june homes guide

A Publication of the Granbury Association of REALTORS JUNE 2012

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817-219-0456Horseman’s Dream w/ Picturesque Countryside Views

Incredible countryside estate on 54+ acres. Open concept 6 bdrm, multiple living areas, gun room, mud room, bonus room + guest house. Large barn with 2 stalls, 2 tackrooms, workshop area + green house & firepit area $1,900,000

Lakeside Living at its Best

Gorgeous lake views, open floor plan, beamed ceil-ings, custom woodwork & built-ins, large boat dock

$622,000

Incredible Waterfront

Fantastic lake home, 4/4/3 w/ 4,132 sqft, open con-cept, split bedroom, Earth tones, gourmet kitchen

$499,000

Masterful Views

Elegant mainbody waterfront home, large win-dows, island kitchen & decadent porch + boat dock

$489,000

Incredible Lake House That Will Knock Your Socks OffAbsolutely gorgeous wa-terfront home w/ beautiful landscaping, mature trees, ter-raced yard & boat dock. Lots of windows, tons of space, arched doorways, 5th bedroom could be study, PLUS guest house.

$469,000

Not the Average Lake Home

Trendy & classic lake house, rich stained wood ceil-ings & walls, bowling alley kitchen counter & more

$239,000

Designed for Comfort

Inviting 3/2/3 open floor plan, gameroom, ceramic & tile flooring, landscaped, covered patio

$225,000

Excellent Mainbody Waterfront, Needs Some UpdatesSoaring ceilings, big open rooms & 5 beautifully wooded acres! Abundant closet & stor-age space, island kitchen, open living area. Wrap around porch, 4 car garage, workshop, ad-ditional space for guest house or gameroom. $324,500

Home In Pecan Plantation

Custom built & well-maintained 3/2/2 + gam-eroom, covered patio with lovely fenced backyard

$179,900

Cute A-Frame Cottage

2/2 on canal with boat slip, eat-in kitchen, break-fast bar, gameroom, balcony, porch, storage bldg.

$91,000

Spectacular Lake Views

Distinctive home, heavenly hillside views + guest house. Large open concept & landscaping

$339,000

Golf Course Home

Large home overlooking the golf course, huge kitchen, covered patio and screened porch

$539,000

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258-HARBOR LAKES! New golf course listing. Custom built, 3bd/3ba, 3 car garage, large open living area, beauti-ful master suite with double fireplace. Spacious kitchen, granite counter tops, island and breakfast bar. Large out-door living space overlooking pool, and fantastic view of wa-ter and golf course. $349,900 MLS# 11756584

284-DECORDOVA RANCH! Custom built in 2008, approx. 2887 sq.ft., oversized bed-rooms, 2½ baths, game room, and beautiful study. Great floor plan, divided bedrooms, fantastic kitchen with granite & double ovens. Beautiful lot, large trees, well landscaped. $309,500 MLS# 11638802

607-WATERFRONT! Just off the main lake, excellent water frontage, fantastic location, huge dock with sundeck & jet ski storage. Spacious 3/2 manufactured home, 2 living areas, immaculate condition, most furniture included. East side of lake. $149,500 MLS# 11535777

820-MOVE TO THE COUN-TRY! Over 4000 sq.ft., 5 bedroom, 3½ baths, 3 living areas, & study. Hardwood floors, fantastic kitchen with island, granite. 20.9 acres, in ground pool, 30x50 4 stall horse barn/shop, pond, nice oak trees. $594,500 MLS# 11729047

402-NEW WATERFRONT LISTING! Great location east side of Granbury. Good water, stone landing, double boat dock, 2 well landscaped lots, with trees. Immaculate 3/2/2 brick, extra garage for work shop, new AC and appliances. $229,500 MLS# 11684562

202-BUILDER’S PERSONAL HOME with all the extras in DeCordova Ranch. Beauti-fully decorated, stained con-crete floors, stone fireplace, fantastic floor plan, 2 full & 2 half baths, 3 spacious bedrooms & study. 3 car ga-rage, well landscaped yard, very private. High energy efficiency. $384,900 MLS# 11753261

602-4 BEDROOM WATER-FRONT!! Beautiful views on OPEN WATER!! 4/2 with 2 car carport, manufactured home. 2 living areas + bonus room off master. Huge covered deck, 16X14 storage/shop, rock underpinning, covered fishing dock, well + much more. LIKE NEW! - FHA financing available - $189,900 MLS# 11766859

408-210’ MAINBODY WATER-FRONT! 3/2 fully furnished! Totally updated w/granite, travertine tile & more. Sprawling open living/din-ing. 2 car + RV/shop. Gazebo w/hot tub, covered dock w/2 lifts. AWE-SOME VIEWS! FABULOUS WATER! $369,900 MLS# 11731163

615-NEW WATERFRONT LISTING! 3/2 with 2 car carport doublewide on 1 and a half lots, large shade trees, fenced, storage building, covered patio, rock retaining wall, boat dock with lift and upper deck. Corner lot with great lake views! $123,500 MLS#11754846

420-WE’RE AT THE LAKE!! That’s what you’ll tell your friends about this charming 2/2 waterfront home! Large tree covered lot, wooden decks overlooking the lake. Retaining walls, boat dock with lift. NICE! $169,000 MLS# 11761685

424-INCREDIBLY BEAUTI-FUL PARK-LIKE WATER-FRONT SETTING!! Im-maculate 2bd, darling home situated on almost 1 acre waterfront lot. Complete with 1 car garage + 32x30 shop w/overhead doors & carport. Retaining wall, dock for boat & jet skis. UNBELIEVABLE! $300,000 MLS# 11625739

4020-FABULOUS ONE OF A KIND MAINBODY LOT!! Saltwater pool, retaining walls, dock with deck (needs work). Electric, water, septic already there. Mobiles O.K.!! Fantas-tic, on point. Unbelievable views from all sides! $259,900 MLS# 11761812

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A Great Place for You...and for Mom and Dad, too!

100 Watermark Blvd., Granbury, TX 76048(817) 573-3434

www.WaterviewLife.comA Legend Retirement Corp. Community

AL# 104023, 104024

Waterview offers everything you have been looking for. A lakefront property, custom-built homes, pool, clubhouse and dining options await you at The Vista’s Edge at Waterview. On site are state-of-the-art Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care communities that include spacious apartments, many fl oor plans from which to choose, chef-prepared dining, and fi tness and wellness classes. You can keep your independence in your own home, and know that Mom and Dad are close by, receiving the care and attention they deserve.

Stop by today to view our homes. We know you’ll fall in love with the indoor and outdoor fi replaces, views over Lake Granbury, beautiful kitchens and detailed woodwork. And while you’re here, take a look at our communities to see what Mom and Dad could be enjoying as well.

Call us today at (817) 573-3434 to schedule a tour and learn about all the great savings going on now!

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A Great Place for You...and for Mom and Dad, too!

100 Watermark Blvd., Granbury, TX 76048(817) 573-3434

www.WaterviewLife.comA Legend Retirement Corp. Community

AL# 104023, 104024

Waterview offers everything you have been looking for. A lakefront property, custom-built homes, pool, clubhouse and dining options await you at The Vista’s Edge at Waterview. On site are state-of-the-art Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care communities that include spacious apartments, many fl oor plans from which to choose, chef-prepared dining, and fi tness and wellness classes. You can keep your independence in your own home, and know that Mom and Dad are close by, receiving the care and attention they deserve.

Stop by today to view our homes. We know you’ll fall in love with the indoor and outdoor fi replaces, views over Lake Granbury, beautiful kitchens and detailed woodwork. And while you’re here, take a look at our communities to see what Mom and Dad could be enjoying as well.

Call us today at (817) 573-3434 to schedule a tour and learn about all the great savings going on now!

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Shirley HooksBroker

Shirley Hooks, Inc.

- GRANBURY -817-573-8801

122 N. Crockett St.

- GODLEY -817-389-2121

101 Main StreetTHE EXPERTS IN LUXURIOUS CASUAL LIVING

WWW.CENTURY21SHOOKS.COM1-888-770-7356

RESIDENTIAL

WATERFRONT & GATED

HOMES WITH ACREAGE

#139 Heart of Granbury 8/8.5/8 Turn of the century historic craftsman style home. Foreclosure! $350,000

#120 The Hills of Granbury 4/3.5/2 Open concept, peace-ful setting with room for your horses! Reduced! $199,900

#225 Timber Cove 4/4/3 This stunning lake front home offers all the ameni-ties that you didn’t know you could afford! $579,900

#142 Canyon Creek 2/2/2 Open concept home on large lot ready for move in! $145,000

#414 Pecan Plantation 4/3.5/3 Elegant Nutcracker Golf Course home is grace with fine finishes and archi-tectural details. $350,000

#125 The Retreat 3/2.5/3 Stunning home on the 14th green with scenic views. A must see! $299,500

#411 Pecan Plantation 4/2/2 Beautiful ranch style home on wonderful treed lot! $194,900

#224 Harbor Lakes 3/3.5/3 The finest finishes & fixtures overlaying the perfect floor plan for lake living and entertaining. $689,000

#135 Pecan Plantation 5/4/2 Spacious home on corner lot with pool and spa for family to enjoy! Reduced $254,000

#114 Timber Cove 4/2.5/3 Like new home in a beautiful upscale community! $348,900

#412 Pecan Plantation 4/2/2 Roomy home with in ground pool and two liv-ing areas. Won’t last long! $149,900

#112 Timber Cove 3/2.5/4 Wonderful home in desirable Timber Cove addi-tion includes a chefs kitchen! Reduced! $349,000

#408 Pecan Plantation 3/2.5/3 Just REDUCED $38,000… Award winning home for an extraordinary value! $272,000

#1420 Country Living 4/3.5/0 Spectacular home on 20+ acres with granite pool and spa! Reduced! $380,000

#505 Texas Hill Country 4/2.5/0 Country home with over 40 acres of breathtaking hill country views! $425,000

#504 Glen Rose 3/3/3 Lovely home on 8 acres with guest quarters. Reduced! $320,000

#506 Country Dream 4/3.5/5 Huge price reduction on this large rock home situ-ated on 3.8 acres! $399,900

#116 Mountain View Estates 4/2/2 Beautiful backyard view to enjoy! Perfect for entertain-ing. Reduced! $169,900

#136 Stoney Creek 3/2.5/2 Immaculate, well cared for home wins the curb appeal award! $224,900

#123 The Peninsula 3/2.5/2 This home in a beautiful up-scale community is ready to welcome its new owners home! $239,900

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Shirley HooksBroker

Shirley Hooks, Inc.

- GRANBURY -817-573-8801

122 N. Crockett St.

- GODLEY -817-389-2121

101 Main StreetTHE EXPERTS IN LUXURIOUS CASUAL LIVING

WWW.CENTURY21SHOOKS.COM1-888-770-7356

RESIDENTIAL

WATERFRONT & GATED

HOMES WITH ACREAGE

#139 Heart of Granbury 8/8.5/8 Turn of the century historic craftsman style home. Foreclosure! $350,000

#120 The Hills of Granbury 4/3.5/2 Open concept, peace-ful setting with room for your horses! Reduced! $199,900

#225 Timber Cove 4/4/3 This stunning lake front home offers all the ameni-ties that you didn’t know you could afford! $579,900

#142 Canyon Creek 2/2/2 Open concept home on large lot ready for move in! $145,000

#414 Pecan Plantation 4/3.5/3 Elegant Nutcracker Golf Course home is grace with fine finishes and archi-tectural details. $350,000

#125 The Retreat 3/2.5/3 Stunning home on the 14th green with scenic views. A must see! $299,500

#411 Pecan Plantation 4/2/2 Beautiful ranch style home on wonderful treed lot! $194,900

#224 Harbor Lakes 3/3.5/3 The finest finishes & fixtures overlaying the perfect floor plan for lake living and entertaining. $689,000

#135 Pecan Plantation 5/4/2 Spacious home on corner lot with pool and spa for family to enjoy! Reduced $254,000

#114 Timber Cove 4/2.5/3 Like new home in a beautiful upscale community! $348,900

#412 Pecan Plantation 4/2/2 Roomy home with in ground pool and two liv-ing areas. Won’t last long! $149,900

#112 Timber Cove 3/2.5/4 Wonderful home in desirable Timber Cove addi-tion includes a chefs kitchen! Reduced! $349,000

#408 Pecan Plantation 3/2.5/3 Just REDUCED $38,000… Award winning home for an extraordinary value! $272,000

#1420 Country Living 4/3.5/0 Spectacular home on 20+ acres with granite pool and spa! Reduced! $380,000

#505 Texas Hill Country 4/2.5/0 Country home with over 40 acres of breathtaking hill country views! $425,000

#504 Glen Rose 3/3/3 Lovely home on 8 acres with guest quarters. Reduced! $320,000

#506 Country Dream 4/3.5/5 Huge price reduction on this large rock home situ-ated on 3.8 acres! $399,900

#116 Mountain View Estates 4/2/2 Beautiful backyard view to enjoy! Perfect for entertain-ing. Reduced! $169,900

#136 Stoney Creek 3/2.5/2 Immaculate, well cared for home wins the curb appeal award! $224,900

#123 The Peninsula 3/2.5/2 This home in a beautiful up-scale community is ready to welcome its new owners home! $239,900

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#31043 EXTRAS! RV Barn, Efficiency Guest Quarters, Work Shop, Extra Detached Garage. On 1.9 Acres with Trees. Brick 3/2/2 Home with Fireplace, Formal Dining, Granite Counter-tops & New Appliances. Chaparral Estates, near Hunter Park on the Lake. $269,000 FIRM

#39493 Brick home 3/2/2 Ready for Move-In. Split Bedrooms, Fireplace, Large Storage w/loft, Large Fenced Back Yard. Updated Appliances, A/C, and Roof. Ft. Worth side of Granbury. No HOA. Reduced to $105,000

MOVE IN

READY

#57303 10 ACRES - No Subdivision - 1960 Site Built 2/2 + Sunroom. Home needs TLC. Includes 2/2 Mobile. Shop. Shed/Carport/Storage 26x100. Trees on back of property. Private setting. Selling ‘As Is’. REDUCED TO $139,000

10 ACRES

#21203 Lakeside Two-in-One. 3653 sq.ft. includesattached guest suite. Open or lock apart. Total 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 living, 2 kitchens, 2 utility areas, sunroom. Waterfront has boat ramp & boat slip. $249,000

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#62083 RESORT LIVING - Come for the Weekend or Stay Forever. Lake access. Walk to all Downtown Activities and City Beach. Clean 1368 sq. ft. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Nice cov-ered parking & covered patio. FencedYard. Storage Bldg. New Roof.NOW $104,900

BRAZOS HARBOR

Adjoining Properties - Currently Rentals

#39103 2006 SW Home 3/1 on large lot. $36,900#13783 2006 SW Home 3/1 on 2 lots. $36,900These can be bought as a pack-age deal. Also with #60153.

RENTALS

#60153 Private setting with large front lawn and Pecan Trees. Spacious Palm Harbor DW with 3/2 Screened Porch & Covered Deck. 30x30 Shop Building w/elec. $112,900

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3405 E. Hwy 377, Suite BGranbury, TX 76049

Albert Land,Owner Broker817-279-2676

817-573-7564Visit us on the web - www.albertland.com email: [email protected]

# 135 3 - 2.5 - 3 BRICK HOME ON HEAVILY WOODED LOT WITH LAKE ACCESS ON FT. WORTH SIDE OF GRANBURY; Split bedroom open concept fl oor plan off ers spacious bedrooms; large island kitchen with ceramic counter tops & full backsplash; 2 dining areas; lots of ceramic fl ooring; landscaped yard with sprinkler system; cut stone gas-log fi replace is center peace of living area; full 3 car-garage. ASKING $257,000

# 210 A WALL OF WINDOWS VIEWS LAKE GRANBURY from this beauti ful 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2 story home; off ering 2 master suites; a recently completed extensive remodel dis-plays itself in an elegant home loaded with ameniti es such as: Granite kitchen tops, stainless whirlpool gold series ap-pliance pkg, lots of ceramic fl ooring, custom lighti ng, custom faucets, zoned a/c-heat systems & more; a 2 year old dock with boat lift and double jet-ski lift . $355,500

# 125 SECLUDED 3-2-2 BRICK COUNTRY HOME on 17.3 ACRES; large pecan and oak trees; beauti ful country style home; lots of covered porch with view of pond & creek; spacious island kitchen; landscaped yard area w/sprin-kler; coastal pasture; nice barn w/pens & hay storage. Asking $269,000

#105 CUSTOM BUILT 3 BR – 2.5 BATH – 2 CAR GARAGE HOME ON GREAT WOODED LOT; Split bedroom, open con-cept fl oor plan features a spacious cook top island kitchen; large master suite includes marbled jett ed tub, separate marble shower, marble vaniti es, and walk-in closet; roomy guest bedrooms separated by jack & jill bath arrangement; shady privacy fenced back yard; oversized garage work shop area: Asking $175,000 – looking for an off er!

# 120 CUSTOM 4 BEDROOM, 4 BATH, 3 CAR-GARAGE HOME ON WATERVIEW LOT IN PRESTIGIOUS HARBOR LAKES ADDITION; Upstairs game room with covered balcony displaying a view of the Harbor Lakes golf course, ponds and Lake Granbury; shows like new landscaped yard w/sprinkler system, wrought iron fencing, island kitchen w/granite tops & full ceramic back splash kitchen aid appliances. Off ered at $ 459,000

BUILDING LOTS AVAILABLE

#735 BEAUTIFUL 8.5 ACRES IN PREMIER NEIGHBORHOOD OF LANTANA FEATURING ESTATE HOMES & PROPERTY. Perfectly located just minutes from Granbury or I-20 to anywhere. Breathtaking views, mature trees, several great building sites, and horses welcome. $76,400

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9Granbury Association of REALTORS

May 16, 2012— distributed by Texas Association of REALTORS®

When the people in your life hear that you’re house hunting, you can expect to get an earful of advice based on their ex-periences. However, you’ll quickly find that everyone’s buying experience is different because everyone has different needs.Good intentions don’t always make for good advice

The homebuying process can be overwhelming, especially for first-time homebuyers. And getting unsolicited advice from friends, family members or coworkers when you’re already encountering a deluge of information might not help ease your stress.

Even though you appreci-ate the input, anything more than general advice may not apply to your situation. Current market conditions affect your search and can vary within a few months’ time, so even if someone recently bought a home, things may differ in your situation. You’ll also find that the time of year and budget concerns make your search unique.The web can be a great starting place, but don’t stop there

Many real estate websites offer advice for homebuyers, but it’s best to take this information with a grain of salt. The advice can be outdated or irrelevant to your needs. And many sites publish advice that comes from others users—people like you who may not have professional real estate experience.

If you register for these sites, you might be contacted by someone offering to help, but you still don’t know if his guid-ance is better than your friends’ or if he’s even familiar with the area. You aren’t obligated to work with a real estate agent until you sign a representation agreement, so feel free to do some research on him before you agree to work with him. Ask him for references and what experience he has working in your market. Leave it to the experts

The best impartial advice you can get will come from your Texas Realtor. He understands the local market and is working on your behalf to find the home that fits your needs, wants and budget. You may not feel comfortable discussing your finances or concerns with friends, family members, or coworkers, but you can be assured that your Texas Realtor is a professional and that you have the same goal in mind: finding you the

home of your dreams.

Which leads to me to my advice for homebuyers, especially first-timers: Be prepared give updates. Because even though this is your home, the people around you will be excited to share in the experience.

Where should you go online for buy-ing and selling help?

There’s certainly no shortage of real estate Web sites. If you spend time online looking for real estate advice or searching for properties, you know that.

This is mostly a good thing because more information makes for more educated con-sumers. But it can be a challenge to wade through all of the information available and determine which sources are credible. Finding sources with relevant information can also be a challenge, so let me tell you about three real estate sites with a Texas focus.Start with a good foundation

Just starting out? TexasRealEstate.com should be your first stop for information about buying, selling and leasing property in Texas.

The site offers frequently updated helpful information including market news, a statewide property search and an easy way to search for and get in touch with Texas REALTORS®.

Need to know more about buying or selling? Visit the Tips section for advice from Texas REALTORS®. Are you new to the state? The site has a Moving to Texas section to help you get on your feet. Need help with affordable housing? Find an affordable-housing specialist in your area.

There’s so much more to TexasRealEstate.com, so I encourage you to visit the site.A little help goes a long way

Many would-be homebuyers who didn’t take advantage of the federal homebuyer tax credit feel that their time to purchase a home has passed. It hasn’t.

There are several housing-assistance programs at city, county and local levels throughout the state that offer downpayment assistance or help with closing costs. TxHomePrograms.org offers an interactive search for such programs that you may not know you qualify for. Continued on p. 13

Make Your Home Search Your Own

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4311 Resort Dr PERFECT HIDEAWAY on Lake Granbury a little off the beaten path. Panoramic views of the lake from the living area, bedroom and the large deck. Totally updated, 2 masters and deep water make this home irresistible. $399,900 Call Debbie 817-235-8227

2211 Tree Top Ct Fabulous Open Concept 3/2/2 stone home on 2.5 acres in Bentwater. Spacious Master Bedroom and Bath, Study, 2 dining areas. Partially Fenced with pool and several mature trees. 14X21 workshop.$265,000 Beth Shearon 817-408-5432

914 Thelma Spectacular New Walk Out Waterfront. Fort Worth side home features 2 Living, 3 Bedroom, 3 ½ Baths & Oversize Double Garage. Homes is decked out to the “T” with granite, unique ceiling treatments, tons of trim work, huge butt-glass windows, Large boat dock, outdoor kitchen, hot tub, gas firepit. $574,900 Charlie Parrish 817-776-3493

ENJOY THIS LOVELYMAINBODY WATERFRONT

VIEW EVERYDAY PRIME COMMERCIAL WATERFRONT WILL SUBDIVIDE 5.29 acres/surveySherri Reynolds - Broker/REALTOR 817-578-1559 - Granbury Realty

[email protected]

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4311 Resort Dr PERFECT HIDEAWAY on Lake Granbury a little off the beaten path. Panoramic views of the lake from the living area, bedroom and the large deck. Totally updated, 2 masters and deep water make this home irresistible. $399,900 Call Debbie 817-235-8227

2211 Tree Top Ct Fabulous Open Concept 3/2/2 stone home on 2.5 acres in Bentwater. Spacious Master Bedroom and Bath, Study, 2 dining areas. Partially Fenced with pool and several mature trees. 14X21 workshop.$265,000 Beth Shearon 817-408-5432

914 Thelma Spectacular New Walk Out Waterfront. Fort Worth side home features 2 Living, 3 Bedroom, 3 ½ Baths & Oversize Double Garage. Homes is decked out to the “T” with granite, unique ceiling treatments, tons of trim work, huge butt-glass windows, Large boat dock, outdoor kitchen, hot tub, gas firepit. $574,900 Charlie Parrish 817-776-3493

12 ©2011 National Association of REALTORS®.Download a free copy of the Field Guide to the Benefits of Home Ownership at HouseLogic.com/buyandsell. ©2011 National Association of REALTORS®.

Studies show that home ownership has a significant positive impact on educational achievement, civic participation, health and

overall quality of life. That’s why, for more than 100 years, REALTORS® have helped people find their piece of the American

Dream. To find out how home ownership can benefit you, talk to an agent who is a REALTOR®®, a member of

the National Association of REALTORS®®.

Every market’s different, call a REALTOR® today.

Some lessonsleave an impression

that will last a lifetime.

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©2011 National Association of REALTORS®.Download a free copy of the Field Guide to the Benefits of Home Ownership at HouseLogic.com/buyandsell. ©2011 National Association of REALTORS®.

Studies show that home ownership has a significant positive impact on educational achievement, civic participation, health and

overall quality of life. That’s why, for more than 100 years, REALTORS® have helped people find their piece of the American

Dream. To find out how home ownership can benefit you, talk to an agent who is a REALTOR®®, a member of

the National Association of REALTORS®®.


Some lessonsleave an impression

that will last a lifetime.

Where should you go online for help (from p. 9)

Coupled with today’s low interest rates, taking advantage of these programs could make homeownership an attractive reality for you.Information when you need it most

Unfortunately, some homeowners face the prospect of falling behind on their mortgage payments and losing their homes for a variety of reasons.

If this is you or someone you know, visit KeepMyTexasHome.org, a site put together by the Texas Foreclosure Prevention Task Force to outline the foreclosure process in Texas – which is different from the processes in other states.

There are options available when a homeowner is in danger of fore-closing, and educating yourself is the best way to keep from feeling overwhelmed.

From the people who know

Aside from their consumer-oriented focus on real estate in Texas, these sites have another thing in common: They’re all created, updated and maintained by Texas REALTORS® – the experts in buying, selling and leasing real property in our state.

Please use these tools and your Texas REALTOR® to arm yourself with information when buying or selling property in Texas.

By: John RihaPublished: November 25, 2011

Here are some tips to get you started on incorporating universal design features in your home.

One of the basic principles of universal design, also called ageless design, is that it makes homes more practical and safer for everyone — not just the elderly or people with limited mobility.

These days, universal design features are an ev-eryday fact of life for many households, with architects and other professional designers adding universal design ideas as a matter of course.

You don’t have to be a pro designer to in-corporate this smart thinking into your own home. If you’re remodeling or simply adding a few upgrades, be sure to keep universal design features in mind. There are lots of resources that’ll give you some great starting points.

As we remodel our 1972 ranch-style house (we’re on the multi-year, budget-as-you-go plan), my wife and I have incorporated sev-eral low-cost, easy-to-do UD features. A few of our favorites:

1. Switch out doorknobs for lever-style handles. Doorknobs require lots of dexterity and torque to open; with levers you simply press and go.

Makes sense for folks with arthritis, of course, but think about an emergency situation when everyone, including small kids, needs to exit fast: A lever handle is a safe, foolproof way to open a door.

A big plus: Levers are good-looking and can contribute to the value of your home. A standard interior passage door lever in a satin nickel finish costs about $20; you’ll pay $25 to $30 for a lockable lever set for your bath or bedroom. Replacing door hardware is an easy DIY job.

2. Replace toggle light switches with rocker-style switches. Rocker

switches feature a big on/off plate that you can operate with a finger, a knuckle, or even your elbow when you’re laden with bags of groceries.

Rocker switches are sleek and good-looking, too. Ever notice how conventional toggle switches get dirt and grime embedded in them after a couple of years? No more! You’ll pay $2 for a single-pole rocker switch, up to $10 for multiple switch sets.

3. Anti-scald devices for your bathroom prevent water from reaching unsafe temps. An anti-scald shower

head ($15) reduces water flow to a trickle if the water gets too hot. An anti-scald faucet device ($40) replaces your faucet aerator and also reduces hot water flow.

Anti-scald valves — also known as pres-sure-balancing valves — prevent changes in water pressure from creating sudden bursts of hot or cold water. An anti-scald valve ($100) installs on plumbing pipes inside your walls. If you don’t have DIY skills, you’ll pay a plumber $100 to $200 for installation.

4. Motion sensor light controls add light when you need it. They come in a variety

of styles and simple technologies. I like the plug-in sensors ($10 to $15). You simply stick them into exist-ing receptacles, then plug your table or floor lamps into them. When the sensor detects motion, it turns on the light.

They’re great for 2 a.m. snacking, or if your young kids are at that age when they migrate into your bed in the middle of the night. The lights turn off after about 10 minutes if no more mo-tion is detected.

Got an easy, low-cost universal design tip? Let’s hear about it!

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401-HUGELY LOVED, LIGHTLY LIVED IN, this immaculate remodel will take your breath away! 3 bedrooms, 2½ baths - open with wood floors, granite in all baths & huge granite island. Panoramic water views (has unimproved main body waterfront). $186,000 MLS# 11726760

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279-GOLF! SECURITY! Beautiful, 3 bedroom home on tree covered lot in DeCordova! 2 adjoining living areas, gourmet kitchen w/bar & island, large master w/”Texas bath”, lots of tile. Oversized covered patio. Loaded with extras! Peaceful setting! Well priced! $154,950 MLS# 11759150

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222-SPACIOUS 3 BEDROOM 2½ BATHS IN QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD. Close to everything. Nice floor plan, large living with beamed ceilings, wall of windows, brick FP & wet bar. Country kitchen with breakfast bar. Large fenced back yard. $159,900 MLS# 11767005

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264-GREAT WEEKENDER! Small A-frame, 1 bedroom, 1 bath. Newer appliances. Across the street from boat ramp. $34,500 MLS# 11718090

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605-WATERFRONT DREAM!! Like new 3/2 manufactured home just off mainbody. Open concept. Covered decks & porches. 14X12 shop, 2 car carport, storm shelter. Boat dock with lift & patio by water. ENJOY THE LAKE! $129,900 MLS# 11575680

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247-CHARMING & ADORABLE 3/2/2 in wonderful area close to town. Split bedrooms. Many updates. Lovely landscaping, inviting sunroom with lake view! WON’T LAST LONG! $122,500 MLS# 11713479

256-IN QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD OFF HWY 377 ON FORT WORTH SIDE. Great home for 1st-time buyers or for investors. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and approx. 1100 sq.ft. Open floor plan. $99,000 MLS# 11744040

270-GOLF COURSE DREAM HOME, DCBE! Custom built 2006 by Stephen Miller. Great floor plan, fantastic views. High energy efficiency, granite thru-out, open concept with large kitchen, and beautiful master suite. Covered patio, very private location. $378,000 MLS# 11726285

418-UPDATED WATERFRONT IN DCBE. Beautiful lake views. Updated - new paint, new 30K roof, granite, travertine, handscraped wood and ceramic floors. Stainless appliances. 2 living and dining areas. 3bd/3ba. Boat dock, sprinklers. $389,500 MLS# 11694655

411-CHARM AND CHARACTER ON MAINBODY IN DCBE. Easy access waterfront faces southeast for spectacular sunrises and afternoon shade. Custom 3/2½/2, 3400+ sq. ft. Huge living/dining with wall of windows. Massive master suite with connecting study. $625,000 MLS# 11718889

271-WESTERN HILLS - CLOSE TO BOAT RAMP! Immaculate A-frame, updated with new carpet & paint. 2 or 3 bedrooms, 2 bath. Big master suite. Convenient to lake & shopping. Sprinkler system, affordable! $54,000 MLS# 11758178

245-THIS CHARMING AND CONTEMPORARY style home in DCBE sits on an extra large treed & fenced lot with an inground gunite pool. Open floor plan, large den with WBFP. Spacious master suite on ground floor. $149,000 MLS# 11532002

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281-PECAN PLANTATION! 3 spacious bedrooms, study, 2nd living area, great split floor plan arrangement. Large kitchen with granite, formal dining. Large covered patio for outdoor entertaining, well landscaped fenced yard, sprinkler system. $229,900 MLS# 11748753

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By: Jamie GoldbergPublished: January 10, 2012

Mulling a kitchen remodel but want to keep costs low? You’re au courant with today’s trends that emphasize options and high-tech wizardry at affordable prices.

Trend #1: Remodeling scales back

A new focus on moderation and value has entered the remodeling mind-set. Trends that are likely to show up in your kitchen next year include:

You’ll repair your existing appliances instead of replacing them, extending their life with good maintenance and care. If you’re replacing cabinets, you’re likely to build around your current appliances rather than choosing new models.

You’re scaling back your cabine-try purchases, with an increased emphasis on kitchen storage and functionality over elaborate decoration. For example, rather than stacked crown moldings throughout the kitchen, you’ll put your money into practical roll-out trays and drawer organiz-ers.

Small-scale kitchen projects are big news. Changing out cabinet hardware, replacing a faucet, and refacing your cabinets upgrades your kitchen without major expense.

Trend #2: Simpler, warmer styles dominate

Fussiness and excess have faded away in favor of pared-back looks that present a more timeless, value-conscious style.

Cabinet decoration continues to streamline. For example, mas-

sive corbels, once fashionable as undercounter supports, will give way to sleeker countertop supports and cantelivered countertop edges. Stacked moldings will pare back or disappear entirely. Elaborately glazed finishes will yield to simpler paints and stains.

Kitchen finishes will continue to get warmer and darker, and feature natural and stained woods. Walnut especially is growing in popularity.

Laminate countertops will continue to surge in popularity, especially in contemporary design. The latest European-inspired laminates offer more textured and naturalistic finishes than ever before. While exotic wood kitchen cabinets are out of reach for most home owners, glossy, look-alike laminate versions can be

had for about one-third the price. Trend #3: Technology expands its kitchen pres-ence

Many of the techno products and trends that relate to your smart-phones and tablets have just started making their way into your local show-rooms and home centers.

Appliances will be equipped with USB ports and digital screens so you can display your family photographs and kids’ artwork.

Smart, induction built-in cooktops ($500-$3,000) remember your temperature settings as you move your pans across their entire surface.

One light finger touch is all it takes to open the electronically controlled sliding doors of your kitchen cabinets — a boon to people with limited mobilities. You’ll pay 40% to 70% more for cabinets with electronically controlled doors than standard models. (Continued on p. 23)

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PECAN Extensive re-modeling and updating throughout. Scenic view of the #8 fairway, pond, and green. Three bedroom, 2 bath, study, 2+ car garage. Granite counter tops in kitchen, carpet and hard-wood flooring, circle drive, wooded lot. $219,000

WATERFRONT Ranch style lake home that could be the perfect weekend getaway or a great place for full-time living. Two bedroom, 2 bath with 2nd living area that could be converted into a 3rd bed-room. Large covered pa-tio, fenced yard, boat dock. NEW LISTING $199,000

Great home for the money. 3-2-2 with brick and siding exterior. Split bedroom ar-rangement, 10 foot ceil-ings in living, kitchen and dining areas. 1.5 lots, 2 storage buildings. Locat-ed in a gated community with lake access. NEW LISTING ... $143,000

HILLTOP LAKE VIEW - Panoramic view of Lake Granbury from this hilltop home. 2 bedroom, 2 bath with 2 car carport. This is a site built home on 4 wood-ed lots. Recently updated throughout. Large covered balcony for entertaining. PRICE REDUCED. $57,000

GOLF COURSE Condo - Lower level condo with a patio view of the #1 Fairway in DCBE. 2 BR, 2 bath within walking dis-tance of the clubhouse & marina. Updated, tile flooring throughout, open living/dining area with sunroom. CONVENIENT LOCATION. $89,500

NUTCRACKER Elegant golf course home on a quiet cul-de-sac. Relax on the large covered patio overlooking the Nutcracker #2 fairway and tee boxes. 4 bedroom, 3 bath, featur-ing 2 living/2 dining areas, split bedroom arrange-ment, circle drive, 3 car garage, fenced yard, sprin-kler system, & landscaping. $269,000

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You’ll be able to use your smart phones and tablets to control lights and appliance settings from anywhere you have a wi-fi connection, as well as to shop for appliances from major manu-facturers.

You’ll be opting for LEDs for your recessed lights, under-cabinet task lighting and color-changing accent lighting. You’ll see more LED-powered pendants and chandeliers from major manufac-turers as inefficient incandescent bulbs continue their march toward extinction.

A wide selection of affordable microwave ovens with convec-tion and even steam features gives owners of smaller kitchen spaces more high-end cooking power.

What improvements — big or small — are you planning for your kitchen this year?

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June 2 and June 9--Granbury REALTORS will get out their hammers and paint brushes and go to work in the first “Granbury Realtor Redo”, a community effort to revitalize the exterior of a home within the historical district of the City of Granbury. The Granbury Associa-tion of Realtors (GAR) has targeted this project to give back to the community with the aid of donated sup-plies and assistance from local companies, while also helping to increase the value of those properties. Per-sons or area businesses who also wish to donate to the project may contact Emily Burks, Association Executive, at the GAR for more information, 817/326-2530.

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By: Lisa Kaplan GordonPublished: May 13, 2011

Home improvement trends embrace energy efficiency, low maintenance exteriors, and double-duty space.

Trend #1: Maintenance-free siding

We continue to choose maintenance-free siding that lives as long as we do, but with a lot less upkeep. But more and more we’re opting for fiber-cement siding, one of the fastest-growing segments of the siding market. It’s a combination of cement, sand, and cellulosic fibers that looks like wood but won’t rot, combust, or succumb to termites and other wood-boring insects.

At $5 to $9 per sq. ft., installed, fiber-cement sid-ing is more expensive than paint-grade wood, vinyl, and aluminum siding. It returns 78% of investment, the high-est return of any upscale project on Remodeling magazine’s latest Cost vs. Value Report.

Maintenance is limited to a cleaning and some caulking each spring. Repaint every 7 to 15 years. Wood requires repainting every 4 to 7 years .Trend #2: Convertible spaces

Forget “museum rooms” we use twice a year (dining rooms and living rooms) and embrace convertible spaces that change with our whims.

Foldaway walls turn a private study into an easy-flow party space. Walls can consist of fancy, glass panels ($600 to $1,600 per linear ft., depending on the system); or they can be simple vinyl-covered accordions ($1,230 for 7 ft. by 10 ft.). PortablePartions.com sells walls on wheels ($775 for approxi-mately 7 ft. by 7 ft.).

A Murphy bed pulls down from an armoire-looking wall unit and turns any room into a guest room. Prices, including installation and cabinetry, range from $2,000 (twin with main cabinet) to more than $5,000 (California king with main and side units). Just search online for sellers.

And don’t forget area rugs that easily define, and redefine, open spaces.

Trend #3: A laundry room of your own

Humankind advanced when the laundry room arose from the basement to a louvered closet on the second floor where clothes live. Now, we’re taking another step forward by granting washday a room of its own.

If you’re thinking of remodeling, turn a mudroom or extra bed-room into a dedicated laundry room big enough to house the washer and dryer, hang hand-washables, and store bulk boxes of detergent.

Look for spaces that already have plumbing hookups or are adjacent to rooms with running water to save on plumbing costs.

Trend #4: Souped-up kitchens

Although houses are trending smaller, kitchens are getting bigger, according to the American Institute of Architects’ Home Design Trends Survey.

Kitchen remodels open the space, perhaps incorporating lonely dining rooms, and feature recycling centers, large pantries, and recharg-ing stations.

Oversized and high-priced commercial ap-pliances—did we ever fire up six burners at once?—are yielding to family-sized, mid-range models that recover at least one cabinet for

storage.

Since the entire family now helps prepare dinner (in your dreams), double prep sinks have evolved into dual-prep islands with lots of counter space and pull-out drawers. Trend #5: Energy diets

We’re wrestling with an energy disorder: We’re binging on elec-tronics—cell phones, iPads, Blackberries, laptops--then crash dieting by installing LED fixtures and turning the thermostat to 68 degrees.

Are we ahead of the energy game? Only the energy monitors and meters know for sure.

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These new tracking devices can gauge electricity usage of individual electronics ($20 to $30) or monitor whole house energy ($100 to $250). The TED 5000 Energy Monitor ($240) supplies real-time feedback that you can view remotely and graph by the second, minute, hour, day, and month.

Trend #6: Love that storage

As we bow to the new god of declutter, storage has become the holy grail.

We’re not talking about more baskets we can trip over in the night; we’re imagining and discovering built-in storage in unlikely spaces--under stairs, over doors, beneath floors.

Under-appreciated nooks that once displayed antique desks are growing into built-ins for books and collec-tions. Slap on some doors, and you can hide office sup-plies and buckets of Legos.

Giant master suites, with floor space to land a 747, are being divided to conquer clutter with more walk-in closets.

Trend #7: Home offices come out of the closet

Flexible work schedules, mobile communications, and entrepreneurial zeal are relocating us from the office downtown to home.

Laptops and wireless connections let us telecommute from anywhere in the house, but we still want a dedicat-ed space (prefer-ably with a door) for files, sup-plies, and printers.

Spare bedrooms are becoming home offices and family room niches are morphing into working nooks. After a weekend of de-cluttering, basements and attics are re-born as work centers.

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215-PRICED FOR QUICK SALE! Beautiful old oaks shade the front and back yards of this attractive Austin Stone 4 bedroom home. Den has lots of natural light from walls of windows, vaulted ceiling, tiled floor and an Austin Stone corner wood burning fireplace. Galley kitchen with adjacent half bath. Open concept living. Split bedrooms. Covered back porch, Circular driveway. $119,900 MLS# 11765271

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By: Jamie GoldbergPublished: January 9, 2012

From toilets that double as sound systems to water-conserving spa experiences, here’s what’s trendy for bathroom improve-ments for 2012.

Trend #1: Conservation rules

All around the country, water reserves are stressed. In response, regional govern-ments are implementing conservation measures. As a result, there are likely to be new regulations that’ll affect your construction or remodeling plans. Here’s what to watch for:

Your new toilet will have a lower flush-per-gallon rating than the one that’s in there now. Consider a dual-flush version, or any low-flow toilet coming on the market that meets your style prefer-ences. At the very least, your next commode is likely to feature a 1.28 gallon-per-flush rating — better than even the most-recent 1.6 GPF offerings.You’ll find them at home improvement centers from $100 to luxury showroom models for thou-sands more.

The WaterSense label, launched in 2006 by the Environmental Protection Agency to promote water conservation by plumbing manufacturers and home owners, will become as well-known as Energy Star. You’ll be shopping for low-flow shower heads and faucets with the WaterSense symbol on the box. Just as with Energy Star appliances, there is no cost premium associ-ated with WaterSense savings -- there are faucets in every price range. WaterSense shower heads are newer on the market, with a more limited selection today — mostly at more affordable prices.

You’ll start seeing more shower heads — especially rain shower models — using Venturi principles that deliver strong water pressure by adding air, not water, to the mix. They’re available in every price range, from ultra-affordable standard heads to luxury rain showers.

Trend #2: Technology advances

You may not think of your bathroom as a high-tech space, but


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that’s about to change. Here are some of the trends that can benefit your home:

You’ll be able to create a custom showering experience more affordably than ever. For $300 for simple controllers to $3,500 or more for a complete luxury installation, programmable showers let you digitally set your preferred water temperature, volume, and even massage settings before you step in. To achieve a personalized showering experience, you’ll need a

120-volt power source, and a thermo-static valve and controller in addition to your standard shower head or heads. Luxury models may include a steam system, a wi-fi source for music, multiple body spray outlets, tankless water heater, and a second-ary controller to start the system from another room.

Dock your iPhone or MP3 player directly with your speaker-equipped, high-tech toilet so you can entertain yourself on the commode. While you’re not likely to invest $4,000 to $6,000 for a Kohler Numi toilet using this technology today, start looking for competitive models later in the year with lower prices.

Catch up on news and weather while you brush your teeth. Television screens are being integrated into medicine cabinets and vanity mirrors. Cost? Early entries to the market com-mand a premium $2,200 to $2,400 price tag.

Plug your smart phone or MP3 player into your medicine cabinet so you won’t miss a call or song while getting ready for work or bed. A built-in jack keeps your unit charged (and away from wet countertops) and linked into a built-in speaker system.

Trend #3: Aging demographics emphasize safety

It’s not just high-tech that’s bringing an “experience” to the bathroom. Trends in universal design features add comfort, convenience, and safety. But that doesn’t mean your bathroom has to look institutional. Here are some universal design inno-vations that can factor helpfully (and stylishly) into your 2012 bath remodeling plans:

Sleek, low-profile linear drains are ideal for creating safe, zero-threshold shower designs. Unlike standard round drain covers that are typically mounted near the front end of a shower, these long, straight drains can be installed in different loca-tions to minimize the slope of the shower floor. Continued on p.28

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One popular location is at the outside edge of the shower, creating a wheel-chair-friendly curb-less shower. More offerings in more finishes -- including nearly invisible tile-in channel models that are largely covered by shower floor tile -- are be-coming the standard for upscale spaces. You’ll spend $500 to $900 for a quality linear drain.

The rapidly-ex-panding selection of porcelain, glass, and ceramic tiles makes it easy to find slip-resistant, low-maintenance floors that don’t skimp on style. Expect to see faux wood, linen, and uniquely-textured looks for tiled bathroom floors and walls in 2012. The texture adds both visual impact and better traction for wet feet.

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The accessible tub is no longer limited to the high-walled, narrow-door format that dominated the market in the last decade. Newer models, such as Kohler’s Elevance ($5,100), em-ploy rising panels in front that give more of a traditional tub look with easier entry and exit. Others use standard hinged, sealed doors, but are increasing door width by several inches for better accessi-bility and appearance.

What improvements — big or small — are you planning for your bathroom this year?

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212-LOVELY, UPDATED and beautifully appointed one-story home on stunning heavily treed lot. Spacious and open fl oor plan for entertaining and family togetherness. Wood fl oors, granite countertops, fi replace and large patio. $178,000 MLS# 11703002

200-COZY AND WELL MAINTAINED one-story 3-bedroom home with two living areas on quiet street in DCBE. Nice-size kitchen with breakfast bar opens to family room with wood-burning fi replace. Large back yard. $149,900 MLS# 11678828

416-GORGEOUS RIVERFRONT HOME ON 2 LOTS IN PECAN PLANTATION; 1 assessment. Separate studio with half bath for art, hobbies, or guest quarters. Great river views. Master down; 3 fi replaces; 3 living areas. Sellers offering kitchen & bath upgrade allowances. $299,000 MLS# 11595055

229-ATTRACTIVE PRICE FOR YOUNG COUPLES looking at making cosmetic changes. Open kitchen/family room with double doors to wood deck for entertaining and cooking. Corner lot, circular drive, storage building, huge pecan trees. Seller will pay 1/2 of HOA initiation fee. $129,900 MLS# 11653672

723-WHAT A DEAL! Great commercial site! Almost $100,000 below tax appraised value. 2bd/2ba home and 6.2 acres just S. of 377 and 144 intersection. 2,500 sq.ft. metal barn and 1,400 sq.ft. shed. Fence divides house from adjacent acreage. Property to be sold intact. $389,000 MLS# 11476341

236-BEAUTIFUL TREED GOLF COURSE SETTING IN DCBE. Wrought iron fenced back yard with covered porch and huge deck overlooking 10th green. New paint and trim, granite countertops in master bath suite. $279,000 MLS# 11767795

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254-LIGHT & BRIGHT, sitting in nice neighborhood with quick access to Hwy. 377 on Fort Worth side. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, on corner lot. Good starter home for fi rst-time homebuyers or for investors. $109,000 MLS# 11743987273-GORGEOUS HEAVILY TREED CREEK SETTING with wood deck & outdoor patio. Charming 3-bedrm home with designer touches, stainless kitchen appliances, granite tile countertops & hard surface fl oors. Fireplace & 2 living areas. $162,500 MLS# 11747956

256-IN QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD OFF HWY 377 ON FORT WORTH SIDE. Great home for 1st-time buyers or for investors. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and approx. 1100 sq.ft. Open fl oor plan. $99,000 MLS# 11744040

260-GREAT FAM-ILY HOME IN PECAN PLANTATION. 3 BR, 2½ bath, 2 car garage. Split bedroom arrangement, 2 living areas, great kitchen with plenty of counter & cabinet space. Large closets in all bedrooms. Upstairs game room with 1/2 bath. Tiled sunroom. Lawn sprinklers. Side entry, garage & front circle drive. $174,000 MLS# 11748651

288-FANTASTIC FAMILY HOME! Located less than a minute from the back gate & club house. 4 BR, 3 bath with open living, kitchen & dining areas. Breakfast & formal dining. Recently updated kitchen with granite counters & newer appliances. 2 full bedrooms & baths down stairs, 2 bedrooms, living area, study & bath up. Liv-ing room features a rock WBFP & wet bar. Inground saltwater pool. Shows very well! $238,900 MLS# 11748651

405-MAINBODY 3 STORY, contemporary, rock home. 4 BR, 3½ bath, 2 car carport + detached 3 car garage/workshop. Fantastic views of Lake Gran-bury from 2 decked balconies. Double decker boat dock, with platform boat lift & 3 jet ski lifts. A must see to appreciate. $549,900 MLS# 11730052

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59003 - Super location in Acton. This home has lots of space inside and especially outside. Two nice storage buildings and a wood fence on three sides. GREAT place for children!! You Must See This One!! $125,000

38103 – BRAND NEW HOME!! Many nice upgrades, including granite countertops throughout, raised ceilings in living and master bedroom. Qualifies for FHA, VA, USDA and Conventional Financing! COME SEE!! $148,950

31043 - GUEST QUARTERS with kitchen and full bath; RV BARN, 40’ enclosed drive-thru with hookups, Workshop, Extra detached garage. 1.9 acres with Trees. Fenced. Country living near town. No HOA!! Park like setting! $269,000

93083 - Nestled in the Pecan trees in the prestigious community of Pecan Plantation. The subdivision provides golf, an equestrian area, parks, Country Club, swimming pools and air strip. Beautifully land-scaped! $179,900

98063 - This home embodies both comfort and family atmosphere! In the summer, float in the pool. In the winter, soak in the jetted tub, enjoying the see thru fireplace from the master bdrm! Pecan Plantation! $250,000

56033 - WONDERFUL STARTER HOME OR DOWNSIZER! This home has LOTS of character and would be per-fect for your family! Tray ceilings, ceiling fans. Great lot with mature trees! Take the time to check it out! $129,000

17213 - Lovely Golf Course Home-1 level. No HOA!! Shaded yard, open/split floor plan, study or Den/Media with Private Entry French Doors. $245,000

14043 - Incomparable Chris Thomas home on main body of Lake Granbury. Custom window treatments, crown molding and neutral colors. Pride of ownership shows. Boat dock has 2 slips! Not another like it! $749,500

65033 - Beautiful 2007 O’Brien Home, 4-3-3, 2362 sq.ft., Family & Formal Dining. Chef’s Kitchen with Custom Cabinets, pantry, Breakfast Bar with stools. Stunning Master Bath!! Privacy Fenced Backyard. $220,000

85093 - WONDERFUL BRICK HOME BACKS UP TO THE ORCHARD & LIVES LARGE*HARDWOOD floor in liv-ing area. Formal Dining Area. NEW PAINT!! Relaxing lanai looking at the orchard! SEPARATE Golf Cart garage! $185,000

42183 - Neat as a Pin and Cute as a Button! Lov-ingly Updated two-story on Fall Creek! Nice trees, TWO Entertaining Decks! A nice place to call home in DeCordova Bend Estates. A Special Dollhouse! A MUST SEE! $157,700

49043 – BEAUTIFUL home overlooking the Signa-ture Hole on DeCordova course. Country Club living at its BEST. Gated*Golfing*Boating*Socializing in a wonderful setting. Do NOT miss out on this property! $279,000

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59003 - Super location in Acton. This home has lots of space inside and especially outside. Two nice storage buildings and a wood fence on three sides. GREAT place for children!! You Must See This One!! $125,000

38103 – BRAND NEW HOME!! Many nice upgrades, including granite countertops throughout, raised ceilings in living and master bedroom. Qualifies for FHA, VA, USDA and Conventional Financing! COME SEE!! $148,950

31043 - GUEST QUARTERS with kitchen and full bath; RV BARN, 40’ enclosed drive-thru with hookups, Workshop, Extra detached garage. 1.9 acres with Trees. Fenced. Country living near town. No HOA!! Park like setting! $269,000

93083 - Nestled in the Pecan trees in the prestigious community of Pecan Plantation. The subdivision provides golf, an equestrian area, parks, Country Club, swimming pools and air strip. Beautifully land-scaped! $179,900

98063 - This home embodies both comfort and family atmosphere! In the summer, float in the pool. In the winter, soak in the jetted tub, enjoying the see thru fireplace from the master bdrm! Pecan Plantation! $250,000

56033 - WONDERFUL STARTER HOME OR DOWNSIZER! This home has LOTS of character and would be per-fect for your family! Tray ceilings, ceiling fans. Great lot with mature trees! Take the time to check it out! $129,000

17213 - Lovely Golf Course Home-1 level. No HOA!! Shaded yard, open/split floor plan, study or Den/Media with Private Entry French Doors. $245,000

14043 - Incomparable Chris Thomas home on main body of Lake Granbury. Custom window treatments, crown molding and neutral colors. Pride of ownership shows. Boat dock has 2 slips! Not another like it! $749,500

65033 - Beautiful 2007 O’Brien Home, 4-3-3, 2362 sq.ft., Family & Formal Dining. Chef’s Kitchen with Custom Cabinets, pantry, Breakfast Bar with stools. Stunning Master Bath!! Privacy Fenced Backyard. $220,000

85093 - WONDERFUL BRICK HOME BACKS UP TO THE ORCHARD & LIVES LARGE*HARDWOOD floor in liv-ing area. Formal Dining Area. NEW PAINT!! Relaxing lanai looking at the orchard! SEPARATE Golf Cart garage! $185,000

42183 - Neat as a Pin and Cute as a Button! Lov-ingly Updated two-story on Fall Creek! Nice trees, TWO Entertaining Decks! A nice place to call home in DeCordova Bend Estates. A Special Dollhouse! A MUST SEE! $157,700

49043 – BEAUTIFUL home overlooking the Signa-ture Hole on DeCordova course. Country Club living at its BEST. Gated*Golfing*Boating*Socializing in a wonderful setting. Do NOT miss out on this property! $279,000

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AN ESTATE ON THE RIVER, 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bath, study, media room, 5 oversized garage spaces. This home sets in a park with gorgeous sparkling pool, spa and a hot steam sauna in cabana room. 2 acres completely landscaped and watered from the river. Completely updated with fabulous views from every room. Sit on the patio and watch the deer, turkey and other wildlife as you drink your morning coffee or go fishing in your own backyard.

Upgrades everywhere in this beautiful 4 bedroom house, including the top-of-the-line ADT security system and sprinkler system. This house has been immaculately maintained. Decorated in neutral colors, with gorgeous granite. Located in SW Fort Worth $171,525

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Absolutely breathtaking views! Unique log lake house with rustic style decorative wall treaments thru-out, Barnwood wainscotting, covered decks, balcony, open deck & boat pier.

Family sized luxury lake home on walk-out water. Versatile floor plan with multi-use room & private study, huge kitchen w/ brick accents, outdoor kitchen & covered porch w/ views.

Spectacular mainbody waterfront estate on an acre of land-scaped grounds. Features 5 bedroom, 3.5 baths, 4,319 sqft, 2 laundry rooms, expansive outdoor pool/spa area, large dock.

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Gorgeous panoramic views! Spacious open floor plan perfect for entertaining w/ large covered patio, balcony deck, over-sized boat dock with tons of space & 140 ft of water frontage.

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fantastic kitchen

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huge kitchen

spacious kitchen

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large boat dock

large open concept landscaping