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Company News: Real Estate Brenda Pierce has merged her real estate business with Chinowth and Cohen Realtors in Bartlesville.	Top remodel trends for the modern home Home buyers are snatching up great houses and remodeling them in order to create stylish modern homes.
Small investment can result in a safer home for your family Warm weather means many homeowners are beginning new DIY projects.	Step up: Beautiful custom home in Waterstone displays exalted features Bill Holler of Dayspring Custom Homes begins every one of his projects as if he’s going to live in the home.
Decorating book shares style with a twist Celebrate what’s beautiful about traditional style while breaking some of its rules.	Make it an eco-move Spring is here as well as the peak of moving season.
Company News: Real Estate Keller Williams Realty associates recently participated in the fifth annual Red Day	Area Realtors Moves and News The latest on local Realtors
Five swimming pool myths that are all wet It’s got all the hallmarks of a great home improvement — adds value, enhances livability and beauty and creates a perfect gathering spot for family and friends.	Rejuvenate your outdoor living spaces Take a weekend to refresh your outdoor spaces with these charming DIY projects from The Family Handyman and have your backyard in peak form for family fun in no time.
Time honored: Renovated 1933 Tulsa World demonstration home revisited The Great Depression had a devastating effect on every industry, including home building.	Area Realtors Moves and News The latest on local Realtors
Home Warranties 101: What you need to know before choosing a policy Whether you’re in the process of buying or selling a home, you’ve most likely heard the term home warranty thrown around.	Colorful gardens create a beautiful display Color is exciting. Nothing adds beauty to a home exterior like colorful gardens.
Company News: Real Estate Sheryl Chinowth and Lee Cohen, broker/owners of Chinowth & Cohen Realtors, recently attended the 11th annual Luxury Real Estate Spring Retreat in Carmel, Calif.	Easy care instructions for natural stone Stone counter tops and floors, such as granite, marble and other natural stone, have long been loved for the sophisticated and luxurious appearance they add to kitchens and bathrooms.
Call Okie before you dig Planting a tree? Installing a fence or pool? Be sure to call Okie (Oklahoma One-Call) before you dig.	Budget-friendly outdoor living solutions As summer approaches, you’re probably dreaming of a luxurious outdoor retreat ideal for al fresco lunches, cookouts with friends or lazy afternoons spent sunbathing.
Create an ideal space for summer outdoor entertaining The arrival of milder temperatures means dining al fresco, hosting neighborhood cookouts and enjoying intimate cocktail parties under the stars.	Lawn renewal and renovation tips to create a perfect lawn this season The extreme heat and drought of 2012 was hard on lawns and gardens.
Company News: Real Estate Local Realtors partnered with the Adopt-A-Mile program.	Roof maintenance tips for every season From intense heat to extreme snow, your roof protects your house from the elements all year long.
Save energy at home Home is where the heart is. But it’s also a place where families can be more conscious of their energy use.	Deep clean forgotten areas of your home Common household items can suffer from the wear and tear of everyday use, but a few simple cleaning tricks will help keep them in good condition and extend their lifespan.
Summer garden glory without the weeding and watering Summer can be tough on gardens.	It’s all in the details: How to accessorize your home exterior When considering exterior home improvements during spring and summer months, many homeowners go for updates such as the replacement of siding or windows.
Tips for keeping your home comfortable this summer Oklahoma summers can be very hot, and that can take a toll on home air conditioners, especially if they aren’t functioning properly.	Couples who design together, stay together Opposites attract, and compromising on personal style and design choices can be a difficult bridge to cross for some couples.
Sleeping beauty: Charming south Tulsa home features many custom details This week’s featured home is tucked in a luxurious area of south Tulsa on Louisville Avenue south of 101st Street.	Gracious living: Soaring ceilings, lovely outdoor spaces among alluring features of Wellington South home Wellington South is a beautiful gated community with 60 homes, located just west of Harvard Avenue at 87th Street.
Company News: Real Estate McGraw Realtors completed a house for Habitat for Humanity.	Tips for optimizing small spaces The trend toward smaller, more efficient homes is still in full swing, with new home builders offering floor plans that lower square footage while amping up usability.
Time to check your A/C On the first really hot day of the season, air conditioning companies get swamped with calls from uncomfortable customers.	Help your landscape thrive in the heat April has traditionally been a rainy period, giving way to the start of spring growth and colors.
Get decked out From entertaining and grilling to simply relaxing, a home’s deck is often the center of attention during the summer months.	Tips for setting up your home theater viewing space Few things are more disappointing than turning on your new TV for the first time only to discover the picture doesn’t look as good as it did in the store.
May is National Home Improvement Month National Home Improvement Month is the perfect time to get inspired, but with so many home projects to tackle, where do you start?	Five tips for spring home decorating ‘eco-style’ Simple eco-friendly changes to home decor can set the tone for a much fresher and brighter outlook.
Area Realtors Moves and News Local Realtors receive honors.	Which house is right for you? Thirty-seven million Americans move every year. Millions more think about it.
Spruce up home with fresh coat of paint A fresh coat of paint is one of the easiest and most affordable ways to add value to your home prior to a sale.	Transitional style combines best of two worlds Some homeowners enjoy a house with a functional, practical and classic look while others lean toward a more streamlined feel where less is more.
Best House on the Block: Secrets to great curb appeal It takes seconds to form a first impression.	Lofty design: Custom Sand Springs residence combines comfort, elegance Twilight Ridge is a Sand Springs community with 20 home sites. Seven houses are already built.
Bathed in beauty: Private Tulsa retreat awash in distinctive features The peaceful, quiet ambiance of Evanston Estates attracted the owners of this week’s featured home at 2917 E. 68th St. The neighborhood consists of five houses on one street in a cul-de-sac.	Test soil in lawns, gardens for optimum performance At the start of the growing season it’s important to identify the fertility of your soil.
Whitewashed floors complement lively decorating It’s the season of sunshine and enjoying the great outdoors.	Area Realtors Moves and News Local Realtor joins Coldwell Banker Select.
Upcycling: Breathe new life into decor with a dash of DIY inspiration If you’ve ever looked around your house and gotten the urge to purge, you might consider pausing and first thinking about how you could transform that old, damaged piece of furniture or outdated light fixture into a fresh-faced showpiece for your home.	Home improvement help Whether you’re planning an addition for a growing family or simply getting new storm windows, finding a competent and reliable contractor is the first step to a successful and satisfying home improvement project.