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How To Create A Low Maintenance Landscape Yes! It is possible to have a gorgeous yard and still have free time to relax and enjoy it. Your yard can be LOW MAINTENANCE and still be beautiful. The NO MAINTENANCE YARD pictured here is not beautiful or relaxing.

Consider the following ideas to reduce the work and increase the enjoyment in your yard: Make your outdoor living space larger. Your deck or patio does not require watering, weeding or pruning and provides that space you need for relaxing and entertaining. A well planned and placed deck or patio will add beauty and function to your yard and can increase its resale value also.

Consider reducing the size of your lawn. Lawns are huge consumers of time, money, and water. Think about how you use your lawn. Children and pets need room to run and play. But some areas could be just as beautiful, or maybe even more so, with the right groundcover and not demand the time mowing or money watering and fertilizing. More and more people today are finding very creative and attractive ways to replace their lawns.

Mulch, mulch, mulch, and mulch some more! There is no single thing that you can do in your yard that will do more to 1. reduce the amount of work needed in your yard by reducing weeds, 2. make your plants and soil healthier, and 3. reduce your water bill!

One day spent each spring or fall spreading a 1 to 2 inch layer of mulch on your shrubs and flower beds will pay huge dividends and greatly reduce the amount of time and money spent on your landscape.

Bark, shredded leaves, lawn clippings, and compost will all smother weed growth and help to hold moisture in the soil for reduced watering. Compost has the added benefit of being very nutrient rich.

That means greater overall plant health, making them more resistant to insects, diseases, and weather stress. Then you spend less time spraying and tending to unhappy and unhealthy plants.

The additional use of a pre-emergent herbicide like Preen also restricts germination of weed seeds in your beds.

Choose plants for your yard that are less demanding of your time. Formal hedges, rose gardens, and large annual flower beds can demand a lot of time and energy each year. Instead, select plants that will look great with little or no care during the year.

• Evergreen shrubs like Pieris give lots of seasonal interest throughout the year and require only an occasional trim if needed. Conifers like pine and cypress come in many varieties that grow very slow and offer great color and texture to the landscape.

• Landscape grasses like Blue Oat Grass, Cappuccino & Orange Sedge, Black Mondo Grass, and

Blue Fescue add great color and texture to the landscape and demand little or no attention from you.

• Replace annuals with perennials in your flower beds. Perennials return year after year getting bigger and more beautiful each year. A little fertilizer and a little cleanup in the fall and you are done!

Rudbeckia Black-eyed-Susan blooms for several months and offers lots of bold color in late summer and fall. Day-lilies are easy care plants and many bloom all summer. Lavender requires little care and little water and gives an abundance of fragrant flowers. Hostas, Heathers, and Heuchera are also a few of the many low-care plants that can be added to your landscape.

A beautiful landscape should be a source of joy and rest and not a place of toil and stress. At Branches Garden Center we would love to help you create your personal paradise that you can enjoy more and work less. Branches Garden Center Where a beautiful (and relaxing) garden is always in season!

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Is Your Lawn and Garden Bird-Friendly?

(StatePoint) Birds are more than just beautiful visitors to your lawn and garden, they are an important component of a healthy local ecosystem.

Making your property a safe haven for birds will beautify your garden and is the right thing to do. Here are a few simple steps to take to keep birds safe.

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Stem the loss of life by exploiting the keen vision of birds.

Offer Food and Shelter Many birds will simply be using your yard as a rest stop on a long migration. Keep this in mind and fill your yard with native species of trees, shrubs and flowers to provide shelter and food.

You can supplement this nourishment with strategically located bird feeders that will prevent birds from striking your home’s windows. Ideally, bird feeders should be located within three feet of a window or more than 30 feet from a window.

Prevent Bird Strikes Ninety-eight million birds are killed annually in the U.S. when colliding

strikes. An easy weekend project to complete this season is applying decals to your home’s windows and using UV Liquid to fill the gaps in order to form a visual barrier for birds.

The ultraviolet reflecting coating will look like etched glass to humans, but be quite visible to birds. The coating can fade over time, so remember to periodically replace decals. More best practices can be found at windowalert.com.

Limit Other Hazards Pet cats can prove hazardous to birds. Keep cats inside or monitor their time outdoors in order to prevent attacks.

“When windows are visible to birds, they will enjoy a safer migration,” says Promote a natural food source for birds by avoiding the use of pesticides Spencer Schock, founder of Windowand fertilizers that kill off the insects Alert, a company that offers decals that birds need to thrive. and UV Liquid that is visible to birds By taking a few important measures but not people. at home, you can create a haven for Products from WindowAlert are migratory birds right in your own proven to effectively alter the flight path of birds and prevent window backyard.

Should You Sell or RENT Your Home?

We have provided homeowners an alternative to selling for over 10 years. It is not always the “right” time to sell.

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For example, if the stock market dropped in September, would you sell your stock or wait for a recovery?

Our business model is to offer both management and selling services, which allow you to decide what the best option is given today’s market.

Our services include: • Finding you the most qualified and carefully screened tenant as possible.

• Collecting rent and transferring funds directly to your bank account.

• Inspecting the property on a regular basis.

• Giving you peace of mind.

We employee over 50 property managers across Western Washington; so, we are able to assign a local property manager to service your account. That means a property manager who knows your market and neighborhood. Your property manager will help you determine the best rental range and market your property in a variety of ways to find

the best group of renters possible. Once you have an interested potential tenant, your manager will have them carefully screened. We look at their credit and criminal history. We also verify their employment and rental history. Next, a lease is prepared and signed. A careful inspection of the property is completed to document the condition.

A good property manager will stay in touch with both the tenant and owner on a frequent basis to make sure everything is taken care of with the property. Good communication is the basis for a great relationship. Our managers drive by the property each month to check on landscaping and other items. Once every six months we inspect the interior of the unit and prepare a report.

A “no obligation” meeting with our manager is the first step in making the best decision for your property.

Now is the time for a complimentary consultation for your property. Call Byron Hiller at 206-212-2244 and he will assess your needs and assign a manager to meet with you We look forward to working with you!

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Your Home Exterior: How to Select Color (StatePoint) Curb appeal does not happen by accident. From siding to trim to your home’s entry door, these components should not be considered individually, but as parts of a whole -- especially when it comes to color, say experts.

“It all starts with the roof,” says Kate Smith, a color trend forecaster with Sensational Color. “Colors should flow down the home exterior cohesively.”

Smith recommends that when the main color of your home exterior is

neutral, to add pops of color on the entry door and trim. The color of your roof should guide these decisions, as the right accents will bring the look together and complement the roof’s beauty.

Smith recommends color selection tips and free resources that can be found at DaVinciRoofscapes.com.

Whether you want a subtle look or you want something bolder, take a top-down approach to your color selections.

Home Heating Tips to Save Money and Energy (StatePoint) Will your house be warm enough this winter? With shifts in climate making winter weather harder to predict, it’s important to prepare your home for extreme winter temperatures as soon as possible. Here are a few key ways to make your home comfortable and energy efficient.

mosphere, but new models are redefining this classic technology to be greener, safer and easier to operate.

Supplemental Heating Consider reducing energy bills substantially by supplementing whole house heat in the zones of your house used most. For example, why heat the unoccupied foyer to the same degree as the living room where your family spends their time?

Focusing your energy use where it is most needed will allow you to lower the thermostat for the central furnace.

Known as “zone heating,” this practice saves dollars and energy.

Wood Stove A wood stove is a great choice for a supplemental heating product that focuses on specific rooms of the home. Not only does a wood stove create a cozy at-

Regular Maintenance Your heating system, supplemental heating products and insulation all require regular maintenance to operate at their For example, the Quadra-Fire Adventure highest capacity and keep your home warm at a reasonable cost. Certain tasks II, an EPA-certified appliance, features you can perform yourself include changSmart Burn Technology, which delivers ing HVAC filters, sealing drafts and ductcontrollable, efficient heat. It’s the only stove equipped with a programmable wall work, and weatherstripping windows and doors. You may want to have your central thermostat that maintains the temperature of your room, helping reduce heating furnace serviced professionally, however.

A handy checklist is available at energysbills up to 50 percent. It also alerts you tar.gov. when it’s time to add more wood, taking For a comfortable and affordable winguesswork out of the equation.

Another option that can help you reduce ter, take smart steps to warm your home your heating bill is the Encore FlexBurn wisely.

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Market Update: Real estate has appreciated in the Kent area from the second quarter of 2015 through the second quarter of this year by a whopping 13%, depending on where exactly you live. It’s been a crazy sellers’ market, and many of you have been able to take advantage of the home equity you’ve gained and make housing changes that you were unable to make in the last eight years. That’s so exciting!

In this third quarter, the market appears to be softening a bit, with fewer multiple offers, giving buyers a better chance to take advantage of record interest rates – under 4% again – and actually getting their offers accepted.

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Top Things Every Renter Should Know homes is improving, prompting brokers to suggest some relief is in sight for would-be buyers. “We might actually be starting to move very slowly back toward a more balanced market” … With inventory shortages apparently easing in some areas, once-sidelined and frustrated house-hunters may be resuming their search, based on the latest statistics.

“We have experienced a recordbreaking market,” said Lennox Scott, chairman & CEO of John L. Scott in a follow-up article in the Puget Sound Business Journal. “Last month was the best July in history in the Puget Sound real estate market.”

Would you like information specific to your real estate needs? Feel free to contact me if you aren’t already working with a Real Estate Broker.

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(StatePoint) Renters may be free of some of the concerns and responsibilities of homeownership, but there are a few considerations they should make for financial security and greater peace of mind.

Read Your Lease Whether you’re moving in to a new place or have been occupying your unit for some time, knowing the ins and outs of your lease is crucial. Be sure there will be no curveballs or surprises that you have not accounted for in your budget.

Is your rent subject to an increase?

By how much and how often?

Cross-check local regulations to ensure rent increases are in accordance with the law.

Read your lease in order to get a handle on what your responsibilities and rights are as a tenant.

Get Renters Insurance

Marti Reeder REALTOR®, Managing Broker, CRS

Many apartment communities require renters to carry personal liability insurance to cover the property and surrounding structures as a result of damage caused by the renter. This coverage does not extend to your personal property, however. To cover your personal property, a standard renters insurance policy is recommended. Otherwise, unexpected events such as fire, theft, vandalism or other perils could mean a substantial financial loss to you. However, the small monthly investment of renter’s insurance could save you thousands of dollars down the line.

Do your research to determine what policy makes sense for you.

Many insurance providers, such as Assurant, offer free online calculators to help you take inventory and determine the level of coverage you need. The company also offers its more than 1 million customers nationwide the ability to buy insurance, pay bills, change coverage and file claims online by computer or a mobile device, as well as the option of automatic payments, or even setting the billing date. These convenient options are designed with young people in mind, including some 100,000 Assurant policyholders living in student housing. For more information or a quote, visit assurantrenters.com.

Perform a Careful Inspection Before moving into your new rental unit or signing a lease, do a careful inspection, noting any existing damage or necessary maintenance.

Communicate concerns to the management company or landlord in writing. Free online checklists can guide you on what to look for and record. For example, buckling floors and water stains could indicate water damage -- a condition that could lead to property damage.

It’s also helpful to take photographs with a timestamp. Do these inspections periodically, as well as when you renew your lease.

And remember to also photograph your belongings – or keep your receipts -- because any insurance provider will ask for proof of ownership in the event you have to file a claim.

You may not own the property, but it is still your home. Staying on top of the space in which you live can offer you greater comfort and greater peace of mind.

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Preparation Tips For Interior Painting You can make our prep work go quickly and smoothly by doing some prep of your own. The following is a helpful checklist to follow to ensure your home’s interior is ready prior to the ProTect Painters professionals arriving at your home. Please ensure that all small items and breakable items are moved out of rooms to be painted.

Why Customers Choose ProTect Painters?

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We are ProTect Painters, a full-service, interior and exterior painting company. We believe in helping others fully realize the pride and joy of home ownership. We, not only treat our customers like family, ProTect Painters treats your home like it was our own, by finding the right color that represents you and your space. We’re professional painters that never cut corners in delivering unparalleled quality - YOUR home is our showcase.

What makes ProTect Painters different?

We always do what we say we are going to do! We’re proud of the Top 5 reasons why customers choose ProTect Painters: 1. Gift of Time: ProTect Painters manages the entire project from beginning to end.

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5. Communication: Always knowing what’s happening and when.

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How Hot Technologies Can Improve Your Kitchen (StatePoint) Modern technology is improving every facet of our lives and the kitchen is no exception. By carefully outfitting your kitchen, your appliances can be safer, more efficient and give you versatility and precision as a home chef.

One technology, which has been popular in Europe for years but is still relatively new to the US, is induction cooking which uses electromagnetic energy to heat foods quickly and precisely.

Like a gas burner, an induction cooktop or range-top surface can handle the rapid shifts in heat settings required in a busy kitchen. And because the burner does not heat unless cookware is detected, ventilation can operate more efficiently.

Other efficiencies in induction cooking are exemplified in such appliances as the new 36” Induction 5-Zone Cooktop from Verona, which includes a fast boil setting for rapid cooking as well as a low power setting for delicate meals. A pan

detection system saves energy by sensing the size and shape of cookware and intelligently heating only the needed cooking area. Features like a residual heat indicator and an automatic shut-off in case of spillage make cooking with this induction cooktop safer, too. The brand also makes a 30” induction cooktop and

30” induction range. More information can be found at VeronaAppliances.com.

“Because induction cooking offers the most direct heat transfer of any cooking surface and features unprecedented safety benefits, it’s become the modern standard for kitchens today,” says Melissa Haber, director of sales and marketing for EuroChef USA. Consumers looking to upgrade their kitchens in the future will enjoy even more choices, as new induction ranges are introduced, such as 36” and 40” ILVE ranges, which offer a wealth of features like a rotisserie, warming drawer, power boost burners and a multifunction convection oven. To learn more about the brand and its current 30” induction range visit ilveappliances.com.

If you are still cooking with old school appliances in your kitchen, you may be working harder than you need to be.

When making an upgrade, consider the latest cooking technologies.

What to Look for in a New Roof (StatePoint) Between strong winds, heavy rains, and threats like fire and natural disaster, simply having a roof over one’s head is not always enough.

When choosing a strong roof designed to protect your home and its occupants, here are some things to consider:

roof that has achieved the highest ratings on impact resistance tests can help protect your property.

Fire Prevention Real wood shake roofs can be extremely combustible and serve as kindling for wildfires. If you live in an area with even a remote possibility of wildfires, consider investing in a roof that resists flame spread.

While no roof will resist a “ground up” fire that engulfs the entire home, polymer roofing tiles that are installed with proper underlayments can help protect a home from wind-driven embers that can ignite the roof.

Impact Resistance Whether you live in an area prone to direct or indirect threats of tornadoes or hurricanes, or you simply live in a region that experiences strong storms, take note: flying debris associated with severe weather can become dangerous in high winds. Damage from airborne tree branches and flying loose items can be devastating to a roof not equipped for impact. Having a synthetic

Durability No matter where you live, it’s important that roof tiles can handle wear and tear.

Ideally, roof tiles should resist curling, fading, cracking, mold, algae, fungus and insects. Roofing products that come with a strong warranty can offer you peace of mind.

Other Considerations

“Even if your roof has stood up to strong weather conditions in the past, it’s important to make sure it’s still in shape before the next round of bad weather hits,” says Mark Hansen, vice president of sales and marketing for DaVinci Roofscapes, which makes high-performing polymer roofing products that have achieved the highest grades possible on multiple industry tests.

Examine the roof yourself or have a professional roofer assess for damage you may not be able to see from the ground. They can make repairs or recommend a new roof replacement.

Protecting your home and family should be your number one consideration. Luckily, durable synthetic roofing options abound that offer the authentic look of real wood or slate beauty, as well as environmental sustainability. For the benefits of an eco-friendly roof, it’s a good idea to seek out products that are completely recyclable and meet standards set by organizations like the Cool Roof Rating Council and the U.S. Green Building Council.

For a complete free guide on upgrading roofing to protect a home long-term, visit ThisOldHouse.netline.com.

For an important, lasting home project, evaluate your roof and consider making an upgrade that will protect your house from everyday wear and tear, as well as the worst case scenario.

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4 Reasons to Choose Gas Nothing beats the warmth and comfort of a fireplace on a chilly night. There’s something nostalgic about staring in to the flames and hearing the embers pop as you curl up with your favorite book or movie. But did you know that old woodburning fireplace is wasting energy, putting dust in your home and polluting the air in your neighborhood? Luckily, gas fireplaces offer a way to experience the thrill of a burning fire, while keeping your family and the environment safe from hazardous smoke. Here are a few reasons to choose a gas fireplace over a woodburning one.

1. No wood is needed.

Because a gas fireplace doesn’t burn any wood, you’re saved the effort of splitting, stacking and hauling logs. If you’re in a more urban area, you’ll be free from running to the store to purchase a pre-seasoned log every time the mood for a fire strikes. No wood also means no ashes, no smoky smells in your home and no chimney to clean.

2. It’s more convenient.

Not only can a gas fire start with the flip of a switch or the push of a button, there are thermostats to control the flame size.

In fact, a gas fireplace returns between 75 and 99 percent of its energy back as heat. A wood burning fireplace only returns between 10 and 30 percent.

4. It’s better for the environment.

The temperature of the fire can be adjusted in seconds and there’s no worry that the flames will die out. That fire will stay lit until you turn it off.

3. It wastes less energy.

Gas fireplaces are more energy efficient than their wood-burning counterparts. A chimney is unnecessary with a gas fireplace, so no hot air escapes up the flue.

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Wood burning fireplaces may offer those crackling flames we all love to gaze at, but they’re simply not an efficient way to heat your home. If you’re looking for a way to enjoy the warmth and comfort of a fireplace, while keeping your family and the environment safe from harmful pollutants, a gas fireplace could be the perfect fit in your home. Talk to the experts at Fireside Home Solutions about a free in-home consultation to find the right gas fireplace for you.

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TRAVEL YOU CAN TRUST: EXPLORE THE WORLD WITH THE FEDERAL WAY CHAMBER The Greater Federal Way Chamber offers a travel program to the community with trips in the fall and spring of the year. The Chamber offers fully escorted travel tours with professional tour operators taking care of everything from air travel, accommodations, meals and sightseeing.

“The Chamber travel program is a great way to see the world and gain a global perspective,” said Rebecca Martin, President and CEO, Greater Federal Way Chamber. “All of our signature tours are open to the community,” she added. “You do not need to be a member to enjoy our Travel program-- all you need is a desire to explore interesting destinations around the world and in our own country.”

SPRING 2017: BE AMONG THE FIRST AMERICANS TO TRAVEL TO CUBA The community is invited to be among the first Americans to legally travel to Cuba on a professionally guided tour with the Greater Federal Way Chamber, March 22-29, 2017.

The Cuba tour includes round trip airfare options from either Seattle and Miami.

For more information on the tour, join us for a free presentation with tour operator Chamber Explorations on September 21, 2016 at the Total Wine & More, Federal Way location. This is an excellent opportunity to see the places you will be visiting and get answers to your travel questions.

A complimentary wine tasting will follow the presentation.

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CHAMBER SUPPORTS HEALTHY COMMUNITIES WITH FREE PRESCRIPTION DISCOUNT CARD As part of its support for community wellness, The Greater Federal Chamber offers a FREE Prescription Drug Card to the South Sound community. The card can be used to get discounts on most brand name and generic medications, with discounts up to 75% and is available to the general public online at federalwaychamber.com The Prescription Card is perfect for the uninsured and underinsured, and everyone in the South Sound is eligible for a free card—membership in the Chamber is not required.

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becca Martin, President and CEO, Greater Federal Way Chamber. “All prescriptions processed through the program are confidential.”

In addition to the Prescription Drug Card, the program offers other discounts on prescription eye glasses, hearing aids, Lasik surgery and diabetic supplies.

The Card can be downloaded directly Retail price. The Prescription Card is great from the Greater Federal Way Chamber for people with Health Savings Accounts website, federalwaychamber.com, and is (HSAs), High Deductible Plans, medicaavailable at the Chamber offices, 31919 tions not covered by Medicare Part D, or 1st Avenue, South, Suite 202, Federal Way, non-covered medications.

WA 98001.

“Our Prescription Card is pre-activated For information on joining the Chamber and can be used immediately at over to learn more about business benefits, call 68,000 pharmacies nationwide,” said Re252-838-2605.

[12] September 9, 2016

Today’s HOME

FALL 2016

Discover CUBA

Highlights of Havana, Varadero & Pinar del Rio

March 22 – 29, 2017 EN TO P O S .

TOUR MMUNITY O THE C ERYONE EV ME! O C L WE

FREE INFORMATION SESSION and Complimentary Wine Tasting

Wednesday, Sept. 21 5:30 - 7 pm Total Wine & More - Federal Way

For information on the tour, visit us online federalwaychamber.com or call 253-838-2605