October Real Estate Showcase 2014

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Home dĂŠcor updates

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Cold weather preparations

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Advertiser Index

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Denton Record-Chronicle

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• Beazer Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

• Brandon De La Torre, Ceda Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

• Coldwell Banker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

• CRS Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

• Ebby Halliday, REALTORS®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

• First State Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

• Hermes Insurance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

• Lamb’s Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

• Marla Carrico, REALTOR® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

• Prudence Bayer, REALTOR® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

• RE/MAX Cross Country. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

• Reunion Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

• Sendera Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

• Williams & Williams, REALTORS® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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2424 Bowling Green Street, Denton * UNIQUE, INSPIRING 2,708+ SF... Nestled on .269-Ac corner landscaped grounds * 3 or 4 bdrms * 2.5 baths * 2+ car side entry gar * 1 story * 2 living * FP * 2 bonus rms * Well-equip kit * Updated HVAC system * No HOA * Backs up to N Lake Parks complex—lakes, parks, walking trls, driving range, tennis cts, gym * $129,900 * MLS #13007974... MACE, 940-391-2286

1210 Emerald Sound Blvd, Oak Point * MAGNIFICENT 1.3-ACRE WATERFRONT CHATEAU * 5,400+ sf * 5 bdrms * 4.5 baths * 2+ car gar * Great rm, fp * Library, fp * Billiard rm * Outdr entertainment cntr * Stairway leads to your own private shoreline & sandy beach * No Corp Land * Red. $150K * $790s * Sellers have relocated * Bring all offers * VIRGINIA/JIM, 940-391-2379

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528 Northshore Ln, Valley View * Formerly B&B, wedding venue, & corp event cntr * 21.6 Acs * 6,894+ sf * 3-story * Victorian * 7 bdrms * 5.5 baths * Great rm, 25' stone FP * 2 masters * Pool, gazebo * 4,608+ sf multi-purpose bldg w-kit, wet bar, 6 baths * Sep guest qtrs * Can purchase add’l 17 Acs w-1,445+ sf cottage, 2-2 * BRING ALL OFFERS * MLS #13019437 * EDDIE, 940-368-2043

764 Texas Oak Trl, Lake Dallas * MUCH-SOUGHTAFTER LAKE DALLAS’ THOUSAND OAKS SUBDIVISION... 1,734+ SF * Blt 1996 * Single story * 3 bdrms * 2 baths * 2-car garage * Formals * Great rm w/FP * Chef’s delight island kitchen * Split bdrm arrangement * .199-Ac landscaped grounds * $154,000 * MACE, 940-391-2286

408 S. Hill Street, Pilot Point * RARE VICTORIAN GEM BEEN IN SAME FAMILY 65+ YRS... Facing 3 streets: Hill, White, & S. Morrison * 1.1478+ Acres * Gorgeous century-old trees * 2,258+sf * Wraparound porch * 3 or 4 bdrms * 2 baths * Detached 2-car garage * Sold “As Is” * EDDIE, 940-368-2043

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12 Kramer Ct, Sanger * SANGER’S MOSTSOUGHT-AFTER AREA TO LIVE... 2,561+ SF * 4 bdrms * 2.5 baths * 2+ car garage * Custom * 1-owner * 2-story & Great rm * Upstairs, media/game rm * .3281-Ac landscaped grounds * Oversized covered patio & extra parking for RV/boat * Walk to elementary & high schools * Sellers have already moved * MLS #1219662 * VIRGINIA, 940-391-2379

FM 3002 & Union Grove Rd, Valley View * Across from Johnson Branch State Park * Corner of FM 3002 (Lone Oak Rd) & Union Grove * Road frontage on 3 sides * Surrounded by trees, water, rolling sandy loam pastures * Well * lake * MLS #11976013 * SANDY STALEY, 214-802-3909

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No HOA * Owner financing * Serene lakeside living * All amenities of upscale resort * Secluded estate-size lots w-mature oaks, numerous tanks/ stock ponds * 2,500+ sf minimum * No bldg time limit * Paved roads * Sandy loam soil, riding trails * VIRGINIA, 940-391-2379

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Stay on top of design trends when updating home decor Whether you have a traditionally styled interior or your home sports more contemporary décor, you can stay on top of design trends when refreshing your home’s look.

“Homeowners today are seeking inspiration in regional styles and designs,” says acclaimed designer, Eric Cohler, who has been listed as a top international designer by House Beautiful and Elle Décor magazines. “You don’t have to live in a certain area to catch its vibe.”

From flooring and wall paper to accents like textiles and cabinetry hardware, keeping up with this trend doesn’t have to be a time consuming, laborious or expensive endeavor.

Big Impact Flooring can make a big impact and can complement the regional look you’re hoping to achieve.

For example, consider giving your home an ocean-kissed look with Coastal Living Laminate Flooring from Armstrong. Or

opt for a country, rustic feel with hardwood flooring, such as the HomerWood handscraped floors created by Amish craftsmen.

Persian or Oriental style rugs can give your home a more exotic, eastern flair.

Small Touches “With relatively little effort, you can update your look by swapping out the knobs and handles on your cabinets, credenzas and other furniture,” says Cohler.

Implementing your vision with the right hardware doesn’t have to be a confusing process.

Narrow your search by checking out curated collections of hardware.

For example, the AmerockNOW program makes selection easy. Cohler, who cast his artist’s eye on its collections, categorized them into themed groups that clearly communicate a specific design aesthetic. Themes such as London Undone, Heartland, Lodge and City Beat can

help homeowners identify hardware that resonates with their own home décor.

By keeping two sets of cabinet hardware on hand, you can keep the look fresh in your home with just a screwdriver and an afternoon.

More information about new products as well as design tips and regional trends can be found at www.AmerockNOW.com.

Coordinated Look While you shouldn’t be afraid to fuse classical and contemporary looks, don’t forget to complement the big picture items such as wallpaper and flooring with other design elements, like lighting, wall hangings, cabinet hardware and artwork. Many retailers offer design resources to help you execute whole-home coordination as you turn your vision into a reality.

To stay on trend, consider bringing a regional look to life in your home.

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“Delivering Dreams” Marianne & Gavin

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Your oasis awaits! 5 bedroom (2 down), 3.5 baths, 3-car garage! Gorgeous pool w-waterfall & sep spa backing to treed greenbelt. Remodeled in last 3 years. Hand-scraped wood floors and stairs. Iron balusters, kitchen w-island and granite, lg walk-in pantry open, dinette open to liv area w-rock fp. Tons of storage in utility with huge 2nd walk-in pantry and room for 2 washer-dryers or 2 freezer-fridges, sink in utility. Master with sitting area & rock fp. Beautiful woodwork & crown molding throughout. Upstairs has large living area, huge bedrooms and baths. Updated rock landscaping beds in front. Full sprinklers. View from back is peaceful. Call Marianne and Gavin Lamb today at 940-5910616 for your personal showing. Or see more photos at www.mlamb.com

Impressive 10-acre horse ranch in Argyle ISD. Main house (3,824sf) + guest house (960sf). Perfect for multi-generation family! Beautifully remodeled with granite countertops, travertine-wood floors, stainless steel appliances, custom woodwork, accent lighting. Open floor plan great for entertaining. Bring your cattle or horses, currently Ag Exempt! Call Marianne and Gavin Lamb today at 940-591-0616 for your personal showing. Or see more photos at www.mlamb.com

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Spacious home with 2 living, formal dining area, eat-in kitchen, split bedroom arrangement, 2 full bathrooms, one half-bathroom down, utility room with built-in cabinets, and a LARGE backyard corner lot. All bedrooms have ceiling fans and walk-in closets. Master bathroom features garden jet tub, separate shower, double sinks, linen closet, and walk-in closet. Brick wood-burning fireplace in formal living. Call Marianne and Gavin Lamb today at 940-5910616 for your personal showing. Or see more photos at www.mlamb.com

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POOL! Walk into a beautiful rotunda that opens to formal dining & living room. Living rm features vaulted ceilings, plantation shutters, and a fireplace.

Kitchen w-ample cabinets and counter space, tile backsplash, granite-like countertops, breakfast bar open to the breakfast area that overlooks the pool.

Split bedrooms with the master off the entry, 2 additional bdrms are sep. by game room. Additional parking and landscaped yard, lrg covered patio. Call Marianne and Gavin Lamb today at 940-591-0616 for your personal showing.

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Beauty and a greenbelt for a great price! Lovely Standard Pacific custom home with upgrades! 4 bedrooms with 2.5 baths next to treed greenbelt. Formals as you enter on each side (formal living can be study) leading to large open family room with fireplace. Kitchen open to family room includes granite, bar, island, and loaded with beautiful cabinetry for extra storage. Large dining area. Master bedroom and bath on first floor. Open iron staircase leading to second living area nestled between three bedrooms and full bath up. Call Marianne and Gavin Lamb today at 940-591-0616 for your personal showing. Or see more photos at www.mlamb.com

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Keep your COOL—New a-c inside/outside in 2014. 3 bedroom, 2 baths. Formal dining and 2nd living at front of home, kitchen in middle with island, large family room in back. Priced below market for quick sell. Investor could lease for approx. $1,425. Needs partial new flooring, some paint. Rear living and 1 bedroom have wood laminate flooring—good condition. Owner has cer tile for new buyer to install in baths. Fenced backyard. Iron gated area front porch. Call Marianne and Gavin Lamb today at 940-591-0616 for your personal showing. Or see more photos at www.mlamb.com

1541 Stoneway Dr. $59,900 Your chance to be on an acre homesite.

Modular home needs a little TLC but tons of space and square footage. Bank has priced this one to sell quickly, so don’t wait... Call now! Call Marianne and Gavin Lamb today at 940-591-0616 for your personal showing. Or see more photos at www.mlamb.com

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8 How to be more efficient in your garage Most everyone has a couple of tricks up their sleeve that make chores and tasks simpler.

You likely have a few of your own -- and once you develop a superior method of ticking off a to-do list item, it can be difficult to remember what your life was like before.

Here are a few such “lifehacks” straight from automotive experts, that you may not have thought of yourself, that can make your time in your garage more efficient and effective.

• Better organization: A well-maintained garage is a more pleasant place to work and can boost your efficiency. If your shovels, spades and other yard tools are stacked in a precarious pile, it’s time to create a better system.

Freelance automotive writer and photographer Maxwell Matthewson suggests screwing a ripped sheet of plywood to the studs of your shop or garage to hold yard and auto tools verti-

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cally and out of the way.

• Spark plugs in a snap: It can be tricky to remove spark plugs from hard to reach or extreme heat locations. The experts at JR Motorsports suggest attaching a vacuum to a length of rubber hose. With the proper size hose, this same method also works for nuts and bolts.

• Play favorites: Working on your vehicle? Don’t dig to find your favorite tools, says Tom Gerrald of Tripp Gerrald Motorsports.

Save time when looking for the right wrench by using tape to color code the tools you reach for first.

• Stay in place: The professionals at JR Motorsports mark their nuts and bolts with a paint pen to ensure they haven’t moved or become loose.

• Share: Have your own DIY tips for the garage? Don’t keep them to yourself. Valvoline, the producer of automotive products, is spotlighting the creative

"hacks" DIYers around the country are using to make life easier in the garage.

Submit your best ideas, tips and tricks that demonstrate how to improvise and boost efficiency, using the #GarageHacks hashtag at www.Facebook.com/ Valvoline, www.Twitter.com/ Valvoline and www.Instagram.com/Valvoline.

The best submissions will receive one of four $500 gift cards to the Valvoline store.

Submissions should include a photo and brief description related to organizing your workspace, changing motor oil or general automotive maintenance and repair. Visit http:// bit.ly/GarageHacks for full contest rules and details.

Is your time in the garage well-spent? With the right tricks, you can innovate the way you restore your ride, make home upgrades and maintain your yard.

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Prepping your home for cold weather pays off Preparing your home for colder weather can help ensure your family stays warm and safe, as well as save you money on energy-related costs and potential damage to your home’s structure.

“I recommend homeowners do a thorough home inspection at least every five years,” says Tom Capuano, a franchisee of Pillar To Post Home Inspectors, North America’s largest home inspection franchise. The experts at Pillar To Post recommend homeowners take the following steps to cover their bases.

Doors and Windows If you can feel cool air coming through the bottom of the door, replace the weather stripping and door sweeps to save about one-third of your average annual heating and cooling costs. Next, caulk drafty windows and replace old single-pane windows with thicker, more modern versions. Install storm windows and insulate walls and attics.

Chimney and Flue Annual inspections of the

chimney and flue minimize the threat of chimney fires. Additionally, add a chimney cap to keep out moisture and ensure your chimney has an appropriate liner to separate system emissions from the home’s structure. Inspect and maintain chimney flashing.

Outdoor Areas Ensure gutters and downspouts are flowing freely. Clogs can cause water to make contact with the foundation walls of your home and creep under your roofing.

Seal cracks in your home’s foundation to prevent moisture intrusion. Seal decks and fences to prevent the wood from rotting.

The roof takes the brunt of the cold weather, so repair leaks, however minor, and replace loose shingles.

Winterize pipes with insulation, especially those that are exposed to the elements or located in unheated areas. Know where your water shut-off valves are located so they can be turned off in

case of a pipe leak.

Trim tree branches that could potentially fall onto your home or driveway. Check with your local municipality about regulations.

Thermostats Programmable thermostats can cut energy bills by $100 or more each year. For every degree your thermostat is adjusted, you can save up to one percent on energy bills.

In-Home Leaks Repair leaking faucets and toilets, which can add up to 20 gallons of water per person per day. Also consider low-flush toilets and showerheads.

Low-flush toilets use less than 1.6 gallons of water per flush and low-flow showerheads use up to 36 percent less water.

Some local water department offer rebates for making the upgrade.

If you don’t have the time or knowledge to inspect your home for problem areas, certified home inspectors can quickly check all areas of your home and

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will give you a report of your home’s condition. For example, Pillar To Post offers home inspection reports detailing up to 1,600 key components of a home’s condition so you can take a preventative approach to problems.

More information about home inspections can be found at www.pillartopost.com.

Home inspections and prepping for the cool weather can help protect your family and your pocketbook.

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Fort Worth ~ GREAT LOCATION!

Aubrey ~ LARGE WRAPAROUND FRONT PORCH

Flower Mound ~ VERY WELL MAINTAINED!

This beautiful home features an office with French doors or nursery. Formal living and dining. Large family room overlooking gracious backyard.

Enjoy community swimming pool with play pool and playground just two houses down for your convenience. $169,900 Call Dave Ryer 972-317-9408

Wonderful home in fabulous community. Entertain in open living and dining area next to kitchen. One of few area homes featuring 3.5 baths on corner lot overlooking playground. Live in resort-like community! $173,500 Call Dirk Dahlke 972-322-2171

Clean, bright, very well-maintained home in Flower Mound. Elementary school in the neighborhood, parks, jogging trail and NO mandatory HOA! Living areas are HUGE! Gallery kitchen open to family room and filled with sunshine from the east-facing windows to see the well-groomed backyard with open extended patio. $190,000 Call Debbie Lief 682-551-5305

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Flower Mound ~ SPACIOUS DREES HOME

Flower Mound ~ FABULOUSLY UPDATED 1 STORY!

Flower Mound ~ NEW GRANITE!

Updated in 2013, this home has room for everyone! Two living plus study and island kitchen with granite. Master suite is huge and bedroom off master is perfect for nursery or workout room. $250,000 Call Charlotte Wilcox 214-808-8612

Beautiful 1-acre lot w/well, 4 bdrms, 3 bths, 3-car garage, wd flrs, spacious living areas, jetted tub and fp in lrg master suite. Huge gourmet kit w/ granite ctops, dbl ovens, ss applc, tons of storage & cathedral ceiling. Custom details & upgrades abound! Call Dottie at 214-212-1919 for details.

Flower Mound acreage, 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath with new granite, fixtures & mirrors. New granite & backsplash in kitchen, well for sprinklers, 2 fireplaces, tile throughout, parking pad for RV/boat. $365,000 Call Cindy 940-231-1004

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Lantana ~ GOLF COURSE LIVING!

Highland Village ~ HIGHLAND SHORES

Oak Point ~ CHARMING HOME

Custom 5-3-2 one story on third-acre lot. Gourmet kitchen, split bedrooms, closets galore, 2 fireplaces, built-ins & more. Lrg master suite with fabulous bathroom. Lrg covered patio, huge yard! Walk to the pond, jogging trail & tennis courts. $389,000 Call Lisa Riney-Healy 972-317-5151

Charming clapboard, shingle and stone home. Custom built on 2 acres.

Two large sheds with air, heat and electric as well as fenced area for pets.

Property completely fenced. Heavily treed property offering a slice of serenity. Natural light galore. Mud room and screened porch. 2 open patios. Rural paradise. $439,000 Call Dan Staples 972-317-9437

Spectacular Newport home! Everything says elegance and style in this decorator’s delight. Study with fireplace and sitting area, 2-story family room, electric shades, master retreat, game room, exercise room, mud room, and media room with equipment included. Outside grilling, covered living area and fire pit. $454,000 Call Ron Morris 972-317-9400

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Justin ~ HORSE PROPERTY - 20+ ACRES

Copper Canyon ~ GORGEOUS NEW CONSTRUCTION ON 3 ACRES

Copper Canyon ~ BRING YOUR HORSES!

Beautiful brick and stone home with vaulted ceilings, wood beams, loads of hand-scraped hardwoods & stain grade molding. The oversize gourmet kitchen will make the cook very happy. Split master with study for privacy, outdoor living and a barn with 6 stalls-mats, fenced-cross fenced with pond and well to the trinity. $790,000 Call Sherry Griffin 214-794-6045

BRAND NEW BEAUTY! Exterior stucco, brick, stone. Set on 3 beautiful acres w/ circle drive & pond views. Hardwood floors. Soaring ceiling in huge lv rm w/ gas FP & windows looking out to 2 porches. Gorgeous island kitchen w/ granite, commercial grade gas range with pot filler. Master BR & Roman-style bath have their own wing! $799,900 Call Gary 972-317-9401

Hard-to-find acreage in Copper Canyon with barn and arena. 3 ponds, not to mention gorgeous home with great floorplan, outdoor kitchen and living areas. Pool with rock water slide and foundation features, playhouse and playscape. 3rd floor man cave, full media room, game room, study niche. Great storage! $1,290,000 Call Tracey Clifton 972-317-9424

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Quick, easy ways to add warmth to your home this fall We all get bored from time to time and want to change things up. While it’s easy to add items to your wardrobe or try a new hairstyle, it may not always feel as easy to change the look and feel of your home.

You may not realize small, quick updates to your home can make a big impact -- and changing things seasonally can keep things fresh. With that in mind, here are a few ways to give your home a fall makeover without a complete overhaul.

Swap out Art Who says you have to keep the same things hanging on the walls all year round? By swapping out extra pieces of art and family photographs, you can give your walls a new look without much time or effort. Need inspiration? Think about using warm fall colors like reds and gold.

Add Some Warmth You can add some warmth to any room with a few touches.

Toss a woolen throw blanket over the couch or armchair in

the den.

To quickly add some soft lighting and fragrance to your home, try a wax melt, which has a strong fragrance throw. For example, Yankee Candle’s new Scenterpiece collection of over 35 different fragrances is unlike conventional candles, as they are cool to the touch, making it easy to quickly swap the fragrance by lifting one cup out and dropping another one in -- no cooling, scraping, pouring or touching wax required.

Additionally, the brand offers a variety of more than 20 candle warmers that match every type of décor.

More information about how to warm up your home with fragrance can be found at www.YankeeCandle.com.

Spruce Up the Outdoors Seasonal décor on the outside of your home can lend the exterior festive flair.

As the weather cools, make your home cozier by adding seasonal touches to your home.

-StatePoint

Marla Carrico, Realtor® Carrico and Associates Realtors 1421 N. Elm Street, Suite 105 • Denton, TX 940-387-6800 • www.marlacarrico.com

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8212 Clear River ~ Denton

729 Valley View Ct ~ Argyle

Charming 3 bed, 2 bath home in a country setting in Aubrey. Nice kitchen open to family room. Bedrooms are roomy w/ great closet space. It has a storage room at the back of the home. The lot is spacious and has a large, producing pecan tree on it. There is no garage, but it has three parking spots. It is close to Lake Ray Roberts, the greenbelt, ball fields, the elem. school and more. New carpet and paint throughout. $129,500

3 bedroom, 2 bath home in River Oaks. Wood floors and stained concrete in the kitchen. Kitchen is open to the living room. Utility room is just off the kitchen with custom built-in cabinets - makes a great walk-in pantry! Master suite overlooking the backyard and big walkin closet. Separate from additional 2 bedrooms. Spacious backyard.

Community pool, park and walking trail! Home is occupied by tenants who move out Oct. 15th. To be professionally cleaned. $154,500.

One-of-a-kind 4 bedroom, 4 bath home with a heated pool and spa in Argyle! This home has a contemporary feel, gorgeous views, and lots of natural light. This home has a circle driveway and is located on a cul-de-sac. Open kitchen, study, 2 living areas, and a formal dining room. Beautiful patios, perfect for entertaining! Oversized garage and separate workshop. $729,000.

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2500 Valley View ~ Corinth

3 bedroom, 2 bath home in Corinth. City convenience with a country feel. Large fenced-in backyard with a great covered patio. Both a double and single gate.

Large trees, huge corner lot, large closets -- double closets in master, lots of windows, wood-burning brick fireplace with hearth. Home is well cared for and maintained. Owners will have carpets professionally cleaned and stretched after move-out. New roof goes on in approximately two weeks. $144,000

1799 Karas Way ~ Sanger This is a great 6 acres of fenced property in Sanger conveninent to I35. Amazing shop with tons of storage space with plenty of room for your cars and toys. 2 bed, 1 bath mobile home is fully covered with an awning. $129,900

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Complete country living! 2 homes, 1 pond, 10 acres. Main home has hardwoods, split bedrooms, 2 LAs, gourmet kitchen! Stocked pond is between homes. 2nd house is 1,360 sq ft., expansive LR, 2 beds +bath. 30x35 workshop.

Call Patrice Easley 817-797-1449

This beautiful 3-4 bedroom home has lots of appeal with 2 LAs, open floor plan, and master down. Plus pool, corner lot, and 3-car garage!

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$369,900

Beautiful custom home on a treed lot! Attention to detail, split formals, built-in bookcases, spacious dining room. Family room has vaulted beamed ceilings, fireplace, and a wall of windows that overlook backyard!

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Best deal in Estates of Forrestridge! Great pool, spa, outdoor kitchen and pergola! Formal living and dining areas, master plus one bedroom downstairs! Upstairs are three bedrooms, two baths, and a game room deluxe!

Call Laura Brewer 940-367-0329

$475,000

464 CR 319

3,000+ sq ft Daniel Boone log home features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Great room and master bedroom feature 19-ft ceilings. Custom iron handrails showcase the loft and staircase. Open floor plan with lots of windows.

Call Sue Cogdell at 940-390-3264

$294,900

Home is on 10 acres fenced. Recent updates including fresh paint, tile, carpeting, stainless appliances, and two 4-ton 16-SEER heat pumps.

Large bonus room plus metal shop with loafing shed and stall tack room.

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505 Williams St.

Custom-built home + lots of extras! The backyard, outdoor living area, and pool/spa will sell this home.

Inside are well-appointed appliances and fixtures, slate fireplace, split bedrooms, formal living and dining, game room, and study.

Call Laura Brewer 940-367-0329

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This home is worth seeing! Vintage charm at a small town price. Hardwood floors, two fireplaces, claw foot tub, French doors, wide trim, large windows, exposed brick, and wood siding.

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$275,000

Great home on 4.91 acres! Fenced and crossfenced, loafing shed, sandy loam soil, and workshop! 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, all solid-surface flooring, and all-electric home! Fresh paint and a metal roof! Move-in ready!

Call Sue Cogdell 940-390-3264

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What to know when redoing your home’s flooring Whether you’re purchasing a home or remodeling your current one, floors are perhaps the biggest piece of your home investment puzzle. They’re also the literal base from which all other design choices are made.

You may think you know exactly what you’re looking for, but innovations in home flooring have expanded and improved options.

Before making a major home improvement decision, do your research.

Carpeting Carpets are cozy, but can be difficult to maintain if used in areas subject to stains and moisture. If you have pets or children, consider avoiding carpet entirely.

If you do carpet your home, use dark colors to create a cozier feel and lighter colors to make spaces feel larger. Planning ahead? Strong, bold colors may limit your future options when repainting walls or changing furniture.

Engineered Flooring Wood-based engineered

flooring has come a long way from its mid-1990s introduction to the United States. As recently as five years ago, faux wood flooring looked just that -- fake.

Now they’ve actually become a preferred look for many homeowners, thanks to design improvements.

“Today’s engineered floors have the beauty and durability of solid wood, and are available in every color and style you can walk upon,” says Tom Wood, president of Atlanta-based franchisor Floor Coverings International. “For the budget-conscious, they can provide a solid long-term investment and resale

value.”

Engineered flooring is comprised of wood layers stacked cross-grain and bonded together under heat and pressure. This process makes them stain resistant and more durable where pets’ claws and children’s toys are concerned. Additionally, they’re built to resist humidity and can be installed on any level of your home -- even a basement.

“There is also a big ecofriendly aspect to newly engineered floors. Wood veneer uses far less wood than solid hardwood floors,” says Sandy Stratton, the franchisee for Floor

Coverings International servicing the northwest suburbs of Minneapolis. Stratton has a background in architectural engineering and interior design.

Eco-friendly options on the market include laminate made from recycled wood fiber, bamboo, cork, natural linoleum, sisal fiber area rugs, seagrass and coir mats (made from coconut husks) -- along with stones, tiles, carpeting and natural wood.

Hardwood Regular sweeping is generally all that’s needed to keep hardwood flooring looking great in the short-term.

However, periodic refinish-

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ing and repairing may be required. Additionally, footsteps and ambient echoes can cause rooms with hardwood flooring to be noisy. In general, wood flooring is not recommended for rooms subject to moisture exposure.

If you do plan to use hardwood, consider sustainable options. For example, Floor Coverings International offers hardwood flooring that’s certified by the non-profit Cradle-to-Cradle Silver, is eligible for green building Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design credits, and meets Greenguard Environmental Institute’s indoor air quality requirements.

More information about flooring options can be found at www.FloorCoveringsInternational.com.

Floors are a foundation and a focal point in every room. From hardwood and tile to durable engineered wood floors to luxury vinyl planks, there is a beautiful and sturdy floor out there for every home.

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Looking to Buy, Sell, Lease a Home, or Need a Property Manager? Please call Josh White.

3220 Brooke ~ Denton 3/2/2. WON’T LAST! Great home close to Evers Elementary. $129,000.

Call Josh White for more information 940-390-9518.

2208 Longmeadow 4/2/2. Two-story home with nice backyard. $169,000. Call Josh White for more information 940-390-9518

8866 Hickory 3 houses. $244,000.

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GET MORE IN A NEW HOME Pricing, features and availability subject to change without notice. See New Home Counselor for complete details. © 2014 Beazer Homes.

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Tips for haunting your house this Halloween 15 Halloween trails only behind Christmas when it comes to spending on decorations. Americans spent an estimated $6.9 billion on Halloween in 2013, according to the National Retail Federation.

You can make more of your Halloween spending with a few spooky tips. Larry Kirchner, operator of the world’s numberone rated haunted house, “The Darkness” in St. Louis, Missouri and owner of Hauntworld.com -- a resource for building haunts, and a national directory of haunted houses, corn mazes, hayrides, and pumpkin patches -- offers advice from his 25 years of experience building professional Halloween attractions.

Spooky Façade Give your home’s façade the abandoned, dusty look by spinning cobwebs and creepifying doors and windows.

Hang aged and shredded curtains and add lights to each window. Change outdoor lights with flicker bulbs. Add spooky sounds for atmosphere. Lastly, you can purchase affordable computer graphic effects from HauntedHouseSupplies.com and with a TV pressed into your window, add anything from ghosts to werewolves to ghouls to your haunt.

Cemetery Let the leaves collect for a few weeks in your yard. Add a gothic fence and a few zombies popping up through the ground.

Add jute material or aged cheesecloth to your fence. Adding dead bodies under trees or creepy birds helps set the scene.

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knife to carve foam into shapes, and even add an epitaph. To give the tombstone a real stone look, coat in plaster or lightweight concrete. Two simple doll rods driven into the ground can hold the tombstone in place. For a coffin, nail together 1x6 and 2x2 pine boards. For the extra effect, add mulch in front of the tombstones or use paving bricks in the shape of a grave filled with mulch.

Spooky Maze Empty the garage and set up

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walls to create two to three scary scenes. If your garage isn’t big enough, start the attraction inside and have it exit into the backyard graveyard. Start by sketching a design. You can build simple walls from plywood or drywall.

For the old rotting look, cut odd shapes into the walls and screw in thin slats of wood behind the cut out holes. For best results, cake on plaster between the slats, then use raised wallpaper for the rest. Paint the entire

wall one color and add some watered down black paint for an aged look.

Eerie Effects Spooky sounds, special effects and lighting make all the difference. Play a spooky soundtrack from a movie or find music online.

Buy a couple of cheap skeleton speakers, available online for as low as $10. For home haunters on a budget, air cannons or any loud noise are great for scares. Create special effects

with fog machines and air compressors. Finally, dress up in your spookiest costume and make your guests scream for candy!

To prepare for next year, stock up on deeply discounted props the day after Halloween.

For more inspiration on Halloween or haunted houses, visit www.Hauntworld.com.

This year, go beyond the basics and give your neighborhood a real scare!

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79 ACRES CRAFTONREDUCED $4500 PER ACRE Awesome property in great area! Perfect for your dream home. Property has lots of large oak trees and a beautiful pond. Wildlife galore!

The possibilities for this property are endless!

Electric already in place fenced and cross fenced.

Come and enjoy the country.

525 ACRES - FORESTBURG This property is recreational paradise. Everything that you are looking for in that perfect weekend hunting spot or second home. Lots of oak brush, trees, and creek gives way to that perfect deer haven along with turkey, bobcats and hogs.

Bring your ATV lots of trails and elevation changes. This property has all the potential and is waiting for you.

1065 ACRES - NOCONA Beautiful ranch with improved grass. Lots of roll, creek, trees and several ponds. Home is 3/2 with pool and has beautiful views of the entire ranch. Property is also perfectly set up for a cow/calf operation or a yearling operation. Barn, covered working pens, hydraulic shoot and feed bunkers makes this a highly productive cattle ranch. Everything is here you don’t have to bring anything but the stock.

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$143,000

Fantastic curb appeal including established crape myrtles & covered entryway. Beautiful interior arches. Spacious eat-in kitchen w/woodedged countertops, deep brown cabinetry, & window seat for beauty & function. Oversized pantry/utility room. Great storage throughout home. Cozy wood-burning FP w/gas starter. Generous, private backyard.

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$235,000

Flower Mound

$339,900

$10K update allowance w/acceptable offer! Fabulous 5/3 home on cul-de-sac lot w/master & 2 bedrooms down. FR is open to kitchen w/2-story ceiling, double-stacked windows, & brick FP. Kitchen has built-in oven & tons of storage. Master offers crown molding & bath w/separate vanities & jetted tub. Upstairs—large gameroom & 2 bedrooms. Oversized backyard. CODE: 2717FORD

$249,900

This 4/2.5 home offers arched doorways, an open floor plan, slate floors, wood floors, & many upgrades. Kitchen has black appliances and builtin microwave and is open to family room. Master is inviting w/vaulted ceiling, windows to view backyard, & bath w/dual sinks & garden tub.

Spacious game room & 3 nice-sized bedrooms upstairs. Backyard is oversized w/open patio & storage shed. CODE: 2432TELL

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$220,000

One-of-a-kind home nestled among a canopy of trees which shades the property from the hot Texas sun. Enjoy the backyard patio & large trees which provide the necessary cover for those weekend cookouts. Home has 2 large living areas, 2 dining areas, a great kitchen & storage around almost every corner. Large master suite with sitting area & grand vaulted ceiling. CODE: 905SKYL

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$162,000

BRAND NEW CARPET—JULY 2014! Flexible floor plan w/generous living areas on each level. Kitchen & breakfast area open to living space w/soaring ceilings & recent laminate flooring. Oversized counters make great serving & preparation areas. Premier community of Sendera Ranch situated on the edge of the Alliance Corridor. Amenities include pools, parks & expansive greenbelts. CODE: 1229ARTE

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This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home shows like a model. Designated separate study, formal dining, see-thru fireplace with sunroom. Upgraded kitchen with breakfast bar, pull-out faucet, tile backsplash, & butler’s pantry.

Designer paint & updated lighting. Large master with his-&-her closets.

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Fabulous well-maintained 4/2.5 home offers crown molding & vaulted ceiling. Family room has tall ceiling, double-stacked windows, FP, & dry bar. Kitchen has island, tile countertops, built-in MW & oven, flat cooktop, & walk-in pantry. Master w/sitting area & bath w/dual vanity, frameless shower, garden tub. Backyard pool, attached spa, & plenty grassy area CODE: 2708LAKE

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Rarely does the opportunity come along to own a piece of American history & a true treasure of Cooke County’s epitaph. Words fall short of the true glory of this 1895 Victorian manor in the heart of the historical district. Take a trip back in time as you tour this masterpiece & take in the splendor that is The Conson Graham House. CODE: 203CHURC

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$679,000

Custom 1 story on 3 heavily treed acres in Copper Canyon! Home offers atrium, skylight, wall of windows, stone fireplace, tall ceilings. Kitchen w/granite ctops, island, SS appliances. Spacious master w/wood floors & glass doors to pool area. Backyard has diving pool, spa, cabana w/ hot tub & sauna. Detached 4-car garage. 2-stall barn with tack room.

CODE: 1360PILO

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