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Small interior design touches can make a big impactFor homeowners looking to

make a big interior designsplash while staying on-trend,it’s all about focusing on littletouches, say experts.

“You may not think muchabout the knobs and handles onyour kitchen and bathroom cab-inets, credenzas and other fur-nishings, but these small touch-es can be the jewelry of yourhome and are an inexpensive yetimportant design remodel,” saysacclaimed designer, Eric Cohler,who has been listed as a top in-ternational designer by HouseBeautiful and Elle Décor maga-zines. Want to update or coordi-nate the entire look and feel ofyour home? Cohler is offeringsome tips:

• Think Metal: Metals are ahot trend -- from artisanal cop-pers to sassy bronzes and fromcool nickel to sharp stainlesssteel. While metallic finishesmay already be pepperedthroughout your home on appli-ances, plumbing fixtures andeven textiles, don’t forget thatyou can subtly follow the metaltrend by including the look oncabinetry door pulls, furniturehardware and even hinges. Itadds just the right amount ofpolish and elegance to a roomwithout being too opulent.

• Warmth: Copper, alongwith its chromatic cousins --brass, bronze and gold -- bringsa sense of warmth to the home.Pair it with natural wood, leath-er or glass to create a calm, ele-gant impression in any environ-ment. Avoid mixing copper toomuch with primary colors.

For example, if you’re lookingfor a warm and rustic surfacewith dark undertones, Cohler

recommends consideringknobs, handles and hinges witha Brushed Copper finish, avail-able from such cabinet hard-ware brands as Amerock Hard-ware. A copper finish has theversatility to blend with bothmodern and traditional décor.

• Layered Look: Combin-ing a range of finishes can giveyou a layered effect, which is vi-sually interesting. Avoid fittingsthat are identical or match ev-erything in the room, says Coh-ler.

• Cabinets: When it comesto decorative hardware for cabi-nets, a coordinated look is stillthe most popular among home-owners. For the more adventur-ous, try a modified mixing ofhardware. For instance, you canhave all your wall cupboards fit-ted with brass and all the basecabinets and drawers with cop-per hardware.

• Don’t get bored: Fashionconscious homeowners shouldconsider keeping two sets of cab-inet hardware on hand andchange them every other year tokeep the look fresh. Swappingthem out is simple, and just re-quires a screwdriver.

• Make it Easy: For manypeople, choosing cabinet hard-ware can be confusing and arbi-trary. However, narrowing yoursearch to a curated collectioncan make the process easier. Forexample, AmerockNOW curat-ed by Cohler, captures regionalstyle trends across the country,with refreshed styles and newfinishes that blend with both tra-ditionally styled interiors andmore contemporary decors.

More information about newproducts, as well as design tips

and regional trends can befound at www.Amerock.com.

From functional hinges and

screws to decorative knobs andbackplates, updating small de-tails throughout your home is a

great avenue for personal ex-pression and trend-setting.

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324 N. Howeth St ~ Gainesville3 bedroom home in Gainesville. Tile and laminate wood floorthroughout. Detached garage with space for 4 cars. Spacious back-yard with a patio and picnic table. Kitchen has gas stove and lots ofcabinets. Great investment opportunity! $66,500.

729 Valley View Ct ~ ArgyleOne-of-a-kind 4 bedroom, 4 bath home with a heated pool and spa in Argyle! This home has a contemporary feel, gorgeous views, andlots of natural light. This home has a circle driveway and is located on a cul-de-sac. Open kitchen, study, 2 living areas, and a formal dining room. Beautiful patios, perfect for entertaining! Oversized garage and separate workshop. $739,000.

1214 Long Leaf Dr ~ SavannahImmaculate 4 bedroom, 3 bath home, over 3,000 square feet in Savannah. An open floor plan with wood floors downstairs, 2 living areas, a study, and a media room. Kitchen has sleek, black appliances, lots of cabinets, a pantry, and a breakfast bar! Spacious master suite with a corner soaking tub and separate shower. Large backyard, beautiful land-scaping, and all the amenities of Savannah! Move-in ready! $249,500.

4227 Boxwood ~ DentonLovely 4 bedrm hm in Pecan Creek! 4th bedrm makes great study.Family rm open to kitchen and breakfast area, lots of natural light.Incredible details, archways, crown molding and decorative light fixtures. Master suite has lovely view, plantation shutters, garden tub, separate vanities. Attic storage over garage. Backyd is peaceful setting with stone walkway, arbor and beautiful landscaping.Backs up to green belt area, lots of trees. Walk to elementary. $279,900.

Marla Carrico, Realtor®Carrico and Associates Realtors1421 N. Elm Street, Suite 105 • Denton, TX940-387-6800 • www.marlacarrico.com

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Commercial building for sale in a prime location near the historical Denton square! 4,580 square feet. Already leased out! Tenant is Soho Salon. Charming building built in 1900 with hardwood floors, tile, and fresh paint throughout. Wheelchair accessible. $549,500. Call Marla 940-395-4014.

COMMERCIAL $549,500

2532 Louise Street ~ DentonGolden opportunity. Spacious convenience store with full kitchen and furnished dining area. There is also an upstairs efficiency living space. This store is ripe for a conversion to student-centered convenience store and eatery. Owner also does a brisk business with money transfers and check cash-ing in addition to the store sales. Call Marla 940-395-0414.

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Ways to enrich your lawn, garden this summerYou may not recognize honey

bees beyond their black and goldstripes, but bees and other polli-nators play a vital role in our en-vironment. Bees pollinate morethan 16 percent of floweringplant species, including thosefound in yards, landscapes andparks in our communities andacross the country.

Government officials and sci-entists agree bee health is a com-plex issue dating back to the1800’s. Research points to mul-tiple factors affecting bees, suchas pests, parasites, climatechange, and nutrition problems.

Fortunately, even home gar-deners can promote bee healthby maintaining pollinator-friendly lawn and landscapes,and incorporating plants thatprovide an essential habitat.

“Gardeners can make con-scious decisions to purchaseflowers or plants that increaseopportunities for bees and otherpollinators to enrich our envi-ronment,” says Aaron Hobbs,President of RISE (ResponsibleIndustry for a Sound Environ-

ment). “One way we can pro-mote bee health is by creating aninviting habitat and an abun-dant source of food to ensurebees can meet their nutritionalneeds to survive and thrive.”

With that in mind, RISE isoffering tips for maintainingbee-friendly lawns and land-scapes:

• Plant native flora. Grow-ing native flowers and plants willadapt better to where you liveand provide a familiar foodsource to local pollinators.

• Include diverse flowercolors and fragrances inyour garden. Bees are especial-ly attracted to flowers in shadesof purple, blue, white and yellow,while butterflies like red andpurple.

• Provide water and sun.Pollinators love visiting a sunnylocation with a source of freshwater nearby.

• Read and follow labelinstructions. Be responsible byalways reading and following alllabel instructions when usingany pesticide product. Make

sure to choose the right productfor your problem, and apply itcorrectly.

• Plant generously. A largeamount of flowers is more at-tractive to pollinators than sin-gle plants.

Pollinators play an important

role in a healthy environment.Promoting bee health aroundyour lawn and garden can makea difference.

To learn more about themany factors affecting beehealth and how to promote theirlong-term existence, visit

www.DebugtheMyths.com. Youalso can join the conversation onFacebook and Twitter with#BeeResponsible. There aremany simple steps you can taketo be part of the solution in yourown backyard and community.

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3220 Brooke ~ Denton3/2/2. WON’T LAST! Great home close to Evers Elementary. $129,000. Call Josh White for more information 940-390-9518.

629 Rudell$75,000. DON’T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY! Inventory is low. Call Josh White for more information 940-390-9518.

Keaton Kove ~ Shady Shores2 half-acre lots can be bought together or separately. $45,000 and $55,000. Great land to build your dream home. Lots of trees. Call Josh White for more informa-tion 940-390-9518.

8866 Hickory3 houses. $244,000.Call Josh White for more information 940-390-9518

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Tips for lawn mower maintenance

It’s the season for outdoorfun in your yard. It’s also the sea-son for lawn mower mainte-nance.

Paying attention to lawn

mower maintenance -- particu-larly for riding mowers -- canpay off in many ways. It increas-es your mower’s performance,reliability and even durability.

Take care of scheduled main-tenance before something be-comes an issue and costs you bigbucks.

Here a few tips from the ex-

perts at Exmark Manufacturing,a leading manufacturer of com-mercial zero-turn mowers:

• Cleaning: Clean often butminimize use of water. Water

can lead to corrosion, amongother problems. Use com-pressed air or blowers as muchas possible. If you do use water,make sure you grease and lubri-cate afterwards.

• Adjust New Belts: Checkthe belt three times in the first24 hours of use, and adjust ifnecessary. During this time, thebelt is fitting into the pulleys. If itis allowed to loosen as it fits in,you may spin or burn it, drasti-cally reducing its life.

• Sharpen and BalanceMower Blades: Every eight to10 hours of use, sharpen bladesand replace damaged ones.Blade-balancing tools are inex-pensive and readily available.Consider keeping an extra set ofsharp, balanced blades.

More lawn mower mainte-nance tips are available atwww.exmark.com/Service-Tips.aspx.

Proper mower maintenancecan go a long way to makingyard work easier.

-StatePoint


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Easy DIY projects for fun summer momentsWith warm weather here,

now is the time to tackle thoseseasonal do-it-yourself projects.By getting a jump start on yourhome improvement projects listyou’ll ensure a summer full offamily fun.

The experts at True Valueknow that the best summer mo-ments are earned. Here are a fewDIY project ideas and tips fromthe True Value DIY Squad tohelp earn the satisfaction of a jobwell done.

Yard Clean UpCan you see it now? A sunny

day, cool grass and a perfectlylandscaped yard you completedin the spring. Small landscapingprojects such as edging andmulching can make a huge dif-ference in the way your yardlooks. Edging offers functionalbenefits by separating the gar-den from the rest of the yard,and keeps plants healthy in thegardening bed. Mulch improvesthe soil quality by allowing morewater and air movementthrough the soil.

“Even if you live in a warm

climate, your grass is likelylooking brown or tan, ratherthan green,” says Danika Her-rick, blogger for Gorgeous ShinyThings and a member of theTrue Value DIY Squad. “Yardimprovement doesn’t have to bedaunting. Simple weekend pro-jects like edging, mulching or

even fertilizing give your lawnthe nutrients and updates itneeds for strong roots and a lushgreen appearance that will lastall summer long.”

Backyard GatheringsExtend the dining experience

outdoors – everything tastes bet-ter alfresco with family and

friends. If you haven’t had a chance to

fire up your grill this season, dustit off and then take a close look atall of its components to makesure everything is in properworking order.

Check hoses for cracks ordamage, inspect burners and

gas tubes and tighten any loosescrews and bolts before firing itup for a well-earned backyardcookout.

Family MemoriesPerhaps the greatest benefit

of getting ahead of the gamewith do-it-yourself projects isearning extra family time in thesummer. With a focus on DIYyard work now, your yard will beprepped for fun activities thatwill allow the whole family to getinvolved.

Time spent with the familyon an epic water balloon battleor even backyard movie nightsmaximizes use of the yard, keepsthe family entertained andmakes memorable summer mo-ments.

For more DIY advice andweekend project inspiration, vis-it www.TrueValueProjects.com,www.Facebook.com/TrueValueand www.Pinterest.com/True-Value.

With a bit of effort now, asummer of outdoor fun and re-laxation can be yours.

-StatePoint

SprucLooking for an easy and in-

expensive way to refresh yourhome this summer?

With a little inspiration andwork you can give your home aquick makeover within a limitedbudget.

“From interior décor projectsto a fresh coat of paint, there areplenty of ways to make a big im-pact in a room for under $100,”says Carmen De La Paz, 3Mspokesperson and former host ofHGTV’s “Hammer Heads.”

With that in mind, De LaPaz, an interior designer andDIY expert, has some tips tohelp inspire project ideas:

• Refurbishing a homecan be expensive and tiring.Don’t replace perfectly good fur-niture when there is no need. In-stead, consider refreshing a tiredchair, table or coat rack with acoat of paint.

• Make a big impact bypainting an accent wall inyour home. Concomplementary color to the pal-ette of the space. Whether youwant to enhance the size of aroom, draw attention to a newfurniture piece or just add a littleflair, an accent wall is a simpleway to make it happen.

• Paint a fresh design ele-ment like a pattern or astripe to change the look of aroom. You don’t need to turn toa professional service for sharp,crisp paint lines. With a highquality painter’s tape, such as thenew ScotchBlue Painter`s Tapewith Advanced Edge-Lock PaintLine Protector, you can get supersharp paint lines. This tape pro-vides edge-to-edge protectionfor improved paint bleed perfor-


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Spruce up your home this summer for under $100Looking for an easy and in-

expensive way to refresh yourhome this summer?

With a little inspiration andwork you can give your home aquick makeover within a limitedbudget.

“From interior décor projectsto a fresh coat of paint, there areplenty of ways to make a big im-pact in a room for under $100,”says Carmen De La Paz, 3Mspokesperson and former host ofHGTV’s “Hammer Heads.”

With that in mind, De LaPaz, an interior designer andDIY expert, has some tips tohelp inspire project ideas:

• Refurbishing a homecan be expensive and tiring.Don’t replace perfectly good fur-niture when there is no need. In-stead, consider refreshing a tiredchair, table or coat rack with acoat of paint.

• Make a big impact bypainting an accent wall inyour home. Consider usingcomplementary color to the pal-ette of the space. Whether youwant to enhance the size of aroom, draw attention to a newfurniture piece or just add a littleflair, an accent wall is a simpleway to make it happen.

• Paint a fresh design ele-ment like a pattern or astripe to change the look of aroom. You don’t need to turn toa professional service for sharp,crisp paint lines. With a highquality painter’s tape, such as thenew ScotchBlue Painter`s Tapewith Advanced Edge-Lock PaintLine Protector, you can get supersharp paint lines. This tape pro-vides edge-to-edge protectionfor improved paint bleed perfor-

mance.• Spice up your room with

a DIY wall art project, suchas this one from the NestingPlace blog. First, tape off rect-angles with high-quality paint-er’s tape. The shapes can bevarying sizes and shapes to cre-ate an interesting wall effect. Ap-ply your creativity to have theshapes fill your wall space.

Remember, there are norules, so at this point, get experi-mental and tape a design thatlooks appealing to you.

After taping, choose a singlepaint color and trace the paint-er’s tape. For a bolder effect, picktwo complementary colors andalternate tracing the rectangleshapes.

Alternating colors willachieve a brighter, bolder look.Take into consideration what theroom will be used for as that canhelp set the tone for the patternand colors.

Also be sure to let the paintdry enough so that it’s dry totouch before carefully removingit.

Feeling inspired? Channelthat creativity this summer bysubmitting your own home re-fresh project for under $100 andyou could win $5,000 to put to-wards a home makeover. Visitwww.ScotchBlue.com/home-contest to enter the “Home ofScotchBlue Painter’s Tape” con-test by July 15, 2014 or learnmore, and see official rules.

You don’t need an enormousbudget or a professional. With abit of inspiration and the righttools, you can refresh any hum-drum space in an afternoon.

-StatePoint


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Debunking the myths about homeownership

As a result of the recent housing crisis,many potential homebuyers, especiallyfirst-timers, are hesitant to enter the mar-ket. But if you’re holding back, evaluatewhy. Experts say your reasons may bebased on myth.

“Buying a home is more affordablethan ever for families with stable incomesand good credit,” says Christina Boyle,Vice President and Head of Single-Fami-ly Sourcing & Relationship Management,at Freddie Mac.

So before ruling out homeownership,get the facts. Boyle is offering some tips tohelp you sort fact from fiction.

• Myth: I need to make a big down-payment, as much as 20 percent, to get amortgage.

• Fact: A 20 percent downpayment isnot the golden rule. Generally you shouldexpect to put down about five or 10 per-cent. Note however, you may be requiredto pay mortgage insurance if you make adownpayment of less than 20 percent.

When deciding whether homeowner-ship is right for you, don’t forget to con-sider other expenses like closing costs,property taxes, and maintenance costs.

• Myth: I need perfect credit to buy ahome and will never qualify for a loan.

• Fact: In response to the housing cri-sis, banks re-evaluated the criteria forlending money to help put buyers in amore financially comfortable positionand ensure they can afford what they buy.

So while it’s true that getting a mort-gage today requires a stronger credit his-tory than in past years, you don’t need

perfect credit. Keep in mind though, thatthe higher your score, the more optionsyou have when looking for a mortgage.

• Myth: I don’t make enough money

to own a home so I plan to rent for thelong-term.

• Fact: In many areas of the country, itis more affordable to own a home than

rent one, especially as rents are rising fast.With a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage,you’ll have the certainty of knowing whatyour mortgage payment will be for 30years, whereas rents could continue torise.

Despite these facts, note that home-ownership is not necessarily the right stepfor everyone. If you move frequently ordon’t have time for home maintenance,renting might make more sense for yourlifestyle.

• Myth: Mortgage rates are rising toofast and I’ve missed the window of oppor-tunity to buy.

• Fact: While mortgage rates have ris-en over the past year, they are still at nearhistoric lows, with a 30-year fixed mort-gage under 4.5 percent at the start of2014. These rates make homeownershipvery affordable.

For comparative purposes, in 2000,rates averaged eight percent; and in the80s, they spiked to 18.5 percent. To putthat in perspective, a mortgage paymenton a $150,000 loan at today’s 4.5 percentis $760 per month, whereas in 2000, itwould have been $1,100 (not includingtaxes and insurance).

Free home buying resources, such asworksheets, mortgage calculators, andoverviews of the mortgage process areavailable at www.FreddieMac.com.

Considering homeownership? Don’tassume it’s out of reach. Educate yourselfon your local market and reach out to ahousing professional to get started.

-StatePoint


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Protect your family from tick bites, lyme diseaseMore than 30,000 cases of

Lyme disease are reported eachyear, making it the most com-monly reported vector-borne ill-ness in the US, according to theCenters for Disease Control andPrevention. Make sure yourfamily isn’t part of that number.

As the warmer months coaxus outside, reducing the risk oftick bites is essential to protect-ing your family from Lyme dis-ease and its potential long-term,devastating effects.

Lyme disease can cause facialor Bell’s palsy, severe headaches,neck stiffness, heart palpita-tions, and pain and swelling inlarge joints. However, it’s diffi-cult to diagnose, as symptomscan be attributed to other healthproblems. Left untreated, ap-proximately 60 percent of Lymedisease sufferers experience ar-thritis, while five percent devel-op chronic neurological chal-lenges months or years after theinfection.

“Had I understood the po-tential severity of Lyme diseaseand taken the threat seriously, Imight have saved my childrenfrom years of suffering,” saysJennifer Reid, a mother of twochildren affected by Lyme dis-ease and Community Coordina-tor for the BLAST Lyme DiseasePrevention Program. “Preven-tion is possible.”

BLAST is a helpful acronymrepresenting basic tick bite pre-vention measures -- Bathe, Lookfor ticks, Apply repellants, Spraythe yard and Treat your pets. Ad-ditionally, Reid recommendstaking these simple steps:

For People• Avoid wooded and busy ar-

eas with high grass and leaf lit-

ter.• Apply repellent to exposed

skin and clothing before out-door activities.

• Bathe or shower right afterspending time outdoors andconduct a full-body tick check.Use a mirror to see hard to reachplaces such as the under arms,belly button, scalp, and behindthe knees.

For Pets• Check pets for ticks daily

and remove them as soon aspossible.

• Talk with your veterinarianabout using tick preventativeson your pet.

• Watch pets closely forchanges in behavior or appetite.This may indicate Lyme diseaseinfection.

In Your Yard• Place a wood chip or gravel

barrier between your lawn, pa-tio, and play equipment and any

wooded areas. This will restricttick migration into recreationalareas.

• Mow the lawn frequentlyand keep leaves raked.

• Keep playground equip-ment and patios away from yardedges and trees and place themin sunny locations, if possible.

• Pest control products canhelp protect your family fromtick bites, according to RISE(Responsible Industry for a

Sound Environment), a nationaltrade association. On a seasonalbasis, consult a professional tospray the perimeter.

Get more tips to become a“backyard boss” and protectyour family against hidden lawnand landscape risks by visitinghttp://blog.debugthemyth.com.

This season, take charge ofyour backyard and learn how toprotect your family.

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©2012 Equal Housing OpportunityScan to see all the homeslisted by the Denton office.

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Scan to see all the homeslisted by the Denton office.

DENTON

DENTON

5410 Green Ivy $160,000This beautiful 4 bedroom, 2 bath (or 3 bedroom with office) is the perfect place to call home! Tremendous curb appeal, large backyard, fabu-lous community pool, parks, and playgrounds. Well-maintained and move-in ready. Guyer High School. Easy access to Teasley Lane and I-35. Call Brandi Jackson 972-896-6116

ARGYLE

4404 Argyle Ln. $494,000Welcome to southern living on one acre in beautiful Argyle. This home offers it all from the covered porch to the open concept family home. Master bath with dual shower heads and body sprays, claw foot tub, and dual vanity. 3 additional bedrooms plus a study, flex, or exercise room. Formals and great room with open kitchen and breakfast sun room overlooking beautiful yard with diving pool, deck, hot tub, and outdoor grill.

Call Kay T. Moore 940-391-3058

DENTON

6701 Hayling Way $209,900Open and bright home in OAKMONT awaits you! 5 bedrooms! Island kitchen with ample storage and energy-efficient updated appliances. Master retreat features fireplace, spacious bathroom, and dream closet! HOA includes country club, tennis, pools, play-grounds! Minutes from golf course! 2010 AC units, extra venting, and turbines to help keep bills low! Large backyard with storage building. Close to I-35 for an easy commute. Don’t miss this home!

Call Laura Mauelshagen 940-300-8997

DENTON

312 Meadow Ln. $153,900This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is in the best located subdivi-sion in Denton. Equally close to UNT, TWU, and 5 minutes from Discovery Park. Darling split bedroom home with di-vine yard with gazebo and serene patio. Home is open and bright, with great flow between kitchen, living, breakfast area, and dining. Large dining area could be 2nd living. New (2014) roof. This well-kept home will not last.

Call Patrice Easley 817-797-1449

DECATUR

237 Emma Call Ct. $147,500Updated 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2-story town home just min-utes from downtown Decatur. Master suite is located on lower level. Home features an all-electric kitchen with up-dated countertop and flooring. Andersen doors on front and back entry are a plus. Town home is bright and open with recent paint and lighting upgrades. Backyard is a de-light for hummingbirds and has room for a small garden. Covered patio and additional storage in 2-car garage.Call Sue Cogdell 940-390-3264

Denton.Ebby.com | 940-891-3229 | Laura Brewer, ManagerIf you would like to schedule a confidential interview to join our team of Sales Professionals, call Laura Brewer at 940-367-0329

VALLEY VIEW

385 CR 2255 $399,000Beautiful 5-yr-old home on 5+ heavily wooded acres (5 ad-ditional available) with barn and workshop. 4 br, 3.5 baths, study, loft, game room, huge master with a bathroom ex-traordinaire. Also features a covered front porch, covered patio, additional outside sitting area, and fenced dog yard. Vinyl wood flooring downstairs, granite counters, huge laundry with cabinets and sink, decorative lighting, walk-in shower. Barn has loft.Call John Cox 940-595-5915

VALLEY VIEW

464 CR 319 $334,900Home is on 10 acres fenced and cross-fenced with gated entry. Recent updates including fresh paint, tile, and carpeting, stainless appliances including fridge, and two 4-ton 16-SEER heat pumps. Large bonus room plus a 40x60 metal shop with loafing shed and stall tack room.

Call Tammy Huddleston 940-382-4503

DENTON

1413 Hunter’s Ridge Circle $425,000Custom-built home with lots of extras! The backyard, outdoor living area, and pool/spa will sell this home. Inside there are well-appointed appliances and fixtures, slate fireplace, split bdrms, formal living and dining. Upstairs are a game room, 2 bdrms, and a study. Outside living area has fireplace, ceiling fans and is screened-in—makes for great entertaining! Beautiful pool/spa and pergola with fans. Landscaping by a Master Gardener.

Call Laura Brewer 940-367-0329

DENTON

3512 Remington $549,000Backyard paradise with pool, pergola, and cooking center! Grand entry with wood floors and split formals! Master and guest bedroom down, which is great for MIL. Built-in refrig, granite, island, and walk-in pantry! Upstairs are 3 bedrooms, two baths, and a great game room with wet bar! Electric gate, three-car garage. Pool table and TV remain with the home! Call Laura Brewer at 940-367-0329

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475 CR 262 $485,000Property located in Callisburg school district with 3,000+ sq ft home. Daniel Boone log home features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Great room and master br both feature 19-ft ceilings. Work from your home office adjacent to 60x8 back porch. Custom iron handrails showcase the loft and staircase. Floor plan is open with lots of windows and plenty of room to roam.

Call Sue Cogdell at 940-390-3264

DENTON

301 Benjamin St. $126,500This darling half-duplex boasts 3 bedrooms and 3 bath-rooms! Ideally located near the college campuses, so it’s perfect for students or a family that wants to be close to the heart of Denton. Spacious living and eating area, fenced backyard, and NEW ROOF being installed any day! Neighbors are painting their half-duplex to match. 301 Benjamin—the perfect spot to make your own!Call Brandi Jackson 972-896-6116

920 Hayden Ln. $234,9004 bedroom home with open living and dining. Kitchen features granite countertops and ceramic tile flooring. Island sink and bar area for easy entertaining and large gatherings. Fourth bedroom or flex room great for overnight guests and is located downstairs. Under-stairwell storage a plus and plenty of closet space in this home. Upstairs second living or office space allows for privacy with atrium-style door. Buyer to verify all measure-ments.

Call Sue Cogdell 940-390-3264

SAVANNAH

3201 Teasley Lane, Suite 600, Denton, Texas 76210OFFICE HOURS: M-F 9:00AM-5:30PM SAT. 9:00AM-NOON


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Natural tips to keep gardeners healthy

More than 41,200 people across thenation were injured in 2012 while work-ing in their gardens, reports the U.S. Con-sumer Product Safety Commission. Con-versely, many common flowers andplants have healing properties that canhelp gardeners treat their injuries.

Made from plants, as well as animalsand minerals, homeopathic medicines of-fer some of the safest options for self-treatable conditions -- and can be greatfor ailments and injuries that befall homegardeners. Because the risk of interactionwith other drugs, supplements and herbsis minimal, experts say these naturalmedicines are a good first choice for earlysymptoms.

Easily found in health food stores andpharmacies, these non-prescription med-icines work naturally with the body in-stead of masking a problem, which is im-portant if a more serious conditionshould arise.

With that in mind, here are some ho-meopathic treatments for common gar-dener ailments:

• Allergies: Relieving allergy symp-toms provides a good example of theprinciple behind homeopathic medi-cines. Chopping a red onion has a “toxic”effect, causing eyes to water and burn un-

til exposed to fresh air. When similarsymptoms appear from allergies or a cold,a micro-dose of the red onion helps re-lieve those same symptoms. The red on-ion in this homeopathic form takes theLatin name of its source, Allium cepa.

Try Ambrosia (Ragweed) for waterynasal discharge with eyes that tear anditch and Sabadilla (Cevadilla) for hyper-sensitivity to the smell of flowers or itch-ing in the back of the mouth. A good gen-eral allergy medicine is Histaminum,which is derived from histamine.

• Sore, Stiff Muscles: For gardeners

suffering back and knee injuries, Arnicamontana can be an essential gardeningtool.

Commonly known as the Mountaindaisy, Arnica’s healing properties werefirst recognized in the 16th century. Leg-end has it mountain climbers chewed theplant to relieve sore, aching muscles andbruises from falls. Today, this homeo-pathic medicine is used by professionalathletes and surgeons for muscle painand stiffness, swelling from injuries andbruising. For more information visitwww.Arnicare.com.

• Sunburn, Blisters and OtherSkin Conditions: In its homeopathicform, Calendula (Garden marigold) isone of the most versatile aids for skin irri-tations. Try a Calendula cream or oint-ment for blisters and calluses, cuts andscrapes, rashes, and chapped skin causedby wind, dry or cold air, or sun.

Used for centuries as a natural healingand soothing substance, Calendula’swound-healing properties are due to es-sential oils, saponins, flavonoids and al-kaloids. These compounds have skinhealing properties.

• Bug Bites: To help relieve bee andwasp stings, as well as gnat, black fly ormosquito bites, take five pellets of Apismellifica (Honey bee) every 30 minutesfor up to six doses. And apply Calendulatopically.

• Take Breaks and Relax: Whilemany plants help us nurture our health,remember to practice common sense.Prepare properly by stretching and wear-ing sun block. Don’t overdo it. Takebreaks. End your day with a soaking bath.

Relieve conditions at the first sign ofsymptoms before they grow out of con-trol, so you can continue your gardeningactivities.

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Flower Mound ~ SPACIOUS DREES HOMEUpdated in 2013, this home has room for everyone! Two living plus study and island kitchen with granite. Master suite is huge and bed-room og of Master is perfect for nursery or workout room. $299,900 Call Charlotte Wilcox 214-808-8612

www.12159620.yourpreferredteam.com

Flower Mound ~ PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING!Open and spacious home with impressive entrance and sweeping stairway. Kitchen with island is open to family room with fireplace. Game room upstairs. Great location close to schools, restaurants, shopping and lakes. Minutes to DFW Airport. $294,900 Call Dan Staples 972-317-9437

www.12143392.danielstaples.com

Lewisville ~ FABULOUS 1 STORY!Flower Mound & Highland Village schools! Charming kit boasts granite counters, tumbled marble bksplsh & tile ers. Brick fp & vaulted ceiling accent huge liv rm. Split master suite, spacious 2nd living rm, planta-tion shutters throughout. Beautiful bkyd w/shade trees & lrg open patio. Won’t last long! Call Dottie at 214-212-1919 for details. $179,900

www.12156192.DottieCurryHomes.com

Flower Mound ~ GREAT LOCATION!Great schools in this very desired neighborhood. Two-story home is a charmer, full of character. Large sunroom and workshop in backyard, large living areas and beautiful amenities. he eow of this home is great for entertaining. $271,000 Call Brent Nelms 214-616-7092

www.12159042.brentnelms.com

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Lewisville ~ LOVELY HOME IN THE VALLEY!One story, 4 bedrooms plus study area. All rooms are large. Study area og kitchen with doors to backyard. Backyard has covered patio, clean, private & room for pool. Master suite has 3 closets. Very nice to call home. $179,900 Call Roxa Maynard 214-734-2011

www.12135678.homesbyroxa.com

Lantana ~ GOLF COURSE LOT WITH POOL!Wonderful soaring brick and stone 2-story situated on large golf course lot with sparkling pool and amazing views. 4/3.5/3, 4 living areas including large game room and media room. Wood eoors, spacious Master with lux-urious bath. Great kitchen with lots of cabinets, arbor, covered patio with balcony, three-car garage and more! $489,000 Call Cammy 214-724-0331

www.12153057.cammyturgon.com

Lantana ~ STUNNING SOTHERBY HOMELocated in the award-winning Lantana Golf Course community. Stun-ning custom fnish throughout. Beautiful open kitchen, study with li-brary desk and shelving, huge upstairs media room can also be a fourth bedroom. Large game room with balcony. $389,900 Call Raisa Wilfong 972-317-9406

www.12161339.raisawilfong.com

Corinth ~ HEAVILY TREED ACREAGEGreat property with approx. 255 d. of frontage on FM 2181 was zoned residential and is currently zoned commercial. West of Hwy I-35 on north side of FM 2181. Call Tracey Clidon for more information. 972-317-9424

www.12030964.traceyclidon.com

Double Oak ~ Immaculate Home on 1 Acre with Pond ViewGorgeous 4 br/4.1 bath family home on 1 acre w/pool. Entry w/hard-wood eoors leading into the study. 2 LV Rms with see-thru freplace & crown molding downsairs. 2 large dining areas. Another LV area up-stairs. Exquisite landscaping throughout property. Backyard play pool with serene views to a neighborhood pond! $519,900

www.12143939.garykuhatschek.com

Flower Mound ~ IMPRESSIVE IN EVERY WAY!his immaculate executive home boasts game room, occe, Master suite with custom touches. he backyard oasis is spectacular with its sparkling pool and spa with waterfall features, fre pit, dual covered patios and water slide. You will feel like you are on vacation everyday in this amazing home! $549,900 Call Dave Ryer 972-317-9408

www.12164316.ryerrealty.com

Copper Canyon ~ Bring Your Horses!Hard to fnd acreage in Copper Canyon with barn and arena. 3 ponds not to mention gorgeous home with great eoorplan, outdoor kitchen and living areas. Pool with rock water slide and fountain features, play-house and playscape. 3rd eoor man cave, full media rm, gmrm, study niche. $1,320,000 Call Debbie Lief 682-551-5305

www.12043819.debbieliefrealty.com

Corinth ~ 4 BEDROOM HOME ON LARGE CORNER LOT!Two-story entry, stacked formals, counter space, living area has freplace with gas logs, oversized secondary bedrooms with walk-in closets. 37x10 covered patio, upgraded 16 SEER A/C unit, immaculately maintained. $182,000 Call Ben deAnda 927-342-5029 direct

www.12156757.BuildBuyorSell.com


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