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NORTHWEST

D E L L E

104 OLDE BROOK

(From 36th NW and Main, west to Olde Brook, north to home.)

OPEN SUN 1-3

BROOKHAVEN ON MAIN. Beautiful home with 3 bedroom, 2 full baths & 2 half baths and study. Very large living area with gas log fireplace, built-in shelving and floor to ceiling windows that look out to the treed backyard with a large patio. Kitchen has loads of storage, gas stove, pantry, island & marble countertops. Plantation shutters through out home. $287,000 Hostess: Judy Moss

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Weichert Realtors Centennial judymoss01@gmail.com 397-5444 3000 LOCHINVER OPEN SAT & SUN 1-4 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

(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

SOUTHEAST

OPEN SUN. 2-5, WEEKDAYS 1-6 PM, TUES BY APPT

3001 LOCHINVER

swilliams@muirfieldhomes.net

760-1330

SOUTHWEST

4313 SPYGLASS

OPEN SAT & SUN 12-5

(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 the second floor. $239,000. Call Mahnaz Partou @ 979-7462. #259455

Don Cies Real Estate, Inc.

www.DonCies.com

329-0256

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D E L L E C N CA

1139 SIENA SPRINGS

OPEN SAT & SUN 1:30-5

(East Lindsay St to Siena Springs between 24th Avenue and 36th Ave.)

5 BED, 3 bath, Two living areas, cozy, fireplace, formal dining, room size utility and 3 car garage. Sprinkler system and 30’x8’ front porch. Does this sound like a perfect home for you? $299,900. Host: Doug Greeson

NORTHSTAR HOMES

820-8981

NEWCASTLE

D E L L NCE

3709 QUEST COURT

OPEN SAT & SUN 1-4

(Take Highway 9 West to Highway 62, exit right on Highway 62, go a 1/4 mile to The Ridge housing addition. Turn right into addition, take road back to the second stop sign. Turn right on Quest Circle.)

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ONLY MINUTES FROM NORMAN! Beautiful new 2000 sq ft home on cul-de-sac on aprox. 3/4 acre lot with beautiful views. Three bedrooms, study, large kitchen with walk-in pantry, granite countertops, security system, master suite, three car garage, and energy efficient. Home is built by Tony Foust, a Certified Professional Home Builder. A must see home in a very pretty scenic area. $231,000.

DaVinci Homes

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Three exterior home improvements can add to your home (BPT) While homeowners generally spend more time entertaining guests indoors, the exterior of your home makes the first impression.

When it is time for home improvements, the exterior of the home may be forgotten or ignored. Painting, updating furniture and replacing flooring inside are all important, but the exterior of your house deserves some tender love and care as well.

Updating your home’s exterior does not have to be stressful. Planning ahead and focusing on three main areas of your home can drastically improve your home’s aesthetic appeal while increasing its value. When you are ready for exterior home improvements, focus on your roof, outdoor living area(s) and railing systems.

Re-evaluate your roof Aside from adding beauty and curbside appeal to your home, your roof protects your family and your possessions from the elements. Maintaining your roof can help save you the stress and money that comes

from maintenance problems later on.

Before you begin your roof renovation, consider the different options you have to make your new roof both appealing and durable.

“There are a wide variety of shingle types for homeowners to choose from,” says Stephen McNally, vice president of sales and marketing for TAMKO Building Products, Inc., a leading manufacturer of residential and commercial roofing products. “There are also multiple color options for homeowners that

help create truly distinctive beauty. Homeowners should take time and research the different options they have.”

You should also look into the different types of protection for your roof. Underlayments, cements, sealants and different types of ventilation are all things that should be applied during your roof improvements to maximize your roof protection and value.

Optimizing outdoor living Updating or adding decks is a popular

exterior project that helps homeowners optimize their outdoor living. If you already have a deck, make sure that it is well maintained. Aesthetic appeal is everything and cleaning your deck can drastically improve the overall look of your outdoor living area.

If you do not have a deck area or if the wear and tear on your decking surface calls for a replacement, be sure that you research all of your options. “There are two primary types of decking material natural wood or com-

posite,” McNally says. “Homeowners should install the material that will complete the overall look and feel of their home.”

Composite decking adds the look and grain pattern of real wood, but comes without the requirement of staining or painting. TAMKO’s line of composite decking products can add natural beauty to an outdoor living space and homeowners can count on low maintenance enjoyment.

Restoring railings A properly placed railing can add a sophisticated and stylish look to homes.

If you already have a railing system that is in need of a change, consider updating the color of the system.

The right complementary color can be the connecting piece to bring the exterior of your home together.

If your home does not have a railing system or if you need an update, know your options. Both composite and wooden railings can bring a certain appeal to your home’s exterior.

When installed according to the manufacturer’s standards, composite railings offer similar support to that of a wooden railing and are low maintenance because of the exterior of the product. TAMKO’s railing systems are light weight and their updated styles, cap accents and color options offer customers a wide variety of options to choose from.

For more information about building materials from TAMKO Building Products, Inc. visit www.TAMKO.com.

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Saturday, Nov. 23, 2013

Benefits Of House-Hunting During The Holiday Season When you're writing out the holiday shopping list, maybe it's time to put your name on it and a home as the gift. If you've been considering buying a home, here are a few reasons why shopping for one during the holiday season can benefit you.

Yes, it may involve you really prioritizing your time; the holiday season is a busy time. But if you can make time to house-hunt and you have already been pre-approved so you know how much home you can afford, then this could be a

very good experience.

And it may lead you to a new home in time for Christmas!

Like many businesses, the holiday season can cause things to slow way down. That's often the case for real estate. However, that doesn't mean you won't find eager sellers hoping you'll make an offer on their homes. Even though there are parties, kids' social activities and end-of-the-year work commitments, real estate sellers are still ready to let you step inside their homes to

see if you'll find one is a good fit.

When real estate slows down, that means mortgages slow down. So this is a good time to get a mortgage. There's a chance your loan will move through the process faster. That doesn't mean you will have lax guidelines, rather it means that if there are fewer loans to process, yours can move along faster.

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holiday season. While that may be true, it doesn't mean that every seller takes their home off the market. Sellers with their homes on the market during the end-of-the-year months are typically serious sellers. There may be tax reasons motivating a seller to sell before the end of the year which could create greater opportunities for negotiation.

7 There's likely a sense of urgency on the seller's side.

Often home prices are lower in December than in other months. If you wait until the spring, you're likely to wish you'd, at least, done some house-hunting.

Industry reporting services often show home appreciation slows in the fourth quarter, making homes more affordable.

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shopping for homes, which is exactly why this may be a good time to house-hunt. Fewer buyers could mean a great opportunity for you to make an offer and negotiate a favorable price. However, fewer homes to choose from could mean you have more difficulty finding precisely what you're looking for. But too many homes can also create a no-win situation by confusing and overwhelming you.

Shop smart by making a list of the "must-have" and the "really-would-like" items. Carry the list with you or use a home-buyers' app to keep it on your

Saturday, Nov. 23, 2013 smartphone. It's much like a holiday gift shopping list - better to know who you're buying for, how much you want to spend, and, at least, an idea of what you'd like to get that person. Same goes for a home.

Simplify the househunting process by having some written notes about what you intend to buy. Of course, things do

change, so be open to discovering that dream home that has something on your list you never knew you needed or wanted. Your list will just help you evaluate and prioritize which things in a home are most important to you.

Then instead of unwrapping this holiday season, you might be wrapping up and packing up your belongings!

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Homes

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

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How to calculate a home's square footage Question:Is there a standard formula to calculate a home's square footage? I have seen different publications with different square footage for the same house. For example, the county land records will say a house has 3,000 square feet, but a sales brochure will say the same house has 3,500 square feet. Are finished basements allowed in a calculation? What about hallways? I don't know what or who to believe.

It seems misleading.

Answer:You have asked a very good question. I doubt if anyone is purposely trying to mislead the public, but it's true that not everyone in the real estate business calculates square footage the same way.

In fact, it may be different from one geographic area to the next. I'm from the Washington, DC area, so I'll share with you what I know about how it's done here.

The square footage listed in the city and county records for condominium units are typically not questioned.

These numbers are taken from the original condominium documents and are generally accurate.

Unlike detached homes, square footage is less likely to change on a condominium as a

result of additions and improvements.

For attached and detached single family homes, there are different ways to calculate square footage.

Most real estate appraisers measure the exterior of the home to calculate the gross living area. For example, a two-story home that measures 25 feet by 25 feet would have 625 square feet on each floor, so the appraiser would say the house contains 1,250 square feet. Since he is measuring from the exterior, the calculation includes hallways, stairwells, closets and wall space.

The appraiser will also consider the size of the basement and determine how much of the basement has been finished as living area. Instead of totaling the square footage of a basement's living area, he will make value adjustments based on other comparable homes. For example, a home with a full finished basement that includes a den, bathroom and bedroom might be credited $15,000 or $20,000 in value compared to a similar house with an unfinished basement.

In some cases, even if the lowest level is com-

pletely above grade, an appraiser may treat it as a basement. Consider an attached townhouse that has a lower level used as a garage and a den or mud room. An appraiser might consider such a room as a basement.

It gets more complicated. What if the house in our example has a vaulted ceiling in the family room with a second story balcony? This would clearly result in the second floor having less than 625 square feet of actual floor area.

Most appraisers won't subtract the space left out of the second floor to make room for the vaulted ceilings. Why? Because such a floor plan often enhances the market value of the home because it's a popular feature to have.

Remember that an appraiser's job is to determine the market value of the home. The total size of the living area is only part of the equation. Imagine a 3,000 square foot house that contains 20 small rooms each consisting of 150 square feet. Such a build out would not be very popular for a typical family.

Many real estate agents and builders will include all finished "walkable" areas when totaling the square feet of a house. It's certainly

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OFFICE SPACE, W/D HkUps, Fnc/Yd • $680/Mo + agents will use the 350/Dep + Pet Dep • 312-8007 AT THE CORNER OF MAIN & square footage that's SATE FE IN NORMAN. Duplex 1 & 2 Bd/1Bth Avail.

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Approx.651 sq ft at 540/mo get finished and addi$600/Mo • 329-2450 Elite Properties @ 360-6624 tions are constructed, 1Bd/1Bth in Cardinal Creek LOOKING FOR a person to set Gated • Quiet Comm • Remod Kit increasing the chances up a Coffee Shop, Tea Room, or Srv Pet Only $500/Mo + 500/Dep Specialty shop inside that tax records will be Avai Now! Upstrs Unit! App. Fee. Auntie Maes 872-5157 or 535-9538 outdated and inaccuAntiques & Collectibles, Westside 1230sq’ Townhouse & Est. business of over rate. It's for this rea- 20 years on Main Street in Purcell.

2Bd/1.5Bth, Vaulted Ceiling, Wood Burning FP, W/D Hookups, Great Dining and Kitchen Area son that some agents $750/mo + $500/dep 1yr LS. Totaling over 2500sq’ simply choose to omit 360-0317 Revamped, Handicap Access For as low as $550/mo the square footage in for information call. 527-5214 the listing report. or email auntiemaes@gmail.com You've probably seen a Restaurant, Chinese for disclaimer similar to RENT in Noble, Equipment this on a house listing: on Location (405) 326-0888 "Information deemed GREAT LOCATIONS reliable but not guarSpaces starting at $250. Quick anteed. Buyer to verify access to I-35 & Hwy 9. I-35 Expo Utilities Paid & Janitorial Service. square footage."

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Calculating the square • 2 Office Suites Available • Updated. 1270 - 1280sq’ footage of a home is Utilities Included. more of opinion than 1300 McGee Dr. 321-5999 for additional information. exact science. If you're Office or Small Retail, interested in buying a W. Main & 24th Ave. particular house and $650-750/Mo want to know the size Large Retail Space, 500 W. Main, Across from expressed in square the new Sprouts grocery feet, my advice would Cecil Woods Management Inc. be to make an appoint321-3800 ment to visit the home 1253 Lindsay Plaza Dr and bring your tape (S of Sonic -1Blk E of 12th Ave SE) measure, pen, paper Condo Office Warehouse, 1500 SF normantranscript.com 1-12’ OD. $850/mo Bill 326-9206 and calculator.

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