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Competitive Pricing Encourages Stronger Sales in Real Estate

by Katharine Swam For most people, it is merely a blip on their radar: the home that sells lightning-fast, despite the media's dire predictions for the housing market. "In June, I placed a home on the market and had a contract within a week," says Michael Burke, a luxury real estate expert in Southwest Florida. These cases usually come and go so quickly that few people notice the property was even for sale. Now, however, people are beginning to sit up and take notice -- wondering why some homes, in a supposedly poor housing market, are selling so quickly. The truth is simpler than you might think: These properties are simply priced better than the rest of those on the market. "In a buyer's market, the homes in the lower 20 percent of the pricing scheme are the ones that generate the most interest," Burke says. "The more showings, the better the odds that someone will make an offer." By the same token, the homes priced in the top tiers are typically overlooked. Fewer interest and fewer showings mean that these homes take far longer to sell. "These sellers are perceived as not being realistic," Burke says. One way to ensure that your home is priced competitively is, of course, to take a closer look at home is truly priced to sell. In addition, seeing how your home measures up against the competition can show you the strengths of the property. "If you know you have a better location and upgrades, it usually helps in the negotiation of an offer," says Burke. Cold, hard numbers also provide a useful method for comparing your house to the competition. Burke offers his Monthly Market Report as a reference point for sellers on where the housing market stands in their neighborhood. "I am a firm believer that numbers do not lie, so it helps the clients see things in black and white," he says. Finally, a resource that many agents and sellers leave untapped is feedback from potential buyers and their agents. "Because the market sometimes changes from month to month, we have to pay attention to the feedback I receive from prospective buyers and other real estate professionals," Burke says. He has set up a system for gathering and organizing this information: His Elite Home Feedback System follows up with potential buyers and their agents after every showing, requesting comments and answers to a short questionnaire that can provide valuable information regarding the continued on page 5
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Bonita Springs/Estero/Naples Luxury Real Estate Expert, the competition. Experts suggest attending open houses and making appointments to see other homes for sale in your neighborhood and price range. Sellers should also review the details of closed sales within their community, which indicates market value. This can help you decide whether your
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accomplishments into consideration when hiring. An MBA or other advanced degree may be personally fulfilling, but you have to consider whether your future plans really require it and whether the degree will pay for itself in the end in salary, opportunity or both. Are you planning to attend school while working or will you take time off? Going for an aggressive degree program while working full-time can be financially, mentally and physically draining. Obviously, if you plan to take a sabbatical and go to school full-time, that's a more complex set of financial issues you need to consider well in advance, and you should get help planning for it. Beyond finance, you need to be prepared for the demands of school on your time with family, friends and your personal relaxation. Time is an opportunity cost you can't get back. Check your qualifications for federal and state tax credits: Both the federal Hope Credit and the Lifetime Learning Credit are among options you may consider to help cushion the tuition blow if you qualify discuss these credits and other ways to afford college with your tax expert as well as your planner. How prepared are you to take on debt? It would be wonderful to pay cash for a college degree, and with time and planning you might be able to do it. But if you need to take out debt to pay for your coursework, make sure your credit cards and other debt are paid off first. You'll put yourself in the best position to afford any student debt you take on. Will your company pay? Take advantage of every educational break you can take before you leave your company. If they require you to stay a certain amount of time after attaining your degree, work that into your plan. Check scholarships and grants: See if there are sources of grants and scholarships not only in your community, but also within your industry. Go online and do a general search for such aid. How's your retirement and health plan? It might seem like a good idea to raid the retirement plan or milk the home equity to go back to school; you need to research whether that makes sense for you. Despite your current energy and determination, no one has a guarantee of perfect health through the last half or third of their lives. You can't forego retirement or healthcare planning simply because you need the money for school. Consider a functional degree. All sorts of colleges - even the nation's most prestigious schools - are considering abbreviated graduate and postgraduate programs that give students exactly the amount of education to upgrade their skills and head back into the workforce. If one year of college will do, why pay for three or four? Are your school choices friendly to older students? It's your money. Make sure you're attending an institution that considers its older students a valuable addition to its campus and makes you welcome.
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In Women's Shoes, Pain Does Not Equal Gain
(NUI) - High-heeled shoes can make a woman feel beautiful, confident, sexy and powerful. They can also cause pain, deformities and a lifetime of damage to the feet. Doctors with the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons realize that most women won't chuck their Jimmy Choos for sensible sneakers. But surgeons say women can reduce their risks for foot problems, including surgery, by following three recommendations: Avoid shoes with pointed toes, avoid heels taller than two inches and recognize foot pain as a warning sign. High-heeled shoes crowd toes, force the body's weight onto the ball of the foot and disrupt body alignment. Potential consequences: Bunions. High heels do not cause bunions. Most women who develop bunions can blame their ancestors for passing down a faulty foot structure. But over time, wearing pointed-toe high heels can make bunions worse. Only surgery can correct this often painful deformity. Hammertoes. High-heeled shoes that crowd the toes together can contribute to hammertoes. This deformity occurs when smaller toes become bent, like a claw. This can cause constant shoe friction, leading to painful corns. Severe hammertoes may require surgery to relieve pain. Corns. Corns usually form from repeated pressure on the skin. Women with foot deformities, such as hammertoes, often suffer from corns because the tops of the bent toes rub against shoes. Haglund's deformity, or "pump bump." Pump-style shoes often cause significant pain by irritating a bony deformity some women have on the back of their heel, called a "pump bump." This problem is common in young women who wear high heels almost every day. In many cases, it can lead to blisters, bursitis or Achilles tendonitis. Neuromas. Pointed-toe and high-heeled shoes are the leading causes of painful neuromas in women. Highheeled shoes may force toes into the toe box, which can compress and swell nerves in the foot. Without treatment, a neuroma can lead to permanent nerve damage, making it difficult to walk without severe, shooting pain. Back pain. That old song,
"The leg bone's connected to the thigh bone...The thigh bone's connected to the hip bone..." tells the whole story. Wearing high heels disrupts ankle, knee, hip and lower back alignment.
Most foot surgery patients are women. But not all highheel foot problems require surgery. Successful non-surgical treatments can include changes in shoe wear, padding, orthotics and pain medications.
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Tips to Consider When Purchasing Your Next Timepiece

(NUI) - Have you heard the expression, "There are not enough hours in the day?" With minutes becoming increasingly more precious with each day that passes, now is the perfect opportunity to consider time, and more importantly, how you tell it. If you're like many people, you know the right watch is the ultimate power accessory, and you want a timepiece that shows the world exactly what you're made of. According to a national survey, there are several key points to keep in mind when buying a luxury watch, including: Swiss made: Today, watches are produced in a myriad of countries worldwide. However, when you invest in a timepiece from Switzerland, you're purchasing a piece of tradition. The Swiss have excelled in the art of watchmaking for more than a century, and Swiss-made watches boast unparalleled craftsmanship, quality and a rich history. Versatility: Look for a timepiece that complements your busy lifestyle, and can transition seamlessly from a morning run to the boardroom to a casual weekend. Features: In this age of technology and innovation, watches do more than simply tell time. Many high-end timepieces have a second time zone, alarms, perpetual calendar and other useful functions. A favorite of golf champion Tiger Woods, TAG Heuer's Aquaracer Chronotimer with multi-functional digital and analog time takes the luxury timepiece to an elevated level. Accurate to one one-hundredth of a second, the chronograph has a backlit dial that features an analog time display with central hour, minute and second hands along with a digital read-out that goes beyond just gadgetry. T h e Chronotimer's o v e r s i z e d countdown function enables wearers to time everything from the last few seconds of a regatta to the rhythm of a work out routine. An alarm and dual time zone setting comes in handy during business travel or driving trips, while a perpetual calendar eliminates the need to constantly re-set the date. This oversized, elegant watch is available on a stainless steel bracelet or black rubber strap, both with a black or new, bright yellow dial. If you have any questions about the Aquaracer Chronotimer or other TAG Heuer products, please visit www.tagheuer.com.
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Recipes
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Chili Lime Cod
1 8 to 12 oz Cod Fillet, about 1/2 in thick, cut in half or 2 6 oz Cod Tenderloins, about 1 in thick 2 tbsp Lime juice, freshly squeezed 2 tbsp Butter, melted 1/4 tsp Salt 1 tbsp Parsley, chopped fresh 1 tsp Vegetable Oil 1/2 tsp Chili Powder 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder Pinch Cayenne Pepper (about 1/16 tsp) In a small bowl prepare rub with the vegetable oil, chili powder, garlic powder, salt and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Spoon the rub on top of cod, spreading evenly. If needed, tuck any thin parts of fillet underneath for even cooking. Put prepared cod in a large Ziploc Zip `n Steam microwave steam cooking bag, placing thicker portions toward outer edge of bag. Seal bag and place in microwave. Cook on full power for 3 1/2 to 4 minutes or until cod is cooked through and flakes easily. Use 3 1/2 minutes for 1/2 in thick pieces and 4 minutes for 1 in thick pieces. If needed, continue microwaving at 30 second intervals until cod is done. Allow bag to stand 1 minute before handling. Carefully open bag. Use spatula to remove cod from bag. Spoon 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice over cod. Garnish with 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley and serve with 2 tbsp melted butter, if desired.
Italian Stuffed Mushrooms

Serves 4 (or 8 appetizers) 8 1/2 cup 1/4 cup 2 4 2 tbsp 2 tbsp 2 tbsp 2 tbsp 1/2 tsp 1/4 cup 1 tbsp Large Jumbo or Stuffer fresh Mushrooms Bread Crumbs, fresh Mozzarella Cheese, shredded Garlic Cloves, finely minced Black Olives, finely chopped and pitted Sun-dried Tomatoes in oil, finely chopped Artichoke Hearts, finely chopped marinated Green or Sweet Onion, finely chopped Light Mayonnaise Dried Oregano or Basil Olive Oil Parmesan Cheese, grated
Remove the stems from the mushrooms and finely chop. In a medium bowl, combine chopped stems, bread crumbs, mozzarella cheese, garlic, olives, tomatoes, artichokes, onion, mayonnaise and oregano; mix well. Brush oil on outside of mushroom caps. Spoon filling evenly into caps, mounding as necessary and place in shallow baking pan. Sprinkle parmesan on top. Bake in 425F oven for 15-20 minutes or until mushrooms are heated through.
Gingery Plum Tart with Potato Pastry

Serves 8-10 Pastry: 2 cups 3 tbsp 3/4 cup 1/3 cup 1 Filling: 2/3 cup 1/4 cup 1/2 tsp 1-1/2 lbs 1/4 cup 1 tbsp 2 tsp All-purpose Flour Granulated Sugar Butter, cubed Potatoes, mashed and cooled Egg, beaten Granulated Sugar All-purpose Flour Ground Ginger Ripe Black Plums (about 7), quartered Ginger, chopped crystallized Butter, melted Sugar, coarse
In large bowl, combine flour and sugar. Using pastry cutter or fingers cut in butter until coarse crumbs form. Add potato and mix until well combined. Drizzle egg over top and toss until moistened. Scrape onto wellfloured surface and knead gently to form soft dough. Shape into disc and wrap with plastic wrap; refrigerate for 30 minutes or until chilled. Roll out dough on floured parchment paper into 14-inch circle. Place on cookie sheet or inverted baking sheet. Filling: In bowl, combine sugar, flour and ginger. Spread half over bottom of pastry leaving 2-inch border around edge. Place plums cut side up over top and sprinkle with crystallized ginger and remaining sugar mixture. Fold up pastry to make border around plums. Brush pastry with butter and sprinkle with coarse sugar. Bake in 400F oven 40 minutes or until pastry is golden and fruit is tender and bubbly. Let cool before serving.
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continued from page 1 home's features and price. take them at any price," Burke warns. In "This has been an awesome tool that contrast, he views the relationship helps me keep homes priced correctly," between him and his clients somewhat Burke says. "It also helps me keep sellers differently: "I provide a professional in the communication loop in regards to service that actually saves my clients their showings." money in the long run. I help them by Despite evidence that the most giving my professional advice on how to competitively priced homes sell the price their home." fastest, many homes currently on the According to Burke, value is the most market are priced far higher than they important thing to consider when pricing should be. Only part of this is due to a home, as it instills buyer confidence. "If sellers being unwilling to come down in the buyers feel like they are truly getting a price - many real estate agents contribute good deal, they can feel good about making an offer," he says. For more to the problem by ignoring market trends, or permitting sellers to price their homes information, contact Michael Burke @ too high regardless. 239-777-0473 or Michael@BurkesBeach.com "Some Realtors need listings and will
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Closing Up Your Vacation Home

(NUI) - When temperatures cool, many Americans leave their summer homes and return to their off-season lives. But before returning to the "real world," second homeowners need to secure their summer dwellings. Here are some tips for people planning a long absence from their homes: Protect the furniture. Bring in the outdoor furniture that won't survive winter weather, like hammocks and wicker garden chairs. Cover indoor furniture with sheets to protect it from dust and to prevent fading. Plan for winter weather. If your summer home is an area where temperatures drop below freezing, don't turn off the heat. Leave it running at 58 degrees Fahrenheit, warm enough to prevent plaster and pipes from freezing. You might also want to drain toilets, hot water tanks and pipes. While you are away, your electricity might go off, causing the house to reach freezing. If this happens, your pipes might freeze and break. You won't detect the problem until you return, turn on the water and create a flood. New products help protect against floods from leaks and broken pipes. One product, The FloLogic System (www.flologic.com), monitors a home's water flow from the water main. Like a circuit breaker for the plumbing system, The FloLogic System sounds an alarm and shuts off the water supply when it detects a change in pressure from a
Smart Homes Move to the Masses

(NUI) - Smart homes - those self-monitoring homes that are attuned to their owners' personal preferences are no longer only for the mega-rich. When Americans think about smart homes, they might think about houses that speak to their residents before brewing perfect cappuccinos and preparing breakfast. While the smart house as personal chef still remains science fiction, new technologies create personalized living environments. New smart homes can be linked with the Internet, so homeowners can check their home online. Some homes can send e-mails or text messages to homeowners, letting them know when doors are locked or unlocked, or when other residents open cabinets. Home automation means that when someone arrives home, the doors unlock, lights go on and the thermostat adjusts. As the price of these technologies lowers, more middle-class homeowners have embraced smart technologies. In 2006, builders included structured wiring, which allows high-speed video transmission, in almost 50 percent of new homes. Americans might not consider their homes especially
intelligent, but many people have smart appliances, if not smart homes. Motion-sensor lights, programmable thermostats and sound-control surround systems are all "smart" technologies. Smart technologies can improve resale value and help protect homes. Americans looking to boost their properties' IQ should consider their plumbing system. One smart product, the FloLogic System (www.flologic.com), acts like a circuit breaker for the home plumbing system and can be fitted to any existing home. From the water main, the system
monitors all of the water flow inside of the home and can be fitted to any existing home. If the FloLogic System notices a drop in water pressure, whether caused by a pinhole leak, a left-on hose, or a broken pipe, it sounds an alarm at the control pad and shuts off the water. Homeowners can also link the FloLogic System with their home security alarm. Shutting off the water prevents costly water damage from floods. Many insurance providers offer discounts to homeowners who install the FloLogic System, making it a smart way to save water and money.
pinhole leak, flooding appliance or running faucet. Homeowners can discover leaks and broken pipes before floods happen, helping to protect homes from water damage. Many insurance companies offer reduced rates to homeowners who install the FloLogic System. Close up the house. Lock up bikes, canoes and ATVs in a garage or shed, then secure them with a heavy lock. Move valuables that you decide to leave behind, like televisions or computers, away from windows. Unplug every electronic device, from your toaster to your washing machine, in case your house experiences an electrical surge. Before you leave, make sure to lock every window and door and to close skylights and ventilation shafts. Make sure your mail goes to the right place. Change your address with the post office and make sure that your maintenance bills will go to your regular address.
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Meeting Pets' Needs on a Budget

(NUI) - It is possible to care for, even pamper, your pet on a budget or fixed income. By planning carefully and making smart shopping decisions, you can save money on food, toys and treats. Save money on everyday essentials, such as pet food, by shopping at deep discount stores. Forty percent of the money Americans spend on pets is for food. You will find savings on name-brand pet food at a deep discount store such as Dollar General. Remember that you can save even more by buying private label food. Many private label products are equivalent to the national brands. Find lower-cost medical care. Local humane societies often sponsor free or reduced-price clinics for routine vaccinations or spaying or neutering. Learn about clinics offered in your area, which can save you from expensive vet visits. And, you don't always have to visit the vet for some medical treatments. Dewormer, ear mite treatment and other medications are available over-the-counter. Enjoy the great outdoors with your favorite animal which doesn't cost anything. For outdoor or indoor fun, your pet will need a few basic accessories like a leash, collar and water bowl. All of these inexpensive items are available at deep discount stores. Skip the pet day spa and groom your animal at home. You can save a lot of money by bathing and grooming your animal yourself. All you need to set up your own pet spa are shampoo, conditioner, a brush or comb, a hair dryer and nail clippers. Potty training and maintenance for pets can also be affordable. Deep discount stores such as Dollar General offer cat litter, litter pans, scoops and liners. Puppy pads are available for puppies that are being trained. While buying the basics for your favorite animal, don't forget to pick up a toy or treat. Dogs love toys, snacks or rawhide bones. Cats enjoy exercising on a scratching post or munching on catnip. (ARA) In the current challenging housing market, many homeowners are looking to remodel their homes instead of building or buying. But even with the increase in renovations, construction work is still scarce, and many contractors are finding it hard to stay afloat. Consumers need to protect themselves from ending up with a half-finished project and a contractor who ends up in bankruptcy court. Consumers would be surprised to know that so many builders and remodelers do their accounting out of a shoebox, says Dianne Kaiel, product marketing manager for Sage Software, makers of the popular Peachtree Accounting, Sage Master Builder and Sage Timberline Office software. Using simple software helps
Make Sure Your Contractor is Fiscally Sound

improve operational efficiency and control costs. Kaiel offers some tips to help make sure your contractor will be around for the long run. Interview the contractors youre considering and make sure to check references. Get the names, addresses and phone numbers of at least three clients who used the contractor for jobs similar to yours. Look for a well-established company and find out how long theyve been in business. Check with the Better Business Bureau and consumer review sites to find out if the company has any complaints against them. Find out if the contractor has all the proper licensing and registration necessary for your state. Make sure the license is current. Ask how they do their accounting. Larger and more reputable companies often use Sage Master Builder or Sage Timberline Office. If a contractor has invested in tools that make his or her business more productive and efficient, its a good sign theyll work to keep your bottom line in mind as well. Ask if your project will require a permit. Cities and states require permits for most building projects, so be suspicious if the contractor immediately says no permit is required or asks you to get the permits. Find out if subcontractors will be used on your project and, if the answer is yes, get their licensing and registration information as well. Get copies of insurance certificates and make sure theyre current. If a contractor does not have insurance, you could be held liable for any injuries or damages that occur during the project. For more information on interviewing contractors, visit www.ftc.gov. For more information on the benefits of Sage accounting software, visit www.SageSoftware.com.
From Blah To Ahh: Tips On Making Over Your Home

(NUI) - Giving your home a makeover doesn't just mean on the inside. Often, the exterior can also be in desperate need, but is often overlooked. While outside projects may seem daunting and expensive, new online tools can help consumers visualize the home of their dreams. CertainTeed Corporation offers ColorView, an online interactive exterior style and color selector, to help homeowners explore options. Through its Web site, www.certainteed.com/colorvie w, homeowners can envision how high-end roofing, vinyl and fiber cement siding, trim, fence, railing and deck products look on various home styles. Homeowners begin a session by entering their zip codes to view color and brand availability, then select the home style that most resembles their current home. The exterior is then customizable with hundreds of different colors and styles of products. In addition, the following tips can also spruce up your Clean up the yard. Unsightly weeds, overgrown hedges and grass, and mulch strewn about can give a home a disheveled appearance. Spend a weekend outside tending to the property, planting flowers and pulling weeds. Look for vinyl fencing, deck or railing for an added extra touch to your outdoor living areas such as CertainTeed's EverNew deck and railing or Chesterfield vinyl fence with CertaStucco. Make it shine. Adding more lighting or just upgrading fixtures that are already in place are easy and affordable solutions when thinking about what to do to the outside of your home. Consider putting in either solar-powered or electric walkway lights, or if you're feeling particularly creative, think about highlighting trees in your yard with small lights or hanging paper lanterns from your front porch. For more information on color options for your home, call 800-782-8777 or visit www.certainteed.com.
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The stereotypical vision of the Egyptian Pyramids are large mountain like brown piles of stone uprooting from the desert having a rough contour. Though when first constructed around 2500 BC. The pyramids were paper white and as smooth as glass, toping the pyramid was a golden capstone that gleamed in the desert sun. It was an amazing spectacle. The pyramids somewhat stayed in this state until the Arab invasion of Egypt around AD 500. The Arab invaders stripped the pyramid of it's smooth limestone and built a huge section of Cairo. Many of the Mosques and Palaces of Cairo consist of the Ancient stones of the pyramids.
property and give your home a gentle facelift: Change the exterior colors of your house. A fresh coat of paint can do wonders for a home's exterior or consider re-siding your home with low-maintenance vinyl or fiber cement siding, which is available in dozens of colors from CertainTeed. Unclog those gutters. Nothing can seem more mundane then spending part of your weekend unclogging the gutters on your home; however, not only will it keep the exterior of your home looking tidy, it can also prevent potential problems down the road.
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C.4557 Beautifully furnished, designer decorated 3 Bed/2 bath, 1727 sf. Numerous upgrades, stunning vaulted ceilings, decorative niches & ledges throughout. Diagonal tile & accented mosaic tile in foyer & hallway, window treatments, decorative wall paper & paint. Kitchen cabinets w/crown molding, breakfast bar & nook w/fantastic views of the lake. Offered at $299,000. Call Michael 239-777-0473
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H.2168 3+Den, 3 bath Mediterranean style great room open floor plan, with 2481 under air and 3282 total sq ft. Coffered, volume ceilings, gourmet kitchen with granite counter-tops, and upgraded tile. Home offered at $539,000 with a beautiful lake view located in a private gated golfing community
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H.DMB1 4 Bed, 3 Bath, 2910 under air, 5887 total sf, side entry 3-car garage. Numerous upgrades thru-out, 18x18 marble and Bamboo hardwood flooring, custom built-in cabinets, surround sound, built-in heated pool/spa. Fabulous gourmet kitchen, w/granite countertops and backsplash, 42" custom cabinets w/crown molding, paneled built-in appliances. Offered at $989,000 . Call Michael 239-777-0473 C.4241 2 bed, 2.5 bath, 2125 under
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C.3664 Decorator ready luxury residence on the third floor, with 3 Bed, 3 bath, 1766 sq. ft. under air & 2140 total sq. ft. Gourmet kitchen w/ granite counter tops, custom raised wood cabinets & state-of-the-art appliances. This unit offered at $549,000 w/magnificent views of the golf course, lake & preserve from two balconies w/desirable southern exposure. Call Michael 239-777-0473 H.3518 3+Den, 2 bath, 2100 under air, 3226 total sf. Great family home on a back street with no through traffic. Open floor plan w/tile & crown molding in main living areas, archways & high ceilings throughout. Kitchen w/breakfast nook, 42" cabinets w/crown molding opening to the large greatroom w/sliders leading out to the lanai w/built-in kitchen. Offered at $299,000. Call Michael 239-777-0473
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H.2605 Valencia model with 4 Bed+Den, 3 bath, with 2750 under air and 3673 total sq ft. Home offers beautiful views of the golf course, lake and water feature with a desirable South West exposure, located in a private gated golfing community. This beautiful designer furnished home is offered at $849,000 with builtin pool, spa and vaulted ceilings. Call Michael 239-777-0473
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H.WAVV101 3 Bed+Den, 3.5 Bath, 3014 under air, 5693 total sf Courtyard home w/beautiful expansive views of lake, golf course & woods. Numerous upgrades thruout, crown molding, plantation shutters, tile, hardwood floors, custom built-ins, Bose surround sound. Stunning gourmet kitchen, w/granite countertops, 42" cherry cabinets w/crown molding, decorative tile. Offered at $869,000. Call Michael 239-777-0473
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C.4399 - Second floor end unit Garden Home, 2 Bed+Den, 2 with 1402 under air, 1516 total sq. ft, with lake view. Numerous upgrades. Plantation shutters, ceramic tile, beautiful custom mural in kitchen and glass paneled cabinets. Offered Turnkey at $268,500.
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C4121 2 Bed + Den, 2 bath, 2-car attached garage, 2060 under air, 2790 total sf. Carriage home stylishly decorated w/ceramic tile on diagonal, solid surface counter tops, tall kitchen cabinets, wet bar. Fantastic lake views from most rooms. Offered at $418,500.
The Colony - Palermo , Bonita Springs
H.3414 Open floor plan 3 bed/2 bath, 1638 under air, 2347 total sf. Dramatic high ceilings, plantation shutters, decorative niches, archways, tile on diagonal. Kitchen w/black appliances, striking black corian countertops, 42" cabinets & crown molding, opens up to the great room w/large sliders leading out to the lanai w/fantastic views of private wooded area. Offered at $365,000 Call Michael 239-777-0473
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Call Michael 239-777-0473 C.4522 - 2 Bed/2Bath, 1300 under air, 1424 total sf Condo in bundled golf community. Tile/ carpet floors, tray ceilings in dining & master bedroom. Living room w/fantastic views of the large lake & golf course. 27-hole golf course, 2 clubhouses, fitness center, tennis, resort pool, boat ramp w/use of kayaks & canoes. Offered at $264,900. Call Michael 239-777-0473 H.3298 4+Den, 4.5 bath, 3-car, 5196, 8916 total sf, custom estate home. Arches, columns, volume ceilings w/ triple trays, crown molding, coffered ceilings. Gourmet kitchen w/ built-in stainless appliances, decorative range hood, granite counter-tops. Lanai w/columns, custom pool/ spa, waterfalls, fountains, sunning shelf, gazebo w/fire pit & fireplace Offered at $2,150,000. Call Michael 239-777-0473 C.4356 Bed+Den, 4.5 bath, 4068 under air, 4988 total sf. decorator ready residence in an exclusive community w/panoramic views of the Gulf & Bay. Private elevator, vestibule, tray ceilings/crown molding. Kitchen w/built-in stainless appliances, granite countertops, custom 42" cabinets. Master suite w/private entry to terrace & marble baths. Offered at $1,265,000.00 Call Michael 239-777-0473
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C.4598 Second floor 3 bed/2 bath, 1402 under air, 1516 total sf end unit. Professionally decorated w/tropical dcor, plantation shutters, accented painted walls and ledges thru-out. Upgraded tile in main living areas and lanai, upgraded lighting & ceiling fans. Kitchen w/built-in desk, nook & breakfast bar. Offered at $259,000.
Lighthouse Bay at the Brooks, Bonita Springs
H.2908 Spectacular open great room floor plan, with 3 Bed+Den, 3 bath, 2939 under air, 3925 total sq ft. Many added touches in this designer decorated home for a casual lifestyle with custom features throughout. Enjoy the kitchen w/state-of-the-art built-in appliances, 42" wood cabinetry, granite counter tops. Offered at $1,199,000 w/custom pool w/views of a lake, golf course and woods located in a private gated community. Call Michael 239-777-0473 C.4581 2 bed+Den/2 bath, 1727 sf., furnished carriage home in private, gated golfing community. Vaulted ceilings, tile in main living areas, carpet. Comfortable living room w/fantastic view of the lake & golf course. Centrally located community, within minutes from airport, FGCU, new shopping centers, fine & casual dining. Offered at $279,000 furnished. Call Michael 239-777-0473
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HIGH-TECH SAFETY FOR BABY

(NUI) - Car seat? Check. Baby monitor? Check. Appropriate clothing, blankets and a safe crib? Check, check, check. Before new parents bring their newborn home, they spend hours safety-proofing their homes and stocking up on infant essentials like diapers and baby powder. But some equipment seems so minor that parents can overlook its importance. Rubberized rugs can prevent parents from slipping while carrying their child. Brightly lit areas are safer than dim ones, so parents should install bright, childproof lights. Infants are especially sensitive to fevers, temperature changes and heated surfaces. Baby skin is thinner than adult skin, so it burns at temperatures adults barely feel. P a r e n t s wouldn't buy a lowquality car seat. Neither should they purchase low-quality thermometers - their infants' safety depends on accurate temperature readings. One company, Kidz-Med, supplies a non-contact, infrared thermometer, the Thermofocus 5in-1, that can test anything from an infant's body temperature to his or her bath water. The Thermofocus has no contact with the child's skin. Regular thermometers take ear or rectal readings in infants. But babies' ear canals are too small to get accurate temperature readings, and rectal thermometers can disturb or upset fussy children. With the Thermofocus, parents simply point a safe, infrared light in the middle of their infant's forehead, where the reading is most accurate, or armpit, neck or naval, then press a button for an accurate digital temperature reading. The child can sleep through the quick, onesecond process. The infrared temperature reading is as accurate as temperatures taken with a thermometer through the ear, mouth or armpit. The human head changes temperatures first, so parents can discover fevers early. But thermometers help healthy babies, too. Parents need to make sure that their babies' bath water is at or below the safe, recommended temperature of 93.2 degrees fahrenheit. When heating up bottles for infants or food for toddlers, parents can use the infrared technology to keep formula or squash puree from scalding young mouths. The Thermofocus 5-in-1 can take room temperature readings, too, making it a useful aroundthe-house tool. Parents can make sure that nurseries or car interiors aren't too hot or cold for small children. Parents can find the Thermofocus 5-in-1 at Walgreens stores. For more information, visit www.kidzmed.com or www.Walgreens.com.
Less TV, Fewer Videos Help Keep Weight in Check

(NUI) Every day, 8- to 18year-olds spend, on average, nearly four hours watching TV or videos, more than an hour on the computer and 50 minutes playing video games. That amounts to nearly six hours a day in front of a screen. But health experts warn that too much screen time throws off a person's energy balance, making it hard to maintain a healthy weight. Energy balance is the balance between the amount of calories you burn through physical activity (energy out) and the amount of calories you consume (energy in). Too much energy in without enough energy out is a formula for weight gain. "To help your family maintain a healthy weight, it's important to keep energy balance in mind," said Dr. Elizabeth G. Nabel, director of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). "The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that children get at least 60 minutes of physical activity on most days. Cutting back on recreational screen time makes it easier to meet this goal." The NIH's "We Can!" (Ways to Enhance Children's Activities and Nutrition) program provides the following tips to reduce children's time in front of the screen: Turn off Saturday morning cartoons and take your child to a local recreational center, park or skating rink. Take the TV out of your child's bedroom. More than two-thirds of young children have a TV in their bedroom. Make a family agreement to limit recreational screen time to less than two hours a day. Encourage every family member to think of fun activities to keep moving, such as biking to school events or training together for a charity walk. "We Can!" is a public education program designed to aid parents help children between the ages of 8 and 13 stay at a healthy weight through improved food choices and increased physical activity. For more family-friendly tips and other tools, including a recreational screen time log and a daily activity log, visit http://wecan.nhlbi.nih.gov or call 866-35-WECAN.
MORE HORSEPOWER FOR UNDER $100

(NUI) Today's top engine builders know how to get extra horsepower from their cars without spending extra money. At the 2008 Engine Masters Challenge, engine builders will put their engineering and mechanical skills to the test, working to make a normal, V-8 passenger car engine more powerful. But you don't need enginebuilding skills to get extra horsepower. These tips will help car owners looking to increase their horsepower without increasing spending: Upgrade your lubricants. Friction and heat from the engine and the drive train rob horsepower, leading to poorer engine performance. Reducing the power lost proves easy - simply upgrade to one of the highperformance lubricants now available. In a recent test by Horsepower TV, upgrading to minutes to install, can free up an additional two to three horsepower. Use higher octane gas or an octane booster. Depending on your vehicle, high-octane gasoline can increase its horsepower. Some people might not mind spending extra pennies at the pump for increased power. But upgrading to high-octane gas won't always yield noticeable results. For those who want a more measurable increase in power, a racing blend of gasoline will work well. Octane boosters, another solution, can be bought at auto parts stores. Upgrading your gas, lubricants and air filter will increase horsepower without requiring an expert or becoming expensive. Better yet, improving performance will extend the life of your engine and help prevent the need for expensive repairs.
high-performance motor oil freed up to eight horsepower in a V8 engine.The test video can be found online at www.royalpurple.com. Replace or upgrade your air filter. In the engine, dust and
other materials cause excessive wear and operating problems. Air filters need to be replaced regularly. Upgrading to a highperformance air filter, which costs little and only takes five
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EXPERTS BELIEVE IN ADULT STEM CELLS

(NUI) - In America, the term "stem cells" is automatically associated with "embryonic stem cells," the cells that scientists can only extract by destroying a human embryo. But while American politicians, scientists and religious leaders debate moral issues, the rest of the world uses adult stem cells to treat and heal patients. Adult stem cells exist in every human being's tissues, where they help regrow skin, muscle and nerve cells. Scientists can extract adult stem cells from patients, then multiply the cells in labs. When the cells are injected back into a patient, they help grow healthy tissues. In countries including the U.K., Thailand, China, Israel and Argentina, adult stem cells have successfully treated patients with everything from Hodgkin's lymphoma to broken bones. Don Margolis created the Worldwide Center for Adult Stem Cell Education LLC (WCASCE) to help Americans locate and use adult stem cell treatment centers. Through Margolis's Web site, http://donmargolis.com/treatm ent.php, people can search a list of treatment centers for over 100 different diseases. Margolis writes on his Web site, "Americans need to know that that they can receive immediate, life-changing treatments for congestive heart failure, sickle-cell anemia, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury and many other diseases as long as they search outside of the U.S." Adult stem cell treatments can be very beneficial. The WCASCE's Scientific Advisory Board contains expert physicians who have used adult stem cell treatments. Its Chairman, Kittipan Visudarom, M.D., co-founded the Minneapolis Heart Institute before going to Thailand, where he treated over 100 endstage heart patients with adult stem cells. Carlos Lima, M.D., is a g r o u n d - b r e a k i n g neuropathologist who developed an adult stem cell treatment that helps regrow nerves in parapalegics. He works in Portugal. Zannos G. Grekos, M.D., uses adult stem cells to treat people with heart and peripheral vascular diseases in the Dominican Republic. "The adult stem cell research and medical treatments have been done." says Margolis. "Americans simply need to access the same technologies that already save lives across the globe." For more information, visit www.adultstemcelleducation.com.
The Little Alarm That Sounds Before a Stroke
Communicating When Your Voice is Gone

(NUI) - Accidents happen every day. A car runs a red light and causes a crash. Someone falls from a ladder. Another person slips while walking their dog. Unconscious or dazed patients cannot communicate basic information, like drug allergies or the names of their loved ones. Paramedics and hospitals cannot give personalized care. For example, an emergency room technician might administer one drug, only to find that it conflicts with a patient's blood pressure prescription. To make life-saving decisions during emergencies, medical personnel need easy access to patients' medical information. Some companies, perceiving a need, have developed new technologies that could improve emergency care. For example, My LifePlan Holdings, Inc. (MLPH), has created and tested a fingerprint-based computer system. The system allows clients to store their health information and wishes about end-of-life care on a secure Web site. Using a fingerprint scan, paramedics can identify their patient and view their medical history within seconds. "In the event you can't speak on your own behalf, your finger is put on a reader and pulls up your information instantly," said Ruth Skocic, My LifePlan Holdings, Inc.'s founder and chief executive officer. Clients can input information about chronic health conditions, prescription medications, allergies to medications and medical histories and contact information, helping ensure more efficient healthcare during emergencies. Clients can also store their living wills and legal information in the system in a portable document format (PDF) file. Past efforts to make medical information easily accessible relied on ID cards or bracelets, but a fingerprintbased system wouldn't require patients to keep these extra objects on hand. Although the system now uses fingerprints, it could also be adapted to identify patients by their irises (eye) or DNA. To participate, enrollees simply fill out a packet or register on the Web. The service will likely cost between $20 and $29 per year, though My LifePlan Holdings, Inc. will offer discounts to seniors and clients participating in some social service agencies, The My LifePlan Holdings, Inc. system has been tested in three Ohio fire stations. Chris Singleton, Ravenna, Ohio Fire Department Lt. and a medic who has used the system calls the plan "a great idea."
(NUI) - Many Americans would rather die than experience a stroke, but a stroke isn't always a devastating blow. Today, millions of thriving, happy stroke survivors lead fulfilling lives. Early detection proves key. Amazingly, one sign of a stroke is a stroke. A Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), or mini-stroke, leaves no permanent disability. TIAs produce only mild stroke symptoms, so many of the 250,000 to 350,000 Americans who suffer TIAs each year dismiss the experience. But patients should consider TIAs a ringing alarm bell more than one-third of the patients who have a TIA will later stroke. Doctors can determine patient's stroke risk after a TIA. Dr. Clay Johnston of the University of California, San Francisco, worked with the National Stroke Association to develop the ABCD2 tool, which predicts short-term stroke risk within two days of a TIA. Patients should ask their doctors about the ABCD2 tool, which is available for free download from the National Stroke Association Web site at www.stroke.org/ABCD. With the tool, doctors use five factors age, blood pressure, TIA symptoms, TIA duration and diabetes to assign their patient a score. The higher the ABCD2 score, the higher a patient's risk for stroking two, seven, 30 or 90 days after a TIA. TIAs typically last less than 24 hours. If patients experience a TIA, they should seek further medical attention early measures can prevent disability or death from stroke. The symptoms for a TIA and a stroke are the same. If a patient experiences, or a loved one notices, any stroke symptoms, they should immediately call 9-1-1.
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Vegetable, Egg and Noodle Stir-Fry

Uncooked Chow Mein Stir-fry Noodles (soba noodles) Cooking Oil Asparagus spears, diagonally sliced (about 4 oz.) Sesame Seeds Trimmed Enoki or Trimmed and Sliced Oyster Mushrooms (about 3.5 oz. pkg) Eggs 1/4 cup Skim or Low-fat Milk Stir-fry, Teriyaki or Hoisin Sauce, optional
Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain. Rinse with cold water and drain well. Set aside. In 10- to 12-inch omelet pan, skillet or wok over medium heat, heat oil until just hot enough to sizzle a drop of water. Add asparagus and seeds. Cook, stirring occasionally, until asparagus is tender, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add mushrooms. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are lightly browned, about 1 minute. Add reserved noodles. Cook, stirring occasionally, until noodles are heated through, about 1 to 2 minutes. In small bowl, beat together eggs and milk until blended. Pour over asparagus/noodle mixture. As egg mixture begins to set, gently stir. Continue cooking until eggs are thickened and no visible liquid egg remains. Do not stir constantly. Serve topped with sauce, if desired. Microwave: On range-top, cook noodles according to package directions. Drain. Rinse with cold water and drain well. Set aside. In pie plate, stir together oil, asparagus and sesame seeds. Cover with plastic wrap. Cook on full power until asparagus is tender, about 2 minutes. Add mushrooms. Cover. Cook on full power until slightly soft, about 30 seconds. In small bowl, beat together eggs and milk until blended. Pour over asparagus mixture. Cook on full power, uncovered, 1 minute. Stir. Cook on full power, stirring every 30 seconds, until almost set, about 1 1/2 minutes. If necessary, let stand until eggs are thickened and no visible liquid egg remains, about 1 minute. Stir into reserved noodles. Serve topped with sauce, if desired.
Herb Grilled Vegetables

Serves 6 1/2 cup 1/2 teaspoon 1/8 teaspoon 1 large 1 large 1 medium 2 cups Chicken Broth Dried Thyme Leaves, crushed Ground Black Pepper Red Onion, thickly sliced (about 1 cup) Red or Green Pepper, cut into wide strips (about 2 cups) Zucchini or Yellow Squash, thickly sliced (about 1 1/2 cups) Large Mushrooms
Stir the broth, thyme and black pepper in a small bowl. Brush the vegetables with the broth mixture. Lightly oil the grill rack and heat the grill to medium. Grill the vegetables for 10 minutes or until they are tender-crisp, turning over once during cooking and brushing often with the broth mixture.
Blueberry-Mango Colada Salad

Serves 4 2 cups 2 1/4 cup Fresh Blueberries Mangos, peeled, seeded and chopped (about 1-3/4 cups) Frozen Pina Colada Mix, thawed
In a large bowl, toss blueberries, mangos and pina colada mix. Into four martini glasses or dessert dishes, spoon fruit mixture, dividing evenly. Garnish with blueberries, mango slices and thin lime slices threaded onto long toothpicks, if desired.
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Recent Closings for the Greater Coconut Point Area - 7/15/2008 to 8/15/2008
Bed Rooms 2+Den 3+Den 2+Den 2+Den 5+Den 3+Den 4+Den 4+Den 2+Den 2+Den 3 Bed 3+Den 3 Bed 3 Bed 3+Den 4+Den 3 Bed 3+Den 3+Den 1 Bed 3 Bed 2+Den Full Bath 2 3 2 2 3 3 4 4 2 2 3 3 2 2 2 3 2 3 4 1 3 2 Half Living Bath Area 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 1 0 1 1750 2090 1446 1402 3633 2405 3017 5531 1750 1513 1878 2655 2225 1627 3000 2745 2067 2709 4260 1375 2661 3000 Year Private Built Pool 2002 2001 2002 2004 2003 2004 2002 2006 1999 2001 2005 2006 2004 2003 1990 1998 1996 2004 2003 2007 2007 2006 Yes Yes No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No Yes Private Spa Yes Yes No No Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes No No No No List Price $474,900 $550,000 $199,500 $249,900 $1,325,000 $699,000 $1,195,000 $2,275,000 $499,900 $279,777 $499,000 $549,000 $599,000 $241,900 $799,900 $875,000 $585,000 $995,000 $1,695,000 $445,000 $1,295,000 $1,599,000 Selling Price $445,000 $530,000 $187,000 $225,000 $1,275,000 $675,000 $1,025,000 $2,025,000 $450,000 $250,000 $425,000 $525,000 $500,000 $217,500 $650,000 $760,000 $575,000 $895,000 $1,450,000 $380,000 $1,164,000 $1,425,000 Cost/ Sq. Ft. $254 $254 $129 $160 $351 $281 $340 $366 $257 $165 $226 $198 $225 $134 $217 $277 $278 $330 $340 $276 $437 $475 % of Asking 93.70% 96.36% 93.73% 90.04% 96.23% 96.57% 85.77% 89.01% 90.02% 89.36% 85.17% 95.63% 83.47% 89.91% 81.26% 86.86% 98.29% 89.95% 85.55% 85.39% 89.88% 89.12% Closed Date 08/12/08 07/30/08 08/08/08 07/28/08 08/01/08 07/25/08 07/16/08 07/15/08 07/25/08 07/25/08 07/17/08 07/16/08 07/15/08 07/15/08 08/08/08 08/01/08 07/29/08 08/08/08 07/21/08 07/16/08 07/15/08 08/01/08 DOM 106 241 164 203 323 561 88 62 140 190 68 248 145 229 166 174 557 168 223 223 805
Community Address COPPERLEAF AT THE BROOKS Jasmine Lake 23740 Jasmine Lake Drive Cinnamon Ridge 23931 Copperleaf Blvd. LIGHTHOUSE BAY AT THE BROOKS Lighthouse Bay 10900 Santa Margherita Road, #202 Lighthouse Bay 23810 Marbella Bay Road, #204 SHADOW WOOD AT THE BROOKS Idlewilde 10189 Idle Pine Lane Woodmont 10710 Wintercress Drive Banyan Cove 22330 Banyan Hideaway Drive Lake Forest 9430 Lakebend Preserve Court SPRING RUN AT THE BROOKS Whisper Creek 23724 Creek Branch Lane Hidden Lakes 23790 Clear Spring Court, #1605 GRANDEZZA Savona 12579 Grandzza Circle Villa Grande 20078 Markward Savona 12506 Grandzza Circle Sabal Palm 20100 Seagraove Street, #2202 PELICAN LANDING Pelican Landing 25141 Pennyroyal Drive Pelican Landing 25033 Ridge Oak Drive Capri 24756 Hollybrier Lane THE COLONY Treviso at the Colongy 23750 Via Trevi Way, #1802 La Scala at the Colony 5051 Pelican Colony Blvd., #604 Florencia 23850 Via Italia Circle, #106 Florencia 23850 Via Italia Circle, #2106 MEDITERRA Lucarno 16614 Cortona Lane
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This report and data is based on information from the Multiple Listing Service of Bonita Springs-Estero, Inc. These properties were not all listed or sold by John R. Wood Realtors Inc. and were listed or sold by various MLS participating offices. Website owned and maintained by Michael Burke of John R. Wood REALTORS, Bonita Springs, FL 34134
Sept/Oct Events 2008

Annual 2D/3D Exhibition: (Bonita Springs) Thru Sept 18. Art League of Bonita Springs. Paintings, fused glass, wooden vessels, clay work. Mon-Fri 11am5pm, Sat 1-5pm. Free. (239) 495-8989. Jazz Jams: (Bonita Springs) Oct 26, 1-4pm. Enjoy smooth sounds of jazz in the center courtyard of The Promenade. Germain Arena: (Estero) (239) 948-7825 or visit www.GermainArena.com for tickets and other shows. Country Folk Art Craft Shows: (Ft Myers) Oct 3-5, Fri 5-9pm, Sat 10am5pm, Sun 10am-4pm. Lee Civic Center, 11831 Bayshore Rd. (239) 543-8368. Broadway Palm Dinner Theater: (Ft. Myers) Located at 1380 Colonial Blvd. For more info and shows visit www.broadway palm.com/home.htm or call
Bonita Springs, Estero, Ft. Myers, Naples Sept 6-27/Oct 1-29, open Wed & Sat 1-4pm. (239) 261-8164. Third Thursday on Third: (Naples) Sept 18, 7-10pm/Oct 16, 69pm. Enjoy music & other entertainment. Swamp Buggy Parade/Races: (Naples) Oct 25-26. Oct 25 parade, 10am, US 41 South of Coastland Mall to Downtown Naples. Trials 12:30pm at Florida Sports Park. Oct 26 race begins 12:30pm Florida Sports Park. More info visit www.swampbuggy.com Naples Trolley Tours: (Naples) 1010 Sixth Ave. S, 262-7300. See the town & shop from quaint trolleys. Philharmonic Center: (Naples) Located at 5833 Pelican Bay. For more info and current shows visit www.philtickets.org/tickets/in dex.aspx or call (239) 5971900 or (800) 597-1900
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EMERGENCY - Police, Fire, Medical: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .911 Lee County Ambulance (Non Emergency) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .335-1600 Lee County Sheriff (Non Emergency) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .477-1200 Lee County Emergency Management (Weather & Disaster Spills) . . .477-3600 Poison Control Center . . . .800-282-3171 Hospitals: North Collier Hospital . . . . . . .513-7000 Health Park Hospital . . . . . . . .433-7799 Chamber of Commerce (Local Area): Bonita Springs Area . . . . . . . . .992-2943 Estero Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .948-7990 Library (Local Area): Bonita Public Library . . . . . . .992-1043 Estero South County Regional Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .390-3200 License (Lee County): Animal License . . . . . . . . . . . .432-2083 Boat Registration/Fishing License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .339-6000 Drivers License . . . . . . . . . . . .278-7192 Vehicle Registration - Lee County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .339-6000 Voters Registration . . . . . . . . .339-6300 Medical (Lee & Collier Counties): Gulf Coast Hospital - Ft. Myers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .768-5000 Lee Memorial Hospital - Ft. Myers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .332-1111 North Collier Hospital (NCH) - Downtown Naples . . . . . . . . .552-7000 North Collier Hospital (NCH) - North Naples . . . . . . . . . . . . .436-5000 Poison Control Center . . . .800-282-3171 Newspaper: Bonita Banner . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-0110 Coconut Point Press . . . . . . . . .777-0473 Ft. Myers News Press . . . . . . .335-0233 Naples Daily News . . . . . . . . .992-3609 Public Schools (Lee County): Edison Community College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-749-2322 Florida Gulf Coast University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-590-3428 School District of Lee County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .334-1102 Real Estate Services: Michael Burke P.A., John R. Wood Realtors . . . . . .777-0473 Homestead Exemption - Lee County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .339-6120 Property Appraiser - Lee County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .339-6100 Social Security . . . . . . . . 800-772-1213 Southwest Florida Int'l Airport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .590-4800 Transportation: Airport Shuttle Service . . . . . .216-7777 Greyhound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .334-1011 Lee County Bus Transit . . . . . .533-8726 U.S. Postal Service (Lee & Collier Counties) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-275-8777 Utilities (Lee County): Embarq . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .866-304-6820 Electric - Florida Power and Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-262-1322 Florida Recycling & Waste . . .332-8500 Gas Service - Teco (Peoples Gas) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .877-932-6747 Solid Waste - Lee County . . . .338-3302 Telephone - Sprint (Bonita) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-699-0728 Telephone - Sprint (Lee County) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-339-1811 TV Cable - Comcast . . . . .800-432-4770 TV Cable - Time Warner . . . . .574-2020 Water/Sewer - Bonita Springs .992-0711 Water/Sewer - Unincorporated Lee County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-485-0214 Veterinarians Florida Veterinary 24-Hour Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .239-992-8878
(239) 278-4422 Barbara B. Mann Theatre: (Ft. Myers) For more info and listing of shows, visit, www.bbmannpah .com/index.php or call (239) 481-4849 or 800440-7469. Village Nights: (Naples) Sept 4/Oct 2, 6-9pm. Located at The Village on Venetian Bay for live music, dining, shopping thru-out. 2nd Annual Craft Festival: (Naples) Sept 6-7, 10am-5pm. Located along Fifth Ave. Photography, jewelry and all fine crafts inbetween. Free. Historic Old Naples Walking Tours: (Naples) Sept 3/Oct 1, 9am at Palm Cottage 137 12th Ave. South, 261-8164 (reservations required) Historic Palm Cottage & Norris Gardens: (Naples)
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(NUI) These days, most people understand that "going green" doesn't mean you're eating more vegetables or that you're taking a trip to Ireland, but rather you're driving a Prius instead of a SUV, you're recycling bottles and cans rather than throwing them away or you're doing your part to help the loggerhead sea turtles who are on the verge of extinction. There are many ways to go green. And they don't just start and end at home. The travel industry is now offering vacationers, or ecotourists, a new way of exploring the world. In contrast to their camera-toting counterparts of a few years ago, ecotourists, it is now said in the industry, "Leave nothing but footprints and take nothing but memories." If your goal is to be more environmentally conscious - either to save the creatures around your home or the turtles in the sea - these tips can help you treat the planet in a kinder, gentler fashion: Skip the rental. Instead of renting a car, use hotel vans, buses and subways to reduce pollution. Do your research. Plenty of businesses are now on board with protecting the environment by recycling and reusing everything from auto glass (one Wisconsin B&B installed a blue tile floor using this method) to stained tablecloths. Spend your travel dollars supporting establishments like these. Be sensitive to the ecosystem. Leaving a lighter footprint wherever you go includes doing so on both land and sea. While most people may consider themselves environmentally and culturally sensitive when traveling, some activities can still be harmful to creatures that call the ocean their home, says Oceana, an environmental advocacy group. Consider this: Of the seven species of sea turtles worldwide, all but one call American waters home. However, environmental threats from humans during the last few decades have contributed to the aquatic reptile's rapidly dwindling numbers. From pollution to vehicles driving on hidden nesting sites, to the mass destruction of the species as a result of commercial fishing, many human activities threaten sea turtle populations around the world. Do some research. Look for ways to help the environmental efforts that are being taken. Certain plants and animals, like the sea turtle, are being threatened with extinction. Look for groups like Oceana, and ask what you can do to help. For more information on reducing pollution and preventing the irreversible collapse of sea life, visit www.Oceana.org.
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PICKERING, ON Absolutely Spectacular Home In Prestigious 'Fox Hollow' Community. Shows To Perfection! Many Recent Upgrades Including All Windows, Furnace And Roof Reshingled.Extensive Hardwood Flooring. Basement Needs Only Carpet To Be Finished. Open Concept Kitchen And Family Room.
BELLINGHAM, WA Immaculate 3 BD, 2.5 BA craftsman style home, boasting vaulted ceilings and a fireplace to enjoy on crisp autumn evenings. Open kitchen with eating bar looks out onto flat fenced back yard perfect for late summer bbqs and croquet. Enjoy this safe, serene home just minutes away from city amenities.
BONITA SPRINGS, FL. 3 Bed+Den, 3.5 Bath, 3014 under air, 5693 total sf Courtyard home w/beautiful expansive views of lake, golf course & woods. Numerous upgrades thru-out, crown molding, plantation shutters, tile, hardwood floors, custom built-ins, Bose surround sound. Stunning gourmet kitchen, w/granite countertops, 42" cherry cabinets w/crown molding, decorative tile.
MISSISSAUGA, ON Lovely 4 bdrm detached home! Prof finished basement! Upgrd cabinets, kitchen island & great breakfast area! Close to parks, golf courses, shopping & Community Centre!
PUGWASH, NS 2 storey brick home has hardwood floors, fireplace, apartment, garage, & much more.
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BANCROFT, ON Jeffrey Lake Fabulous waterfront home 1700` shoreline, 34 acres, landscaped yard, 3 bedrms, granite counters, custom maple cupboards, pine cathedral ceiling, ceramic floors, & floor to ceiling stone fireplace. MESA, AZ 2 Master Suites, both rooms have backyard access, great room floorplan, fireplace, formal dining plus breakfast bar, patio and gazebo in backyard
WOODBRIDGE, ON Awesome 4 bedroom 2153 Sqf Semi with double car garage. The designer colours add to the wood floors and neutral ceramics. This home boasts Formal Sitting Room as well as a Family Room with Gas Fireplace. Gorgeous Eat-in Kitchen with W/O to private yard and Garden Shed.
BRAMPTON, ON. ***Power of Sale***Great for first time Buyers !! 3 bedroom semi detached located in Brampton. Home features 2 washrooms, 2 kitchens, finished basement and private driveway. Basement has wet bar and fireplace. Don't miss out on this great deal!!
KINCARDINE, ON Year round home or cottage.This home has just been moved to this location and features a brand new foundation and septic system. Total open concept main floor with kitchen, dining and living room. Large private lot close to the beach
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SAN DIEGO, CA 2 bd/1bth, 1002 esf. Head to Toe remodel! Classic Spanish style bungalow with all new hardwood floors, dual pane vinyl windows, granite counters, stainless steel appliances,custom kitchen cabinets, designer fixtures,and more!Lrg Master suite opens to backyard. Decorative fireplace w/built-ins throughout.Extra laundry room with added storage
TORONTO, ON. Dundas St. W & Quebec Ave Fabulous Family Home 5 + 1 Bedrooms 4 Washrooms Basement Apt. with Sep. Entrance Eat In Kitchen with Solarium WalkingDistance to Bloor West & High Park Junction Area
CALGARY, AB. Beautiful Home, Great Floorplan, Excellent Location on quiet street! Wonderful Open Concept home is Elegant and Inviting. This Jayman "Kennedy" home gleams with rich, dark hardwood through most of the main level. Gorgeous Kitchen with Maple Cabinets, breakfast bar, black appliances, large nook, rounded drywall corners. Call for more information
BANCROFT, ON Baptiste Village Year round home gorgeous sunset view. Public launch just a minute away. Home features level lot, wrap around deck, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrms, open concept living area, lg rec room, feildstone bar, W/O basement
CHESTERMERE, AB State of the art plumbing, heating, construction and finishing. Built in 2005 with LOGIX insulated concrete forms to be stronger, quieter, warmer, dryer and more fire resistant. This 2,685 sq. ft. custom designed bungalow has 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Heated floors finished with hickory with tile in the baths & carpet in the bedrooms. Master en suite w/steam shower and a n airmass tub. 80' wide lot with 1/2 mile of lake between you & the other shore. The yard is landscaped with water falls, ponds, rock paths & intimate areas for entertaining.
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WASAGA BEACH, ON Stunning custom built home. 4 bdrms, vaulted ceilings, custom wrought-iron railings, hardwood flrs thru-out, spacious gourmet kit. w/black cherry cabinets, island, & great rm w/2-sided F/P. Lrg mstr bdrm w/ensuite & Jacuzzi. Finished lower level.
NAPLES, FL OVER $100,000 in luxurious upgrades, add to the Old World charm of this 2 story Mediterranean style home, 24' marble travertine floors, 10' coffered ceilings, crown moldings, granite countertops and bar with upgraded appliances in the kitchen, recessed Plasma TV and a laser fireplace in the great room. The private pool with the lake in the background gives total privacy. The master bedroom suite has beautiful wooden floors.
WOODBRIDGE, ON 4 Bedroom Family Home (2767Sq Ft) Thousands $$ Spent On Upgrades! 9 Ft Ceilings. Cherry Colour Hardwood Floors Oak Stairways. Upgraded Kitchen With Extended Cherry Colour Cabinets. Backsplash California Shutters. Two Master Bedrooms. Every Room Attached To Washroom With W/I Closet. Great Layout!
TORONTO, ON.(J) Adjacent to Public Parking Lot Spacious Office Space with Boardroom with Kitchenette Completely Renovated 2nd Floor 2 Bdrm Apt. Great Location!!
WASAGA BEACH, ON Successful Year-Round Hotel. Nestled in the heart of tourism. 27 unit hotel and cottage court with future potential. Three ac corner property. Fourteen suites in 11,000sf hotel incl. full kitchen, living/dining area & jacuzzi tubs. Ten cottages, outdoor heated pools, 2 hot tubs & more.
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MESA, AZ 5 Bedrooms plus 20x19 Bonus Room, HUGE inside laundry room with storage galore, balcony off Master with city & mnt views, heated pool & spa
CALGARY, AB FABULOUS, UPDATED Home in WONDERFUL Location! This home has had many major RENOVATIONS over the past few years. Refinished HARDWOOD in Living Room, Hallway and Bedrooms. SPACIOUS Country Kitchen features CERAMIC Floor, White Cabinets, Pantry and Built-In COMPUTER Desk. Two Full Bathrooms have been renovated. Call for more information
PUGWASH, NS Oceanfront 3 bedroom furnished cottage, private warm salt water sandy beach, detached bunkie with fridge that sleeps 4. Mature treed private lot near end of road.
BELLINGHAM, WA One of the finest views in Bellingham can be enjoyed from the wrap-around deck of this 3 BD, 2.5 BA Northwestern contemporary home. Interior features include soaring ceilings, a dramatic stone fireplace, and cedar accents.
BRAMPTON, ON 5 bedrooms 3 washrooms 2 bedroom basement apartment Separate entrance 2 car garage with 2 parking spaces Gas fire place in family rm Potential basement income rental All Appliance Included
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KINGSTON, ON 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, eat-in kitchen, family room w/ fireplace and over 20 foot ceilings, separate dining room, hardwood, ceramic, central air, lovely wrap around verada, spacious foyer, second level laundry, professionally decorated, main floor office, lovely corner lot directly across from the park. Clost to CFB, city and 401
SAN DIEGO, CA 2bd/1bth 1002 esf. Spanish Style home with all new hardwood floors,dual pane windows,granite counters,stainless steel appliances. Master suite opens to backyard. Decorative Fireplace w/builtins.
MISSISSAUGA, ON Rare 2 bdrm plus den layout ! Lovely sundeck view! 1 bus to Subway and Sq 1. Steps to shops, school and park. 1 year old Mattamy!
NAPLES, FL Fantastic newly built home. Long water views to the north and west. Great docking. Wonderful outdoor living area with summer kitchen, large pool and spa. Custom cabinetry, great crown molding, stainless appliances and beautiful Canterra Iron front doors. Many upgrades incl. whole house generator. Great family neighborhood.
BONITA SPRINGS, FL For the avid golfer must see this 2 bed/2 bath, 1333 sf. Condo w/bundled golf. Vaulted ceilings, carpet main living areas, large eat-in kitchen & great views of the golf course and lake. Includes membership to commons club w/fitness center, enrichment center, beach club & Rosie Spoonbills restaurant.
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Home and Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 6

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