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best price in neighborhood!This is the best priced house in this neighborhood. Rare ranch, motivated seller – MUST SEE! MUST SELL! IT’S BEAUTIFUL!chArMin Long [email protected]

40+ beAutifuL Acres!Very secluded 40+ acres. Half is wooded with stream on back, fruit trees have been planted. Perfect to build your dream home!cAroL Keith 816-699-1096

grAin vALLey 1.5 storyBeautiful custom built on 3+ acres! Gourmet ktchn w/5 burner cook top, warming drwr, stainless steel appl, solid survace cntrtps, wlk-in pantry, lrg kit isle and more. Mstr ste has 17’x12’ closet w/blt-in vanity & drsr, dbl shwr & 2 person air jet tub.

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historic hoMe under $200KExtensive work thru-out in last 4 years, in Lexington, MO. Home includes stained glass, ornate woodwoork, pocket doors and more!steve [email protected]

stiLL LooKing At this rAnch?Then you’re in luck! Just reduced $7,100 PLUS seller offering $5,000 incentive. Call for a showing today! GO WITH LINDA TODAY!!LindA stevinson816-589-7039

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MArKet!Beautiful Atrium split, located in Stonebridge subdivision, this home is a real

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Tips to help avoid being sunk by a sinkBy Erika EnigkGateHouse News Service

The kitchen sink should be one of the cleanest areas of the home, but with water and food particles

constantly swirling through and around it, it can be one of the dirtiest.

Linda Cobb, a cleaning expert and au-thor best known as the Queen of Clean, shared these tips for keeping the kitchen sink looking and working well.

ThE sinkThoroughly clean and sanitize once a

week, Cobb said. Sanitize immediately af-ter a meat blood spill. Use hot water and dish soap or mix 1 quart of warm water with 3 teaspoons of chlorine bleach.

“If you are using a disinfectant, remem-ber it must sit on the surface for five to 10 minutes, and then it must be rinsed off,” she said. “Do not spray and wipe.”

For stains in the sink, Bar Keeper’s Friend, a mild pumice cleanser, will clean without leaving scratches in the surface.

ThE drain and disposalFood particles that stick around in the

drain and garbage disposal can not only clog the sink but make the whole kitchen smell like rotten food.

Keeping things clean and fresh isn’t dif-ficult, Cobb said. Once a week, put half a cup of baking soda over the opening and add half a cup of white vinegar. Let it sit for 30 minutes, then flush with cool water.

For the garbage disposal, the trick is to always run plenty of cold water into it while you’re using it and after it is done.

“Throw some ice cubes and citrus peel in it every so often to keep it clean and free flowing and smelling good,” she said. “You can also put the stopper in the disposal and put three inches of water in the sink. Add a handful of baking soda, turn on the dis-posal, and immediately pull the plug.”

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Irealize it’s a sign I’m getting very close to turning 50, but one of my favorite things to do in the winter months is

bird watching. Dad’s passion for taking care of birds must have rubbed off because I’m already cleaning out the birdhouses for the winter cold weather.

From blue jays to cardinals, we are fortu-nate to have a variety of feathered friends who depend on us to give them shelter and food. read about winter bird care on page 9.

After last winter’s harsh weather, my boy-friend decided not to take any chances this year of losing power. Living in the country, it seems we’re the first to lose power and the last to get it turned back on.

Being an electrician, he has the upper hand on installing an elaborate emer-gency lights system, and with the use of a generator we will be able to run the refrig-erator, the blower on the fireplace and, of course, his flat screen TV. Generators can be a lifesaver but they can also be deadly if not used with precaution and care. read

more about generators on page 17.Although hardware stores sell fancy

gutter guards to protect from leaves and debris, many of us are still cleaning out the old fashioned way. There’s nothing a ladder and a scoop can’t resolve when it comes to gutters. It’s amazing how much can accumulate even after the massive amounts of rain we seemed to have had this summer. It’s important to start the win-ter months with clean and sturdy gutters before the snow comes and weighs them down even more. regardless, it’s impor-tant to be safe when it’s time to clean so please check out the list of safety precau-tions on page 5.

earlier in the year I ran several articles about the effort to get the issue of double taxation on real estate onto the November ballot. With more than enough signatures from registered voters, the petition to have the double taxation prevention on the bal-lot was accomplished. The push is in full mode to help educate the public to under-stand that a yes vote means no to double

taxation. To learn more about this impor-tant issue for all of us, read the article on page 7 and visit www.yestosavehomes.com.

With the beginning of the fall months my focus turns from the garden chores to decorating for my favorite time of the year. From my grapevine wreath tree to bring-ing in cattails, it’s fun to bring the outdoors in.

Maureen Gilmer, on page 8, has a great tip for collecting seeds as the summer months come to an end. read about this fun way to collect free seeds, as well as a great money saving method.

If you’re looking for energy and money saving ideas the U.S. Department of en-ergy estimates that you can save 50 to 80 percent on your water heating bill by using the new innovative idea on page 8. read for yourself and go green.

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FEATURE HOME OF THE WEEK3816 S. COACHMAN COURTINDEPENDENCE• 4 Bedroom • 2 1⁄2 Bath• Finished Basement • 1 1⁄2 Story• Fireplace • Patio/Deck

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Two of my clients had a large open kitchen where they most often found themselves entertaining both clients

and friends. But the kitchen was badly out-dated and needed a face-lift to project the right kind of professional image yet still be comfortable enough for casual dinners.

Space was not a concern. A separate eat-ing area large enough to house a family-sized table was open to a spacious working area with plenty of counter space. A small island in the middle provided extra prep room. But the aesthetics hadn’t been up-dated in years: boring beige countertops, an outdated California ceiling fixture and busy flowered wallpaper.

The first thing to go was the wallpaper, which, with its small, busy pattern, was overwhelming. I repainted the walls a but-tery cream color, which provided a serene base from which to work and highlighted the wood cupboards, tying them into the new color scheme.

Many people don’t think of black when renovating a kitchen. Used properly, how-ever, it can provide a great anchor in a large room and bring a sense of sophistication and style to any space.

The countertops were the first place I brought in black, and the change was imme-diate. To set off the newly contemporary feel, I created a backsplash out of inexpensive

aluminum panels. The look was the same as if I had used stainless steel, but the cost was less than half. The panels were joined together with stylish chrome grommets in a linear pattern at each seam.

The California lighting fixture cast a harsh, unflattering fluorescent light. I took it down and installed recessed halogen lights strate-gically throughout the work area. The effect is a bright, down-to-business feeling during the day and a moody party sense at night.

The center-island countertop was replaced with a black countertop that extended a few feet beyond the original size. This allowed a breakfast bar with stools to be put in at the end.

I paid special attention to the large dining table and area. I anchored the eating area with a stunning black and burnt cream area rug, which one would think too formal for a kitchen, but it works beautifully. I kept their old dining table and chairs and repainted just the spindles and arms black to tie them in with the other black accents in the space.

What really gave this kitchen its personal-ity and panache was the use of black in the color scheme. Don’t be afraid to try it in a room in your home, but be sure to use it wisely and sparingly. A sophisticated and stylish space is the goal — not Dracula’s castle.

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Leaves and snow that build up on your roof and in your gutters can cause lots of problems if they’re not cleared

away. Too much snow can lead to cave-ins, and

ice dams can damage the roof and interior of your home. Leaves that build up in the gutters put you at risk for water damage, as rain has nowhere to run off to and can leak into the roof and walls.

Unfortunately, leaf and snow removal is no easy task and can be dangerous if it’s not done correctly. If you’re looking to clear your roof and gutters yourself, here are five things to keep in mind:

1. WEar ThE righT gEar. Make sure you wear safety gloves, as gutters can have sharp edges. Wear safety glasses or goggles and sturdy, non-slip shoes. Don’t work if it’s raining, snowing or excessively windy.

2. usE ThE righT EquipMEnT. Using a regular snow shovel to remove snow from your roof may cause more harm in the long

run, as you could end up causing significant shingle damage. You can also damage gut-ters as you’re trying to rid them of snow and ice. Snow-removal rakes or gutter tools are specially designed to prevent damage.

3. MakE surE your laddEr is safE. Before going up a ladder, inspect it for any cracks or broken joints. place it on a flat, even surface where it’s unlikely to tip. Secure tall ladders with a fastener so they don’t move around as much. And always face the ladder when ascending or descend-ing.

4. ConsidEr laddEr alTErna-TivEs. Many snow and leaf removal tools have extra-long poles so you can stay safely on the ground while you work. just make sure you stay a safe distance from your house so falling snow or debris doesn’t land on you.

5. Call a profEssional if nEEd-Ed. Consider calling a pro if your home is more than one story high, if you’re not com-fortable being on a ladder, or if you have persistent problems with leaf and snow buildup.

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In a court victory for the rights of voters, Missourians will have an opportunity this fall to Vote “YeS” to Stop Double

Taxation. Cole County Circuit judge paul Wilson

ruled Tuesday that the proposed state con-stitutional amendment barring transfer tax-es on real estate received enough petition signatures from registered voters to appear on the Nov. 2 ballot.

“There is no dispute that enough regis-tered voters signed the initiative. The Vote ‘YeS’ To Stop Double Taxation Committee showed conclusively in court that thou-sands of valid voter signatures were incor-rectly thrown out by election authorities. We stood up for the rights of these voters to be counted, and the court has supported

the rights of voters to be counted,” said at-torney Chuck Hatfield, who represented the campaign committee during several days of hearings.

The Vote “YeS” To Stop Double Taxation Committee submit-ted tens of thou-sands of voter sig-natures on petitions to place the amend-ment on the ballot. However, the Missouri Secretary of State’s Office announced its conclusion that the proposal did not receive enough signatures of regis-tered voters to qualify for the ballot.

Missourians will have the opportunity to vote “yEs” to prevent double taxation

The committee’s own analysis showed validation rates around 80 percent across six of the nine congressional districts where signatures were gathered, and in some counties better than 90 percent.

The committee also showed in court that thousands of valid voter signatures were thrown out by election authorities for an array of questionable reasons during their reviews of the petitions.

The court vic-tory means the Vote “YeS” To Stop Double Taxation Committee will move ahead with a strong educational campaign for Mis-sourians about the unfairness of trans-fer taxes.

Transfer taxes on home sales are dou-

ble taxation because Missourians already pay annual property taxes on real estate, often over many decades of ownership.

Missouri is among just 13 states that do not impose a transfer tax on real estate sales, including all of Missouri’s neighbor-ing states.

As state, county and city revenues de-cline, politicians are tempted to impose new transfer taxes - just as Missouri citi-zens are struggling to make it.

The proposed state constitutional amendment’s language is straightforward and simple: “Shall the Missouri Constitu-tion be amended to prevent the state, coun-ties, and other political subdivisions from imposing any new tax, including a sales tax, on the sale or transfer of homes or any other real estate?”

The proposed amendment is sponsored by the 21,000-member Missouri Associa-tion of reALTOrS(r), which wants to keep Missourians from being saddled with un-fair double taxation that can destroy the American dream of home ownership.

Learn more about the amendment at www.YesToSaveHomes.com

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Not everyone who relocates has the luxury of doing it when school is out and the yard looks beautiful. If

you’re selling your house and/or buying a new one, outside peak season, you might have to work a little harder and think cre-atively.

Anyone who has bought or sold a home has heard the standard advice: Find a good agent, be aware of local home values, fix up the house you’re selling and research school districts and crime rates where you’re buying.

“It’s all good advice, but it’s not always enough,” says rich Novak, assistant vice president of Home Solutions, with USAA, a full-service financial services provider serv-ing military personnel and their families. “Families who need to move quickly during a tough real estate market may need to go the extra mile to close a sale.”

Keep these five themes in mind from the moment you start planning your next move:

1. dig dEEpEr: You probably already know to use neighboring home values as a comparison point for selling or buying. But in today’s market, some additional homework can pay off. If you need to sell quickly, for example, keep a close eye on what other houses are selling for in your neighborhood and stay ahead of the mar-ket by pricing yours lower. In the wake of the bursting real estate bubble, it’s also

important to have a heightened awareness of foreclosures, both where you’re sell-ing and buying. As unfair as it seems, any foreclosures on your street can put a dent in your home’s market value. And if fore-closures are still prevalent in the neighbor-hood you’re moving to, it could be a warn-ing sign that values could continue to drop after you buy.

2. BE involvEd: just because you’re working with a realtor doesn’t mean you can’t do some of your own legwork.

The first 10 days on the market are the most critical to selling a home because new listings tend to get the most attention from buyers. Anything a seller can do to get their home ready to sell before putting it on the market would be helpful, including de-cluttering, cleaning, painting if needed and making the home look spacious and bright

3. aCCEpT a hElping hand: Take advantage of a wide range of services, be-yond your local realtor’s, that could help you streamline the buying and selling process. Some cost money, such as home “staging” services that can help whip your house into selling shape. Others are free, such as relocation benefits offered by some employers, or the military’s Homeowners Assistance program.

4. gET CrEaTivE: Sometimes it takes out-of-the-box ideas to seal a deal. If you know that a potential buyer is wavering on whether to make an offer on your house,

buck convention by making a “reverse of-fer,” where you try to win the sale with an attractive price. Sellers might also sweeten the pot with extra incentives. Money toward closing costs or prepaid homeowner’s dues are common buyer incentives, but why not set yourself apart by offering a free trip to a beach resort?

If you’re the one buying but can’t find the perfect house, ask your agent to look up houses that were recently taken off the market. You might be able to request a “one-time showing” and get a bargain

price on a house the owners thought they couldn’t sell.

5. rEMain flExiBlE: According to the experts, buyers and sellers should keep their pride in check and be willing to make some concessions, especially in a tough market. That means not haggling over mi-nor repairs or refusing to leave behind the chandelier your potential buyer loves. Fac-tor in the cost of keeping up your home for several more months versus just accepting a lower selling price today.

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Time to begin seed savingMy breath mints of choice are Al-

toids because I’m a small-budget gardener. The size and shape of

these small, tin boxes are perfect for stor-ing seeds.

Because these are metal tins, they do not easily crush or soften with moisture like cardboard. They don’t become soft or brittle with time like plastic. The tin lid snaps shut with an audible click so I know it’s sealed. All this is so important because I’ve lost thou-sands of improperly stored seeds due to moisture and dehydration.

Altoid tins are about the size of a large pack of gum, flat on the top and bottom, and rectangular in shape. This allows them to be stacked efficiently inside a drawer without tipping over. I can get more Altoid boxes in less space than I can plastic prescription medicine bottles, and I don’t have to wrestle with childproof lids.

Late summer begins the time for saving seeds. In tough economic times, your abil-ity to find and collect seeds is the best way to grow plants for free. Come winter, seeds also make fine “green” gifts to friends and family. Use paint and decoupage for really

cute boxes that offer homemade solutions to holiday shopping. What makes seeds so appealing is the fact that each one of them, from tiny poppy specks to giant pine nuts, contains the spark of life. The miracle is that each one may grow into something as large as a towering oak or as small as a wildflow-er.

Timing your seed-gathering is important. The longer a seed sits in the open environ-ment, the more chance it may die. Heat, cold, wet, birds, foot traffic and even im-mediate sprouting can all damage the fu-ture of a seed. Therefore, it’s vital to collect seeds just as soon as they’re released from plants.

Seeds can be collected from your own plants, those of your neighbors or trees, shrubs, vines and perennials that grow around town. One of the best reasons to walk or run for exercise is to become more familiar with what’s growing in your neigh-borhood. Many very fine old plants over-hang or abut alleys, streets, sidewalks and parkways, shedding their seeds into the public domain for you to gather. You can also ask the homeowner to gather seeds on

the property.After a plant blooms, keep an eye on the

developing pods or seed clusters. When they start to fly or fall to the ground, then the seed is mature for gathering. Don’t pick it prematurely and expect the pods to ripen elsewhere.

This time of year I carry a small plastic bag in my purse or pocket to take advan-tage of unexpected seed bonanzas when I find them. Don’t be picky — just load the seeds and litter into the bag so collection is quick and easy, particularly when done on the sly. At home I pour out the contents onto a large tray or plate, then pick out

seedpods and bits of litter.There may be lots of small stuff mixed in

with the seeds that’s impossible to separate by hand. Ancient people discovered how to winnow this material to separate seed from the chaff using the wind. Log on to YouTube and search “winnowing seed” to see peo-ple demonstrate how to clean seeds quickly and easily using this age-old method.

Gathering seeds is not only economi-cal, it’s an excellent education for the kids. When bored to death by summer’s end, put them to work and gather your free Christ-mas gifts. Then have fun decorating your tins for the holidays.

Old Man Winter brings a variety of gifts for us each year - cold winds, snow and, of course, higher ener-

gy bills. You can’t control the cold and the snow, but you do have a little control over how much energy you will use this winter.

With today’s technological advances, it has never been easier to lessen your impact on the power grid and reduce your heating bills. An energy audit is a good place to start to find out areas where heat is escap-ing from your home. After you’ve identified those areas, you may also want to think about outfitting your home with devices or systems that will make it more energy ef-ficient.

Here are five recent innovations that can help you conserve energy this winter:

n freewatt home energy system. This eco-friendly heating system features micro-

CHp technology that is integrated with a high-efficiency natu-ral gas or propane furnace or boiler and generates both heat and electricity for your home. Such a system has the potential to generate half of a typical home’s annual electrical needs, ac-cording to eCr, makers of the freewatt and freewatt plus home energy systems. Addi-tionally, a water heater may be added to the system to produce even more electricity. If your state and utility company have net metering programs, you can also sell back additional electricity generated by your system to be used elsewhere. The freewatt plus system also acts as a back-up genera-tor should your home lose power.

n rooftop so-lar water heaters. Why pay for energy to heat water when the sun will do it for you at no cost? While a solar water heater may cost more up

front, the U.S. Department of energy esti-mates that you can save 50 to 80 percent on your water heating bill. It’s possible that you may also be able to receive a tax de-duction if you roll the cost of the heater into your mortgage. If you are interested, it may also be wise to check with the Department of energy or retailers to see if there are any other tax benefits available for any efficien-cy upgrade you are thinking about making.

n solar light tubes. Adding these to your house can add fresh and natural light

to a space that might otherwise need elec-tric light, thus reducing the electricity you’ll use. These can be added during construc-tion or installed at a later date.

n radiant barriers. This strategy, using reflective barriers, often in the attic, can re-duce the amount of heat that is lost through the roof of your home. It also can reduce the amount of heat coming in from the attic in the warmer months.

n Enery-efficient windows. If you de-termine you are losing a lot of heat through your windows, it might make good financial sense to replace them with more energy-ef-ficient ones. It might be helpful to work with your energy auditor or window company to determine the best option, as it can often be dependent on what kind of windows you have and where they are located.

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Many birds migrate to warmer weather when it gets cold out-side.

But for the non-migratory birds that stick around, it’s more difficult to find food and shelter when the temperature dips.

If you enjoy bird watching and want to help out your feathered friends this winter, head to your local bird supply store for help in picking out the right products.

Wild Birds Unlimited is one bird supply shop with locations around the country. It has several tips on its website, www.wbu.com, for creating ideal food and shelter for birds. Here are just a few examples from the website:

n Birds will benefit from covered shelter. just like you, birds will want pro-tection from the elements. In addition, they need to be protected from predators. Look to buy roosting boxes, or establish land-scaping that will provide shelter for birds.

n Birds’ dietary needs change in the winter. Food is scarce and may be hidden

by ice and snow, and birds work harder to keep up their body temperature. Higher fat and caloric food like suet (animal fat), pea-nuts or oil sunflower seeds will help supple-ment a bird’s diet.

n location, location, location. Keep feeders out of the wind, such as on the east or southeast side of your house, and ideally near a row of trees for more protec-tion. Make sure the area isn’t too open - you want the birds to be protected from snow and rain - but it shouldn’t be so enclosed that birds won’t be able to see dangers around them.

n Enclosed bird feeders will benefit you and the birds. Look for hopper feed-ers instead of tray feeders for the winter; seed won’t be as affected by the cold, wet weather with these styles. In addition, you won’t have to go outside in the cold as often to change the food.

n Make sure birds have a source of water. regular birdbaths should be cov-ered up in the winter to keep water and ice out. But you can buy birdbath heaters to keep water warm for birds. just make sure you clean birdbaths regularly.

Creating a safe haven for feathered friends this winter

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Rosewood Hills

Dalton’s RiDge Debuts new homes

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Newly developed subdivision, Dal-ton’s ridge in Lee’s Summit, will hold an open house On Tuesday,

September 14 from 11 a.m. to 4 .m. for agents and the public to tour eight model homes built by premiere builders randy Sallee and johnnie Adams

“Both builders have a great reputation for building homes with quality craftsmanship and attention to detail,” Holly Wright-Bond said as the exclusive marketing agent for Dalton’s ridge.

Holly, part of The rob ellerman Team of reece and Nichols is excited to introduce this new community as it offers unique and prestigious homes ranging from the $280’s to $360’s and is surrounded by the natural terrain of the land which provides privacy and a true feeling of living in a community within the community.

Houses and lots range in size from 10,000 square feet to half an acre and all share natural common areas as well as the sanc-tioned park that backs up to many of the home sites.

As a pristine neighborhood with conve-nient access to the highway, Dalton’s ridge has become a very desirable place to be.

“randy and johnnie have taken extra ef-forts to protect and preserve the natural ter-rain of the land,” Holly said. “Between the winding, wooded streets and open floor

plans, it’s truly a peaceful, beautiful place to be.”

johnnie Adams has built a reputation of building uncommon homes with upgrades that he considers to be part of his standard package.

With innovative floor plans, all include su-perb cabinetry and trim packages and pro-vide homeowners with ample floor space and the feeling of elegance.

randy Sallee, owner and president of Sal-lee Homes has more than 20 years of expe-rience and has won the prestigious pick of the parade and Distinctive plan and Design Awards from the Kansas City Home Build-ers Association for his homes that are built with superior craftsmanship and quality.

Working with local builders and develop-ers, The rob ellerman Team offer clients an opportunity to list their house for six months and engage in a contract with a builder to have a home custom built.

The Guaranteed Buy program allows the builder and client to begin the process of building their dream home without the wor-ries that their current home may not sell be-fore the job is complete. The pressure is off because if it doesn’t sell prior to completion of their new home, they know the builder will buy their current home.

Sales success for The rob ellerman Team can also be contributed to their Trade Up program in which the builder buys the ex-isting home so that the buyer can purchase one of the current field model homes.

For more information on Dalton’s Ridge visit www.daltons-ridge.com or the

www.therobellermanteam.com. Holly can be contacted at 816-536-1736 and is at Dalton’s Ridge

sales office every day from noon to 6 p.m.

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This & That

hoME-sElling TipBefore an open house, turn on every light

you can, including appliance and closet lights. If you have particularly dark rooms with few windows, place spotlights on the floor behind furniture.

hoW To fix a loosE ToilET handlEremove your toilet’s tank cover and clean

the mounting nut -- on the inside behind the handle — so the handle operates smoothly.

If there is a buildup of lime around the mounting nut, clean it with a brush dipped

in vinegar.Check the chain that connects the lift arm

to the flapper valve. There should be about half an inch of slack in the chain. You can adjust the slack by hooking the chain in a different hole in the handle or by removing links with needle-nose pliers. If the chain is broken, you must replace it.

did you knoW?The national median price of an existing

single-family home stood at $176,900 in the second quarter of 2010, up 1.5 percent from a median price of $174,200 in the same pe-riod of 2009, according to the National As-sociation of realtors.

WindoW proJECTs MosT popular grEEn upgradE

Tax credits aren’t enough to spur hom-eowners to make their homes more energy-efficient.

In a survey released Aug. 10, 59 percent of U.S. homeowners said that they consid-ered green alternatives for their home-im-provement projects in the second quarter of 2010. Homeowners cited window energy-ef-ficiency as being their leading green home-improvement project.

But only 19 percent of homeowners said that they were motivated to conduct home-improvement projects because of tax cred-its.

BEWarE guTTEr ripoffsA 30-year-old man from Chatham-Kent,

Ontario, Canada, swindled $1,800 from a 90-year-old woman by posing as a gutter-guard installer, according to The Chatham Daily News. police say the perpetrator used the ruse to enter the victim’s residence, steal her debit card and trick her into giving up her pIN.

Gutter-related issues are far from rare. In 2009, the U.S. Better Business Bureau re-ceived 776 complaints against companies or individuals in the gutters/downspouts business.

That was down from 928 complaints in 2008. plus “the number of complaints which were unpursuable (meaning the BBB couldn’t track the company down or the company went out of business) was 9.5 per-cent, considerably higher than the 3.4-per-cent average across all industries,” says BBB spokeswoman Alison Southwick.

– from GateHouse News Service

find more tips and information on our web site athomes.examiner.net

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home plan a blend of

traditional, present style

The jamison blends traditional and present-day styling in a plan that is at once elegant and informal. Tra-

ditional elements include a covered porch, arched windows, and a deck. Bold columns, a cameo window, and planters overflowing with vegetation provide contemporary fla-vor.

Vaulted ceilings create a sense of open-ness in the formal living spaces at the core of this plan. Widely spaced columns sup-port plant shelves that delineate the bound-aries of the dining room, living room and hallways. A small powder room, tucked into the passageway to the kitchen, is close to everything.

everyday activities take place in the large, open family room/kitchen. The cooking is-land is set at a diagonal to create a uniquely shaped triangular kitchen. Having the vege-table sink right across from the range offers increased efficiency in food preparation.

The eating bar adds still more counter space. Utilities and a walk-in pantry are con-veniently located between the kitchen and the garage. On the far side of the kitchen, a glass door in the nook leads onto a large deck.

Bedrooms are clustered together at the left. Luxury amenities in the owners’ suite include a large walk-in closet, a private bathroom with two lavs, and an enclosed toilet and shower. Glass blocks brighten the bathing alcove.

each of the jamison’s secondary bed-rooms has direct access to a dual-compart-ment bathroom. The bedroom closest to the entry porch could be outfitted with French doors and used as a den or office.

For a review plan, including scaled floor plans, elevations, section and

artist’s conception, send $25 to Associated Designs, 1100 Jacobs Dr.,

Eugene, OR 97402. Please specify the Jamison 10-081 and include a

return address when ordering. A catalog featuring more than 550

home plans is available for $15. For more information call ‘

(800) 634-0123, or visit our website at www.AssociatedDesigns.com.

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Home Sweet Home Realty816-808-4000

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featured listingsother areas

rent/lease to ownBlue springs, 3 bdrm, 2 full, finishedwalk out basement .......................................... $950

lake lotawana, 2nd tier, 3 bdrm, 2 full, dock, two car ....................................... $1400

lake lotawana, 1st tier, amazing!all new inside, 3 brd, 3 full ............................. $1650

featured listingsindependenceimmaculate rr w/ pool, wrap around deck, fin base-ment. everything is perfectly attended to inside w/ new roof, windows, siding, counters, tiled floors, bathrooms. unbelievably priced ...............$149,900.

all Brick ranch! enclosed porch, two car, huge level fenced lot, massive fin bsmnt, newer roof, garage doors, acoil, h2o heater, plumbing, electri-cal, wow! 5 minutes from independence center off phelps ......................................................$129,900

darling 2 bdrm bungalow with full bsmnt, has bdrm, full ba down. awesome covered deck, fenced yard, shed, hardwoods, cute!.............................. $79,900

13 transactions sold or under contract in the last 30 days!

oak grove, 5 bdrm, +8 acres .........................$239Kgrain Valley, no steps! 3 bdrm, 2 car.............. $125Kodessa, 3 bdrm, 2 full, granite kitchen!......... $139KBlue springs schools, ls, 4 bdrm cal split, walkout! ........................................ $189KBlue springs, 3 bdr, 2 full, walkout bsmnt...... $109Klee’s summit, 2 bdr, all updated, no steps, rV parking, nice! ........................... $108Klake tapawingo, 140 ft shoreline,boathouse, amazing views, ...........................$365Klake tapawingo, 4 lots to build, room for dock................................... $135K for all!lake lotawana, 2 lots to build............$50K for bothlake lotawana, 2nd tier home on 3 lots, 2 docks, 3 bdr, 2 full ...........................$209Klake lotawana, 1st tier, 3 bdrm, 3 full, Main channel with dock ................................$399Kpleasant hill, 2 story, 4 bdrm, enclosed sunroom, fenced ............................ $159KKansas city, 2 bdrm dollhouse,granite kitchen ..............................................$69K

from tv host ed the plumber

A word of advice...

generate a pre storm planI like to call this the “generator season,”

since it’s a time when many homeown-ers think about getting a standard por-

table generator, or a standby generator. Standby generators are permanently in-stalled to a home’s electrical system by a licensed contractor, and run on natural or propane gas.

Generators are a hot item when big storms hit, because it’s important to keep electrical equipment like sump pumps and refrigerators running. With that in mind, here are a few more commonsense storm

tips that may come in handy when bad weather approaches:

inforMing oThErs: Before the storm hits and after you’ve made plans to evacu-ate or ride out the storm, be sure to change all your outgoing home-phone, cell-phone and auto e-mail messages, letting people know what your plans are. It’s an efficient way to inform friends and family where you’re going, without having to take the time to make individual phone calls to ev-eryone you know. It’s also a great backup in case some services go down and you can’t

Master Contractor/plumber ed Del Grande is known internationally as the author of the book “ed Del Grande’s House Call” and for hosting TV shows on Scripps Networks and HGTVpro.com. Visit eddel-grande.com or write [email protected]. Always consult local contractors and codes.

make outgoing calls.MakE EffiCiEnT usE of ouTdoor

furniTurE: A big tip you hear every year is to tie down your patio furniture so it won’t fly around the yard or through a window. Well, a commonsense tip can be to take out-door furniture into your house instead, and set it up in the safe room where everyone will ride out the storm. This way the room can be more comfortable with extra tables and seating for you and your family. Lounge chairs can make excellent portable beds if neighbors are staying over as well.

usE your Car for a shorT-TErM poWEr sourCE: It’s always a good idea

to have your car full of gas before the storm. Not only is it a good way to ensure you can evacuate, but if you’re stranded at home with no electrical power, you can use your car’s built-in generator system to power small electronics. just make sure you have all the proper cigarette lighter adapters for devices like computers, TVs, camping cool-ers and cell-phone chargers. Don’t forget safety when powering up the electronics: always run the vehicle outdoors, away from the house, with the car windows open.

Bottom line: Having a storm-ready home-generator system is the most power-ful preparation you can make.

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slippEry WhEn WETWhile room design is mostly a matter of taste, there are some ba-

sic rules to keep in mind. For example, don’t overwhelm your space by cramming too much into a small bath (like a big lavish whirlpool tub in a tiny 5 by 7 space). Doing so takes away from the room and is a waste. Also consider safety. Tile is slippery when wet; so add anti-slip coatings, nonskid area rugs and handrails in places water and condensation tend to collect. Also consider who’ll be using the room; are they tall or short? This determines the height of every-thing, from counters to towel bars. Sight lines are important, too; when the door is open, would you rather see the toilet or a beautiful vanity? Don’t underestimate the importance of lighting — both for functional tasks and pure glamour. And that’s the On The House Tip for today.

adding ovErhEad Can BE goodAre your ceilings merely painted and flat in appearance? Well,

you can now easily change that. Today’s new ceiling products are beautiful, affordable and easy to install. They include lightweight molded panels and tiles that replicate spectacular classic designs; new and dramatic modern profiles in many types of material from polymer plastics to stamped metal and architectural grade foam; and magnificent new click-and-lock systems with beautifully engineered laminated planks that create spectacular ceilings as easy as 1-2-3. They offer ingenious recessed-lighting options, too.

If you’ve ever longed for an extra-special designer touch for your home, consider adding some “overhead” that’s beautiful, affordable and easy to accomplish. Today’s ceiling decor options will have those who have plain old painted drywall looking up to you and your home. And that’s the On The House Tip for today.

FEATURE HOME OF THE WEEK15309 E. 42ND TERRACEINDEPENDENCE• 3 Bedroom • 2 Bath• Ranch • Fenced• Enclosed porch • Storage shed• Finished basement • Country kitchen

$129,900This home marketed byHOME SWEET HOME REALTYKELLY SLOAN816-808-4000

IdeasPrett y Goodfall in lovE WiTh fall

Fall is the perfect time to transform your home into a cozy nest where your family and friends will love to gather. Ginny Bean, publisher of Ginny’s catalog, suggests the following:

put out the welcome mat, literally. Make visitors feel welcome from the moment they step through your door. Decorate your front door with a seasonal accent and an at-tractive mat.

a crackling fire naturally draws people to it. rear-range your furniture to create a conversation area around your hearth. If your home doesn’t have a built-in fireplace, there are a number of electric fireplaces on the market that provide warmth with no mess or outside vent. Some even hang right on the wall.

light the candles. Choose candlesticks in metallic (gold is popular now) or warm colors. For a unique look when entertaining, Bean suggests making your own candle-holders from apples or gourds with a votive carver.

Bring the beauty of outside, in. Add richness to your home by using fall’s palette of warm colors. Select fabrics and accessories in warm shades of browns, reds, oranges and yellows. Increase the feeling of coziness by adding layers — think table runners on top of cloths or rugs over carpets — and texture in the form of nubby throws and pillows scattered throughout the room.

tips& tricks

REALTORS

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Why not have me out tointerview? Our market-ing is fabulous and weoperate without addi-tional broker fees at dis-counted rates. Meat andpotato philosophy,strong work ethic andpositive attitude. I prom-ise not to bring a fancythree ring notebook totell you how great I am,just some homeworkand a little bit of yourtime and you can decidefor yourself if I'm rightfor the job.

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816-808-4000.

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BEST HALF DUPLEXIN TOWN!

Ground floor laundry.Two bedrooms and twofull baths. Third bed-room and bath in base-ment. Fireplace.Garage. Pool. Clubhouse. See more at www.danielboneill.com

Dan O'Neill 816-786-0317/503-4668


BRICK RANCHSITS ON

Corner lot. Side entrygarage. Peg and plankfloor in Family Room.

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Nice story and half nestledin wooded five acres (m/l)in Independence! Threebedrooms, 2 full and onehalf bath. Double garageand three car detachedgarage. Walkout base-ment. $265,000!

Rhonda Dykal 816-522-1124/503-4615


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This is a must see! Roof,furnace and central air-3yrs old. Tile in both bathsand kitchen. Half Bath offMaster. Appliances stay.Call or text Jennifer at816-699-0619 or

Kathy Liggett 816-616-4273/503-4637


Great Home ForLess Than $60K

2-3 bedroom, clean,updated home in VERYgood condition. Walk tostores, cafe and medicalbuilding. Why rent? Ownfor low payments.

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Reece and Nichols

Wow What A Deal-Just Reduced

1st floor condo in greatlocation so mu new!Corian countertop, hard-wood floors, carpet &more! 2 huge brs, masterwith 2 closets, 1 walk in.&79,500

Julie Henke816-655-6601

Reece and Nichols


HOUSE WITHCHARACTER!

Two separate livingareas including kitchensand fireplaces. Nicecorner lot with smallStream. Double garageand extra parking. Oneof the kind.

Barbara Bridgforth 816-898-3043/503-4626


IndependenceArea

Sterling/27th, Cheaperthan rent, great bones,by Rockwood GolfCourse. Great area, 2bdrm up, one down w/ 2full ba. Awesome cov-ered porch, big fenceyard w/shed. ByRockwood Golf Course.New HVAC, nicelymaintained. MLS1684612, $82,500.Noland/47th Well main-tained Ranch 3bd, 1ba,new roof, HUGE, MSTRsuite, HUGE yard andLOTS of storage.$117,500.

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JUST REDUCED!Raised ranch. Threebedrooms and two fullbaths. Fourth bedroomand third bath inBasement. Two fire-places. Vaulted ceilings.Deck overlooks privateback yard. Eat-inkitchen. See more at www.danielboneill.com

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MLS#1680214HOLY COW

What a makeover! Newwindows, crpt, paint,granite counter tops andMORE!! All it needs isyou to call it HomeSweet Home! $75kMLS#1683452 Clint's cell816-519-4489

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NEW PRICE!$149,900

291/Hidden Valley.Immaculate 3bd, 2.5 ba,on Cul-de-Sac, backs upto greeen space. Somany upgrades. Pool,wrap around deck w/privacy fence, new roof,HVAC, windows, fridge,counters, tile, granite,fans, fixtures, paint.Oversized garage. Allappl stay! MLS#1680600

Home Sweet Home Realty, Kelly 816-808-4000

OWNER WANTS TOCLOSE ESTATE!

Raised ranch with 3 bed-rooms and two baths.Large living room withfireplace. Hardwoodfloors. Gas fireplace.Ceiling fans in Masterand Living. Two cargarage. New roof in2009.

Shirley Stanley 816-252-1207/503-4608



SPECTACULARBRICK RANCH

Great room, great space.Formal dining. Veryopen floor plan. Somefinish in lower level.Level lot with three cargarage. Home for a verydiscriminating buyer!Asking $349,900. Call forpersonal showing.

Larry LaGrece 816-665-3135/503-4609


SUPER BUY ON THISREMODELED RAISED

RANCH! Sits on three great lots.Three bedrooms andtwo full baths. Totallyremodeled kitchen thatwill knock your socksoff! Clean and move-inready! $105,000Robin Clark

The Clemons HomeTeam

816-200-6513/503-4601REECE & NICHOLS

EASTLAND

True RanchVinyl siding, framedbasement, updatedkitchen and bath,designer paint, wonder-ful condition. Only $95K.See at www.juliedumsky.reeceandnichols.com

Julie Dumsky 816-405-9331

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What a gem for$105k, Indep.

All brick 3 bd, 1.5 baranch in excl shape.New crpt/paint, thermalwindows, Lrge roomsizes, many updates.Massive bsment,fenced. Phelps/40thMLS#1678603

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HOMES FOR SALEBLUE SPRINGS

COUNTRY LIVING INTHE CITY

Beautiful home on 5acres with shared pond.Open floor plan withsunken great room. 2decks and private court-yard. FABULOUS.

ROSIE ALLEN 816-655-6654

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Home With IngrndPool $154,000

Have paradise in yourown backyard. CapeCod with updatedkitchen. Finishedlower level. Large cor-ner lot. Beautiful land-scaping. Pool installedin 2006.Carol Keith 816-699-1096

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We All Want ARanch!!!

3 bdrm, 3 bth brick trimand vinyl sided ranchhome waiting for a newowner. Call me for fea-tures!

Linda Stevinson816-589-7039

www.LetsGoWithLinda.com

Reece and Nichols


Lake Tapawingo- 78 Anchor, 240 ft of

shoreline, one of themost beautiful lots onentire lake w/ highlysought after boat house,wall to wall windows, 3bdrm, 3 bath, $385K.WOW, WOW, WOW!MLS#1670631. HomeSweet Home Realty 816-808-4000. 4 second tierlots, plenty room fordock, all for $135K. Buildyour dream home!

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Lotawana Homes 7 Hwy/Gate 5, just 1/2mile south of Colbern,THE ROCK HOUSE.NOTHING WRONGHERE, ready to move in,Very nice, clean, openfloor plan. Take yourboat UNDER 7 hwy tolake lotawana...it's socool! $129K.MLS#1670978 Clint'scell 816-519-4489.Gate 6, 1st tier, all new,new covered dock andsea wall on way, amaz-ing kitch w/ stainlessa p p l i a n c e s , $ 3 9 9 K#MLS#1661492. 202-204L Lake Shore $219k!Everything you'd wantat the lake, 2 docks,3bdrm, 2ba, 2 cargarage, sits on threelots! Lease option pur-chase avail.MLS#1674344

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Spacious Home InLake Village.

Formal living & diningrooms. Great room withfireplace & wetbar. Eat-in kitchen with pantry.Finished basement, cen-tral vac, extra deepgarages.

Sally Groves816-655-6515

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Very Well CaredFor!

Move in ready! 3BRraised ranch with largefinished basement. Newpaint, carpet, tile floors,kitchen cabinets, backsplash and much more!Only $118,500!

Julie Henke 816-716-7006

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WONDERFUL LOCA-TION WONDERFUL

HOME Quail Walk RaisedRanch. REDUCED $5,000.New ext. paint & newroof. 3bdrms, 2 1/2 BA.Grt rm w/frplc. Qualityfinished fam. rm in lowerlevel. Abundant storage,fenced yd. $140,000

THE McGRAW TEAM816-655-6525

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HOMES FOR SALELEE’S SUMMIT

Charming 2BR,1BA Bungalow...

...Style home withfenced backyard. Greatinvestment opportunity.Already rented. Only$37,000.

Kathy Ellis-Mooney816-582-0160

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Lee's Summit Address

Blue Springs schools.Stunning 4BR ranch inSavannah Ridge. Liv rm,Hearth rm, formal dining.Huge finished walk-outbasement. WOW!

Sally Groves816-655-6515

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HOMES FOR SALELEE’S SUMMIT

Lee's Summit, BlueSprings School,

4 bdrm, 3 full, fin walkoutbasement, oversizedgarage, huge fencedyard, thermal windows,central vac, sprinklersyst, and huge sub-basement for storage.wow! $199K. MLS1686547, 4520 NEKingston.

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LEE'S SUMMIT. Super Sharp Ranch.Seller's took 3 bdrm,coverted to oversized 2bdrm w/ bigger master,living room. Extra bigdriveway for RV. Mainfloor laundry. Park-likefenced, massive backyrd w/ covered patio.New roof, windows.Vaulted kitchen.Updated bath w/ marble,jac tub. Only $109K. UHHUGH! MLS#1682014

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Motivated SellerThis rare ranch is spa-cious, open and beauti-ful. Priced to sell, MUSTSEE!

Charmin Long 816-686-6032

[email protected]

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HOMES FOR SALERAYTOWN/KC

71 HWY/LONGVIEW.HUGE POTENTIAL!3.92 acres w/ 4 bdrm. 2story home, Adjoinsanother property of 4acres also for sale w/another company (for2.3 Million) $249K for theacreage AND the home!MLS #1488956 Clint's cell816-519-4489.


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NEED FIVE BEDROOMS?

Four full baths and twohalf baths. Kitchen withHearth Room. Three fire-places. FourCar garage. Largeinground pool. Locatedon quiet cul-de-sac.Custom built home.

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Price Reduced!Red Bridge/Elmwood.International House ofPrayer area. Pristine 3bdrm, full bsmnt, hugefenced yd, many extras,all appliances stay,SWEEET! Massivebsment. Updatedkitchen cabinetsNothing to do but movein! New roof! Newprice! $105K.MLS#1675009


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LAKE FRONT! 5 CAR GARAGE! $375K Located in a quiet cove with great lake views. Boat dock! Fin. walk-out base-ment with 4th BR and Bath, Loft bdrm. REDUCED $50,000! Open Sundays 1 to 4.DENNIS HOEHN 816-588-1697www.homesearchkc.com

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Affordable raised ranch. Like new roof, less than one year old, furnace 5 yrs old. This well-kept home shines bright w/vaulted great rm w/cozy frplc, big eat-in kit, vaulted master BR w/private bath. rec rm with den/ofc alcove, a covered front porch and a deck.

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RANCH ON CUL-DE-SAC - $175K!Fabulous fi nd in Blue Springs w/main level laundry, spacious fi n w/o bsmt, neutural decor, 2400 sq. ft. MLS #1680929

RACHEL HARRINGTON816-529-4301

7917 HARDY – $109,900!Just listed...new kitchen & appliances, baths, wood fl oors, 1st fl oor utility, 3 bdrms, 2 baths, 2 garage! Seller payes $3,000 Buyer closing costs! See photos: www.LindaPringle.comLINDA PRINGLE 816-807-2428

1102 SE SUNNYSIDE SCHOOL RD.

BLUE SPRINGS

816-582-1682

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