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APRIL 2018 • PREMIUM PROPERTIES
April 2018
Inside this issue:
•Affordable home decor tips and tricks Page 2
•Realtor’s Spring checklist Page 4 •Realtor lingo Page 7
A Special Supplement to The Mena Star, The De Queen Bee
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Affordable Home Décor Tips and Tricks By Miki Bass Decorating your home can be affordable and even free with a few tips and tricks I have gathered from experts. You don’t have to break the bank to give your home a fresh new feel. Let’s dive in to a few ideas to brighten your surroundings. • Mirrors- Whether you find a bargain mirror at a flea market or yard sale, mirrors match ANYTHING, and brightens up ANY space. Using a mirror makes your space feel much bigger and more open. • Pillows- You could have an old, plain couch and if you toss some pillows on there, it completely brightens up the entire space. Gather pillows from around the house and arrange them to add comfort and color. Choose pillows that have different patterns in complementary colors for a perfectly mismatched look. • Kid’s Art- Instead of hiding away all of your kid’s masterpieces, put them on display in beautiful frames. There is always new art coming in to change up your gallery from time to time. • Paint- Painting your walls is one of the most cost-effective decorative updates you can make to your home. You can save more and have more of an impact by just painting an accent wall. • Candles- Candles look best when massed; the larger the surface, the larger the candles should be. Group four or five pillars of same colored candles with different heights in glass containers. • Fixtures- Updating old fixtures is an easy way to make your home sparkle. Knobs, handles, drawer pulls, and light switch plates are small, inexpensive details that can give your home a high-end feel • Greenery- Having plants in any room makes you feel more alive. Whether it’s fresh blooms from the grocery store or potted plants, sprinkling in greenery to your decor will give it a layer of texture that makes your home feel more livable. It has simple yet modern appeal. In your kitchen, add a small herb garden to your win-
dowsill to add life to the room. • Bring the outdoors in- If you see something outside that you love like a rock, a branch, etc. bring it home with you and use it to decorate. Use these creative finds as accent details. • Art on the shoestring- An inexpensive piece of art can have the appearance of a masterpiece with oversize matting and framing. When surrounded by an eight-inch matt, a small print gains the presence of something valuable. Consider investing in original artwork by local artists and find out when they are having showings of original works at affordable prices. • Finally- Shop your own home- Look around your own space and see if you can repurpose furniture. You probably have some accessories that you can use in a different place or for a different purpose. Use books as decor accents, switch up your lamp shades, recover old throw pillows, etc.
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Realtor’s Spring Checklist
By: Juli Gates, Director of Communication
Spring has finally arrived and with that comes the spring time chores. I always love to have a spring checklist to help me stay on track with all of my spring time chores. Listed below are a few ideas/tips that I like to add to my checklist to help me stay on track both indoors and outdoors. • Get your air conditioning unit serviced by a professional. There is nothing worse than the weather starting to warm up your home and come to find out your air conditioner is broken/not functioning properly. • Clean out all rain gutters and downspouts and make repairs if need be. As the old saying goes, “April showers bring May flowers”! Make sure that your rain gutters are clear for the rain coming in! • Check those windows out. Clean those windows and repair any screens. It is also important to clean and lubricate the window tracks. Nothing is more irritating that trying to open up your windows and the window getting stuck or bugs flying in your home due to holes in your window screen. • Reverse your ceiling fans to counterclockwise to blow the air down. As the weather warms up, you will want the air to be flowing. • Flip or rotate your mattresses. Flipping your mattress can improve your health, extend the longevity of the mattress, and help reduces CMYK
CEO of Horticare Landscaping “aerating is recommended to help get the watering deeper in the summertime”. Olsen suggests that “early Spring is the best time to pre-emerge to keep out common summer weeds, and it is important to fertilize your lawn around April here in Arkansas to help the lawn green up”. • Take all of our indoor plants outside and clean them. Remove any withered blooms and leaves that fall on the soil to prevent mold. • Mulch those flowerbeds! “The one thing that will give the most curb appeal to your home is mulching the beds; mulch keeps weeds down and holds the moisture in during the summer” according to Olsen. • Turn on your irrigation system. Olsen suggests turning on your system April 15th as it is “the last frost date for here in Arkansas, and frost can damage the RPZ”. Watch out folks! Olsen says based on the size of the RPZ, frost damage can cost anywhere form $300-$600 to repair. There you have it! There is nothing more riveting than getting a head start on spring chores and the time is now!
allergens. • Dust those lampshades and ceiling fan blades that you have been avoiding. I know, it is a pain and no one wants to do it, but with all of the allergens coming soon, do yourself a favor and dust! • Clean all lent out of the dryer’s exhaust pipe. Cleaning out the exhaust pipe will help to get rid of allergens, as well as help you save energy. • Pressure wash your decks, fences, siding and driveways. Pressure washing helps improve curb appeal to your home, increases your home value, prevents grime and mildew form breaking down your home’s exterior, and removes contaminants that could potentially make you or your pets sick. • Aerate and fertilize your lawn. According to Buddy Olsen, landscaping expert, and
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3667-Raised Southern Living Farm House Design! Lovely Foyer opens up to the Office and to a Great room with fireplace and French doors to the back porch. A Formal Dining Room has an exquisite Butler’s Pantry nearby. Wonderful kitchen has cherry cabinets, granite counter tops, an island w/prep sink and beverage center, gas cook top and double wall ovens. Laundry room is a must see! It has a pull down stairway that gives you access to th e huge attic which is divided into rooms for storage or studio usage. Beautiful Master and Guest suite are a dream w/walnut cabinetry and Soaker Tubs. A safe room is included in the home. Back yard has been landscaped with an in-ground pool w/ Pergola and a pool house. Detached garage includes a workroom and Guest Bedroom and Bath, with separate entry. This home is situated on 5 acres in the country. MLS15007693 $350,000
3806- Majestic Mountain Views from this Home on 160 acres that is completely surrounded by National Forest! Imagine the great times you can enjoy with the opportunities this property offers....your own ATV parkway, hunting and wildlife galore or the absolute peace of the forest--you decide! The spacious 2484 sq ft brick home includes foyer, living area with fireplace, kitchen and dining area, 3 large bedrooms, 2 baths, & a huge great room w/scenic windows and storage closets. Detached 2 car garage. Stocked pond.Secluded yet is only 9 miles from Mount Ida. MLS18003563 $475,000
3788-Two Sides National Forestry Boundary! 2 Ponds! Mountain Views! Year around creek across property! End of Road private drive! This 2009 double wide with decks and porches has a great view of the surrounding mountains. This 40 acre parcel is next to Horse trails. The 24 X 30 Shop has a concrete floor and electricity with wood trusses and work benches. The Shop has a roll up door and a walk through door. The smaller storage building has a roll up door. This is the perfect spot for the outdoor person. MLS17036063 $249,000
3772- Brick Home with over 1800 sq ft in a Great Neighborhood! A Vaulted ceiling in the great room, dining and kitchen creates an inviting and spacious place for you to enjoy. There are 3 bedrooms with crown molding, 2 full bathrooms, a laundry, 2 car attached garage, and a fenced back yard. This house is located close to the Mena Middle School and High School making it great for families. MLS17030261 $149,900
3709- Wonderful Floor Plan in this Home! Great Room w/ vaulted ceiling, dining area and a kitchen with abundant cabinets for the cook of the family! 3 bedrooms and 2 and 1/2 bath, split floor plan. Large lot w/shade trees in the back yard for you to enjoy. Attached garage. 10’x16’ storage shed. MLS17004554 $125,000
3722- Spring is on its way! You can enjoy every season in this 3 bedroom 1.5 bath Brick Home that features beautiful Hardwood floors in the living room, dining room and 2 of the bedrooms! Custom cabinetry in the kitchen and laundry, with pull out shelf drawers, and folding pantry/laundry shelf unit that has hidden storage galore! New Tub unit in the bathroom, new CH/A plus extra insulation added in the ceiling for energy efficiency. There’s a front porch, back patio, a neat workshop plus a 12x20 finished building recently custom built. The nice level back yard has a Pecan tree, garden area, plus a new storm shelter! Call us to see this beautiful home!! MLS17008519 $114,000
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Michelle Hicks 479-216-6717 3802-Beautiful Custom Built Home, in great neighborhood. 3 Bedrooms and 2 Baths in a split design. His and her closets in MBR plus double sinks. Crown molding in most rooms, tile, carpet, and laminate flooring. Formal dining area. Roomy master bedroom with trey ceiling. Large deck with spa hookups. Huge 10’x30’ patio that could be easily enclosed. Nice fenced in back yard. MLS18002997 $189,000
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3778-Move in ready! This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home sits on a lovely lot, in a quiet and peaceful neighborhood. New carpet in bedrooms. Ceramic tile flooring in the kitchen and beautiful wood laminate flooring in the living room and hallway. Newly painted walls, french doors, and much more. The seller is willing to take applications for financing this home or buyer may apply for financing at a lender of their choice. The carport is enclosed except for a door, which would easily make it into a garage. MLS17033501 $97,500
3734-There is a $2000 Appliance Allowance with Accepted Contract!!! Now you can update the spacious kitchen in this home to your own taste!! Call today to view this lovely home and see the gorgeous hardwood floors in the living, dining & 3 of the bedrooms. Large rooms and bright windows to enjoy in this 2115 sq ft.home. Deep storage cabinets are great in the hallway, guest bath has double vanities, tub, step in shower. Master has a walk in closet and a half bath. Screened back porch leads to the laundry and the upstairs 4th bedroom/studio w/bath. Double Carport. Fenced double lot w/trees & plenty of garden space. Boathouse too! MLS17013677 $118,900
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House to House:
“Use a REALTOR® to help you buy your home” By: Juli Gates, Director of Communication
Buying a home can be overwhelming. There are so many voices telling you to do this or that and unfortunately buyers end up more frustrated than when they began the process in the first place. If you are interested in purchasing a home, use a REALTOR®! Listed below are just a “few” reasons why a REALTOR® is the way to go. • REALTORS® abide by a code of ethics. What does that mean, you might ask? These are a set of rules and guidelines set up by the National Association of REALTORS® to be sure that all REALTORS® are practicing properly and fair in the real estate business with integrity and honor. • REALTORS® never stop educating themselves. Before I started to work with REALTORS®, I had no idea how much continuing education is involved. Along with the state mandated number of hours, REALTORS® go beyond in continuing their education with designations, certifications, and other forms of professional development. • REALTORS® look out for your best financial interests. They will do everything in their power to protect you. This falls back to claim 1, in that they abide by a Code of Ethics to always have the buyers best interest. • REALTORS® keep up with the ever-changing real estate regulations. Each home is different, and the laws vary between states. A REALTOR® will have the knowledge to guide you in the many updates that might have changed since you last purchased your home. • REALTORS® will help you find the perfect home. For example, a REALTOR® will provide you with their knowledge of anything to look for in a new home besides the basics of square footage or the number of bedrooms and baths. While these two things are too very important, a REALTOR® will go beyond the aesthetics and give you vital information that you wouldn’t think otherwise of when purchasing a home.
• REALTORS® know the ins and outs of contracts and negotiations. Your REALTOR® will guide you through all of the complex documents and help make the best offer for you. Negotiating can be tedious and long, but with the help of your REALTOR®, the process will move much quicker and smoother. If you are considering purchasing a home, I challenge you to consider using a REALTOR® and see what they can do for you. House to House is distributed weekly by the Arkansas REALTORS® Association. For more information on homeownership in Arkansas, readers may visit www.ArkansasRealtors.com.
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By: Arkansas Realtors® Association Have you ever noticed letters behind a Realtors® name on their business card or listing signs (i.e. John Smith, ABR, CRS, GRI) or noticed someone wearing pins with these letters on them? If so, have you ever asked or looked into what those acronyms mean? For the majority, those acronyms stand for designations or certifications that Realtors® have spent time and money to further their education in Real Estate in order to better serve their clients. The value that these designations and certifications provide is undeniable when working with a Realtor®. In order to help you decipher what some of these acronyms are, we’ve prepared a list for you. The next time you work with a Realtor® you’ll have a better understanding of how much they value continuing their education to provide you the best service possible. ABR Accredited Buyer Representative, a certification of NAR for buyer representation ALC Accredited Land Consultant, a designation awarded by the REALTORS® Land Institute ARA Arkansas REALTORS® Association CCIM Certified Commercial Investment Member, a designation awarded by the CCIM Institute COE REALTORS® Code of Ethics CPM Certified Property Manager, a designation awarded by IREM CRB Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager, a designation awarded by the Council of R.E. Brokerage Managers CRS Certified Residential Specialist, a designation awarded by the Council of Residential Specialists ePRO A technology certification provided by NAR GRI Graduate, REALTOR® Institute, a NAR designation awarded at state association level GRLA ARA’s Leadership Academy LFRO Limited Function Referral Office, a company licensed for the sole purpose
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of providing referrals to another firm MLS Multiple Listing Service; MLSs are private databases that are created, maintained and paid for by real estate professionals to help their clients buy and sell property NAR National Association of REALTORS® REALTOR® A trademarked term denoting membership in the National Association of REALTORS®; not a generic term; Not all real estate agents are REALTORS® RLI REALTORS® Land Institute, an affiliate of NAR SRES Senior Real Estate Specialist, a designation offered by the California Association of REALTORS®—selling to seniors WCR Women's Council of REALTORS®, and affiliate of NAR primarily for women but open to men Regulations regarding real estate, as with every sector of the business world are subject to change and may not come to the attention of most individuals. When purchasing and/or selling your property, it is important that you not only trust your Realtor® but trust that they are knowledgeable and dedicated to providing you with the best experience possible.
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Convenient location! Former restaurant has all the cooking equipment! Three commercial freezers! 6x6 walk in cooler! 24x9 drink cooler, 10x19 storage, booths & tables! Call Jan Atchley
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#2073 • ENERGY EFFICIENT HOME! 3 Bed-2 Bath! Approx. 1.96 Acres! MLS#17030044 $229,999 Enjoy 3 headed master shower or 6ft jacuzzi tub & Heated floor! Sit on back porch & listen to porch speakers! Fruit trees & garden! Surveillance cameras protecting your home!
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#2072 • 3 Bed-1 bath-1/2 bath! Approx. 1.03 acres! MLS#17029852 $139,900 • New storm shelter! • Rock & log sided cabin! • Front porch with • All appliance’s stay! mountain views & fruit • Large insulated garage, trees! heated & cooled!
#2088 • 1 bed-1 bath! Approx. 80 Acres! • MLS#17035242 $199,900 • Mountain views! • Close to National • Creek runs though western Forest , wired for border! generator! • Plenty of wildlife & trails! • Additional building!
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#2075 • 3 Bed- 2 bath! Approx. 3.17 Acres! MLS#17029921 $150,000 • Covered & open decks! • Fireplace , master • 5 minute walk to Lake suite, walk in closets! Wilhelmina! • Spacious formal living room ! Call Michael Looney
#2082 • 3 bed-2 bath! Approx. 4 acres! MLS#17032944 $84,500 Deck off master suite! Private, adjoining 2 acres is ready for 2nd dwelling! Has septic, well, and electricity! Close to National Forest hunting, ATV trails, camping! Call Sandra Thomas
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#2067 Approx. 1,650 sq. ft.! MLS#18003130 $199,900 Great location & investment! Great parking, nice lobby area! 2 ½ bathrooms, kitchen, open floor plan! Office areas, storage building in back!
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#2050 3 bed-2 bath! Approx. 5.9 acres! MLS#17016171 $225,000 Ranch style brick house with open floor plan! Corian countertops in kitchen! Pellet stove, lots of storage! Fenced acreage, covered patio!
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#3000 • 3 Bed-2 Bath! Approx. 14.54 Acres! MLS#18005423 $347,000
• Mountain views & Caddo River frontage! • Master bedroom has large master bath with Jacuzzi tub & walk in shower! • 2 more bedrooms share jack & jill bath! • Living room has gas log fireplace! • Laundry room, office space, central vacuum, custom iron pipe fence! 30x50 metal shop! • Additional home with 5 acres available! Call Michael Looney