Lawrence area aging fair features 40 groups and free screenings
The second annual Lawrence Area Partners in Aging Senior Resource Fair runs 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at Hy-Vee 4000 W Sixth St with free admission and more than 40 local organizations offering senior services including balance and health screenings. The Vintage Players perform 3 to 4 p.m. for attendees.
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Michael Martinez UPS driver in Lawrence area highlighted
Michael Martinez a package delivery driver with UPS in the Lawrence area recently was highlighted in connection with a local logistics effort. The report notes his role in distribution and community service initiatives within the region.
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Journal-World Business Brief Submissions Info
Contact Mark Fagan business editor at 832-7188 or mfagan ljworld.com to submit promotions awards and other business items for the Brief case. Color photos and files at least 200 dpi are accepted.
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Contingent Offer Do Not Impose Seller Repairs
Buyers can cancel and recover deposits if a home inspection reveals major issues. The seller is not obligated to fix problems. options include renegotiating repairs, lowering price, purchasing as is, or canceling and getting the deposit back. A bad plumbing system may require costly repairs or replacement.
Real Estate Strategy for Negotiating Repairs and Financing
Prospective buyers should obtain written bids from two to three licensed plumbers for needed repairs and use them to renegotiate the sale price or request seller payment. If renegotiation fails, decide to accept current condition with self funding or cancel under contingency and recover the deposit. Large assets do not appear on credit reports. lenders consider earnings savings and assets when evaluating mortgage terms.
Sebelius taps Kerr for Kansas commerce secretary post
Governor Sebelius selects David D Kerr, chairman of the Kansas Chamber of Commerce and AT&T Kansas president, to become Kansas commerce secretary. Senate confirmation expected later this month. Kerr, retiring March 30, cites public affairs as new challenge while noting AT&T Kansas employees and operations across the state.
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Grain and livestock futures retreat on CBOT and CME markets
Wheat, corn, oats, and soybeans declined on the Chicago Board of Trade with May deliveries at lower prices. Beef futures eased while pork futures were mixed on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange as April cattle and lean hogs fell. Local price quotes from Ottawa, Edgerton, Overbrook, Midland, and other elevators show varied wheat and soybean values, with nonferrous metals also trading lower in London and New York markets.
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