The Colony Leader (The Colony, Tex.), Vol. 13, No. 47, Ed. 1 Wednesday, November 9, 1994 Page: 16 of 42
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Page 2B — The Colony Leader — Wednesday, November 9, 1994
All homes need some repair work, say experts
j Most real estate agents buyer’s pre-purhase home great deal of time and quently reported problems, ance. tions objective, and re
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: mand a higher price, than home inspectors, the Amer- cally appear on home in- AS HI, are exam ples of impression Pnoant first inthiss tieldicnecsil not
one that eeds a great deal of ican Society of Home In- spection reports. In a recent maintenance investments home sellers shouldreese to so?cft reoair work-in:
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„ ems early not only makes sign. The person best qual- sufficient electrical service shrubs which touch or over- "installing smoke detec- the oldest and most re-
the property more attractive ified to do this is experi- to the house, inadequate hang the house; tors on each level; spected home inspection
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tors of SHI, a home buyer’s ps rem % a not . • cleaning gutters of de- anc| exterior outlets; velop the industry’s Stan-
primary concern is the con- O th a bris and leaves; repairing or • keeping flammable pro- dards Practice, and estab-
dition of the home’s basic 00.590 canty Am C a replacing cracked or broken ducts away from heaters, lish a strict Code Ethics for
structure and major electric- node P gutters, downspouts, and water heaters and fire- consumer protection.
al and mechanical systems, extensions to ensure proper places. For a free brochure about
Most buyers, particularly Roof damage, and drainage; . When selecting a home home inspections, and a list
when there’s a large selec- mechanical problems with ■ replacing bathroom inspector for this pre-sale of ASHI member in your
tion of homes to choose the heating and air con- caulk or grouting where evaluation, it is important to area, write to: ASHI at 85
from, consider only those ditioning systems, were the necessary to prevent seep- look for someone with the West Algonquin Road,
homes which don’t require a third and fourth most fre- age and improve appear- right professional qualifica- Arlington Height IL 60005.
CALL
ME
Nancy Marcum
TO BUY OR
SELL!
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Safety, security begins in your home with improvement projects
GOLDEN CORRIDOR 625-1122
Pauline Otey,
Realtor
625-2525
If You Are
Planning To
Sell Your Home
This Year,
: Call Me For A Free
: Market Evaluation
NORTHSTAR REALTORS
Non-Qualifying
2-Living areas
Payments
$697°° Call
370-HOME
(4663)
Carma Barker
Realtor
Now may be the perfect work, take a few minutes to can actually add to your ■ Leave No Window Of on all four sides. Consider
time to tackle those little make some improvements safety and security. Opportunity: Make certain installing timers with a
home improvement projects that not only enhance your AT&T Security Systems is all screens and storm win- photoelectric eye on lights in
you’ve put off. While you home’s appearance — but offering the following tips to dows lock on the inside. On several rooms to give the im-
help protect your home. the first floor consider install- pression someone is home.
See Clearly: Make cer- ing window locks that re* • Lock It Up: Measure to
tain all hedges are trimmed qu 6 a Key see if windows are located
so porches, windows and ■ Consider A Security within 40 inches of any door,
doors can be seen from the System: You may want to If so, secure the door with a
street. It’s easier for burglars consider installing one as an double cylinder deadbolt
to slip into your home un- added safety measure, lock. If your door doesn’t
noticed when shrubbery Some home systems pro- have a window, a wide angle
conceals entry points. vide fire and medical alert fe- peep hole or intercom
Consider The Criminal atures, in addition to safe- should be installed.
Mind: Take a good look guarding against break-ins. ■ Engage Your Child: Re-
around for areas that may be ■ Let There Be Light: mind children to keep doors
an easy target for a break-in. Check that all outside lights closed and locked at all
Add locks, window bars and are working. Install addition- times, especially the garage
nails to reinforce any vulner- al fixtures to ensure that your door.. If you have a home
able areas. home is adequately lighted security system, teach your
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■ Behind Closed Doors:
Teach children never to
open the door to strangers,
even when an adult is home.
If your children’s friends
often come to play, teach
them a secret doorbell ring
or knock to announce their
visit.
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LOW DOWN PAYMENT
FHA
VA
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(To Answer Your Questions)
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Tim & Leslie Grubbs
1993 Centurion Award Winner
Top Agent In A 7 State District
MASTERPIECE OF THE 1930’s
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condition! Large living room and fireplace, patio and
much, much more! A steal at $69,900. Bond money
available if you hurry!
• RARE OPPORTUNITY
to buy a delightful today home for only $56,500. Home
includes 3 nice bedrooms, 2 full baths, new carpeted
and fresh paint in & out! $56,500.
an
625-9742
Hidden among 51 wooded and rolling acres is#
, magnificent 9,500 sq. ft. Mediterranean Villa, incredible 1E
#. wood in home, tall ceilings, 5 bedrooms, (of which 3 are E
J suites) 3 full plus 3 half baths, massive formals,
additional living areas. Majestic entry with winding I
istaircase, elevator to 2nd story, porte-cochere plus 5 car
: | garage, maids area, landscaping. Reduced to $650,000 for:
: quick sale. Century 21 Town & Country Realty, Inc. Ask E
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i______Now You Do Have A Choice._______
Pacesetters, REALTORS
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List your home and
pay i
Only 4/% Commission, i
Quit paying those high 1
commissions for the same J
service you can get for less. ।
Corky
Bennett
Mother
&
Daughter
Team
kelly.
Gholston
Philip
Romo
Stephen Cynthia
Romo Reyes
John
Romo
Henry
Steele
Dave
Romo
WANT IT SOLD? CALL ROMO REALTY CORP!
5809 Madison FANTASTIC SALSBOURGH! 8406 Gladwood DALLAS. 4/2/2 with gunite diving
REDUCED! 4/2.5/2 in Northpointe, this one has all the swimming pool, ceramic tile floors replaced carpet, 8
bells & whistles! Upgraded the front door, carpet, cabi- wood fence, ceiling fans, oversized bedroom over dou-
nets, Toro Sprinkler sys. front & back, Zoysia grass, & ble garage with balcony, painted, & more.
even a security system y 5209 Reed ROOM TO ROAM! 4/2/2 located across the
two SIDES street from park, neat as a pin! Approximately 2100 sq.
6056-6058 Dooley TWO SIDES DUPLEX, each side ft. per builder, wood fence, and more! $87,000.
has 3 bedrooms, and one bathroom, split bedrooms, 4601 chapman 3/2/0 DUPLEX on large corner lot, 1
utility room, storage closet and $79,950. year Texas Home Warranty being offered, wood fence,
309 Perkins Rd. Krugerville Tx, FIVE BEDROOMS! 3 $46,500.
baths, on corner lot with lots of trees, located in nice 4529 Nervin REDUCED! $59,500 3/2/1 home in
neighborhood. $95,000. Lakeway Estates! On nice sized yard, heatpump, fire-
6 Walden Ct. ONE OWNER BEAUTY! 4/2/2 on huge place, insulated windows, metal garage door, 2 FULL
cul-de-sac lot! Superb condition! 2 living/2 dining, split baths, nice sized kitchen with bay windows.
bdrm, huge island kit, sep tub & shower in mstr, WBFP, 1325 Marblehead. Lewisville 3/2/2 WELL KEPT!
cfans, & fresh pint inside, security sys, & more! Recent updated include” carpet/vinyl, roof, waterheater,
6005 DUNN NO-QUALIFY! LOW PAYMENT! 3/1/1 GDO parkay entry, attached storage shed, wood fence,
BEAUTY! updated carpet, updated range/dishwasher, 21 a Tucci 4/210 NON.
painted inside & out, remodeled baths installed wood LOW
fence with metal posts, extended patio. $59,950. PAYMENT! 560,950. Low equi 1 y. low
4809 Crawford REDUCED! $76,500, gorgeous home!
3/2/2, updated kitchen cabinets, tiled counfertops/back- ANTA DENSING
splash, replaced vinyls, wallpaper, light fixtures, and CONTRACTS PENDING
freshly painted inside and outside.
.5021 Avery IMMACULATE! 3/2/2 inside & out, updat- 4020 North Colony Blvd
ed carpet, vinyls, appliances, replaced garage door, 4349 Newton
ceramic kitchen countertops, remodeled both bath- 1207 W Alan Carrollton
rooms, on tree lined street, & close to schools. E061 Bartlett'
4649 Archer 3/2/2 LARAMIE, only 5 years old, LOW _ damanir
EQUITY, must Qualify to assume, affordable payment, 5105 Metnrington
low interest rate, wood fence, needs tender loving care, 2723 Toddville Dallas
$95,950.
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6805 Main at No. Colony
SE HABLA ESPANOL
Authorized HUD/VA
Broker
: Sam Romo COE OCHA
r 29 yrs. experience 0/OZOUU K
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Charles A. Eicke - Realtor
gi Preferred
‘ Real Estate
Call Charles A. Eicke
at
(214) 233-2447 or
(214) 984-3102
Expires Dec. 20,1994
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For all of your real
estate needs.
Call: Corky Bennett
625-5898
Kelly Gholston
625-5899
Century
Golden Corridor
Rates Effective
Thursday
Nov. 3, 1994
Quick Quotes
Mortgage Rate SURVEY
7
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Interest rates quoted above points. Points include origination & discount fee. Rates subject to change.
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FIXEDRATE ADJUSTABLES
Conventional Jumbo 1 YR. 5 YR. 7 YR.
30 YR.
9
1
8.5
2
9.125
1.875
9.125
1.5
8.875
2.75
9.25
0
9.25
0
8.375
Call
9.125
1
9.125
1
9
1
9
1
8.75
2.75
9.125
1
8.375
Call
15 YR.
8.5
1
7.875
2
8.75
1.375
8.75
1
8.625
1
8.875
0
8.75
0
7.875
Call
8.625
1
8.625
1
8.375
1
8.75
1
8.625
1
8.625
1
7.875
Call
30 YR.
9.125
1
8.625
2
9.375
1
9.25
1
9.625
0
9.375
0
9.5
0
8.75
Call
9.25
1
9.25
1
9.25
1
9.125
1
9
2
9.25
1
8.625
Call
30 YR.
5.875
1
4.75
2
6.25
1
6.25
1.25
5.25
1
6.875
0
6.25
1
5.25
1.5
3.625
COFI
5.5
1
6.375
1
6
1
7.25
1.5‘
5.5
1
6
Call
30 YR.
8
1
7.125
2
8.375
1.375
8.5
1
7.875
1
9
0
Call
7.5
2.75
8.25
1
8
1
Call
8
1
7.875
2
8
1
8
Call
30 YR.
8.25
1
7.625
2
8.75
1
9
1_____
8.375
1_____
8.875
0
Call
7.875
3
8.375
1
8.25
1
Call
8.5
1
8.125
2
8.25
1
7.875
Call
LOCK
Period
DAYS
30
45
45
30
45
45
30
30
30
30
30
30
30
30
30
Goverment, ARM’s & Variations
No cost loans available. 10 day closings.
Avail, weekends. Call nowl
Conf/Jumbo 3/1 ARM, 6.5 + 2.
24 Hour Rate Line.... 1-800-689-9562.
1 Day Mortgage....Call for details.
No Neg. Amort. COFI ARM, 6%.
Extendend locks avail. No income avail.
ONE TIME CONSTRUCTION CLOSINGS
: AVAILABLE
FHA 30 Yr. 9.5 + 1. Call us about our
“Lock ‘nShop" and instant home loan approval.
PROBLEM CREDIT. VA up to $203K.
HUD 97% LTV. FHA/VA APPROVED.
WE WILL SHOP TO FIND YOUR BEST RATE.
40 Yr. Amortization avail. 95% Condo Loans.
Pre qualifying available.
Fast closings.
80% no income qualifying.
Escrows not always required.
Bankruptcy, Credit Problems, Forclosures,
O.K.....Call for details.
Ranch Land and Rural Programs Available.
90% LOANS, WAIVE ESCROWS.
‘Caps 1 & 4%.
No or Low cost closing programs. 97% purchases.
FHA 30 Yr. 9 +Call. FHA 1 Yr. ARM 6.5 + Call.
Available 9-9 7 days a week.
National Mortgage Research Co. (2 14)386-NMRC. This is not an advertisement for credit as defined by paragraph 226.24 of Regulation Z © NMRC 1994.
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Watterson, Tim. The Colony Leader (The Colony, Tex.), Vol. 13, No. 47, Ed. 1 Wednesday, November 9, 1994, newspaper, November 9, 1994; The Colony, Texas. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1677444/m1/16/?rotate=90: accessed July 16, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu.; crediting The Colony Public Library.