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Coldwell Banker REALTORS® Cell: (806) 787-4471, Office: (806) 784-3233 gary.owen@coldwellbanker.com Where did you grow up? I went through elementary school in Pampa, TX. I went through middle school and high school in Amarillo, graduating from Amarillo High School. Therefore, I call Amarillo home. Why do you live in the Lubbock area? What do you like most about it? I came to Lubbock to attend Texas Tech. When I graduated, I liked Lubbock so much I decided to stay. I like that Lubbock has a lot of the “big city” amenities without all the “big city” hassle, making it a great place to raise a family. I also like the unifying dimension that Texas Tech brings to the community along with the academic, arts and athletic opportunities it provides to the citizens of Lubbock. How long have you worked in real estate? I’ve worked in real estate 6½ years. What did you do before that? My original background is in education. I was a band director the first 6 years after graduating from Texas Tech. I’ve been in sales and marketing for the 14 years since I
less than it’s worth or get into a dispute with a builder because they handled the transaction on their own. What do you see in the future for real estate sales? I believe our current market is the new “normal.” Those waiting for the real estate market to “come back” will be severely disappointed. Barring a major economic melt-down, I believe the Lubbock market will continue to see prices hold fairly steady for the foreseeable future. Buyer preferences will continue to be for updated, move-in ready homes putting pricing pressure on the home sellers who have homes that need updating.
left the education field. What designations do you have? I hold the following designations: ABR® – Accredited Buyer Representative, ASR® – Accredited Seller Representative, CNS™ – Certified Negotiation Specialist, CRS® – Certified Residential Specialist, GRI – Graduate REALTOR® Institute, A-REO® - Accredited REO Agent, and Certified Relocation Agent. I’m passionate about education and being highly skilled so that my clients can feel comfortable they are working with a full-time professional who will take great care of their real estate needs. What is your specialty? I specialize in residential real estate, including single family homes, new construction, foreclosure properties, investment properties and multi-family residences. What are the most challenging and the most gratifying aspects of what you do? The most challenging part is managing all the different people and entities involved in the real estate transaction. There are a lot of pieces of the puzzle that have to
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come together for a successful transaction. The most gratifying part is helping people through some of the most stressful life transitions as they sell and buy homes. What tips do you have for someone looking to
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buy or sell a home? The #1 tip I can give someone is to make sure they are professionally represented by a highly-skilled agent. It’s frustrating as a real estate expert to watch people get into legal trouble, over-pay for a home, sell a home for
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This week’s Featured Home, sponsored by the West Texas Home Builders Association in cooperation with the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal, is a 1920s design built by Johnny Mosser Custom Homes and designed by architect Dan Masters. The home is located at 4418 103rd Street in the Lakeridge South addition and will be featured in the Lakeridge Builder’s Showcase, coming this summer. This single story home has a gross square footage of 5,677 feet, with a total living area of 3,664 square feet. The brick home features large front and back porches, with extended exposed overhangs, complete with decorative wood trim, thus creating an aesthetic look for superior curb appeal. As you enter the home through the generous foyer, which features a Groin vault ceiling, you enter the family room. A large fireplace and a ceiling with trimmed beams and a 12’6” ceiling make this a room any family can enjoy. The kitchen has a large island, butler’s pantry, breakfast area, and a huge walk-in pantry, complete with its own appliance bar. Granite countertops are featured throughout the home, including the utility room and powder bath. The master suite includes more of the trimmed beams and high ceilings and an excellent view of the backyard. There you will find an outdoor fireplace to enjoy on those chilly nights. The master bath has his and her vanities, garden tub, large walk-in shower with rain can, and a huge closet, for the pampered lady. The guest quarter has its own private bath and wood floors, with a view of the lovely front porch. This is a perfect retreat for the family and friends in for a visit, or could be used for the private office space needed in your home. There are three additional bedrooms, each with their own bathrooms, making this a great home for any family. Other features of this home are a basement and a three-car garage; one garage is detached. There is lots of storage space, and the home will be ready this spring. This plan is available for viewing and there is still time for color selections. The selling price of the home is $469,500. If interested in learning more, please contact Johnny Mosser at 806-773-8888, a member of the West Texas Home Builders Association.
New-home production rises 9.3 percent in November Production of new single-family homes and apartments rose 9.3 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 685,000 units in November, according to figures released by the U.S. Commerce Department today. This marks the fastest pace of housing starts since October of 2008. “While we still have a long way to go back to normal, the latest numbers are one more indication that housing is slowly turning the corner,” said Bob Nielsen, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a home builder from Reno, Nev. “In scattered markets across the country, buyers who have long sat on the sidelines are starting to take advantage of today’s very attractive prices and interest rates, while others are making the move to a new apartment. This nascent trend would be stronger if not for the very restrictive lending environment that continues for both building and buying new homes.” “Along with recent gains that have been registered in builder confidence and other economic measures, the improvement in new-home production and permitting shown in this latest report provides further evidence of the gradual strengthening that we expected to see in housing markets to-
ward the end of the year,” said NAHB Chief Economist David Crowe. “We anticipate continued, slow improvement in housing starts and sales through 2012.” The 9.3 percent gain in combined starts activity resulted from improvements in both the single- and multifamily sectors in November. Single-family starts posted a 2.3 percent gain to a 447,000-unit pace, which was their fastest rate since June of 2011. Meanwhile, the more volatile multifamily side surged 25.3 percent to a 238,000-unit pace – the fastest since September 2008. Combined housing starts were up in three out of four regions in November, with the Northeast posting the biggest gain of 53.8 percent, the West posting a 22.6 percent increase and the South registering a 4.1 percent gain. The Midwest had exception to the rule, with an 18.2 percent decline. Permit issuance, which can be an indicator of future building activity, rose 5.7 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 681,000 units in November – the best pace since March of 2010. Single-family permits rose 1.6 percent to 435,000 units while multifamily permits rose 13.9 percent to 246,000 units, which was their strongest pace since October of 2008.
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(ARA) – Just about every child wishes for a dream bedroom, but it takes inspiration to transform four white walls into a fairytale princess room or tree house hideaway. Fortunately, you don’t have to be an interior designer or skilled craftsman to become a hero. A little family compromising, combined with some simple painting techniques, can go a long way in creating a fun, personalized design that kids love – and parents can live with over time.
Choose Kid-Friendly Colors Paint is one of the easiest and most dramatic ways to transform a room. Start by choosing a color scheme that appeals to your child’s interests. There’s a wide array of colors and creative design ideas that appeal to kids. One option is the Kids’ Colors collections at Sherwin-Williams stores, which offer four color-coordinated palettes, paired with easy instruction guides, for creating delightful, age-appropriate designs. In all, the 120 professionally
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Easy ways to create a dream bedroom for your child selected colors fall into four age groups, from infants to teenagers, with color schemes that can be adapted as the child grows. The techniques are as endless as your imagination. Try adding whimsical polka dots to a girl’s room, create a checkerboard effect for an avid chess player, or paint a faux race car track that zooms around the bedroom wall, across the floor and back up the wall again, for a young sports enthusiast. More design inspiration is available at www.fisher-price.com. Using instructions and a few simple tools such as painters’ tape, mini-rollers and a tape measure, you can confidently add visual interest and make even a simple room look incredibly special. Visit www.sherwin-williams. com/do_it_yourself.
at more than 3,300 Sherwin-Williams stores nationwide, includes hues that have been hand-selected by color experts to help tie a nursery design together. To round out the baby’s room, try adding rugs, accessories or draperies that pick up the colors used on the walls and in the bedding patterns. Choose Bedroom Furniture That Will Endure Select furniture that can transition to a new bedroom design
as your child grows older. For example, with just a change of pillows, a nursery rocker can become part of a cozy reading nook later for a kid who loves to curl up and read alone. Bunk beds that serve as a pretend fort now can become traditional twin beds later. Even a frilly canopy bed can become a grown-up four-poster later by simply removing the canopy framework and fabric cover. Just a little imagination, you can create a dream bedroom that grows with your child.
Create Storage To Complement The Design Keep your child’s bedroom beautiful by incorporating storage elements that will blend with your design and help keep the space clutter-free. For example, try adding a bed skirt to hide a couple of slide-out storage containers for organizing anything from small toys to multiple pairs of tennis shoes. Place woven baskets around the room to create attractive storage in plain sight. These organizational elements can work well in rooms for kids of any age.
Paint is one of the easiest and most dramatic ways to transform a plain bedroom into a child’s dream room. Start by choosing a kid-friendly color scheme that appeals to your child’s interests.
Coordinate Colors With Patterns The nursery is another room that lends itself to the dreams of both little ones and their parents. One way to create a cohesive design is to match paint colors with the patterns in baby bedding fashions. For example, a collection of Sherwin-Williams colors is available to coordinate with popular patterns from the Fisher-Price Baby Gear line of bassinets, baby seats, play yards and other nursery items. The palette, available
Using a few simple tools, you can confidently add visual interest and make even a simple room look incredibly special. Fill the room with durable furniture that can change with your child, such as a canopy bed which can be restyled later.
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room, three bath, and 2-car garage home is a must see. It’s loaded with crown and trim, cased windows, wainscotting, an amazing kitchen, gorgeous cabinetry, a walnut island, a huge pantry, and two large family rooms. There is lots of land1. 3812 109th Street is a fabulous new scaping, with big porches and large trees. construction in Orchard Park. This 4,000 The home has soft water, recirculating square foot home has two isolated master hot water, and lots of extras. It is located suites, along with so many other ameniat 11502 Topeka Avenue. ties one finds in a Mike Thoma Construc- MLS# 9978380 tion. There are three bedrooms and three full bathrooms. MLS# 9973693 4. Vacation every day in this lovely custom built home in Ransom Canyon. 2. Fabulous, luxury country living close Beauty surrounds you in this spacious to the city awaits you at 5019 County three bedroom, three bath, and two car Road 7500. This large 4,420 square foot garage home. Features include a beautihome sits on 1.35 acres, has a circular ful in-ground heated pool and hot tub, drive, two fireplaces, 20’ ceilings with plus a large patio area and additional crown molding, beamed ceilings, two yard area with a gazebo. This home has living areas and two eating areas, an two living areas and two dining areas office, basement, gourmet kitchen with with built-in server. The location across stainless appliances, an island, breakfast from the meadow with unobstructed bar, built-in refrigerator, and a three car views makes this perfect! This $219,500 garage. The master suite boasts its own home is located at 44 W Lake Shore and garden patio and fireplace. is 2,677 square feet. MLS# 9979560 MLS# 9977835 3. This is a beautiful 2,607 square foot 5. Every detail of this beautiful house home in Vintage Township. This four bed- is simply outstanding – it’s definitely a
must-see home! A great floorplan with three bedrooms, three baths, tile floors and plantation shutters gives the owner a nice spacious feel. In the back, enjoy a gorgeous patio behind an all-brick fence that’s perfect for entertaining. This home is located at 10106 Peoria Avenue and is 2,413 square feet. MLS# 9976952 6. This is a very nice four bedroom home in Suncrest. The isolated large master bedroom has a sitting area or computer area, a large master bath with a separate tub and shower, and a walkaround closet. The three other bedrooms on front side of house have a variation in ceiling designs. There are two dining areas, a living area with a fireplace, and you have access to the patio from the master bedroom, as well as the breakfast area. Located at 4506 109th Street, this 2,086 square foot home is awaiting its new owner. MLS# 9978577 For more information and additional photos, including pictures of the interiors, for these and other homes in Lubbock and surrounding communities, please visit homes.lubbockonline.com and enter in the MLS# provided.
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Simplify your life with gadgets for the home (ARA) – Nowadays, our lives are more hectic than ever. But you can pare back your to-do list with some innovative products that make household tasks a little bit easier. • Skip the morning visit to your neighborhood cafe and brew the perfect cup of coffee at home. Making a pot of coffee takes extra work – grinding beans, measuring grinds and water, brewing and eventually cleaning the pot – and there’s often extra coffee that goes to waste. Automatic, single serve coffee machines make it easy to enjoy a fresh cup of coffee, tea or other warm beverage with very little effort. • Universal remotes are no longer just for the home entertainment system. Newer remotes enable total control of the various
electronics throughout your home. Ranging from simple to sophisticated, universal remotes can control your lighting, thermostat, security system, pool and more. Verve Living Systems, for example, offers a control-
ler that provides you with the option of programming up to 10 combinations of controls for lighting and temperature, making it easier to save energy. • Even in the bathroom, gadgets such as electronic
toothbrushes and razors make grooming simple and efficient. Earlier this year, Delta Faucet launched Touch2O.xt Technology on bathroom faucets, which enables you to activate the flow of water with a simple tap anywhere on the spout or handle. The technology also features a sensing field around the entire faucet for entirely hands-free activation. The hands-free mode makes it easier to conserve water during quick tasks, such as brushing your teeth or washing your hands, because the faucet will automatically shut off when hands are removed from the sensing field. “Our research and development team conducts extensive research during product development, examining ways in which people interact with their
faucets,” says Ali McKinney, product manager at Delta Faucet. “This technology provides a cleaner, more efficient way to work with water.” • Who says you need electronics to have a high-tech experience? Updates to the shower can be intimidating, but adding a handshower can provide greater functionality and an improved experience and doesn’t have to be a hassle. The In2ition two-in-one shower, also from Delta Faucet, offers the ability to enjoy water from the showerhead, integrated handshower or both at once for water exactly where you want it and flexibility to accomplish other tasks, such as bathing children, washing pets or cleaning the shower. Plus, installing the In2ition is no more complicated than
switching out a standard showerhead. • Almost every personal device doubles as a camera these days, but who has wall space for all those framed photos? A digital picture frame makes it easier to keep the photos around your home up-todate and saves the time and money you would spend ordering and printing new photos. Even more, you can upload hundreds of pictures and set the frame to rotate the images on a slideshow. The latest digital picture frames have a range of style options, memory and fun image-sharing features. Whatever your need, there’s likely a product, technology or application that can help turn even the most mundane everyday tasks into easy and enjoyable experiences.
Top home decor trends for 2012 (ARA) – From warm woods and creative colors to memorable murals and tailored textures, interior designers and industry experts predict 2012 will offer a multitude of options for those interested in giving their homes a fresh look. Even better for today’s cost-conscious consumers is that many of the trends are easy and inexpensive. The Facts About Furniture According to Emmy Awardwinning home design expert, author and TV/radio personality Christopher Lowell, upholstered furniture coverings are being driven more by texture and less by prints. Yesterday’s bulky, stationary pit sofa will be replaced by lower backs and seats along with smaller “footprint” pieces clustered into conversation groups for more flexibility and ease of interaction. Stacy Garcia of Stacy Garcia Design Studio sees a movement of woods from very dark mahogany and espresso to lighter and mid-toned woods, with raw, natural walnut, cherry and white oak being especially prevalent. Make a Statement For homeowners interested in adding life and personality to a bedroom, living room, family room or office, a decorative wall mural is a quick, cost-effective way to go, explains Todd Imholte, president of Murals Your Way, whose products have been featured on the TODAY show, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, Divine Design, Man Caves and Moving Up. With 25 mural categories including Disney, famous artwork, cities and cityscapes, nature, and sports, as well as the ability to create murals from favorite photos, the choices are virtually unlimited. The company also recently launched a repositionable wallpaper line. The Right Touch According to Lori Dennis, interior designer, author and upcoming star of HGTV’s new show “The Real Designing Women,” next year’s textures and fabrics will include iridescent metallic woven within fabric; strong patterns and bold prints; modern floral; tailored woven fabrics like tweed, herringbone, plaid and houndstooth; velvet/velour, sumptuous dupioni silk, and faux fur. Natural
fibers such as bamboo, jute, eucalyptus, cotton, silk, wool and cork will remain popular, adds DeAnna Radaj of Bante Design LLC. A Splash of Color Deborah Wecselman of DWD Inc. suggests starting with neutral hues of taupe, beige, cream, grey, black and white, and then adding unexpected pops of color with bold accessories from bright yellow paintings to royal blue vases. Dennis echoes this vibrant color spectrum, with rich jewel tones like emerald, amethyst, sapphire, ruby, garnet and citrine along with deep teal, fuchsia, honeysuckle, coffee and gold. Light Up Your Life According to Bradburn design team manager Martin Lucki, lighting options will include linen shades with clean tailored lines and a play toward texture. Lamp bodies will be made of carved reclaimed woods deftly finished in soft, neutral tones that showcase the natural wood grain. Beverly Hills designer Christopher Grubb of Arch-Interiors Design Group, who considers decorative lighting “the piece of jewelry in a room,” recommends architectural sconces for applying makeup or shaving to avoid the shadows cast by overhead lighting. Please Tread on Me Kitchen designer/blogger Susan Serra sees a renewed interest in woven or knotted textures on rugs with “back to basics” motifs that harken back to simpler times. These rugs are easy and cheer-
ful to live with, make a design statement, and serve as interesting foundations for rooms with upholstered or casework furnishings most often seen in neutral colors. Lowell also sees a trend toward investment area rugs on tiled floors or those resurfaced with wood or faux wood veneers for better wear and tear and a greater perceived home value. Decorating on a Dime According to artist/designer/ author Pablo Solomon, people will continue to look for unique, cost-effective ways to improve their homes. They’ll buy and restore secondhand furniture, swap artwork and accessories with friends, and use yard sale proceeds to purchase new items for their homes. Consignment stores and estate sales will be hot in 2012, adds best-selling author and home design expert Lauri Ward of Redecorate.com, with people discovering the benefits of buying older, distressed pieces that are well made and affordable. Chairs and sofas that can be reupholstered or slipcovered, and cabinets for storage, will be sought for their quality as well as the aesthetic interest they add to modern rooms.
DESIGNERS PREDICT HOME TRENDS FOR 2012 will include individual furniture pieces with lower backs and seats, eye-catching wallpapers and murals, and a renewed interest in vintage pieces, such as decorative lamps.
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Best investment? Realtors® say exterior projects When it comes to remodeling, exterior replacement projects have routinely rewarded homeowners with more bang for their buck. This year is no different, as Realtors® recently rated many exterior improvements as among the most valuable home investment projects as part of the 2011-12 Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report. “This year’s Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report shows the value of putting your home’s best façade forward, so to speak,” said National Association of Realtors® President Moe Veissi, broker-owner of Veissi & Associates Inc., in Miami. “Inexpensive exterior replaceVEISSI ment projects are not only crucial to a home’s regular upkeep, but are also expected to recoup close to 70 percent of costs. Specific exterior projects such as siding, window and door replacements are part of regular home maintenance, so many homeowners are already undertaking them. These projects also do not require expensive materials and they have the added bonus of instantly adding curb appeal.” HouseLogic.com, NAR’s consumer website, includes dozens of
remodeling projects, from kitchens and baths to siding replacements, which indicate the recouped value of the project based on a national average. According to the Cost vs. Value, seven of the top 10 most cost-effective projects nationally in terms of value recouped are exterior replacement projects. Realtors® judged an upscale fibercement siding replacement as the project expected to return the most money, with an estimated 78 percent of costs recouped upon resale. Two additional siding replacement projects were in the top 10, including foam-backed vinyl siding, expected to return 69.6 percent of costs, and upscale vinyl siding, expected to recoup 69.5 percent of costs. Three door replacements were also among the top exterior replacement projects. The steel entry door replacement is the least expensive project in the report, costing little more than $1,200 on average and expected to recoup 73 percent of costs. The upscale garage door replacement jumped seven spots to number six this year, primarily due to the average cost of the
Cost vs. Value Report identifies exterior improvements as tops in investment return project declining more than 15 percent nationally. The upscale and midrange garage door replacement projects are expected to return more than 71 percent of costs. One window replacement project – upscale vinyl – rounded out the last exterior replacement project in the top 10, expected to recoup 69.1 percent of costs. The 2011-12 Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report compares construction costs with resale values for 35 midrange and upscale remodeling projects comprising additions, remodels and replacements in 80 markets across the country. Data are grouped in nine U.S. regions, following the divisions established by the U.S. Census Bureau. This is the 14th consecutive year that the report, which is produced by Remodeling magazine publisher Hanley Wood, LLC, was completed in cooperation with NAR. Realtors® provided their insight into local markets and buyer home preferences within those
markets. Overall, Realtors® estimated that homeowners would recoup an average of 57.7 percent of their investment in 35 different improvement projects, down from an average of 60 percent last year. Due to a weak economy, high unemployment in the construction industry and the increasing cost of materials, the price of remodeling projects have risen, leaving many homeowners hesitant to tackle projects or encouraging them to scale back on their plans. Three interior remodeling projects are also considered worthwhile investments. A midrange attic bedroom is expected to return 72.5 percent of costs upon resale; of all the projects in the report, it is the least expensive way to add a bedroom and bathroom within a home’s existing footprint. A minor kitchen remodel, expected to return 72.1 percent of costs, is fourth overall, ranking two places higher than last year. Nationally, the average cost for the project is just under $20,000 and is the
least expensive way to give an existing kitchen a complete facelift. A wood deck addition, landing at number seven overall, is expected to recoup 70.1 percent of costs. Improvement projects that are expected to return the least are a sunroom addition and a home office remodel, both estimated to recoup less than 46 percent of costs. “Resale value is just one factor among many that homeowners need to take into account when making a decision to remodel,” said Veissi. “The desirability and resale value of particular remodeling projects also varies by region and metropolitan area. A Realtor® can help homeowners decide what low-cost improvement projects will provide the most upon resale in a particular market.” Results of the report are summarized on HouseLogic.com. To read the full project descriptions and access national and regional project data, visit www.costvsvalue.com.
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Agents Leslie Smith, Jan Alexander join RE/MAX Lubbock Leslie Smith and Jan Alexander, real estate professionals in Lubbock, have joined RE/MAX Lubbock. Leslie Smith has been in the real estate industry for more than four years. She is a member of the National Association of Realtors, Texas Association of Realtors, and Lubbock Association of Realtors. She holds the Graduate Realtor Institute SMITH (GRI) designation. She also holds certificates in Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource (SFR) and Texas Afford-
able Housing Specialist (TAHS). A consistent million dollar producer, Leslie is active in church, enjoys gardening, and spending time with family and friends. “I chose to move to RE/MAX because of the reputation for integrity and a proven winning team,” said Leslie. “They inspire true teamwork and are a strong name in real estate. I am excited to be here.” Jan Alexander has an extensive background in residential real estate and has been in the real estate industry
Frenship ISD and Lubbock ISD for more than six years. She is a for a total of 11 years. She has a member of the National Assobachelor’s degree and master’s ciation of Realtors, Texas Assodegree from Texas Tech Univerciation of Realtors, and Lubbock sity. She is married to Association of Realtors. Steve Alexander and She holds a GRI desigthey have three grown nation, a Seniors Real children. Estate Specialist desig“We are truly fornation and an Accredtunate to have Leslie ited Seller’s Represenand Jan join us here tative designation. She at RE/MAX Lubis also licensed as a real bock,” said Director of estate broker in Texas. Career Development A consistent multiNancy Rawls. “RE/ million dollar producer, ALEXANDER MAX Lubbock offers Jan is active in church its associates unparaland other community events. Before becoming a Realtor leled career growth and lifelong learning opportunities that no in 2005, Jan was an educator in
other real estate firm can offer. We know that both Leslie and Jan will be a great fit and that it is our customers who will truly benefit from their joining us.” You can reach Leslie Smith at 806-441-3352 or email her at lesliesmith@remaxlubbock.com. To reach Jan Alexander, please call (806)789-9325 or email her at janalexander@remaxlubbock.com. RE/MAX Lubbock is located at 4703 S. Loop 289. For more information on how you can join RE/MAX Lubbock, contact Nancy Rawls at 806-789-9056. Learn more about RE/MAX Lubbock from their Web site, www.remaxlubbock.com.
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