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Here at Marketplace Smiles we pride ourselves on providing quality, conservative, convenient
dentistry. We are able to meet all of your dental needs from routine cleanings to advanced proce-dures such as placing implants. We are located in the heart of Sun City near the City Market mak-ing your appointments just a golf cart ride away. We have two experienced hygienists, Angie and Codi, who have both worked for periodontists in the past. They provide a gentle, thorough dental cleaning in a caring environment. Dr. Bell gradu-
ated from the Marquette University School of Dentistry in 1999. After graduating he went on to serve as a dentist in the US ARMY where he com-pleted three years of residency training. He sub-sequently became Board Certified by the Acade-my of General Dentistry and is a Fellow in the
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512-868-5000
400 Del Webb Blvd. Ste.
104 Georgetown, TX 78633
Don Stacy, Broker Kelly Bartko, REALTOR®/Office Manager
Charlotte Hohensee, REALTOR® Roxanne Rylander, REALTOR®
Keri Stacy Gann, REALTOR® Bob Burgess, Assoc. Broker
Cameron Freeman, REALTOR® Des Folmar, Leasing Coordinator
Lisa Cooper, Leasing Coordinator Ralph Wimer, Special Projects
Rick Everett, Special Projects
This publication is not a solicitation but is an Information service from this real estate office.
Thoughts from Don
Sticks and stones…..
As you know the real estate business is a very competitive line of work! A lot of the folks in the business just throw all the rules of truthfulness out the window in order to secure your business. Over the years (over 20 in Sun City), we have heard many of them about us (because you folks were kind enough to share them). I thought I would share a few with you now.
Not too many years ago one of the stories circulating was that The Stacy Group was not even in the multiple listing service. The truth is we have never not been a member of the service. Anoth-er was that I was sick and would not be coming back….well, so far I have outlived that one. An-other was that other companies do not show our listings because we discount our fees. Not true as proven by our number of sales each year. Something we are very proud of…One last one and I will leave it alone…..Today they are saying that the Stacy Group is on it’s last few days as we are closing? If that were true why in the world would we have just renewed our lease for 12 more years? Friends and neighbors, we love it here and we plan on being your choice in Sun City real estate companies for a long, long time. Whenever you are interviewing for your representative and you are told something along the lines of the above, please question it…and if you would share it with us we can laugh it off together…
When we started the Stacy Group 22 years ago, we were told that no one could office in Sun City or run an office out of your house. This is because you would be drawing people (cars) to your home and that would bother the neighbors. I had already purchased a home on one of the busier streets that I was going to use while finding a suitable space. That was shot down by rule and we complied. We wrote a lot of contracts on the hood of our cars. I bet some of you still remember those days. We have come a long way since then.
I admit at times it has been a bumpy ride but I would not trade it for the world. Think about it, I travel about a mile from my home to my work. Once I get to the office, I am surrounded by the absolute best group of co-workers anyone could ever hope for…each and everyone of them are proven professionals and they appreciate the opportunities all of you have given us.
It is a given, we are so darn lucky….we live and work in the greatest country in world, in the best State in the country, in the best little City anywhere, and enjoy the best Neighborhood offered…it is so easy to look forward to tomorrow….
Love you guys and girls, Don
Privileged information about your real estate
Celebrating 22 years in Sun City 1520 Sun City Blvd. ● Suite 155 ● Georgetown, Texas 78633
office - (512) 869-0223 ● toll free - (866) 869-0224
Toothpaste is an AMAZING cleaner!!!! ***an important tip before I get started: Do not use colored toothpaste or gels---they can leave stains!!!*** Here are some ways, other than brushing your teeth, that toothpaste can be used as a cleaner:
1. Polish your jewelry---polish gently, rinse w/water & dry!
2. Remove carpet stains---scrub stains w/a toothbrush & toothpaste. Blot w/a damp cloth!
3. Banish rings on furniture---oops, you forgot to use a coaster! Gently buff away the water ring w/a small dab of toothpaste & a slightly damp cloth!
4. Lift collar stains---tackle those ugly stains around the collars of shirts w/a toothbrush & toothpaste---rinse & launder!
5. Deodorize your hands---wash your hands w/a small squirt of toothpaste, especially if you’ve been cutting garlic or onions!
6. Polish the faucet---a quick toothpaste scrub gets your chrome bathroom accessories shiny again!
7. Clean the inside of grimy water bottles & thermoses---when the bottles we reuse when trying to be “green” get gross w/mysterious & unappetizing scum---scrub w/a narrow toothbrush & toothpaste & rinse thoroughly w/hot water!
8. “And” what started this wealth of knowledge---scrubbing your nails. If your nails are stained & yellow---scrub w/toothpaste applied to a nailbrush to retain their white glow!
If you know any other ways to clean w/toothpaste---I’d love to hear about them. And if you’re thinking of selling your home or have a friend interested in purchasing here in Sun City---let me put my 29 years of experience to work for you!!!
REALTOR® Cell: (512) 784-7332
Reasons to Get Spicy No matter what your spice tolerance is, you
can probably benefit from even a light sprinkle
of heat on your food. Whether you go for the
mild, medium or three-alarm, here are a few
reasons to consider spicing up your food:
You may lose more weight. Hot sauce can
aid in weight loss. The capsaicin found in pep-
pers will boost metabolism and rev up the abil-
ity to burn calories. Capsaicin may also
decrease appetite and help curb cravings
helping you to eat more mindfully.
Lower Inflammation. Capsaicin has been
shown to fight inflammation and the spicier the
pepper, the better at relieving inflammation,
pain, migraines and arthritis.
Your heart will thank you. Spicy food can
help dilate blood vessels, promoting circulation
and helping to manage your blood sugar. Like-
wise, the heat produced by the spice increases
blood flow and improves your overall circula-
tion.
Alleviated Cold or Flu-Like Symptoms. A
small amount of spice can open up your nasal
passage and alleviate cold and flu-like symp-
toms
Increased Happiness. Spicy foods can im-
prove your mood. Research shows that eating
spicy food can produce serotonin—the happy
hormone.
Try turmeric, garlic, chilis, ginger, jalapenos, sriracha, and more for a flavorful and spicy
health boost.
Kelly Bartko, REALTOR® Cell: 512-966-4350
What You Should and Shouldn’t Do When
Buying a Home
Deciding to jump into the market to buy a home in Sun City comes with a lot of items to consider, but luckily, we’re here to help you understand what you should and shouldn’t do in the process.
Be honest with your agent. Choosing a real estate professional that’s on your side is integral to getting the most from the experience. You want someone that you can talk to about your budget. You want to give them the best idea of what you’re looking for so that you don’t miss out on a great home!
Meet with a few lenders. While there’s a lot of paperwork that goes along with meet-ing lenders, and it can be appealing to meet with just one, you may be missing out on better offers and terms by signing off on your first lender.
Don’t forget to account for closing costs. The buyer is responsible for a majority of the closing costs, so be sure to chat with your lender about an estimate of what the costs could be if the seller accepts your offer.
March Events
Water Lantern Festival | Mar. 7 | 4 – 10 PM | Austin | Mueller Lake Park | 4550 Mueller Blvd Decorate your own floating lantern and watch as the lake lights up with everyone’s very own creation. There will also be food trucks, music, and other family fun for you to enjoy.
Austin Music & Arts Festival | Mar. 14-15 | 11 AM – 9 PM | Old Settlers Park | 3300 E Palm Valley Blvd Classic cars, custom motorcycles, and fun art will all be on display at this Round Rock event. Great food and cold beer are just the cherry on top of this festival.
Georgetown Hot Air Balloon Festival | Mar. 27-28 | Varying Times | Garey Park | 6450 Ranch to Market Road 2243 Watch a fun game of polo, marvel at the hot air balloons decorating the sky, and explore the seafood tents, live music spots, and vendors decorating the park.
ABC Zilker Park Kite Festival | Mar. 29 | 10 AM – 5 PM | Zilker Metropolitan Park | 2100 Barton Springs Rd. | Austin Grab your family and head out to enjoy a day of kite flying, a music concert, and a fun run. There will be a variety of ac-tivities for the whole family to enjoy together.
Associated Broker Cell: 512-567-8478
Cameron Freeman,
REALTOR® Cell: 512-740-1836
Recently, I had dinner with some of our Sun City friends.
The topic of conversation was about calls from
people claiming to be from the Social Security of-
fice. They are trying to scam information…So, I
thought this is good information to pass on…
Protect yourself from Social Security Scams:
Scammers are pretending to be government employ-
ees. Scammers will try to scare you and trick you into
giving them your personal information and money.
They may threaten you or your family and may de-
mand immediate payment to avoid arrest or other le-
gal action.
DON'T BE FOOLED!
IF YOU RECEIVE A SUSPICIOUS CALL:
1. Hang up!
2. DO NOT give them money or personal information
3. Report the scam at OIG.SSA.GOV!
What to look out for:
The call or email says there is a problem with your So-
cial Security Number or account.
Someone asking you to pay a fine or debt with retail
gift cards, wire transfers, pre-paid debit cards, inter-
net currency, or by mailing cash.
Scammers pretend they’re from Social Security or an-
other government agency. Caller ID or documents
sent by email may look official, but they are not.
Callers threaten you with arrest or other legal action. Social Security may call you in some situations but they will never….
Suspend your Social Security Number
Demand immediate payment from you
Require payment by cash, gift card, pre-paid debit
card, or wire transfer
Ask for gift card numbers over the phone or to wire or
mail cash Protect yourself, friends, & family…
If you receive a questionable call, hang up and report
it at oig.ssa.gov
Don’t be embarrassed to report financial loss or sharing
information
Learn more at oig.ssa.gov/scam
Share this information with others
Sun City Resale Stats for January
As of February 8, 2020
MLS Homes Sold in January - 40
Average Sold Price - $322,150
Average $/Sq.Ft. – $171.03
Average Days on Market –70
Homes Waiting to Close – 56
Homes for Sale – 67
REALTOR® Cell: 512 -868-7248
Moving Van:
The Stacy Group is thrilled that our clients are
using the moving van so much. This is some-
thing that Don Stacy pays a monthly rental
fee towards just for our clients and future cli-
ents to be able to use. You can use it for two
days in a row, stay in Texas, and have filled
out the necessary paperwork ahead of time.
It gets so popular that last month we were
booked out every day so don’t wait until the
last minute to reserve your time. When you
are finished using it, just return it with a full
tank of gas.
Thinking of Selling:
Homes are moving and it’s a great time to
sell. If you have been thinking about waiting, I
wouldn’t recommend it. Inventory is low now
and you never know what the future holds in
Real Estate so if you know you want to sell,
why wait? Give us a call and let us help you.
The Stacy Group has been dedicated to Sun
City for the last 22 years. We are experienced
and value our clients.
Associated Broker
Cell: 512-775-3067 [email protected]
