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North King and Snohomish Counties, WA HOME & LIFESTYLE GUIDE Volume 26, Issue 7

Custom Luxury!

ON 1.14 ACRES IN GATED COMMUNITY

KELLI LANG 206-929-2217 RE/MAX Gateway Cover home on page 6.

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GORGEOUS BRICK HOME! Master on main! Formal living & dining w/ fabulous great room. Kitchen w/dbl ovens, walk-in pantry & breakfast nook.

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Bamboo floors on main level, updated kitchen, 2 gas fireplaces, family room down. Master on main floor. $488,000 360-568-1537

GREENVIEW FARMS Custom 3568sf on just over 1/2 acre! Gleaming hardwoods, granite counters, central vac, den/office + 4BD. Master w/ 5pc BA, walk-in closet. Bonus rm.Gas heat & A/C. 3+ car garage. $759,950 360-568-1537

GLENEAGLE GOLF COURSE & MOUNTAIN VIEWS Amazing sunset views of Olympics & course! Impeccably maintained 5BD 2.75BA 3428sf daylight rambler. Remodeled kitchen. Master on main. Lower level poss MIL apt. $549,950 360-568-1537

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W SEATTLE - CLASSIC 1926 CRAFTSMAN 3 BD, 3.5 BA renovated w/ no stone unturned! 2 car garage w/bathroom, 100 amp panel, 9 ft wide drs. Custom tile, hardwood floors, carpet.

Turn-key home! MLS:1152899 Text R448783 to 52187

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KIRKLAND - DREAM VIEW HOME Private w/ views of Lake Washington, adjacent to St-Edward’s State Park. Hardwood floors on main floor. Formal dining room. Family room next to renovated kitchen. MLS:1179888 Text R512451 to 52187 $2

EDMONDS - 6 BEDROOMS! Open room concept, updated kitchen, all new appliances. Master on main level. Private MIL includes 2nd kitchen w/dining. New roof, exterior paint & more!

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Walk to downtown, ferries, Olympic College, shops, etc. Fully fenced w/ shed. MLS:1197758 Text R549127 to 52187

Services offered • Day to day operations & maintenance • Collections & Accounts Payable • Reporting & statement preparation • Yearly budgets & More

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CONCRETE Charming cabin on the on Skagit River.

Perfect get way for a vacation home. You will love the tranquil sounds of nature & Spectacular views! R575

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GRANITE FALLS 3BD 2BA rambler on 5.75 acres! Lg kitchen w/granite counters.

Hardwoods throughout most rooms.

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EVERETT Ground floor, end unit condo in Victoria Park, a gated community. Totally redone w/ new paint & flooring. Spacious living, security sys, stackable W/D. R579

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HAT ISLAND Beachfront on private island! Views from almost every room! New roof, windows, siding & paint inside & out! Lower level family rm & bath. R543

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DUVALL 7.75 acres! 2 separate parcels, Great for an investor. Cute home w/ fresh paint & new carpets.

Skylights, pellet stove, & loft up! R577

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LANDSCAPED LOT 3BD 1.75BA rambler w/ vaulted ceilings & like-new carpets. Ample off-street parking, lg storage shed & freshly painted covered front deck. Great location!

Tammy Ebert (425) 339-7212 www.tammyebert.withwre.com

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On The Cover ANACORTES LUXURY HOME ON 1+ ACRES

COME HOME TO LUXURY! Custom 3BD, 2.75BA, 4250Âą sf home located on 1.14 acres of land in a secure gated community. Views of the sound & Mt Baker from the deck & floor to ceiling windows in the great room. Vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace, wet bar, large kitchen w/ SS appliances, island, 2 sinks, granite, & formal dining room makes this home ideal for entertaining.

Master bedroom w/ private en suite on the main floor, bonus room, family room & 2 more beds upstairs. 3 car garage! $839,000 For more photos & information, Text R493769 to 52187

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WASHINGTON HUD HOME BUYING SEMINAR TIPS & SECRETS

Great for 1st Time Home Buyers or Investors. Limited Seating.

6120 Grove, Marysville Library November 8, 2017 6-8 PM

How to buy a HUD-owned home

SEDRO WOOLLEY - Text R552430 to 52187 MOVE IN READY! Beautiful bright open floor plan offers spacious living room flowing into dining & kitchen. Roomy master bedroom. Large deck perfect for relaxing & taking in the endless countr yside view. 2 DEAL OF THE MONTH parcels included.

LAKE STEVENS - Text R535877 to 52187 HUD HOME Spacious upstairs living room off kitchen. Deck has new treated boards.

Downstairs has oversized family room perfect for home theater, game room, or just a place to lounge. Sold As Is. FHA 561-876164

*What is a HUD Home? *Where can you find HUD homes for sale? *How much do you qualify for and what will your monthly payments be? *How to make an offer on a HUD home, and More.

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WHIDBEY ISLAND - Text R483876 to 52187 HUD HOME 3BD 2 BA DWMH w/ flowing floor plan & vaulted ceilings.

Family roomfor entertaining or relaxing. Spacious kitchen. 3BD septic w/ 4th room. Detached garage.

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ou may be greening up your cleaning products or your eating habits, but have you stopped to consider your plumbing?

While there are so many ways to go green with your home, plumbing might present the most opportunity of all. In the long run, green plumbing will end up lowering utility costs and also make both your home and the environment a healthier place.

Plumbing covers a range of categories inside your home. From the drainage system to pipes and water heaters, to toilets and the sewer main.

As you can see, there are a lot of options when it comes to going green with plumbing.

Read the following green plumbing tips from Petri Plumbing & Heating, Inc. INSULATE WATER PIPES: According to GreenBuilding.com, heating water for homes accounts for as much as 30 percent of residential energy consumption. By insulating the pipes and using high-grade pipe insulation, it can lower the energy expenditure needed to heat your water.

INSTALL WATER SAVING FEATURES: In older homes, plumbing features such as faucets, showerheads and toilets are as historic as the homes themselves. By replacing these dated units with modern, energy-efficient counterparts, you can reduce leaks, conserve water and reduce your energy bill.

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Newer and more efficient toilets can cut down the amount of water used by as much as 80 percent. A low-flow toilet only uses 1.28 gallons of water per flush, whereas a full-flow toilet uses 3.5 gallons per flush. A dual-flush toilet uses only 1.6 gallons for solid waste and only 0.8 gallons for liquid waste. A newer toilet can translate to a potential savings of 10,000 gallons of water each year.

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Install a tankless water heater, which uses much less energy than a standard water heater. Instead of wasting energy keeping a huge reservoir of hot water at all times, a tankless water heater heats the water only as it is needed.

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Replacing a traditional shower head with a low-flow showerhead will reduce the traditional water usage by around 50-70 percent.

The homeowner can also install an even greener shower product, the steam shower. While traditional showers use 25 gallons of water per shower, a steam shower uses around 1 gallon of water per shower.

Inspect your home plumbing for leaks: Detecting leaks can be a difficult task, and in some cases, small leaks can be unnoticeable to an untrained homeowner. Hire a professional to help you hunt down hard to spot leaks.

Source: Petri Plumbing & Heating, Inc. Reprinted with permission from RISMedia. ©2017. All rights reserved.

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MYTHS ABOUT CREDIT,

Busted

One of the most important aspects of applying for a mortgage is credit, for both the borrower to assess and the lender to evaluate. A borrower's credit history and score can be a pivotal factor in a lender's decision to approve or deny a mortgage. Knowing how credit is determined, and how to improve it if needed, is crucial to ensuring a successful outcome.

While most Americans seem to have a handle on the basics of how credit scores are calculated, others are downright confusing. Essentially, the way that creditors look at a borrower’s profile depends on a variety of different factors. Unfortunately, there is a lot of confusion on what is considered good and bad from a borrower’s standpoint. For example, while a missed payment is a sure sign that you might not pay back your loan on time, other subtle factors like diversity in your credit profile can give insight to lenders into your credit history.

Below are six common credit myths, recently revealed in a survey by TransUnion, one of the three major credit reporting agencies.

1. My score will go down if I check it.

Forty-three percent of those surveyed believe the misconception that checking their credit score will lower it. A "hard inquiry," or one that comes from a lender, could—but a "soft inquiry," or one made by a borrower, will not, according to the agency.

2. My score will go down if I close an account.

Thirty-five percent of those surveyed believe closing a credit card account will lower their credit score. Closing an account can lower a score, especially if it is longstanding, according to the agency—but if the card history is short or the limit is low, closing it could be harmless to a score. It is important to note, however, that cards close to bumping up against their limits can do damage to your credit score. Even though your score can take an initial hit by closing an account that’s close to the limit, it will improve if it helps you to better manage other existing accounts.

payments are factored into their credit score—a partial truth, according to the agency. Some utility companies share all payment information with credit reporting agencies, while others share only late payment information.

4. My large balance is fine if I pay it on time.

Paying all of your credit card bills on time is absolutely critical since payment history holds the most weight among most credit scoring models. However, 51 percent of consumers believe that carrying a high balance is good for credit health. Unfortunately, this isn’t true. High balances paint a picture that says you don’t know how to utilize your credit rate. How much debt you are carrying versus your collective credit and balances on individual cards is the second most important factor for calculating credit score.

It’s best to keep your balances below 30 percent of your available limit. Even better, pay off all of your purchases in full by the end of the month.

5. My score will only improve if I have a balance.

Most people believe that credit card debt is just a normal part of life. Thirty-seven percent of consumers believe that it’s crucial to maintain a balance on your card in order to improve your score. This isn’t true. The act of simply having a credit card will benefit both your credit history and your credit utilization rate, especially if you keep your balance low. With that being said, using your card in a responsible way will do the most for improving your credit score into the future.

6. My short history of credit can’t hurt me.

Holding off on opening credit accounts will probably end up hurting you in the long run. Fifteen percent of your FICO score is based on the length of your credit history, or essentially the amount of time you’ve been taking out loans. Not opening lines of credit signifies that you’re uncomfortable with the process, and aren’t responsible enough to be able to manage it to your advantage. If you want to start small to ensure that you can successfully manage credit, ask a parent or guardian to add you as an authorized user to their existing credit card account.

3. My utility bills impact my score.

Fifty-one percent of those surveyed believe utility Source: TransUnion, Reprinted with permission

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Gardening for Your Small Deck or Patio

By Barbara Pronin

Having limited outdoor space is no reason to curb your love of gardening or to settle for less than a thriving green space. From tasty fruits and veggies to flowering plants, trees and shrubs, container gardening is a great way to enhance your small deck or patio, say gardening editors at HGTV.

and get a season's worth of sweet, ripe berries.

The good news is that container gardening isn’t that hard to implement. Most plants aren’t picky when it comes to what type of pot they grow in. As long as they have enough space to spread their roots and drainage holes for excess water, this method can be extremely fun and satisfying. Pots come in a variety of materials, but one particular type will work just as well as the next.

Potted Roses

Test your green thumb with these:

Dwarf Citrus Trees If your space provides a little sunlight, dwarf lemon or lime trees will typically do well when planted in terracotta pots.

Strawberries Try planting them in a hanging basket that gets lots of sunlight

Red, Ripe Tomatoes You can grow smaller varieties in pots. Start with young plants or establish seed plantings indoors first, then transfer them in pots to a sunny spot on your deck or patio.

Low-Care Succulents Because they store water in their fleshy leaves and stems, these evergreen plants do well even when you don't water regularly.

They need a little sun, though, so group pots of succulents in a light, bright corner.

Flowering Vines

If the area gets at least five hours of daily sun, planter pots of dwarf or mini-sized roses will produce colorful blooms all summer long. Prune them out of season as you would prune their larger cousins.

Compact climbers, like jasmine and clematis, are great container plants. All they need to thrive is a pot with good drainage, a trellis or post for support, and regular watering and feeding.

Bonus Tip:

Mini Herb Garden Group varying sizes of containers together and get ready to season your dishes with mint, chives, and other herbs grown in a limited space.

Sunflowers There is nothing as cheerful as these summer favorites.

Choose colorful pots, or let the kids paint tin cans with enamel paint, then plant dwarf sunflower seeds in each.

For an engaging change from store-bought pots, plant your favorites in colorful vintage tins scooped up at thrift stores or garage sales.

Reprinted with permission from RISMedia. ©2017. All rights reserved.

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ARLINGTON 3BD 1.75BA rambler w/ open floor plan from living rm, kitchen & family rm.

HUGE 864sf 4 car garage shop. Fresh paint, new carpets, vinyl, & roof. Covered patio. Yard w/ pond. Fannie Mae Homepath property.

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EVERETT 1st time ever on market! 4BD 2.5BA 3075sf home. Huge living rm w/see through frpl. New shower in master, new H2O tank, Mahogany & oak through.

Huge rec rm & huge workshop. Wrap around deck.

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Brenda Haug 866-768-7910 Designated Broker/Owner

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Updated kitchen. Gazebo w/hot tub.

HUGE 3 car garage shop w/loft.

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Vaulted den on main level. Entry, dining room, and kitchen with engineered hardwood. Great room w/ gas fireplace. Kitchen w/gas stove and large island w/slab granite. Mini splits that heat and cool! Painted millwork. Patio. Landscaped. MLS:1180616 $325,000

Two story entry. Fireplace in great room. Kitchen w/ ss gas range, micro hood, dw and slab granite counters.

Upstairs BDs w/Jack & Jill bathroom. Master bedroom w/sitting area & fireplace. Tank less water heater. 3 CAR GARAGE! MLS:1180660 $355,000

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RAY & LAURIE LARSEN

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MOUNT VERNON

Outstanding Craftsmanship in Beautiful Eaglemont Golf Course community. The woodwork in this home is Top Notch. Possible Mother-In-Law Apartment, extra living space or? Lovely private yard with hot tub. Golf out your back door. This is truly a must see property. $548,900

MOUNT VERNON

Fantastic floor plan on a large fenced lot, upscale community.

Wide open floor plan, featuring: engineered hardwood floors, granite counters, island kitchen, stainless appliances, downstairs office or bedroom. Gas fireplace, wood wrapped windows. Fully landscaped. Ready for you to move in. $349,500

BRIGHTON, BURLINGTONS FIRST NEW COMMUNITY IN10 YEARS.

Ground is broken for developement of 32 homes by Lungren Homes. Models will complete this Fall, offering new plans including ramblers, and 2 stories w/mstr bedroom down.

These are large 7,600 s.f. lots. Now accepting "Non binding Presale offers!"

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RICHARD B. PERDUE 425.344.6857

RichardSellsSeattle@gmail.com

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PRIVACY ABOUNDS Mid-century 3BD 3BA 2230sf. Views of Mt Baker, Ballard & Salmon Bay. Master BD opens to private deck and tower gazebo on a greenbelt. Bonus basement room.

Perfect for entertaining! $998,000 To see more photos, Text R545148 to 52187

Magnolia

Rainier Valley

Snohomish

COSMETIC FIXER with tons of potential! 3BD rambler w/ original hardwood floors, wood burning fireplace, large living room, fruit bearing trees in front yard, & new furnace! First time on the market in 40 years. Possible RV parking. $369,000 Text R525841 to 52187

Everett

GORGEOUS NW CONTEMPORARY Home on 1.2 Acres.

Open concept w/ vaulted ceilings. Butcher block counters w/ SS appliances. Hickory hardwood & Slate flooring. Speaker system on main & exterior. Studio apt w/ full kitchen. $425,000 Text R555914 to 52187

Campbell Hill

GREAT OPPORTUNITY 2014 built 3BD 2.5BA townhouse.

Bright open floor plan, walking distance to Comcast Arena, Everett Stadium, restaurants and other amenities. End unit, alley access to 2 car attached garage. $249,950 Text R516053 to 52187

HUGE PRICE DROP! 3BD 1075BA 2460sf w/ most of the major work completed! New paint in & out. New carpet & floor, new roof, all new doors, new appliances. Huge rec room on lower level potentially can add 1-2 bedrooms. $475,000 Text R516028 to 52187

I'm Richard Perdue, a premier real estate expert in the Puget Sound area. Whether you're looking to buy or sell in Seattle, Everett, Marysville, Arlington or anywhere in-between, I look forward to working with you. In this fast paced market you deserve an experienced Agent who has the knowledge & tools to navigate for your best interests. Contact me so I can keep you updated on the latest real estate news in our area. I'm looking forward to answering your questions and helping with any real estate needs you may have.

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Luxury Living

TEXT PROPERTY CODES TO 52187 for more photos & information. $1,699,000

$879,950

KAREN PETERSEN - 360.202.0643

JOHN L. SCOTT/ANACORTES STANWOOD Classic Farmhouse with 42+ acres of farmland, gardens, woods and stream. 5 BR, 4.5 BA, Formal LR, DR & Library.

100 year old equestrian barn, zen gardens with a heated koi pond, waterfalls and gazebo, plus a walking trail to the creek. Outstanding views of Skagit Bay. Make this home your sanctuary!

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PAM BAIRD - 360.202.0715

JOHN L. SCOTT/SKAGIT MOUNT VERNON Captivating custom home on the 13th Fairway at EAGLEMONT GOLF COURSE! 4 BR, 3.5 BA, 4729SF w/custom painted features, beautiful Chef ’s kitchen, hardwood floors, stunning curved staircase, office. Main level master suite w/ fireplace and luxurious 5 piece bath.

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Luxury Living

TEXT PROPERTY CODES TO 52187 for more photos & information. $935,000

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WINDERMERE RE/ANACORTES MOUNT VERNON Magnificent 180 degree Views perched high above picturesque Skagit Valley! Quality 4 BR/3 BA custom hm w/ rich finishes, dramatic walls of windows & sumptuous attention to detail.1 BR Guest House w/2-car detached garage. Private gated estate on shy 20 acres.

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WARREN BINGHAM - 360.770.2421

WINDERMERE RE/SKAGIT VALLEY MOUNT VERNON Beautifully updated 4 BR, 3,665 SF hm on .37 acre lot. NEW carpet, paint, & refinished white oak flrs. Gourmet kitchen w/island, den/office, Master w/6 piece BA/jetted tub/WI closet. Daylight basement & rec rm. Mt Baker views from 2 level backyard decks.

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BECKY ELDE - 360.770.9427

WINDERMERE RE/NORTH CASCADES BURLINGTON 5000 SF hm has TWO SEPARATE LIVING AREAS plus a swimming pool & lge patio overlooking Friday Creek. Main level w/a kitchen, DR, 2 BR, 2 BA, 2 living areas. Downstairs w/ separate entry, kitchen, LR, DR, 3 BR/2 BA. Radiant heated concrete flring on both levels. Attention to detail everywhere you look!

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JODI DYNES - 360.333.7783

BROWN MCMILLEN RE BURLINGTON / BAY MEADOWS Gorgeous 4 BR, 2.5 BA, 3,238 SF Chaffey built home on 1+ acre! Master on main level, formal living, dining, family room, kitchen w/eating area, office w/French doors, two fireplaces, all on the main living area. Bonus room. Three car garage. Security system.

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DENISE OWEN - 425.274.6495

KELLER WILLIAMS/GS BURLINGTON A masterpiece of new construction in gated community. 4+ BR, 3.5 BA w/4,145 SF, Open concept layout.

Master suite w/private deck, FP & WI closet. Kitchen w/amazing view windows, quartz counters, dble oven, hammered copper sink.

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WINDERMERE RE/NORTH CASCADES SEDRO WOOLLEY Quality Living in this 4 BR, 3.5+, 4,299 sq ft hm w/18’ceilings! A Chef ’s kitchen built for entertaining w/3 ovens & 2 dishwashers. Media Rm w/Bose surround sound & kitchen area. Main flr master & den both have FP’s, 2 walk-in closets, & craft room could be 5th BR. 24’ deep garage, parking for RVs.

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Break Bad Laundry Habits T

he results are in: most of us practice poor laundry habits. According to a nationwide survey commissioned

by LG Electronics USA, nearly all respondents admitted to mixing items that should be washed separately just to avoid doing another load of laundry.

Whether it's hectic work and school schedules, the demands of family life, social activities or plain old exhaustion, the reasons for taking short cuts in the laundry room are many and valid. Unfortunately, you and your clothes pay the price.

Out of those surveyed, 31 percent said they had to leave clothes out of the wash because everything just wouldn't fit. Other findings include: »» More than one out of four Americans do not know how to properly maintain their washing machines. »» The majority (60 percent) of Americans have resorted to running their washer for six items of clothing or fewer at least once per month, with almost half running at least four lighter loads a week. »» Four out of five Americans believe washers, in general, can be improved, and many Americans do not trust their washing machine with their most prized clothing possessions.

If you recognize yourself in any of these statistics, here are some tips from lifehacker.com for making the most of your laundry efforts, saving you time and energy—and preserving your clothes—in the process: 1. Do laundry less often. Don’t fall into the habit of wearing something once, then tossing it in the hamper.

Unless you’ve spilled something on it, you should be able to get at least a couple of wears out of a top, and several wears out of a pair of jeans.

2. If you do get a stain, treat it right away. Letting it sit indefinitely before washing reduces the odds of that stain ever coming out. Scrub it right away with a store-bought stain solution, or use items you probably have in your pantry, such as lemon juice, club soda or hydrogen peroxide.

3. Read your clothing labels. Nothing shortens the lifespan of a favorite fashion item like washing it incorrectly. Read labels to determine the right water temperature, how long and at what temperature it should go in the dryer, or whether you should avoid the washer/dryer altogether and opt for dry cleaning.

4. Clean the machine. Cleaning your washing machine every few months is essential. Simply toss in a washing machine cleaning tablet, or run a cup of white vinegar through the system. This will keep your machine functioning and smelling its best.

5. Hang and fold clothes pronto. If your clean laundry is just going to end up in a jumbled pile, what’s the point? Spend a few minutes hanging and folding your laundry as soon as it comes out of the dryer.

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6 Ways to Keep Your Appliances & HVAC Running Strong

By Chip Smith, Sears Home Services

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fter a long summer season of your home appliances putting in overtime, it’s now time to make sure that everything is still working as it’s supposed to. Extreme heat, summer storms and power outages could have caused damage to appliances, in increased usage from the heat and humidity. All these factors can spell trouble, but only if you're not performing routine maintenance.

2. Clean and inspect your refrigerator's door gaskets.

A leaky door gasket, the rubber strip that runs alongside the door to form an airtight seal with the fridge, can result in your refrigerator trying to cool the entire kitchen rather than the food and drinks inside.

Here are six expert tips to keep your appliances and home running strong into the fall season.

3. Change the air filters in your HVAC system. Homeowners should regularly change their air filters, as dirty ones can lead to increased energy bills and damage systems. Experts recommend changing air filters every three months at minimum.

1. Clean your refrigerator's condenser coils. Condenser coils help the refrigerator stay cool by releasing heat from the compressor. Dirty coils result in the refrigerator having to work harder to cool, which can result in expensive cooling system repairs.

Clean the condenser coils at least twice a year, removing dirt, pet hair, food and more. If you have an older fridge, the coils might be painted black and mounted on the back. Newer refrigerators often have the condenser coils on the bottom.

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Clean the gasket with a mild cleaner and then check the seal integrity with a solution of soapy water.

4. Clear away debris and clean HVAC condenser coils.

Condenser coils release the heat from the AC unit to the outside. Dirty coils can reduce the unit's ability to cool your home, forcing you to run it longer and use more energy during the summer. Now is the time to clean those coils.

First, clear away debris and trim any overgrown grass or weeds near the AC unit. There is no rea-

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son to remove covers or fins from the air conditioner to clean the coils. Simply take a garden hose with a spray nozzle and wash the fins, (the outside of the AC unit) with regular water. Start with the top and work downward, washing away debris and blockage so the coils can release heat efficiently.

5. Clean the dryer lint trap and moisture sensors. Our expert technicians recommend you clean the dryer lint trap after every single load to ensure your machine is drying clothes as quickly as possible, which will save you time and energy. Periodically, use a dryer lint brush to dislodge and remove any lint that the screen didn’t catch and clean up with a vacuum. Every six months or so, remove and wash the lint screen to remove build up, especially if you use dryer sheets.

If the automatic cycle isn't fully drying your clothes, you should clean the moisture sensors with soap and water to remove the chemical residue left behind from dryer sheets. This residue can build up and trick the sensors into thinking your clothes are dry prematurely.

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6. Clean and inspect your gas grill. With outdoor entertaining season lasting well through Labor Day, now is a great time to make sure your gas grill is still working the way it should. Make sure the gas is off, check the manual for how to remove the burners, then brush out the grill's interior and burner ports with a wire brush designed for grills. Use cooking spray on the burners to prevent rust and tarnish and to keep food from sticking.

Before using your grill, you should also check for a tight seal and for leaks and cracks in the hose going to the propane tank or natural gas supply line.

Use soapy water to detect leaks. If bubbles start to form, there's a leak. If there's a leak, replace it, as this can be a fire hazard.

Chip Smith is the chief marketing officer of Sears Home Services, a national provider of appliance services. Sears Home Services, the House Expert for Homeowners, has more than 5,000 expert technicians who make nearly 7 million service calls annually.

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Traveling?

Safety Tips for Home & Family

BY BARBARA PRO NIN Whether it’s an impromptu road trip or a European vacation, travel is fun and exciting. But with cyber-crime on the rise and an empty home a target for thieves, traveling families should take extra precautions to keep themselves and their homes safe while away.

If you want to feel safe while you’re away, it’s probably smart to do several things before you turn the key in your lock. USA Today offers 10 safety tips worth reviewing.

STOP MAIL & NEWSPAPERS – There’s no bigger tipoff of an unoccupied home than newspapers piling up on the porch or mail overflowing the mailbox.

REMOVE THE SPARE KEY – If you hide a spare key, remove it from its hiding place. Too many thieves know just where to look.

ASK FOR ASSISTANCE – Bribe someone with homebaked cookies if you must, but ask someone you trust to drive by every day or two to check that all seems normal – perhaps even water your plants or bring in any advertising flyers left on the doorknob or in the driveway.

DON’T ANNOUNCE YOUR TRIP ON SOCIAL MEDIA – You may want your friends and family to know that you’re embarking on a trip, but you have no idea how many people you don’t know will be reading those messages as well.

PURCHASE A LIGHT SWITCH TIMER – Program it to turn a few lights on and off automatically throughout each 24-hour period.

CHECK THE CURTAINS – If you normally leave them open during the day, don’t close them. Drapes and curtains uncharacteristically closed for days or weeks can be another tip-off to thieves.

LEAVE AN ITINERARY – Provide someone with your mobile number and itinerary, including hotels, so you can be reached if necessary. Check in with this person every few days, especially if your itinerary changes.

SCAN YOUR PASSPORT – If traveling out of the country, scan a copy of your passport, email it to yourself and take a photo of it to save on your cell phone. You’ll have it if the original is lost or stolen, and getting a replacement will be easier.

PACK/REPLENISH YOUR EMERGENCY CAR KIT – If on the road, include a first-aid kit, blankets, some non-perishable food, a flashlight, and bottled water.

DON’T FLASH CASH - Keep your cash separated, with some spending money accessible but the rest hidden, so you don’t expose a wad of cash every time you pay.

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