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Top-Tier Craftsmanship and a Flourishing Neighborhood Make for an Opportunity That Won’t Be Around for Much Longer.
Quick Guide and Featured Open Homes
The Value of Working with a Local Real Estate Agent
Colorado Home Prices Hit New Peak
Looking for a home? View comprehensive listings of local open houses taking place this weekend from all across the area.
You’ve heard the saying before: “real estate is about location.” If you believe that’s true, then location is equally important in selecting a real estate agent.
Home prices in Colorado hit a new peak in March with a 10 percent year-over-year increase, according to the latest Home Price Index report.
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Under contract and sale pending By Saul F. Rosenthal, Colorado Association of Realtors® Q: What does it mean if a real estate yard sign says “Under Contract?” Is that the same as “Sale Pending?” A: A home isn’t truly sold until what’s known as “a closing” where many documents are shared and signed and the title on the property changes hands. If you are the seller, then you will sign a purchase contract (or agreement) in which you commit to sell the property at the offered price and with specific conditions if the buyer meets his/her commitments. Buyers make their commitment by placing a deposit on the property and then taking certain steps to move toward a closing, like securing a loan and scheduling an inspection. Home sales sometimes come with contingencies. Buyers may want to make a purchase contingent on selling another home, or on a satisfactory inspection, a negative Radon or soil test, or only if repairs will be made by the seller and similar restrictions. In signing the contract with contingencies, the seller commits to meeting these conditions. If they are not met to the satisfaction of the buyer, then the contract may be cancelled. Buyers usually need to get financing to make the purchase. And so, that may be a condition of the purchase agreement, as well. If the financing were to fall through,
then the contract would no longer be valid. Buyers will want a valid title to the property showing that there are no liens or other owners involved. Without a clear title, buyers are likely to walk away. All of these situations – and more – make it appropriate for sellers to keep properties on the market even after they have accepted an offer and signed a contract. Under Contract simply means that a binding agreement between buyer and seller exists. Sellers may not enter into another contract with a different buyer and the buyer is obligated to purchase the property if all of the contingencies and conditions are satisfied. This is the first step in completing a purchase or sale. Once all of the contingencies have been cleared, the sale becomes Pending, awaiting a clear title search and any other legal steps required by the state before a closing can take place. While no other offers may be accepted by the seller after signing a contract, the property may continue to be shown in search of “back-up” offers.
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He’s worked in various areas of construction, framing, roofing, sheetrock/finish and remodeling. To reach Chad call 303.772.9620 or stop by 601 S. Bowen Street in Longmont for any of your real estate needs.
Thompson Daviau Realty congratulates Kim Hawksworth BOULDER – Thompson Daviau Realty would like to congratulate Kim Hawksworth on her transition from Licensed Administrative Assistant to full time Realtor. Kim joined the office in April 2014, and in her second year with the company she achieved her best year ever as a Realtor. Kim credits her success to her acute attention to her client’s needs as well as the detailed training and mentoring she has received at Thompson Daviau Realty. Kim has worked with both sellers and buyers around the Boulder County area and had many successful closings. As a first time buyer herself in 2015, she purchased a home in Niwot with her husband, Geoff. Congratulations Kim and Geoff on your new home; Thompson Daviau is looking forward to
many more successful years for you as a Realtor. If you are looking for a great place to expand your career or for real estate related questions, contact Kim at 301.437.5907 or e-mail kimhawksworth125@gmail.com. For more information about Thompson Daviau Realty’s training and mentoring, call Janet Thompson at 303.668.9987, e-mail JanetHThom@aol.com or visit ThompsonDaviauRealty.com.
Contributing Writers: Saul F. Rosenthal, Suzanne Plewes, Judy Finman, Carol O’Meara, Tom Kalinski, Rick Jacquemard, Blake Schaefer, A.Martin, Angie Hicks, Mary Carol Garrity
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Many real estate transactions do fall apart – even at the last minute. A bad title, structural issues with the property that can’t be fixed, new conditions from the funder (e.g., mortgage company) and other issues could prevent the buyer and seller from completing the deal. Sellers can protect themselves by continuing to keep the property available for showings during the Under Contract and Sale Pending periods. Again, the property is not actually sold until a completed closing. Selling and purchasing real estate is a complex business transaction overseen by the Colorado Real Estate Commission. It would be advisable to work with a Realtor® to be sure that you have someone on your team who understands all of these requirements and is ethically bound by a code of ethics to serve you with honesty and skill. This article was provided by the Colorado Association of Realtors®. Additional information about buying and selling real estate is available at ColoradoRealtors.com.
LONGMONT – ERA Tradewind Real Estate welcomes Chad Martin. Chad received his Masters in Music Composition at University of Arkansas and Bachelors in Fine Arts at Southwestern College in Winfield, Kansas. Being in teaching involves helping others to achieve their goals, clear communication, organization and coordination skills, this will help him in his Real Estate Career to guide customers and clients to getting the best home for them. Martin is also Spanish speaking and was a Peace Corps Volunteer in Paraguay.
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The value of working with a local real estate agent LOVELAND – You’ve heard the saying before: “real estate is about location, location, location.” If you believe that’s true, then location is equally important in selecting the right real estate agent to work with. Here are a few reasons why.
Community knowledge is invaluable You can spend hours researching a particular community online and may still miss some critical information that could impact your decision. Local agents are familiar with the community, the pros and cons of specific neighborhoods, and other important factors in your home purchase. Why not take advantage of this local knowledge?
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Agents know the current market Real estate home prices vary not only from town-to-town but also neighborhood to neighborhood. Furthermore, it continually fluctuates. Being involved in the real estate market on a daily
basis, agents know exactly what is going on in the market right now. This is critical information when it comes to making offers and negotiating prices. Agents are invested in the community Local real estate agents often live and work in the
markets that they service. They have a reputation to uphold and work very hard to provide the highest levels of service to their clients. By selecting a local agent, you are also helping to support the local economy of which you will soon be a part of. As a home buyer, the
real estate process can be a bit intimidating. It is always important to get the right professionals working on your behalf and protecting your best interests. One of the first and most important decisions is selecting a buyer’s agent. Selecting a local real estate agent ensures that you have the local knowledge and expertise that you need, especially if you are moving into a new area. Suzanne Plewes is a Broker Associate at RE/MAX Alliance in Loveland. For real estate questions write to 750 W. Eisenhower Blvd., Loveland, CO 80537, call 970.290.0373 or e-mail suzanneplewes@ remax.net.
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RE/MAX bestows its highest honor By Judy Finman, At Home LONGMONT – Steven Noel of The Noel Team at RE/MAX Alliance in Boulder County received The 2015 Diamond Award, RE/MAX’S highest annual honor. In 2015 only 218 real-estate agents received The Diamond Award in the United States out of 100,000 RE/MAX agents. Steven has earned numerous other awards as well, including another for the very highest achievers – The Circle of Legends, a top producer award for RE/MAX agents who have been in real estate for at least 20 years, and The Chairman’s Club Award, which he has received each year of the past 15 years. Steven credits his success to his strong work ethic and excellent communication skills and to the Noel Team – his
staff members who back him up. “I have 39 years as a licensed real estate broker and have sold over 4,100 homes, amounting to over $1 billion in sales. I currently rank in the top 10 in home sales for Colorado.” More than half of Steven’s business is repeat and referral. “Whether they are buyers or sellers, we offer the same quality of service and superior communication to all our clients, ranging from starter homes to multimillion dollar estates, commercial and income properties, relocations and foreclosures. Our goal is to provide the best representation possible.” He was delighted that one of his recent customers is the great-grandson of one of his very first clients.
Steven is known for his extensive background and knowledge base in real estate, including expertise in financing. “This has enabled me to provide outstanding, quality advice and service not found with many agents today.” In fact, the same year he first obtained his real estate license, he graduated from UCLA with a degree in communication and finance, two subjects that have served him well through decades of counseling clients. “From a client’s standpoint, my business ethic is treating my customers as I would want my parents to be treated. I keep them abreast of every aspect of the transactions so they can make educated decisions for their life circumstances.
Chris Martinez, Noel Team associate, Dave Liniger, President and CEO of RE/MAX International and Steven Noel receiving the Diamond Award. My commitment to communication creates a positive relationship between my client and myself that results in a successful property sale or purchase.” He adds, “Over the years I've discovered that there is a difference in the way individual Realtors do business. For me, honesty and personal integrity are the foundations upon which a successful business
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LAWN AND GARDEN
Nature putting a damper on gardening BOULDER - Just when our excitement for spring reached fever pitch, Mother Nature decided to amuse herself by playing cat-and-mouse with warmth. First, she turned on the faucet, then turned off the heat. But only on the weekends, when a lot of gardeners wanted to get outside. During the week, she tossed sunny days and clear skies at us, just to watch us press our noses to the windows of offices and meeting rooms in longing for outside. Declarations were made to get those plants in the ground, come heck or high water, and gardeners double downed by breaking out umbrellas, wellington boots and raincoats. Nature upped the ante with hail and sleet. We battled back with walls-O-water, cloches,
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CSU Extension, Boulder County plastic tunnels and cold frames; she simply said “Human, please, I’ve got tornadoes,” and threw them at us. “When do we get to start gardening? When? When?” said Amy Lippold, her wail of frustration summing up every gardener’s feelings. Staring at another grey, wet day, I had no answer. People do this all the
time in other locales. True, they fight more plant diseases and have slugs the size of Buicks, but, being hardy folk, they overcome the obstacles. Colorado gardeners just need to toughen up and learn to deal with a little damp. This means getting your sprinkler systems ready for when the rain stops falling. Take time to turn the system on and walk around each head as it runs to ensure that it’s level and watering flows unimpeded from the nozzle. Since it’s raining all the time now anyway, getting a little wetter from inspecting your irrigation shouldn’t faze you. Once you’ve given your system a checkup, turn it off until the rain stops falling. You don’t need to run sprinklers during rain storms. We’ll go from cold to hot in a menopausal minute once the weather returns to normal, so check the forecast daily to gauge when the time is right to turn the
system on for the summer. If your plants look gnawed, put out slug traps, tenting them with a raised cap to keep them from overflowing with rainwater. Slug traps are small, margarine-sized plastic containers that you pour beer into to attract the mollusks. They crawl in and drown. Any beer will do so there’s no need to go with expensive stuff. Delay planting warm season crops until the soil warms a little more. Most temperature readings of the soil are registering right around 60 degrees which is the minimum temperature for germination of beans, cucumbers, squash or pumpkins. And if the soil is soaked and cold, chances are higher that they’ll rot before they sprout. Wait a bit to let soil temperatures raise more. Tomato, eggplant, peppers, and tomatillos should be given protection from the chill nights if you plant them outdoors. They’ll sit and sulk in the cold soil too, so warm the soil with black plastic placed over it or WallsO-Water set in place for at least seven days before you plant. Memorial Day
weekend is a good target for planting them out. Check container plantings to ensure that they are draining instead of holding water. Saturated soil is a deadly situation for roots to stay in but a lot of decorative containers don’t have adequate drain holes. Weeds are running amok with this water so leave time to patrol your beds for new sprouts. Take a trowel or Hori-Hori, the Japanese digging tool, out with you as you patrol. Weeds are easier to pull when the ground is soft and a nudge upward with the tool makes keeping the beds tidy a snap. Colorado State University Extension, together with Boulder County Parks and Open Space, provides unbiased, research-based information about consumer and family issues, horticulture, natural resources, agriculture and 4-H youth development. For more information contact Extension at the Boulder County Fairgrounds, 9595 Nelson Rd., Box B, Longmont, 303.678.6238, or visit ext.colostate.edu/boulder.
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Colorado home prices hit new peak BOULDER – Home prices in Colorado hit a new peak in March with a 10 percent year-over-year increase, according to the latest Home Price Index report by CoreLogic, a leading provider of global property information and analytics. One of 12 states to reach new home price highs, Colorado is joined by Washington, Oregon, Alaska, Hawaii, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Texas, Louisiana, Tennessee, North Carolina and New York. And the upward trend is expected to continue.
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RE/MAX of Boulder Projections show Colorado prices adding another .8 percent in April 2016 and 5.7 percent through March 2017, according to CoreLogic.
Nationwide, home prices gained 6.7 percent yearover-year and 2.1 percent from February to March 2016. Prices are expected to rise 5.3 percent from March 2016 to March 2017. The five states registering the largest year-over-year increase are: • Washington 13% • Colorado 10% • Oregon 10% • Florida 9.3% • New York 8.2% Zero states showed negative home price appreciation. “Home prices reached
the bottom five years ago, and since then have appreciated almost 40 percent,” said Anand Nallthambi, president and CEO of CoreLogic. “The highest appreciation was in the West, where prices continue to increase at double-digit rates.” CoreLogic is a leading global property information, analytics, and data-enabled solutions provider. The CoreLogic HPITM is built on industry-leading public record, servicing and securities databases and incorporates more than
30 years of repeat-sales transactions for analyzing home price trends. The CoreLogic HPI Forecast is a projection of home prices using the CoreLogic HPI and other economic variables. To download the full report, visit corelogic.com/ about-us/researchtrends/ corelogic-homeprice-insights.aspx#. VzndHYQrLcs. For more information contact Tom Kalinski at RE/MAX of Boulder. Call 303.441.5620 or e-mail tomkalinski@ mindspring.com.
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HOME INSPECTION EXPERT
Home inspections: How long are they? Three questions last between 20 to 30 BOULDER – Home underwriters ask years. inspectors should note the age of major components of a house such as the roof, furnace, water heater and exterior paint. Based on these age estimates prospective home buyers can make informed decisions on the life expectancy of these potentially expensive items. Following are some predicted life expectancy of some materials, systems and components. Exterior paint will typically last about 8 to 12 years. Surface preparation and paint quality are the big factors in a paint’s life expectancy. Interior paint should last from 10 to 15 years with high humidity being a contributing factor. Caulking both exterior and exterior lasts about 7 to 10 years. A well maintained furnace can last 20 to 30 years. Changing filters on a regular basis and having it cleaned and/or serviced periodically will add some longevity. While using
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Flatirons Home Inspections the same delivery system as a forced air furnace central air conditioning units have a somewhat shorter life span, in the 12 to 16 year range. Regular maintenance of the compressor and pump will extend your air conditioners life. The life of a roof depends on local weather conditions, building and design, material quality, and adequate maintenance. Slate and concrete tiled roofing has the longest life expectancy of over 50 years. Roofs made of asphalt shingles typically
Conventional tank-style electric and gas-fired water heaters have an expected service life of 10 to 15 years, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Water quality is the major factor in determining the life of these types of water heaters. A water heater that uses hard water or well water should be drained, or flushed, about once a year to help extend the life of the tank. Tankless water heaters can last 30 years or more.
For more information on home inspections contact Rick Jacquemard at 720.280.3544, e-mail rick@flatironshi.com or visit flatironshi.com.
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BOULDER - When you’re applying for a mortgage loan, understanding what underwriters look for in your application can help set you up for success. In addition to your debt-toincome ratio and credit report, there are several other considerations underwriters may take into account when reviewing your loan application: 1. How stable is your income? If you’ve been at your current job for more than a few years, that’s a positive indicator for underwriters. If your employment and income change a lot, that’s not a positive indicator. 2. What’s the value and type of the collateral? Home appraisals assess a home’s current value to protect the lender from lending more money than a property is worth. Underwriters also consider the type of property – whether the home is owner-occupied or an investment property. 3. Do you have a cushion of money set aside in case you lose
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Elevations Credit Union your job? Lenders like to see you have money set aside in savings accounts, retirement accounts or other investments. Having money saved shows that if a loss of income or unexpected expenses occur, you’ll still be able to pay your mortgage. For more on this subject, visit the Elevations Blog at elevationscu. com.Underwriter Blake Schaefer is a mortgage loan originator at Elevations Credit Union in Boulder. If you have questions regarding mortgages, please call 720.562.4614 or e-mail blake.schaefer@ elevationscu.com. AT HOME
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CALMANTE Top-tier craftsmanship and a flourishing neighborhood make for an opportunity that won’t be around for much longer. By A. Martin, At Home. Photos by Timothy Seibert
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an and Kathy Mihelic have been married for 26 years. With the kids out of the house, they decided it was time to leave Wichita. Kansas was a great place to raise their family, but they are excited to be back in Colorado. “Dan and I met 30 years ago at CU Boulder,” Kathy said. Even though they’ve been gone for a fair bit, Boulder feels like home to them. “We’re excited to be back.” The Mihelics are hardly alone in making a Colorado-bound move. More and more families are relocating to the Boulder County area. For some, it’s a return home. For others, the fulfillment
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of a lifelong desire to live near the mountains. Either way, there’s an influx of out-of-state home buyers. And the folks at Boulder Creek Neighborhoods, one of Colorado’s top home builders, have worked with more than a few of them. For Dan and Kathy, Boulder Creek was a perfect match. Their realtor suggested they take a look at the Boulder Creek homes at Calmante, and they were sold on some of the core features right away. At the top of their list was the lowmaintenance lifestyle offered by Boulder Creek. Boulder Creek understands that owning a home can be a lot of
work. There’s yard care, snow removal, and other exterior odds and ends. All those chores add up. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates normal home maintenance to take up to 6-8 hours a week, which is why Boulder Creek’s low-maintenance approach is so appealing to so many. Imagine winning back all of that time. No more pushing a mower in the heat of the summer. No more snow shoveling in freezing temperatures. That’s hours of time back every single week. The Mihelics were on board. “When we’re not working, we want to be
playing,” Kathy said. She and Dan both laughed. They may not be in their young 20’s anymore, but these two are adventurous. They enjoy skiing, snow shoeing, mountain biking, hiking, and have even participated in a few triathlons. And they’re not done adding to the list. “I want to learn how to fly fish!” Kathy said with enthusiasm. As active as the Mihelics are, it’s no surprise that they’ve done all their own lawn care in the past. However, Dan was curt. “There’s just so much here [in Colorado] that’s so much more fun to do than that.” Why spend their limited time and energy on upkeep? Why not instead spend it exploring the many outdoor activities they enjoy? A second major requirement for Dan and Kathy was location. They wanted to have outdoor options close at hand, of course, but they also wanted convenience. Calmante was a great fit. Close to both Boulder and Denver, with easy access to the airport as well as nearby trails for hiking and biking, this is exactly the sort of neighborhood they were seeking. There’s even a grocery store and restaurants near by. “It’s
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a nice blend of outdoor activities and still being close to the city,” Dan said. The final non-negotiable for the Mihelics was space. They weren’t looking for a huge 5,000 square foot home, but they wanted to make sure they had room where they needed it. This is one more area where Boulder Creek simply shines. “We really liked the idea of a ranch [style home],” Kathy said of their new house. The model they picked is designed with a convenient emphasis on main-floor living—something for which Boulder Creek is well known. The master suite, living room, kitchen, laundry room and an additional room which can function as either a guest bedroom or an office are all located on the main floor of the house. Dan and Kathy have kids, and they wanted to make sure they also had enough space for the occasional visit. That’s where the fully finished lower level really comes in handy. Downstairs there’s another big entertaining space and even more room for overnight guests, as well as another bathroom. Kathy Rittenberry is the Community Manager for Calmante. Like the rest of May 20-21, 2016
the Boulder Creek team, she has a term for what the Mihelics were seeking. “We call it right-sizing,” she said. Right-sizing is not the same as down-sizing. The goal isn’t just a reduction in square footage. Instead, Boulder Creek’s architects have created floorplans that eliminate superfluous space while preserving an overall open feel. The great room on the main floor, for example, is roomy and comfortable. The master suite is generous. The result is a home that is neither unnecessarily big, nor cramped. Extra space, like the lower level family room, is tucked away, there when you need it and out of the way when you don’t. Rittenberry also spoke to the kind of community that’s developing out at Calmante. “Everybody moving here has made a lifestyle decision,” she
said. The neighborhood is filling with folks who are interested in making the most of their free time, both when relaxing and when engaging in active hobbies. Naturally, that lends itself to a strong sense of community. “We have a lot of really fun people who have decided to move here,” Rittenberry said. She and other Boulder Creek staff have watched as the neighborhood has begun to fill. It didn’t take long for residents to make their own connections, inviting each other over for dinner and hosting block parties. Folks are even making connection with future neighbors through social media networks before they move from out of state. But there’s a downside to Calmante. Because the community and floorplans are so popular, the houses are selling quickly.
Rittenberry reports that there are three floor plans still available – two with a main floor master, and one with all three bedrooms on the second level. “We’re now getting down to the end,” she said. In fact, the last homes to be released at Calmante will be available later this
Elliott Apartments are located in a historic residential neighborhood in Longmont, Colorado. Just two blocks from beautiful main street Longmont, Elliott Apartments has easy access to shopping, restaurants, and entertainment.
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month. To borrow Rittenberry’s words, “Anyone who’s really considering making a lifestyle change... consider Calmante.” Sage advice, provided that you consider Calmante quickly. Boulder Creek’s top-tier craftsmanship combined with amazing floor plans and a flourishing
neighborhood make for an opportunity that won’t be around for long. If you’re interested in a home in Calmante, now is certainly the time to act. To find out more about Boulder Creek or Calmante (starting from the mid $600s, call 720.334.7973 or visit LiveCalmante.com.
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Open City House Date
Open House Street Time
Price
Agent
Company
Berthoud
Sunday
1pm-3pm
2610 W County Rd 4
$679,900
Mimi Miller
Mimi Miller Realty
303-709-6990
Berthoud
Saturday
11am-1pm
4113 County Road 4
$595,000
Frank O'Mahony
Terra Verde Realty
720-491-1263
Black Hawk
Saturday
2:30pm-4:30pm
330 Columbine Ln
$339,000
Jackie Jones
RE/MAX Alliance
303-250-7353
Black Hawk
Saturday
12pm-2pm
130 Service Berry Ln
$392,000
Jackie Jones
RE/MAX Alliance
303-250-7353
Boulder
Sunday
1pm-4pm
1034 Terrace Circle
$1,090,000
Kim Friel
FourStar Realty
303-408-4064 303-249-6501
Phone
Boulder
Sunday
12pm-3pm
4664 S. Hampton Circle
$925,000
Joyce Pollich
WK Real Estate
Boulder
Sunday
1pm-4pm
8423 Stoneridge Terrace
$1,199,000
Mark Remington
WK Real Estate
303-489-8054
Boulder
Saturday
2pm-4pm
4664 S. Hampton Circle
$925,000
Tracy Zaik
WK Real Estate
303-859-7271
Boulder
Saturday
11am-1pm
655 S. 46th Street
$925,000
TR Swanwick
WK Real Estate
303-525-8803
Boulder
Sunday
1pm-4pm
3353 19th Street
$950,000
Marybeth Emerson
Colorado Landmark Realtors
720-394-1997
Boulder
Saturday
2pm - 4pm
1795 Quince Ave
$950,000
Peyman Razifard
Modern Prestige Real Estate
303-667-8738
Boulder
Sunday
2pm - 4pm
1795 Quince Ave
$950,000
Peyman Razifard
Modern Prestige Real Estate
303-667-8738
Boulder
Sunday
11am-1pm
4086 26th St
$1,250,000
Michelle Trudgeon
Goodacre & Company
720-272-9547
Boulder
Sunday
1pm-3pm
3687 Silverton Street
$1,050,000
Lynn Ryan/Mary Arnold-Grow
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.
303-489-0309
Boulder
Sunday
11am-1pm
5590 Stonewall Place
$759,000
Karla Bielanski
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.
303-931-5774
Boulder
Sunday
12pm-3pm
23 Eagles Drive
$1,260,000
Bill Allen
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.
303-570-9814
Boulder
Sunday
1pm-3pm
4084 Greenbriar Blvd
$499,000
Fleetwood Mathews
MOD Boulder
720-352-2915
Boulder
Saturday
12pm-2pm
3030 Galena Way
$2,099,900
Julia Cantarovici-Simisky
8z Real Estate
720-203-7789
Boulder
Sunday
12pm-3pm
6849 Idylwild Ct
$624,900
Julia Cantarovici-Simisky
8z Real Estate
720-203-7789
Boulder
Saturday
10am-1pm
6029 Scotswood Ct
$749,000
Kristin Kalush
RE/MAX Alliance
303-809-1717
Boulder
Sunday
1pm-3pm
6029 Scotswood Ct
$749,000
Kristin Kalush
RE/MAX Alliance
303-809-1717
Boulder
Saturday
12pm-3pm
4794 Briar Ridge Trail
$720,000
Warren Williams
RE/MAX Alliance
303-506-7017
Boulder
Saturday
1pm-3pm
2156 Mead Dr
$750,000
Andre Mazur
RE/MAX Alliance
720-298-0174
Boulder
Saturday
1pm-4pm
4522 13th St
$925,000
Michael Rebich
ReMax of Boulder, Inc
303-478-3207
Boulder
Sunday
1:30pm-3:30pm
3474 16th Circle
$998,500
John Hinkelman
8z Real Estate
303-818-2344
Boulder
Daily
11am-5pm
3092 Big Horn St
High $800k’s +
Roz Giannasi Pinon
Markel Homes: Kalmia38, Northfield Village & Northfield Commons
303-442-0309
Broomfield
Sunday
12pm-2pm
16552 Sherman Way
$399,900
Lydia Creasey
RE/MAX Alliance
720-635-8105
Erie
Saturday
11am-1pm
2943 Hunt Court
$550,000
Tracy Zaik
WK Real Estate
303-859-7271
Erie
Sunday
1pm-4pm
219 Meadow View Pkwy
$848,700
Kelly Atteridg
RE/MAX of Boulder
303-817-0138
Erie
Saturday
12pm-3pm
922 Petras Street
$405,000
Chris Ermold
RE/MAX Alliance
720-839-4354
Erie
Saturday
11am-1pm
2657 Hughs Drive
$595,000
Alana Childre
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Rky Mtn Realtors
720-560-9690
Erie
Saturday
3pm-5pm
1642 Palmer Ln
$390,000
Mary Ellis
MB-TNCG
303-661-9999
Lafayatte
Saturday
1pm - 3pm
1712 Stonehenge Drive
$699,000
Brandi Schott
The Colorado Group
303-875-7223
Lafayette
Sunday
1pm-3pm
300 W. Beacon Hill Drive
$379,900
Dale Pearson
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.
303-818-5640
Lafayette
Sunday
12pm-2pm
2858 Shoshone Trail
$1,399,000
Alison Sirlin
Four Star Realty
720-329-1727
Lafayette
Saturday
1pm-3pm
2412 Ginny Way
$950,000
Neil Kearney
Kearney Realty Co.
303-818-4055
Lafayette
Sunday
1pm-3pm
2412 Ginny Way
$950,000
Neil Kearney
Kearney Realty Co.
303-818-4055
Longmont
Saturday
11am-1pm
3405 Camden Dr
$442,000
Laurell Richey
RE/MAX Alliance
303-881-4525
Longmont
Sunday
11am-1pm
3405 Camden Dr
$442,000
Laurell Richey
RE/MAX Alliance
303-881-4525
Longmont
Sunday
1pm-4pm
1558 County Road 20.5
$730,000
Sean Gilliam
RE/MAX Alliance
970-313-6706
Longmont
Saturday & Sunday
11am-3pm
1379 Charles Dr. A-1
$349,900
Jeremy Johnson
RE/MAX Alliance
970-313-6166
Longmont
Saturday
12pm-2pm
1508 Stardance Cir
$650,000
Chris Ratay
RE/MAX Alliance
303-241-6181
Longmont
Saturday
10am-12pm
1435 Chukar Dr
$360,000
Sean Gilliam
RE/MAX Alliance
970-313-6706
Longmont
Sunday
12pm-2pm
1508 Stardance Cir
$650,000
Olivia Shagoury
RE/MAX Alliance
303-775-6085
Longmont
Daily
11am-5pm
918 Half Measures Dr.
$600k’s +
Marlita Lazo
Markel Homes: Prospect NewTown
303-522-7928
Longmont
Thursday - Sunday
12pm-4pm
1437 Moonlight Drive
Starting in the high$300,000's.
Chris Sweeney/Stan Meade
Pedal To Properties
720-480-6106/ 303-817-7777 303-441-5642
Louisville
Sunday
1pm-4pm
2320 W. Hecla Drive
$624,900
Patrick Dolan
RE/MAX of Boulder
Louisville
Wednesday-Monday
11am-5pm
1805 Blue Star Lane - Model Home
$700k's+
Michele Steward
Markel Homes - North End
303-604-9196
Lyons
By appointment
11am-5pm
334 McConnell Drive
$500,000+
Marlita Lazo
Markel Homes
303-823-6814
Mead
Sunday
12pm-2:30pm
2544 Serena Drive
$365,000
Collette Coyle-Speidel
Sand Dollar Realty
303-507-8955
Niwot
Saturday
12am-2pm
8916 Niwot Road
$699,000
Peter Mackie
Shepard Company
303-775-6208
Niwot
Saturday
11am-2pm
7400 Cardinal Ln
$1,225,000
Christina Davies
RE/MAX Alliance on Walnut
720-273-3452
Westminster
Sunday
11am-2pm
9920 Perry Ct
$369,000
Sean Chance
RE/MAX Alliance
303-704-0123
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Model Home Located at 1437 Moonlight Drive, Longmont
1034 Terrace Circle N, Boulder
$1,090,000
Office Hours: Thursday – Sunday 12pm-4pm Two-story and ranch plans available Homes starting in the high-$300,000’s Call for more information and inventory
Beautiful 4BD, 4BA Craftsman style home with sweeping views of the Foothills and Boulder Open Space. Home has bonus 3rd floor loft with incredible views AND a main floor office. Gourmet kitchen w/slab granite counters, stainless appliances, custom cabinets. New carpet installed and hardwood floors refinished in September 2015. Open Floor plan with 9 ft. ceilings on main floor and basement, vaulted ceilings on 2nd and 3rd floor. Luxurious master suite has deck with views, a fireplace and a 5-piece master bathroom. Fully fenced backyard and professionally landscaped. Great neighborhood parks, hiking trails and restaurants just a few blocks away. MLS#790674
Stan Meade Chris Sweeney 303.817.7777 720.480.6106 www.pedaltoproperties.com
Kim Friel Ki F i l • Four F S Star Realty R l • kim@kimfriel.com • 303-408-4064
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1379 Charles Dr A-1, Longmont
OPEN SATURDAY 12PM-2PM
High $200’s to Low $400’s | MLS #774698
4825 Osprey Circle, Frederick $395,000
Introducing Hover Place by Landmark Homes, a 60+ condominium community designed w/ age-in-place & accessibility in mind. Offering 8 different spacious single level residences, attached garages, secured entry & elevator service, all while overlooking Hover Park.
Sprawl out in this wonderful 4000 sq. foot 5 Bedroom home with a huge lot & great backyard, right next to a park, very well kept clean home with plenty of room to add your touches. A MUST SEE!
Call Jeremy Johnson
Each office independently owned & operated | 970-482-1781
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Brent Sommervold • Equity Colorado • 303-435-3272
Saturday & Sunday 12-4pm 1537 Spring Wagon Dr., Loveland
$625,000 This home offers 3900 finished SF, 5+ bdrms, 3.5 ba, main floor master & study w/french doors, loft area, expansive deck w/hot tub, raised gardens, workshop/shed, oversized 3 car garage, & ½ acre lot. MLS#789974
Alycia Martinez • The Group, Inc 303-994-6307
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PATRICK DOLAN’S OFFICE 303-441-5642
OPEN SUNDAY 1-4 PM!
2320 W. HECLA DRIVE
3 Bedroom, 3 Bath, 2644 Sq. Ft.
Offered at $624,900
Enjoy low maintenance living in this impeccably maintained & LIKE NEW patio home located in Louisville’s desirable Steel Ranch neighborhood! The ranch-style floor plan offers soaring ceilings, wood flooring, a spacious living/great room with stone fireplace & an elegant dining area. The nicely upgraded kitchen boasts walnut stained cabinetry, slab granite counters & brand new stainless appliances. Main floor master suite w/ West facing views and the lower level is finished with 2 additional bedrooms, bath & family room. Terrific location convenient to ps & Restaurants. Downtown Louisville, Shop
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219 MEADOW VIEW PARKWAY
6 Bedroom, 5 Bath, 5559 Sq. Ft.
Offered at $848,700
INCREDIBLE VIEWS of the Front Range and snow-capped mountains from this impressive custom built home in Candlelight Ridge perfectly appointed to maximize views from nearly every room. The spacious & comfortable floor plan offers an open floor plan w/ lovely architectural detail including wrought iron railings, Brazilian Teak wood flooring & white washed fir ceilings.The 2-story great room with expansive windows is the heart of the home & is open to the kitchen & covered TREX deck. Nicely finished walkout lower level with 2 bedrooms, bath, family room with fireplace & a flexible bonus/craft room.
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4 Bedroom, 3 Bath, 3145 Sq. Ft.
2372 WILLOW CREEK DRIVE
Offered at $799,000 4 Bedroom, 4 Bath, 4051 Sq. Ft.
GREAT OPPORTUNITY!! Are you looking for a little elbow room?? This ranchstyle brick home is located in the peaceful & boutique neighborhood of Paul Nor Estates in East Boulder County. Nicely appointed on a .65 ACRE lot with a HUGE backyard and towering mature trees for added privacy. Although lovingly maintained by the original owner, the home is in original condition and awaits your remodel and/or updates. 3 bedrooms on the main level with a large back deck and the walkout lower level is also finished. Live in now or good potential for an expansion or pop-top in a coveted Boulder subdivision.
Offered at $1,697,000
Sweeping panoramic mountain views from the wrap-around covered front porch welcome you to this exquisite custom home on a spectacular 2.2 ACRE private lot. As you enter the home you are greeted by top of the line finishes in the luxury living & dining rooms. Chef ’s kitchen with custom Alder cabinetry, large center island, slab granite & Thermador stainless appliances is open to a cozy family room. Spacious upper floor master suite with stone gas fireplace, his & her walk-in closets & a luxury 5-piece bath w/ Jacuzzi tub & steam shower. Finished lower level with access to wonderful sun room & outdoor spaces.
“Thank you Patrick and your team for all your hard work in selling my Boulder house. I have dealt with many real estate brokers in my life. You handled yourselves extremely professionally. Whatever the situation called for, you were immediately ready, willing and able to handle. I would certainly recommend you and your team to any seller here in Boulder.” ~ Leonard H.
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How much does it cost to install a concrete floor in a cellar? By Angie Hicks, Angie’s List (TNS) Dear Angie: How much should I expect to pay for a new concrete floor of approximately 315 square feet in a cellar? The current floor is dirt. – Pamela S., Mechanicsburg, Pa. Dear Pamela: Providing square footage and the condition of the floor is a great place to start, but unfortunately I can’t give you a detailed cost estimate without knowing other factors. Here are some points to consider that may help you determine the work required and how it affects the total cost when speaking with a highly rated contractor. Ease of access affects price While many contractors price concrete by the square foot, the labor involved also will determine the project’s total cost. For example, the contractors I spoke with wanted to know how the cement will get into the space. Will they have to carry it in buckets down stairs? Can they pump concrete in through a window? If it’s a walkout basement, they can bring it in by a wheelbarrow. As you can imagine, the easier the job, the less it costs. You can expect to pay a minimum of $6 or $7 a square foot in a best-case scenario. Given your square footage, the minimum cost would be $1,890 plus labor. Since you have a dirt floor, the
condition of the floor isn’t an issue. In some situations, however, the contractor will need to decide whether to demolish the existing floor or not. It’s much more affordable to simply pour concrete over the existing floor if it’s in good shape than to demo a floor that’s in poor condition before installing the new one. An inspection by a highly rated contractor will help you determine your needs. Our Painted and Polished Concrete Floor guide also might be useful. Consider a moisture barrier A point to remember about concrete is it’s porous and retains moisture. Notoriously known for holding humidity, basements could be problematic for concrete without a moisture barrier in place. The barrier adds another layer of protection between the concrete slab and moisture that tries to seep from the ground. To ensure longevity, discuss waterproofing needs and options with a highly rated contractor before installing a new concrete floor. Staff writer Oseye Boyd contributed to this report. Angie Hicks is founder of AngiesList.com, provider of consumer reviews and services. Send questions to askangie@angieslist.com or tweet with #AskAngie. Follow her @Angie_Hicks.
Contractors typically charge more when it’s difficult to transport concrete down to a basement. (Photo courtesy of Angie’s List member Jim C., of New Berlin, Wis.)
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WELL-DRESSED ROOM By Mary Carol Garrity, Tribune News Service (TNS) When I’m scrolling through Pinterest or a magazine, I love features that show you how to pull together a fabulous outfit. I think it’s in my DNA: My parents owned a clothing store in my hometown of Atchison, Kan. When I was little, Mom and Dad let me steam clothes and make the bows for gift-wrapped packages. When I was old enough, I finally got to hit the sales floor and start helping customers create outfits that looked sensational. I loved every minute of it. And today I’m lucky to still be doing work I love, now helping friends and customers create a well-dressed home. Just as you need a few key pieces to make a great outfit, I’ve found there are five essential
ingredients of a welldressed room: Wall color that sets the mood Wall color sets the tone for your entire space, creating the ambiance. Right now, we are seeing a trend toward both light, bright wall colors and deep, rich shades. White and cream – timeless classics – are showing up big. We are also seeing lots of our customers gravitating toward subtle shades of their favorite colors, like pale blues. On the other end of the spectrum, moody colors like moss green, dark teal and navy are also making a splash, as is statement-making wallpaper. When selecting a color scheme for your room,
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don’t forget your ceiling. One of my favorite looks right now is to paint the ceiling a clear, rich color, then leave the walls white or cream. You get a splash of saturated color, yet still have a
neutral palette to play with. Interesting light fixtures No longer are light fixtures just functional additions to a room. Today’s lamps and fixtures are
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1411 FRONTIER 4 BED 2 BATH 2 CAR, 2 BLOCKS TO LAKE McINTOSH-NO HOA $50,000 spent on this since last listing, w/new driveway, garage floor, basement flooring, bathroom, yd & roof drainage. This is a sound home in a great location for Boulder commuters. Over 2100 fin feet. Nice back deck.
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so striking they can be the star of the show. No doubt, well-chosen lighting can completely change a room. I love to cut corners when I can, saving precious dollars in my decorating budget for my splurge items, but light fixtures are just one of those places where you get what you pay for. When you invest in great lamps, chandeliers and pendants, it shows. If your spaces have lackluster lighting, I would encourage you to begin upgrading and get the best lights your budget will allow. You’ll be happy in the end because the lighting will take your space to the next level. A mix of fabrics Speaking of cheating, you can find decorating fabrics that allow you to get a big look for a minimal investment. If you are on a budget when decorating your spaces, this is where you can cut corners without sacrificing the look of your room. One tip is to pick a modest fabric for your bedding, drapes or upholstered furniture, perhaps a solid or a subtle pattern, then give it a great story with an interesting trim or contrasting welt. Or, invest in one killer fabric and use it to make a pillow for your sofa or bed, then fill in with others that are made from less expensive fabrics. When picking the fabrics for your home, try using a variety of patterns, colors and textures to make your rooms more interesting and unique. Arresting artwork One of the biggest mistakes I see people make when they invest in decorating their homes is to fill a room with great furnishings, then leave the walls blank. As a result, the room falls flat with a big thud. Artwork is absolutely essential for a well-decorated room, so refuse
to allow yourself to be paralyzed when picking and hanging art. When I select art, I purchase pieces I love that speak to me and lift my heart, then find a way to work them into my decor. I would never pick a piece that I thought was just OK because it looked good over my sofa or mantel. Be confident, be choosy and get artwork that shares a glimpse of your personality, a window into your world. Something personal As much as we all love to look at dreamy decor in magazines and on Pinterest, no one should live in a room that looks like it’s been downloaded from a catalogue. Every space in your home should reflect your unique personality, your well-lived life. Decorating accents are powerful tools to help tell your story. I like to weave in treasures from my travels, snapshots of special moments and those I love, gifts from people who mean the world to me. Add a touch of whimsy when you can, like taking that odd clay sculpture your child or grandkid made in art class, putting it on a cake plate and topping it with a glass cloche to give it the stage it deserves. Every time you walk past it, I bet it will make you smile! One final bit of advice: Don’t let your room remain static, once you have decorated it. I believe good design evolves, and rooms should change to reflect the seasons, your interests and life stages. And above all else, have fun! This column was adapted from Mary Carol Garrity’s blog at www. nellhills.com. She can be reached at marycarol@nellhills.com.
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655 S 46th Street
Longmont
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$925,000
New Construction in Martin Acres. www.655.wkre.com TR Swansick: 303-525-8803
1418 Wildrose Drive
Longmont
New Listing!
$525,000
Beautiful 5 bd/3ba home in a great location! www.1418.wkre.com Debbie Haubert: 303-588-2128
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Firestone
100 Crisman
Boulder
$950,000
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$435,000
Excellent affordable development opportunity. www.frontier.wkre.com Andria Allen: 303-810-8375
Close in Boulder Foothills home. www.100.wkre.com Charlie Matzen: 303-541-1903
9638 Mountain Ridge
2221 Carriage Hills Drive
Boulder
New Listing!
$1,475,000
Boulder
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$1,500,000
2 Acres, VIEWS, 8 minutes to North Boulder. www.9638.wkre.com Geri Oliveira: 720-564-6041
Luxury home w/35 acres, 4.5 miles to Boulder! www.2221.wkre.com Keith McQuillen & Rob Justis: 303-589-1432
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3903 Buckham Way
Longmont
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Hover Medical Campus Vacant Land. www.1325.wkre.com Chris Haught: 303-947-4074
369 Caribou Pass Circle
6 Bed, 6 Bath
$1,350,000
Rustically elegant 6 BR 6 bath masterpiece! www.3903.wkre.com Rob Justis: 303-817-0906
Lafayette
5 Bed, 4 Bath
Longmont
$580,000
Gorgeous Home in Indian Peaks West! www.369.wkre.com Gary & Elaine Collins: 303-947-6129
4210 Bonnell Drive
Loveland
3 Bed, 4 Bath
$667,000
Location, Location, Views & Music from Nature. www.4210.wkre.com Dana Hunt: 303-709-4443
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1315 Vivian, Longmont
$450,000. Office Building
6800 sq ft on 2 levels. Zoning is Medical Overlay/R3. Near Hospital, Formerly Housed 3 Medical Practices and Optical Dispensary. Good Parking.
MLS#72646 with Photo Tour.
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Hover Manor Senior Apartment Residence 1401 Elmhurst Dr. 303-772-9292
$905-$910
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