Mike’s Video #2: Painting
Ok, Video #2 is Ready thanks to my good and talented friends at http://www.realtyflix.com/. This Video highlights the biggest task I will face in prepping this house for sale; painting. Painting every wall in the house a different, dark, color seemed like a GREAT idea a few years ago. Just remember, whenever you decide to paint your home, the job is always only just half over, because you will most likely have to repaint everything in the end when it comes time to move.
The only reason I decided to use a paint sprayer was that the ceiling, after 9 years, needed a face lift. Otherwise, I would not have covered anything, and just done it all by hand. I think you will enjoy this video, and see that Mike Malkasian, President of FSBO.com, is not afraid to get his hands dirty.
Paint and supplies (which include Pizza and “refreshments” for my friends) cost just under $400 for the entire project (paint sprayer was borrowed from a friend). Based on the quotes I received from professional painters, I saved between $1100, and $1300 by doing it myself. A special thanks to Matt, Jeremy, Chris, and Phil Minnes (Google Him!) for helping me paint.
Charity Info I Mentioned:
The green shirt I was wearing in that video is from my favorite non-profit called H.E.R.O. for Children (http://www.heroforchildren.org/). H.E.R.O. became the first non-profit organization in the State of Georgia to solely focus their effort and energy to raise funding and awareness for the Quality of Life of children affected by / infected with HIV/AIDS. I have been involved with them for over 3 years, and I mentor (big brother/ SuperHERO) an 8 year-old boy whose mother is infected with HIV. Getting involved in this little kid’s life is the best decision I have ever made, and plan to continue my relationship with him for the rest of my life. We are best friends!
If you live in the Atlanta area, I strongly urge you to get involved, and consider becoming a “SuperHERO” yourself. If you do not live in the area, I ask that you consider visting the website, and making a donation.
The SuperHEROes program: The SuperHEROes program is the only one-on-one mentoring program for children affected by HIV/AIDS in Georgia that provides year-round, positive role models with each matching meeting a minimum of 24 times per year with their child. (Source: www.heroforchildren.org )
April 2nd, 2008 at 9:46 am
Thanks Mike for the recognition!
The SuperHEROes Program is a fun way to get involved with Atlanta’s youth. This program provides volunteers with the opportunity to be positive role models and strengthen the self-esteem of children affected by HIV/AIDS by serving as mentors. As a SuperHERO, you would:
· Spend one on one quality time with a child twice a month
· Attend a Braves game, watch movies, go to Six Flags
· Strengthen a child’s self esteem and life skills by being a good friend!
If there are any questions, please feel free to contact Megan Fox, Match Specialist at 770-417-1665 *310 or by email at: megan@heroforchildren.org
April 2nd, 2008 at 10:46 am
Great video. Sometimes it takes a bit of sweat to save money, but it definitely pays off in the long run!
April 2nd, 2008 at 1:30 pm
Mike, looks like you have got the right idea brother! Keep up the good work!
April 2nd, 2008 at 3:50 pm
That was great man….you are becoming a natural….I can see you know on infomercials in the near future. Great job!
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May 12th, 2008 at 3:19 am
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