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5 Home Issues That Could Scare Away Potential Buyers

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To avoid scaring buyers away, it is important to identify and address certain home issues before selling your home.

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OWNING VS. RENTING

What’s better for your wallet?

By Sylvie Temblay GOBankingRates.com (TNS) Part of being smart with your money means managing how much you buy. And while that might be as simple as not buying goods you don’t need, it might also mean considering alternatives to buying – like renting or leasing – to save money.

Opting to rent something has its own set of benefits. For example, you rarely have to make a large up-front payment the way you would with a purchase, and you likely won’t need to worry about the ongoing cost of maintenance. However, rental costs can add up to more than you’d ever pay for an item in the first place, so it’s important to consider whether renting truly saves you money.

To help, we talked to the experts to find out when renting is the better option and when it’s better to buy.

Home vs. apartment The decision to rent or buy a home usually isn’t purely financial. You might also crave the stability and pride of owning or the freedom to renovate and landscape how you want. But there are a few factors that make renting the better financial choice – namely, location.

“Renting usually makes sense unless you are pretty sure you will stay in one home for at least five years,” explained Daniel Mahoney, certified financial planner and president of financial advice firm True Square Financial.

“This is because there are several thousand dollars of transaction costs that come with buying, financing and, eventually, selling a home.”

If you’re looking to stay in the same home for the long haul, however, buying could be worth it.

Furniture Whether you opt to rent or own, outfitting your home can be expensive. And while it might be tempting to turn to furniture rentals to cut down on your upfront costs, it’s probably worth it to invest in buying.

“Regular household items like furniture and appliances are almost always better to purchase

than to rent, unless the need for the item is short-term,” Mahoney said. “The companies that finance these items know that most of their customers lack the cash to purchase these items without financing and can, therefore, get away with charging high rates and fees.”

That doesn’t mean you need to shell out lots of money for expensive furniture, though.

Pick up a few high-quality staple items like sofas, and go for less expensive options for pieces that won’t get used as often.

Vehicle Your vehicle is likely your largest living expense outside of shelter, and the decision to lease rather than buy a car can make a big difference in your bottom line.

Leasing might be preferable, as long as you do it right.

“Leasing can be an attractive alternative to borrowing,” Mahoney said. “Rates are often competitive, and the leasing company assumes the risk that the vehicle depreciates in value more than is expected.”

However, you can run into trouble if you use lease in order to drive a car you really can’t afford, Mahoney said. “When people buy cars in cash, they tend to spend less than they do if they finance the purchase,” he said. “It is easy to lose sight of a $10,000 increment in sticker price when it is translated into an incremental monthly payment of $150.”

You can find out your cost to own a car in your state, but the bottom line is to make your car budget and stick to it, even if you lease.

Solar panels Installing solar panels is a great way to cut your energy bill and help the environment. Both owning and renting have distinct benefits, depending on where in the country you live.

“Typically, you will save more money in the long run by buying solar panels,” said Sarah Hancock, a solar energy expert based in Utah. “Once the panels are paid off, you will own them and all of the energy that they produce, essentially making it so that you do not have to pay for electricity.”

You’ll also get to take advantage of federal and state

tax credits that are not available to renters. Owning is especially beneficial if you live in a state with low electricity prices like Washington, Idaho and Louisiana, where the leasing cost might negate the money you’re saving on electricity.

However, if you live in a state with high energy costs – like Hawaii, Massachusetts or California – renting is your best bet, said Hancock. You won’t need to put any money down upfront, and the monthly energy savings should add up to more than your leasing costs, giving you a net savings.

Wardrobe When deciding whether to rent or buy clothing and accessories, Mahoney recommended considering how often you’ll use an item and what kind of quality you’re looking for. While wardrobe rental services have grown in popularity in recent years, it’s still in your best interest to buy your staple wardrobe items. Not only will you wear these essentials often, but there are also a number of simple ways to save money on clothes.

Save money by investing in a few high-quality staples. For men, this might mean a custom-made suit and a few sport coats; for women, a classic black blazer, work-appropriate dress and some denim that makes you feel fantastic. Even formal wear like tuxedos could be worth buying if you’ll use them a few times a year, said Mahoney, because rented versions tend to be lower in quality.

However, some specialty items – such as costumes or other one-night-only formal wear – are worth renting. Similarly, if you want to experiment with highquality trendy pieces, a rental service could help you try new looks without investing in a piece that might be out of fashion next season.

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Homeowner’s insurance: Replacement cost versus actual cost Lenders are not as nervous to lend as they were a few years ago; as the recession abated, confidence rose. But this doesn’t mean they’re not changing things up.

Nowadays, some are adapting their insurance requirements and mandating that home owners have replacement MICHAELA cost coverage policies. This PHILLIPS is because replacement cost Guaranteed Rate, Inc. protects the lender (and the home owner) in the event of a catastrophe.

Insurance companies offer two types of coverage: actual cost and replacement cost.

Replacement cost Replacement cost fully reimburses the insured for damaged or stolen property. Damage is usually incurred as the result of a weatherrelated event – a tornado or hail storm – or as the result of some other incident (a baseball sailing through a bay window, for instance).

It may be the result of a fire, as well.

Damage as the result of overuse or misuse is not covered by insurers. Insurers will also not repair any item when the cost to repair it exceeds the cost to replace it. Replacement cost doesn’t consider the condition a piece of property was in at the time it was damaged.

It doesn’t consider an item’s age, either.

post an ad asking for the original cost of the item (or, if they do, they probably don’t have many takers). Instead, he or she posts an ad asking for the equipment’s worth after years of use. Actual value policies do the same – the insurer determines the value of the property by weighing several factors, including condition and wear and tear.

Actual cost is a mainstay of car insurers.

When a vehicle is totaled in an accident, the insurers pay for the car’s value at that time; they do not pay for the vehicle’s original purchase price.

Insurance companies offer two types of coverage: actual cost and replacement cost. (Photo: Pixabay)

Actual cost Actual cost (or actual cash value) is designed under the same intention as a replacement cost policy: it reimburses the insurer for damaged or stolen property. However, actual cost will only cover part of the replacement cost. This is the key difference between this type of policy and a replacement value policy.

Actual cost considers depreciation the same way a person selling gym equipment on Craigslist considers it: a seller doesn’t

The benefits of each Both replacement cost polices and actual cost policies offer benefits. The former offers home owners more protection, comprehensive home repairs, and works better with aging properties.

The latter is more affordable, allows home owners to do large repairs themselves, and is a better choice for anyone hoping to turn a profit on their rental property.

When it’s all said and done, home owners may not have a choice of policy; it really depends on the lender. But – for those who do – each policy offers pros and cons.

Michaela Phillips is the Vice President of Mortgage Lending at Guaranteed Rate, Inc. Contact Michaela at 303.579.5517, e-mail michaela@michaelaphillips.com or visit michaelaphillips.com. NMLS:312874.

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Boulder among top cities for well-being BOULDER – Residents of Boulder, Colorado know one thing for certain: living well comes naturally in this environment.

And the TOM latest GallupKALINSKI Healthways RE/MAX of Boulder Well-Being Index confirms it. With a wellbeing index score of 64.7, Boulder ranks No. 10 of 189 metropolitan statistical areas evaluated nationwide.

Tracked on a two-year rolling average, Boulder’s well-being rank has been one of the top communities in the GallupHealthways analysis since 2008.

All of the top-five communities have placed on previous years’ top 10 lists of highest well-being locales.

What constitutes well-being?

There are five essential elements, according to Gallup-Healthways: Purpose: liking what you do each day and being motivated to

achieve your goals Social: having supportive relationships and love in your life Financial: managing your economic life to reduce stress and increase security Community: liking where you live, feeling safe, and having pride in your community Physical: having good health and enough energy to get things done daily Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index scores each community on metrics within the five elements and calculates findings on a scale of 0 to 100, where 0 represents the lowest and 100.

Holistic wellness coach Ales Gil of Boulder Vitale Studio Alex Gil supports the idea that well-being is made up of many factors. “Because we are very integrated systems – physical, mental, emotional, spiritual – one area is constantly affecting the other areas. It is hard to achieve high levels of health by only addressing the physical or mental.

We need to address all areas for optimum health,” says Gil in an interview published on the

TOP 10 COMMUNITIES IN OVERALL WELL-BEING Out of 189 reportable Metropolitan Statistical Areas in the U.S., 2015-2016 Rank

Community

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Naples-Immokalee-Marco Island, FL

Well-Being Index Score 66.3

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Barnstable Town, MA

66.2

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Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA

65.9

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Urban Honolulu, HI

65.4

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Charlottesville, VA

65.3

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North Port-Sarasota-Bradenton, FL

65.2

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San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles-Arroyo Grand, CA

65.2

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Lynchburg, VA

64.9

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Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Beaufort, SC

64.9

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Boulder, CO

64.7

Source: Gallup-Healthwasy Well-Being Index

Boulder Source community news site.

Naples-Immokalee-Marco Island, Florida ranks No. 1 for well-being and Barnstable Town, MA and Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA round out the top three.

Here are the top ten metro areas: Gallup tracks Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) well-being on the basis of two-year rolling averages, allowing for larger sample sizes that improve the statistical accuracy of the data.

About half of all 2015-2016 data in this reporting period overlap with the 2014-2015 index data.

Data are drawn from more

than 354,000 interviews with U.S. adults across all 50 states.

The sample projects to an estimated 95 percent of all U.S. adults.

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5 home issues that could scare away potential buyers Home sellers often think that receiving an offer is the most important milestone in the home selling process.

The reality SUZANNE is, there are PLEWES RE/MAX Alliance several critical milestones that must be reached before reaching the closing table. One early milestone is the home inspection.

To avoid scaring buyers away, it is important to identify and address certain issues beforehand.

After all, knowing that inspection issues were the cause of a deal falling through could deter future potential buyers, so it’s best to avoid the situation altogether.

Below are several issues that often scare away buyers.

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Plumbing leaks Plumbing leaks are not uncommon, but they can be scary. Most buyers imagine the need for a major plumbing repair or assume that mold and other damages may exist behind walls and under floors. If you’ve had any plumbing leaks, no matter how minor, be sure to have them properly repaired. It is also important to repair any damages to ceilings, walls and floors.

Leaving glaring signs of past issues can be detrimental to your home sale.

Wood destroying insects Signs of wood destroying insects is another issue that can quickly scare away potential buyers. First and foremost, if you are aware of any infestations, be sure to get the problem treated. There’s nothing worse to a buyer than to hear that there’s an active issue. Secondly, repair any damaged areas. Lastly, put preventative measures in place

to minimize the chances of the problem recurring (i.e. subscribe to a treatment plan). Most buyers will overlook a past infestation if it’s clear that the problems have been properly and professionally addressed.

Structural problems Home buyers always associate structural issues with high repair costs. However, structural concerns can vary from very minor to major. Hearing that a repair was improperly performed is sometimes just as bad to a buyer as learning that there is an issue to begin with. Therefore, when adding support columns, repairing support beams, or performing other similar work on the structure of your home, be sure to hire a professional, obtain proper permits, and comply with modern building standards.

Avoiding inspection issues Issues with a home will not always cause a deal to fall through. It is often the appearance of a homeowner having ignored known issues that scare buyers most as it eludes to a bigger or growing problem. By addressing items ahead of time, sellers can improve their chances for a successful sale and a higher selling price.

If you’re thinking of selling your home, working with an experienced real estate agent is important. Your agent can help evaluate your home, recommend improvements, and assist with negotiations throughout the selling process.

Suzanne Plewes is a broker associate at RE/MAX Alliance.

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Consider a pre-listing inspection

Traditionally, home inspections are requested by the prospective home buyer.

Seller (or pre-listing) inspections are becoming RICK increasingly JACQUEMARD popular.

Flatirons Home Inspections Having a pre-listing inspection of your home will allow you the opportunity to

address any potential issues ahead of time.

Minimize market time by correcting problems, adjusting your sales price to reflect the FAIR costs of repairs, or provide information necessary to disclose the “as is” condition of your home. You may also want to include items such as radon tests and sewer scopes in your prelisting inspection thus eliminating other question marks in the condition of your home.

Of course, if you are the prospective buyer home

inspections including add-ons like radon testing are always a prudent decision. Even if the seller has had a recent pre-listing inspection lenders may still require another home inspection.

Buyers will feel confident they know what they are purchasing when a home has been inspected by two independent inspectors, one the sellers and one the buyers.

Eliminate the surprise. Whether you are a buyer or seller, having a thorough home inspection from a competent home inspector will

give you peace of mind when buying, and expedite a closing when selling.

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SUPERIOR 1579 S. Hillrose Lane $459,500 Sunday, 2pm-4pm Steve Altermatt Re/Max of Boulder, Inc. 303-441-5669

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Why summer is a great time to sell a vacation home in Colorado As soon as the weather starts heating up – starting in about June and lasting through September – the housing market is at its peak. This JENNIFER is traditionally EGBERT because families RE/MAX Alliance with children want to get settled into a new home before the start of the school year, but the same logic applies to selling a vacation home.

With ski resorts closed, school out, and the Colorado sunshine in full swing, it’s a great time of year to attract motivated buyers and sell a vacation home. Here’s why: Attract summer visitors November through April is when Colorado mountain towns see their biggest tourism boom, thanks to skiers, snowboarders, and visitors enjoying the beauty of the Rocky Mountains. The

With ski resorts closed, school out, and the Colorado sunshine in full swing, it’s a great time of year to attract motivated buyers and sell a vacation home. (Photo: Pexels)

thought of purchasing a vacation home may cross their minds, but these action-packed ski vacations can leave little time to devote to the real estate market. Once they return home, however, the idea of buying into this lifestyle comes to fruition. When people can return to Colorado – often in the spring or summer – they start seriously

looking for the home that really suits them and their lifestyle.

These trips are usually slowerpaced, allowing vacationers the time and energy to become buyers.

Getting your property on the market in early summer, say June, allows you to take advantage of the large number of summer visitors. June can be a slower month, depending on the weather and the density of the winter’s snow. By listing in the early spring or summer, you’ll expose your property to motivated summer visitors.

Less competition Inventory also plays a huge role in spring and summer’s advantageousness. Competition is still low in the early spring. In Summit County, for example, the typical real estate market has lower levels of inventory during the winter months and more properties for sale in the summer months. Starting in mid-April, when most ski areas close, sellers start putting their

properties on the market and inventory begins to build. The earlier you list your property, the more likely you’ll beat out the competition.

Warm weather Nobody likes trudging through snow to see a property, even if it is in a mountain paradise.

Spring and summer weather in the mountains is ideal, hovering around in the 70s and 80s. Buyers will also be drawn to the yearround beauty of their future mountain home. Snow can happen as early as late June or July, so by listing earlier, you are avoiding the possibility of bad weather driving away potential buyers.

Jennifer Egbert is a Realtor at RE/MAX Alliance Downtown in Boulder and specializes in Luxury neighborhoods, home builders and current market conditions. To learn more about the Boulder real estate market, visit jenniferegbert.com, e-mail jennifer@jenniferegbert.com or call 303.619.3373.

REALTOR FOR LIFE

What is an interest-only mortgage?

The following article is a summary of content from the book, “Realtor for Life,” written by Duane Duggan.

The 30-year fully amortized loan has been the mainstay of real estate financing in the U.S. for decades, yet market conditions often bring about DUANE different types DUGGAN of mortgages to Realtor and Author help buyers get RE/MAX of Boulder into a home. At one time, there was a loan called FHA 245, which was a graduated payment, negative amortizing loan. The payments were kept low because the shortage of what the payment should have been was added to the loan balance each month. This worked decently in an accelerating market, but not so well in a declining market.

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lower. Interest-only mortgages got a bit of a bad rap because consumers were missing out on getting the loan paid down when home values began to decline. Since the loans weren’t being paid down, the homeowner became more likely to be foreclosed upon.

When a market accelerates, interest-only mortgages become more commonplace. This is because home prices are accelerating faster than salaries, and the consumer looks for ways to afford a home.

There is definitely a time and place to use the interest-only loan as a tool.

One example I have is when I had a client who had been laid off from his job. This client had other income but the fully amortized payment was making things pretty tight. By using an interest-only mortgage he was able to reduce his payment and stay in his home.

A feature that interest-only loans have is that if you pre-pay any principal, the next month, the interest-only payment is

based on the remaining principal balance. That means the payment goes down immediately. That is a big difference from a 30-year amortized loan. On a 30-year amortized loan, if you pre-pay principal, it reduces the term of the loan, but the payment remains the same.

With the interest-only loan, if you are disciplined enough in making extra principal payments, the monthly loan payment will go down each time you do.

Just this month, interestonly loans have returned to the marketplace for primary residences and second homes. The typical product structure is 3, 5, 7 or 10 year fixed, then becomes an ARM (Adjustable Rate Mortgage).

In general, qualifying is more stringent than for a typical mortgage and down payments are larger.

Doing a quick check with lenders today, I found that interest-only loans on investment properties aren’t available. When they do become available, they are

a wonderful tool. Each time you make an extra principal payment, next month’s payment is lower, and the cash flow gets better. As the cash flow improves, you can keep applying the increased cash flow to principal and before you know it, the loan is paid off!

Contact a mortgage loan professional to see if an interestonly loan is something that would work for you if you qualify.

Duane Duggan has been a Realtor for RE/MAX of Boulder in Colorado since 1982 and has facilitated over 2,500 transactions over his career, the vast majority from repeat and referred clients.

He has been awarded two of the highest honors bestowed by RE/MAX International: the Lifetime Achievement Award and the Circle of Legends Award. Living the life of a Realtor and being immersed in real estate led to the inception of his book, Realtor for Life.

For questions, e-mail Duane at duaneduggan@boulderco.com or call 303.441.5611.

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Seven tips to make moving day go more smoothly Finally after looking online at hundreds of homes for sale, going to dozens of showings and making it though the offer process, you have a home under contract and will soon be moving. Moving day: No matter how much you plan, it’s tiring, chaotic and stressful. You can make it less so by following these tips: Plan your furniture layout ahead of time Measure the rooms of your new home and determine where your large rugs and furniture should be placed. Draw a layout and, if possible, denote these locations with masking tape on the floor.

This will save time rearranging furniture in the days after you move.

Pack your kitchen essentials to have at hand After you move, you will have several dozen boxes in your kitchen. To avoid searching for that one item you need, pack a few “essentials” boxes with items like

enough plates, glasses and flatware for your family, as well as the things you use everyday, such as salt and pepper, olive oil and your go-to frying pan.

KAREN Include paper LIBIN plates, napkins KL Realty and other items for drop-by guests. You will probably need and use these essentials until the end at your former house as well.

Make cleaning and home repair supplies tubs Get two carry-all containers. In one, put basic cleaning supplies, sponges, paper towels and some rags. In the other, put a hammer, screwdrivers, nails, a pencil and a tape measure. Keep these on the kitchen counter of your new home for easy access by all. Again, you don’t want to be searching about for these often needed items.

Pack clothes and toiletries for a few days It may take you longer than you think to get your closet, bedroom and bathroom organized, so having a couple days of clothes and toiletries handy is a good idea.

Make sure you have important items such as medications, toothbrushes and toilet paper.

Have a person at the old house and another at the new house It’s good to have a person at the old house overseeing that things are being moved properly and according to your expectations. For instance, how much do you want your furniture wrapped? Not at all or with plenty of coverage? As movers usually charge by the hour with packing materials extra, these decisions need to be made and then monitored. At the new house, another person needs to direct the movers where items, especially furniture, should go. The closer you get items to where you ultimately want them, the easier things will be for you in the long run.

Have a friend make the beds At the end of a long moving day, there is nothing worse when you are bone tired then realizing you have to make the beds -- but have no idea where the sheets are. Put a friend in charge of keeping track of the linens and making the beds.

Put someone in charge of a food run Here’s another task you will probably not have time for, and you won’t want your partner leaving for an hour or so to do this. Give money to a friend and ask them to get take-out for you all, and if you’re so inclined, the movers. They appreciate it, and this ultimately makes the moving process go more smoothly.

Karen is the owner and managing broker of KL Realty, and has more than 29 years of experience in the Boulder County real estate market. Contact Karen at KL Realty, call 303.444.3177, e-mail team@klrealty.net or visit klrealty.net.

STYLE AT HOME

Wingback chairs warm up every room

By Mary Carol Garrity Tribune News Service (TNS) If you have ever lived in an old, drafty house like I have, you totally get why the world needs wingback chairs. Not only do they wrap their arms around you and keep you snuggly warm, they are so stunning that they elevate the style of any room they grace. For me, they are a must-have, a classic I will always want in my own home.

Wingback chairs smashed onto the decorating scene in England way back in the 1600s. These new-fangled easy chairs included “wings” that were affixed to the back of the chair, often reaching down to the chair’s arm. They were a hearthside chair whose purpose was to protect the inhabitant’s back from the room’s cold drafts while also holding in the heat from the roaring fire. Early models were all wood, but soon consumers wanted something a bit cushier to settle down into, so they evolved into the padded, upholstered chairs we know today.

Through the years, the wingback has changed with the times.

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Creative designers have reinvented this classic over and over again, altering the size and style of the arm, wings and back.

Here is how I like to use them in my home: Cozy up your fireplace Sometimes you just can’t improve on perfection. There’s a reason the wingback has been flanking hearths for hundreds of years. It can’t be beat when it comes to making a space feel warm and cozy. When we design living areas in homes with tall ceilings and open spaces, we like to include a pair of wingbacks in front of the fireplace because their height and weight draws the space together.

Even though the wingback silhouette is hundreds of years old, today’s styles are fresh and new.

The wings are less confining, the arms less restrictive, the fabrics more varied.

Lend drama to your table For a dining space that knocks it out of the park, use a pair of wingback chairs as the host and hostess seats. This is one of our

favorite ways to add drama to a dining area. Want to experiment with some fun colors and bolder patterns? This is the perfect spot because you are covering smaller pieces of furniture (compared with a sofa) that is in a collection of more neutral pieces – a wood table and chairs.

When picking wingback chairs for your dining set, make sure the chair is high enough so you are comfortable when seated, but not so high you can’t push the chair in without smooshing your legs. Also, pay attention to the height of the arm. You don’t want arms so large and confining that it is difficult to get out of the chair easily. If you are worried about stains, consider your upholstery carefully. Leather is safest, as are fabrics made for outdoor use.

Frame a window or door Wingback chairs can give grandeur to just about any spot in your home. Place a pair on either side of a large window, like my friend Julie did in her living room. Or, tuck one into an empty corner to create a cozy reading nook. The tall backs

Even though the wingback silhouette is hundreds of years old, today’s styles are fresh and new. (Photo:TNS)

make them excellent for turning a boring spot into a statement.

Add style to your home office Talk about your power chair! Raise the bar for your home office by swapping out a utilitarian desk chair for a wingback. While a classic wingback can’t be beaten in a traditional office, don’t discount the style if your office is more contemporary. You’ll find lots of wingbacks to choose from that have minimalist lines, fresh fabrics and sleek legs.

This column was adapted from Mary Carol Garrity’s blog atnellhills.com. She can be reached at marycarol@nellhills.com.

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The serene beauty of Thomas Reservoir is perfect for biking, fishing, walking and relaxing. (Photo: Boulder Creek Neighborhoods).

Brennan by the Lake: Low maintenance living in Erie Boulder Creek Neighborhoods’ right-sized homes are meeting the needs of buyers.

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Recognizing the unique combination of a growing downtown area with abundant natural beauty, local homebuilder Boulder Creek Neighborhoods brings their well-known low-maintenance lifestyle to Brennan by the Lake, a lowmaintenance patio and townhome neighborhood in Erie. For recent home-buyers Brenda and David Gilbertson, Brennan by the Lake in Erie is everything they were searching for.

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David and Brenda Gilbertson’s new home allows them to have the time to do what makes them happiest. (Photo: Timothy Seibert, At Home).

adds Brenda. At Brennan by the Lake, “everything” includes not only vibrant downtown Erie (including a bountiful farmer’s market the Gilbertsons love) and quick access to Boulder, Denver and beyond, but also the serene beauty of Thomas Reservoir, perfect for biking, fishing, walking, and relaxing. As Brenda puts it, “We can just hop on a trail and go anywhere.” And on evenings when you’d prefer to stay close to home, the Gilbertsons enjoy the neighborhood get-togethers, which Brenda says are “great for getting to know your neighbors – they have wine nights, barbeques,

and outdoor games that bring everybody together and are really well-attended!”

With low-maintenance homes available in two of Boulder Creek’s signature series, easyHouse® ranch patio homes and yourHouse townhomes, Brennan by the Lake offers homes that are right-sized for buyers’ needs. As David says, “I think what really drew us to these homes is the lifestyle they offer – we knew we wanted to downsize, so that we could spend less time working on upkeep and more time enjoying each day.” Which is exactly what Boulder Creek

Neighborhoods wants for its buyers, and what the Gilbertsons found in their new easyHouse 38, a ranch-style patio home.

Because many of the outdoor home maintenance chores are done on your behalf, including snow removal and lawn care, your free time suddenly becomes yours again. Brenda has especially enjoyed the new freedom, as it has allowed her to devote time to making their house a home: “We spend most of our free time shopping for furniture for the new place!” And David loves having renewed time to do the things he enjoys most: “Whether we head to the mountains or just kick back and have friends over, you finally wonder ‘where did all the time go?’”

Besides having the time to do what makes them happiest, what the Gilbertsons really appreciate about their new home is that it works for them. “I’ve been in a wheelchair for over 37 years, and we still want the same things that everyone wants in their home – an open floor plan, high-quality materials, easy to navigate and maintain.” With a spacious, mainfloor living design and thoughtful details like outlets placed higher up on the wall, Boulder Creek Neighborhood homes can work for a wide range of buyers seeking a low-maintenance lifestyle.

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to think of who their customer is, and they’re continually taking feedback for future homes.” He adds, “For us, it’s a win-win all around. This is a nice, beautifully designed house with high-quality materials and workmanship.”

Efficient space in a beautiful package? Who wouldn’t want that in their home?

For the Gilbertsons, one of the most enjoyable parts of buying their new home was the process.

Buying a home in Boulder County’s competitive market can be difficult. With skyrocketing prices and an ever-growing number of builders and companies to choose from, many buyers find themselves intimidated. Boulder Creek Neighborhoods strives to make the process as simple and painless – even enjoyable – as possible. And that’s exactly the experience Brenda and David had.

“This is the fourth house we’ve built, and in our experience, some builders like to just tell you what you want to hear. Boulder Creek was different. They weren’t ‘trying to make a sale,’ they were really just trying to build a long-term relationship with us,” says David.

In fact, David and Brenda enjoyed their experience working with Boulder Creek

The easyHouse ranch patio homes at Brennan by the Lake offer buyers right-sized living for their needs. (Photo: Boulder Creek Neighborhoods).

Brennan by the Lake is located close to Erie’s award winning community center and library. (Photo: Boulder Creek Neighborhoods).

Neighborhoods so much that David made a point of calling the company’s headquarters in downtown Louisville to let them know what a great experience they had. Making sure Boulder Creek

Neighborhoods knew that they had extremely satisfied customers was important to David. “I’ve not seen another builder who goes to such great lengths,” he says of the builders commitment to designing

and building homes to enhance the lifestyle of their buyers. That’s what’s at the core of Boulder Creek’s philosophy – something they call “lifefullness®”, – homes and neighborhoods designed around your life, the way you want to live it.

An award-winning homebuilder, a low-maintenance, right-sized home in one of the country’s best cities, surrounded by Colorado’s natural beauty. Whether you like the idea of main-floor living in an easyHouse® ranch patio home (starting in the mid $400s), or the flexible design of a yourHouse townhome (from the low $400s), Brennan by the Lake in Erie truly is an oasis that any buyer would be happy to come home to at the end of the day. A few Quick Move-In homes are available if you just can’t wait to begin your new low-maintenance lifestyle.

For more information on Brennan by the Lake or any of the eight active communities by Boulder Creek Neighborhoods, call 720.548.2820 to speak with their dedicated online sales concierge who will be happy to answer any questions, or visit BrennanLiving.com for photos, floor plans and tours.

Steve Altermatt Top 100 Most Influential Real Estate Agent in Colorado, 2016 720 Mapleton Ave 5BD, 6BA, 5,091 sqft, complete interior & exterior restoration of this turn of the century “four square” contemporary home in Mapleton Hill. Grand entry, 2 generous living rooms with fir flooring and elegant gas fireplaces, Gorgeous kitchen with huge center island, marble counters, walk-in pantry, top-of-the-line appliances, open dining room, Sun-filled master retreat with 5-piece luxurious bath and spectacular mountain views!

4275 Eutaw Drive 4BD, 3BA, 3,586 sqft Beautifully remodeled home featuring a generous, open floorplan w/hickory floors & vaulted ceilings located on a large corner lot in the coveted Frasier Meadows neighborhood!

Huge, remodeled kitchen with Schuler cabinetry, slab granite counters & SS appliances. Main floor family room w/vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace & built-in cherry cabinetry. Master suite w/private deck. Cozy, lower level rec-room with wood fireplace. Pro landscaped lot with mature trees & 3 outdoor living areas.

2170 Hillsdale Circle 5BD, 3BA, 3,008 sqft This inviting main floor was expanded in 1996 with a big, open kitchen and family room addition.

Sun-filled kitchen features a large center island, hardwood flooring, and a solar tube skylight. Main floor family room with views of the Flatirons. Generous living room with hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, and a wall of southwest facing windows with views of the Flatirons. Main floor Master bedroom with ensuite 3/4 bath. Finished basement with family room, fireplace, full bath, and two more bedrooms.

2626 Pine Street 2BD, 1BA, 1,192 sqft 2626 Pine Street. Adorable two story home with front porch swing located on two lots with 6,986 sqft of land in Central Boulder.

Lots of land to expand the existing house!

Charming home with tons of character features remodeled kitchen & bath, refinished hardwood floors, arched doorways, original wood staircase, new roof, and freshly painted inside & out!

2870 Duke Circle 2,660 sqft, 3BD, 3 BA, two-story home on a large 11,000 sqft corner lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in Table Mesa. Main level features an eat-in kitchen with tile flooring, dining room and living room with hardwood floors, half bath, and laundry! Three bedrooms and full bath on upper level. Garage was converted into an extra room with separate outside entrance. Finished basement with family room & 3/4 bath.

1049 Yale Circle 4BD, 2BA, 2,337 sqft, Charming ranch with rare floorplan on very quiet cul-de-sac in coveted Table Mesa neighborhood!

Unique floor plan includes French doors that open to private brick patio.

Remodeled bath with granite counter & hand painted tile tub/shower surround. Mature landscaping in front & back yards includes fruit trees. Private master includes a walk-in closet & attached full bath with jetted tub.

Choice of Bear Creek or Mesa Elementary! Nearby parks, trails, South Boulder Rec & Table Mesa Center.

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980 Quinn Street 3BD, 2BA, 912 sqft Charming cottage backs to Bear Canyon Creek w/peek-a-boo view of the Flatirons! Remodeled kitchen w/updated cabinets and all the appliances, including w/d stay! Refinished hardwood floors in living room & bedrooms! Remodeled full bath w/tile floors and tiled tub/shower enclosure! Master bedroom w/attached 1/2 bath & new vanity! Large deck & fully fenced backyard! Double pane windows & freshly painted inside/out

4295 Moorhead Ave 4BD, 2BA, 1,939 sqft Great opportunity for first-time homebuyer or investor!

Great view of the Flatirons, huge lot w/storage shed perfect for gardening and pets! Earn instant equity w/ some minor cosmetic updating and easily convert the large laundry room to a 4th bedroom! Garage was converted into huge, main floor family room.

1579 S. Hillrose Lane Open & inviting 2,182 sqft two-story, 3BD, 2.5BA floorplan, with full unfinished basement, & attached two-car garage in Open Sun 2-4pm the Rock Creek neighborhood of Superior. Remodeled kitchen with granite counters, hardwood flooring, ss appliances and breakfast area, opens to cozy family room with fireplace. Wonderful private backyard with huge deck off the kitchen area.

Master suite with walk-in closet and 5-piece master bath.

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5505 Racquet Court 2BD, 1BA, 954 sqft Cozy cottage privately located on a huge corner lot and no HOA! Spacious wrap around yard and patios in the front and back to enjoy the warm summer days/nights. Updated kitchen with breakfast bar! Updated bath features new lighting & plumbing fixtures. New tile floor entry and new carpet throughout! Must see!

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Buzz about the Colorado Pollinator Highway BOULDER COUNTY – The Colorado Department of transportation is hoping traffic increases along a stretch of I-76 from Arvada to Nebraska.

CAROL Bumbling, O’MEARA zipping, Colorado State hovering and University Extension crawling, all types of drivers are welcome on the special roadway CDOT is maintaining to protect our pollinators.

With the unanimous approval of Joint Resolution 17-1029 on May 8, the Colorado General Assembly ensured that bees, butterflies, and other pollinators have something to buzz about along I-76, the Colorado Pollinator Highway. Recognizing that native ecosystems and agriculture benefit when pollinators are protected, Colorado’s leaders in the House and Senate designated the stretch of road to be used to provide habitat for the smallest of citizens.

“CDOT Landscape Architecture Division had this idea, which came from their staff. We’re trying to build off CDOT policies that create roadside habitats,” says Joyce Kennedy, coordinator for People and Pollinators Action Network. The advocacy group worked with CDOT to bring the proposal to the Colorado legislature.

CDOT has been identifying

potential habitats along roadways, looking for those with potential for different management approaches to enhance and protect animals, birds or insects around them. The Pollinator Highway will help raise awareness of pollinators and provide signs to help educate people on the topic.

Concern over dwindling numbers of native and domesticated pollinators has advocacy groups encouraging action on measures to halt the losses. Restoration of lost habitat is crucial to those efforts. “I-76 runs though rural and urban areas and a number of different ecosystems,” said Kennedy, “By improving mowing policies to cut down on mowing, spot spraying noxious weeds, and using bio-controls to control weeds, roadsides can be good habitat.”

CDOT plans to use more native plants and grasses as they restore roadsides, plus train road maintenance crews in techniques to keep the habitats intact. Losses to windshields shouldn’t be an issue because good habitat will keep insects within a swath instead of foraging in the middle of the road.

The Colorado Pollinator Highways is one piece of the puzzle for helping pollinators overcome their losses. With urbanization taking a toll on diverse habitats, backyard gardeners can play their part by planting a variety of plants that flower throughout the season.

Instead of spraying pesticides

With the unanimous approval of Joint Resolution 17-1029 on May 8, the Colorado General Assembly ensured that bees, butterflies and other pollinators have something to buzz about along I-76, the Colorado Pollinator Highway. (Photo: Shutterstock)

willy-nilly about the yard, use targeted approaches for controlling pests. The first step is correctly identifying what the pest is and then trying low impact controls, such as hand picking, before reaching for a spray. Try to tolerate a little nibbling on a leaf; sacrificing a snack to an insect is part and parcel of having a garden. Choose any pesticide carefully, read and follow the directions on the label, keeping in mind that most prohibit use on plants in flower.

Throughout June, Colorado museums, libraries, businesses, gardens and farmer’s markets will be hosting pollinator activities and events. To see a

complete list of Pollinator Month events and to find out how you can support pollinators, visit coloradopollinatormonth.com.

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, e-mail comeara@bouldercounty.org or visit ext.colostate.edu/boulder.

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3 essential, smart kitchen devices be controlled by both manual touch and app, while the Joule is controlled almost exclusively via the app.

Keep an eye on the temperature of your dinner with the Kitchen Thermometer Mini. This ultra compact, Bluetooth smart cooking thermometer lets chefs track a single temperature through an app, and the app includes dozens of preset temperature alarms.

Cooks get an alert from their mobile phone or tablet when food is ready. $39.99, target.com. (Photo: Target) The Anova Precision Cooker sous vide machine allows home chefs to cook food low and slow under water in sealed plastic bags without the risk of overcooking. It clamps to the side of any pot, and users can control it via the smartphone app or on the machine itself. Starting at $149, anovaculinary.com/store. (Photo: Anova)

By Debbie Carlson, Chicago Tribune (TNS) Smart technology is making its way into the kitchen in ways big and small, but not everything will get you cookin’.

Splashier items like Wi-Ficonnected refrigerators and stoves that let you operate them remotely look cool, but cooking experts aren’t sold on them yet for home use, noting that the technology may be obsolete long before the traditional aspect of the appliance stops working.

Instead, they say three smart gadgets are worth a home chef’s dollars.

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machines allow food to retain more flavor because food is cooked slowly in an airtight bag under circulating water at low temperatures.

Both Chef Brian Schreiber, educational representative at Kendall College, and Lance Nitahara, lecturing instructor at Culinary Institute of America raved about them.

“It’s a really great way to cook to maximize your flavor. I think in the next year or two, sous vide is going to pop up more and more, especially as people get more educated,” Schreiber said. “It creates a controlled environment that you don’t get with traditional cooking.”

Although these machines are coming down in price, the two experts caution home chefs to not automatically pick the cheapest ones. “You get what you pay for,” Nitahara said.

The low and slow cooking times make monitoring sous vide cooking from an app easy.

There are two top smart sous vide machines, the Anova Precision Cooker ($149) and the ChefSteps Joule ($199). Tests by popular technology magazines show they essentially cook the same. The main difference is the Anova can

Smart thermometer Lisa McManus, executive tasting and testing editor at America’s Test Kitchen, said though some smart kitchen devices feel like either the technology or the device’s function is an afterthought, that’s not the case with a smart thermometer.

In America’s Test Kitchen tests, the top choice was the iDevices Kitchen Thermometer ($39.99), a Bluetooth-enabled smart thermometer. When home chefs need to step away while cooking, being able to use an app to check on the food’s temperature is a handy way to avoid overcooking the meal.

“It gave us accurate, clear temperature readouts, which is basically what you want in a good thermometer. The ‘smart’ side of this product – where it uses Bluetooth to send information to your phone – works as well as the thermometer itself. What’s more, applying smart technology here isn’t just an extra; it solves a real problem,” McManus said.

A host of other smart thermometers are available, such as Weber’s iGrill2 ($99), which was made specifically for a grill’s high temperatures.

Induction burner Nitahara said the induction burner is one of his favorite cooking devices. These burners are more efficient than gas burners; they heat up fast and cool off quickly, plus they let chefs digitally control the exact temperature.

“If you have recipes you did once and it turned out great, you can notate what number you set it to and get that number every single time. I use my pressure cooker and can adjust to the number I want it to be for maximum pressure,” he said.

While most induction burners are part of complete ranges, some single induction burner plates are coming out that are Wi-Fienabled.

Nitahara said to work on an induction burner, a pan must be made of a magnetic material, meaning aluminum pans won’t work.

Hestan Cue’s single induction burner ($549) comes with a smart pan that works with the induction burner and includes a recipe app via Bluetooth technology that guides users through cooking and automatically adjusts the temperature for each step.

Nitahara said he expects induction burners will become more popular.

“It’s the future of cooking today,” he says. “A lot of kitchens are turning to induction burners.”

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Solid surface shower wall panel kits are becoming very popular for new shower stall installations. (Photo: Kohler)

Bottom line: To get rid of a big problem, sometimes you might be better off if you just cover it up!

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A: Solid surface shower wall panel kits are becoming very popular for new shower stall installations.

The good news is these durable waterproof panels can also be custom-cut and installed over existing tile walls. So, to avoid extensive demo work you can open up only the wet wall area needed to install the new mixing valve.

Once the plumbing is completed, the wall panels along with the corner joint kits can be installed over the existing tile. This not only can make the job easier, it can also give your shower stall a brand-new look.

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Q: Dear Ed: We have an older shower stall and the mixing valve has to be replaced. The valve is installed in an area hard to access and we need to open up the tile.

The present tile can’t be matched.

Any ideas on how we may avoid extensive remodeling work and best deal with this big problem?

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10 ways to dress up your kitchen

By Cathy Hobbs Tribune News Service (TNS) When it comes to entertaining, it’s common to dress up a dining table to enhance food pairing or to create a decorative table scape. But why not dress up your kitchen and casual dining areas year-round? Many homeowners embrace the opportunity to showcase decorative elements in a creative way. If you are looking for ways to include these elements into your home, here are some creative tips.

1. Select some of your favorite things.

2. Look for both color and texture. These elements can often serve as your creative guide.

3. Don’t overdo it. In many instances less is more.

4. Transition your decor. Experiment with rotating your decor depending on the season or occasion.

5. Don’t forget to incorporate black or white. White is a wonderful foundation color, while black adds a sense of glam and elegance.

6. Stay away from trendy pieces. It is better to choose pieces that will stand the test of time.

7. Add reflective surfaces such as mirrors.

These elements can really glam up your table.

8. Try using real or dried fruits as decor elements. They not only add color, but are

Interesting accents create an attractive coffee area. (Photo: Cathy Hobbs/TNS)

relatively inexpensive.

9. Look for interesting bowls and vessels to display your decor.

10. Don’t be afraid to display a minimalist look. Often single items done well can have impact.

Cathy Hobbs, based in New York City, is an Emmy Award-winning television host and a nationally known interior design and home staging expert with offices in New York City, Boston and Washington, D.C. Contact her at info@cathyhobbs.com or visit her website at cathyhobbs.com.

Fresh lettuce placed in a teak bowl helps perk up a kitchen island. (Photo: Cathy Hobbs/TNS)

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How can you refresh your furniture?

By Emily Simpson, Angie’s List (TNS) Whether your furniture is outdated or you like changing your decor regularly, refreshing your current furniture or a garage sale find is a great way to get an updated look.

Painting furniture One of the easiest ways to update a piece is to paint it. Painted furniture isn’t limited to wood; you can update metal, wicker, even upholstery.

Personalize any piece to match your style; add a funky design or go with a classic antiqued look.

Your furniture will determine the paint you use: – Stain. Wood stains are an ever-popular choice and come in a variety of hues, from cherry red to dark espresso.

– Spray paint. A great option for furniture with details or lots of curves. You can choose various colors and finishes, include matte, satin or metallic. Works for various materials, like metal, wicker or wood.

– Chalk paint. Increasingly popular, very little prep work is required and it (plus a finishing wax) gives furniture a nice antique look. True to its name, it provides a matte, chalky finish.

– Latex. Available at many hardware stores, it lets you to choose a vibrant color or a specific shade. Latex paints offer a variety of finishes, from a shiny satin to a flat matte.

– Acrylic. Available at craft stores, works

for many different pieces, making it an almost universal option.

– Fabric medium. Mixed with an acrylic or latex paint for painting upholstered furniture.

Slipcovers Slipcovers are a simple, fast way to refresh any furniture. You can switch colors and patterns for the season, or simply choose a new neutral color to hide an outdated floral or plaid piece.

You can try to make your own slipcovers to match your home’s decor and furniture’s specifications. Otherwise, you can buy one that ties on, snaps on or has an elastic band.

Reupholstering Reupholstering furniture is a bit more expensive than painting, but it’s much cheaper than buying a new chair or couch. By reupholstering that ugly wingback chair, you can choose the fabric you want, add some updated elements like tufting or nail-head trim and make sure you have the exact look you want.

Accessorize furniture Some old furniture just needs a bit of a touchup to give it a fresh look. You could swap old handles and pulls for updated pieces, paint outdated gold handles and hinges, add a nail head trim to the arms or backs of chairs and couches, or re-cover pillows and cushions on couches and chairs, or buy new ones.

Simple measures can refresh your furniture and bring new life to an old piece. (Photo: Summer Galyan)

Emily Simpson is a reporter for Angie’s List, a trusted provider of local consumer reviews and an online marketplace of services from top-rated providers. Visit AngiesList.com.

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AtHomeColorado.com/Rentals Complex Name Hover Manor Senior Apartment Residence

Address 1401 Elmhurst Drive, Longmont

Type Senior Living

Rent $905/$910 per month

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Boulder Area Real Estate Statistics May 2017

Year to Date

HOUSE SALES May 2017 Statistics Average Sales Price

Sold Listings

Location Boulder Erie Lafayette Longmont Louisville Lyons Mountains Niwot Plains Superior Total

Sold Inventory Avg. Sales Listings Price 102 245 $1,136,184 42 83 $508,243 32 47 $620,166 134 198 $487,244 37 25 $681,829 16 27 $528,165 30 135 $762,850 2 26 $1,362,000 52 187 $779,577 11 16 $656,210 458 989

Days on Market 57 56 43 51 58 101 71 131 71 37

Median Sales Price $953,500 $478,135 $556,000 $425,500 $659,000 $511,000 $667,700 $1,362,000 $677,500 $639,900

Location Boulder Erie Lafayette Longmont Louisville Lyons Mountains Niwot Plains Superior Total

Thru May-16 355 146 93 484 64 41 119 23 234 46 1,605

Thru May-17 360 133 117 466 91 32 112 23 211 46 1,591

% Chg 1.4 (8.9) 25.8 (3.7) 42.2 (22.0) (5.9) 0.0 (9.8) 0.0

Thru May-16 $ 967,008 $ 477,126 $ 553,621 $ 414,021 $ 619,503 $ 429,012 $ 601,781 $1,009,288 $ 707,366 $ 637,339

Thru % Chg May-17 $ 1,028,969 6.4 $ 501,960 5.2 $ 570,713 3.1 $ 478,327 15.5 $ 667,645 7.8 $ 528,563 23.2 $ 619,983 3.0 $1,149,360 13.9 $ 820,276 16.0 $ 640,443 0.5

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Boulder Erie Lafayette Longmont Louisville Lyons Mountains Niwot Plains Superior Total

Avg. Sales Price $462,410 $247,500 $313,764 $301,753 $349,125 $0 $0 $369,500 $426,727 $396,225

Days on Market 38 49 38 45 31 0 0 47 36 40

Median Sales Price $430,000 $247,500 $291,000 $296,000 $345,125 $0 $0 $379,000 $392,000 $330,000

Location Boulder Erie Lafayette Longmont Louisville Lyons Mountains Niwot Plains Superior Total

Boulder Erie Lafayette Longmont Louisville Lyons Mountains Niwot Plains Superior

Thru May-16 75 67 56 55 54 125 132 131 80 36

Thru May-17 70 55 56 52 59 113 91 98 80 42

% Chg (6.7) (17.9) 0.0 (5.5) 9.3 (9.6) (31.1) (25.2) 0.0 16.7

Thru May-16 214 19 56 93 20 1 1 5 36 15 460

Thru May-17 257 17 38 145 34 3 1 8 47 18 568

Days on Market

Average Sales Price

Sold Listings

Sold Inventory Listings 69 72 2 10 13 5 40 39 2 8 0 0 0 1 4 2 15 10 4 2 149 149

Location

Thru May-16 $844,000 $455,000 $495,000 362,750 $580,000 $410,000 $465,000 $825,000 $597,995 $642,418

Thru % Chg May-17 $863,500 2.3 $476,750 4.8 $515,000 4.0 410,000 13.0 $675,000 16.4 $530,000 29.3 $568,900 22.3 $997,500 20.9 $665,000 11.2 $612,500 (4.7)

Year to Date

May 2017 Statistics Location

Median Sales Price

Days on Market

% Chg 20.1 (10.5) (32.1) 55.9 70.0 200.0 0.0 60.0 30.6 20.0

Thru May-16 $446,604 $258,939 $325,134 $295,546 $365,774 $270,000 $156,672 $211,300 $283,941 $379,382

Thru May-17 $466,191 $280,572 $344,577 $311,117 $428,419 $344,333 $387,974 $338,563 $366,283 $368,811

% Chg 4.4 8.4 6.0 5.3 17.1 27.5 147.6 60.2 29.0 (2.8)

Location Boulder Erie Lafayette Longmont Louisville Lyons Mountains Niwot Plains Superior

Thru May-16 41 38 137 117 48 43 40 25 30 43

Thru May-17 47 37 56 64 51 70 29 39 48 38

Median Sales Price % Chg 14.6 (2.6) (59.1) (45.3) 6.3 62.8 (27.5) 56.0 60.0 (11.6)

Thru May-16 $400,450 $235,000 $347,559 $290,000 $295,000 $270,000 $156,672 $182,000 $278,000 $353,000

Thru May-17 $405,000 $254,000 $362,500 $296,000 $414,900 $360,000 $387,974 $313,750 $350,000 $327,500

% Chg 1.1 8.1 4.3 2.1 40.6 33.3 147.6 72.4 25.9 (7.2)

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Terms negotiable.

(970)349-4030 mfeier@cbmr.com

Large 1BR in Beautiful NE Longmont Home: Looking for a Great, Female, Clean, Considerate, Fun & Positive, Person.

Shared Living, Dining, Kitchen, Laundry, Large Yard, Deck & Internet.

Great Neighbors.

Available 6/1. No Pets.

1 Year Lease Required .

Visit us on line at: www.boardwalkapartments.com

303-442-0200

Call us 8am-8pm weekdays 9am-6pm weekends!

2737 Mapleton, Ste.102

sell your

Items less than $500:

free, 3 lines, 30 days Items $500 or more:

$10, 5 lines, 30 days

$650/month, utilities included.

303-818-7239 Single Room in Quiet Area Overlooking Boulder Creek & BHS: 1 Minute to CU, Shared Bath & Off St Parking.

No Pets, No Smoke, No Kitchen, Available June 1st. 303-444-2211

Rental Wanted

Water Mineral Want to purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557, Denver, CO 80201

Charming Sugarloaf Home Spect. Views! Unparalleled privacy! 15 min fr Bldr. 3BR 2BA + studio Apt above 2-C gar. FP + loft. Pets OK. Avail 7/1. $3,500/mo + dep, 1 yr lse. 303-473-0182 AM or Eve

2BR 1BA Units in Loveland:

Lg 1BR & Priv BA in N Boulder 3BR Home w/ Hrdwd Flrs, Deck & 2 C Gar. $650/mo + Utils. 303-526-8288.

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Tired of Apartment Living!

55-plus. Responsible tenants. Pay on time.

Looking for gem of a home w/landlord to match. We are homeowners, too, and will love and care for your home as our own.

Call 602-380-3624

empty your

$25, 10 lines, 4 days plus a free garage sale kit.

303.466.3636 BOULDER/BROOMFIELD/LONGMONT 970.635.3650 LOVELAND Stuff: Private party and general merchandise only; not for commercial/business accounts. Excludes cars, homes and pets. No refund for early cancellation.

Garage Sales: Call by 3 p.m. Monday for publication in the Wednesday Colorado Hometown Weekly & Thursday BroomďŹ eld Enterprise; call by 1 p.m. Tuesday for the Colorado Hometown Weekly.

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BOULDER | 3611 SILVERTON STREET 4 BR * 4 BA * 4108 TSF (822469) * $995,000

BOULDER | 2045 GROVE STREET 3 BR * 2 BA * 1283 TSF (822549) * $699,900

BOULDER | 350 ARAPAHOE AVE. #3 2 BR * 2 BA * 851 TSF (822580) * $139,900

LOUISVILLE | 264 S. CARTER AVENUE 4 BR * 2 BA * 1576 TSF (822588) * $475,000

LOUISVILLE | 643 W. SANDBAR CIRCLE

BROOMFIELD | 14651 SORREL RUN

BOULDER | 4786 KELLOGG CIRCLE

3 BR * 3 BA * 2128 TSF (783697) * $489,900

3 BR * 3 BA * 4804 TSF (783853) * $699,000

4 BR * 3 BA * 2530 TSF (783855) * $625,000

BOULDER | 5395 OLDE STAGE ROAD 3 BR * 3 BA * 3766 TSF (822598) * $850,000

BOULDER | 1905 ARAPAHOE AVENUE 2 BR * 1 BA * 1204 TSF (822656) * $789,000

LONGMONT | 5876|PARK LANE ROAD BOULDER | 977 KELLY ROAD | WEST BOULDER 7469 PARK CIRCLE BOULDER 1735 5 BR * 4 BA * 2959 TSF 3 BR * 3 BA * 2839 TSF (822799) * $675,000 (822883) * $819,000

5 BR * 4 BA * 4603 TSF (783886) * $837,700

BOULDER | 1035-1077 ROXWOOD LN. TRIPLEX * 7 BR * 6 BA * 4072 TSF (823056) * $1,400,000

BOULDER | 3830 NEWPORT LANE 3 BR * 3 BA * 2398 TSF (822678) * $1,475,000

BOULDER | 5930 GUNBARREL AVE. E BOULDER | 2310 SPOTSWOOD PLACE GILLASPIE DRIVE BOULDER | 2870 JUILLIARD STREET 3 BR * 2 BA * 1170 TSF

5 BR * 5 BA * 6610 TSF

3 BR * 2 BA * 1756 TSF(822929) * $415,000 (783950) * $1,050,000

* $1,750,000 5 BR * 4(823030) BA * 3454 TSF (783981) * $1,349,000

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WESTMINSTER | 9300 W. 98TH COURT 4 BR * 3 BA * 2264 TSF (823063) * $349,900

BOULDER | 2227 CANYON #308A 1 BR * 1 BA * 702 TSF (822778) * $315,000

BOULDER | 1633 18TH STREET #6 2 BR * 2 BA * 945 TSF (823075) * $519,500

LONGMONT | 1433 TERRA ROSA AVE. 5 BR * 4 BA * 3037 TSF (823112) * $517,000

LAFAYETTE | 1420 CRETE COURT F-7

BOULDER | 3287 OURAY STREET

BOULDER | 4938 CARTER COURT

1 BR * 1 BA * 707 TSF (784026) * $149,900

3 BR * 3 BA * 3656 TSF (784046) * $799,500

3 BR * 4 BA * 2028 TSF (784100) * $425,000

BOULDER | 1360 WALNUT #208 1 BR * 1 BA * 708 TSF (823116) * $569,000

BOULDER | 1319 ALPINE AVE. #12 2 BR * 2 BA * 869 TSF (823156) * $415,000

WARD | 2001 SPRING GULCH ROAD 1 BR * 1 BA * 912 TSF (823171) * $525,000

GOLDEN | 10657 TWIN SPRUCE ROAD 1 BR * 2 BA * 744 TSF (823178) * $199,000

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