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Porter Ave

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Thank you for your sacrifice.

2635 Beaurue $279,500 Call Tracey Veal 405-833-5475

Our hearts go out to all those who have family and friends who suffered losses in the recent tornadoes.

MLS # 264136

MLS # 263412

4661 W Two Lakes $434,900 Call Tony Graham 405-740-2034

318 Treyton Ave (Noble) $194,500 Call Judy Moss 405-397-5444

3900 E. Cedar $450,000 Call Tracey 405-833-5475

2417 Birmingham #208,000 Call Tony Graham 405-740-2034

MLS # 263433

MLS# 263951

2908 Sandstone $176,000 Call Keith Gasaway 405-627-9511 MLS #263568

MLS # 261172

5445 12 Ave NW $499,900 Call Andy Newman 405-630-7058

421 Clearview (Washington) $174,900 Call Andy Newman 405-630-7058

3123 Creekwood $144,900 Call Tara Latham 405-641-0232

MLS # 263046

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12100 Chesterfield OKC $192,550 Call Jody Yeager 405-802-4418 MLS# 259301

MLS# 260533

2509 Hollywood $237,500 Call Barbara Canfield 405-823-6074 MLS #261152

www.centennialrealtors.com 360-0303

1231 Douglas Cir. $184,900 Call Bill Bray 405-620-1365 MLS# 263389

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NORTHWEST

4304 BROWNWOOD

B-2

OPEN SUNDAY 2-4

(I-35 and Tecumseh, west to 36th, north to Carrington Lane, west to Brownwood on corner.)

POPULAR LANCASTER PLAN with all new carpet! Beautiful wood floors, bonus room upstairs, huge kitchen with granite island, open and split floor plan, high ceilings, tandem garage. Wonderful neighborhood pool, clubhouse and playground. $364,900. Call Mark McCurdy @ 410-7711. #263988

DON CIES REAL ESTATE, INC. www.DonCies.com 329-0256 212 PECAN VALLEY E-3 OPEN SAT & SUN 12-5

(From Tecumseh Rd. and Porter go south to Highland Village entrance. West to Tara, right to Marbel, and south to Pecan Valley.)

QUALITY CONSTRUCTION BY Skyridge Homes. Beautiful 5 bedroom home with lots of extras, including granite, gas cook-top, hardwood floor, built-in shelving, sprinkler system and more. $275,000. Call Mahnaz @ 979-7462. #262128

DON CIES REAL ESTATE, INC. www.DonCies.com 329-0256 3000 LOCHINVER E-3 OPEN SAT. & SUN. 12-6 WESTPOINT HOMES’ SHOWCASE HOME IS A MUST SEE! As your walk thru this open design and see the colors you will have a warm, at home feel. This 3 bedroom, 2 ½ bath home has special features such as a study with beautiful bookshelves and wood flooring, a mudroom, decorative tile work and so much more.

WESTPOINT HOMES 3001 LOCHINVER

westpoint-homes.com 366-0000 E-3 OPEN MON-FRI 1-6, SAT 2-5

(North on Porter Ave, past Rock Creek Road, turn left into Highland Village, then go right onto Lochinver.)

THIS SHOWCASE HOME has the best in quality, detail and value for your new home.

It features 3 beds, study or 4th bed, dining with open chef style kitchen, granite counters, real Oak hard wood floors throughout main Muirfield Homes can do for your family. Host: Scott Williams

MUIRFIELD HOMES

swilliams@muirfieldhomes.net

760-1330

516 QUIDNET

NORTHEAST F- 3

OPEN SUN 2-4

(In the Vineyard Addition- On Porter Ave. North of Rock Creek Rd or South of Tecumseh Rd. Enter through the Covered Bridge at The Vineyard E trance go east on Nantucket Blvd make a right on Quidnet, the house is on the corner in the Phase III section of the addition.)

JUST COMPLETED! A BEAUTIFUL NEW HOME IN THE VINEYARD! Built by C.A.McCarty Construction an inviting and spacious two story home is 3426+/- sq ft includes a large finished bonus room. Features of this home include a vaulted great room, open kitchen with breakfast area, a gathering room with fireplace, formal dining, study; oak hardwood floors. You will love the downstairs master suite and spacious master bath! Upstairs is 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths and bonus room. The home has a 3 car garage and many other amenities. Call Sherry for appt 694-0734 or Visit us this Sunday!

C.A.MCCARTY CONSTRUCTION 1500 FAWN RUN CROSSING

camccartyconstruction.com G-3

310-3210

OPEN SUN-MON 1-5, TUES-SAT 11-5

(From Rock Creek Road and 12th Ave NE, go east to Queenston. Turn left - Show home islocate on the SE corner of Queenston and Fawn Run Crossing.)

YOU’LL LOVE THE pond, walking trails and playground with basketball court. Full brick NEW HOMES in NE Norman. Deerfield Addition. Amenities include Energy Star, Whirlpool Appliances, Ceramic Tile, Builder also pays Closing Costs (restrictions apply).

Starting in the $130’s. Hostess: Peggy Darr

DILLARD GROUP

www.peggydarr.com

642-0549

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SOUTHWEST

2321 RIVERCROSS CT.

OPEN SUN 2-4

(3/10 Miles to South of the Interstection of Hwy 9 & 24th Ave. SW (Atwoods) to Rivercross Ct. West Norman.)

CRAFTSMAN/BUNGALOW STYLE PATIO HOME. Open floor plan with large Master Suite. 7’ double vanity & oversized shower with rain head. Cozy 1760 sq ft 3bd2bth-2car that lives much bigger. On a private culdesac by large city park. A great place to walk the dogs or play with the kids. 7 occupied homes and 4 more lots for custom builds. Homes range from $195,000 to $250,000 and start at 1750 to 2500 sq ft. Lots start at $40,000. This one has: Brick & Shake Exterior, 16 SEER A/C, 95%+ Gas Heat, Granite surfaces throughout, Walk-in pantry, Gas Fireplace, Alarm, 9’ & 10’ Ceilings, Low E, double pane, tilt in vinyl windows, covered back porch, lots of closet and storage space. Meets ONG “One in Energy New Home Program.”

Host: John Proctor -Builder/Developer.

SURELY CONSTRUCTION 3920 PRESIDIO DR

641-2651 OPEN SAT & SUN 1-4

F-9

(Highway 9 East to 12th Ave. S.E turn right. Go to Skylar Way take left. Turn right on Presidio Dr.)

BEAUTIFUL NEW HOME 1875 square feet. Three bedrooms and a study. Quality built and very pretty. A Must See! $204,750 Hostess: Claudia

DAVINCI HOMES

318 TREYTON

DaVinciHomesOK.com

659-4665

NOBLE

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 1-3

(From Norman, south on Hwy 77 to Woodbriar, turn east to 4th, then north to Treyton, property on corner.)

BRAND NEW HOME on corner lot in Rolling Meadows addition. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths + study, 3 car garage. Granite counters in kitchen and baths. Gas stove top, microwave, breakfast bar & pantry & stainless steel appliances. Beautiful wood floors in living area. High efficiency furnace & 16 seer AC. $194,500 Hostess: Judy Moss

CENTENNIAL REAL ESTATE

judymoss01@gmail.com

397-5444

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What to look for when buying real estate

By Phoebe Chongchua RealtyTimes.com

The first thing that most of us think of is the adage... "location, location, location".

While that is certainly very critical, there are many other things to consider when buying real estate. Here are some universal guidelines.

• How long you intend to stay in a home. This is an important question to consider because moving is quite expensive.

If you're in a temporary job and may soon be relocating to another city or even state, renting rather than owning might be a better option.

While none of us entirely knows how our future will play out, understanding how long you expect to stay in your home allows you the chance to decide how large a home you want. If you're a young couple,

a home that is able to grow with you might be appealing.

Whether you're buying a home to live in or as a rental, the next series of tips can help in either circumstance.

What makes a home more comfortable to its owners can also make it more attractive to renters.

• Job market. It's always a good idea to check the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics to see how the employment is in an area that you are considering purchasing a home.

Areas with lower unemployment, of course, are most attractive. The greater the demand for jobs in an area, the more likely home prices are to go up.

• Check area vacancies. This may not seem that important if you're planning to live in the home but actually this is a good thing to know even if you don't rent your home.

If there are lots of

vacancies compared to surrounding areas, there could be a slowing in the market. If you're planning to rent the home, you'll want to make sure that you have enough savings to cover expenses any time when your home

sits vacant. If the market is slowing, there could be a period of several months before you get a quality tenant in place. Being prepared will ease the stress.

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police. Crime in an area isn't always detectable right away from a few visits to your potential home. Do a little digging. Ask questions.

Investigate the neighborhood. Some areas may look okay but may have a high crime rate.

It's best to understand the neighborhood you might soon call home. • Natural disasters.

Believe it or not, some people like a home so much that they disregard the natural disasters in the area. This isn't to say that buyers should say, "Well, I can't buy a home in California because they have occasional earthquakes." Rather, some buyers are willing to gamble big time.

For instance, they are willing to buy homes that are located on

Saturday, May 25, 2013 unstable cliffs where the cliffs are eroding year after year.

Insurance... if you can get it... will certainly be higher. Natural disaster-prone areas such as flood zones may require additional insurance and a strong stomach to endure the stress.

Ultimately, what to

look for when buying real estate is about considering the things that will matter not just in this moment but in the years to come.

Having a good strong foundation beneath your home and a safe neighborhood are key components to creating a happy homeownership and good investment.

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Homes

Sales Homes

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106 E. SYMMES 1350 sf, 2 or 3 Bdrm. 1 Bath, CH/A 1 Blk S of Courthouse $155,000 Call: 405-514-5388

1200sq’ • Brick Home Purcell 1025 London Lane, 3bd/2bth/1Car Garage, Utility Room, with fenced yd. $87,500.

Jeoll Gray 620-4651 1409 Sebastiani Circle • Norman FSBO: Move in Ready Eastside Location. 3/2/2 with Fire Place.

1445sq’ mol, Newer appliances, AC, Roof & Carpet. Storage Building & Cellare. $129,000.

321-1339 or 321-1475

1908 Pendleton Dr 1430sf. 3/2/2 new roof, carpet, new ss appl,granite kithen & bath tops. fresh int&ext paint, etc. $129,900. Call 405-388-9553.

4bd/2ba/2car 1855 sq ft, 2.5 acres, Crestview Farms Add., Washington School District, $169,999.00 405-320-4267 or 405-320-4272 Expedited delivery and free upgrades for storm victims.

Nice used homes - lowest prices.

Sherlockmobilehomes.net 405-386-5444 FSBO: West Moore Schools, 3/2/2, 1636q’ Custom Built 2000. Ex.Cond corner lot. New Roof. $148,500.

405 820-2955 • 405 623-4365 New Patio Home - West Norman Just completed. You can pick the carpet for this 1760 sq ft. 3bed/2 bath home. Custom amenities with granite throughout. Open plan with lots of storage. 2321 Rivercross Ct Norman. $207,500. Pictures at openhouseok.com & Open House Sunday 2-4. By Builder 641-2651.

Nice 2 bedroom brick home with fenced back yard. Priced at appraised value. 507 Johnson, Lexington, OK. Call 405-250-9909

510

18100 Cemetery Road

3 BR/2 BA Single Family. Peaceful 40 acres with 1652 sq ft home. Includes 50x30 concrete floor barn. 18100 Cemetery Rd, Lexington, OK 73051. Price negotiable. Contact: Patrick 405-420-5431 For Sale by Owner $135,000. Virtua Tour: http://s1107.photobucket.com/use r/jenmgay/slideshow/Lexington%20Farm. Call (405) 420-5431

Manufactured Homes

515

$9999 CASH Used Singlewide 405-634-4812 BIG DADDY Singlewide, Tape Texture, special intro pricing 405-634-4812

610

1306 Cherry Stone 4Bd/1.75Bth/2Car $1400/mo + $1200/dep.

Call 321-0024 2020 Dakota, 3Bd/2Bth/2Car, CH&A. Stove, fridge, w/d hook ups.

Wood floors. $875/mo + deposit.

321-2028.

2612 Quanah Parker • Avail 6/1 3Bd/1.5Bth/1Car, D/W, Appl’s W/D HkUps, Fenced, Quiet Area $850/Mo + Dep • 321-9793 O/A 2808 Shoreridge Drive, 2 Bed/ 2 Bath / 1 Car Garage, Newly Updated, Fenced Yard & Fireplace, $800/mo 426-5139

6 bd / 2 bth on 6 acres, 2 mi E of Moore, 1/8 mi E. of Sooner Rd on 149th St., Fenced Yard, All Appl., $1100/mo, $700/dep, 740-4049

530

828 McCall • 4Bd/2Bth, Big Yard, McKinley Schools, Near Campus $1400/mo + dep. Avail June 1, 405 473-0980

2 ACRES, 12109 NE 26TH ST Nicoma Park- listed residential, $17,600. Market Value $24,300.

(405)816-7037

1214 Superior Street • 3/1/1 Fenced Yard, Excellent Condition.

Available Now! $725/Mo 329-7185

5 - 10 20 Acre Tracts

Eagle Cliff, Near Campus 3/2/2 Lg. Lvng & Ktchn. Grt Mstr & Bath, Deck. Avl 7/1, 805 Goshawk $925/mo 364-3935 • 627-5844

Well Septic Eectric • East of Norman • Trees • Owner Finance.

10% Down • 405-760-1342

Lake Eufaula cabin.

3Bd/2Bth, completely remod., Furnished, Golf cart, Boat Slip & Water Front.

449-3681 or 570-7854.

NW Norman • 3/2/2 on cul-de-sac.

New exterior. Grt Kitchen w/Pantry.

Exc. Cond. 3300 Winchester Cir. $1025/mo 364-3935 • 627-5844 Small 2Bd/1Bth • 104 E. Hayes Apl’s, W/D Hookups, Lg Fenced Yd • $600/mo + $500/Dep. 1yr Ls • 701-0028

Rentals Homes

Homes

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1205 Briar Patch Way 3/2/2, Near OU, hw flrs, fenced yard, pets ok w/dep, $950/mo +dep 285-0305 • 823-6550

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Norman’s Rental Website NormanRentalsOnline.com 

Cottage in Forest, Walk to OU, Studio with Bedroom Alcove, Wood Floors & Vaulted Ceilings.

Gorgeous! Must See!, $795/mo., All Bills Pd, All Appl. 405-446-0776

1812 Cedar Creek Dr. 2Bd/3.5Bth/BonusRm/2Car,Service Pets Only $1200/Mo +1000/Dep A-1 Property Mgmt 405-360-2587

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• 1b/1bth Noble $375/350 • 1b/1bth W/D 1932 E Lindsey $400/350 • 3b/2bth 3807 Cedar Ridge $1050/1000

SPM Realty Inc 405-360-0526

Homes

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Homes

610

118 North Sherry, 3 bed, 1 .5 bath, 2 living, 2 car. CH&A, fireplace, stove, fridge, dishwasher, w/d hook ups, $1,000. plus deposit.

321-2028.

2271 Donna 2/1....................$550 1023 Rambling Oaks 2/1.....$700 3000 Chautauqua #109 2/2. $790 613 Villa 2/1..........................$800 1916 Riverside 3/2.5/2.......$1500

4Bd/3Bth/2Car, 3070sq’, Fncd Yd, Stove/DW, $2100/mo + $2100/dep. 405 476-9133 4100 Bent Brook Pl, LS. OP Avail Norman, Oklahoma 73072

366-RENT

510 Trinidad • 3Bd/2Bth/2Car w Opener. Avail/ June 1,• $1250/Mo Call for Apt. 361-2724 • 360-2724

Westside, Very Nice Newly Renovated Duplex 907 E. Symmes Extra Nice 2Bd/1LgBth, W/D, Fridge & Stove, CH/A. $650/mo. 308-5716

3Bd/2Bth/2Car • DW & Stove, CH/A 2100 Oakside Dr • Norman, FP, Cath Ceiling, Exc. Condition $1050/mo + dep. 740-7333

FISHERMAN 3/2 • $27,500 405-634-4812 HOMES & LAND All areas OKC 405-634-4812

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RJH Realty • 364-4801

364-4114

LARGE SELECTION!

or Get all the info at dmgrealestate.com

APARTMENTS 1901 E Lindsey #5B • 1/1.......$495 309 Falcon Ct #4 • 2/1............$575 1904 Dover C......• 2/1............$575

DUPLEXES 1503 Barkley.........2/1.5..........$650 1332 Glen Oaks Ct...2/1.5......$550

MOVE IN SPECIALS! 1 2 3 4

Bedroom Bedrooms Bedrooms Bedrooms

$375 $425 $750 $900

- $500 - $850 - $1500 - $2000

View all of our lisitings at:

www.gorentking.com 801-2293 217 1/2 E Daws • 1Bd/1Bth Efficiency House, Kitchen Appls, Window Air $425/Mo + 425/Dep

227 1/2 E Daws • 1 Bd/1Bth W/D Hookup, Window Air $500/Mo + $500/Dep Smoke Free • Avail on the 1st!

405-922-7155 Elegant 3 Bd Luxury Home.

Park-like Yd on Creek & Cul-de-sac • 1900 SF • Avl June 1st $1375/Mo • 405-603-4775 See normanrentalsonline.com SW Area for Pictures 216 S. Lahoma 2 Bd / 1 Bth, Includes all Appliances w/ Washer & Dryer $900/mo 405.208.3303

913 Acacia, Noble • 2/1.5......$595

Apartments

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Rebecca Lane Apt. Homes LEASING NOW FOR SUMMER & FALL! 364-9414

LEASE NOW!!!

CHANCE TO WIN!!!

32 TV & X-Box 360 Android Tablet 1 & 2 Bd Apt Home Appliances Included Large Walk In Closets & upgraded interiors

HOUSES 2912 Line Dr • 3wStudy/2/2. $1195

WAREHOUSES

(Off W. Lindsey behind McAllister’s)

1207 Robinson • 30X30 + util.$425

364-9414

For Additional Properties, Visit

M-F 8:30-5:30, Sat. 10-3

www.Rjh-realty.com Owner/Broker • Section 8 OK _______________________________________________________________________________________________

4256 Willowrun Cir • Truman Schl Very Nice 3Bd/1.75Bth, Sec Sys, DW, Stove, Micro, Lg Fenc/Yd $1000/Mo • Avail June • 664-7825 Great 3bed/2Bth/2Car, W of I-35, Great Nghbrhd, $1100/mo +Dep. 3308 Winchester Ct Call Bob 412-4343 For Details 344 Royal Oak Dr. 3/bd/1.5/Bth/2 liv • Utility • FP• Carp • Study • CH&A • Din Room • Fen • Gar • Kit • App. • $990/mo • Plus Dep. 321-4448 • 620-0962

GREAT RATES!!!!

2Bed/1.5Bath Townhomes, Optional Utility Package,

Halray Townhomes, 900 Halray Dr Just 6 Blks East of OU • Start @ $550/Mo • 360-6298 Country Living in Purcell. Large 1 & 2 Bds, Basic Cable & water included. Pool, Laundry.

$350-400/Mo (405) 527-2008

Westside Townhouse 2Bd/1.5Bth • $595/mo + $400/dep 405-364-7500 www.rentalsun.com

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Apartments

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Apartments

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✰ Move In Special ✰ Reasonable Rates • Quiet Complex Smoke Free Units Available!

Bentley Hills Apartments 840 SW 24th St • Call 364-3948

Commercial/ Business

Commercial/ Business

635

OFFICE / WAREHOUSE 2278 Industrial Blvd 1600sf $450 3920 S Classen 2400sf with covered dock 2400 sf $875 800 W Rock Creek 2500sf $1600 3209 Broce w/dock 7500sf $3150

Call 364-3935

635

Manufactured Homes

645

4BD/2BA Mobile Home $750/Mo Incl Water/Sewer • Rent/RTO

405-872-1818, x1

Rooms

655

All Bills Pd • W. Side • Av Now! Students Welcome! Furn. Wi FI Bedroom • Cable, Kitchen Acces • $450/Mo Private Bath • 618-0864

Townhomes /Condos

Griffin Park Townhouses 2Bd/1.5Bth • W/D Fenced Patio Pets OK w/ Approval

LIKE NEW DUPLEX 2304 Heatherfield Ln. 2Bd/2Bth, Fully Equip Kitchen, Ceiling fans, Alarm • 405-831-4364

City Utilities Pd 405-3292310 Nice Quiet 1 Bed / 1 Bath CH/A • NO W/D HkUps $425 - $450 /mo App’s Included • 209-7154

Thunderbird Lodge, LLC 1430 24th Ave SW • 329-6990

✰ NO LEASES ✰ ✰ ALL BILLS PAID ✰ Free Wi Fi • 60 TV Channel Furn/1Bd/Kit/UpStrs/1Person

Weekly & Monthly Rates Available ALL BILLS PAID Incl: Phone, Cable/HBO, No Deposit, No Lease. Furn, Onsite Laundry, Rooms, Eff,1 & 2 Bdrm Apt. Mon Rates, Payments Avail on Mon Rates

OU MOTEL & APARTMENTS 2420 S. Classen Blvd.

200 Willow Branch 6000sq’ with Showroom Area, 3451 N. Flood • Norman 2/Bth&1/Break Area 2/Overhead Doors.

CH/A • $2500/mo + First/Last Mo/Dep Min. 1yr LS. Required.

Call For Apt. 820-6914

GREAT LOCATIONS Spaces starting at $250. Quick access to I-35 & Hwy 9. I-35 Expo Utilities Paid & Janitorial Service.

Sooner Traditions Realty, LLC

329-7143 800 W Rock Creek Rd 1250 SF Office/Whse Combo 3 Offices + Reception,12’ OHD EZ to I-35 • $850/Mo • 364-3935

1253 Lindsay Plaza Dr (S of Sonic -1Blk E of 12th Ave SE) Condo Office Warehouse, 1500 SF 1-12’ OD. $850/mo Bill 326-9206

321-4670

NOW LEASING 1-2-3 BDRMS.

Office / Retail • 1000-2000SF

CALL ABOUT MOVE-IN SPECIALS

Retail or office 11,000sq’ on W. Lindsey.

Cecil Woods Management Inc.

364-0350 DO YOUR LAUNDRY AT HOME This spacious 2 bdrm comes w/ full size Washer & Dryer! • Clean!

Lots of storage! • $575/mo

Call 321-7236

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Cardinal Creek Condominiums, Close to OU 2 bdr, 1.5 bath condo, available immediately, gas and water paid, gated, on-site pool and laundry, $750/month plus 1-month deposit, 405-659-1797

@ Corner of W. Main & 24th Ave. $850 - $1,950/Mo

6000 sq’ Retail on Main Across from Sprouts

321-3800 PROFESSIONAL OFFICE Bldg. in Noble 333 Etowah, 1100sq’, Newly Redecorated $975/mo Bills Pd. 850-5274 Warehouse & Storage Yard 1500sq’ with 12’ overhead door.

Located @ 409 S. Front St. Noble $440/MO . 364-9263 • 623-6691

3Bd/1.75Bth/2Car, All Appls $850/Mo + 800/Dep Call Don Wells, Realtor, Broker 642-4804 804 B Cardinal Creek Blvd 1 Bd / 1 Bth, All Appl., Laundry & Pool Nearby, Gated Entry, $550/mo Action Property Mgmt • 321-3078

WEST SIDE • Ex Lg 2 & 3 Bd 2 Car w/Opener, Gas Heat, Hot Water, Fireplace, Yards Maintained, Swimming Pool Starting $895/Mo & Up ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ 360-4445 ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣

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Combating everyday odors

By Garett Fortune RealtyTimes.com

In the real estate industry, convenience is a necessity: a means by which tenants, both residential and commercial, have a chance to enjoy a variety of benefits.

To date, those advantages include concierge services, wireless Internet, business suites, lifestyle amenities and transportation.

And, while these features are significant and allow building owners and managers to distinguish themselves in a challenging economy, there is another far more practical offering every property should provide. That strength involves a safe and odorless way to dispose of trash, the piles of garbage that fill dumpsters and bins for multi-family apartment complexes, corporate campuses and other destinations.

This simple task - finding

a way to guard against the scents of daily life - makes common sense; it is an affordable and much appreciated solution to a typical problem, combating the odors that may otherwise pervade a building, home or office. For, without a safe and reliable means of overcoming this challenge, property owners and managers risk losing tenants, compromising their reputation and creating a mess -literally and figuratively.

I offer this commentary based on my own experience as the founder of OdorNoTM, which develops disposable bags to protect against the smells associated with things like incontinence products, baby diapers, pet waste, garbage, industrial trash and other unpleasant fumes. This safe and effective solution, which is free of harsh chemicals and the additives found in other items, comes at a time when every feature - even the most ordinary or seemingly mundane - is an opportunity to attract new clients and tenants. In fact, eliminating the smells of everyday life - particularly for companies located in areas that may be within close proximity to industrial facilities or manufacturing plants - is a major selling point. Remember: building managers want to equip tenants with all the resources necessary to be successful. That principle extends to trash bags that are safe, effective and free of the perfumes that are often just as foul as the contents themselves.

This issue is also important because real estate bro-

kers and agents want to work with companies with a conscience. That is, real estate is about more than this or that transaction; it is, instead, about partnering with credible brands that offer products and services that have practical advantages, the sort of features that appeal to a diverse array of consumers, executives and workers alike. Fulfilling that mission should be a priority for all industries, but it is an obvious requirement for realtors who represent both landlords and tenants. Simply stated, these conveniences - the things we take for granted on a daily basis can make a home or workplace more inviting, comfortable and, well, odor-free.

Supplying residential and commercial properties for a smart alternative to handling and removing trash is an easy - and affordable way to transform a place into a haven for, respectively, productivity and relaxation. In fact, these comforts - the proverbial small things that make a big difference are the chief reason prospective tenants or buyers may choose one property over another. Bear in mind that every accessory yes, even new trash bags can equip a building with the features that are in line with good stewardship and the environment.

These attributes are a compelling transformation for business in general and the real estate industry in particular. Together, we can make properties hubs of productivity and success.

The future is promising, indeed.