigert
For More information Please contact Jodi Strutz at 254-0301
Sharon Mohan–Pierce 759-4160
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Parking Cars On The Streets

Vehicles that are disabled are not allowed to be parked on the street.
However, even though other vehicles may park on the street, as a
favor to your neighbors, please minimize your parking your vehicles on
the street. It can be annoying to your neighbors, hampers the flow of traffic,
can be dangerous if children are walking in the street, and is not what the streets are designed
for. Thank you.

Trash Along The Streets and In Your Yard

Some people have been seen collecting trash along the streets. (Thank you Bev and Larry Dowler for
keeping Dutchland Pkwy clean!) Such a nice gesture and a lot of time invested in keeping the area looking great.
Please keep your own area clean from debris and trash. Papers and flyers left around your premises can be an
advertisement that your home is unoccupied and an invitation and attraction for burglary. We appreciate your help
with keeping the neighborhood clean. Thank You!

Are Our Street Corners In Good Repair?

Several street corners have become ugly and messy. The Liberty Township Maintenance Garage takes care of our streets and
sometimes leaves a lot to be desired. Adding black stuff to improve driving around corners should be a hot mix of asphalt properly
placed and compacted. I think they brought the wrong stuff here. This location is at Dutchland Blvd. and Netherland Drive. Ask the
board to ask to arrange improvements. To contact a Trustee email Dutchlandwoods@gmail.com

Graeme George
GCGeorge@Roadrunner.com

Women’s Bible Study Here In Dutchland Call Jack Today for a quote on your car and
Woods home! Neighborhood Referrals!
Come Join The Ladies From Your “Dave and I save money with Jack”! Brenda
Neighorhood on Tuesdays at 7 pm at The
White House Jack Lewis Insurance
We will be starting the study 8585 Mason Montgomery Rd
Mason, Ohio 45040
Living Victoriously in Difficult Times Office: 513-229-8928
Bring a snack if you would like, I am focus- Fax: 513-842-4361
ing more on healthy snacks, but any snacks Cell: 513-505-7654
are welcome. jacklewisinsurance@yahoo.com
Jack Lewis,
For more information please contact: “Advice...not simply insurance”
Agent
Kim Rogers at: kimbr@fuse.net Auto-Home-Life-Health/Medicare-Business/Benefits
759-2094
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9474 Princeton –Glendale Rd (Between Rialto and Mulhauser Rd)

West Chester, Ohio 45069
513-860-DOGS (3647)

Open Daily 6:30-7:00 Saturdays open 7:30-5:30

Dog Day Every Day offers full and part time dog day care!!
Dog Day Every Day also offers grooming!
Sammy our puppy goes there every day and comes home exhausted
from the fun! Tell them Sammy Swigert referred you for specials.
http://www.dogdayeveryday.com/news/dded_0509_WC.pdf
Take a look at a previous newsletter, News From The Pack!

Work Going On Hansbrinker Drive

Reported By Graeme George
1. Common area where damaged adjacent houses have been repaired.
The picture here was taken Jan 19th, 2010

2. The gully which developed from rain. Shown

here is a photo of the area before construction
began.

3.

4.

5. The area is at the end of Hansbrinker Drive, but

the views are more easily seen from the west side of
Silver Skate Drive.

Take
advantage of
This was a great view provided to us by Graeme George. the warm
Thanks Graeme for being concerned and keeping us all up to date!
weather to
meet your
neighbors this
season!
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Use a Realtor When Buying New Construction!

Building a brand new home is definitely different from buying a resale property. First of all, it is built for you – and no one
else. You get to make selections that put your personal stamp on the home before you even move in. There are also a lot of
choices to make: carpet, cabinetry, and all those upgrades. Should a Realtor be part of your blueprint for successfully pur-
chasing new construction? The answer is absolutely.

Following are a few myth busters (selected myths/facts provided The Realty Corner) about working directly with the builder,
but without the benefit of working with a Realtor.

 MYTH: The Builder will discount the price if I don’t have a REALTOR®.
 FACT: In most cases, the agent is paid through the seller’s fees. Generally in new construction, the builder has already
anticipated this cost. If you work with a builder without the guidance and representation of a REALTOR®, you’re likely
paying for real estate services without reaping the benefits. Why put yourself at such a disadvantage? And although most
think that working with a REALTOR® may cost them money, for a homebuyer, these services are free.
 MYTH: Buying directly from the builder will be hassle-free.
 FACT: There will be many things to consider when purchasing a new construction. As you walk through a model home
everything may seem straight-forward. However, the process of building, financing and inspecting your new home may
not be as clear as you anticipated. You’ll benefit from REALTOR® services: to interpret builder jargon, contract lan-
guage, advise you on inspections and contingency deadlines, and even help show you how your option choices can add
value to your new home.
 MYTH: This is the price of the home I see is the price I will pay.
 FACT: Not always. Many model homes have upgrades. These upgrades, or options, (such as hardwood floors or granite
countertops) are attractive to most buyers. However, many prices advertised don’t include the options you see in a model
home. If you’ve fallen in love with the ceramic tile in the foyer, make sure to find out if the tile is included in your total
price or how much extra it will be to upgrade. A REALTOR® can help you choose the options that you want and guide
you in making selections that also add lasting value to your new home.
 MYTH: REALTOR® services will not help me when purchasing a new home.
 FACT: The builder has to develop every parcel of land owned in order to make a return on investment. This may mean
trying to sell you a lot that may not be the best option for your needs, or a lot that may be difficult to resell later. A
REALTOR® walks the lot with you, goes through the house or plans, and can recommend ideas to you may help you
choose the lot and house plan that best suit your needs. A REALTOR® will negotiate terms, pricing, and builder conces-
sions, and monitor inspections and contract contingencies throughout the building and closing processes. Your REAL-
TOR® is your advocate, from foundation to the final walk-through.
 MYTH: The sales agent at the model home works for me, too.
 FACT: Although they may be warm and friendly, the sales agents you meet when touring model homes work for the
builder, not you. Their interest is in negotiating the most profit on the houses they sell. You need a REALTOR® you
know is representing your interests.
 MYTH: The builders contractors and representatives monitor the construction process to ensure my specifications and
timelines are met.
 FACT: An inspector who will go to the site at predetermined intervals to insure that you are indeed getting what you
pay for and to make sure that the builder keeps maintains standards and meets or exceeds building codes.
 MYTH: Any Real Estate Agent can assist me.
 FACT: All real estate licensees are not the same. Only real estate licensees who are members of the NATIONAL ASSO-
CIATION OF REALTORS® are properly called REALTORS®. REALTORS® are committed to treat all parties to a
transaction honestly. REALTORS® subscribe to a strict code of ethics and are expected to maintain a higher level of
knowledge of the process of buying and selling real estate. Not all REALTORS® and agents are experienced in new con-
struction. As a REALTOR® with plenty of new home experience, I also offer specialized services and resources for new
home buyers, including financing, closing and title services, concierge benefits, extended home warranties and home in-
surance products.
If you are considering new construction, please call me. A solid plan and experienced representation can make a tremendous
difference when building your dream home.

Your Neighborhood Realtor Brenda Swigert, e-PRO Relocation Realtor ReMax Unlimited
brendaswigert@gmail.com direct: 513-378-14611 Follow me on Facebook and Twitter!
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Common Areas Of Dutchland Woods… Just some Ideas

Pictured are areas that are referred to as common areas within Dutchland Woods. Common areas are land owned by the
property owner’s association or the community as a whole and not private property. Wouldn’t it be great to have an inter-
ested committee to investigate the best uses for this land?
Some of the areas have become expensive to maintain, are unmanaged, unsightly and virtually waste land.
Some potential ideas would be for a committee to look into whether some areas could be improved, because some areas have
become wash outs that have allegedly damaged properties.
While our by-laws state that Dutchland Woods has the duty to maintain the common areas or green space, these are great
areas for a potential committee to work with for the good of the community.
Consider the possibility of pocket sized parks or play yards. Cleaning out brush and trash could make for easier mainte-
nance and allow for walking and bike trails, bird feeders and small animal habitats.
We have residents with businesses able to perform major improvements. Scout and church groups could have a field day for
clean-up and improvement. Contact a board member and let your voice be heard and offer a hand if you are interested in
these possibilities. It takes people who are passionate and care to bring about change! Look at all the social and recreation
committee is doing because they together decided to make a difference! Want to get involved? Talk to your neighbors, join
the board members at an upcoming meeting. For meeting times check out Dutchlandwoods.org
Brenda Swigert
Your Neighborhood Realtor®
Office: 755-9597
Cell: 378-1461
Website: www.brendaswigert.com 7360 Liberty One Drive
www.lovetosellcincyhomes.com Liberty Twp, OH 45044
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New Listing! First Floor! SOLD in 6 Days! New Listing!

5134 Cassidy Pass Unit 34 6509 Cobbler Trail 6951 La Boiteaux Ave
Hamilton, OH $77,895 Sales Price $190,500 College Hill, OH $68,900
96.33% list to sale ratio

New Listing! Short Sale! NEW LISTING!! SOLD!

995 Havensport 6770 Netherland Ct. 1436 Tecumseh Dr.

Forest Park, OH $105,000 Liberty Twp $159,900 Hamilton Twp, Sales Price $287,000
These Buyers Saved $2,900!

SOLD in 7 days! SOLD in 13 days! SOLD!

6599 Wooden Shoe 6584 Hansbrinker Drive 5376 Elmwood

Sales Price $155,000 Sales Price $155,000 Liberty Twp, Sales Price $344,500
98.88 list to sale ratio 100.32 list to sale ratio These Buyers Saved $12,400!

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