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Local Lenders

Salin Loan application link: Todd White

MetLife: Tina Marie Stahl

PEFCU: Joy Madsen http://pefcu.com/index.asp

PEFCU loan application: http://pefcu.com/loans/PDF/2010/Loan_Application.pdf

Lafayette Bank and Trust: Todd Edgell or Kathy Meeks: https://www.firstmerchants.com/Mortgage/LafayetteBank/Experts

Allied Home Mortgage: Alyson VanPelt: http://www.alliedhome.com/jwerner

Regions: Nancy Hunley: http://www.regionsmortgage.com/nancyhunley/

Jim Roach: http://www.regionsmortgage.com/jimroach/

First Republic: Patty Will: http://www.pattywill.com/

Sharon Morrissey: http://www.sharonmorrissey.com/

Lafayette Savings Bank: Rob Roseboom: http://www.lafayettesavingsbank.com/per_lending.htm

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Real Estate

Official site of our local Coldwell Banker Shook. http://www.shook.com/

This is the official blog of Charlie Shook, of Coldwell Banker Shook. http://www.shook.com/blog/

One of my favorite sites! I could read articles on here for hours! House logic is the official consumer website of the National Association of Realtors, or NAR. You will find a wealth of information for home buyers, sellers and owners.  A lot of DIY articles, home maintenance, etc.  http://www.houselogic.com/

Property management and local rentals: Shannon O’Malley.  www.miruspmg.com

Indiana Department of Insurance. http://www.in.gov/odoi

National Association of Realtors. http://www.realtor.org/

Lafayette Regional Association of Realtors. http://www.indianarealtors.com/

USDA Financing Information. http://eligibility.sc.egov.usda.gov/eligibility/welcomeAction.do

 

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Remodeling/Decorating/Do It Yourself

Michelle Voglund, of Willow Stained Glass, repairs, designs, builds and installs custom stained glass windows for commercial, residential and religious buildings (since 1998!). The studio also offers a wide variety of art for sale in it’s gallery. Lot’s of gifts, jewelry and more!  http://willowstainedglass.com/

Great selection of high quality merchandise!  http://www.restorationhardware.com/

If you love everything retro, atomic, and awesome, check this magazine out. http://www.atomic-ranch.com/

The pioneer in remodeling shows! http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh

Reproduction antique lighting. http://www.vintagehardware.com/.

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Community

Our local newspaper, The Journal and Courier. http://www.jconline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/frontpage

Lafayette Magazine is published by the Journal and Courier and captures the essence and spirit of Greater Lafayette and it’s people. It is available at the library too. http://www.lafmag.com/apps/pbcs.dll/section?category=LAFMAG

The Greater Lafayette Area Mom’s Group (or GLAMs for short) is a fabulous mix of married, single, stay-at-home and working moms from Lafayette, West Lafayette, Battle Ground and surrounding areas. http://www.meetup.com/Greater-Lafayette-Area-Moms/

Wabash Valley Trust for Historic Preservation. “Our Mission is to promote historic preservation through restoration and visibility of the architectural heritage of our community. The trust is a leading force in the community, championing historic preservation which enhances the quality of life for all citizens.” http://wabashvalleytrust.org/

Lafayettes’ own, Women’s Flat Track Roller Derby Team. http://www.brawlindolls.com/

Lafayette YMCA.  http://www.lafayettefamilyymca.org/

Lafayette YWCA.  http://www.ywca.org/site/pp.asp?c=brJJKUNLG&b=61662

Tippecanoe School Corporation.  http://www.wl.k12.in.us/

West Lafayette School Corporation. http://www.tsc.k12.in.us/

Lafayette School Corporation. http://www.lsc.k12.in.us/

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Local Business

Chris Voglund, of Artisan Electric, is a highly qualified professional electrician. I have had several clients use him that were very happy with the quality of his electrical work and level of business professionalism. http://artisanelectric.net/blog/

Shawna Fogleman and her talented crew at Eclectic Hair Salon will treat you very well!  http://www.eclecticstudio.biz/

Gorgeous photography from a talented local artist! I love her work!  http://www.corimccabe.com/

Another very talented local photographer! He did excellent family photos for me in 2010.  http://www.isphotographic.com/daveblog/

You need to check out the chocolate fondue and more here! http://kathyskandies.com/Home/tabid/282/Default.aspx

Jennifer Reynolds makes lovely, handmade, all natural soaps, lotions and other products that I love! They are very affordable and very special! I love to give them as gifts. Check out her website here,  http://www.naturalwonderssoaps.com/ and visit her at The Downtown Farmers Market, also.

Delicious high-quality cheeses and wine tasting events, lunches and more, organic and fresh! Located in our amazing Downtown Lafayette area also! http://www.mainstreetcheese.com/index.html