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Frisco, TX

Frisco Taxes
- Frisco Taxes
  - Frisco Lakes in in City of Frisco Frisco ISD, Denton Country
  - City of Frisco: 0.425517
  - Denton County: 0.187869
  - Frisco Independent School District: 1.056900
  - City of Frisco offers a homestead expemption of 15% (minimum $5,000)
  - City of Frisco offers an additional expemption of $80,000 for homeowners over 65
  - City of Frisco offers a tax freeze for homeowners over 65
  - Denton County Appraisal District (940) 349-3800 for expemptions
  - Denton Central Appraisal District -- Forms & Exemptions (11/24)
- Dallas Taxes
  - Dallas City (County Tax Office)
    - Homestead exemption of $107,290; over 65 exemption of $153,400
    - Taxable value: $259,466
    - Tax rate: 0.7047000
    - Taxes: $1,828.46
  - Carrollton/Farmers Branch ISD
    - Homestead exemption of $100,000; over 65 exemption of $10,000
    - Taxable value: $410,156
    - Tax rate: 0.983600
    - Taxes: $1,144.68
  - Denton County
    - $749.04
Utilities Needed
- High Speed Internet
  - Top 5 Internet Providers in Frisco @ highspeedinternet.com (11/24)
    - AT&T (82% available); account exists at our house
      - AT&T Internet Plans @ att.com (11/24)
      - 300 MBPS: $55.00/mo (normally $65.00/mo)
      - 500 MBPS: $65.00/mo (normally $75.00/mo)
      - Get reward card for signing up online (300MBPS or higher)
      - Get extra $50 reward card with code HOLIDAY50 (ends 11/24/24)
    - Frontier is not available at our house; we have 100MB/100MB; $84.99/mo
- Frisco Utility Billing @ friscotexas.gov (11/24)
  - NEW RESIDENTIAL SERVICE Form @ forms.friscotexas.gov (11/24)
  - Water and trash collection
  - Each account is billed a $150 deposit and a $25 non-refundable admin fee
  - City Hall: 6101 Frisco Square Blvd; first floor; M-F 8am-5pm
  - Over 65 reduction in trash cost
  - Frisco Enviro Services Calandar for 2024 (11/24)
  - Residential Trash Service @ friscotexas.gov (11/24)
    - Our regular trash day is Wednesday
    - Roll out for collection by 7 a.m.
    - Place carts so handles face towards the house and lid opens away from the street
    - Secure all trash items in plastic bags
    - Yard waste is not acceptable
  - Recycling (blue cart) @ friscotexas.gov (11/24)
    - Secure all recycling in bags
  - Residential Yard Waste @ friscotexas.gov (11/24)
    - Curbside yard waste is a once-a-week pick-up on the same day as your recycle and trash day
    - Up to 10 paper bags and/or bundles of yard waste
      - Walmart, Home Depot, Lowes, etc have these brown paper bags
    - Have your bags and bundles out by 7 a.m. on your recycle and trash day
    - Only use compostable paper bags, rope, or twine to bundle yard waste; no plastic
  - Bulk Trash Pickup @ friscotexas.gov (11/24)
    - Bulk trash is picked up the first Wednesday of the month
    - Up to five (5) items can be accepted for your once-a-month pickup
    - Items can't be longer than 6 feet in any direction and can't weigh more than 50 pounds
    - Schedule a Bulk Waste Pickup (list closes noon the day prior to service) (11/24)
  - Other Services
    - One-time free pickup of new move-in cardboard boxes; call 972-292-5900 to schedule
    - Curbside collection of appliances/large metal items
      - $15 pickup charge; $40 freon removal charge
      - Visit missing page to schedule
- Gas and Electric
  - Frisco Area Utilities @ external.friscochamber.com (11/24)
  - CoServ
    - Set Up Residential Service @ coserv.com (11/24)
      - Customer Care Center: 940-321-7800
Information about Frisco, TX
- Frisco is Still the Safest City in the Nation @ lthsvanguard.com (10/24)
- Map of Frisco, TX @ texas.hometownlocator.com (10/24)

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Frisco Stores

Banks	Groceries, W Frisco	Miscellaneous
Donations	Groceries, E Frisco	Walmarts
Gas Stations	Groceries, N Frisco	Groceries, Carrollton
Gov Offices	Home Improvement

Banks in Frisco
- Bank of America
  - SE corner of 423 and King Rd/Main St (about 3 blocks east of intersection)
  - ATM and drive-thru
- Bank of America
  - SW corner of Eldorado Pkway & DNT
Donations
- Frisco Family Services (11/24)
  - Frisco Resale (11/24)
  - 9125 Dogwood St, Frisco, TX
    - Main St E ==> under DNT ==> past First St ==> past County Rd ==>
      turn N (left) onto Dogwood St ==> north 2 blocks to Frisco Resale ==>
      follow arrows to back of building ==> drive through the drop-off area
  - Donation Hours: Monday-Friday -- 10 AM-5 PM; Saturday -- 9 AM-4 PM
  - We accept like-new donations of clothing, household goods, lamps, and furniture
  - Donations are accepted at the rear of the store during the hours above
  - Place clothing inside a BAG, BOX, tote, or on a hanger
  - Donations of household goods and decor should also be placed in a BOX or a tote
  - Schedule a Donation Pickup (11/24)
  - Donation Policy (11/24)
- Goodwill Donation Center (11/24)
  - 3939 Ohio Dr, Frisco, TX 75035
    - 423 S ==> Lebanon Rd E ==> under DNT ==> Preston Rd S ==>
      Prestmont Pl E (L) ==> past 99 Ranch ==> facing Ohio (about 7 miles away)
    - 214-436-4110
    - Store/donation: Mon-Sat: 9:00am-9:00pm; Sun: 10:00am-7:00pm
    - Yelp Store/donation: Mon-Sat: 8:30am-8:00pm; Sun: 11:00am-7:00pm
  - 18230 Midway Rd, Dallas, TX
    - Hours: Mon-Sat: 9:00am-9:00pm; Sun: 10:00am-7:00pm
  - Good To Go (Home Donation Pick Up) @ goodwillnorthcentraltexas.org (11/24)
Gas Stations in Frisco
- Walmart 75036
  - SE corner of Main St and W Stonebrook Pkway
  - Across the street from Del Webb
  - Does sell gasoline
- Tom Thumb Express
  - SE corner of Lebanon Rd & FM 423
- Kroger
  - 3205 Main St, Frisco, TX 75034
  - SE corner of Main St and Teel Pkway
  - Sells gasoline
- Walmart
  - NE corner of FM 423 and Eldorado Pkway
  - Does sell gas
Government Offices in Frisco
- Denton County Tax Office
  - SW corner of Lebanon Rd & FM 423
- US Post Office
  - 8811 Teel Pkway #100, Frisco, TX 75036
  - SW corner of Main St & Teel Pkway
Grocery stores in West Frisco
- HEB
  - North side of Frisco Main Street and Legacy
  - King Rd --> Frisco Main Street
  - East of the very top of Del Webb
- India Bazaar
  - NW corner of King/Main St & 423
- Kroger
  - 3205 Main St, Frisco, TX 75034
  - SE corner of Main St and Teel Pkway
  - Sells gasoline
- Tom Thumb (5550 FM 423)
  - Near SE corner of FM 423 and Lebanon Rd
  - South of Del Webb
- Walmart 75036
  - SE corner of Main St and W Stonebrook Pkway
  - Across the street from Del Webb
  - Does sell gasoline
Grocery stores in East Frisco
- 99 Ranch on NE corner of Preston and Warren Pkway
  - FM 423 south to Lebanon Rd
  - Lebanon Rd east to Preston
  - Preston Rd south to Warren Pkway
- ALDI
  - 6951 Preston Rd, Frisco, TX 75034
  - Stonebrook Pkwy E ==> under DNT ==> Preston Rd S ==> behind Taco Bell
- Walmart 75034
  - 8555 Preston Rd, Frisco, TX 75034
  - Stonebrook Pkway E ==> Preston Rd S ==>
    SW corner behind Dunkin Donuts
Grocery stores in north Frisco and Little Elm
- ALDI (closest one)
  - 2650 Little Elm Parkway, Little Elm, TX 75068
  - NW corner of FM 423 and Little Elm Pkway (Little Elm)
- Costco
  - SE corner of DNT and Eldorado Pkway
- HEB, north Frisco
  - SW corner of 423 and 380 (WAY NORTH)
- Kroger
  - NW corner of FM 423 and Little Elm Pkway (Little Elm)
  - Huge store with clothes and shoes
- Sprouts
  - NW corner of Eldorado and Teel Pkway (east of FM 423)
- Target
  - SE corner of Legacy and Eldorado Pkway
  - Legacy Dr N ==> Veneto Dr E into the parking lot
- Walmart
  - NE corner of FM 423 and Eldorado Pkway
Home Improvement stores in north Frisco
- Big Box Stores
  - Home Depot
    - 5995 Eldorado Plway, Frisco, TX 75033
    - SE corner of Eldorado Pkway and DNT (west of Frisco St)
    - Stonebrook Pkway E ==> Legacy N ==> Eldorado Pkway E ==>
      under DNT E ==> Woodsboro Way S ==> store
  - Lowes
    - 2773 E. Eldorado Pkway, Little Elm, TX 75068
    - NW corner of Eldorado Pkway and FM 423
    - Closer than Home Depot
    - FM 423 N ==> past Main St ==> Eldorado Pkway W
- Paint
  - Sherman-Williams
    - NW corner of Stonebrook Pkway and FM 423
    - 8075 FM 423, Stuite 130, Frisco, TX 75036
    - M-F: 7am-6pm; Sat: 8am-5pm; Sun: 10am-4pm
    - 469-362-3428
Misc stores in north Frisco
- Academy Sports
  - SE corner of FM 423 and 380 (WAY NORTH)
- AT&T Store
  - 8425 FM 423, Ste 100, Frisco, TX 75036
  - SW corner of FM 423 and Old Newman Rd (north of Stonebrook Pkway)
  - FM 423 N ==> Stonebrook Pkway W ==> immediately N on Judges Way ==>
    (north of Rushing Water and south of Old Newman Rd)
  - 972-987-5269
  - Mon-Sat: 10:00am - 8:00pm
  - Sun: 12:00pm - 6:00pm
- Best Buy
  - 5299 Eldorado Pkway, Frisco, TX 75033
  - SW corner of Eldorado Pkway and DNT
- Costco
  - SE corner of Eldorado Pkway & DNT
- H&R Block
  - 8161 FM 423, Suite 220, Frisco, TX 75036
  - 214-785-6928
  - NW corner of Stonebrook Pkway and FM 423
- Hobby Lobby
  - SW corner of FM 423 and Eldorado Pkway
- Office Depot
  - 2930 PRESTON ROAD SUITE 700, FRISCO, TX 75034
  - SE corner of Preston Rd & Gaylord Pkway
  - Preston S ==> Gaylord Pkway
- Sally's Beauty Supply
  - SE corner of Eldorado Pkway and Legacy (just west of DNT)
  - Next to Target and Best Buy
- Staples
  - 3333 Preston Rd, Frisco, TX 75034
  - NE corner of Parkwood Blvd and Gaylord Pkway
- The UPS Store
  - South of FM 423 and Lebanon
- T Mobile Store
  - NW corner of Stonebrook Pkway & FM 423
  - SW corner of Preston & Stonebrook Pkway
- Vitamin Shoppe
  - 2995 Preston Rd, Suite 1540, Frsico, TX 75034
  - Legacy S ==> Warren Pkway E ==> Preston S ==>
    past Gaylord Pkway ==> SW corner
Walmarts
- 75036
  - Walmart 75036 (Supercenter #2463)
    - 355 Stonebrook Pkwy, Frisco, TX 75036
    - SE corner of Main St and W Stonebrook Pkway
    - Across the street from Del Webb
    - Does sell gasoline
  - Walmart 75036 (The Colony, Supercenter #)
    - 4691 State Hwy 121, The Colony, TX 75056
- 75033
  - Walmart 75033 (Supercenter #3777)
    - 12220 FM 423, Frisco, TX 75033
    - NE corner of FM 423 and Eldorado Pkway
    - Does sell gas
- 75034
  - Walmart 75034 (Supercenter #5866)
    - 8555 Preston Rd, Frisco, TX 75034
    - Stonebrook Pkway E ==> Preston Rd S ==>
      SW corner behind Dunkin Donuts
- 75035
  - Walmart 75035 (Supercenter #202)
    - 16066 State Highway 121, Frisco, TX, 75035
    - NW corner of SH 121 and Custer Rd
Grocery stores in Carrollton
- 99 Ranch
- Carrollton Plaza Viet My
- H Mart

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FL Contacts

ADT Alarm Sales
- Safe Haven Security
  - Keyla Patterson
  - 1-816-384-6822
  - They will give me "free equipment"
  - Requires a multi-year monthly monitoring contract
  - Monitoring fees are high compared to other providers
  - MySafeHaven.com (12/24)
  - Save Haven Security @ nerdwallet.com (12/24)
Carpet
- Clean
- Purchase
  - Kat Krug @ Allen Pro Source
  - 469-438-0368
  - katherinek@prosourcetexas.com
Dryer Vent Cleaning
- DryerFigher.com (12/24)
- 817-896-3814 (text preferred)
- DryerFighterTX@gmail.com
- Contract Dryer Fighter (12/24)
Gutters
- Vince Ussery
- 469-576-2245
- vince.abugutter@outlook.com
HVAC
- Honeywell controller
  - Honeywell WIFI 7-Day Programmable Thermostat @ honeywellhome.com (11/24)
  - RTH6500WF Smart Series User Guide (11/24)
  - Secret code for the Honeywell thermostat
    - First try 1234 as the passcode (the master code)
    - Second, look inside the thermostat for a 4-digit date code; add 1234 to that date code
  - To permanently ignore the schedule, press up or down until the desired temperature
    is displayed. Then, press the Hold button to maintain the new temperature indefinitely.
    The word HOLD will appear on the screen. Press the Run button if you wish to cancer
    either override and resume the schedule.
- Airtron
  - 972-276-2117
  - Airtron Dallas (11/24)
Inspector
- Bill Figueroa (SpectX Property Inspections)
  - 469-569-6945
  - billfig@usa.net
  - SpectX (11/24)
Landscape
- A&E EverGreen -- Antonio Cruz
  - Cell: 469-602-3395
  - antonio.cruz9370@gmail.com
  - Mowing, Trimming, Tree Work, Irrigation, Fertilizer, Stone Work, Enhancements
- Sprinkler
  - Hunter Pro-C
  - Hunter Industries (11/24)
  - Pro-C Manual (11/24)
Mover
- Rubin
Painter
- P & B Painting and Repairs
  - Pablo & Blanca
  - Office: 972-329-7363
  - Cell: 214-403-8928
  - blancabarreto971@gmail.com
  - Blanca Barreto (coordinator)
Plumber
- Angel Navarro
  - 214-228-8122
  - 170 Glen Knoll Dr, Wylie 75098
  - Also does light electrical
Real Estate Agent
- Kirk Scott
  - 972-818-1414
  - Kirk@KirkScottRealtors.com
  - Ebby Halliday agent
Resurface Countertop & Sink
- Ed Hairston (Perfect Surface)
- 972-877-0239
Tile & Tub
- Ed Hairston (Perfect Surface)
  - 972-877-0239
  - Resurface countertop and sink
- Jose Del Angel (J.J.)
  - 214-991-4548
  - Lay the kitchen tile
  - Also can repair a roof
Windows, Clean

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Frisco Lakes Information

Information
- 9 Things They Wish They Knew Before Moving to at 55+ Community @ youtube.com (06/24)
- Avoid Living in a 55+ Community @ youtube.com (10/24)
- Pros and Cons of Del Webb Communities @ educationalwave.com (06/24)
  - The homes are customizable with a 10-year transferrable warranty
  - Del Webb is part of the PulteGroup
- Frisco Lakes Demographics @ point2homes.com (06/24)
- Frisco Lakes @ 55places.com (06/24)
  - Construction dates: 2006-2020
  - Is NOT gated
- Del Webb HOA (10/24)
Frisco Lakes Portals
- Frisco Lakes Community Association (Active Net) (12/24)
- Frisco Lakes Community Association Sign In (Active Net) (12/24)
  - Signed up for the AMC Workshop
- Architectural Modification Committee (AMC)
  - Modification Application Workshop (12/24)
    - Jan 9, 2025 at 9 am
    - Social Room I, Social Room II
    - Northside Village Center, 7955 Anthem Drive 972-403-8283
Directions
- Directions using DNT
  - North on DNT to Stonebrook Pkway
  - West on Lebanon Rd to 423 (then north to Del Webb)
    OR
    West on Stonebrook Pkway to 423 (then south to Del Webb)
- Directions using Josey Lane
  - North on Josey Lane (which turns into Main Street north of 121)
  - Continue north past S Colony Blvd, N Colony Blvd, Lone Star Ranch Blvd,
    Lebanon Rd, and Aspen Lane
  - Turn left (west) at Del Webb Blvd
- Directions using Midway Lane
  - North on Midway Lane to Spring Creek Pkwy
  - North on Tennyson Pkwy (name change from Midway Lane)
  - Left onto Corporate Drive
  - Left onto Legacy Drive
  - North on Legacy Drive to Lebannon Rd
  - Right (west) on Lebannon Rd to FM 423 (Main St)
  - North on FM 423 to Del Webb Blvd
Neighborhood Maps (75034 and 75036)
- Frisco Zip Codes @ frisco.com (10/24)
- Frisco Lakes Overview Map 2016 (PDF) (06/24)
- Frisco Lakes 2023 (06/24)
- Neighborhood 1 Lazy Rock Lane (06/24)
- Neighborhood 2 (06/24)
- Neighborhood 3 Fish Hook Lane; Trout Lane (06/24)
- Neighborhood 4 Shore Shadows Lane (06/24)
- Neighborhood 5 (06/24)
- Neighborhood 6 (06/24)
- Neighborhood 7 Honeybee Lane (06/24)
- Neighborhood 8 Honeybee Lane (06/24)
- Neighborhood 9 (06/24)
- Neighborhood 10 (06/24)
- Neighborhood 11 Dexter Lane (06/24)
- Neighborhood 14 Celebration Drive (06/24)
- Neighborhood 15 (06/24)
- Neighborhood 18 Faldo Court; Birmingham Forest Drive (06/24)
- Neighborhood 19 (06/24)
- Neighborhood 21 Hogan Court (06/24)
- Neighborhood 22 (06/24)
- Neighborhood 23 (06/24)
- Neighborhood 24 (11/24)
- Neighborhood 25 (06/24)
- Neighborhood 26 Montague Lane (06/24)
- Neighborhood 27 Oakmont Drive (06/24)
- Neighborhood 28 (06/24)
- Neighborhood 29 (06/24)
- Neighborhood 31 Marble Ridge (06/24)
- Neighborhood 33 (06/24)
- Neighborhood 35 Marsh Point Drive (06/24)
Floor Plans
- Floor Plans @ thestacygoup.com (06/24)

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Favorite Houses in Frisco Lakes

Synopsis of Favorite Houses
- Taft Street floor plan
  - 2014, 2017, & 2018; 2/2/2; 1675-1708 sq ft; $399,900-$430,000
  - 2nd living room is 12 1/2' x 17'
  - Island faces a double-door pantry
  - FREESTANDING GAS RANGE
  - Sink under the window
  - Wood everywhere except bedrooms
  - No tub in master
  - Office does not have a door (sometimes it does)
  - Can have plantation shutters
  - Does not have a patio
  - Backs onto Frisco Lakes Dr or Anthem Dr
  - Neighborhoods 3, 24 & 35
Taft Street floor plan
- 3252 Fish Hook Ln, Frisco, TX (realtor.com) (11/24)
- 3252 Fish Hook Ln, Frisco, TX (Zillow) (11/24)
  - 2/2/2; 1675 sq ft; built in 2017; N3; $440,000
  - $450,000 (Aug 2024) --> $440,000 (Oct 2024)
  - NEIGHBORHOOD 3
  - OFFICE DOES HAVE A DOOR
  - FREESTANDING GAS RANGE
  - Wood floors and WHITE KITCHEN; plantation shutters
  - Tankless water heater
  - Sprinkler system
  - OPEN HOUSE: Sat (Nov 2) 2-3pm; Sun (Nov 3) 2-3pm
- 7268 Ponte Vedra Dr, Frisco, TX 75036 (realtor.com) (10/24)
  - 3/2/2; 1708 sq ft; built in 2014; $399,900
  - Price: $440,000 (July) ==> $399,900 (Oct)
  - NEIGHBORHOOD 24
  - Former Pulte Model Home with EXTENDED 2nd Living Room
  - Wood floors in the Great Room, kitchen, and sunroom
  - Pull-down shades
  - L-shaped kitchen; island faces a double-door pantry
  - FREESTANDING GAS RANGE
  - Rock wall in office (9' x 11'); no door; has closet
  - OFFICE DOES NOT HAVE A DOOR
  - Bedrooom #2: 10' x 10'
  - Living room wall (front to back): 12' wall; laundry door; 9' wall; pantry doors
  - Double-door pantry is across from the island
  - Master: 13' x 14 1/2'
  - Master closet: 5' x 8'
  - Master bathroom has a shower and NO tub; it has oiled bronze fixtures
  - 2nd Living Room: 12 1/2' x 17' (room, not a sunroom)
  - Does not have ANY patio
  - Washer, dryer, and refrigerator could convey (for a good price)
  - Hot water heater is tanked and in the garage
  - Bought in 2019
  - Back door faces Frisco Lakes Dr, and is across from the main building
  - Near the main building and Frisco Lakes Drive; car noise
  - Like this one
  - Seller is offering a buyer's agent commission
  - Russ Barbour 945-304-7430 (Keller Williams Legacy; showed the house on 10/26/2024)
  - Open house: Sat 10/26 (1pm-3pm)
- 8878 Shore Crest Rd, Frisco, TX (realtor.com) (10/24)
  - NEIGHBORHOOD 35
  - Plantation shutters
  - OFFICE DOES NOT HAVE A DOOR
  - L-shaped kitchen; island faces a double-door pantry
  - FREESTANDING GAS RANGE
  - Seller to include washer, dryer and refrigerator with acceptable offer
  - New carpet and paint in both bedrooms, July 2024
  - Sunroom is more like a "room"
  - Back door faces Anthem Dr

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7268 Ponte Vedra

7268 Ponte Vedra Dr, Frisco, TX 75036 (realtor.com) (10/24)
- 3/2/2; 1708 sq ft; built in 2014; $399,900
- Price: $440,000 (July) ==> $399,900 (Oct)
- Zestimate is $388,700 (range of $369,000-$408,000) on Zillow (108 days on Zillow; 11/06)
- NEIGHBORHOOD 24
- Taft Street floor plan
- Former Pulte Model Home with EXTENDED 2nd Living Room
- Wood floors in the Great Room, kitchen, and sunroom
- Pull-down shades
- Hardware is oil-rubbed bronze (much too dark)
- L-shaped kitchen; island faces a double-door pantry
- 30" FREESTANDING GAS RANGE
- Rock wall in office (9' x 11'); no door; has closet
- OFFICE DOES NOT HAVE A DOOR
- Bedrooom #2: 10' x 10'
- Living room wall (front to back): 9 1/2' wall; laundry door; 7' wall; pantry doors
- Double-door pantry (4' wide) is across from the island (88" x 46")
- Master: 13' x 14 1/2'
- Master wall: 6" wall; 36" window; 77" wall; 36" window; 6" wall
- Master closet: 5' x 8'; it is MUCH TOO DARK
- Bedroom #2 closet: 5'
- Coat closet: 38"
- Linen closet: 42"
- Master bathroom has a shower and NO tub; it has oiled bronze fixtures
- 2nd Living Room: 12 1/2' x 17' (room, not a sunroom)
- Does not have ANY patio
- Washer, dryer, and refrigerator could convey (for a good price)
- Hot water heater is tanked and in the garage; installed in 2014
- HVAC has 2014 inside coil condenser, and 2019 outside condenser unit
- Bought in 2019
- Back door faces Frisco Lakes Dr, and is across from the main building
- Near the Amenity Center and Frisco Lakes Drive
- Seller is offering a buyer's agent commission
- Russ Barbour 945-304-7430 (Keller Williams Legacy; showed the house on 10/26/2024)
- Open house: Sat 10/26 (1pm-3pm)
- Nick McCoy 972-599-7000 is the listing agent (Keller Williams Legacy)
HVAC
- 2014 inside coil; 2019 outside condenser unit

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Changes, for Ponte Vedra

Exterior
- Wash the outside of the door; paint the inside door white
- Remove the big conifer in front of the porch
- Remove the decorative grass in front of the porch
- Fix the "stone porch" in the back
- Add Red Yuca around the yard
- Plant mint around the house
  - Mints @ hortipm.tamu.edu (11/24)
    - They prefer some shade, but will grow amply in full sun
    - To grow mint plants from seed, sow 1/8" deep, barely covering with fine soil,
      and keep moist
    - Seeds will germinate in ten to twenty days
  - Mint @ centraltexasgardener.org (11/24)
    - In scorching-hot Texas, my mint does much better with about half a day of shade
    - To keep it bushy, pinch or cut back frequently
    - It can be invasive
    - Starting from a plant is much faster
  - Growing Mint @ bonnieplants.com (11/24)
- Mouse/Rat Repellent
  - Shake-Away Repellent Granules for Rodents at Ace Hardware (Old Denton & Frankford; $22.99) (11/24)
  - Mouse Repellent Pouches @ homedepot.com (4PK; $14.99) (11/24)
- Leaf Bags
  - Ace Ampac 30 gal Lawn & Leaf Bags, Flap Tie @ acehardware.com (5 pk; $2.99) (11/24)
    - 25 pk; $14.99 (same price)
Kitchen
- Kitchen: run 240-volt line from the garage to the kitchen
- Get electric range
  - GE 30" Glass Top 4-Element 5.3 ct ft Free Standing Electric Range @ lowes.com ($579.00) (11/24)
    - Steam cleans
    - Drawer to store pans
  - GE 30" Glass Top 5-Element 5.3 cu ft Self Cleaning Electric Range @ lowes ($779.00) (11/24)
    - NOT THIS ONE!
    - Knobs on front of range
    - Need Trim Kit for the back of the range ($106)
    - Knobs turn on while you are using the oven
  - Frigidaire 30" Electric Range @ lowes.com ($629.00) (11/24)
    - EasyCare Stainless Steel Finish which resists fingerprints
    - 5 elements; Steam Clean; storage drawer; 5.3 cu ft
    - Lower heating elements are beneath the oven floor (smooth surface)
    - CONTROLS ARE IN FRONT OF THE ELEMENTS; does have control lockout
    - Power cord sold separately
    - Power source: plug-in
    - Simmer element
    - No app; no bluetooth; no Wi-Fi
    - Hitting Start after setting the clock, as per the guide, causes a blinking
      light above Start to appear. I then hit Stop to turn off the light. This saved the
      change I made to the clock time.
    - The only fault is that there is no sealed molding around the cooktop
    - The burners are almost as responsive as gas
    - The front lip becomes very hot
    - When the oven is on the stovetop knob gets so hot that you will burn your fingers
- Tile the kitchen floor
  - 180 sq ft of tile; 1 bag of grout; 2 grout caulk
  - Jose Del Angel (J.J.); 214-991-4598
- Kitchen needs new faucet (brushed nickel?)
  - Delta Collins Lever Single-Handle Standard Kitchen Faucet in Stainless @ homedepot.com ($142.13) (11/24)
    - 96 available at West Plano store
  - Sink Faucet Aerator, 720-degree Swivel @ amazon.com ($18.99) (11/24)
    - Bubbling water flow and pressurized spray
    - Made of solid brass, and 5-layer electroplating
    - 55/64"-27 Female Thread Aerator
    - 15/16"-27 Male Threaded Adapter is included
    - If you faucet is female thread, use the adapter (included) to connect
    - May need black ring around the adapter
    - What You Need to Know About Faucet Aerators @ blog.conservationmart.com (11/24)
      - Male aerator has threads on the outside of the aerator;
        in the US, the thread size is 15/16 inch - 27 (Delta aerators are male)
      - Female aerator had threads on the inside of the aerator;
        in the US, the thread size is 55/64 - 27
      - A dual-thread aerator allows you to fit into both male and female spouts
- Pantry needs new FIXED (dummy) handles (brushed nickel, not dark oiled bronze)
  - Kwikset Balboa Satin Nickel Left-Handed Dummy Door Handle @ lowes.com ($12.48) (11/24)
  - Kwikset Balboa Satin Nickel Right-Handed Dummy Door Handle @ lowes.com ($12.48) (11/24)
- Protection for stainless steel divided sink
  - MEASURE SINK
  - Snuggery 2PCS Silicone Sink Protector 12"x14" Rear Drain Hole @ amazon.com ($17.99) (11/24)
- Refrigerators
  - In the kitchen
    - Frigidaire Gallery GRSS2652AF3 (manufactured in 07/2023)
    - Side-by-side
      - Frigidaire Gallery 25.6 cu ft @ frigidaire.com ($1,198) (11/24)
      - Frigidaire GRSS2652AF manual (11/24)
  - In the garage
    - Whirlpool
    - WRF535SWBM00 (11/24)
    - Whirlpool WRF535SMBM User Manual (11/24)
    - Ice maker doesn't work(?)
Lighting
- Need smoke detectors
- Master closet is MUCH TOO DARK; needs new light fixture or can lights
- Living Room, 2nd Living Room, and Master Bedroom have 52" bronze ceiling fans
  - We are keeping those
- Bedroom #2
  - Has a brown ceiling fan with lights
  - Lumens to watts Conversion Chart @ voltlighting.com (11/24)
    - LED lights are about 7 times more efficient at producing light
    - 60-watt incandenscent bulb ~= 9-watt LED light
  - Needs a flush-mount ceiling light
Bathrooms
- Master bathroom
  - Change shower nozzle to hand-held unit (in the future)
  - Moen HydroEnergetix Bronze 4.75" Fixed Shower Head @ lowes.com ($44.98) (11/24)
  - Remove the headknocker cabinet
- Bathroom #2
  - Remove the headknocker cabinet
Bedrooms
- Bedroom #2
  - Add a small, white ceiling LIGHT, not a ceiling fan
  - Find small 3-cube storage or dresser (white, <18" wide)
  - Find small nightstand (white, <18" wide)
Office
- Add a pair of doors (with windows) to the office
  - Looking at the CLOSED door, the hinges are visible on the LEFT side, and the
    knob is visible on the RIGHT side
  - I want a RIGHT HAND door
  - Determing the Hand of a Door @ naturalhandyman.com (11/24)
- Lowes
  - JELD-WEN ReliaBilt Colonist Primed 6-Panel Prehung Door 36"x80" ($144.00) (11/24)
    - Right Hand door (knob on left and opens into the Living Room)
    - In Stock: 32"x80" , 34"x80", and 36"x80"
    - In stock at Carrollton Lowes
    - Needs oiled bronze handle (lever)
Carpentry
- Remove two headknocker cabinets
Carpet and Paint
- Bedrooms need new carpet
- Paint the whole house
- Fill in holes in the walls

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Colors, for Ponte Vedra

Outside of the house
- Outside trim is SW 7037: Balanced Beige (11/24)
- Other outside trim is SW7036: Accessible Beige (lighter than my house)
- Wash the outside of the house
- Paint the INSIDE of the front door white (like the other doors)
Possible Carpet Colors
- Carpet @ 3644 Amber Hills Drive: Mohawk Horizon SP50 03 (F) (11/24)
- ProSource of Allen (11/24)
  - 25 Prestige Circle, Allen, TX 75002
  - Parkwood N ==> Windhaven Pkway E ==> merge with Spring Creek Pkway E ==>
    under 75 E ==> Ave K N (left) ==> becomes S Greenville Ave N ==> cross Bethany Dr N ==>
    NW corner of Prestige Circle & Greenville Ave (next to Caliber Collision)
  - Mon-Fri: 8:00am-5:00pm (Tue & Thu until 7:00pm)
  - 972-449-0356
  - Kat Krug; 469-438-0368; katherinek@prosourcetexas.com
  - Carpet was Canyon Lake (style); Calm Ivory (color)
Tile Color
- Travertini Bianco Porcelain Tile @ flooranddeccor.com (12"x24"; $2.69/sq ft) (11/24)
- Tile was Forum Silver (912102825; $1.99/sq ft); grout was Ivory (not the lighter Alabaster)
Wall Colors
- SW7006 Extra White (trim) (11/24)
- SW 7567 Natural Tan (11/24)

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Bathrooms

Bathroom Storage
Freestanding Toilet Paper Holder
- 1436BZ Gatco 22"H Bronze Floor Standing Toilet Tissue Holder @ wayfair.com ($37.22) (12/24)
- Gatco 1436BZ Bronze Toilet Paper Holder @ amazon.com ($37.22) (12/24)
  - Bought this one on 12/5/2024 from Amazon
Shelf Liner
- Xtreme Mats Beige 0.75" H x 28.25" W x 19.25" D @ wayfair.com ($44.95) (11/24)
  - For Bonnie's vanity floor
- Duck EasyLiner Smooth Top, White, 12" x 20 ft @ walmart.com (Frisco H17; $12.48) (12/24)
- Duck EasyLiner Smooth Top, White, 20" x 18 ft @ walmart.com (Frisco H17; $16.97) (12/24)
- Duck Clear Classic 24" x 10 ft @ lowes.com (Carrollton Lowes Aisle 14 | Bay 24;
  Frisco Aisle 34 | Bath 10) (12/24)
Shower Curtain Rings
- Amazer Plastic Shower Curtain Rings, Clear, 24 Pieces @ amazon.com ($6.94) (12/24)
  - Bought this from Amazon on 12/5/2024
Gerber Toilet
- Gerber toilets (12/24)
- The model number is located on the back wall inside the tank, near the water line
- Gerber Maxwell series 28-990 (tank); 1.28 gpf/4.8 Lpf; 1.5 gpf/6.0 Lpf
- Toilet itself is 16 1/4" tall (ADA height -- 15-17 inches)
- Opening is 15 1/2" long x 11" wide (oval opening)
- Holes are 5 1/2" apart
- From holes ==> front of bowl is ~19" long (elongated is 18 9/16" long)
- Current seat is 17 1/2" long x 14 1/4" wide
- Current lid is 16" long x ~12" wide
Gerber Toilet Seat
- G0099213 Gerber Slow Close, Elongated, Non-Slip, Plastic, White Toilet Seat @ wayfair.com ($72.80) (12/24)
- Gerber 99-213 Slow Close, Elongated, Non-Slip, Plastic, White Toilet Sea @ gerberparts.com ($96.01) (12/24)
- Spec Sheet for Gerber Elongated Toilet Seat (12/24)
  - Length: 18 5/8" - 18 7/8" (front to center of mounting holes)
  - Width: 14" (some people said this was a little too narrow)
- Gerber G0099213 Slow Close, Elongated Toilet Seat with Cover, White @ amazon.com ($72.80) (12/24)
  - Product Dimensions: 18.88"L x 14"W
  - This Gerber toilet seat does not fit my toilet like the original one. While it says
    it is 14 inches wide, that is the seat cover. The actual seat is only about 13 1/2 inches
    wide and does not fully cover the sides of the bowl. It is also not as comfortable as my
    original one because it is narrower.
  - Could be a touch wider to be a perfect fit on our toilet.
- BEMIS Kimball Soft Close Elongated Toilet Set @ homedepot.com (Carrollton Aisle 29 | Bay 015;$29.98) (12/24)
  - 19 in x 14.313 in x 1.938 in
- American Standard 5503A00B.020 Slow Elongated Toilet Seat, White @ amazon.com ($28.01) (12/24)
  - Product Dimensions: 18.63"L x 14.19"W
  - Length: 17 1/5" (from the front to the center of the mounting holes)
  - Width: 14 3/16"
  - Only two bumpers
- Mayfair Caswell Elongated, Slow Close, Plastic, White @ amazon.com ($29.99) (12/24)
  - Product Dimensions: 18.63"L x 14.31"W
  - FITS ALL ELONGATED TOILETS: Including Kohler, American Standard, TOTO and many more
  - Is adjustable
  - Seems flimsy; plastic bends; loses the soft-close feature in time
  - Only two bumpers
- Kohler Brevia Elongated Toilet Seat @ lowes.com ($31.98) (12/24)
  - 18" long x 14 3/16" wide x 13/16" tall
Other Toilet Seats
- Kohler Brevia 8482 Quiet Close Round Front Toilet Seat @ lowes.com (Little Elm; Aisle 45 | Bay 3; $27.98) (12/24)
- Kohler Hyten Soft Close Round "Elevated" Seat @ lowes.com (pickup in Little Elm; $50.00) (12/24)
  - Kohler Hyten Seat @ homedepot.com (shipped to store or delivered; $49.98) (12/24)
  - Kohler Hyten Seat @ amazon.com ($49.98) (12/24)
  - 3-inch height boost
  - 17 1/4" L x 15 3/16" W x 3" H (16.75" L x 14.44" W x 3" H)
  - Grip-Tight installation is done from above the bowl
  - Quiet-close round-front lid and seat prevents slamming
  - You kind of have to stay more forward when sitting, than on a regular seat
  - The hardware is metal with silicone washers. Bolts screw into real anchors not
    flimsy plastic. Very sturdy installation.
  - Installation Guide (12/24)
  - Dimensions (12/24)

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Fireplace

Mantel Trim Surround
- Abbotsford Electric Fireplace Stove Mantel Trim Surround @ amazon.com ($259.00) (12/24)
  - 42" H x 43" (45") W x 15" D
  - White gloss or warm cherry
- Brekenridge Electric Fireplace Surround, Rustic White @ amazon.com ($274.64) (12/24)
  - Mantel: 42" W x 37" H x 12" D
  - Fireplace: 24.8" W x 20.4" H x 6.4" D
  - 32" LED TV is 18.8" high and 28.8" wide
- Pearl STANDARD Mantels ARYB48525 Mantel Surround @ amazon.com ($378.00) (12/24)
  - Interior Opening 48" W x 42" H
  - 32" LED TV is 18.8" high and 28.8" wide
Mantel with Electric Fireplace
- R.W.Flame 43" Electric Fireplace Mantel @ amazon.com ($259.99) (12/24)
  - 13.7" D x 43.3" W x 39.6" H
  - Firebox is 19" W x 23" H
  - 32" LED TV is 18.8" high and 28.8" wide (rotate 90 degrees?)
DIY LED Fireplace
- Decoracion de Navidad / Chimenea (Falsa) @ youtube.com (12/24)
- DIY Cardboard Fireplace by Mimose Decor @ youtube.com (12/24)
  - Box size: length 40 cm, width 30.5 cm, and height 23 cm
  - Fill boxes with syrofoam to make them rigid and strong
  - Tape the boxes shut
  - Tape/glue two boxes end-to-end to make one side; repeat for second side
  - Cover the two "cardboard towers" in thick white cardboard
  - Cut a piece of cardboard with an arched opening for the front of the fireplace
  - Glue arch to the two towers
  - Make the inside (underneath ceiling) of the arch
  - Glue the arch to the two towers
  - Make the back wall of the fireplace
- DIY Faux Fireplace Made from LaughCryDIY @ youtube.com (12/24)
  - * feet x 4 feet x 2" thick insulation board from the hardware store ($26.00)
  - She put joint compound on the fake brick (on top of the insulation board)
  - She painted the fireplace a creamy white
- DIY Super Realistic Faux Fireplace by Irene's DIY Addiction @ youtube.com (12/24)
  - She is uses XPS insulation foam boards (3 boards 24" x 48" x 0.8" thick)
  - The Firebox (12/24)
  - The Columns (2 pieces) (12/24)
  - The Upper Part (top and upper sides) (12/24)
  - The Lower Part (top, front panel, and sides) (12/24)
- Faux Fireplace with a 32" Flat Screen TV by The Rocket Scientist @ youtube.com (12/24)
  - 32" LED TV is 18.8" high and 28.8" wide
- How to Make a Dollar Tree Cardboard Holiday Fireplace @ youtube.com (12/24)
  - You need six boxes that are 5" x 12" x 19.5"
    - The height of the firebox is 19.5" (perfect)
    - The width of the firebox is 29" (very close to perfect)
    - Fireplace surround would be 29.5" high and 39" wide
    - If we built a "floor" that was 5" high, the fireplace would be 34.5" high
  - Close and tape 6 cardboard boxes
  - Tape two boxes together, long side touching
  - Repeat the process with another two boxes
  - Tape the two "double-box" blocks together, end-to-end
  - You have made the top of the mantel surround
  - Lay the four-box block on its side
  - Attach the two remaining boxes vertically to form the two sides of the surround
  - Cover the boxes with "brick" wallpaper
  - Add black paper to form the inside back wall of the fireplace surround
  - Art3d 3"x6" Peel and Stick Tile in Rust Slate @ amazon.com ($49.99) (12/24)
- How to Turn Your TV into a Virtual Fireplace @ howtogeek.com (12/24)
- What's With All of the Faux Fireplaces? @ youtube.com (12/24)

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Furniture, Bedding

What to Keep in Ponte Vedra
- Rug and pillows in the Living Room (match the rug)
- Barstools (for Amber Hills)
- Weird light in the Second Living Room
- Rug in the Second Living Room
Staging
- Master Bedroom
  - Exclusivo Full/Queen Quilt, Brich Beige @ walmart.com ($27.99) (11/24)
    - 1 quilt and 2 pillow shams
    - Arrives overnight
  - Bare Home White/Taupe Bed Skirt @ walmart.com (15" drop; $17.99) (11/24)
Mike's Bedroom
- New navy bedskirt
- Reuse solid side of comforter
- Better Homes & Gardens Euro Pillow Insert, 26" x 26" @ walmart.com (need 2; $7.98) (11/24)
- Microfiber Euro Pillow Shams, Navy @ walmart.com ($9.99) (11/24)
Bonnie's Bedroom
- Bare Home White/Taupe Bed Skirt @ walmart.com (15" drop; $17.99) (11/24)
- Two new pillows (for Roman Roll)
- Decorative pillows
- ORGANIZE IT ALL Chrome Metal Hangers @ homedepot.com ($13.80) (11/24)
Narrow Nightstand
- Mainstays Ardent Open Shelf Nightstand, White @ walmart.com ($39.00) (11/24)
  - Overall Dimensions: 20.5" H x 15.5" W x 15.5" D
Dresser for tiny bedroom
- Better Homes & Gardens 3-Cube Storage Organizer, White Texture @ walmart.com ($54.44) (11/24)
  - Assembled dimensions: 16.42" w x 15.35" d x 43.35" h
  - Features three 13" x 15" x 13" compartments
  - Compatible with Better Homes & Gardens Cube Storage Bins
  - Easy to assemble with included instructions (hammer, Phillips head screwdriver
    & flat head screwdriver required)
  - White Texture (BHD036118664010)
  - Assembly Instructions (11/24)
- Better Homes & Gardens H Shelf Insert @ walmart.com ($14.84) (11/24)
  - WON'T WORK WITH BH&G STORAGE CUBES
  - Inside dimension is 12.25" w x 15.3" d x 6.3" h
  - Can pickup at Dallas Supercenter today
- JAKAGO Fabric Storage Bins, 4, Low-Beige @ amazon.com ($22.99) (11/24)
  - Dimensions are 15.35"L x 11.42"W x 5.51"H
  - WILL work with H insert
Dryer Enclosure

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Kitchen

Electric Range
- GE Profile Electric Cooktop (at Amber Hills) (12/24)
  - Elements
    - Left Front 6" 1200W
    - Left Rear 8" 2500W -- Power Boil
    - Right Front 12"/9" 2700W
    - Right Rear 6" 1200W
  - Power
    - Amp Rating at 208V: 30 watts
    - Amp Rating at 240V: 40 watts
- Samsung
  - Samsung 6.3 cu ft Self & Steam Cleaning Air Fry Convection Oven @ lowes.com ($799.99 until Dec 11, then $1249.00) (12/24)
    - Item #3648609 | Model #NE63A6711SS
    - Removable Non-stick Griddle
    - Convection+
    - Flexible 5-Burner Cooktop
    - Air fry tray included
    - Five burners
      - Right Front: 6"/9"/12" Triple Ring Burner, 3000 W
      - Left Front: Griddle Burner, 1800 W
      - Right Rear: 6", 1200 W
      - Left Rear: Griddle Burner, 1800 W
      - Center: Warming Center, 100 W
    - Hidden bake element
  - User Manual (12/24)
  - Dimensions Guide (12/24)
  - Warranty Guide (12/24)
- Miscellaneous
  - Stove Top Covers for Electric Stove @ amazon.com ($19.99) (12/24)
    - 28" L x 20" W x 1" thick

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Lights & Miscellaneous

Lights & Bulbs
- Allen+Roth 13" 2-Light Oil Rubbed Bronze Alabaster Flush Mount Light @ lowes.com ($39.98)
  - Item #: 423823; Aisle 13 | Bay 17
  - GE Relax 60 Watt EQ A15 Soft F0rmyh0m3White Transparent LED Lights, 2 pack @ lowes.com ($9.98) (11/24)
    - Aisle 9 | Bay 5
Miscellaneous
- Project Source 2-Step White Plastic Foldable Step Stool @ lowes.com ($28.98) (11/24)
  - Aisle 19 | Bay 17
- Guia 14.5" W x 13" H Indoor/Outdoor Ceramic Cylinder Planter @ homedepot.com ($39.97) (12/24)

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Plants

Nurseries
- Calloway's Garden Center & Nursery (Little Elm, TX)
  - 1801 FM 423, Little Elm, TX 75068
  - SE corner of FM 423 and Martin Way
  - ~2000 feet north of Frisco Main Street
  - Matrix pansies are $1.99 each
- Cristina's Garden Center (11/24)
  - 14400 Preston Rd, Frisco, TX 75034
    - Mon-Sat: 8:00am-4:00pm; Sun: 10:00am-4:00pm
    - NE corner of Preston Rd and Corinth Ln
    - E on Eldorado Pkway ==> Preston Rd N ==>
      past Panther Creek Pkway ==> north of Corinth Lane
  - 6250 Mapleshade Ln, Dallas, TX 75252
- Ruibal's Plants of Texas
  - 3646 Rosemeade Pkway, Dallas, TX 75287
  - SE corner of Marsh Lane and Rosemeade Pkway
  - You can buy mint for $3
Gnomes & Pots
- Gnome with Watering Can @ amazon.com ($36.61) (11/24)
- Guia 14.5" W x 13" H Indoor/Outdoor Ceramic Cylinder Planter @ homedepot.com ($39.97) (12/24)
Plants
- Arborvitae Tator Tot, 1 gal @ homedepot.com ($35.98) (12/24)
- Encore Azalea 1 gal Potted Autumn Lily @ tractorsupply.com ($18.74) (11/24)
  - Lucas, TX
- Encore Azalea White Autumn Ivory 1 gallon @ lowes.com ($25.82) (11/24)
- Encore Azalea Red Autumn Bonfire 1 gallon @ lowes.com ($21.98) (12/24)
  - $19.91 at Home Depot (12/24)
  - Can grow up to 3 ft tall when mature
- Southern Living White Scentamazing Gardenia @ lowes.com ($19.98) (12/24)
- Monrovia Heuchera Georgia Peach or Obsidian

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Politics and Government

Driver's License & Real ID
- Official Texas Driver License Renewal @ texas.gov (06/24)
- How to Apply for a Texas Identification Card @ texas.gov (06/24)
- Driver License/identification Card and REAL ID Checklist @ texas.gov (06/24)
- What to Bring when Applying for a Texas Driver License or Identification Card @ texas.gov (06/24)
  - Proof of US Citizenship (need one document)
    - Birth certificate
  - Proof of Residency (need two documents)
    - Current monthly mortgage statement
    - Current homeowner's insurance policy
    - Current water bill
    - Valid Texas voter registration card <==
  - Proof of Identity
    - Primary ID
      - Texas DL
    - Secondary ID (need two documents)
      - Birth certificate
    - Supporting ID (need two documents)
      - Voter registration card (actual card) <==
      - W-2 or 1099 form
      - Current Texas motor vehicle registration or title
      - Marriage certificate
      - DD-214 <==
      - Medicare card (actual card) <==
      - Social Security card (actual card)
    - Proof of Social Security Number
      - Social Security Card
      - SSA-1099 form
      - Paystub containing your legal name and SSN
      - W-2
      - DD-214 with SSN <==
      - Health insurance card with SSN
- Texas Schedule Appointment (06/24)
  - 4600 State Hiway 121, Carrollton, TX 75010; (972) 394-4530
  - 2925 E Belt Line Rd, Suite 100, Carrollton, TX 75006; (972) 478-5200
  - 825 Ohio Dr, Plano, TX 75093; (972) 867-4221
  - 400 N Valley Pkway #2072, Lewisville, TX 75067; (972) 221-8081
  - 4020 E McKinney St, Denton, TX 76208
- DL-14A - Texas Driver License or Identification Card Application @ texas.gov (PDF) (06/24)
- DL-174 - Surrender Form @ texas.gov (PDF) (06/24)
Elections
- Elections in Denton County (02/20)
  - Voter Lookup (02/20)
  - Precinct Maps (220) (02/20)
  - Voting Results (02/20)
Politics
- Congress.org (02/20)
- Dallas City Hall (02/20)
- Denton County (02/20)
National Do Not Call Registry (02/20)
NTTA Customer Service Center (tolltags) (02/20)
Texas Two Step
- Guide to the Texas Electoral Two-Step (02/20)
Your Voters' Guide @ www.vote411.org (02/20)

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Savings

On March 2018, dozens of US banks under a $250B asset threshold were
exempted from the Dodd-Frank banking regulations
Largest Banks in the United States @ wikipedia.org (05/24)
- Bank of America (#2): $3,181 B
- Citigroup (#3): $2,412 B
- Marcus (Goldman Sachs, #5): $1,642 B
- PNC (#8): $562 B
- Capital One (#12): $478 B
- American Express (#16): $261 B
- CIT (First Citizens BancShares, #20): $214 B
- Discover Bank (bad reviews, #32): $152 B
- MyBankingDirect (Flagstar Bank; New York Community Bancorp, #35): $114 B
- Brio Bank (Webster Bank, #41): $74.88 B
- Western Alliance (#43): $71 B
- Bask Bank (Texas Capital Bank, #73): $28.31 B
- Forbright Bank (must open savings account at physical branch, #219): $6.82 B
Bank Reviews @ depositaccounts.com (05/24)

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Taxes

H&R Block
- 17610 Midway Rd, Ste 106, Dallas, TX 75287 (12/24)
  - NE corner of Midway Rd & Trinity Mills
  - 972-250-4696
  - Mon-Fri: by appointment
  - Terrell Young, by appointment
- 2810 E Trinity Mills, Ste 148, Carrollton, TX 75006 (12/24)
  - SE corner of Marsh & Trinity Mills
  - 972-478-2660
  - Tue: 10:00am-2:00pm; Thu: 3:00pm-7:00pm; Sat: 10:00am-2:00pm
- 1025 W Hebron Pkway, Ste 110, Carrollton, TX 75010 (12/24)
  - SW corner of Hebron Pkway & Old Denton Rd
  - 972-939-1041
  - Tues: 11:00am-6:00pm; Fri: 12:00pm-6:00pm
Tax Calculator
- H&R Block Tax Calculator (12/24)
Quarterly Tax Payments
- AARP 1040 Tax Calculator @ aarp.org (05/24)
- Basics of Estimated Taxes for Individuals @ irs.gov (05/24)
- What are Quarterly Tax Payments @ cnbc.com (05/24)
  - Quarterly tax payments are due every 3 months
  - Due dates:
    - April 15: income earned from Jan 1 to March 31, 2024
    - June 15: income earned from April 1 to May 31, 2024
    - Sept 15: income earned from June 1 to Aug. 31, 2024
    - Jan 15: income earned from Sept. 1 to Dec. 31, 2024
  - You can pay smaller sums weekly, monthly, etc
  - irs.gov/payments (05/24)
  - Form 1040-ES (05/24)
- Estimated Tax Payments Calculator @ bench.co (05/24)
Taxes on Social Security
- Is Social Security Income Taxable @ smartasset.com (05/24)
  - You will never pay taxes on more than 85% of your Social Security income
  - If your combined income is more than $34,000, you will pay taxes on up to 85% of
    your Social Security benefits
  - To withhold taxes from your Social Security benefits, you will need to fill out
    Form W-4V (Voluntary Withholding Request). The only withholding options are
    7%, 10%, 12%, or 22% of your monthly benefit.
  - If you prefer to pay more exact withholding payments, you can choose to file
    estimated tax payments instead. These are tax payments that you make each quarter
    on income.
  - You can switch strategies.
Tax Brackets
- Federal Income Tax Brackets for 2024 @ nerdwallet.com (05/24)
  - 10%: $0 -> $23,200 (jointly)
  - 12%: $23,201 -> $94,300 (jointly)
  - 22%: $94,301 -> $201,050 (jointly)
  - 24%: $201,051 -> $383,900 (jointly)
  - 32%: $383,901 -> $487,450 (jointly)
- Example (taxable income = $200,000)
  - 10%: ($23,200 * 0.10) = $2,320
  - 12%: ($71,099 * 0.12) = $8,532
  - 22%: ($105,699 * 0.22) = $23,254
  - Total tax = $2320 + $8532 + $23,254 = $34,106 (~17% tax rate)
  - Monthly taxes = $34,106 / 12 = $2,842
Capital Gains
- Capital Gains Tax Exemption for Seniors @ unbiased.com (05/24)
  - Capital gains are the profits you make by selling an investment asset – the
    difference between the price you originally paid and any increase that has
    accrued at the point of sale.
  - If your tax filing is married and filing jointly, your threshold for avoiding
    capital gain rises to $500,000.
- Capital Gains Exemption for People Over 65 @ learn.valur.io (05/24)
  - The capital gains tax over 65 is a tax that applies to taxable capital gains
    realized by individuals over the age of 65.
  - The tax rate starts at 0% for long-term capital gains on assets held for more
    than one year and 15% for short-term capital gains on assets held for less
    than one year.
  - However, these tax rates may vary depending on the individual’s filing status
    and income level.
- Capital Gains Tax on Real Estate @ bankrate.com (05/24)
  - The long-term capital gains tax rates are 15 percent, 20 percent and 28 percent,
    depending on your income.
  - The tax is only assessed on the profit itself.
  - If you purchased a house five years ago for $250,000 and sold it today for
    $500,000, the profit would be $250,000.
  - For 2024, if your taxable income is between $89,251 and $553,850 (married
    and filing jointly) you would pay 15 percent on the $250,000 profit.
  - However, you can exempt a certain amount of the profit — up $500,000,
    (married and filing jointly) — from the tax if you meet certain conditions.
  - You can sell your primary residence and avoid paying capital gains taxes
    on the first $500,000 if married and filing jointly.

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