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Save money, time and energy Tackle home improvements in tandem

(BPT) - Most of us spend our day multi-tasking. At work or home, we want to maximize our time and resources in order to accomplish the most work while expending the minimum required effort.

Home improvement should be no different. In order to make the most of your home improvement resources, it makes sense to undertake certain projects in tandem.

Roof replacement and skylight upgrades, new countertops and new sinks - some projects go together like peanut butter and jelly. Doing these projects at the same time can allow you to cut labor costs, save time and achieve the best possible results. Here are three

sets of home improvements best done together: 1. Roof and skylights Replacing an old or damaged roof ensures the rest of your home stays protected from the elements. A roof replacement returns nearly 68

percent of its cost when you sell your home, according to Remodeling Magazine’s Cost vs. Value Report. Replacing the roof entails removing the old shingles, tiles or other deck covering and the flashing around any existing openings

in the roof. It’s an ideal time to inspect all those openings and upgrade any rooftop structures, such as skylights. It’s also the most convenient and affordable time to replace or install new skylights.

If your home has older skylights, the flashing around them may have deteriorated over time, making them susceptible to leaks and less energy efficient. Modern Energy Starqualified fresh air skylights, like the No Leak Skylight line from Velux America, can improve indoor air quality through passive ventilation, greatly reduce dependence on expensive artificial light sources, and save on energy costs. What’s more, the skylight’s specially engineered flashing and other features virtually eliminate the risk of See SAVE on page 11

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2041 E. Main St., Suite 300

Alice, Texas

(361) 668-3300

263 FM 1930 - 3/2/2, 2,720 sq. ft. home on 3.03 acs, open floor plan, 2 living areas, covered patio, in ground pool, 30’x50’ shed, fenced garden area, minutes from Alice, $225K MLS # 104740, call Bruce 361-701-8644.

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Hallmark • Elisa Benavides .................................227-9771 • Bruce Menking..................................701-8644 • Cindy Claunch ........................ (956) 279-8607

• Andi Baker............................... (210) 410-8777 • Michelle Knight, Office Mgr. ...........668-3300 • Jean Cunningham, Broker.............. 853-2121

We are members of MLS and can show you any property in this magazine. Call us to BUY or SELL 361-668-3300!

2958 North FM 2191, Falfurrias $79,900 - Cozy home on 3.30 acres, just minutes away from town with front and back porch, carpet grass, trees, cement driveway, 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 2 car garage, a must see to appreciate! Call Lisa Benavides for appt. 361-227-9771. MLS#104538

402 Schley - 3/2, approx. 1,787 sq. ft. This is a Beautiful Brick home.

Home features tray ceilings, marble in master bath, granite counter tops in kitchen and so much more. Call today to view this home. MLS# 104714

610 Huisache, Freer - 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2,378 sq. ft. with 2 living areas, 2 cedar closets, spacious bedrooms, and move in ready! $145,000 Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104521

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316 Marc Lane - Beautiful brick home, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, CAH, 2 dining areas, all in an awesome neighborhood. Please call the office or Lisa @ 361-227-9771 for an appointment to view this home. MLS# 104761

1201 Roosevelt - Charming 3BR, 2BA, 1 car garage home, in a great neighborhood with a large beautiful back yard. CAH, tile and wood floors throughout the home. Beautiful pine walls in living area. Don’t let this one go by. This home is move in ready and priced to sell! Call the office or Cindy @ 956-279-8607 for an appointment to view this home.

MLS# 104779 146 CR 474 $85,000 - 1 bedroom, 1 bath.

This is a cute home that sits on approx. .68 acs. MLS# 104732

400 W St. Charles, San Diego - Gorgeous Spanish Hacienda style home.

6 bedroom, 3 full baths, 3 dining areas. Beautiful tile throughout the home, 4,842 sq. ft., perfect for attorney’s office, bed and breakfast, or an awesome family home. Call Office for more information. MLS# 104775 811 SW 10th, Premont - This is a beautiful Brick home that would make a wonderful family home. Home features high tray ceilings and tile floors throughout. There is a covered area in the backyard that would be great for entertaining and family gatherings. Call today for an appt. to view this beautiful home. MLS# 104355

3871 N Hwy 281 - Commercial/residential site, with cute home, 3/2, 1,200 sq.ft., open floor plan, 2 water wells, large oak trees, 30’x30’ shed, great site for commercial company. MLS #104729

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900 S Hwy 281, Falfurrias - 3/1 home, nice cozy home, front porch, storage shed in the back yard, large parking area.

Some remodeling and painting has been done, Must see to appreciate. Call Lisa at 361-227-9771 MLS# 104647

1713 Alta Vista - $185,000 - approx 2,160 sq. ft. -3/2 This would make a great family home. This is a cute brick home that sits on a nice size lot. Living room features fireplace.

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163 CR 471, & CR 470 - $174,900 - 5/3, approx. 2,458 sq. ft. This would make a wonderful family home.

Home sits on approx. 1.13 acres.

Home has lots of storage space and an open floor plan. Kitchen has lots of cabinet space and opens to the formal dining room. MLS# 104634

2025 FM 665 - $89,900 - Great Investment home! This is a unique cute home on approx. 4.46 acres. Property could possibly be used as a Commercial Property! MLS# 104440

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• Elisa Benavides .................................. 227-9771 • Bruce Menking................................... 701-8644 • Cindy Claunch ..........................(956) 279-8607 • Andi Baker.................................(210) 410-8777 • Michelle Knight, Office Mgr. ............ 668-3300 • Jean Cunningham, Broker............... 853-2121

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Featured Home of the Month

167 Carroll Loop - 3/3/2, 3,935 sq. ft. Country living at its best. Split bdrms, mst suite with huge bthrm, large kitchen with island, granite counter tops, lots of extras, 5 acs. MLS #104771 $385K, call Bruce, 701-8644

2019 5th, Agua Dulce - Nice brick home with 1,376 sq. ft. living area, attached garage 504 sq. ft., screened back porch, fenced yard, spacious kitchen, den and dining area. 2 bedrooms, trees for shade, back shed. A must see to appreciate. Seller motivated to sell! Call Lisa @ 361-227-9771. MLS #104718 306 W Potts, Falfurrias - Built in 2008, wonderful home on large lot, tray ceilings, tile floors. Call Lisa today for an appt. to view this home @ 361-227-9771 or 361-668-3300. MLS #104760

1508 Fairdale - 3/2/2, 1,532 sq. ft., family friendly, open floor plan, newly remodeled kitchen, new AC unit, split bdrms, close to golf course and schools. MLS #104731. $145K, call Bruce 701-8644.

527 Heras - 3/2, 1,904 sq. ft., open floor plan, hardwood floor in living room, laundry room, corner property, 3 lots, close to school and football stadium, will need some remodeling, $53K MLS # 104738, call Bruce 361-701-8644.

603 Nayer - 3/1.5, 1,213 sq. ft., open floor plan, newer home, great home for starting out, $82.5K MLS # 104727, call Bruce 361-701-8644.

612 Cactus - Cute home on large lot, located close to schools. There are two storage sheds and a nice cement carport. Entire lot is fenced in. In need of some new floor covering. This would make a great starter home or investment property. Home is sold “AS IS, WHERE IS”. A must see, priced to sell. MLS# 104764

COMMERCIAL 1311 S. Gulf $148,900 Cozy 3 bedroom, 2 bath, workshop on 1 acre, piped fence with nice stone entrance, pecan and orange trees. Call Lisa Benavides 361-227-9771 for appt. to view MLS# 104599 197 N. Johnson $325,000 - This would make a Great Business Opportunity!

Call today for more information 361-227-9771.

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1515 W. Front - New York Joe’s Restaurant, all appliances, furniture, ready to start a new business on 3.852 acres! $950,000 Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104354

201 S. Wright - 2,580 sq. ft. eating establishment, ready to go.

Nice kitchen equipment, tables and chairs go with sale. Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104562.

1719 E. Main Street - Nice commercial lot, 75-feet x 140-feet, next to Tutti Frutti. Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104589 2 Commercial lots at the intersection of Seabreeze and S. Tex. Blvd., zoned B-3C. 13,000 sq. ft. Full utilities on Seabreeze. Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104527

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5 acres S. Flournoy Rd. - Commercial site with more sites available! $20,000/ac MLS# 104224 1102 E. Hwy 44, San Diego, Tx - Commercial Building, 10,800 sq. ft., great location for Home Health, Doctor’s office, Area Clinic or State Agency. $495,000 Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS # 104522 634 W. 8th - 7.28 acres available - Old TASCO yard Many buildings and office, approx.

9,888 sq. ft. Fenced, Great pad base, Call Bruce at 701-8644, MLS# 104525

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South Duval St - Road frontage, 4.168 Acs, zoned for IC, Industrial Commercial, water across the street. MLS #104777, $272,337, call Bruce, 701-8644.

CR 440 and CR 463 - Newly built metal bldg., over 4,000 sq. ft. with 6 RV hookups, water well, septic, located on 10 acs. MLS #104778, $200K, call Bruce, 7018644.

700 N. Johnson - 7.15 Acs Great area for business. Utilities available. MLS# 104524.

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Things to consider before downsizing your home

The decision to downsize a home is often bittersweet.

Many couples who downsize their homes do so after raising a family. A home might be filled with memories, but downsizing a home helps couples save more money, and that financial flexibility often allows men and women to more fully enjoy their retirement.

But in spite of the financial impact of downsizing a home, there’s more than just money at stake for homeowners thinking of downsizing their homes. The following are a handful of factors homeowners should consider before downsizing to a smaller home.

Real estate market The real estate market can be a seller’s friend or foe.

Many sellers have a sale price in mind when they decide to sell their home, but the real estate market can be fickle,

Hallmark 51.51 acres w/frontage on CR 117 and N 281 Bypass. All brush, in waterway. Call Bruce at 701-8644. MLS# 104571 352.27 Acs. S. County Road 339, All brush with low fence, water, elec.

Small bunkhouse, good habitat for deer, hogs and other wildlife. $704,540 Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104483 Starlight Dr. in Sandia - 1/3 acre lot in Scenic Lake Estates, Carmel Hills. Great place to build your dream home! $8,000. Call Bruce @ 701-8644 MLS#104702

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so homeowners should do their research before putting their home up for sale. Will the current market make it

Lots and Land

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281 Bypass and FM 1554 - 528 +/- acres with road frontage.

Cultivated fields and brush with great commercial sites. Will divide. $2,180,000 Call Bruce for more information at (361) 7018644 MLS# 104532

900 N. Johnson, 5.826 Acs to be developed, road frontage with city utilities. $150K. Call Bruce @ 701-8644, MLS# 104614

FM 2508 - 88.09 Acres next to the King Ranch. Has new 3 bedroom, 2 bath mobile home that is 1.5 yrs old with a large pond, city water, feeders, water troughs, brush and high fence on King Ranch side. Deer, turkey, hogs and doves frequent the property. $317,724 Call Bruce 701-8644 MLS# 104518

CR 231 approx 2.05 acres $26,500.

MLS#104685

24.53 Acs. for commercial development at the intersection of Cr. 129 and S Hwy 281. Great site for commercial development. Elec. Available. $245,300. Call Bruce @ 701-8644. MLS# 104625

Call Elisa Benavides today for details!

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Selling this summer? 6 upgrades to secure a speedy sale (BPT) - When the weather warms up, so does the real estate market. Spring and summer are traditionally the seasons when both home buyers and sellers are most active across the country. If you’ll be putting your home on the market this year, simple, cost-effective upgrades can help ensure a speedy sale at a good price.

“In the world of real estate, it’s often necessary for sellers to spend a little on upgrades in order to achieve a satisfying home sale,” says Bethany Richmond, communications director for the Carpet & Rug Institute.

“Fortunately, some of the most impressive upgrades, such as new carpeting, are also affordable. Such upgrades ensure that you don’t have to spend a lot to achieve a better selling price.”

Here are six easy-to-do upgrades that are both cost-effec-

tive and high-impact: 1. Replace carpet It’s easy to see the impact of worn or dated carpeting. “If you don’t like looking at it, buyers won’t either,” Richmond says.

“Replacing old or damaged carpet delivers impressive appeal for a modest investment.”

New carpet is one upgrade that has a high ratio of value to cost. It substantially increases perceived value for homebuyers without requiring home sellers to spend a bundle. “Even less expensive carpet styles will freshen the look of a room and prepare it for sale,” Richmond notes. “You can get a lot more quality for just a little more money, she says, “and if you take advantage of spring carpet sales, installing new carpeting can cost even less.”

2. Clean flooring If your carpet is still in great

shape, then simply having it professionally cleaned can make it look even better. A deep professional cleaning helps lift tough soils and provides a cleaner, fresher look to rooms.

You can find an expert in your area by visiting www.carpet-rug. org. CRI experts can even provide insight into how to remove difficult stains.

Not only is carpet a good val-

ue, it’s healthy, too. People with allergies or other sensitivities are installing carpet to improve indoor air quality. Recent studies support previous findings that carpet, when effectively cleaned, traps allergens and other particles, resulting in less dust, dander and airborne contaminants escaping into the air.

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Mesquite Estate Subdivision Phase I. Lots for Sale.

New restricted subdivision on corner of Stadium & Seabreeze in Alice.

26 street front lots available.

Owner financing with $1,000 down payment.

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K. Stewart Realty, L.L.C.

www.kimstewartrealestate.com 244 FM 1355, Kingsville - Nice, well kept brick property on approx. 1/3rd of an acre.

Has CAH, lg. paved parking lot, fenced back yard area, 3 restrooms & 6 other rooms. Nice business location or could be converted into a home, duplex, etc. Co-Brokered with C21 Hallmark/Bruce Menking @ (361)701-8644. $89K MLS#104019 705 E. Dix, San Diego - 2/2/1 home with many charming upgrades!

Remodeled kitchen, new paint throughout, flooring, fenced yard & much more! There is also a 364 s.f. structure in front of this home that was previously “The Kitchen” Drive Thru. Needs some TLC, but could be a 2nd home, office, “man cave”, etc. Must see this entire property to appreciate! $65K MLS#104783

751 Gibson Dr., Alice - Adorable & move-in ready! Near schools & area businesses! This 2/1/2 has a bonus room used as a 3rd bedroom. Attached carport has lg. storage area & another tool shed in large fenced back yard. Kitchen was remodeled in ‘12 & all newer stainless steel appliances stay! Has CAH, all new paint, security system, & more! Buy this home for less than rent! & possibly Zero Down! $87K MLS#104786

11002 Timbergrove Ln., Corpus Christi - Calallen I.S.D. REDUCED! Very nice 4/3/2 that’s updated & ready for new family! Upgrades include: newer roof, CAH, updated kitchen, lamin. wood flooring, all new paint & more! Has a lg. fenced, back yard with wrap-around wood deck.

Beautiful location! Must see this one! $159.9K MLS#104708

401 Stoner St., Freer - Very cozy 4/2/1 home that includes 1/2 an acre. Very close to schools! Has an adorable kitchen with water softener system. Oven & stove stay! Has 2 separate living room areas. There’s a nice, screened-in back porch @ back of home. Some repairs are needed. Buy for less than rent! $76.5K MLS#103998

227 CR 157, Alice - Very nice and well maintained 3/2 home, built in ‘09. Move-in ready! If you love country living, book your appt. today! Includes 2.12 acres. Located between San Diego & Alice. All kitchen appliances will stay! Wonderful open floor plan! $159K MLS# 104695 212 Voelkel Ave., Orange Grove - Adorable 2/1/1 on over half an acre. Has a nice, open floor plan in liv. room/kitchen areas. Very nice kitchen cabinets. Well kept home!

Has a lg., fenced back yard with workshop & Morgan bldg. Call today to ask about the Zero Down Loan for 1st Time Home Buyers! $78.5K MLS#104757

248, 248 1/2 FM 1355, Kingsville - Nice 3/1/1 home, effic. apartment (stays rented!), lg. 30 x 80 barn AND approx. 2.75 acres of land! Very quiet & peaceful location! Presently rented until buyer comes along. CoBrokered with C21 Hallmark/Bruce Menking @ (361)701-8644. Reduced to $132K MLS#104017 1621 S. Norton, Freer Country living, but close to town! This 3/2/2 home includes 1/2 an acre & is just minutes from schools! Has tile floors, newer windows, lg. laundry room & more! Property is presently rented until it sells.

Has a newer septic system and City water. Needs some TLC. $59.9K MLS#104021

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PARAGON PROPERTIES 4637 S. Hwy 281, Alice, TX

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1370 FM 665 - 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath. Country living at its best. Beautiful custom home with pool on 6.5 acres. Lots of extras including bonus room, two living rooms. MLS# 104796

111 N. Texas Blvd- Wonderful investment opportunity. Currently leased to Cali’s Nails and The Jigger. Don’t let this one get away!

Call for appointment to see. MLS#104117

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1324 Josephine - 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, 2 car garage. Lovely townhouse. Priced to sell.

MLS# 104277

1817 Encino - Very large home on a corner lot in the Hillcrest area. Three living areas give this home a roomy feel along with large bedrooms and a mother-inlaw suite! MLS# 104464

SOLD

415 Lincoln - 3/1 Nice home across from park and close to schools, huge yard. MLS# 104707

SOLD

900 St. Mary, 3/1 Very nice home on corner lot, A must see! MLS# 104709

1803 Newell - 4 bedroom, 3 bath. Huge living area, extra large lot with fenced yard.

MLS# 104574

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2005 Shannon - 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage. Beautiful house on cul de sac, with big yard. MLS# 104624

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1600 E. Main St., Ste 238 (2nd Floor) at the 1st Community Bank Center, Alice (361) 668-0866

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I have moved! I am now with Dynamite Real Estate! I am looking forward to assisting you with all of your real estate needs.

I hope to hear from you very soon!

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Continued from page 3 leaks so there’s a 10-year noleak warranty with the units.

You’re getting a new roof with a new warranty so it’s a plus to coordinate your roof and skylight warranties.

Don’t have skylights but thinking about installing them to make your space more functional and enhance the enjoyment of your home? Again, roof replacement time is also the best time for a new installation. Opt for solar-powered fresh air skylights, with stylish and energy efficient solar blinds, and the improvements, including installation costs, are eligible for a 30 percent federal tax credit. To learn more about skylights or to find a certified installer in your area, visit www.whyskylights.com.

2. Garage door and garage door opener Replacing a garage door is a

great investment, even if your builder-installed basic door is still functional and in good shape. Installing an upscale garage door costs an average of about $2,791, and recoups nearly 89 percent of that cost at resale, according to the Cost vs. Value Report. A new garage door can have a major impact on your home’s curb appeal, and a newer, sturdier door that is energy efficient and air-tight can help improve your home’s overall energy efficiency.

While you’re investing

in a new garage door, it’s a great time to upgrade your garage door opener as well.

Homeowners often don’t think about the opener until it stops working, but the device contributes to your home’s usability, convenience and security.

Installing one in tandem with a new garage door can help to reduce labor costs and allow you to upgrade from an older, louder model - such as a chaindrive system - to a quieter and stronger one, like a belt-drive opener.

3. Countertops and sinks Typically, kitchen remodeling projects involve upgrading existing countertops. Moving from laminate to an upscale material such as granite improves not only the appearance of a kitchen but also its resale value. Remodeling Magazine says a minor kitchen remodel retains nearly 83 percent of its value.

While installing new countertops, simultaneously replacing an older sink with a newer model is a great way to continue an upscale look and save on labor costs. It’s far easier to install a new sink at the same time as the countertops than to do so later. While you’re upgrading the sink, consider a new faucet as well to complete the updated look.

Undertaking complementary home improvements together is a great way to make the most of your investment - and save time and money as well.

2708 FM 2191, Falfurrias - $125,900 - 3/1 Beautiful home on approx. 3.3 acres.

Home has been completely remodeled. Must See! Call today for an appt.! MLS# 104789

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1416 Corina St. - $89,000-This is a beautiful spacious 5/2 mobile home.

Home sits on approx. 2 lots and has a large covered deck and so much more.

M u s t See! Call today!

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Alice Acres Lots for Sale!

318 N. CR 470 - $179,000 - Great Business Opportunity! Features 5000 sq.ft. metal bldg. with overhead doors. MLS#104804

613 Lucero $165,000 - Wonderful commercial bldg. with 2 separate spaces that can be used as rentals.

MLS#104788

805 E. Collins St., San Diego - $85,000 - 4/2, 1 1/2 Story Aframe home. This is a wonderful unique home on large yard and features a nice covered side patio great for entertaining or family gatherings. Call today for an appt. MLS# 104790

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Continued from page 6 have to settle for less than you prefer? How fast are similar homes in your area selling?

When studying the real estate market, it’s also a good idea to study the market for smaller homes. If you plan on moving into a condominium but the market is not flush with properties, you might end up paying more than you want to for your new home, which might negate the savings you can expect from downsizing.

Furniture When downsizing to a smaller home, many couples realize their current furniture is unlikely to fit into a smaller home. That means couples will have to sell or donate their current furniture and then buy all new items for their new home. If it’s been

a while since you purchased new furniture, you might be in for some sticker shock on your first visit to the furniture store.

Another thing to consider regarding your furniture is which items you simply can’t live without. An antique dinner table might have been the centerpiece for your family holidays over the last several decades, but there’s no guarantee it will fit into your smaller home. You may want to pass this down to your son or daughter, but that’s only possible if he or she has the room for it. Before deciding to downsize, consider your attachment to certain items that you may or may not be able to take with you to your new home and the emotional toll that selling such items might take if you’re left with no other options.

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Proximity to family When downsizing to a smaller home, many couples move out of the suburbs and into cities or towns with more ready access to culture and restaurants. While that accessibility is great, grandparents may find that it comes at the cost of less time with their grandchildren. That’s a steep price to pay for doting grandparents, and it may also impact your children if they frequently rely on grandma and grandpa for babysitting.

Before downsizing, consider if you’re willing to move further away from your family. If not, you likely can still find a smaller home in close proximity to your current home and any nearby family members.

Medical care Many older men and women must also consider the effect that moving may have on

their medical care. Downsizing to a home in the country may make it harder to maintain contact with your current physician, and rural areas typically have less medical practitioners than more densely populated towns and cities.

In addition, if you have been visiting the same physician for years, you may not want to move and have to start all over again with a physician who is unfamiliar with your medical history. Consider how much maintaining your existing relationship with your physician means to you, and if your next home will provide the kind of access to medical care you’re likely to need.

Downsizing a home is not just about moving into a smaller property. To ensure you’re making the right decision, many factors must be considered before downsizing.

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Properties For Sale Residential 1104 W. 3rd - 3/2 - This is a lovely home with brand new central air and heat system,new roof and nice fenced backyard, very nice and cozy, a must see! MLS#104803 805 E. Collins St., San Diego - $85,000 - 4/2, 1 1/2 Story A-frame home.

This is a wonderful unique home on large yard and features a nice covered side patio great for entertaining or family gatherings. Call today for an appt. MLS# 104790 647 CR 481 - 3/1.5 - Nice farm home with approx. 10 acres, very peaceful

location perfect for a bird lover.

Call for appt. today. A must see.

Has hookup for a mobile home. MLS# 104806

modeled kitchen. Separate mother-in-law quarters. MLS# 104805

1816 Encino Ave. - 4/3 - This is a beautiful home on a large size lot located in a quiet neighborhood.

Home features wood floors. Recently replaced roof and some windows. MLS# 104807

2708 FM 2191, Falfurrias - $125,900 3/1 Beautiful home on approx. 3.3 acres.

Home has been completely remodeled.

Must See! Call today for an appt.! MLS# 104789

158 CR 472 - 4/2.5 - Country living at its best. 2-Living areas.

Bedrooms upstairs have individual balconies. Recently re-

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1416 Corina St. - $89,000-This is a beautiful spacious 5/2 mobile home. Home sits on approx.

2 lots and has a large covered deck and so much more. Must See! Call today!

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Commercial Properties 318 N. CR 470 $179,000 - Great Business Opportunity! Features 5000 sq.ft. metal bldg. with overhead doors. MLS#104804 613 Lucero - $165,000 - Wonderful commercial bldg. with 2 separate spaces that can be used as rentals. MLS#104788 Lots and Land • Lot on Aransas • 1.82 acre at Loma Linda • 2 Acres on Cr. 123 Tecolote area., water well with small camp cabin • 11 lots available at Alice Acres • Lot on Adame St.

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400 Josephine, Agua Dulce- 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 living area, 2 car garage, C A/H, storage building, sits on two lots.

Call for Appointment with Brandon @ 361-701-5810, MLS #104766 1320 Josephine #24 - 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage. One level town home. Very spacious, large closets. Granite, lots of extras.

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1100 Arcadia - Corner lot 3/2 with detached garage. Garage has full bathroom and alley entrance. Large carport attached to house. Open floor plan and large bedrooms.

Move-in ready. Call for appointment. $169k MLS# 104742 Missy @361-562-3928

315 Cactus (Alice) - Very nice brick home on corner lot. 3/2, CA/H, 2 living areas, 2 driveways, ceramic tile, large laundry room with storage, storage bldg, Spanish tile roof. Call Kalynn Ramon for info. MLS #104594 810 Aransas - Cute 2/1 on 2 large lots, detached garage, fence yard. with central heat and air.

Call for an appointment. Only $69K. MLS# 104743 Missy @ 361-562-3928

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1473 Cr 465 - Ranch style home on 6 acres.

3/2 open floor plan, 2 storage buildings. Metal roof and carport. Reduced to $139k. Call Missy @5623928. MLS# 104723

4686 US Highway 281, Alice - Country living at its finest only more. Minutes from town. 4 bedroom 2 bath open floor plan, custom kitchen with granite counter tops. Sits on 5 acres. All for only $299k. Call Missy @361-562-4928 MLS# 104762

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12 (10+ acre tracts for sale) in restricted subdivision. Call Kalynn at 207-0883 for a copy of the plat and restrictions. MLS# 104544

201 E Pundt, Orange Grove 3/2/carport, with large fenced backyard. large wood deck patio- storage building. Movein ready only blocks from the high school. $89K Call Missy at 361-562-3928. MLS #104628 1045 W Craig - Huge Backyard 2/2/1 , with hardwood floors. large bedrooms. Small storage building. Call for appointment with Missy at 361562-3928 MLS#104692

702 W. Main St, Alice- This property features a large office building with two detached garage bays, Great Business Opportunity right off of Bus. 281. Call for Appointment with Brandon @ 361701-5810, MLS #104781

719 S. Reynolds This property features 3 separate spaces for leasing.

Two of the spaces are available for leasing. Call Kalynn for information on leasing or buying. MLS# 104595 120 S. Aransas - Club Desperado - over 8,500 sq. ft. plus balcony seating for private parties. Call Missy at 361-562-3928. MLS #104012

Acreage

Track #25, Toro Creek Ranch Phase #1, Lot 13 Blue Ridge - located in Carmel Hills (Duval County), 10.1 Acres, very nice with lake view. Call Kalynn at 207-0883 for area to build your dream home. Call more details Brandon @ 361-701-5810, MLS # 104787 Cnty Rd. 440 (Alice)-18.94 acres for sell.

REDUCED!! Elsie St. Lot 6&7 (Agua Great for hunting or country living homeDulce) 100x300. Very nice corner lot. site. Ben Bolt ISD. Property features 2 Property has a gas and water meter, and deer blinds, and a great area for bird sewer lines, electrical pole for easy hook hunting. Nice clean piece of property with up. Ready to go!!! Call Kalynn for details. road frontage. MLS# 104696. Call Kalynn MLS# 104619 @ 207-0883 for more information.

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Coyote Creek: 4 acre lot with new water well. Very nice, restricted area to build your dream home on. Call Kalynn for copy of plat and restrictions. MLS# 104725 Falfurrias - 10 acres on County Road 302.

Great for home or business. For more information call Missy Priddy at 562-3928 MLS# 104252

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Driveways to mailboxes: Oft-overlooked items

(BPT) - Selling or staying, it makes no difference - everyone wants a home that looks great from the curb. Curb appeal comes together when all the elements of a home’s facade are in good shape and working together. Driveways that are cracked or pitted with potholes, dingy front doors and other seemingly minor complaints like a shabby, scuffed mailbox, can all significantly detract from a home’s overall curb appeal.

Here is a handful of projects many of them quick fixes - that can greatly enhance a home’s appearance. * Repair or resurface your driveway.

For many homes, the driveway is one of the largest visual elements of the home’s overall curb appeal, ranking right up there with siding, the roof and the lawn. If winter was rough on

your driveway, it’s time to think of making repairs. Concrete can crack and crumble, and asphalt develops potholes. Both can be repaired quickly and easily.

For any driveway repair, make sure the area to be repaired has been cleaned of debris and loose materials. Cleaning with a hose or pressuring washing can improve the entire surface. Repairing damaged asphalt or concrete

driveways not only improves its appearance, it can help extend its life, too. * Put the shine on your mailbox It sits at the end of your driveway and often plays a key role in helping guests find your house.

But do you give your mailbox the attention - and the credit it’s due? Little things can mean a lot when it comes to creating curb appeal. While a mailbox that looks good might not get much attention, one that’s ugly or shabby is sure to draw the kind of attention you don’t want.

If you live in a community that restricts what type of mailbox you can have, simply give your rusted, stained mailbox and the post it sits on a fresh coat of paint in its original color.

If your community has no standards for mailboxes, you can swap out an ordinary looking

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1504 Morningside - SELLING UNDER APPRAISED VALUE! Beautiful, unique and very spacious garden home awaits you. Large master suite with stunning bath and closets. Great working kitchen with Jenn-air that makes it fun to prepare dinner for one or twenty. Awesome open area from kitchen to dining to very spacious living area with fireplace. Spectacular built in china cabinet with custom stained glass decorate the dining room wall. Tile flooring with carpeted bedrooms. Handy and spacious laundry room with sink.

Two car garage with shelving on both sides along with a storage room. Roomy and floored attic space to tuck away those special occasion decorations. Mandatory HOA, sprinkler system and security system. Call today! MLS# 104627 ••• 5.75 acres on FM 625. Great place to build your dream home.

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box with something that compliments your exterior design.

Does your home have a brick facade? Consider a mailbox set in or on a brick pillar. If your house features fieldstone accents, consider carrying that over to the mailbox with a small, stonetrimmed planting bed at its base. * Lavish your front door with some TLC The door is the point where your exterior design meets your interior décor. It’s also an element that significantly impacts how visitors view your home.

Give yours a fresh coat of paint or stain, and don’t forget the trim around the door.

Next, consider lighting. Is the area around the door well lit? Good lighting is key not only for safety at night but also to enhance the appeal of the See REPAIRS on page 18

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Bruce Menking Hallmark 2041 E. Main, STE 300 Alice, TX 78332 Jean Cunningham, BROKER

Call me! I specialize in Ranch and Commerical Land. I can find the perfect property for your needs. Many listings are available in the area from 45 acres to 600+ acre tracts. I work with many area brokers and agents to help find or move your property. Many great commercial sites available!

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459 Cr. 231, 2.05 Acs, water well, septic, located about 15 miles north of Alice in the Valley Hi Acres S/D. $26.5K, MLS # 104685, call Bruce at 701-8644.

1515 W. Front - New York Joe’s Restaurant, all appliances, furniture, ready to start a new business on 3.852 acres! $950,000 Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104354

0 Starlight Dr., Sandia - Scenic Lake Estates, Carmel Hills lot, great site to build your home. $8K, MLS # 104702, call Bruce at 701-8644.

51.51 acres w/frontage on CR 117 and N 281 Bypass. All brush, in waterway. Call Bruce at 701-8644. MLS# 104571

E. Main Street - Nice commercial lot, 75-feet x 140feet, next to Tutti Frutti.

Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104589 2 Commercial lots at the intersection of Seabreeze and S. Tex. Blvd., zoned B-3C. 13,000 sqft. Full utilities on Seabreeze. Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104527

352.27 Acs. S. County Road 339, All brush with 7 +/- acs S Flournoy Rd, next to Oil Patch, L shape low fence, water, elec. with road frontage. $105K MLS # 104676, call Bruce Small bunkhouse, good at 701-8644. habitat for deer, hogs and other wildlife. $704,540 Call Bruce at 5 acres S. Flournoy Rd. - Commercial sites with 701-8644 MLS# 104483 more sites available! $20,000/ac MLS# 104224

281 Bypass and FM 1554 - 528 +/- acres with road frontage. Cultivated fields and brush with great commercial sites. Will divide. $2,180,000 Call Bruce for more information at (361) 701-8644 MLS# 104532 FM 2508 - 88.09 Acres next to the King Ranch.

Has new 3 bedroom, 2 bath mobile home that is 1.5 yrs old with a large pond, city water, feeders, water troughs, brush and high fence on King Ranch side. Deer, turkey, hogs and doves frequent the property. $317,724 Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104518 24.53 Acs for commercial development at the intersection of Cr. 129 and S. Hwy. 281. Great site for commercial development. Elec.

Available. $245,300. Call Bruce at 701-8644.

MLS# 104625 900 N Johnson, 5.826 Acs to be developed, road frontage with city utilities. $150K. Call Bruce at 701-8644, MLS# 104614

281 Bypass, 10 acres - Prime Commercial Site! REING END PMLS# DUCED! $150,000 104121 1102 E. Hwy 44, San Diego, Tx - Commercial Building, 10,800 sq. ft., great location for Home Health, Doctor’s office, Area Clinic, or State Agency. $495,000 Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS # 104522 7.28 Acs. Old Tasco Yard, Commercial Property. Many buildings and office, est. total sq. footage is 9,888 sq. ft.

Fenced with good pad base. Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104525 7.15 Acs - great business site. Utilities available. MLS# 104524.

South Duval St - Road frontage, 4.168 Acs, zoned for IC, Industrial Commercial, water across the street. MLS #104777, $272,337, call Bruce, 701-8644.

CR 440 and CR 463 - Newly built metal bldg., over 4,000 sq. ft. with 6 RV hookups, water well, septic, located on 10 acs. MLS #104778, $200K, call Bruce, 701-8644.

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1508 Fairdale 3/2/2, 1,532 sq. ft., family friendly, open floor plan, newly remodeled kitchen, new AC unit, split bdrms, close to golf course and schools.

MLS #104731. $145K, call Bruce 701-8644 167 Carroll Loop 3/3/2, 3,935 sq. ft.

Country living at its best. Split bdrms, mst suite with huge bthrm, large kitchen with island, granite counter tops, lots of extras, 5 acs. MLS #104771 $385K, call Bruce, 701-8644 263 FM 1930 - 3/2/2, 2,720 sqft home on 3.03 acs, open floor plan, 2 living areas, covered patio, inground pool, 30’x50’ shed, fenced garden area, minutes from Alice, $225K MLS # 104740, call Bruce 361-701-8644.

527 Heras - 3/2, 1904 sqft, open floor plan, hardwood floor in living rm, laundry rm, corner property, 3 lots, close to school and football stadium, will need some remodeling, $53K MLS # 104738, call Bruce 361-701-8644.

603 Nayer - 3/1.5, 1213 sqft, open floor plan, newer home, great home for starting out, $82.5K MLS # 104727, call Bruce 361-701-8644.

3871 N Hwy 281 - Commercial/residential site, with cute home, 3/2, 1200 sqft, open floor plan, 2 water wells, large oak trees, 30’x30’ shed, great site for commercial company.

610 Huisache, Freer - 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2378 sq. ft. with 2 living areas, 2 cedar closets, roomy bedrooms, and move in ready! $145,000 Call Bruce at 701-8644 MLS# 104521 201 S Wright - 2,580 sq. ft. eating establishment, ready to go. Nice kitchen equipment, tables and chairs go with sale. Call Bruce at 7018644 MLS# 104562.

FARM AND RANCH 50 Acs Cr. 314 TR. 33B, Benavides, Tx. All brush, dedicated easements, no elec, no water, good habitat for deer, hogs, turkey and dove in season. Easy access from Cr. 339. Home is 2 rooms, roughed out. $90K. MLS #104693. Call Bruce at 701-8644

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the work yourself and you can reduce the cost of repainting even further.

4. Update or upgrade lighting You may find that disco-ball style globe light charming in your kitchen, but the average buyer doesn’t want dated or unusual lighting. Replacing dated or worn fixtures, especially in bathrooms and kitchens, is a cost-effective way to give a room a more up-to-date, contemporary look. If you already have newer fixtures, consider replacing incandescent bulbs with high-efficiency options such as CFLs or LEDs. Although they’re a bit more expensive to purchase, these bulbs last years longer - a selling point for buyers who will reap the value of not having to replace bulbs any time in the near future.

5. Install new faucets A high-end faucet can completely change the look and

SPEEDY

Continued from page 7 To learn more about selecting and maintaining carpet, as well as how carpet is a good choice for people with allergies, visit the home page of the Carpet & Rug Institute at www.carpetrug.org .

Don’t forget to clean all other flooring, including hardwood, laminates and tile. Buyers will appreciate a sparkling clean appearance throughout the house.

3. Repaint in neutral shades Fresh paint is another smart and cost-effective upgrade for sellers. Buyers expect it, yet many sellers hesitate to repaint.

Perhaps they like the existing colors or balk at the cost of professional painting services.

Yet repainting in neutral colors makes a room look fresher and brighter, and gives buyers a visual “blank slate” against which to imagine their own decor. Do

usability of a kitchen or bathroom. In terms of cost versus value, an upgraded faucet, such as pull-out or even touch-free styles, can dramatically increase perceived value for a relatively modest investment. An upgraded faucet is a thoughtful touch that will set your home apart in buyers’ minds.

6.

Replace hardware throughout the home You may have already thought of upgrading kitchen cabinet knobs and drawer pulls, but have you also upgraded hardware in your bathroom or on the front door? These seemingly small items have a major impact on the overall visual effect of a home. In desirable rooms such as kitchens and baths, designer hardware can elevate the entire look of the room. And upgraded door hardware will ensure buyers have a positive first impression from the moment they enter your home.

REPAIRS

Continued from page 16 area. Consider sconces beside the door or an attractive overhead fixture if your door has an awning, porch or overhang.

Ground lights can accent the effect, either illuminating the pathway that leads to the door or lighting up the door itself.

Finally, take a look at the door hardware. Is the handle or knob looking rusted and shabby?

Replacing worn or dated door hardware is an easy, cost-effective way to improve the overall look of your entryway.

Anyone hoping to sell their home during warmer months can greatly enhance curb appeal by investing in these seemingly minor design elements. If you plan to stay in your house, boosting the curb appeal will make you feel even better about coming home every day to a fresh, appealing house.

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811 CR 427, Premont Nice home on 50 acres - 3 miles from town but very secluded. Owner may consider dividing acreage. Lots of wildlife.

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Residential PENDING 1105 Jefferson - 3/2 located in quiet neighborhood.

Has been painted and new floors - a diamond in the rough. Come see this home and make it yours. MLS #104508

164 Trail Ridge, Sandia - 2 story home that sits on 2 lots overlooking Lake Mathis. The lake is full and you could be enjoying it this summer with family Find more photos and friends. This home has plenty of room for everyone - 5 of these listings at bedrooms & 2 baths plus the extra lot for an RV. Call to www.southtxproperties.com see home today. MLS #104631

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4338 Hwy 44 - Alice - 3.23 acres located between Alice & San Diego. Property was being converted into an RV park.

Call to see. MLS# 104669

Land

County Road 227, Orange Grove 120 acres located off North Hwy 281, land is fenced but currently being used as farmland. No water well, septic or electric on property. MLS# 104739

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Salazar E.S.

Cactus Ave Dewey Ave

E Hill Ave

Loma St

Cuellar Park

Sea Breeze St Lucero St

Lynn

Pierce St Grace St

Tina St

Louis St

Hickey St

Zenon St Armando

Laura St

TXDOT

Pool

Garcia E.S.

X

a s ac Re

N Cameron St

10th Langford

X

Adams J.H.S.

Alto

X

E 5th St

E 6th St

Chandler St

Gibson Dr Schallert Dr Webb St

Dubose M.S.

Jim Wells Dr

Beckham

Hobbs Ave

Mary Vera

Oliver

Angelina

Anselmo St

Prado St

Virginia

Homer St

Lincoln

10th

Anderson Ave E 8th St E 7th St

E 2nd St E 1st St

Alto

Pk

Lucero

Chaparral St

Mesquite St

t St

Library

Garcia

Brewer St

Cecilia St

Violeta St

Gardenia St

Tito Ave

Hughes Ave

CR 402 Alviar St

Jenifer

N King St 9th

E 8th St

E 7th St E 6th St E 5th St

E 4th St

E 3rd St

Ball Park

Alice Tickel Dr

W 8th St

W 5th

W 6th St

Pk

W 3rd St

E 1st St

E 2nd St

Staples

Nayer Ave Nayer Ave Humble Elbano St Sidbury Ave Nueva St Kosar Ave Cabazos St Scott Ave Mora Mora St Mora

Hobbs Ave

Beckman Ave Hobbs

Rankin

Schley Ave

Dewey

Cactus Ave

Loma St

E Fron

E Main St St

E Hill Ave

Broadway St

Prospect

Madera St Lucero St

go San Die

W Main St

t St

Newberry St

Escobar St

]

Fraternal

Gloria St

Encinal St

Grayson St

Edith Dr

W 5th

W 4th St

Saenz E.S.

X

W Hill Ave

Farm St

Monterrey St

W Fron

W 1st

W 2nd

W 7th St

St Joseph St

Terrell St

Easterling

¶ CR 110

Bluebonnet St

Plymouth St

St Joseph St

W 5th St

Noonan E.S.

X

W 3rd St

W 2nd St W 1st St Chestnut

¶ DPS

Ida St

vd rial Bl Indust

N Goliad St Ave B

Ave A

Farm St

Ave C

St

Oleander Dr Palo Blanco St

Vicente

Trevino St

Esperanza Cem

¶

Hub St

Behrns St

Leigh St

F

ev elt

Ro os

CR 117 Howell Rd

CR 116 Capri Rd

Waco St

W Craig Pl Bruce St

X

Plum

Memorial M.S.

Ch e rr y St

Range St

Guerra St

County Fairgrounds

Easterling Dr

1 281 · ¶

Acapulco Cir

Alaska

Wyoming St

Oregon

W 3rd St

W 1st St

W 2nd St

W Main St

44 ! ' San Felipe St Huisache St

Vela St

Araiza St

Castillo

Guerra St Range St

Eva St

Peyton Ave

2

3

Garza St

Hernandez St

Elvira St

Consuelo St

Luera St

Schell St

N Gulf St

Dr

Magnolia

Ea ste

Waco St

Edith Dr

¶

E

Heritage

Diego

CR 114

Rodrigues St

Corina St

Perez St

Rosario St

Cristina St

Beam Station Rd

rlin gD r

S Gulf St

CR 115

Ruben's MHP

Ea st er lin g

Peter St Ke nt uc ky St

D

Rosario Ave

N Goliad St

C

Cla ri Spri ssa ngs

S Goliad St

Cre ek N Duval St

S Duval St Diana St

4 CR 112

k Cr ee

Zamora St Cardona St

Mendez St Cruz St

Pierce St Morgan St

Iglesias St Carmen St

FM 1554

Gunn St

281 · ¶

B

S Gulf St

5

6

7

8

9

CR 113

A

S Cameron St

Rayo St

tta s La

Esperanza St ....................... C6 Eva St ................................... C6 Evelyn St ............................. C6 Fairdale Dr ......................... G2 Farm St ................................ C5 Fesco Ave ............................. I5 Fifth St, E ........................... D4 Fifth St, W ........................... C4 First St, E ........................... D4 First St, W ........................... B4 Flournoy Rd ....................... H3 FM 665 ................................. I7 FM 665 aka Cecilia St ....... F7 FM 665 ................................ E6 FM 1352 .............................. F8 FM 1352 aka Cameron ..... E6 FM 1931 ............................... I7 FM 1931 aka Airport Rd . H3 FM 3376 ............................. D1 FM 3376 aka Commerce . D1 Fortune Ave ......................... I6 Fourth St, E ....................... D4 Fourth St, W ...................... D4 Foxglove St ......................... B7 Francis St ............................. C6 Franco Dr ............................ F3 Freer Pl ................................ F3 Front St, E aka SH 44 ....... E5 Front St, W aka SH 44 ..... D5 Garcia Ave .......................... E7 Gardenia St ......................... E8 Garza St ............................... B5 Gibson Dr ........................... E3 Glendale St .......................... F3 Glenwood Ave ................... E1 Gloria St ............................. D6 Goliad St, N ........................ C4 Goliad St, S ......................... C5 Gonzales St ........................ D7 Grace St ............................... F6 Grayson St .......................... E1 Gresham Rd ........................ F4 Guadalupe .......................... H5 Guadalupe St ..................... G5 Guerra St ............................. C6 Gulf St, N ............................ C4 Gulf St, S ............................. C5 Gunn St ............................... B6 Harkins Ave ......................... I5 Hartwell Rd ......................... F4 Helen Ave .......................... G2 Heritage Pl .......................... F5 Hernandez St ...................... B5 Herrera St ............................ B5 Hibiscus Ln ........................ G2 Hickey St ............................. F6 Highland Ave ..................... F2 Hill Ave, E ......................... D5 Hill Ave, W ........................ D5 Hobbs Ave ......................... D6 Homer St ............................. E1 Houston St .......................... F4 Howell Rd ........................... C1 Hub St ................................. D7 Hughes Ave ........................ E8 Huisache St ......................... B6 Ida St .................................... C5 Iglesias St ............................. B6 Industrial Blvd ................... D1 Jefferson Dr ........................ F2 Jenifer Dr ............................ F2 Jim Wells Dr ....................... E3 Johnson St, N ..................... C2 Johnson St, S ...................... C5 Josephine Dr ...................... G3 Joslin St ............................... D7 Juanita St ............................. F5 Kempe Ave ......................... C5 Kennedy Dr ........................ E3 Kentucky St ....................... D4 King St, N .......................... D3 King St, S ........................... D5 Kleberg Dr .......................... E3 Kosar Ave ........................... E7 Lalita St ................................ E6 Langford Ave ..................... E3 Lantana St ........................... E3 Las Palmas Cir .................... F1 Laura St ............................... E7 Laurel St .............................. F5 Lawrence Trl ....................... F6 Leigh St ............................... D8 Lillian Dr ............................. F6 Lincoln Dr ......................... D2 Linda Dr .............................. F6 Live Oak Dr ....................... F1 Loma St ............................... F5 Lopez St ............................... E8 Louis St ................................ F6 Lucero St ............................ D5 Lucille Dr ............................ F3 Luera St ............................... B6 Lynn St ................................ E6 Madeline Ave ...................... F2 Madera St ........................... D5 Madison Dr ......................... F2 Magnolia St ........................ D4 Main St, E .......................... D5 Main St, E aka SH 359 ...... F4 Main St, W ......................... D5 Maple St ............................... E2 Maria .................................... E7 Mariposa ............................. H3 Martin Luther King Blvd . D6 Mary Vera ............................ E7 Matt Murphy Blvd .............. I2 McMasters Rd .................... A6 Medical Center Blvd ......... H3 Mendez St ........................... A5 Mesquite St ......................... E5 Miranda St ........................... F5 MLK Blvd .......................... D6 Monterrey St ...................... D5 Montevista Dr ................... G2 Mora St ................................ E7 Morgan St ............................ A6 Morningside Dr ................. H2 Nayer Ave .......................... D6

Newberry St ....................... D6 Newell St ............................. G2 Ninth St ............................... D3 Nopal St ............................... F6 Northwood St ..................... F3 Nueva St ............................. E7 Oak St ................................. D7 Oakland Ave ...................... D3 Odilia St .............................. E7 Old Falfurrias Hwy ........... D6 Old Kingsville Rd .............. E7 Oleander Dr ....................... D3 Oliver St .............................. E7 Olmito St ............................. F5 Olmos Ave ......................... G2 Orange St ............................ C5 Oregon ................................ B4 Palo Blanco St .................... D6 Park St, N ........................... E4 Park St, S ............................. E5 Parr Dr ................................ E3 Pasadena Ave ..................... D3 Pena St ................................ E7 Pennant St .......................... C6 Perez St ............................... B6 Perry St ................................ E6 Peter St ................................ D4 Petroleum Blvd .................. H4 Peyton Ave ......................... C4 Pierce St ............................... F6 Plum St ................................ C5 Plymouth St ........................ C3 Prado St .............................. E7 Presnall St ........................... E4 Product Ave ......................... I5 Prospect St ......................... D5 Range St .............................. C6 Rankin Ave ......................... D6 Rayo St ................................ B6 Rene St ................................ C6 Reynolds St, N ................... E3 Reynolds St, S .................... E6 Rodolfo St .......................... E6 Rodrigues St ....................... A5 Roosevelt Dr ....................... F3 Rosario Ave ......................... F5 Rosario St ........................... B6 Rose Ann Dr ....................... F3 Rose Dr ................................ F3 Ross Ave ............................. E1 Ruth Cir ............................... F2 Sacremento Ave ................ D3 Sain Dr ................................. F4 Saltillo Dr ............................ B2 San Diego St ....................... D5 San Felipe St ....................... B5 San Jose ............................... G5 Santa Rosa St ...................... G2 Savage St ............................. D4 Schallert Dr ........................ E3 Schell St ............................... B7 Schley Ave .......................... E6 Scott Ave ............................ D7 Sea Breeze St ....................... F5 Second St, E ....................... D4 Second St, W ...................... B4 Seventh St, E ...................... D4 Seventh St, W ..................... D4 Shannon Dr ......................... F2 Sidbury Ave ........................ D6 Sixth St, E ........................... D4 Sixth St, W .......................... D4 Soliz St ................................. D7 Southwood St ...................... F3 Spohn Dr ............................ H4 St John ................................. D3 St Joseph St ........................ C3 St Marys St ........................... F5 Stadium Rd, N .................... F2 Stadium Rd, S .................... G4 Staples Ave ......................... D7 State Hwy 44 ....................... F4 State Hwy 44 ...................... D5 State Hwy 359 ...................... I2 State Hwy 359 aka Main ... F4 Stonegate St ......................... F6 Stonehinge St ...................... F6 Suarez St ............................. D7 Sunset Dr ............................ G2 Tenth St .............................. D3 Terrell St ............................. D3 Texas Blvd, N ..................... F4 Texas Blvd, S ...................... F7 Third St, E .......................... D4 Third St, W ......................... C4 Tickel Dr ............................. D3 Tina St .................................. F6 Tito Ave .............................. E8 Tolson ................................. H3 Tony St ................................. F7 Trevino St ........................... C6 Triangle Dr E ..................... G3 Triangle Dr N .................... G3 US Hwy 281 ....................... C5 US Hwy 281 ....................... C2 Vela St ................................. B6 Vicente St ........................... C5 Villegas St aka CR 156A .. H5 Violeta St ............................ E8 Virginia St ........................... E7 Waco St ............................... C3 Walker Dr ........................... G2 Walnut St ............................ C4 Washington Dr ................... F2 Webb St .............................. E4 Wells St ............................... D4 Willow St ............................. D7 Wilson Dr ........................... E2 Woodlawn Dr, N ............... F3 Woodlawn Dr, S ................. F4 Woodworth Dr ................... F2 Wright St, N ....................... D3 Wright St, S ........................ D5 Wyoming St ........................ B4 Zamora St ........................... A5 Zenon St ............................. E6

ALICE AREA STREET INDEX

1st St, E .............................. D4 1st St, W .............................. B4 2nd St, E ............................. D4 2nd St, W ............................. B4 3rd St, E ............................. D4 3rd St, W ............................. C4 4th St, E .............................. D4 4th St, W ............................. D4 5th St, E .............................. D4 5th St, W .............................. C4 6th St, E .............................. D4 6th St, W ............................. D4 7th St, E .............................. D4 7th St, W ............................. D4 8th St, E .............................. D3 8th St, W ............................. D3 9th St ................................... D3 10th St ................................. D3 ABC ...................................... I3 Acapulco Cir ....................... B2 Adame St ............................. E7 Adams St, N ....................... E3 Adams St, S ......................... E6 Agarito Ave ........................ G3 Akard St ............................... E1 Alaska St .............................. B4 Alice Regional Blvd ............ I3 Almond St, N ..................... E4 Almond St, S ....................... E6 Alta Vista Ave ................... G2 Alto St .................................. E5 Alviar St ............................... E8 Anderson Ave .................... E3 Anderson Dr ...................... E3 Andrea St ............................. E7 Angelina St .......................... E8 Anselmo St .......................... E7 Apple St ............................... C5 Araiza St .............................. B6 Aransas St, N ..................... D3 Aransas St, S ...................... D3 Arcadia Dr .......................... F1 Arlington St ........................ F4 Armando St ......................... E6 Ave A ................................... C5 Ave B ................................... C5 Ave C ................................... C5 Beam Station Rd ................ B6 Beckham Ave .................... D6 Behrns St ............................ D8 Belmont St .......................... F4 Bluebonnet St ..................... C3 Brewer St ............................. E7 Broadway St ....................... D5 Bruce St ............................... C4 Buffalo St ............................ F5 Burnie Cir ............................ F2 Cabazos St ........................... E7 Cactus Ave .......................... F5 Caleta Cir ............................ G2 Cameron St, N ................... E2 Cameron St, S ..................... E8 Capri Rd .............................. C2 Cardona St .......................... A5 Carla Cove .......................... F6 Carla St ................................ F5 Carlos Trl ............................ F6 Carmen St ........................... B6 Caroline Ave ...................... G2 Carver St ............................. D6 Castillo St ............................ C6 Catherine Dr ....................... F3 Cecilia St ............................. D7 Cecilia St aka FM 665 ....... F7 Cenesia Ave ....................... G3 Chandler St ......................... E4 Chaparral St ........................ E5 Cherry St ............................. C5 Chestnut St ......................... C4 Clare Dr .............................. G2 Clarice Ave ......................... G2 Clarissa Springs .................. F6 Cobblestone St ................... F6 College St ............................ C4 Commerce Rd ................... D1 Consuelo St ......................... B6 Corazan St ........................... F1 Corina St .............................. B5 Country Club Rd ................ I2 Coyote Trl .......................... G3 CR 109 ................................. B2 CR 110 ................................. C2 CR 111 ................................. C1 CR 112 ................................. A4 CR 113 ................................. A4 CR 117 ................................. C1 CR 129 ................................. B8 CR 156A aka Villegas St .. H5 CR 343 ................................ H3 CR 344 .................................. I6 CR 382 .................................. I8 CR 383 .................................. I8 CR 402 ................................. E8 CR 3412 ................................ I4 Craig Pl, W .......................... C4 Cristina St ............................ B6 Cruz St ................................. A5 Cynthia Dr .......................... F6 Delwood Ln ....................... G2 Dewey Ave .......................... F6 Diana St ............................... B6 Dickey Ave ......................... E4 Dolores Dr .......................... F3 Dr N W Atkinson Blvd ... H2 Du Bois St ........................... E5 Duval St, N ......................... C4 Duval St, S .......................... C5 Easterling Dr ..................... D3 Ebony Cir ............................ F1 Edith Dr ............................. D2 Eighth St, E ....................... D3 Eighth St, W ...................... D3 Elbano St ............................. E6 Elvira St ............................... B6 Encinal St ........................... D6 Encino Ave ........................ G3 Energy Ave .......................... I5 Escobar St .......................... D6 CR 129

Pennant St

Evelyn St

Foxglove St

S Johnson St

S Reynolds St

Lopez

Tony St

FM

52 13

31 CR 382

Historic Home for Sale 607 E. Seventh St. - Viewing by appt. only.

Located in the heart of Alice, this Colonial-style, approximate 3,600 sq. ft. home features 3BR, 2-1/2 baths, 2 living areas, dining room, laundry room (upstairs), office and galley-style kitchen with new cabinets and appliances (negotiable). Updates made to electrical, plumbing and AC. Features additional 2,200 sq. ft. (approximate) home separated as two units perfect for apartment rental income or homebased business, and small workshop. Pool on property as well, in need of some repair. Located on 5 city lots, about 1 acre, this historic home was built by the McGill family in about 1939. Features a wireless alarm system. This property is an amazing dream home and priced to sell at $249,000.

Call Brandon Torres at 701-5810 to view this home.