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How to improve your home’s curb appeal Men and women who have tried to sell a home are likely familiar with the phrase “curb appeal.” Curb appeal is similar to getting ready for a big date, only you’re not dressing yourself up to make a strong first impression. Instead, improving curb appeal involves dressing your home up in the hopes it makes a strong first impression on prospective buyers, many of whom will have a strong opinion about the property before they even get out of their cars to have a look around.
driveway edging can protect the lawn, preventing kids from riding their bicycles onto the lawn or cars from driving onto it. Adding edging is not a very difficult do-it-yourself project. • Take to the trees. Many homeowners grow accustomed to overgrown trees around their property and may not notice that low-hanging,
A home with strong curb appeal can entice buyers who are likely to believe that a home with a well-maintained exterior is likely to have an equally impressive interior. Homeowners who want the process of selling their home to go smoothly can improve the property’s curb appeal in a number of ways, many of which don’t necessitate a substantial home improvement budget.
• Clean the gutters. Leaves and sticks hanging from the gutters are a red flag to buyers, who tend to associate clogged gutters with roof damage. Clean the gutters thoroughly before putting your home up for sale and keep them clean throughout the selling process. If your property includes lots of trees, install guards to keep twigs and leaves out of the gutters.
• Make the home accessible through the front door. Many homeowners enter their home through a side door or through their garage. If you fall into this category, keep in mind that prospective buyers will be entering through the front door, so make this area accessible. Clear any clutter, such as overgrown hedges, away from the front door, and consider upgrading the door handle to a more modern feature. In addition, make sure the lock on the front door doesn’t stick, forcing the realtor and buyers to immediately struggle before entering the home. You want buyers and their real estate agents to get in and out of the home as smoothly as possible.
• Clean up. The most effective way to improve curb appeal is to clean up the property. Many homeowners are savvy enough to remove toys and other items from the yard before showing a home, but cleaning up goes beyond removing clutter from the property. Make sure all hedges are trimmed and remove weeds, sticks and other debris from any flower beds. Lay mulch in the flower beds and garden, as mulch prevents weed growth while helping the soil retain moisture, resulting in more attractive gardens to catch a buyer’s eye. • Get an “edge” on other sellers. Edging is another easy and effective way to improve curb appeal. Edge driveways, sidewalks and other walkways around the property, removing or trimming anything that is hanging over the driveway or walkways. If the boundary between your driveway and lawn is not distinct, consider installing edging materials such as stone or bricks. The edging can be level with the driveway or elevated, but keep in mind that elevated
obscure your home.
Ensuring a home’s primary entryway is welcoming and wellgroomed is one way homeowners can improve curb appeal.
unsightly branches are hiding the home from view. Buyers want to see the house, so take to the trees and trim any branches that hang too low or
• Make sure all plants, including flowers, are living. Dehydrated or dead plants and flowers are eyesores, and they will give buyers the impression that you didn’t pay much attention to your property. Make sure all plants are alive and thriving and replace those that aren’t. You can replant new flowers or plants or just use potted plants instead. When purchasing new plants, choose low-maintenance varieties that appeal to buyers who want good vibrant plants but might not want to put in much work into the garden.
When selling a home, homeowners can employ a number of tactics to improve their home’s curb appeal.
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Create a lighting scheme that works for the kitchen When designing a kitchen, homeowners typically give substantial consideration to many elements of their dream design, including cabinet and countertop materials and which brand of appliances they most prefer. But few may consider the lighting for the room as thoroughly. Lighting is an important consideration in any room, but most especially in the kitchen, where people tend to gravitate and spend a good portion of their time. The right lighting can have a dramatic effect on the functionality of the kitchen, including how the space feels when you enter it. The right blend of lights can create a vibrant mood in the kitchen, while light can be adjusted according to what needs to get done in the space. Establishing a lighting plan in a kitchen requires a combination of different lights. The main focus should be on three distinct lighting types: task lighting, ambient lighting and accent lighting.
Task Lighting Task light is beneficial anywhere a person will need to perform tasks that require close concentration, such as chopping vegetables. Task lighting shines direct light onto a surface, illuminating it thoroughly, and it can be turned off when it is not needed. Task lighting is generally placed above counters and islands where one will be slicing vegetables and preparing food. There may be lighting over the sink to illuminate dirty dishes. If a kitchen has a desk area, lighting above the desk will make that area more functional. Many task lighting designs include lights under cabinetry to shine down onto counters and eliminate shadowed recesses. Under-cabinet lighting is a relatively
inexpensive add-on for existing kitchens. Homeowners can add lighting afterward to focus more light onto countertops.
Ambient Lighting Ambient lighting is another name for all-over lighting that fills a room. During the day, ambient light may stream in from windows and skylights. However, at night, ambient lighting is created by different light fixtures in a room. In the kitchen, overhead fixtures are a popular choice for ambient lighting. A blend of hanging pendant lamps, chandeliers and recessed lighting can create the amount of light needed. Homeowners should pay special attention to the bulbs and fixtures they choose, as not all produce the same amount of light. Those concerned about energy efficiency also must give mind to whether the bulbs will use a lot of energy or last a long time. Compact fluorescent bulbs as well as LED lighting are long-lasting and do not use as much energy as incandescent bulbs. Indirect ambient lighting softens shadows in a room, creating a warm, inviting glow. It is an important layer of light that is often overlooked in the kitchen. Setting ambient lighting on a dimmer enables homeowners to cast a mood that is desired when the kitchen isn’t being used for prep work.
Accent Lighting If there are key elements around the kitchen that a person would like to highlight, such as a china set, accent lighting can do the trick. Spotlights can be used to show off collectibles, while a subtle strip of lighting can illuminate a wall of artwork. Many people like to install accent lighting inside of cabinetry to create dramatic focal points. Some homeowners may want to incorporate decorative lighting in their kitchens. This is the use of ornate chandeliers, hanging pendants and other eye-catching fixtures. Decorative lighting should be considered in proportion to the size of the kitchen. Therefore, smaller kitchens will have smaller fixtures and vice versa. Decorative lighting may be the most expensive type of kitchen lighting, so some homeowners prefer to plan ahead for the inclusion of decorative accents by having the wiring ready and then adding the fixtures over time. Lighting in a kitchen can be just as important as which appliances and other accessories homeowners choose for their kitchens. Without the right mix of lighting, the kitchen may not be functional or inviting.
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Gatsby Ranch-style Gatsby Has Daylight Basement Craftsman details give a nostalgic look to the Gatsby. From the street, this looks like a small ranch-style home, but looks can be deceiving. Designed for construction on a down-slope to the rear, the home offers 2,100+ square feet of living space, more than a third of it in the daylight basement. Wide windows brighten each of the basement’s four rooms: family room, bathroom, and two bedrooms. The family room’s sliding glass doors lead out onto a wide patio, partially covered by the main floor deck above. Handsome 6x6 wooden posts, neatly trimmed out at the top and bottom, support the wide front entry porch. Three centrally placed steps bring people to a front door flanked by sidelights. From the inside, the door’s three glass panes near the top let in still more light while allowing insiders to see who is outside. The stairway’s half wall increases the foyer’s sense of expansiveness. Wide windows fill most of the rear wall, in the naturally bright combination living room/ dining room straight ahead of the foyer. The widest of these extends almost to the gas fireplace. A sliding glass door on the left slides open to offer easy access to the rear covered deck. The kitchen is open to the dining room, separated only by a peninsular counter. A gently curved eating bar rims the counter on the dining room side. The Gatsby’s kitchen is rich in both counter and storage space, including a large walk-in pantry. Garage access, a utility room, powder room, and storage closet are also nearby. The owners’ suite fills out the remainder of the ground floor. Amenities include: a large corner shower, two lavatories, a private toilet, and a good-sized walk-in closet.
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REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS
The list below is the transfer of ownership that has occurred throughout the previous week. The Register of Deeds Office records every transfer of ownership and collects state revenue tax stamps at $2.25 per $1000 of value stated on the 521 or Real Estate Transfer Statement. Listed by date of deed, grantor, grantee, stamp tax, and legal description. To calculate the value of the transaction, divide the Stamp Tax by .00225. 5/29/2014 Jantzen Farms, Inc LBSA, LLC 1,374.75 34, T-13-N, R-30-W
6/4/2014 Kleenwein, Chad B & Jennifer L Pavelka, Scoot B, Et Al, Stoetzel, Samantha D 213.75 North Platte Original Town, Lts 4, Blk 42
6/6/2014 McClellen, Jack D Luenenborg, Gale & Debra 27.00 Schatz Add., S 100' of Lt 2 Blk 1
6/11/2014 Fensler, Robert F & Yvette M Furrow, Kenneth F & Natalie M 407.25 Russian Olive Estates Sub., Lt 14 Blk 2
5/29/2014 MCJAY Partnership Irrigation Technology, Inc 180.00 Janeck's Sub., E 176.15' of E 1/2 of Blk 6
6/4/2014 Miller, Douglas ; Miller, Steven; Miller, Terry Miller, Douglas, Et Al, Miller, Steven, Miller, Terry 387.00 24, T-14-N, R-26-W
6/6/2014 Sukraw, Darrell D Dowhower, Jeffrey W 67.50 Flynn's Add., Lt 10 Blk 16
6/11/2014 Hajek, Donna R Arensdorf, Levi & Melissa 51.75 Frontier Resort, Lt 19, Lake Maloney
5/30/2014 Bunde, Diane L, Et Al, W B T Associates Richardson, Gerald Keith 225.00 Ruth's Add., Lt 2
6/5/2014 Calvary Assembly of God Church Hinrichsen, Keith A 67.50 Calvary 1st Sub., Lt 4
6/6/2014 Vapenik, Dirk M & Roseanna L Harvey, David K 135.00 Lincoln Highway 1st Replat, Lt 2
6/11/2014 Lutz, Timothy R Mann, Stacy Jynx 562.50 Gregg Administrative Sub., Lt 2 Maxwell
5/30/2014 Grandel, Zane M Hopping, Troy J & Melissa A 148.50 Camfield Sub., Parcel Map of Tracts, Lt B
6/5/2014 Smith, Robert P & Linda C Cumming, Danielle, Et Al, Southard, Mark 87.75 Horne's Add., Lt 3 Blk 2, Maxwell
6/9/2014 Su Shao Juan & Zheng, Ding Oi Pate, David W & Tina 798.75 Parkview South 2nd Replat, Lt 4
6/11/2014 McCall, Lynn L & Dorothy L McCall, John D & Gaylene 1,350.00 11, T-13-N, R-31-W
5/30/2014 Haotson, David E & Traci L Sayer, Kris & Jackie A 360.00 32, T-12-N, R-34-W
6/6/2014 Burbach, Randal W & Dennis Y Lowe, Michael & Gail 33.75 Hogsett's Sub., Lt 13
6/10/2014 Branting, Bonny J TMS Investments, LLC 292.50 Southfield 5th Add., Lt 7 Blk 2
6/12/2014 Albrecht, Cathy, Et Al, Minard, Phillip L Daigger, Gregory L 33.75 22, T-14-N, R-30-W
5/30/2014 Howard, Rodney L & Rhonda A Eskleson, Michael J & Peterson, Julie A 614.25 Replat of Tract 2, 4, & 6 of Corrected Plat of Ridgecrest Estates, Lt 1 (4.76 A); Corrected Plat of Ridgecrest Estates, Lt 1 (14.18 A)
6/6/2014 Jensen, Gerald I & Cheri L Henning, Thomas J & Mary E 540.00 Jeffrey Lake Area 4 Sec 9, Lt 10
6/10/2014 Defigarelli, Jon P & Stacy G Branting, Bonny J 198.00 Sanford's Add., Lt 13 Blk 2
6/12/2014 Davidson, Calvin M & Melisa L Hiatt, Irving F & Renae M 236.25 Ziegler's Sub., Lt 6 Blk 1
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Did you know? According to TGB Enterprises in Burlington, Ontario, kitchen renovations are the most popular home improvement projects. Renovating a kitchen is a great way to increase the value and also the functionality of a home. The National Kitchen & Bath Association's latest market report says that, in the first three months of 2012, the number of homeowners who started a kitchen renovation was up more than 50 percent from the previous quarter. A kitchen is a central gathering place and is one of the most popular family gathering spots in the house. With traditional dining rooms being eliminated in favor of open, eat-in kitchens and entertaining spaces, more attention than ever is now placed on a well-designed kitchen. The average remodeling budget for a kitchen renovation exceeds $30,000. But there are ways to keep budgets in check. • Do some of the work yourself to reduce money spent on labor costs. • Consider laminate flooring and counters, which will look like real stone but at a fraction of the cost. • Skip custom cabinetry in lieu of stock units. They're more attractive than ever before and don't require the wait time of custom-ordered cabinets. • Choose less expensive, mid-range appliances that may function better than or equal to high-end models. • Plan layout accurately and spend time reviewing your designs. Late changes in a remodel can quickly eat up a budget.
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404 Apartments Unfurnished 2 Bdrm Apartment, Clean, Quiet, well cared for. No Pets, No Smoking, $590/ month + Deposit. 308- 530-6552 SOUTH PLATTE TERRACE APTS. 700 E. Philip 308-532-1853 Right place-Right price *Spacious 1-2 &3 Bdrm Apartments *Eat-in kitchens *Laundry machines in each building *2 Playgrounds *Basketball Courts *Outdoor Pool *Fitness Center *Garages available *No pets *On Site Manager *On Site Maintenance
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Platteview Apartments 302 West Leota, North Platte, NE. Taking applications for remodeled 1 bedroom units for qualified seniors or handicapped/ disabled. Utilities paid, pets allowed. Call 308-534- 9760. Equal Housing Opportunity.
Great Location, Clean 1 bdrm, Pets OK! Available now! Won’t last! Call now: 308-520-4414
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1612 EAST D 308-534-4500 Spacious 1 or 2 bedroom apartments. MOVE IN SPECIALS AVAILABLE! No Pets! Onsite Manager
Prairie View Townhouses 1101 South Tabor Street North Platte, 2 & 3 Bdrm Units No Pets
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MOVE IN SPECIAL PRICES 2 Bdrm $531-$565 3 Bdrm $607-$659 4 Bdrm $721 TABOR RANCH APARTMENTS 1102 South Tabor (308) 534-5032
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2 & 3 Bdrm apartments available Call 308-379-1384 for details Updated studio New carpet & paint Nice decor, water paid $325 (308) 539-0308 In North Platte, Big 2 Bdrm, 416 West 1st, all appliances washer/ dryer, $650/mo + deposit. (308) 534-4057 FIRST MONTH FREE RENT 314 West Philip, #1 4-plex 2 Bdrm, 1 bath apartment, approximately 520 sq. ft., stove & refrigerator, $550/mo + deposit, references required, no pets. 308-660-5798
407 Duplexes 2 Bdrm- stove & refrigerator included, no pets, $525 + deposit 822 West E. (308) 530-0153 Commercial Investment Services 212 No. Dewey 308-532-1332 1, 2, 3 Bedroom Rentals Available For a complete residential rental list please visit www.cis northplatte.com
407 Duplexes 2 bdrm. Available NOW! Good location. Contact 308- 520-4414 Beautiful Large, 2 Bdrm2 bath, hard wood floors, lots of character, appliances included, off street parking. $675/ month + Deposit. No Pets. 308-534-3546
410 House For Rent 114 Reid -4 Bdrm, 1 ba, shed, $695/m + deposit, lease agreement. (308) 520-6304. House for rent 510 S Vine 4 bdrm, 2 bath, attached and detached garage, $1300/month plus deposit.(573) 521-7477 FOR RENT: 3 Bdrm, 1 Bath, single family home, finished basement with garage $750/month with $750 deposit. May allow small pet with additional $100/month rent & pet deposit. New appliances. Hardwood floor in livingroom, new carpet & tile throughout. Need rental application before showing. Call 651-955- 9940 for appointment.
413 Miscellaneous Big Red Storage Several units available. Best prices in North Platte, Call North Platte, 308532-7170 1421 East 4th. Garage for car or storage. 41’ x14.5’ walk in and overhead door, located 1805 1/2 West 9th. $150/month. (308) 5397845
419 Mobile Homes For Rent 1 Bdrm Mobile home, storage building, water & sewer provided, furnished. $375/mo $200 deposit 1421 1/2 North Sheridan. (308)539-7845 3 Bdrm Mobile Homes immediate move in. Pets OK! 308-520-4414
551 Acreages & Lots 2 adjoining paved corner lots, with 2 car garage, and a basement. Corner o f 1 2 t h a n d P o p l a r. $32,500. 308-539-7846 or 308-539-7845.
554 Houses For Sale
428 Townhouses & Condos Cedarwood Condos conveniently & quietly located next to shopping & medical. 1/2 Month free rent 302 Hahn Ave - 3 bdrm, 2 car garage condo unit, 1½ bath, 1,371 sq. ft., appliances, $1,095/ month + deposit. References required, no pets. 660-5798 Taborwood Townhomes 55+ w/ income restrictions 2BR 1bath apartments Accepting applications for waiting list Call Amy at (308) 532-1332
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554 Houses For Sale REDUCED PRICE Beauti ful 4 Bdr m, 3.5 bath, with enclosed sun room, new addition family room, fireplace, formal dining and living room, attached outdoor deck & covered patios, attached 2 car garage & large storage shed. In optimal southwest neigh borhood, North Platte. NE, must see to appreciate, Photos at Zillow .com 308-520-3545
554 Houses For Sale Sutherland: 4 Bdrm, 1 bath, 2200 sq ft, full finished basement, 2 car garage, newer roof /HVAC... nice quiet neighborhood, 3 blocks from school. Call 308-386-8713
For Sale by Owner: Ogallala NE 45 minutes from North Platte and only 10 Minutes to Lake McConaughy 1300 Sioux Ridge Dr Built new 2007, 2,139 sq ft, 4 bdrm, 2.5 baths, new patio deck. $330,000 or best offer. call 308-520-7001
Move-in-Ready home for sale; 3 Bdm, 1 Ba, 1 car attached garage, quiet neighborhood, privacy fence, fireplace, 808 Russian Olive Rd. of North Platte, $119,900, call 308-534-5547
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For sale in Cozad: 4Bdrm/2Ba brick home. New roof and windows, finished basement, deck, attached garage, and underground sprinklers. Great family home with unique 2nd floor bedroom including built in beds and desks. Appliances included. For more information or to view contact 308-530 -0036 or 206-240-0143
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551 Acreages & Lots GREAT LITTLE ACREAGE NEAR MAYWOOD NE:: 1,114 sf home on 7 acres with outbuildings, and option to add 73 acres of pasture. Photos a n d i n f o a t w w w. lashleyland.com. Duane McClain, listing agent, 308-532-9300.
2620 West 4th Street
3 Bdrm, 1 Bath 1000 square ft., Single car garage and storage shed, large backyard. $79,900. 308-520-3294
Move in ready 4bdrm, 3 bath, 2 plus car garage with breezeway,privacy fence, deck, shed, all updated, photos at zillow.com, 820 West 4th, $182,500. 308-532-7303 or 308-660-2306.