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Table of Contents American Campus

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Northpoint Crossing

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On-Line Real Estate

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Alpha-Omega

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DTI Properties

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Sleep Station

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City of College Station Tips

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Cherry Street

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Hawthorne at Traditions

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Park Hudson Place

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Equity Real Estate

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The Junction

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N Place C ompare 1 - 4 B E D R O O M S AVA I L A B L E R O O M M AT E M AT C H I N G AVA I L A B L E FREE PARKING COMPUTER LABS WITH FREE PRINTING INDIVIDUAL STUDY ROOMS INDOOR & OUTDOOR FITNESS AREAS SAUNA & STEAMROOMS ON-SITE RETAIL

On the corner of Texa & University 1501 Northpoint Lane

979.703.6449

www.NorthPointCrossingTAMU.com

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SPRING LOOP TOWNHOMES “Unique floorplan and premium location”

1 bedroom lofts and 2 bedrooms.

Ceiling fans, W/D conn.

Internet and basic cable included.

Excellent location for restaurants, shopping and TAMU.

$695/$795

1200 BLOCK SPRING LOOP, COLLEGE STATION

GALLERIA TOWNHOMES

“Luxury living at an affordable price” 2 and 3 bedroom studio townhomes. Ceiling fans. Privacy patios. W/D conn. Some covered parking. Great central location convenient to Blinn and TAMU.

Prices range from $695 to $975 1600 block of barak lane • bryan

WILDE OAK APARTMENTS AND TOWNHOMES “A variety of floorplans to fit all needs”

1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and townhomes. Ceiling fans. Some with fenced yards. W/D connections available. Water paid.

Convenient location near TAMU and Blinn.

$525/$575/$695/$795

1800 block Wilde oak and briar oaks • bryan

SOUTHWOOD PLACE

“Luxury living at an affordable price” 3 bedroom, 2 bath apartments. Stainless steel appliances including microwaves and icemakers.

Full size washer/dryer. Plantation blinds, ceiling fans, Some fenced yards. Pet Park. Shuttle route.

$995/$1095 2100 southWood drive • college station

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10 MOVING MISTAKES to avoid for a productive moving day BPT

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or millions of Americans, the turn of seasons means it’s time to tackle the big move.

Whether you’ve purchased a new home or are changing apartments, moving is a lot of work - both physically and mentally. By planning ahead, packing smart and moving safely, you can avoid some of the most notorious moving day mistakes.

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To streamline your moving day, avoid these top mistakes and feel great about entering your new home sweet home: MISTAKE: RENTING THE WRONG SIZE TRUCK In general, allow 150 cubic feet of truck space for each fully furnished room. For example, a 12-foot truck offers 450 cubic feet while a 26-foot truck offers 1,400 cubic feet for your items.

MISTAKE: PACKING ITEMS TOO EARLY OR TOO LATE Begin with out-of-season and non-essential items several weeks prior to move

day. Donate or sell anything you won’t use at your new home. Pack essentials like personal necessities and basic cookware the day before or morning of moving day.

MISTAKE: DAMAGING BREAKABLE ITEMS Poor packing can cause items to break during the move. Plan ahead and have plenty of paper and bubble wrap on hand. Towels, socks and other soft materials are great for packing breakables as well.

MISTAKE: RESERVING A RENTAL TRUCK TOO LATE Wait too long and you might not get the truck you

need. Reserve a truck at least two weeks prior to the move.

Go online and in a few clicks you’ll reserve the perfect moving truck for your moving day, saving you time and headaches.

MISTAKE: POORLY LABELED BOXES Where did you put those tools you now so desperately need? Always remember to label boxes clearly. Note the boxes’ contents and what room it belongs in.

MISTAKE: NOT HAVING ENOUGH HANDS ON DECK Now is the time to cash in some favors and elicit friends and family to help on

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moving day. This allows you to use your truck rental time efficiently while ensuring you’re not too sore from doing it all yourself.

MISTAKE: NOT UTILIZING TRUCK SPACE EFFICIENTLY Put the biggest items in the truck first followed by heavy boxes. Then stack with lighter boxes and other items to fill in the remaining space.

MISTAKE: LIFTING INCORRECTLY When loading and unloading, be sure to bend your knees and lift with your legs, not your back. Work diligently, but be sure to take breaks and stay hydrated.

MISTAKE: DRIVING AT PEAK TIMES Leave early in the morning.

You’ll run into less traffic and you’ll leave yourself extra time to unload at your destination.

Take turns driving and take breaks once every two to three hours.

MISTAKE: UNSAFE DRIVING PRACTICES Driving a big truck is new for many people. Vehicle rental professionals will get you familiarized with your vehicle, verify the best driving directions to your new home, check the upcoming weather and give you any necessary driving advice.

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POINTERS FOR apartment dwellers who want pets METRO CREATIVE CONNECTION

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nimal lovers who want to welcome pets in their homes may be hesitant to do so while renting.

Some might not want to pay additional fees on top of their normal security deposits, while others may fear that pets will cause damage to homes their owners don’t own, leading to potentially costly repairs down the road. Renters should know that it’s both possible and even common for people who rent to have pets.

According to the Humane Society of the United States, 72 percent of American families who rent their homes have pets. While it might take a little extra work to find petfriendly apartments, the lasting rewards of pet ownership could outweigh any brief hurdles renters may have to clear as they

search for pet-friendly living arrangements.

Animal lovers who rent but want pets may need to move out of their current apartments before they can welcome pets into their families. As that process begins, renters can take steps to ensure they find a place both they and their future pets will find welcoming.

Start your apartment search earlier than you otherwise might. Many landlords do not accept pets, so expect the search for a pet-friendly apartment to be more involved than it would be if you did not intend to get a pet. As a result, start your search earlier than you have in the past, giving yourself as much time as possible to find a pet-friendly apartment that also meets your other needs. Local

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animal shelters may keep a list of pet-friendly properties, or you can contact local realtors who can help you find buildings that allow pets. The earlier you begin your search, the more time you will give yourself to find a place that has everything you need. If you delay your search, you may have to settle for a place that’s pet-friendly but fails to meet your other criteria.

Get it in writing. Before signing a lease, read it carefully to make sure it clearly spells out that you are allowed to have a pet. Read any restrictions regarding the type of pet and the size of pet you’re allowed to have. For example, many landlords who allow dogs will only allow dogs up to a certain weight. If you have your heart set on a Great Dane, then an apartment that only allows dogs

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that weight 25 pounds or less won’t be a good fit. Read the terms regarding pets carefully so you know exactly what you can and cannot have and exactly how much you will have to pay to bring pets into your new home. If there are no terms regarding pets in the lease, ask that specific terms be added before you sign. Doing so will protect you down the road should the landlord discover any pet-related damage when you

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move out.

Do your homework. If you have never before owned a pet, then speak with a local veterinarian regarding your work schedule, your living arrangements and your expectations as a pet owner. The HSUS notes that problems with housing are the leading reason pets end up homeless. While no pet owner envisions taking their pets to a shelter and giving the animals up for adoption, such

scenarios play out every day. By speaking with vets and local pet professionals, you can adopt the right pet for you and your apartment, greatly reducing the chances that you will be forced to give the pet up in the future.

Animal lovers who rent their homes can still welcome pets into their families. For more pointers on renting and pet ownership, visit the HSUS at www.humanesociety.org.

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aPartMents • Houses DuPLexes • FourPLexes ConDos/townHoMes WWW.ALPHAOMEGAPROPERTIES.COM 979.774.7820 • 979.774.7328 (FAX) 3131-F E 29 St. • BryAn T H E B R YA N - C O L L E G E S TAT I O N E A G L E

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Amenities

• Spacious 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms floor plans • FREE cable with HBO and high speed internet • Excellent customer service • Newly renovated with wood floors, ceramic tile, granite counter tops mm • Sparkling Swimming Pool and Hot Tub • Fireplace • Patios / Balconies • Sand Volleyball Court • Washer/ Dryer Connections • Basketball Court • On Shuttle Bus Route *Amenities vary by property • Tennis Court 8 | July 24, 2016

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• Arbor Square (979) 693-3701 • College Main (979) 846-2089 • The Gables (979) 693-1188 • Huntington (979) 693-8922 • Oak Forest (979) 775-9000

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• Parkway Circle (979) 696-6909 • Redstone (979) 696-1848 • Scandia (979) 693-6505 • Villa West (979) 822-7772 • Walden Pond (979) 696-5777

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awthorne at Traditions is a new luxury apartment community nestled within the prestigious Traditions Golf Community.

Our community offers 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartment homes with upgraded interiors that include modern kitchens with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, washer & dryer sets included, over-sized garden tubs, spacious closets and so much more. Residents of Hawthorne at Traditions can take advantage of our resortstyle swimming pool with hot tub and outdoor kitchen, outdoor fireplace with seating, putting green, 24-Hour fitness center, billiard room and an exceptional clubhouse all surrounded by lush, beautiful hill country landscaping. Contact us today and come Live the Difference at Hawthorne at Traditions!

8085 aTLaS PeaR dR • BRyan • 979.219.7952 • www.HawTHORneaTTRadiTiOnS.COm

Property Amenities • 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms luxury floorplans • State of the art fitness center • Business center • Coffee bar • Conference center • Resort style swimming pool • Limited access gate

Unparalled Personal Touches • Full size washer and dryer in every home • Black appliances • Laminate wood floors/carpet/tile • Ceiling fans • Crown molding • Garage and carports (additional fee)

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ark Hudson Place apartments promise some of the finest amenities available in this area. Our spacious, attractive apartment homes offer unparalleled personal touches, including laminate wood flooring, track lighting in the kitchen and dining area, over-sized garden tubs and washer and dryer sets in every home. Whether you choose to use our on-site business center or simply relax by the resort-style swimming pool with cabanas you are sure to discover the key to a new level of luxury at Park Hudson Place. Contact us and come Live the Difference today!

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