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When selling a home, your agent makes all the difference in the success of your listing. You may already know that a realtor provides invaluable information about neighborhoods, schools, and area demographics when you are buying a home, but there are important consid-erations to keep in mind when you are choosing a realtor to sell your home as well. Karmen Gardner is a local realtor with Keller Williams Realty in Arlington, Texas. “I believe that your agent should be com-mitted to you, whether you are buying or selling a home,” Karmen said. “I want my clients to utilize my expertise, and see me as a local resource, because I have knowl-edge to share about local communities, schools, and demographics, as well as the best strategies to sell a home.” Listing your home with Karmen means that you have a successful realtor on your side who will coach you on how to best sell your home, and she provides comprehensive marketing strategies for your situation. From the front lawn to the garage, she has your best interests in mind, and will work hard to ensure your listing is sold quickly and for a fair price. All of Karmen’s sellers receive an en-hanced listing on Realtor.com, as well as being listed on 30-40 sites, including her own Keller Williams site. Karmen is a realtor full time, so scheduling opportunities are available during the day, as well as on evenings and weekends by appointment. She is fully committed to serving you and your real estate needs, and utilizes a team of

dedicated professionals to make sure your listing receives the attention it deserves. With an average market time of 30 days for her listings to sell, Karmen maintains open lines of communication with her clients, encouraging contact when questions arise, and initiating contact weekly at mini-mum to report on activity and feedback from potential buyers. “One of the most important aspects of selling a home is to make it appealing for potential buyers,” Karmen said, sharing that she suggests sellers depersonalize their homes so buyers can envision them-selves living there. “I tell my sellers that ‘Your buyer is coming today’ when they have a showing,” Karmen said. “Showings are an opportu-nity to showcase your home and all that it has to offer, and you don’t get a second chance to make a first impression.” Karmen also offers extensive buyer services, including a complimentary con-sultation, customized property tours, daily property updates, assist with home loan prequalification, and is a top negotiator to ensure you are getting the best deal pos-sible for your new home. Karmen is your local relocation specialist, with knowledge on local school districts, neighborhoods, and demograph-ics. She has your best interests in mind, seeking out only the best homes that fit your unique needs, and is able to show interested buyers both new and existing homes in their target areas. Karmen welcomes the opportunity to be interviewed by prospective clients, and is happy to provide references of past clients for you to contact. Call today for a no-obligation free market analysis. For more information and to contact Karmen Gardner, a realtor “Rooted in Integrity”, please call 817-455-0095, or visit http://karmengardner.yourkwagent.com.

Body & Beauty Advanced Cosmetic Surgery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Beyond Skin Deep . . . . . . . . .3Perfect Touch Spa . . . . . . . . .6Eyelash Extensions . . . . . . . . 7Bella Permanent Makeup Studio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Health & Fitness aRoundJoy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Fashion Sequel Bridal . . . . . . . . . . .3Ladies Plus Size Resale . . . 6Feminine Fashions . . . . . . . . 7Rerun Resale Boutique . . . . 7A&M Wellness Centre . . . . . 11

Business Opportunities Lovin Life CEO . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Business & Career Resources Certified Coaches Federation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3C3 for Women. . . . . . . . . . . . 11eWomen Network . . . . . . . . 14The Joy of Connecting Arlington . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Gifts & Services At Your Service Personal Concierge . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Oro Fino’s Lil Luxuries . . . . .12Silpada Designs Jewelry . . . 14

Alexander Portrait Designers . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Home & Garden The Estate Warehouse . . . . . 6Scentsy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Blinds by Kim . . . . . . . . . . . . .7Carpentry Connection . . . .11Winchester Gun Gallery. . . . 12Centsability Services . . . . . . 14

Legal, Finance & Insurance Ponder & Rivera, PLLC . . . . . .2Law Office of Lauren Gaydos Duffer, P.C. . . . . . . 12Elizabeth Alexander, CPA . . .14

Non-Profit A Hole in my Heart . . . . . . .14

Volume 6, Issue 10

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Michelle Martin, PublisherOffice: 817-733-7522Cell: 817-247-3890Fax: (toll free) 1-877-601-3890P.O. Box 14358Arlington, TX 76094michelle@fwmetrowoman.comwww.MetroWomanFortWorth.com

PhotographyAlexander Portrait Designers817-473-7632

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Body & Beauty

Arbonne, Linda Swirski. . . .817-416-8968www.formulaswiss.myarbonne.comLook & Feel Better with Quality Skin & Health Care Products

BeautiControl . . . . . . . . . . . .817-429-6929 Mobile Spawww.beautipage.com/lisawilkinson

Beautiful Image Arlington . 817-404-7549www.beautifulimagearlington.comNon-surgical Facial and Body SculptingSpecializing in the “Lunchtime Facelift”

Jafra Skin Care . . . . . . . . . . 817-219-0621mizchill@yahoo.com

Perfect Touch Spa . . . . . . . . . 817-801-82003609 W. Park Row, ArlingtonSee our ad on page 6

Pure Romance by Cari . . . . .469-274-3886Classy, In-home parties for adult women

Renaissance Facial . . . . . . . . 817-988-6876 & MassageIntro Facial - $50 (new clients only)

Richelle’s Hair Designs . . . . . 972-310-2825Salon & Mobile Hair Service Available

Virunde Salon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 817-861-38932230 W. Park Row Dr. , Suite E & F

Business Resources

C3 for Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . 817-247-3890www.c3forwomen.comWhere women in business connect, collaborate and create success!See our ad on page 11

Dana McGuffin, CPA . . 888-624-4419 x19 - Outsourced Financial Services www.mcguffin-cpa.com

JMV’s Accounting . . . . . . . . . 800-560-6436 Serviceswww.onestopaccountingshop.com

Texas Business Women. . . . 817-465-2168 Arlington Meetings are second Thursday monthly

The Joy of Connecting . . . . 817-247-3890www.c3forwomen.com/jocSee our ad on page 15

Business Opportunities

Ambit Energy . . . . . . . . . 888-782-6248www.energyofchoice.goambit.comHome Business! Make Money helping people Save on Electric bills monthly. BBB

Denice Ford . . . . . . . . . . . . . .817-690-4637Get Paid to Drink Healthy Coffee!

Coaching & Counseling

Blue Heron Soul Arts . . . . . .817-219-7913www.blueheronsoularts.comWomen’s Spiritual Retreats, Empowering Workshops, Counseling/Mentoring

Fort Worth Hypnosis . . . . . . 817-219-7913 & Wellness Centerwww.fwhypnosis.com

Life Coach Certification. . 866-455-2155www.certifiedcoachesfederation.com

RUD Counseling . . . . . . . . . . 817-466-4450 and Psychotherapywww.hope2heal.org

Gifts & Greeting Cards

BLM PaperWorks . . . . . . . . .214-228-6732www.blmpaperworks.com

Health & Wellness

Healthy Home Technologies. 817-368-1298www.healthyhometechnologies.com

Inn Balance Retreats . . . . . . .817-349-4396www.innbalanceretreats.com

JoAnn Callanan, CH,LMT. . .817-360-7827Hypnosis or Massage $65, Colleyville

Massage - Lisa Ramos . . . .682-553-35272206 W. Park Row #106, Arlington

Weight Management. . . . . .817-690-4637 & Facial Therapy www.fordhealthshop.com

Yoga Education. . . . . . . . . . . 214-794-3274www.yogaeducationforschools.comDiscover a new sense of aliveness through yoga! Ages 3-93

Home & Garden

A Woman’s Touch . . . . . . . . . 817-658-3752 Landscape/Design Cowww.womans-touch.com

AFS Interior Decor . . . . . . . . .682-561-5377& Home Staging; www.allforshow.net

All Things Great & Small . . 817-706-5999www.atgnsdesigns.com

Carpentry Connection. . . . 817-253-4593Home Repair & RemodelingSee our ad on page 11

Celebrating Home . . . . . . . .817-637-4931Home Decor and Business Opportunities

Eco Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .817-581-8918Organizational Cleaning Service

Emerald Financial Ltd . . . . 817-540-5884www.emeraldfinancialltd.comProviding home loans for 15 yearsChristine Parks Lic #64447

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1-800-DRY CARPET . . . . . . . .817-247-6001www.drycarpet.com

Legal, Financial & Insurance

Ameriprise Financial. . . . . .817-770-8397 Services, Inc. www.ameripriseadvisors.com/kimberly.a.feldmanMore within reach. SM�

BenefitsMart, LLC . . . . . . . . .817-565-8558www.benefitsmartllc.comIndividual & Group Insurance - Health, Life, Long-term care, Disability and AFLAC

Leticia M. Evans . . . . . . . . .817-276-9600 Attorney at Lawwww.lettyevanslaw.comConsumer Bankruptcy Law Firm...assisting individuals with debt relief

Non-Profit Organizations

A Hole in my Heart. . . . . . .817-596-0104www.aholeinmyheart.com

Girls Inc. Tarrant . . . . . . . . .817-468-0306www.girlsinctarrant.org

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Spring has sprung, bringing with it more daylight hours and warmer tem-peratures. The great outdoors once again welcomes those who hibernated from the brisk winter air. Running trails will flood with joggers, and playing fields will fill with eager athletes.

Before rushing back into the sun’s warm embrace, spring-lovers should take note: Without proper protection, skin may be at risk for overexposure from the sun, even though it may not feel like summer yet. Dermatologists emphasize that UV rays are present year-round. Additionally, athletes’ skin can be more susceptible to sun damage so doctors advise anyone spending time outdoors - especially when running or playing sports outside - to take precautions to protect his or her skin.

Spring is a great opportunity to get in the habit of using daily sun protection. Dr. Elizabeth K. Hale, clinical associate professor of dermatology at New York University School of Medicine, who runs marathons in her spare time, has these tips for staying sporty and sun-safe:

* Convenience is key. To help remember to apply sunscreen, keep a bottle in your medicine cabinet next to your tooth

brush. Throw another bottle in your bag with your athletic gear, so applying before workouts becomes as routine as tying your shoelaces.

* Get in gear. You wouldn’t run without proper footwear or show up to practice without the right equipment, so make sure to choose a sunscreen that is durable enough to work as hard as you do. Cop-pertone Sport with Replenishing Antioxi-dants helps fortify skin’s natural antioxi-dant defenses, which can be depleted during sun exposure, especially during physical activity. The product is also ultra-sweatproof, which means that it stays on even when you’re working your hardest, and won’t run into eyes and sting.

* Be an early bird. In springtime, the sun rises earlier, making it easier to get out of bed in the morning. If you schedule your outdoor workout during the early morn-ing, not only will you avoid the day’s most powerful UV rays but you will also be energized and satisfied knowing you got a healthy start.

* Disguise your eyes. UV radiation can damage the eyes and the skin around them, so remember to wear your shades. To provide the best protection for your eyes, your sunglasses should block out 99 to 100 percent of UVA and UVB rays. Choose wrap-around frames, which stay on during active exercise.

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