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617 CAVECREEK

NORTHWEST

5025 KATHY LYNN

A-5

OPEN SUNDAY 2-4

(I-35 & Robinson, west 48th, south to Kathy Lynn.)

TRULY LOADED, INSIDE and out with one of the best views in town, backing up to lake at end of the cul de sac. Hand scraped hardwood walnut floors everywhere, fantastic kitchen with island and high end appliances (granite and stainless) pool, waterfall great bonus/game room, and much more. $559,900. Call Mark McCurdy @ 410-7711. #265933

Don Cies Real Estate, Inc. 2517 CHATEAU

www.DonCies.com 329-0256 B-5 OPEN SUN 1-3

(North at 36th and Main to Quail Drive, west to Kensington, south to Northwich, west to property.)

GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD! 3 bedroom, 2 baths, 2 car garage. Just painted interior & replaced carpet. Updated appliances and nice pantry. Updates in master bath. Truman/Whittier/Norman North $163,500. Hostess: Judy Moss

Centennial Real Estate 3000 LOCHINVER

judymoss01@gmail.com 405-397-5444 E-3 OPEN SAT. & SUN. 2-5

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 westpoint-homes.com 366-0000 3001 LOCHINVER E-3 OPEN 1-6PM WEEKDAYS, TUESDAY’S BY APPOINTMENT & SAT-SUN 2-5PM (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 212 PECAN VALLEY

swilliams@muirfieldhomes.net 760-1330 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

NORTHEAST

613 CAVECREEK

F-3

OPEN SUNDAY 2-4

(From Rock Creek and 12th go n. to Shadowhill, west to Cave Creek and follow it North and around west to 613.)

VERY NICE 3 bed 2 bath home with nice hand scraped dark wood laminate floors with sound underlayment in entry, living and dining. Cute, clean and great floor plan. Large kitchen with pantry and lots of cabinet space. Nice yard. Hostess: Ginger Gilmartin-Smith

Vawter Real Estate

www.vawterrealestate.com

570-7692

F-3

OPEN SUNDAY 2-4

(From Rock Creek and Sooner, Go North to Shadowlake. Turn Left and go until Cavecreek, Turn Right and continue to property.)

BEAUTIFUL GRANITE COUNTERTOPS in the kitchen and bathrooms. High style, high quality porcelain tile floor and elegant travertine backsplash to complete the kitchen.

Custom tile in the entry way. Spacious rooms, a good floor plan, and a great location in a quiet neighborhood. Roof new June 2013. Full guttering & newer fence. Hostess: Ginger Gilmartin-Smith

Vawter Real Estate www.vawterrealestate.com 570-7692 1500 FAWN RUN CROSSING G-3 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.)

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SOUTHEAST

1400 GRAND CANYON

H-7

OPEN SUNDAY 2-4

(From 36th Ave SE and Lindsey, go South on 36th, west on Grand Canyon Drive until it dead ends, turn right (north) and home will be on the left.)

BEAUTIFUL HOME ON 10 peaceful acres with huge pond. 4 bed + Study with nice covered back porch and a 3 car garage. Located off of 36th Ave SE, enjoy country living at its best just steps to town! 2,080 sq ft. $259,900. Call Jill Halloran @ 625-3551.

Don Cies Real Estate, Inc. 2239 SE 60TH AVE

www.DonCies.com J-7

329-0256 OPEN SAT 2-4

(HWY 9 East to 60th. North on 60th to property, East side & directly across from Quail Creek Addition.)

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

PRICE REDUCED!! 8 Beautiful acres! Huge country kitchen, large pantry, prep sink, center island, all rooms are large. Windows replaced- new roof prior to closing, 40x60 shop bldg. Pool, pavilion, large utility with sink, new interior paint, crown molding.

Host: Dee Womack

DILLARD GROUP

Vawter Real Estate

www.peggydarr.com

SOUTHWEST

525 JEAN MARIE DR.

D-6

642-0549

OPEN SUN 2-4

(24th Ave SW to Boyd. East on Boyd, north on Jean Marie. Home on right.)

BEAUTIFUL 5 BEDROOM home, located in a cul-de-sac, and great neighborhood in the heart of Norman. Close to schools, and just minutes away from OU. High standard windows installed, carpet replaced in 2010. HVAC replaced in 2010, roof & shingles replaced in April 2013. Won’t last long! Host: Scott Bacon

Kerr Team REal Estate 2321 RIVERCROSS CT.

www.wallykerr.com D-7

321-8326 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 3924 PRESIDIO DRIVE

F-9

641-2651 OPEN SAT & SUN 1-4

(Take Highway 9 east to 12th Ave. SE, turn right on 12th Ave., then turn left on Skyler Way and then take first right off of Skyler Way which is Presidio Drive.)

BEAUTIFUL NEW 1775 square foot home with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Quality built by certified home builder Tony Foust of Da Vinci Homes. Home has beautiful entry and has many custom features including stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, crown molding, walk-in pantry, master bedroom retreat, and security system.

Very energy efficient. A home you must see! Hostess: Claudia

Da Vinci Homes

www.vawterrealestate.com

15101 TURTLE LAKE PLACE

OKC

834-5354

OPEN SUNDAY 2:30-3:30

(From 149th & Sooner Rd, west to 2nd Turtle Lake Entrance, south to home.)

SITTING ON 1.01 acres is a true 5 bedroom home which includes a formal dining, study with built-ins, large mud room, super-sized bonus room plus a dedicated theater room with movie screen & projector. Custom woodwork, hardwood floors, large walkin pantry, surround sound wiring, beautiful bubbling fountain, wrapping sidewalk & exterior in-ground storm shelter. Full sprinklers. This home was built for large, flexible living & it shows! Hostess: Pam Thompson

Vawter Real Estate www.VawterRealEstate.com 205-8478 15320 NIGHTSHADE DR OPEN SUNDAY 2-4 (Frow SW 149th & S Western go S on Wester to SW 154th St. (Turn W) Follow SW 154th till it changes to Nightshade. Home is on the right.)

WALK RIGHT INTO this beautiful 3 bedroom home. This Energy Star home is all new! New roof, new siding, new fence, and new gutters. This house features high ceilings, solid surface countertops, and maple cabinets. This one is a don’t miss! Hostess: Katie Goodson

Keller Williams Mulinix OKC

9012 SHADY GROVE

www.kdgrealty.com

MOORE

406-2457

OPEN SUNDAY 1-4

(Exit I-35 27th Street proceed East to eastern turn left. Turn right on 89th Street and proceed to home.)

BEAUTIFUL 3 BEDROOM, 2 bath, 2 car garage in a fantastic location! Granite Counter tops, covered back patio, ceiling fans through out. Whirlpool tub in master, walk in closets, and exceptional storage. This is a must see! Host: Ben Dunaway

The Learia Group

www.leariagroup.com

davincihomesok.com

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Remodeling can be a home wrecker Remodeling is hazardous to some relationships.

More than one in ten couples admit to considering separation or divorce during a home improvement project.

For many, the home is the heart of many homeowners' lives.

Having it ripped apart for weeks or months can be a real heartbreaker.

Tremendous emotional stress can cause a rift that strains even the strongest relationships.

While 46 percent of homeowner couples found remodeling with their significant other to be collaborative, an equal percentage found the experience frustrating and 12 percent admitted the job threatened their relationship, according to a new survey from Houzz.com, a Palo Alto-based, online construction zone for designing, planning and sharing a remodeling project.

Things could get worse before they get better. More and more homeowners are remodeling to take advantage of growing home values as well as to create a more livable, lovable home.

Remodeling is up 5.3 percent from the first

to second quarter this year and up 8.6 percent from a year ago.

By this time next year, remodeling is expected to move higher, growing by 11.3 percent, according to the Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity (LIRA) recently released by the Harvard University Joint Center for Housing Study's Remodeling Futures Program.

What miffs remodeling couples?

Houzz found that conflicting tastes can be a major point of contention. One third of previously happily married homeowners said they disliked their

significant other's design style and 76 percent weren't afraid to tell their spouse so.

Honesty doesn't always work. Forty-two percent of respondents reported being stuck with crap they hated, but weren't allowed to get rid of. One in five went ahead and trashed their love partner's stuff without

telling them.

Knickknacks weren't the problem. A disdain for old furniture created the most problems, followed by posters and artwork, mounted antlers, hunting trophies, wood paneling and outdated magazines.

When couples are at loggerheads, some (con’t. on page 7)

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partners take control on their own.

One in five respondents said they made a

major remodeling decision without telling their partner, including tearing down walls, picking paint colors and choosing furniture and appliances.

When the dust cleared, so did thoughts of splitting up.

Four out of five couples said they felt more relaxed in their home, 42 percent entertain

7 more and 41 percent report an increase in happiness with their significant other.

Preventing break-ups So how do you keep the relationship intact when your home is being ripped apart?

• Compromise Before beginning any project, each partner should browse photos, idea books and images and use other visualization aids to find preferred styles.

Have a date to share styles and find common ground to establish a style both can live with.

• Negotiate - If the mounted antlers must go, give up the velvet Elvis paintings. Both partners should be prepared to give up something they value.

If one partner can't part with a loved object, be prepared for the other partner to do likewise.

• Mind the money Avoid financial stress by agreeing upon an upfront stick-to-it budget. Research costs for materials and professional work. Then, make a list of items both partners need to approve, including wall color, kitchen appliances and electronics. Houzz offers a cost finder and similar services are available around the Internet for comparison purposes.

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Homes

Sales Homes

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Beautiful country home Close to the lake. Recently upgraded 4 BR/2 BA Single Family. 2200sf 1200ft porch 10 acres 4 outbuildings. 2203 156th st NE, For Sale by Owner $185,000. Call (405)922-5874

Ready to Move In! 5 Min. from Moore. 4501 SE 119th, Oklahoma City 3Bd/2.75Bath/2 Car 2/3 Acre Open House: Weekdays 6:30 pm -7:30 pm & Saturday 2pm-3pm Cash or Pre-Approved

Manufactured Homes

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217-B Daws, 1Bedroom, W/D Hookups, Fenced Back Yard, $475/mo + $400/dep 321-6736 Text Only 210-2220 415 Aniol • Comp Rem. 2Bd/1Bth, Lg Laundry Room,Wood Floors, Fridge, Stove, W/D Hookups, $650/mo +$500/dep 618-1440 516 Oak Ridge • Blanchard Excel Cond. 3Bd/2Bth, Great Location, Near Schools, Nice wooded lot. $1500/mo + Dep. (405) 756-7163

Beautiful, Updated

TORNADO SURVIVORS IT WAS MY SAFE HAVEN IN THE TORNADO OF 2010

2Bd/1Bth/1Car, Garage Dr Opener Great School • Fenced Yard.

Avl. 9/1 $715/Mo • 833-6291

2007 28’ HEARTLAND TRAIL MASTER TRAVEL TRAILER

3Bd/ Garden Style House in Quiet Neighborhood CH/A, W/D Hookups 211 W. Himes, $849/mo + $800 321-6736 Text Only 210-2220

Very Good Condition.

$8,500. Neg. 366-1420

Homes

3Bd/2.5Bth/2Car • Nice Clean Brookhaven Home by the Park CH/A, Gas FP, Fncd BkYd, 2683sq’ • All Appls. $1700/Mo + $1700/Dep

Available Immediately 3828 NORTHRIDGE RD

Smoke Free! • 206-0255

Rentals

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1505 Morland 2Bd/1Bth.... $495/mo 824 E. Eufaula 1Bd/1Bth.. $400/mo 603 E. Main 2Bd/1Bth .......$450/mo Smoke/Pet Free.

Wilkins Property • 405 501-1724 1511 HOLLYWOOD • Attractive 1Yr Lease 3Bd/1.75Bth/2Car Garage w/ Opener, Fenced Yard $1150/mo + Deposit Available Now! • 321-7570 1533 Glencliff Dr • Reff’s Req. 3Bd/1.5Bth/1Car, Cul-de-sac. 5min from OU, Apl’s, Lg Fncd Yard Yd, $750/mo + $750/dep 405 343-6303 Eagle Cliff, Near Campus 3/2/2 Lg. Lvng & Ktchn. Grt Mstr & Bath, Deck. Avl 9/1, 805 Goshawk $995/mo 364-3935 • 627-5844

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720 Stinson St..

3Bd/2Bth/2Car, Utility Room 1/2 Mile to OU • $850/Mo $700/Dep 405-701-0952

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364-4114 or Get all the info at dmgrealestate.com

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The Edge 2/2 Condo...........$760 1206 W Brooks 3/2/1............$960 408 Baker 3/2/2..................$1200 508 Gyrfalcon 3/2/2............$100

Apartments

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APARTMENTS

LEASE NOW!!!

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32” TV & X-Box 360 Android Tablet

901 S Main #1 (Noble)....2/1...$475 1901 E Lindsey #1D • 1/1.......$495 309 Falcon Ct #1 • 2/1............$575 1904 Dover D......• 2/1............$595

1 & 2 Bd Apt Home Appliances Included Large Walk In Closets & upgraded interiors

LARGE SELECTION!

Apartments

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DUPLEXES

366-RENT www.bpmok.com

2337 Heatherfield...2/1...........$575 900 Aspen (Noble)....2/2........$595 (Off W. Lindsey behind McAllister’s)

HOUSES 2821 East Lake......3/2/2.....$1,150

364-9414 M-F 8:30-5:30, Sat. 10-3

WAREHOUSES

• 2bd/1bth Noble $490/400 • 2bd/1.5bth $650/650 • 1b/1bth W/D $425/350

SPM Realty Inc 405-360-0526 Cambridge Addition • 512 Laws, 1800sq’, 3Bd/2Bth Almost New, Sprinkler Syst, Granite Countertops, $1600/mo + Dep Call Bobby @ 410-9773

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RJH Realty • 364-4801

205 Atterberry Dr • 4Bd/2Full Bth All Apl’s, Close To OU! $950/mo + $400/dep 468-6939

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1828 Parkridge Avl July. 3Bd/2Bth/2Car $1050/Mo + $900/Dep. Service Pets Only!

A-1 Property Mgmt 360-2587 Spacious 4 Bed/2 Bath/ 2 Car, Private Fenced Yard, Deck, 2802 Walnut Rd, $1200/mo $1000/dep. 238-0033 1809 Westbrooke Terr • Lg 3Bd 2Bth/2Car, Encl Porch, All Appls, W/DHkUp, Storm Shelter $1300/Mo Action Property Mgmt • 321-3078 OLDER NORMAN HOUSE Just South of West Main.

3BD/3Bth/2 Living areas, 2 stoves, Large enclosed backyard.

406-587-2855. • 1200/month.

1207 Robinson • 30X30 + util.$425 For Additional Properties, Visit

Country Living in Purcell. Large 1 & 2 Bds, Basic Cable & water included. Pool, Laundry.

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

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

Apartments

630

$200 First Month, 1 Bed/1Bath Apt. Near OU • Apl’s

Westside Apt. 1111 Wylie Rd 2Bd/2Bth $495/mo $400/Dep 405-364-7500 www.rentalsun.com

535-5519

Thunderbird Lodge, LLC

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1430 24th Ave SW • 329-6990

1Bed/ Garage Apt, All Bills Pd, Furnished. $650/mo + $500/dep 1.4 Miles from OU on Berry Rd (918) 695-3467 • (918)-695-0193 3Bd/2.5Bth • 503 Ponca, 2 Story Duplex, Close to OU • All APL’s • Recently Remodeled. $895/mo + Dep. 1yr LS Required. 620-6441 3Bed/3Bd $375/mo per bedroom, Furnished, Includes Water.

The Edge Condo’s. If Interested Please Contact 613-6986

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Barkley Townhouse Apts.

900 Halray Dr • Call 329-5194 DO YOUR LAUNDRY AT HOME This spacious 2 bdrm comes w/ full size Washer & Dryer! • Clean!

Lots of storage! • $600/mo

Call 321-7236 Community • Independent Living, Savanah House II 701-8440 • www.carlsbadok.com

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

City Utilities Pd 405-329-2310

Move-In Special • Condo 1/2 off first month's rent 4Bd/4 Bth • Avail Now $1200/mo $1000/dep • 366-1111

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

LEASING NOW FOR SUMMER & FALL! 364-9414

2Bd/1.5Bth Townhouses & LG 1Bd Apts, Sparkling Pool • 6 Blocks E of OU

Norman’s Finest 55+

Near Flood & Boyd Utilities PAID! 329-2310

Rebecca Lane Apt. Homes

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OU MOTEL & APARTMENTS 2420 S. Classen Blvd.

321-4670

NOW LEASING 1-2-3 BDRMS. CALL ABOUT MOVE-IN SPECIALS

364-0350 1/2 off August Rent 4bed 4 bath unit at the Edge All bills paid $425 per bedroom SPM Realty Inc 405-360-0526

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Homeownership still a good decision even as mortgage rates change

By Ed Ferrara RealtyTimes.com

While homeownership numbers may be down, Americans continue to believe that owning a home is still a good decision even as mortgage rates have changed. According to the National Association of Realtors 2013 National Housing Pulse Survey, eight in 10 people believe that purchasing a home is a good choice and 68% believe that now is a good time to make a purchase. Since the last survey in 2011, renters who are contemplating a home purchase rose from 25% to 36% while those who stated they prefer to rent fell from 31% to 25%. More than half of the renters surveyed stated that one of their highest priorities is owning a home, up to 51% from 42%.

According to the most recent survey of wholesale and direct lenders performed by FreeRateUpdate.com, current conforming 30 year fixed mortgage rates are as low as 3.875% (APR 4.052%), 15 year fixed mortgage interest rates are as low as 2.750% (APR 3.168%) and 5/1 adjustable mortgage rates are as low as 2.375% (APR 2.628%).

Low rates are available to borrowers who have

maintained a history of good credit. Borrowers must also meet the qualification guidelines that are required for approval.

Mortgage purchase applications fell 3% for the week ending July 26th, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association’s Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey. However, purchase volume is approximately 5% higher than the same time last year. Refinances have been hit hard by the recent news concerning rising rates.

The report also showed that the Refinance Index dropped 4% for the week and has reached the lowest level in more than two years. Total mortgage refinance activity is unchanged at 63%.

HARP loan business continues to be healthy and rose to 37% of all refinance applications.

There are still many underwater homeowners who are eligible for a HARP refinances which will be available until the end of 2015.

Current FHA 30 year fixed mortgage rates are as low as 3.750% (APR 4.000%), FHA 15 year fixed rates are as low as 3.250% (APR 3.514%) and FHA 5/1 adjustable mortgage rates are as low as 2.500% (APR 2.925%).

First time home buyers continue to use FHA loans because of the many benefits, including the low down payment of 3.5% with a credit score as low as 620. Becoming very popular is the FHA 203k loan which is for homes that need repairs or rehabilitation.

One of the drawbacks to FHA mortgages is the higher FHA closing costs (APR) which is due to the upfront mortgage insurance premium and other FHA fees. However, borrowers often use seller concessions up to 6% for this purpose. The FHA streamline refinance is offered as an quick and easy way to move to a better mortgage without the need of any documentation or an appraisal as long as there is no cash taken out. Some borrowers, those who have loans that were endorsed prior to June 1, 2009, can use the streamline to refinance and will receive reduced upfront and annual mortgage insurance fees. This offer is available until the end of 2013.

Jumbo 30 year fixed mortgage rates are as low as 4.000% (APR 4.209%), jumbo 15 year fixed rates are as low as 3.125% (APR 3.501%) and jumbo 5/1

adjustable mortgage rates are as low as 2.750% (APR 2.908%).

Borrowers must have excellent credit and strong qualifications in order to receive low jumbo rates.

Qualifying includes proof of substantial assets that are needed for the larger down payment and months of reserves that are necessary for approval of the loan. Jumbo loans have been an incredible bargain for home buyers since jumbo rates have not be much higher than conventional loan rates.

Lenders tend to be very competitive when it comes to jumbo rates and flexibility with guidelines.

MBS prices (mortgage backed securities) continue to be volatile which has caused a slight increase in mortgage rates over the past month. Mortgage rates move in the opposite direction of MBS prices. Last week, the GDP for the second quarter was reported at 1.7%, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the economy added 162,000 jobs during the month of July. In addition, the unemployment rate dropped to 7.4%.

Commercial/ Business

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Manufactured Homes

645

4BR/2BA $650/mo. Rent to Own with $1500/Down Payment.

Reg. Rental $750/mo + $750/Security Dept.

3BR/2BA $550/mo.

Incl Water/Sewer Rent/RTO 405-872-1818, x1 We Need in Great Condition Large Mobile Home. Rent to Own. Must allow Pets. Prefer not in a Mobile home park. (405) 343-8835

Townhomes /Condos

660

Beautiful Home • 3Bd/2.5Bth 1Car, CH/A, Stove, DW, W/D HkUps, Fenced • Avail Now! Lots of Storage Rooms!

311 Colony Dr • (405) 360-5864 1406 Glen Oaks #4, 2Bd/1Bth, W/D Hookups, All Bills Paid except electric. $525/mo +Dep. 1 year lease required. 503-3562 1 Bd/1 Bath Venice Condominiums on Alameda St. $600/mo. + 1 mth Dep. Pool & Gym. W/D Included.

Available 9/1/13 (405) 818-4051

OFFICE SPACE, CORNER OF MAIN & SANTA FE • NORMAN 580-641-2370

WEST SIDE • Ex Lg 2 & 3 Bd

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 Zoned I-1, 9600’ warehouse & 750’ office on 23 acres. 1.5 miles E of I-35 in Norman. Rate & Term negotiable. John @ (405) 6412651

Small Office or Retail, W. Main & 24th Ave. $750-850/Mo

Large Retail Space, 500 W. Main, Across from the new Sprouts grocery Cecil Woods Management Inc.

321-3800 800 W Rock Creek Rd 1250 SF Office/Whse Combo 3 Offices + Reception EZ to I-35 • $850/Mo • 364-3935 COMMERCIAL SPACE for Rent: 1005 N. Flood in Elite Plaza Approx. 651 sqft.@ $9.95 sqft $540/mo Some utilities incl./1 Yr Lease Min. Elite Properties @ 360-6624

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

Manufactured Homes

645

Mobile Home on 2.5 acres Extra Nice, Near Thunderbird Lake Apl’s Incld. $550/mo + $500/dep 1year LS Req. 364-1752 642-1812

NOBLE AREA 1/1, 2/2 & 3/2 Pet Dep. $500.

Mobile Homes • $500/Dep $350-$550/Mo/1yr ls, Call 659-9256

2 Car w/Opener, Gas Heat, Hot Water, Fireplace, Yards Maintained, Swimming Pool Starting $995/Mo & Up ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ 360-4445 ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ 1 Roommate to Share with 2 Established Tenants in 3 Bd/ 2.5 Bath Furnished Upstairs Condo E of Campus near 12th & Alameda $495/mo Ref. Req. (580) 475-2681

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Saltwater is the fastest growing trend in swimming pools (BPT) - Pools are great fun for kids and adults and when it is hot in the summer time or you’re on vacation, there is no better way to cool off. Most pools do require a lot of work to keep clean however and there is always that chlorine smell and the burning sensation that affects the eyes and skin. For many people it is the memory of the chlorine that is inescapably associated with all pools.

But for kids today this memory is quickly becoming a non-event thanks to the increasing popularity of saltwater pools.

Saltwater pools work by converting salt to chlorine using an electrolytic converter. This produces the same type of bacteriakilling chlorine found in a traditional pool, but in a radically different fashion.

Since the salt generator is adding chlorine to the water at a constant rate, it is capable of displacing the bad smell and burning irritation we normally associate with chlorine and maintaining the right amount at all times.

As the water exits the converter and enters the pool, the sanitizing chlorine eventually reverts back to salt, and the process repeats itself, conserving salt and keeping sanitizer levels balanced.

However new salt does need to be added occa-

sionally as salt levels can drop due to splash-out, rain and filter back-washing. Pool owners still should test weekly for pH and chlorine and monthly for other water balance factors.

Saltwater pools require far less maintenance than

traditional pools and are much less expensive to maintain as pool salt is far cheaper than traditional chlorine. This is a big reason why so many hotels and water parks in the United State have already made the switch. Plus when it comes to initial

construction and installation, the additional cost of an electrolytic converter is very small and easily made up in maintenance savings. Even converting an existing chlorine pool to saltwater can be paid off quickly.

Saltwater pools are certainly not new. The technology started in Australia in the 1960s and today over 80 percent of all pools there use this system. In the United States, saltwater pools first began to see use in the 1980s and today have grown exponentially in popularity. According to data published in Pool & Spa News, today there are more than 1.4 million saltwater pools in operation nationwide and an estimated 75 percent of all new in-ground pools are salt water, compared with only 15 percent in 2002.

Some may be concerned about the effect of salt on pool equipment, construction materials, decks and surrounding structures. However the actual amount of salt used is very low, less than .01 as salty as sea water. You may be able to taste the

salt in the pool, but much less so than you can taste and feel the chlorine in a standard pool. When pools are properly constructed and normal maintenance is followed, salt water has no effect on pool finishes, equipment and decks.

Since the Evergreen Commons senior center in Holland, Mich., converted its 65,000-gallon pool to salt water, members have been pleased with the results. “The minute you walk into the pool area you notice a big difference,” says Jodi Owczarski, the center’s community relations director. “There is no longer that chemical smell. People also tell us that the water is much softer. In the old pool, people said they sometimes had to wash twice to get all those chemicals off, but in this pool, they only have to wash once. All in all, people have been thrilled with this new system.”

To learn more about salt water pools and other uses for salt, visit saltinstitute.org.