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A Publication of the Granbury Association of REALTORS NOVEMBER 2012
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Country gem on 20 acres, warm & inviting atmosphere, open floor plan + RV hookups.
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Great garden home, conveniently located, impressive design, spacious closets & more.
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Absolutely gorgeous home, 180’ of water, boat dock, inviting atmosphere inside & out!
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Impeccably maintained home, gated community, large living, light & bright eat-in kitchen.
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Spacious open concept, oversized bdrms, concrete floors, top notch finishes, built-ins.
Offered at $330,000
7+acre country setting, rustic & tasteful, faux finishes, spacious floor plan, saltwater pool.
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Two-story cottage on corner lot, well-maintained, covered RV parking w/ hookups.
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Open concept, large kitchen, lots of upgrades, built-ins thruout, porch & landscaping.
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Walk-out waterfront getaway, great views, heavily treed, 2,004 sqft, boat dock & more.
Offered at $319,900
Luxurious mainbody lake home, stunning views, excellent entertaining space w/ pool.
Huge kitchen, large comfortable rooms, tons of storage, screened porch, custom upgrades.
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Offered at $870,000 Luxurious custom home, mainbody lake, very well appointed, open design, pool, large dock.
Superior Lakefront Retreat in Laguna Tres. 3 bedroom 2 bath near main body.
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Family sized luxury home, 4001 sqft, versatile floor plan, huge study, outdoor kitchen, dock.
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Aviation property! Large home with attached airplane hanger & apartment, RV parking.
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204-PECAN PLANTATION 2+ ACRES! Bring your horse or just enjoy the privacy of this equestrian lot. Custom home, just under 3000 sq.ft., 3 bd., 3 bath, study, plus exercise room & 3 full car garage. Large covered patio, well landscaped yard, beautiful trees. Quality through-out! $349,900 MLS# 11796390 211-LIKE NEW WELL CARED FOR 2/2/2 PATIO HOME ON CUL-DESAC! Convenient location, open concept living/dining. Wood floors in living, beautiful kitchen with island and breakfast bar - appliances included. Split bedrooms. Landscaped, fenced, sprinkler system, covered patio. $133,000 MLS# 11844841
277-NEW LISTING, PECAN PLANTATION! Custom home, built 2006, over 2800 sq.ft. 2 spacious living areas, 3 bedrooms, study, 3 & half baths. New wood floors, stone fireplace, fantastic kitchen with granite. Large well landscaped yard, pecan trees, incredible outdoor kitchen and entertaining area. $339,500 MLS# 11825895 281-PECAN PLANTATION! Plenty of room for your family. 3 large bedrooms, study, 2nd living area, great floor plan, divided bedrooms. Large covered patio for entertaining, well landscaped fenced yard, sprinkler system. Large kitchen with granite, formal dining, beautifully decorated. $229,900 MLS# 11748753 419-WATERFRONT HOME, WATERS EDGE! Recently updated, wood floors, granite kitchen tops, new paint. Great floorplan, 2 living areas, beautiful master suite, sun room, great view of lake. Boat dock, well landscaped lawn. $309,500 MLS# 11829067
807-MOUNTAIN LAKES! Peaceful setting on 2 acres, nice trees, large deck, above ground pool & workshop. Spacious 3/2/2, large open living room, 2nd living area could be formal dining. Great kitchen with granite, screened in porch. Access to private lakes, pool, club house. $214,900 MLS# 11794234 810-COUNTRY ESTATE! 25 Acres, custom 4/3½/3 brick and stone home. Hardwood floors, incredible kitchen w/ granite, breakfast bar, island, stone cooking area. Huge master suite, quality workmanship. Pool, porte-cochere, 30X50 workshop, RV storage. Fantastic view, large oak trees, great coastal. $715,000 MLS#11837388
208-GREAT 4 BEDROOM NEW CONSTRUCTION! Open concept, custom kitchen with granite & stainless steel. Split bedrooms. Separate shower & tub in master. Numerous upgrades! Brick/stone exterior. On Fort Worth side of Granbury. $174,900 MLS# 11813740
230-HUGE GOLF COURSE HOME IN GATED COMMUNITY! Located on 12th fairway. Room for everyone! 5 bedrooms, 3½ baths. Large open living/dining/kitchen. Separate game room/office. Large backyard with GREAT views! Make Offer! $159,900 MLS# 11769015
299-PANORAMIC VIEWS FROM THIS LIKE-NEW 2BD/1BA DOLLHOUSE!! Updates throughout include living, kitchen, bedrooms, & bath (flooring, paint, plumbing, electrical & MORE) carport. Balcony off 2nd level. Private location in gated subdivision with security, pool & LAKE ACCESS! $59,900 MLS# 11824951
901-4/2/2 BEAUTIFUL GUNITE POOL & CABANA ON FT WORTH SIDE! Very nice 4 bedroom, 2 living areas, formal dining. Large kitchen with island bar. Approximately 1/2 acre, beautiful trees, covered porch, huge covered deck. 15X11 shop, 14X10 storage & MUCH MORE! $89,500 MLS# 11778608
424-GORGEOUS RIVERFRONT! 4bd/3ba with formal dining, 2 living areas, soaring stone fireplace. Beautiful views from living, kitchen, family room & breakfast areas. Tons of updates. Security, golf, tennis, clubhouse! ENJOY IT ALL! $319,900 MLS# 11819721
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A Great Place for You...and for Mom and Dad, too! Waterview offers everything you have been looking for. A lakefront property, custom-built homes, pool, clubhouse and dining options await you at The Vista’s Edge at Waterview. On site are state-ofthe-art Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care communities that include spacious apartments, many floor plans from which to choose, chef-prepared dining, and fitness and wellness classes. You can keep your independence in your own home, and know that Mom and Dad are close by, receiving the care and attention they deserve. Stop by today to view our homes. We know you’ll fall in love with the indoor and outdoor fireplaces, views over Lake Granbury, beautiful kitchens and detailed woodwork. And while you’re here, take a look at our communities to see what Mom and Dad could be enjoying as well.
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245-IF YOU NEED A LITTLE LAND AND YOU LIKE GOING TO LAKE PAT CLEBURNE this could be the one for you. This 3bd, 2ba brick needs a lot of work but will make a great starter home for some lucky family. $41,000 MLS# 11850495
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407-GREAT WEEKENDER 20X21 Covered deck, boat slip, new foundation, steel piers in 2009, new roof 2008, close to stores, shopping & the historic town square. A polished jewel just waiting for you. $129,900 MLS# 11771637
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250-SPACIOUS 4 BEDROOM 2½ BATHS IN SOUTH GROVE. Close to shopping and dining. Nice floor plan, large living with beamed ceilings, wall of windows, brick fireplace & wet bar. Country kitchen with breakfast bar. Large fenced back yard. Price reduced to $149,900 MLS# 11767005
Jeff Alexander 423-WATERFRONT IN EXCLUSIVE HARBOR LAKES. 3 bedrooms, 4 baths, game room, double boat dock with lifts, covered outdoor kitchen with granite counter tops, saltwater pool and heated spa. Lots of extras. $479,900 MLS# 11830767
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914-OVERSIZED DOUBLEWIDE LOCATED ON 2 LOTS. Very roomy with 2 living areas, 2 dining areas, great kitchen with tons of cabinets & spacious work area. Separate utility room. Clean & ready for the lucky family. $67,900 MLS# 11635328
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219-GORGEOUS GOLF COURSE HOME ON 16TH FAIRWAY. 3 bedroom, 2 bath with a sun room. Open floor plan, second living area, formal dining. Completely updated home. Fireplace in the family room. Sprinkler system. Great views. $214,000 MLS# 11815918 224-PECAN PLANTATION! OUTSTANDING HOME ON THE GOLF COURSE, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Open floor plan close to clubhouses. Elegant granite counter tops, split bedrooms, walk-in closets, gas logs, sprinkler system. Plenty of trees. What a view! $162,000 MLS# 11798835
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#221 The Peninsula 4/4/3 Stunning architecture & impeccable finishes, quality construction & fixtures. Perfect combination of taste & sophistication. $995,000
#109 Kaylinda 3/2/0 Close to square,secluded and private. Unique with lots of updates. Fireplace, Cathedral ceiling, Skylight, Large second family room $125,000
#280 Pecan Plantation 3/2.5/3 Airpark custom home by Steve Miller. Gated golf course community, horse stables, marina, lake access, etc. $369,921
#127 Waters Edge 3/3/2 Wonderful home in an amazing subdivision. Waterfront. All that’s missing is you! $349,500
#108 Hills Of Bear Creek 3/2.5/3 Estate On 2 Acres. Mature Trees. Open Floor Plan, Split Beds & Tons of Windows $358,900 Reduced
#122 Bentwater 3/2/2 Breathtaking view over the private pond out to view of Lake Granbury from covered back porch $240,000 Reduced
#135 Pecan Plantation 5/4/2 Spacious home on corner lot. Lots of room for family. Large fenced yard with inground pool! $230,000
#446 Pecan Plantation 4/3/3 Two story river front home. Deep river with view from most rooms. Open concept, & spacious kitchen $342,000
#156 De Cordova Hills 3/3/2 Excellent location on 2.5 acres with small vineyard and room for farm living! $219,000
#653 Port Ridglea East 3/2/0 Charming mobile. Updated kitchen and bathrooms. 2 Storage buildings. RV parking $132,500
#692 Port Ridglea East 3/2/0 Awesome Property on Canal. 3 Boat Docks, Boat house. Covered Patio. Hot Tub. $134,999 – Reduced
#652 Port Ridglea East 3/2/0 Affordable Lake Living. New fixtures. 2 living areas. Family Room with fireplace Awesome Master. $139,900
#695 Eastwood Village 3/2/0 Oak Creek home on extra large lot. Landscaped and fenced. Home features large rooms, breakfast bar, and many extras. quiet neighborhood. $97,000
#710 Acreage - Beautiful hilltop overlooking large valley. Newly dug tank. Scattered large trees. Deep Trinity water well, Aerobic Septic, Electricity on property. $375,000 – Reduced
#215 Waters Edge 4/3.5/2 An amazing lake house with room for all! Wood floors, granite countertops and a game room for entertaining. $389,900 – Reduced
#406 Pecan Estates 4/3/2 Amazing Property with Guest House. Barn-workshop or 3 garage 2 stalls for horses. Arch, antique doors in study. Wood-tile floors throughout. $427,700
#107 Hills Of Granbury 3/2.5/2 Beautiful custom home built in 2006 on one acre lot. Home is open concept with large living area with fireplace. $178,000
#223 Laguna Tres 3/2.5/2 Fantastic main body lake house w walk out water; wonderful neighborhood w mature hardwood trees $469,000
#305 DeCordova 3/3/2 Beautiful one owner split level home. Main body walk out water. Two master bedrooms and game room for entertainment. $419,900
#1403 Pecan Plantation 5/4/2 Awesome home with tons of space. Priced to sell. A must see! $249,900 – Reduced
America needs jobs. Housing creates them.
For every two homes sold, one job is created.1
Every time a house is built, bought, or sold, American jobs are created. In fact, for every two homes sold, one job is created.1 That’s 2.5 million jobs, created or maintained, in average year of homes sales.2 Strong federal government support for home ownership equals strong support for American jobs. The National Association of REALTORS® supports responsible housing finance reform and we believe that home ownership must play a pivotal role in growing our economy. Learn more today at HouseLogic.com/jobs.
HouseLogic.com/jobs ©2012 National Association of REALTORS®. 1Based on estimation. Jobs Impact of an Existing Home Purchase 2010, National Association of REALTORS®. 2Homes sales estimate is 5.36 million homes as of January 2011. U.S. Annual Existing Home Sales, National Association of REALTORS®.
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How to Buy Energy-Saving Appliances Article From HouseLogic.com By: Karin Beuerlein Published: June 14, 2011 Is energy performance key for your next appliance or home system? Use Energy Star, the Consortium on Energy Efficiency, and Energy Guide to untangle the options. While you’re shopping for products from appliances to plumbing systems with optimal energy performance - and you are, right? - three rating programs (the Consortium on Energy Efficiency [CEE], Energy Star, and Energy Guide) can help. Energy Star is the name you likely know, but if truly stellar energy performance revs your motor, go straight to the Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE). What it means: CEE rates appliances, electronics, lighting, HVAC systems, and gas heating systems. At the website, you can download lists of products that meet CEE’s criteria. Do it before you shop because - bummer CEE doesn’t put a label on compliant products. CEE ratings are so stringent that the highest-rated Energy Star products are considered the low end of CEE’s roster (and Energy Star isn’t shabby!): Appliances and HVAC systems are grouped into three tiers, taking both energy performance and water usage (if applicable) into account. •Tier 1 products meet Energy Star requirements at a minimum. •Tier 3 products are super-efficient-the cream of the crop. CEE updates its ratings every month. Pricing: Often high-efficiency products rated by CEE (and Energy Star) are more expensive than their less-efficient peers, but may cost less to operate annually. Speaking of Energy Star... Energy Star What it means: Energy Star (http://www.energystar. gov/), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s flagship label, identifies roughly the top 25% of each product category it rates in terms of energy performance. It’s the best-known and most widely applied green stamp of approval, covering more than 50 product categories,
including appliances, lighting, plumbing, and heating and cooling systems. Bad press leads to more reliable Energy Star ratings Energy Star beefed up its standards after getting bad press in 2010, when the U.S. Government Accountability Office reported it was able to get fake products approved. All products must now be individually reviewed by Energy Star staff and tested by approved third-party labs. But Energy Star is still trustworthy, says BuildingGreen, an independent company that educates building professionals on green product certifications: •Its standards get more stringent every two years to coincide with manufacturing cycles for new products. •It responded quickly after being called on the carpet by changing its product approval process. It’s easy to find Energy Star labels in the store, but if you want to research your purchase in advance, download compliant product lists. Pricing: Often high-efficiency products rated by Energy Star are more expensive than their less-efficient counterparts, but you save money on annual operating costs. Energy Guide OK, one more rating label to add to the mix. You’ve probably seen the ubiquitous yellow Energy Guide sticker on new appliances in stores. What it means: Energy Guide lists the manufacturers’ self-reported performance numbers, not the results of independent third-party testing. Plus, those numbers may not reflect how you’ll use the product in your own home (do you make a special effort to use the most energyefficient settings at all times, or do you dry tons of laundry on high heat?) or the rates your utility charges. So if you use Energy Guide labels at all, use them to compare models in the store in terms of up-front cost vs. annual operating cost. But the labels don’t provide enough context to tell you whether a product is really the best energy-saving deal you can get for the price. That’s where Energy Star and CEE come in. Pricing: Energy Guide labels are government mandated and appear on all products in all price ranges. So it’s not a way to sort by price.
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# 125 SECLUDED 3-2-2 BRICK COUNTRY HOME on 17.3 ACRES; large pecan and oak trees; beautiful country style home; lots of covered porch with view of pond & creek; spacious island kitchen; landscaped yard area w/sprinkler; coastal pasture; nice barn w/pens & hay storage. Asking $269,000
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# 210 A WALL OF WINDOWS VIEWS LAKE GRANBURY beautiful 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2 story home in Gated – Golf Course Community: home offers 2 master suites; recently completed remodel shows off an elegant home loaded with amenities : Granite kitchen tops, stainless whirlpool gold series appliance pkg., lots of ceramic flooring, custom lighting & faucets, zoned A/C –Heat system and more; a 2 year old covered dock offers boat lift and double jet ski lift. $355,000
# 145 BEAUTIFUL HILLTOP 9.9 ACRE WOOD TRACT with this spacious 3 BR, 3 BATH, 2 CCP manufactured home offering a shop building, 34 X 40 livestock barn, and a very secluded setting; open concept split bedroom floor plan with 2 living areas and a large island kitchen; lots of large oak trees provide ample shade and covered front and rear decking to view wildlife and scenery; enjoy the outdoors. ASKING $ 150,000
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# 115 NICE UPDATES IN THIS 3-2-2 BRICK HOME just a few blocks away from community pool, tennis & basketball courts, park area, boat ramp, and fishing pier; large fence back yard with lots of patio space for outdoor entertainment; recently updated flooring, baths, and granite kitchen; close to schools, shopping, and the Historic Granbury Square; but no City Taxes. Asking $119,900
# 110 SPACIOUS 3-2-2 BRICK ON GREAT PRIVACY FENCED CORNER LOT; only a few blocks from hospital, schools, & shopping; Oak tree shaded privacy fenced rear yard with a large patio; Spacious living room, separate office space off kitchen, large spare bedrooms, recently upgraded energy efficient low-E tilt-n-sash windows. Priced @ $119,000 offers welcome.
# 140 GREAT STARTER HOME / INVESTOR POTENTIAL: 3-2-1 Brick on large lot with fenced yard; offers fresh interior paint, just updated ceramic flooring and carpet; great location on Fort Worth side of Granbury; a great value @ $95,000.
MANDATORY ETHICS TRAINING. NOT MANY PROFESSIONALS CAN CLAIM THAT ON THEIR RESUMÉ.
When REALTORS® complete mandatory Code of Ethics training, they not only set themselves apart from other professionals in the real estate industry, they set themselves apart from many industries. When it comes to the business of buying or selling a home, it’s nice to know that there’s someone you can count on to be honest and maintain high standards of practice. Visit realtor.org/codeofethics to learn exactly what the Code of Ethics is and how it benefits you as a customer. REALTORS® are the best source for real estate information. Working with a REALTOR® gives buyers, sellers and investors the advantage they need to succeed in today’s market.
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9 Unexpected Energy (and Money) Savers Article From HouseLogic.com By: Karin Beuerlein Published: January 24, 2012 Ack! Our energy costs are going up because too many of us are making the wrong judgment calls about how to save energy. Here’s why we’re having a disconnect. Do you see your energy bills rising even if you’ve implemented up to three projects to save energy? In the first of our two-part Q&A with an expert on consumer attitudes toward energy efficiency, we look at the energy-saving truths many of us ignore. Hint: Replacing windows isn’t your best bet. Tomorrow, we’ll show you what you can do to actually start seeing some savings. Suzanne Shelton is president and CEO of Shelton Group, a marketing agency specializing in sustainability and energy efficiency. Shelton Group’s annual Energy Pulse research report - released last fall - tracks consumer attitudes toward energy-related topics. HouseLogic: So our energy bills are going up? Suzanne Shelton: Yes, for many of us, even though we may think our energy use is going down. HL: How come? SS: Energy is the only product we buy on a daily basis where we have no idea how much we pay for it. It would be different if we had to feed dollars into a machine to make the power run in our homes. The way we use energy now is the equivalent of walking into a convenience store every day and filling our pockets with candy and walking out. Then the bill comes at the end of the month and we’re saying, “There’s no way I ate that much candy!” This is an inherent problem with the way we use energy, or
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it will be, at least, until we live like the Jetsons and have nifty energy dashboards in our homes. HL: Why are we using more energy now - what are the main culprits? SS: Several things. We simply have more stuff plugged in now than we did five or 10 years ago - Xboxes, electronics chargers, iPads - and some of those things are energy hogs. For example, plasma TVs use as much energy as a refrigerator. They’re getting more efficient now, but if you had the old square CRT and replaced it with a flat-screen plasma, you’re instantly paying the utility much more than you did before. People are buying an Energy Star refrigerator, but then putting the old one in the garage as a beer fridge. For example, a friend of mine was in the process of selling her house. She wasn’t living there and she had the HVAC turned off, but she had an old refrigerator inside, plus a freezer plugged in on the back porch. Her utility bill came in at $50 a month and she was furious. “I’m never there!” she said. “The lights are off, the heat’s off, how can this be right?” I said, “Are your appliances plugged in?” And so she unplugged the freezer and her refrigerator inside. It cut her bill in half. HL: Do we also think that if we’re saving energy in one way, we can use more of something else? SS: Yes. People tell us in focus groups, “I bought these CFLs so now I can leave the lights on and not pay more. I bought a high-efficiency washer and dryer because I want to do more laundry without paying more. I ate the salad, so I can have the chocolate cake.” Psychologists call it “moral licensing,” but we at Shelton Group call it the “Snackwells Effect,” as in, they’re low-fat, so I can eat all of them. HL: What’s the reason for this disconnect? SS: Most of us have no idea how our homes really work, so we don’t know how to make the biggest impact. That’s why consumers run out and replace their windows first, when that should probably be fifth or sixth on the list of energy-ef-
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ficient improvements to make, and they totally ignore effective activities like caulking and sealing that cost far less. HL: I’m surprised people replace their windows first. SS: The aesthetic draw of new windows is really strong; we love to be around pretty things. You can also talk yourself into it because you think it’ll improve your resale value. But more than that, if you put your hand up to a window, even an energy-efficient window, you can feel that it’s hot or cold, so people just assume that’s where the biggest problem is. But for the average home owner, new windows aren’t the best use of your home improvement dollar in terms of saving money on your energy bills. Everyone’s situation is
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different, but other projects usually cost far less and offer a faster return on your investment. HL note: Consider this: If you spend $12,000 on windows and save 7% to 15% on your energy bill, according to Department of Energy data, when you could have spent around $1,000 for new insulation, caulking, and sealing and saved 20% on your energy bill, you made the wrong choice if your only reason for undertaking the project was reducing energy costs.
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417-QUALITY CUSTOM HOME ON BEAUTIFUL RIVER LOT! 3/2½/2 split bedrooms. Formal dining, gorgeous tile kitchen! Full RV setup. Screened porch overlooking the Brazos! Too lovely to describe!! ONLY $185,000 MLS# 11778934
829-RANCH STYLE STONE HOME on over 2 acres. Great floor plan. 3bd/3ba, large living area, rock fireplace, fantastic kitchen with granite, 2nd living area or study. Great location, easy access to Fort Worth, nice trees, seasonal creek. 2nd living area could be formal dining. $229,900 MLS# 11749576
244-GREAT LOCATION - FT. WORTH SIDE - Fantastic like-new custom home - Open concept with tall ceilings - spacious great room - cozy fireplace - Kitchen has granite countertops and abundant custom cabinets - and you’ll enjoy south breezes on the large back porch. $174,900 MLS# 11774601
228-100% FINANCING AVAILABLE on this home. Check out the virtual tour! This is a fantastic buy on this darling 3bd/2ba on large lot with big fenced backyard. Hurry! Waterfront community has it’s own boat launch, pool etc. $98,500 MLS# 11688853
238-INVITING POOL, COUNTRY LIVING, and a wonderful Family home with 3 BR, 2 BA, Spacious Den, Upstairs Bonus Room, Shop with heating/cooling, Tall Trees and Covered Porches to enjoy the breezes. **Walk to All Schools** $149,900 MLS# 11824093
4006-DECORDOVA BEND ESTATES. Build your dream home on one of the last available water access lots that comes with a covered boat dock! A rare opportunity - hurry! Price reduced from $100,000 to $60,000 MLS# 11838811
812-ENERGY EFFICIENT HOME ON 60 ACRES. Beautiful views. Geothermal A/C, heat & water heater. 60X40 barn/workshop/garage with full bath & concrete floor wired for 220 capacity. Fenced & cross fenced. Handicap accessible. Owner will finance $200,000. $399,900 MLS# 11842803
235-GREAT FAMILY HOME IN DCBE. Tremendous buy! Enjoy all the amenities, free 27 holes of golf; tennis, swimming, clubhouse, marina, parks & more. Gated & guarded entrance with 24 hour patrolled security. Large lot. Great workshop. $110,000 MLS# 11786110
823-BRING YOUR HORSES! Just under 5 acres, great location close to town. 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick home, with 2 living areas, recently updated, rustic decor perfect for country living. 36x36 metal work shop or large garage, extra covered area, 2 stall horse barn. $274,900 MLS# 11805088
226-NEARLY NEW CUSTOM HOME in gated-golf course community - Inviting Very Open 3 BR + Study, 2 BA, 3 Car Garage - Very Energy Efficient - Many Windows - 10’ Ceilings - Outstanding Spacious Master Suite. $199,500 MLS# 11797024
603-WATERFRONT, FANTASTIC VIEW! Spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bath, manufactured home. Huge open living area with fireplace and vaulted ceiling. Large sunroom and deck overlooking the lake. Great location. $84,900 MLS# 11510875
212-WELL MAINTAINED HOME ON THE CREEK IN DCBE. Parklike backyard, granite counters, great floorplan. $165,900 MLS# 11843741
607-NEW WATERFRONT LISTING! Great location just off the main lake, excellent water frontage, huge dock with sundeck & jet ski storage. Spacious 3bd/2ba manufactured home, 2 living areas, immaculate condition, most furniture included. East side of lake. $127,500 MLS# 11535777
262-INVITING STREET APPEAL WITH FRONT PORCH & DORMER ROOF. Open floor plan. Kitchen has wood floors & granite. Fireplace, high ceilings & molding. 30X10 sun room. yard has 25X25 slab for workshop. Golf cart garage. $170,000 MLS# 11848099
402-NEW WATERFRONT LISTING! Great location east side of Granbury. Good water, stone landing, double boat dock, 2 well landscaped lots, with trees. Immaculate 3/2/2 brick, extra garage for work shop, new AC and appliances. $214,900 MLS# 11684562
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4008-UNIQUE WATERFRONT LOT. 108 ft. on the lake in DeCordova Bend Estates. One of a kind - zoned either single or multi-family. Proposed design for tri-plex available. Owner will carry bridge loan for 2 years with 20% down. $99,000 MLS# 11838819
209-NICE 3 bedroom, 2 bath stone house. Vaulted ceilings. Large fenced backyard. Great location. $91,000 MLS# 11846318
423-WATERFRONT IN EXCLUSIVE HARBOR LAKES. 3 bedrooms, 4 baths, game room, double boat dock with lifts, covered outdoor kitchen with granite counter tops, saltwater pool and heated spa. Lots of extras. $479,900 MLS# 11830767
205-STUNNING HILL COUNTRY BEAUTY! Lake view, 1/2 acre, huge oak trees, pool! 3bd/3ba, 3 carport. Soaring ceilings, living/dining/ kitchen with scored laminate floors. 2 masters. Wrap around porch. Workshop. Unbelievable! MUST SEE! $215,000 MLS# 11824268
404-SPECTACULAR MAINBODY WATERFRONT IN UPSCALE COMMUNITY! 3/2½/4 Open concept, study, 2 living areas, gourmet kitchen, granite counters, island. Ceilings to floor windows! Huge level lot, RV/boat parking, boat dock. UNBELIEVABLY BEAUTIFUL!! $597,500 MLS# 11810798
266-PECAN PLANTATION CONDOMINIUM! Relax and enjoy the many amenities of the country club, and let someone else mow and maintain your home while you play. Two bedroom, 2 bath, covered parking, golf cart storage, large patio. $79,500 MLS# 11560312
293-ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM HOME IN FOREST OAKS! 3/2½/2 formal dining, study with granite, wood, separate craft/ office/cedar room, storage with overhead door! ALL ON AWESOME 1/2 ACRE LOT! $264,500 MLS# 11825030
243-VERY WELL MAINTAINED 3/2/2 on corner lot. Fenced yard and covered patio. Extra large 2nd living room could be 4th bedroom. Beautifully landscaped new subdivision on Ft. Worth side. $159,000 MLS# 11836384
234-STUNNING CUSTOM BUILT HOME! 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. Open concept. Granite counters. Large fenced yard with huge oak tree. Rock patio. HOT TUB! Built-in barbeque. RV/boat parking. BEAUTIFUL! Only $249,500 MLS# 11742505
426-DAZZLING SKI LAKE HOME!! Almost new custom brick/rock 3/3/2 living areas, gourmet kitchen, study. $111 monthly utilities! Seawall, dock/lift, adjoining lot available, fabulous views, upscale community! Over THE TOP!!! $339,900 MLS# 11798135
820-MOVE TO THE COUNTRY! Over 4000 sq.ft., 5 bedroom, 3½ baths, 3 living areas, & study. Hardwood floors, fantastic kitchen with island, granite. 20.9 acres, in ground pool, 30x50 4 stall horse barn/ shop, pond, nice oak trees. $594,500. MLS# 11729047
214-BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED 2BD/1BA NEAR HIGH SCHOOL! Wood/tile floors. Granite counters and built-ins in kitchen. Large living/dining. Huge lot with trees. Covered patio. Carport. Wonderful neighborhood! $69,900 MLS# 11830882
269-FIXER UPPER. Lots of space. 3BR, 2 bath, kitchen, 2 living areas & study. Garage conversion to living room & 2nd office area. Large fenced yard with storage building. $75,000 MLS# 11835174
210-NICE 3 BEDROOM 2 BATH home in Heritage Heights. Great starter home with fireplace, large lot, new paint and nice landscaping. Close to town and shopping. $99,900 MLS# 11760766
232-TREMENDOUS FLOOR PLAN! For all your needs. 3 bedroom, 2.5 baths, formal dining & study. Great kitchen with granite counters. MANY UPGRADES. Huge patio, large fenced yard with trees! GATED GOLF COMMUNITY! $182,500 MLS# 11788584
5 Tips for Saving Energy in the Family Room By: Jane Hodges Published: March 8, 2011 Reduce your electricity bills by systematically purging your family room of wasteful energy practices. Here’s a deeper dive into ways to have family fun, and save money, too. 1. Select Energy Star-rated electronics The three biggest energy hogs in the family room are the plasma television, DVR/TiVo box, and digital cable box, says the nonprofit American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy, which promotes energy efficiency to consumers and government policymakers.
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A typical plasma TV (less than 40 inches) consumes 441 kilowatt hours of electricity per year. That translates into about $50 (based on 11.3 cents per kilowatt hour). Next up are TiVo devices at $41 annually, followed by digital cable boxes at $27. Both devices are always on because they constantly receive and download data. Opting for an LCD (liquid crystal display) TV, which costs $8 per year to operate, saves you about $42/year. And if you use an Energy Star-rated digital cable box (ask your provider if any are available for free), you could pay 30% less for energy—an annual savings of about $8.50. Energy Star hasn’t yet published data on swapping out a DVR or TiVo device. 2. Reduce standby power Vampire power—the energy that’s wasted when electronic devices are plugged in, but not in use— represents about $100 per year in the average household’s electricity costs, says Energy Star. Assuming the family room represents about 15% of your electricity bill, you could save about $15 per year with smart standby practices. Unplug rarely-used electronics (like that karaoke machine), and cluster other appliances, even adapters for cell phones and digital cameras, onto power strips ($3 to $12 for a six-outlet strip). Power strips allow you to turn off all attached electronics with one switch. Unfortunately, some family room electronics, such as set-top boxes and downloading devices like TiVo, can’t be turned off, because that would disrupt the digital data-gathering you’ve programmed them to do. But with a smart power strip ($20 to $40), you can turn off your TV while leaving the DVR plugged in. 3. Become computer efficient Your computer eats energy, too. To reduce consumption: Turn off monitors when not in use. Put your computer in sleep mode when you sleep.
Use LCD flat screen monitors, rather than CRT monitors. Switch from a desktop to a battery-powered laptop, which uses less energy. 4. Invest in rechargeable batteries No, they won’t reduce your electric bill, but you’ll save on batteries for your video game system and other entertainment remotes. You’ll help the environment, too. For every rechargeable battery you buy, you prevent at least 500 single-use batteries from entering the waste stream, according to PJ Stafford, founder of Green Irene, an eco-consulting company that provides energy and environmental makeovers to home owners. Rechargeable AA and AAA batteries cost $3 to $3.50 each, versus 75 cents to $1 for disposables; a charger costs $25 to $30. That investment, in lieu of 500 batteries over four years, adds up to $310 to $445 in savings. Call your local trash collection service to find out which batteries can be recycled instead of thrown away. Recycle old rechargeable batteries for free via programs like Call 2 Recycle. 5. Replace bulbs with CFLs or LEDs Replacing an incandescent light bulb with a compact fluorescent light bulb (CFL) or light-emitting diode (LED) once was merely a good idea; now, it’s the law. The U.S. has banned the sale of incandescent bulbs after 2012, making energy-saving CFLs and LEDs the bulbs of choice--for the time being. CFLs lower energy costs by up to 75% and burn about 10 times longer than incandescents, although they contain mercury, which makes disposal a bear. In addition, some consumers claim CFLs don’t last as long as claimed. LEDs, on the other hand, burn almost 50 times longer than incandescents and up to 6 times longer than CFLs, contain no mercury, and produce onetenth the carbon dioxide emissions that CFLs produce. They also turn on instantly, where CFLs take time to heat up.
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READY TO MOVE YO U R W E L C O M E M AT - C A L L PAT #74093 Pecan Tree Shaded 1.639 ac. corner lot. One Owner Custom 2971 sq.ft. Formal Home. Open Living & Dining with Fireplace. Large Den/Study. Big master suite + 2 guest bedrooms. 2 Utility areas. Covered Patio, Beautiful Landscaping. Circle Drive at front. 2-Car Garage + Storage/ Golf Cart Bldg. $379,000 #77183 Shade & Privacy Provided By The Many Trees to Enjoy the Enormous Deck Overlooking the Brazos River. One Owner Custom Home 2922 sq.ft., built by Brian Gaffin. Beautiful Woodwork Throughout. Huge Kitchen has an Abundance of Cabinets & Counterspace. 4 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths. Sunroom with heat and A/C. $279,000
#1163 Stone home with metal roof on 2 large lots. 2095 sq.ft has 4 bedrooms & 2 full baths. Carports for 4. Extra lot has RV cover for 2, storage building, + water well for lawn & garden. *All offers considered. List Price $89,900 #14133 Ready for move in. Freshly painted. Refinished hard wood floors. Big kitchen with island + lots of cabinets. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, attached 1 car garage, detached garage/shop. Reduced to $69,999
914 Thelma. Spectacular New Walk Out Waterfront. Large boat dock. Ft Worth side. 2 Living, 3 Bedroom, 3 ½ Baths & Oversize Double Garage. Outdoor kitchen, hot tub, gas firepit. $559,900
8700 Ravenswood Pecan Plantation River House designed & built by Brian Gaffin Liv Din Master & Study with River views. Lots of trees, screen porch & stone patio. Kitchen has newer appliances & granite countertops. 3/2/2 + golf cart garage. This home is a charmer! $289,900
1001 Summerlin Dr Family Style Home with Four/Five Bed & Three Full Baths. Over one acre with Open Patio and Fenced Back Yard. Near Baccus Elementary. Home is ready for you before the holiday season. $189,900
1009 Hayden Court Well Cared for Home in Heather Place. 2/2/2 + Small Study. Living Space has cherry wood floors. Move In Condition $139,900
How to Be Energy Efficient at Home: It’s Not What You Do, But ...
Article From HouseLogic.com By: Karin Beuerlein Published: January 26, 2012 It’s not just which energy efficiency projects you implement at home that will make a dent in your bills -- it’s how many. This is the second part of our Q&A with Suzanne Shelton, president and CEO of Shelton Group, a marketing agency specializing in sustainability and energy efficiency. Shelton Group’s annual Energy Pulse research report tracks consumer attitudes toward energy-related topics. Read Part 1, “Looking for Energy Savings in All the Wrong Places.” HouseLogic: Yesterday you told us why we’re so disconnected from our home’s energy use. Today, tell us what we should be doing differently to make our homes more energy efficient. Suzanne Shelton: First, I want to mention that it matters how many energy-efficient things you do. Half of the population say they’ve done two to three things to make their homes more energy efficient replaced incandescent lightbulbs with CFLs, bought an Energy Star appliance added insulation - but most people report that their bills have gone up. HL: So more projects equal more results? SS: Right. Once you get up to the level of making four or five energy-efficiency home improvements, you generally start seeing savings on your utility bill. Depending on the activities you choose and the point you’re starting out at, you can probably expect a four- or five-year time frame for return of your investment. Which means now is a great time to do it. How many of us are stuck in our homes now because of the market?
If you’re potentially four or five years from selling, why not go ahead and make those improvements? You’ll get yourself paid back and live more comfortably and frugally right now, and you can brag about your improvements when you sell your house. HL: The economy is weighing on everyone. If a home owner has just $1,000 to spend on energy-efficient home improvements, what would you recommend he or she do first? SS: 5 things: 1.Caulk and seal all penetrations into the home. I’ll tell you, I had a home energy audit done three years ago, and even though I do this for a living, I was astonished. When the guy walked me down into my basement and showed me all the penetrations from plumbing lines and electricity wires, I couldn’t believe all the gaping holes in my house. Buy a few cans of Great Stuff and take a weekend to go around and seal everything, filling around windows, too. It takes time and it’s a pain, but it works. 2. Hire an HVAC contractor to take a hard look at all your ductwork - are there any ducts leaking that need to be re-sealed? - and give you an HVAC tune-up. You might spend a couple hundred bucks, but you can save significantly depending on how old or out of shape your HVAC system is. 3. Replace all your lighting with CFLs or LEDs. Most people tell us they’ve replaced all their incandescents, but it just isn’t true. The DOE says that only about 13% of sockets are filled with CFLs right now. 4. Program your thermostat. Most people who buy programmable thermostats don’t program them. Continued on p. 25
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MLS #11825195 Very unique lake property. Peaceful & private location on the northern end of Lake Granbury. Two BR, 2 bath, 2 story home on 5 wooded lots. Extensive wood decks & walkways, 2 storage bldgs, balconies off the Master bedroom & bath. Great place for a weekend retreat or full time living. $169,000
MLS #11780935 Pecan Plantation - Updated 3/2/2 brick home on a shady orchard lot. Features include two living areas, granite countertops, hardwood flooring, ceramic tile & carpet, split bedroom arrangement, walk-in closets. Fenced yard, separate golf cart/shop building. Ready for move-in. $152,000
MLS #11811551 The perfect lake getaway. 2 BR, 2 bath with attached, oversize 2 car garage. Upgraded cabinets & wood flooring in kitchen, outdoor cooking area on a very large covered deck. Boat dock with lift. Must see to appreciate. $115,000
MLS #11729594 Commercial Office/Warehouse facility on Fall Creek Hwy. Large office building; separate modular office building; 3,500+ sq.ft. shop/warehouse bldg; metal storage shed. Paved parking, security fencing. Great location, easy access, high visibility. Possible owner financing. Price Reduced. $299,500
We will be moving into our new location at 4062 E. Highway 377 on Monday, August 13th. First National's group of dedicated mortgage lenders and support staff, can find the right solution for nearly every buyer's situation and help match you with a mortgage you can live with. Along with skills and experience, they have the Home Team advantage - loan decisions are made locally, so you get fast loan approval. Come see us today at our NEW location!
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MLS #11731540 Commercial office building located on the main traffic area in Acton. Cut stone exterior, open lobby area, 2 restrooms, multiple offices, 2 large file storage areas. Paved parking; Located on a large corner tract with high visibility & easy access. $225,000
MLS #11782399 Scenic acreage tract overlooking Historic Comanche Peak. 84 acres of land with extensive frontage on the Glen Rose Hwy (FM 144). Elevated views; Partially wooded; Great Development Potential. $999,000
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How to be Energy Efficient (cont’d) If we actually programmed them not to heat the furniture while we’re away, that would be smart. 5. Reduce the temperature on your water heater. The Department of Energy recommends 120 degrees. If you have a tank water heater, it keeps a certain amount of water hot and ready to go all day, so lowering the temperature reduces the energy you use to heat the water. If, after you’ve done all those relatively low-cost things, you want to make a little bit more of an investment, consider adding insulation to your house. No one wants to do these things because they’re not sexy, and they’re kind of a pain, and windows seem more appealing. But I’d do all these activities before I replaced my windows. HL: If you could spearhead an ad campaign to motivate home owners to make more energy-efficient improvements, what would it say? SS: You have to do five things to see the savings you want. That’s actually something we’re working on right now, so stay tuned. Visit houselogic.com for more articles like this. Reprinted from HouseLogic with permission of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® Copyright 2012. All rights reserved.
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www.ComanchePeakRealty.com 155 – BUY THE BUSINESS AND THE LAND – This historical Loco Coyote Grill is located in the hill country of Texas just a few miles from Glen Rose. Rustic building sits on 16 beautiful acres of pasture and hardwoods, and includes equipment. $700,000 MLS# 11827638
102 – SMALL BUSINESS LOCATION ON WEST PEARL STREET – Not far from the historic Granbury Square. Large lot (.4+ acres). Undeveloped. City utilities nearby. Potential to be rezoned for small business. $62,500 MLS# 11459053
150 – UPSTAIRS BONUS/MEDIA ROOM – Large open lot, 3 bed, 2 bath, 1800+ sf, brick fireplace, covered patio with hot tub, on the west edge of Granbury. $176,640 MLS# 11808876
160 – PRIME LOCATION NEAR HISTORIC SQUARE of Granbury. Located in the central business district. Over one half acre. Property has water frontage on the Lambert Creek inlet of Lake Granbury. Large trees. Quality location for a business. $400,000 MLS# 11843720
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153 – REDUCED!! REO ON FORT WORTH SIDE OF GRANBURY - 3 bed, 2 bath, 1900+ sf, stone fireplace, beautiful tile flooring, open concept. Close to country club golf course. With a little TLC this will be a great home. $159,500 MLS# 11826202
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260-GREAT FAMILY HOME IN PECAN PLANTATION. 3 bedroom, 2½ bath, 2 car garage. Split bedroom arrangement, 2 living areas, great kitchen with plenty of counter & cabinet space. Large closets in all bedrooms. Upstairs game room with 1/2 bath. Tiled sunroom. Lawn sprinklers. Side entry, garage & front circle drive. $174,000 MLS# 11556189
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248-PERFECT-SIZED RETIREMENT HOME ON GOLF COURSE with $25K workshop. On quiet cul-desac, this home features open floor plan with island kitchen. Split bedrooms Wide handicap doorways, plantations, fenced yard, golf cart garage. $249,000 MLS# 11794118 272-WOW! You’ll think you’re in a new home. New paint & carpet, c-tile floors. Granite c-tops & mosaic backsplash in kitchen. New appliances. Refinished cabinets & doors, new lighting fixtures & c-fans. New wood deck. $229,000 MLS# 11787190 262-INVITING STREET APPEAL WITH FRONT PORCH & DORMER ROOF. Open floor plan. Kitchen has wood floors & granite. Fireplace, high ceilings & molding. 30X10 sun room. Yard has 25X25 slab for workshop. Golf cart garage. $170,000 MLS#11848099
236-BEAUTIFUL TREED GOLF COURSE SETTING IN DCBE. Wrought iron fenced back yard with covered porch and huge deck overlooking 10th green. New paint and trim, granite countertops in master bath suite. $269,000 MLS# 11767795
269-FIXER UPPER. Lots of space. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, kitchen, 2 living areas & study. Garage conversion to living room & 2nd office area. Large fenced yard with storage building. $75,000 MLS 11835174
229-ATTRACTIVE PRICE for those looking at making cosmetic changes. Open kitchen/family room with double doors to wood deck for entertaining and cooking. Corner lot, circular drive, storage building, huge pecan trees. Seller will pay 1/2 of HOA initiation fee. Seller will consider owner financing with acceptable offer. $129,900 MLS# 11653672 416-GORGEOUS RIVERFRONT HOME ON 2 LOTS IN PECAN PLANTATION; 1 assessment. Separate studio with half bath for art, hobbies, or guest quarters. Great river views. Master down; 3 fireplaces; 3 living areas. Seller will look at lease-purchase offer. $280,000 MLS# 11595055
406-WATERFRONT HOME with spectacular views of water and trees. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, open living, dining and kitchen. Glassed sunroom with mini kitchen. Inground heated, pool and spa. $297,000 MLS# 11779825
282-MULTI-LEVEL RIVERFRONT HOME in Pecan with 2-level deck overlooking river. 4 bd, 2½ baths, about 2862 sq.ft. 2 lots & 1 assessment. Updated island kitchen with granite, wood floors. Attached 2-car garage with walled off golf cart or workshop space. $299,000 MLS# 11778729
Are You Looking For Energy Savings in All the Wrong Places? Article From HouseLogic.com Published: December 13, 2010 Here are a few surprising and simple ways to cut your energy bill this season. Give your pocketbook and Mother Nature a gift this season by taking advantage of these simple, surprising ways to save energy and money. Put lamps in the corners: Did you know you can switch to a lower wattage bulb in a lamp or lower its dimmer switch and not lose a noticeable amount of light? It’s all about placement. When a lamp is placed in a corner, the light reflects off the adjoining walls, which makes the room lighter and brighter. Switch to a laptop: If you’re reading this article on a laptop, you’re using 1/3 less energy than if you’re reading this on a desktop. Choose an LCD TV: If you’re among those considering a flat-screen upgrade from your conventional, CRT TV, choose an LCD screen for the biggest energy save. Give your water heater a blanket: Just like you pile on extra layers in the winter, your hot water heater can use some extra insulation too. A fiberglass insulation blanket is a simple addition that can cut heat loss and save 4% to 9% on the average water-heating bill. Turn off the burner before you’re done cooking: When you turn off an electric burner, it doesn’t cool off immediately. Use that to your advantage by turning it off early and using the residual heat to finish up your dish.
Add motion sensors: You might be diligent about shutting off unnecessary lights, but your kids? Not so much. Adding motion sensors to playrooms and bedrooms cost only $15 to $50 per light, and ensures you don’t pay for energy that you’re not using. Spin laundry faster: The faster your washing machine can spin excess water out of your laundry, the less you’ll need to use your dryer. Many newer washers spin clothes so effectively, they cut drying time and energy consumption in half-which results in an equal drop in your dryer’s energy bill. Use an ice tray: Stop using your automatic icemaker. It increases your fridge’s energy consumption by 14% to 20%. Ice trays, on the other hand, don’t increase your energy costs one iota. Use the dishwasher: If you think doing your dishes by hand is greener than powering up the dishwasher, you’re wrong. Dishwashers use about 1/3 as much hot water and relieve that much strain from your energy-taxing water heater. Added bonus: you don’t have to wash any dishes. Visit houselogic.com for more articles like this. Reprinted from HouseLogic with permission of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® Copyright 2012. All rights reserved.
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Lovely custom home in Stoney Creek has all the bells and whistles. Beautiful salt water pool in the landscaped back yard still leaves room for large play area on the over half acre lot. $210,000 Delightful brick home in Knob Hill with unrestricted view of Comanche Peak. Immaculate and charming home with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. The kitchen has oodles of cabinet space, even a folding counter in the utility. $149,000 Pecan Plantation executive home on 2 lots on the Brazos River! Custom attributes abound with hardwood floors, granite counters, cabinets with pop-ups for larger counter appliances. $349,000
Quaint 1948 house on large city lot. On busy corner of Houston and Arnold St. just north of the Granbury Square, would make a great place for a business! $55,000
Tolar City limits with almost 2ac. Allows horses,other livestock. 30x50 steel shop on slab with elec., 12’walls, 2 drive-thru doors. Quality upgrades include sheetrock walls, new windows, non mobile doors, vinyl siding with insulation. $99,500 2.11 acre home site in Tres Vistas Est a convienent location with access to FW and Granbury. Very nice neighborhood with large lots and gated access. $98,000
5008 BUENO BRICK & STONE Newbie in DeCordova Bend*AUSTIN STONE FP & BREAKFAST BAR*Custom UPGRADED 3/2/3 & MAKE READY BONUS ROOM UP 12”CROWN* MOTIVATED @ $229,000
4013 FAIRWAY DeCordova Bend Rock Golf Course Home w/ Split Plan *18th Fairway*Granite Kitchen & Newly Updated *POSSIBLE SELLER FINANCING* MOTIVATED*Also for lease! $155,000
5120 FAIRWAY CIRCLE ROCK Home on Corner Lot canopied with Giant Trees * 3/2/2 with WBFP * Huge Wraparound DECK * New PAINT, FAUCETS & FIXTURES * MOTIVATED SELLERS * $132,500
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4 Great Green Apps for Your Home By: Courtney Craig
enter how many hours per day you use them.
Published: August 8, 2011
When you’re done, Green Outlet will tell you how many pounds of carbon your home releases, along with suggestions about how to be more efficient. The app can be a bit tough to figure out at first glance, but the “Welcome” tab includes helpful instructions.
Want some Earth-friendly ideas on how to save money and energy around your home? There’s an app for that — in fact, there are quite a few! We waded through the choices and found four of the best apps for making your home a more energy-efficient place. GoodGuide Many products claim to be green, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they’re eco-friendly. GoodGuide uses your phone’s camera to scan bar codes, then gives you the real green info on that product from the app’s database, which contains more than 90,000 products. Whether you’re shopping for appliances, cleaning products, food, and other items for your home, GoodGuide gives you a rating on that product’s impact on your health, environment, and community. Price: Free Available for: iPhone and Android Green Outlet Help lower your monthly bills by identifying how much energy your appliances use. Set your profile by identifying the square footage of your house, the typical temperature inside your home, how many people live there, and the cost per kilowatt hour in your area. Then, identify all the electronic appliances in your home by searching Green Outlet’s database, and
Price: 99 cents Available for: iPhone and Android iRecycle Unsure which of your local recycling centers will take odd stuff, such as Styrofoam and window glass? Provided by Earth911, this simple app helps you be a better recycler. You just enter your location and what you want to recycle, then the app gives you a list of the nearby recycling centers that will accept it. It’ll tell you where the center is located, its hours of operation, contact information, and a list of all the materials it accepts. Price: Free Available for: iPhone and Android Bulb Finder When a light bulb burns out, use this app to find the best replacement to help you save energy with home lighting. Enter the type of fixture, bulb style and features, the wattage you want, and how many hours a day you expect to use it, and the app will suggest which new bulb is right for you. It’ll include information on price, brand name, and how much money and energy you’ll save by using it. Price: Free Available for: iPhone and Android
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50083 Newer Energy Efficient One Owner Brick & Stone With Accoutrements Galore*10’ceilings*Foot Wide Crown Molding*Open Concept*Austin Rock Fp & Breakfast Bar! Cabinets Forever! Motivated Seller!! $229,000
87243 Home completely surrounded by Pecan trees. 3/2.5/2 plus golf cart. LARGE open living area with wood burning fireplace and wet bar LOADS of storage space! Second living area upstairs with half bath. $144,500
39053 Delightful brick home in Knob Hill with unrestricted view of Comanche Peak. Immaculate and charming home with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. The kitchen has oodles of cabinet space, even a folding counter in utility. $149,000
49023 Park-Like Setting, Fountains, Hand Scraped Wood Floors, Plantation Shutters, Crown Moldings, 2839 SqFt. Upgrades galore! Immaculate, Open Kitchen. High ceilings, Relaxing Covered Patio. Excellent for entertaining! $274,950
88043 Well maintained home in the prestigious community of Pecan Plantation. GREAT view of 8th green and pond. Updated kitchen, granite counter tops , FARM SINK! Detached garage/shop. Deeded RV parking forever! $333,000
83123 Country home on 3.9 ac on the Brazos River. Lovely rooms, 3 levels. Media room, office or craft room upstairs, bonus room. Wraparound screenedin porch to watch deer, turkeys and wildlife. SELLERS MOTIVATED!! $289,000
89123 FANTASTIC 3 bdrm. home on peaceful street. LARGE living area with wood burning fireplace, GREAT kitchen with corner windows. BEAUTIFUL backyard , lots of trees. GREAT Community amenities! Marina and MUCH More!! $125,000
93173 Well maintained home in Pecan Plantation! Entertaining inside or out with full length covered patio. Enjoy relaxing, reading, dining while overlooking a park like setting, watching the wildlife in the orchard. $187,900
53083 SEEING IS BELIEVING!!! You’ll never want to leave home! Nestled comfortably on #18 Green, BREATH TAKIING VIEWS of Lake and Green! VIEWS from Master and Great Room! DIVINE ONE OWNER!! Lot next door ALSO for sale! $169,000
55053 DECORDOVA BEND! Very Private, large trees. Many updates and appliances go with the sale. 3/2/2 with LARGE open living area and wood burning fireplace. 25’x 14’ workshop . Large covered patio with fenced backyard. $159,000
96053 This Pecan Plantation home is pure pleasure. Every custom feature has been carefully planned. 2900 plus sq.ft., private hangar has room for an airplane AND an RV or boat! Patio overlooks park like setting. $649,500
74093 The Retreat in Pecan Plantation. Shaded 1.639 acre lot. One owner custom 2971 sq.ft. formal home. Open living and dining with fireplace. Master bath has hand painted ceiling and bidet! Beautiful landscaping. $379,000
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