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T h e To t a l H o m e E x p e r i e n c e A product of The Norman Transcript • 1.11.2014

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Saturday, Jan. 11, 2014

OPEN houses

NORTHWEST

3000 LOCHINVER

OPEN SAT 10-5; SUN-MON 1-5

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

todd@westpoint-homes.com 641-0447 OPEN SUN. 2-5, WEEKDAYS 1-6 PM, TUES BY APPT

(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 3004 ROLLING WOODS OPEN SATURDAY 1-4 (From Rock Creek Rd. and NW 48th, go east to Las Colinas Addition and north to Rolling Woods.)

NEW CONSTRUCTION!! WITH Majestic Fine Homes your family’s new home will have some amazing features: granite countertops, custom built cabinets, all the outside walls are 2x6, wood floors in dining room, living room, entry, and hallway. Tandem 3 car garage, custom lighting kitchen island, high ceilings, 3 bedroom + study that could be a 4th bedroom. Also pre-wired for surround sound. New home with breathtaking valley views. $423,000. Call Mahnaz Partou @ 979-7462. #268412

Don Cies Real Estate, Inc 4301 BERRY FARM ROAD

www.DonCies.com 329-0256 OPEN SUNDAY 2-4

(West on Robinson to 36th street, north on 36th to Rock Creek, west on Rock Creek to Ashton Grove to Berry Farm Road, turn right to property.)

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NORTHEAST

3028 WOODCREST CREEK CR.

OPEN SUNDAY 2:00-4:00

Directions to property: East of Porter, West of NE 12th off Rock Creek, go north on Wildwood Ln., left to Woodbriar Rd (first right), north to Leaning Elm, west to Woodcrest Creek. Located just south of The Vineyard park.

GORGEOUS NEW HOME now complete! Just $162,700 for this 3 bed, 2 bath energy efficient home. From the granite counter tops to the covered patio, you’ll love it all!

Especially desirable location overlooking a beautifully wooded greenbelt. Come see this & two other plans Sunday! Host or Hostess: Patti Krings @ 405-990-9748

DILLARD GROUP

patti@pattikrings.com

405-990-9748

SOUTHWEST

807 NANCY LYNN TERRACE

OPEN SUN 1-4

(Boyd St. West of Berry and East of 24th Ave. SW, South on Nancy Lynn Terrace to 807)

SPACIOUS WELL MAINTAINED 4 bedroom home close to campus. $7,000 spent on gorgeous hardwood floors. New storm shelter. Updated bathrooms. Heat & AC installed in December 2011. Host: John Lungren

Lungren Real Estate 2131 WILKINSON

John@LungrenRealEstate.com

590-0226 OPEN SUN 1-3

(From W. Main and 24th Ave go south to Bud Wilkinson Dr turn left to Wilkinson Ct.)

EXCELLENT LOCATION!! 3 bedroom 2 bath 2 car garage. Large living area with fireplace. Nice sized kitchen with very large pantry/utility room. Dining room with builtins. Covered back patio, sprinkler system. Very close to all shopping, OU and you can walk to Alcott. $175,000. Hostess: Judy Moss

Weichert Realtors Centennial judymoss01@gmail.com 397-5444 722 WILLOW LANE OPEN SUN 2-4

IF YOU WANT to make your dreams come true, you MUST SEE this outstanding home in prestigious Aston Grove! Located on 1.5 lots boasting “House and Garden” backyard with 5 star pool, cabana, and outdoor fireplace/grill. No cost spared on interior that’s sure to please the most discriminating buyer. Impressive foyer, 3 living rooms, custom fireplaces, cooks kitchen w/Viking appliances, master suite & additional bedrooms w/bath down. Charming bdrm suite w/private bath upstairs plus 2 unique bedrooms w/J&J bath. $1,650,000. Hosted by Karen McIntosh @ 590-2763 & Jill Halloran @625-3551. #261971

(East on Lindsey to Pickard, South to Willow Lane, East to 722)

Don Cies Real Estate, Inc. www.DonCies.com 2600 BERRY FARM ROAD

(East from Alameda & 24th Ave SE, right on Ridge Lake, curve around to Horizon View Ct, turn left towards the cul-de-sac.)

329-0256 OPEN SUNDAY 2-4

(Rock Creek Rd west, to Ashton Grove entrance, to Berry Farm Road. Turn right to property, on the left.)

HOME BUILT WITH quality and elegance! Tucked away in one of Norman’s most secluded and desired locations, a treasure to behold! This exquisite 5 bed home designed for entertaining. State of the art kitchen opens into the grand family room w/rock fireplace and a view overlooking the back yard oasis. X-Large balcony, salt water pool and outdoor living space complete w/kitchen, fireplace and immaculately manicured lot. Wonderful walk out basement is 2nd floor, w/wine cellar, and a safe room! $2,200,000. Hosted by Karen McIntosh @ 590-2763 & Jill Halloran @6253551. #261971

DON CIES REAL Estate, Inc.

www.DonCies.com

329-0256

Reach over 35,000 prospective buyers with Norman Homes’ “Open Houses”

FANTASTIC HOME NEAR OU. Quiet Neighborhood, tree lined streets. Home is completely updated, beautiful floors, wonderful pool, patio, and cabana – perfect for relaxing or entertaining. This is a must see. MLS# 265215. Host: Tony Graham

Weichert, Realtors® - Centennial

tony@centennialrealtors.com

361-6688

SOUTHEAST

116 HORIZON VIEW CT.

OPEN SUNDAY 2-4

DON’T MISS OUT on this well maintained WestPoint Helena beauty! Spacious master bedroom with ensuite master bath. Huge master closet that you’ll need more stuff to fill it up! Super-sized bedrooms that could be a 2nd master. Handsome study with built-ins & stylish wood floors. Cabinets for days in island kitchen overlooking the living room with fireplace & attractive wood flooring. Extensive crown moulding & thoughtful appointments make this house an inviting home! Hostess: Pam Thompson

Vawter Real Estate 1712 CLEARWATER

Pam@VawterRealEstate.com

205-8478 OPEN SUN 2-4

(At Lindsey and SE 24th, go south to East Ridge entrance, which is Wheatland. Turn east on Wheatland to Clearwater, north on Clearwater to property on west side of street.)

BRICK HOME WITH open and split bedroom floorplan, wood flooring throughout, good size backyard that opens up to park. 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car garage, priced at $132,400.00 Sq.ft. 1314 (MOL). Hostess: Jackie Saxon

Metro Brokers of Oklahoma jackiesaxon@yahoo.com 361-3388 4313 SPYGLASS OPEN SAT & SUN 12-4 (Hwy 9 east to 12th Ave. SE, south to Cobblestone Creek Dr., north on Spyglass.)

THIS WONDERFUL HOME is in the works. Another quality home by Skyridge. Still time to choose your own fixture, interior finishes, colors and flooring. Plus has entertainment room on second floor. $239,000. Call Mahnaz Partou @ 979-7462. #259455

Don Cies Real Estate, Inc

www.DonCies.com

329-0256

Call me today! Angela Williams - 405-366-3556

FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER TIPS FIND YOURSELF A GOOD AGENT A good real estate agent makes a big difference with any home purchase, but especially for a first-time homebuyer.

Look for an agent who is not only well qualified and knowledgeable about the area you want to live in, but also one who is patient and takes the time to really get to know your needs.

After all, an important role of an agent — especially for inexperienced buyers — is that of a teacher.

REAL ESTATE GLOSSARY Biweekly Mortgage A home loan that lets you make payments every two weeks, which can help you pay off your home faster over time.

Collateral Property used to secure a loan. In the case of a mortgage, the home itself is the collateral.

Survey — A map or drawing that shows the exact legal dimensions of a property.

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SLASH YOUR TAX BILL Buyers can get big tax breaks from Uncle Sam

For years, the federal government

how much they deduct, the savings

from their income so that they pay

TAX FACTS:

has considered it important for

can be substantial. It’s another reason

taxes as if they earned less money. If

• 42 million taxpayers in the United States claimed a deduction for real

Americans to own houses. Home

why owning a home is one of the

someone makes $50,000 per year, for

ownership helps families build wealth,

greatest wealth-building tools a

example, and pay $5,000 in mortgage

gives them a safe and stable place

person can have.

interest, they would only pay taxes on

to stay, and creates communities of stakeholders who pull together to meet each other’s needs.

Home ownership is so important,

$45,000 of income.

TAX DEDUCTIONS The United States Tax Code

That example may be overly

estate taxes in 2008, deducting a total of $172 billion.

• The average taxpayer claiming the

simplified, and you should consult a

real estate tax deduction subtracted

uses a lot of big words — it’s one

tax professional to see how it would

$4,090 from taxable income in 2008.

in fact, that the government does

of the most complicated parts of

impact your specific situation. But’s

• Therefore the average taxpayer

something exceptional to encourage

our legal system, after all — but the

safe to say the mortgage interest

saved $1,020 in taxes as a result of the

people to own a house.

logic behind the mortgage interest

tax deduction is used by millions

It gives a big tax break.

deduction is simple: If you’re working

of Americans to reduce the amount

Generally, the interest someone

to pay off a home, the government

of money they pay to the IRS. It’s a

wants to give you a financial break.

powerful incentive to buy a home and

estate tax deduction in the United

one that first-time homebuyers need

States in 2008 was $43 billion.

to know about.

SOURCE: REALTOR.COM

pays on their home loan is deducted on their federal income tax filings.

Depending on a person’s income and

For most people, interest paid on a home mortgage loan is deducted

real estate tax deduction..

• The total savings from the real

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Saturday, Jan. 11, 2014

FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER TIPS MAKE SOME CHECKLISTS Buying a home for the first time can be intimidating, but it’s much easier if you break it down into small parts.

When shopping for a home, make a list of all the features you’re looking for.You can mark them off and keep track your favorite parts of all the

different houses you see.

And after you make an offer, work with your agent to make a checklist of all the steps you need to take before closing. Not only will it help you stay organized, but it also makes the whole process feel more doable.

REAL ESTATE GLOSSARY Piti Principal, interest, taxes and insurance. This refers to the entire house payment, which includes more than just the loan payment

Earnest Money A deposit made by the home buyer to prove they have serious interest in buying the home.

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