Gloria Ashmore
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1141 ROYAL CREST, KILLEEN
SOLD IN 2 DAYS! 1503 CONDOR, KILLEEN
BETTER THAN NEW This 3 bedroom, 2 bath, all brick home awaits you! Exciting galley-style kitchen has granite counters & new stainless steel appliances; new ceiling fans, new Carrier brand AC/ Heat units, new roof, new laminate flooring throughout and tiled flooring in all wet areas; new water heater, new oversized tiled shower, and all new bath fixtures. Breezeway is combined with garage for versatile use. 2 storage areas off of the garage. Large corner lot! LOW PRICE OF ONLY $135,900!
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2314 SKIPCHA DR, HARKER HEIGHTS YOU DESERVE TO LIVE WELL! You can start here in this cottage styled 3 bedroom/2 bath home with extra room for a man cave, “she” shed, office or even 4th bedroom! The Kitchen is accented with a cathedral window over the sink, open faced shelving and fireplace with mantel in Living. Enclosed patio is great for plant room. Large shed and pond with fountain accents in the backyard. Will give $5,000 decorating allowance to new owner!
OVER 1900 SQ. FT. TREES! $160’s
576 SHRADER, KILLEEN
COUNTRY GENTLEMAN, RANCHER OR PEACE SEEKER! This rustic home of 2200+ square feet offers the opportunity for great living! There are 47 acres with several outbuildings, a working well, and fruit trees. Rabbits, and deer roam the property freely. 3 cows and calves/2 bulls (1 year old and other is 1 1/2 years old, are free to buyer.) The home itself is complete with 3 bedrooms with tiled library/2.5 baths, 2 living and huge game room or storage room! Remodeled kitchen is sure to make the chef happy! CALL TODAY FOR YOUR SHOWING!
1802 MOONSTONE, KILLEEN KITCHEN IN THE ROUND WITH WINDOW VIEW, Silestone counter tops in kitchen/bath, Track lighting in kitchen, convection oven and walk in pantry, Upgraded lighting, Imported ceramic tile floors in kitchen/bath, Wood laminate in bedrooms, Crown molding in living and master suite, Mother-in-law floor plan, 3 bedrooms/2 bath plan with side entry 2 car garage. UNDER $130,000.
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Common Moving Myths - Busted! (StatePoint)
You’ve finally found the perfect home. Now comes the hard part: moving. But don’t let misconceptions complicate the process. To keep frustrations to a minimum and make your move more manageable, here are five common moving myths, debunked.
Myth 1
All moves are disorganized.
Truth
Contrary to popular opinion, relocating can be structured. Begin purging items that aren’t moving with you several weeks before you start packing. Once you’re ready to box up your belongings, pack by room and label, label, label. Numbering containers, color-coding boxes with masking tape and listing contents will help you keep track of your possessions. If you’re unsure of what supplies you’ll need, check out the moving calculator at DuckBrand.com. Simply enter the number of bedrooms and baths into the calculator for an instant shopping list based on your needs.
Myth 2
You have to move everything at once.
Truth
Don’t fall into the trap of thinking you have a single day to move. While for some this is unavoidable, if possible, taking a few days to relocate can greatly reduce stress. Identify essentials you’ll need immediately, like bedding and kitchen tools, and ensure these necessities are “last on, first off” the moving truck. Plan to transition items such as décor and out-of-season clothing later. You may also consider transporting important documents and jewelry separately from the truck to ensure safe passage. For an easy first night’s stay, pack a duffel bag with everything you need for the next 24 hours, including toiletries, a change
of clothing and must-haves for kids, like diapers.
Myth 3
Items will break.
Truth
Absolutely not! While it can be stressful to transport irreplaceable items, it’s easy to keep them safe with solutions like Bubble Wrap brand cushioning. This protective padding from Duck brand easily conforms to valuables for a cushiony defense, and fills empty space to keep things from shifting. To ensure a safe arrival, wrap items with the bubbles facing inward, smooth side out. Then, seal boxes with durable packing tape to ensure a safe arrival.
Myth 4
Duct or masking tape work just as well as packing tape.
Truth
Although it’s easier to reach for the duct tape in your junk drawer, not every tape will secure your valuables. These adhesives aren’t intended for the cardboard surfaces of moving boxes and can peel off minutes after application.
The wrong tape can cause frustration, expensive breakage, compromised storage and even physical harm should a box suddenly break open at the wrong moment. To avoid this, seal boxes with strong packaging tape, like EZ Start packing tape from Duck brand. This frustration-free tape unrolls smoothly, easily and quietly -- and you never lose the tape end.
Myth 5
Friday is the best day to move.
Truth
Fridays are thought to be the best moving day because it gives you the whole weekend to unpack. However, everyone else thinks that too, which means you pay a premium. The most expensive times to move are weekends and at the beginning or end of the month. If your schedule allows, select an offpeak time, such as a weekday morning or afternoon. Regardless of when you relocate, book movers several weeks in advance to lock in the day and time you want. For more information on how Duck brand can help you throughout your moving process, visit www.duckbrand.com. Moving is a big deal but by sorting fact from fiction, you can keep frustrations to a minimum.
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5 Not-So-Obvious Household Essentials for Your Time at Home (StatePoint)
Extended time at home is making many families more aware of what products they simply can’t do without. While you may have predicted what some of these essentials would be -- ahem, toilet paper -- other, not-so-obvious items are helping to make quarantines more comfortable nationwide. To get a handle on what has come in most handy during this stay-at-home period, Zevo recently conducted a national survey, and here are some of the items topping people’s lists:
HOME EXERCISE EQUIPMENT
Those with gym memberships or a love of the outdoors may never have assumed there would come a day when they would need a home stationary bike or treadmill. But such equipment is for many people the best way to work out these days, and those who lack the space for a piece of heavy machinery are turning to resistance bands, yoga mats and other smaller items that can be tucked away between uses.
to attack nervous system receptors vital to insects -- not people or pets. With a light scent of lemongrass and no harsh chemical odors, it’s a powerful bug solution you can feel good about using around the home.
MULTIPURPOSE TOOLS
Many people are finding that certain basics can be used in more than one way, making them ideal to have around the house. Baking soda for example, has many potential uses, including kitchen cleaner, odor eliminator, itch remedy, vegetable wash, and even as an ingredient for homemade dog toothpaste, to name a few. Likewise, you might find that pair of scissors a go-to household item right about now, whether you are home-schooling, crafting or giving yourself a haircut.
STREAMING VIDEO
At a time when people must remain at home, they are relying more than ever on video streaming services like Netflix and Hulu to keep them entertained night after night.
FUN AND GAMES
Screen time may be on the rise, but as it turns out, so is good-old-fashioned family fun, with many households naming puzzles and games as musthave items. Whether it’s solving a complicated 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzle or organizing a family checkers tournament, having a well-stocked game room or den is a great idea right now. While everyone’s situation looks a bit different and every household operates in its own unique way, there are certain items with widespread potential to create happier, healthier, more comfortable spaces.
BUG KILLER SPRAY
The last thing people want during quarantine is to share their home with pests. Unfortunately, due to a warm winter and wet spring, the forecast for ants, roaches, mosquitoes and more predicts a very buggy 2020. With so much additional time spent around the house, selecting products without harsh chemicals and odors makes a lot of sense. Zevo Instant Action Sprays with BioSelective Technology use essential oils
Unfortunately, due to a warm winter and wet spring, the forecast for ants, roaches, mosquitoes and more predicts a very buggy 2020.
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3800 S W.S. Young Dr Ste 101 • Killeen, TX Jim Wright, Broker • TX Lic # 277160
HOMES FOR SALE 600 Mustang Trail, Harker Heights 4 Bedrooms • 2.5 Bathrooms • 2,357 sq.ft.
Features: Beautiful and Spacious - 4 Bedroom Home with Cozy Double-sided Fireplace. Bonus office room!
MLS #406488
$255,000
1411 OPAL ROAD, KILLEEN
3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths 1,233 sq.ft.
Features: Updated Flooring and Kitchen.
209 E DEAN, KILLEEN 209 E Dean Apartments Features: 10 unit multi-family apartment complex. Two 1 Bedrooms and eight studio apartments.
CALL ASHLEY at (254) 833-4972
FOR SALE: $120,000 MLS #406306
CALL DENISE at (254)-813-7303 for a private showing.
CALL CRAIG at (254) 681-2109 OR CALL DAWN at (254) 466-0641
FOR SALE: $299,000 MLS #399436
COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES
1120 GOODHUE, KILLEEN
Multi-Family Duplex
This Property is a money-maker. Easy to show with an appointment, one side is vacant for your VA buyer. Seller may consider giving a flooring allowance for Side A living room area. Side A rents for $650.00 with room to increase. TO SEE UNIT A, YOU MUST CALL THE OFFICE EXT. 119 OR E-MAIL ASHLEY@JWCRENTALS.COM
CALL JEAN at (931) 206-2304
FOR SALE: $134,900 MLS #403254
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BAR - RESTAURANT
HEART OF TEXAS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
NEW OFFICE ON STAN SCHLUETER
MEDICAL OFFICES FOR LEASE
RETAIL BUILDING FOR LEASE OR SALE
1914 E VETERANS MEMORIAL BLVD, KILLEEN
2410 E. HIGHWAY 190, COPPERAS COVE
2703 E. STAN SCHLUETER LOOP, KILLEEN
2025 MEMORY LANE, HARKER HEIGHTS
202 E BEELINE LN, HARKER HEIGHTS
GREAT CONDITION. Large barrestaurant with nearly new grease trap, new HVAC units and separate room for parties, built-in bar and large kitchen with walk in cooler. Good Parking next to McDonald’s, on corner of W.S. Young and Hwy 190.
**PRICE REDUCED** Former credit union, fully furnished Class A property. Excellent visibility and acreage, lots of parking, access to Hwy 190 and MLK Blvd. Multiple drive thru lanes can easily convert to additional office space.
This NEW office is 1,145 s.f. and is available immediately and features multiple offices, lobby and private ADA bathroom with vinyl planking flooring.
Have two very nice medical offices in Harker Heights. Both feature multiple exam rooms and doctor’s offices and are set up for medical care. A free-standing building at 625 E. CTE and another at 2025 Memory Lane in Harker Heights.
This 3,800 s.f. building is For Lease for $3,200 a month or For Sale for $395,000. Located at 202 Beeline in Harker Heights, this property is well priced for the size.
CALL JIM WRIGHT at (254) 526-5117 FOR LEASE OR SALE
CALL JIM WRIGHT at (254) 526-5117 FOR LEASE OR SALE
CALL JIM WRIGHT at (254) 526-5117 FOR LEASE
CALL JIM WRIGHT at (254) 526-5117 FOR LEASE
CALL JIM WRIGHT at (254) 526-5117 FOR LEASE OR SALE
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Top Ways to Lighten Up Your Home Workspace
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Many people have found themselves working from home. Whether setting up shop at the kitchen table or creating a complete home office, here are simple hacks to make your new work environment comfortable and productive. “No matter which room becomes your workspace, proper lighting plays a key role in avoiding fatigue, eye strain and other discomforts,” said Jennifer Kis, director of marketing communications, Progress Lighting. Begin by defining your workspace. Setting up on the kitchen or dining table can work -- temporarily. The upside is that it’s quick and easy. But these rooms are typically high-traffic areas, leading to distractions. Plus, you might have to pack up work at mealtimes. Instead, re-purpose a small table and chair and place it in an out-of-the-way spot, such as a stairwell or bedroom corner. Next, think about lighting. Layering light is a basic technique that should be used in every room, but especially home offices. “Balance the lighting for different times of day. Natural light for day, layered light for afternoon and task lighting at night,” recommends Piper Stromatt, lead designer and partner for Curate Custom Homes. “There are three layers of light to consider: ambient or general light, task lighting and decorative or accent lighting.”
Select a location with a good source of ambient light. Natural light is ideal: it diffuses throughout the space, bouncing off walls and ceilings to cut down on glare that can reflect on the computer monitor and the shiny desk surface. “When selecting ambient light sources, the goal is to illuminate the entire space without creating undue glare and contrast, which can lead to headaches and eye strain,” says Kis. “If possible, avoid using overhead ceiling fixtures as the primary source of lighting. If that’s the only option, use a dimmer switch to vary light levels as needed.” Positioning your workspace correctly also helps. For rooms with natural light, place your desk perpendicular to the window, ideally facing north or south so that sunlight doesn’t cast shadows at certain times of the day. If an overhead fixture is the only light source, situate your workstation so that the light shines from behind it. “Make sure your home office suits your performance under particular lighting conditions,” says Stromatt, who recommends the following tips: • Don’t set your monitor in front of the window; the bright background light shining behind the screen causes eye strain.
• Place your chair at least arm’s length from the screen so that it can be seen without reading glasses or squinting. • Add LED tape lighting behind your monitor or under a desk for diffused light. • Use solar shades to soften lighting and lessen heat. After setting up a glare-free workstation, add task lighting. Use dedicated light sources such as desk lamps for tasks like paperwork and filing. Place direct task lights on the opposite side of the hand you write with to avoid casting shadows onto your work. Finally, add accent lighting for visual appeal. Frame your workspace with desk lamps or install a permanent fixture on a dimmer switch, such as a pendant hung directly over the desk. Wall sconces can throw light on decorative objects in the room. For more home tips and lighting inspiration, visit Progress Lighting at www.progressltg.com/shop. Lighting can make or break a home office. Be sure to set yourself up for maximum productivity and comfort.
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