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F orget about the living room; the kitchen is the social hub of a home. Today’s homeowners want their kitchens to refl ect their personal tastes and accommodate their daily lives;

however, a kitchen that can do all this is in need of one thing — smart storage.

According to renowned chef Curtis Stone, “A dream kitchen is one that’s designed for the way you live. The best advice I’d give anyone looking to remodel their kitchen is to think about how they will use it, and to choose the right storage features to suit their lifestyle.”

Paul Radoy, manager of design services for Merillat cabinetry, agrees, “Everyone uses the kitchen to prepare food, but many homeowners use their kitchen for entertaining, crafting, or just spending time with their families. Each of these activities requires various storage options.”

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Drawer Organizer. Keeping all of your cooking utensils organized is key to stress-free cooking; fi nding what you need fast is so much better than digging through a cluttered drawer.

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The Home ChefFood preparation and cooking are

the primary functions of a kitchen, but creating an environment for gourmet cooking is a special treat for homeowners who consider themselves “at-home chefs.”

To create this environment, it’s important to keep cooking items organized and within easy reach. Storage solutions could include a pull-out spice rack next to the stove, perfect for cooks who like to experiment. A cutting board kit can neatly store knives within a drawer and has a built-in cutting board. This feature, combined with a pull-out trash underneath, can make food prep a breeze.

“People who love to cook often have a

lot of pots and pans, and they are usually in a jumbled mess,” says Stone. “Well, Merillat has come up with an ingenious solution. Extra wide or deep drawers are great when installed under a cook top, and when you include peg dividers for the drawer it can be customized to neatly fi t all your pots and pans as you like them. It’s not one-size-fi ts-all, so it can be nicely organized.”

Another option is to install a utensil hanging system on the backsplash, or a pull-down cook book holder underneath a wall cabinet. Finally, grouping all these organizational conveniences near the cook top can create the perfect space to make culinary delights.

The EntertainerIf you’ve ever had a party you know

everyone ends up in the kitchen. This is why homeowners who like to entertain should consider whether or not their kitchen is functional for entertaining. Luckily there are several features that can help make the party successful.

One kitchen feature that helps make entertaining easier is an island. Not only can an island provide extra seating and serving space, it can include great storage. According to Radoy, “An island

with a great focal point like wine storage is classy and practical. And adding spice drawers to hold napkins or small utensils like corkscrews is another great idea.”

Open shelving also adds a great design element for a kitchen used for entertaining. These shelves allow the homeowner to display beautiful dishware and glasses; and guests can help themselves to a plate for appetizers or a glass for wine.

The MommyMoms know that having young children

can make the kitchen a challenging space, but there are features to make this room more kid friendly. Soft-closing drawers and doors can protect against hurt hands, while keeping the contents from rattling.

Deep drawers to store children’s items like a backpack, schoolwork and crafts are a big plus. And a pantry or utility cabinet allows the homeowner to store many different items in one central location and at different levels making some things more accessible or inaccessible for children.

“Homeowners may also consider placing the microwave in a base level cabinet so everyone in the family can have

easy access,” suggests Radoy.Another thing to keep in mind is that

with kids come messes. Having an organized cleanup zone can minimize clutter and make any kitchen shine. Things like a tilt-out sink tray, which keeps soaps and sponges out of sight, an under sink tote and a pull-out waste basket help to keep things tidy.

“From a chef’s perspective, or from a home cook’s perspective,” concludes Stone, “with the right organizational features, cooking can be fun and relaxing.”

For more information about the latest in beautiful and intelligent cabinetry options visit www.Merillat.com.

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Remodeling your kitchen can seem like a daunting task at fi rst glance. You want your new space to function well for your needs, accommodate your lifestyle, and refl ect your personal design style. But how to get started? Sarah Reep, KraftMaid director of designer relations and education, recommends considering the following before you begin a kitchen remodel.

1.) Determine the remodel scope. Projects can range from replacing the kitchen countertops to completely reconfi guring the kitchen’s fl oor plan.

2.) Identify ways your kitchen remodel can complement your lifestyle. Do you want an open fl oor plan with room for entertaining? Do you enjoy cooking? To make your kitchen functional, all of these elements should play a part in the layout of a room.

3.) Choose your involvement. Is this a do-it-yourself project or do you need to call in the pros? If you plan on doing it yourself, seek guidance from designers.

4.) Find the remodeler or design fi rm right for you. When looking for a remodeler, seek recommendations from your friends, neighbors and local home builders association. Ask your remodeler for references from previous customers and a copy of his or her license.

5.) Set your budget. When setting a budget, be fl exible and don’t forget to add a buffer for the unexpected. Tools like KraftMaid Cabinetry’s Budget Calculator can help you estimate costs and stay on budget.

6.) Consider your timeline. A kitchen remodel isn’t a weekend project. Don’t forget to take into consideration any events that could interfere with your timeline, such as a family vacation.

7.) Consider your design style. Do you consider yourself a traditional person? Or do you prefer a sleek, modern look? Narrowing down a design style in the beginning will make the process of choosing colors, appliances and fi nishes easier. Design tools like KraftMaid’s Inspiration Board can help you transfer your ideas to paper. The design tool allows you to create collages with images, colors and textures that can be shared with your designer. The KraftMyStyle app from KraftMaid allows iPhone, iPod and iPad users to create and share Inspiration Boards on the go.

8.) Browse showrooms, magazines and websites for ideas. When it comes to decorating and remodeling, the options are endless. Page through your favorite magazines and visit a local showroom to gather design ideas. KraftMaid offers a kitchen idea gallery to get the dreaming started.

9.) Choose your appliances. When choosing appliances, consider the size of your household and kitchen. Collect images of the appliances you like from magazines and brochures. Identify what you like about each appliance and consider how the appliance will contribute to the overall look and function of the kitchen.

10.) Create a kitchen contingency plan. During the remodeling process, there will be times you won’t be able to use your kitchen. Ask your remodeler or designer to help you create a plan to allow you to use your kitchen at least partially during different points in the remodeling process.

Though remodeling can seem stressful at fi rst, the right amount of planning and research will simplify the process and result in the kitchen of your dreams. For more design and remodeling tips from Sarah Reep, visit www.KraftMaid.com.

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Utah has stayed on top of the charts as it regularly receives positive recognition, most recently for home prices, quality of life, and real estate markets. Rising Housing Prices

Prices are projected to rise in all Utah metro areas by the beginning of 2013, according to Fiserv, the creator of the Case-Shiller Indexes.

By the first quarter of 2013, Fiserv says home prices should be up about 8.5 percent in Ogden-Clearfield, more than 5 percent in Salt Lake, and about 1 percent in Provo-Orem.

Fiserv says prices will dip further in 2011 with modest appreciation in 2012. Between 2012 and 2013, more than ninety-five percent of all U.S. metro areas will have seen prices rise.

Best Places to LiveCNN Money’s “Best Places

to Live” list included five Utah cities for “America’s best small towns.” These cities included Utah County’s Lindon, as well

as Farmington, North Salt Lake, North Logan, and Draper.

With five cities on the list, Utah had the highest number of best places, along with 12 other states.

Top Market for Real Estate Investors

Inman News recently released a study that examined housing, demographic and economic data to pinpoint 10 markets best suited for house-hunting investors. Salt Lake was recognized as No. 7, a recognition that also reflects the improving status in the market across the state.

The analysis considered markets with “high affordability, low and dropping prices, a high market share of foreclosure sales, high population growth, an improving unemployment rate…high projected return on investment…and a low total cost of ownership-to-rent ratio,” states Inman.

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The change in seasons should bring about more than just a change of wardrobe. It’s important to check out your appliances and home systems now in order to help prevent unnecessary repairs when you need those systems the most.

To help you get your home ready for the winter, American Home Shield, one of the nation’s leading providers of home warranty services, offers some tips to help you maintain your heating unit and plumbing

system to ensure they’re ready before the temperatures drop:

To prepare the heating system:* Have your system professionally cleaned and inspected.

* Move any furniture that has been placed over floor vents away to clear the air flow.

* To ensure efficient operation, check your system’s air filters and clean or change them regularly.

* It’s always important to check out the manufacturer’s maintenance recommendations for your specific unit. This information is typically available online and in your owner’s guide.

* Have a test run. Don’t wait until it’s cold outside to turn on your heat. Turn it on now and let it run for at least a half-hour, so you can listen for any unusual noises and make sure it is working properly.

To prepare the plumbing system:* Insulate pipes prone to freezing, such as those near an outside wall; those in unheated areas of your home; or any exposed plumbing such as outside faucets.

* Keep your water meter box covered with its lid to prevent the meter from freezing during cold periods.

* Be sure you know where your master valve is located so you can quickly turn your home’s water off if a line does break. In most homes, this valve will be located near the water heater, near the clothes washer, or where the water service line enters your home.

* Wrap outdoor or crawl space pipes with electric heat tape or insulation to prevent freezing.

“Plumbing and heating systems are like any other machinery; they require some basic maintenance to keep them functioning properly,” said Dave Quandt, Senior VP of Field Services for American Home Shield.

“Unfortunately, if regular maintenance doesn’t take place and a system or appliance fails, it’s usually at the time of need and you’re left with a crisis which can require a quick and more expensive decision.”

Taking these steps can help you keep your home systems in good working order. But even with the best care, unexpected things can happen. Home warranties are an excellent choice for those who want to help avoid unexpected repair costs in the event that a covered system or appliance breaks down.

To help home warranty customers find repair help when they need it, American Home Shield has the largest contractor network in the industry, with over 11,000 pre-screened, approved and independently insured home service contractors, saving homeowners the time and stress of finding the right contractors. To learn more, visit www.ahs.com.

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When the temperature drops, people aren’t the only ones looking for ways to stay warm. Pests seek warmth indoors, too.

Protect your home from unwanted visitors this winter with these simple home preparedness tips from Terminix, the country’s largest provider of pest control services.

Seal pests out and warmth in.* Place weather stripping on the bottom of all exterior doors to ensure they seal tightly. Doors that do not have a tight seal can allow a variety of pests to enter the home and can allow warm air to escape.

* Use caulk to seal any holes or cracks in your home’s exterior. Large holes should be stuffed with steel wool or wire before sealing with caulk or other materials.

* Eliminate cracks or openings around pipes and utility lines that enter the home. These are potential problem areas that can allow pests in and heated air out.

* Close the flue damper when the fireplace isn’t in use. An open damper can allow a large amount of air out and can be an entry point for a variety of insects, rodents and wildlife.

* Ensure attic and foundation vents are equipped with tight-fitting 1/4-inch hardware cloth. This will help keep rodents at bay. Also install insect screening over windows, utility vents and other areas where small pests may slip through.

Check the exterior.* Move piles of firewood and other debris away from the home’s foundation. Both provide ample sources of shelter for rodents and other pests such as termites, and could encourage them to live near the home.

* Trim tree branches and shrubs away from the home. Rodents and other insects can scale rough surfaces like trees or large shrubs in order to access your

home’s roof or other entry points in the home’s exterior.

Protect your investment.

Just because it’s cooler, termites don’t slow down their destructive behavior. Termites cause more than $5 billion in property damage each year, and most homeowners’ insurance does not cover the damage.

It’s essential to have an annual professional home inspection for termites from a reputable

pest and termite control company. Prompt treatment and regular inspections can save thousands of dollars in damage repair. “Homeowners can ease their minds and protect their investment this winter by scheduling a proactive termite inspection and doing a few simple tasks to keep pests away,” said Paul Curtis, Terminix entomologist. “The best tool to fight pests is prevention.”

Additional tips for termite prevention:* Repair roof or plumbing leaks. The moisture from these allows termites to survive above ground.

* Ensure gutters drain properly and direct moisture away from your foundation.

* Keep mulch or soil away from your home’s siding. It’s best to have a barrier of a few inches.

* Remove items like scrap lumber, boxes and even old books or newspapers from crawl spaces.

* Maintain adequate ventilation in crawl spaces.

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Jim Wood, director of the University of Utah’s Bureau of Economic and Business Research, recently reported that while there are still issues to work through in the housing sector, the market will get better, especially in Utah.

“It’s going to be slightly better each year incrementally, but it will get better, and I think by 2013, 2014, we’ll feel a whole lot better,” Wood says.

Throughout his remarks, Woods analyzed local job growth, foreclosures, and prices, while providing confidence in real estate investments.

Job growth is a leading indicator for the housing market, and Utah is starting to see improvement there. In the past two months, the state has had the best employment gains in more than three years. In June, job growth was up two percent, while it was 2.5 percent in July. Historically, the growth rate is about three percent, which translates into about 35,000 new jobs a year.

“This last month we were at about 23,000, which is really higher than we thought we would get this early on,” Wood says. “So it won’t take us too long to get back to our historic average of something in the mid-thirties.”

The job market is highly important because it creates demand for housing. Wood says one of the problems the state has faced is “vanishing demand.” There are fewer homebuyers because of slowing household growth, job losses and credit troubles. Foreclosure and short sales have also created higher-than-usual supply.

Although the foreclosure

situation is still unknown because banks may be delaying the process, there have been some positive signals. For example, notices of default, which is a leading indicator, came down in 2010.

According to New Reach, notices of default decreased 8.5 percent from 2009 to 2010. Wood says the foreclosures must come down for prices to stabilize. While the market isn’t there yet, there have been good signs nationally. In June, prices increased in all 20 cities tracked by Case-Shiller, something Wood says hasn’t happened for a number of years.

The price adjustments that have take place since 2007 have made homes incredibly accordable. Wood says it now costs about the same to buy as it does to rent. Still there is a growing share of renters in the market, creating a huge opportunity for investors who buy property and then rent it.

“As an investment long-term, buy or rent, I’m on the buy side,” Wood says. “It think it makes sense and there are a lot of advantages to it.”

For the future, Wood says Utah has several factors that will be advantageous moving forward, including a quality workforce, close proximity to the West Coast, a balanced budget and high quality of life.

“It’s a long process, but we’re through the worst of it,” Wood says. “[The market] is going to come back; it’s gonna be slow. But Utah is going to grow a little faster than the rest of the country.”


August Market Statistics Show Promising Improvements Utah’s most recent real estate numbers show a lot of things to be excited about. For example, home sales are on the rise while inventory is on its way down, according to a new report from the Utah Association of REALTORS®.

In August, statewide home sales rose 23.5 percent. Utah REALTORS® sold nearly 3,000 homes, townhomes, and condominiums compared to about 2,400 sold in August 2010.While the percentage increase may be higher than it otherwise would be because sales dropped off after the expiration of last year’s tax credit, the

report shows many signs of life. “Utah is showing great signs

of a modest recovery, and the trends indicate that we’ll end 2011 strong and head into 2012 with confidence,” says Taylor Oldroyd, CEO of the Utah County Association of REALTORS®.

In fact, sales are on track to exceed the number of properties sold during 2010. For the first eight months of the year, Utah REALTORS® sold about 350 more homes than they sold during the same period in 2010.

The number of contracts signed suggests the improvement will continue. Pending sales, which is a leading

indicator, were up about 30 percent in August. More than 3,200 contracts were signed to buy homes. This is the highest level since July 2007, excluding the tax credit months of March and April 2010. Another indicator that saw improvement was inventory. The number of homes on the market fell more than 19 percent compared to last August.

“We have not seen fewer properties on the market since May 2007,” Oldroyd says. “Additionally, inventory in August was absorbed at its quickest rate since February 2008.”

Sellers also sold their homes faster in August. This year it took an average of 88 days to sell a

home, compared to 94 days last year. This is the 3rd consecutive month the days on market indicator has fallen.

Affordability continued to set records as mortgage rates fell. The UAR’s Housing Affordability Index rose nearly 9 percent to 161. The index has never been this high since the UAR started tracking it in 2006.

The median price of homes sold in August was $175,000, down 10 percent compared to August 2010. However, the median price has hovered around $175,000 since January.


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A home is probably the largest purchase you’ll make in your lifetime. And the costs don’t stop with a mortgage payment - rising energy prices make it expensive to operate and maintain a home. According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), homes account for 21 percent of the energy used in this country every year, with an average annual utility bill of $1,767.

So it’s no surprise that a 2010 survey by the Shelton Group found that 64 percent of respondents were interested in owning or renting an energy-efficient home. If you want to make some energy-saving upgrades, here are things you can do to get greener while saving some green.

Locate, Seal Air Leaks Reducing drafts in a home

can cut energy use from 5 to 30 percent each year, and it makes the home more comfortable year round. Check to see if air is flowing through any of these places:

■ Electrical outlets

■ Switch plates

■ Window frames

■ Baseboards

■ Weather stripping around doors

■ Fireplace dampers

■ Attic hatches

■ Wall- or window-mounted air conditioners

In a study of energy-efficient measures, DOE’s Energy Information Administration reported that sealing ducts yielded by far the greatest energy savings of 12 different measures studied, at the lowest cost. And in a DOE study of 100 homes in Phoenix, Arizona, sealing ducts cut leakage by 30 percent.

If you can rattle windows or doors, you may have air leaks

there, as well. These can usually be sealed with caulking or weather stripping. In addition:

■ Replace any cracked or loose window panes.

■ Consider replacing older, single-pane windows that show signs of leakage, water damage, or condensation with new double-pane windows installed with proper air sealing and flashing.

■ Windows and doors should be weather stripped. See the DOE Energy Savers website, www.energysavers.gov, for a comprehensive description of different types of caulking and weather stripping material.

Inspect Insulation When correctly installed,

insulation delivers comfort while lowering energy bills during the hottest and coldest times of the year. There are several common types of insulation:

■ Fiberglass (in both batt and blown forms)

■ Cellulose

■ Rigid foam board

■ Spray foam

Reflective insulation (also called radiant barrier) is another insulating product which can help save energy in hot, sunny climates.

To get the biggest savings, the easiest place to add insulation is usually in the attic. A quick way to see if you need more insulation is to look across your uncovered attic floor. If the insulation is level with or below the attic floor joists, you probably need to add more insulation.

A qualified home energy auditor will include an insulation check as a routine part of a whole-house energy assessment. You can find more information to help you determine what is most cost-

effective for your home at www.energysavers.gov.

Upgrade Appliances In a typical U.S. home,

appliances and home electronics are responsible for about 20 percent of energy bills. These appliances and electronics include:

■ Washers and dryers

■ Computers

■ Dishwashers

■ Home entertainment equipment

■ Refrigerators and freezers

■ Room air conditioners

■ Water heaters

Refrigerators and freezers consume about one-sixth of all the electricity used in American households, much more than any other household appliance. The annual cost to operate existing units is about $125, while new, efficient refrigerators cost about $50 to $100 per year to operate. When choosing a new refrigerator:

■ Select an Energy Star model.

■ Select a refrigerator of the appropriate size for your household’s needs. Larger models use more energy.

■ Choose top-freezer models instead of side-by-side refrigerators, which use approximately 10 to 25 percent more energy.

■ Select only those features that your household needs. Automatic ice makers and through-the-door dispensers increase energy use by 14 to 20 percent and increase the purchase price by $75 to $250. Models with anti-sweat heaters consume 5 to 10 percent more energy; however, some refrigerators with this feature have “energy saver” switches that allow you to

turn these heaters off.

■ Chest freezers are usually more efficient than upright freezers. They are better insulated, and the cold air does not spill out when the door is opened. Automatic defrost freezers can consume 40 to 50 percent more electricity than manual defrost models.

Upgrading to more efficient appliances will not only improve your energy bill, but could save you even more with state or federal rebates.

Improve Water Usage■ Typically the largest use

of water within a home is

involved in toilet flushing. On average this comes out to about 25,000 gallons a year for a family of four. Working with American Standard, the DOE project team for the ReVision Retrofit Home in Las Vegas selected an effective and water efficient dual-flush toilet. The dual flush technology features two operational levels: 1.6 gallons per flush; and 1.0 gallon per flush, for heavy or light flushing respectively. This switch can save a family of four up to 17,000 gallons of water a year.

■ A typical bathroom faucet will draw 2.2 gallons per

minute. Changing to a WaterSense listed 1.5 gpm faucet can save a family of four over 8,000 gallons a year.

■ Most conventional washing machines use between 25 and 40 gallons of water per complete cycle. Water-saving versions can cut water (and energy) usage by more than 40 percent. The most energy-efficient washing machines are typically front-loading machines. They use about one third the water as a conventional machine to wash the same amount of clothes.

Source: U.S. Department of Energy

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Water and mow one last time!

Turn off sprinklers and drain the water lines

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FAMILY FEATURES

Colder temperatures, snow, and ice can do some damage on the exterior of your home, especially to wooden decks. Harsh winter weather can deteriorate the wood, ruin the look, and depreciate the value of your deck. Take extra care of it now so that your deck is in tip-top shape for backyard barbecues in the spring. There are three steps to winterizing your deck:

First, you should give your deck a good wash. There are a number of substances that can get on your deck during the summer that could cause problems during the winter. For example, mold and mildew can cause erosion on various types of wood. Cleaning the deck can also prevent dry rot, which is wood decay caused by fungi. Start by removing furniture and planters for storage.

Moisture between caught

between the deck and planters or furniture can seep into the wood during the winter and stain the surface. Sweep off dirt and debris while making sure to clear the space between the planks for ventilation. A leaf blower can help you clear the surface quickly. Then wash your deck with deck soap - you can find specific formulas for each type of wood. After washing, give it a good rinse with the hose.

The next thing you want to do is restore the deck by stripping and refinishing the wood. It is important to strip and refinish the deck before staining to ensure sealants adhere to the wood and cover evenly. Power washing the deck is recommended to remove old paint and stains. Make sure to maintain a consistent distance from the surface of the deck at all times to produce a smooth surface.

The last and most important step is protecting the deck with water repellent stain. Stains or

sealants prevent water, snow, etc., from penetrating the wood and causing decay. Ask your hardware or home improvement store about the best high-quality stain for your type of deck.

Using a paint sprayer, such as the new Wagner Power Painter with EZ Tilt Technology, can make staining faster and provide a professional finish. A paint sprayer can also help you cover those hard to reach areas like railings, posts and underneath the deck. Spray on a non-windy day to prevent overspray, keep a consistent distance away from the surface, and maintain a steady speed while spraying.

The deck is one of your home’s greatest assets. Prolong the life of your investment by winterizing it each year. For more project tips and information about what tools to use, visit www.wagnerspraytech.com, www.wagnereztilt.com or follow @WagnerSprayTech on Twitter.

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