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Sunday, Aug 2, 2015

BuildingPermits The figures quoted here are based on the weekly printout from the Regional Bldg. Department. Not all permit data are shown. Prices include labor and materials and do not reflect lot price, utility tap fees, or other expenses. The following covers Jul. 18 to Jul. 24, 2015.

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12930 Brogans Bluff Dr. $497,815 Cuvala Const., Inc. Waldo Canyon 25950 Falcon Hwy. $180,644 Wideload Inc. 5286 Lost Cabin Rd. $370,497 Palace Homes, Inc. 8750 Dry Needle Pl. $377,885 Keller Homes Inc. 8660 Dry Needle Pl. $376,922 Keller Homes Inc. 4517 Outlook Ridge Trl. $490,748 Campbell Homes Ltd. 10410 Mt Emerald Dr. $349,402 Campbell Homes Ltd. 8435 Longleaf Ln. $329,271 Oakwood Homes, Llc. 8447 Longleaf Ln. $384,631 Oakwood Homes, Llc. 8333 Longleaf Ln. $313,851 Oakwood Homes, Llc. 8339 Longleaf Ln. $313,851 Oakwood Homes, Llc. 8441 Longleaf Ln. $329,057 Oakwood Homes, Llc. 8321 Longleaf Ln. $337,409 Oakwood Homes, Llc. 5917 Sayres Rd. $572,557 Homeowner 774 Sally Hill Ct. $466,976 Richmond American Homes 4931 Stonehill Rd. $613,140 Alliance Homes, Llc. Dba Alliance Bldrs.

4735 Saxton Hollow Rd. $716,151 Villagree, Llc. 13773 Park Meadows Dr. $377,564 St. Aubyn Homes, Llc. 6116 Wild Turkey Dr. $282,691 St. Aubyn Homes, Llc. 6126 Wild Turkey Dr. $251,531 St. Aubyn Homes, Llc. 6136 Wild Turkey Dr. $224,654 St. Aubyn Homes, Llc. 6146 Wild Turkey Dr. $328,093 St. Aubyn Homes, Llc. 6156 Wild Turkey Dr. $292,007 St. Aubyn Homes, Llc. 6166 Wild Turkey Dr. $269,306 St. Aubyn Homes, Llc. 6176 Wild Turkey Dr. $328,093 St. Aubyn Homes, Llc. 6186 Wild Turkey Dr. $252,066 St. Aubyn Homes, Llc. 3651 Desert Willow Ln. $271,555 Challenger Homes, Inc. 3513 Saguaro Cr. $368,569 Challenger Homes, Inc. 7561 Calm Oasis Pl. $296,183 Challenger Homes, Inc. 7562 Calm Oasis Pl. $382,490 Challenger Homes, Inc. 7552 Calm Oasis Pl. $491,926 Challenger Homes, Inc. 7815 Wagonwood Pl. $415,577 Aspen View Homes 1330 Alveston St. $343,513 Aspen View Homes 7489 Bonterra Ln. $324,881 Aspen View Homes 2840 Lake Meadow Dr. $608,214 Aspen Gold Gen. Contr. & Eng. 6773 Mustang Rim Dr. $424,358 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. 6080 Traditions Dr. $483,252 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. 8722 Mossy Bank Ln. $400,051 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. 12528 Chatter Creek Ct. $476,506 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. 12546 Chatter Creek Ct. $576,519 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. 8608 Moorland Ln. $535,079 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. 13689 Kitty Joe Ct. $396,517 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. 6659 Dance Hall Ln. $243,500 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. 6879 Dancing Wind Dr. $336,552 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. 6717 Indian Feather Dr. $506,703 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. 13053 Cupcake Hts. $337,623 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. 13059 Cupcake Hts. $338,587 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. 3114 Kettle Ridge Dr. $396,624 Vanguard Homes Corp.

6142 Rowdy Dr. $458,088 Vanguard Homes Corp.

5930 Finglas Dr. $491,926 Challenger Homes, Inc. 7617 N Sioux Cr. $297,789 Reunion Homes 7653 N Sioux Cr. $219,193 Reunion Homes 2181 Lost Quail Pt. $286,867 Carleton Homes, Inc. 2605 Reed Grass Way, $469,867 Reunion Homes 2565 Reed Grass Way, $399,944 Reunion Homes 785 Tailings Dr. $328,629 St. Aubyn Homes, Llc. 2604 Reed Grass Way, $388,272 Reunion Homes 726 N Royer St. $348,545 Abs Worldwide Const. Co. 11656 Spectacular Bid Cr. $470,000 Vantage Homes Corp.

1293 Foothills Farm Way, $550,820 Vantage Homes Corp.

11528 Funny Cide Ct. $545,374 Vantage Homes Corp.

16052 Denver Pacific Dr. $542,681 Vantage Homes Corp.

8803 Lily Grace Pt. $203,666 Jm Weston Homes Llc. 8813 Lily Grace Pt. $185,784 Jm Weston Homes Llc.

• 8823 Lily Grace Pt. $226,688 Jm Weston Homes Llc.

MOBILE HOME

• 3405 Sinton Rd 181, $5,000 Wideload Inc.

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6543 Passing Sky Dr. $13,183 K. K.’s Carpentry Svc., Bsmt. Finish 18705 Emerald Ln. $5,000 Eagle Stucco, Llc., Stucco 8810 Liverpool Ln. $5,500 Krueger Bros. Const., Reroof 25 Woodmen Ct. $7,000 J. R. B. Ents. Inc., Reroof 4710 Witches Hollow Ln. $2,000 L & N Const. Llc., Reroof 5702 Charlotte Pkwy, $4,200 Jr Roof Mntce., Reroof 7559 Barn Owl Dr. $3,406 Reynolds Roofing Systs., Llc., Reroof 3524 Brady Blvd. $6,000 Ahp Const., Inc., Siding 1630 Territory Trl. $7,500 C & S Roofing & Contr., Reroof 1007 Iowa Ave. $7,400 Total Roofing, Reroof 2018 Ridgeway Ave. $8,200 Sunrise Plstrg. & Stone Llc., Stucco 8410 Melross Ct. $11,000 Saren Structures, Reroof 1783 Columbine Village Dr. $3,300 Aspen Roofing Co., Inc., Reroof 7155 Alpenwood Way, $5,000 Homeowner, Reroof 5120 Omega Way, $3,000 J & D Lathe & Stucco, Stucco 665 Winding Hills Rd. $3,000 J & D Lathe & Stucco, Stucco 734 N Center St. $1,000 Homeowner, Deck Rplcmt.

2780 El Capitan Dr. $3,900 All Phase Roofing, Inc., Reroof 3526 N Cascade Ave G4, $2,500 M D Remodg., Reroof 1116 Livingston Ave. $5,000 Aim High Roofing Llc., Reroof 4913 S Eldon Dr. $5,500 Aim High Roofing Llc., Reroof 802 Hoorne Ave. $6,000 Avalanche Roofing & Exts., Reroof 32 Front St. $4,000 J. R. B. Ents. Inc., Reroof 5172 Stillwater Dr. $4,800 Thatsmyroofer.com, Reroof 9931 Red Sage Dr. $9,600 Cheyenne Mtn. Roofing, Reroof 2950 Mule Shoe Dr. $13,188 Champion Window Co. of CS, Reroof 2685 Heathrow Dr. $12,182 Integrity Roofing & Painting Llc., Reroof 4727 Pine Marten Pt. $4,000 Tri-lakes Roofing, Reroof 1014 N Weber St. $15,000 Moeller Homes Llc., Reroof 2155 Rimwood Dr. $6,727 Homeowner, Deck 2214 N Franklin St. $2,000 Phil Jung Designs, Int. Remod.

3211 Tail Spin Dr. $6,113 All Things New Roofing & Rest., Reroof 5725 Pamlico Dr. $5,052 All Things New Roofing & Rest., Reroof 1008 Pioneer Ln. $6,800 Homeowner, Deck 1531 Mt Everett St. $2,000 Seaback Roofing & Rest., Reroof 4732 Saddle Ridge Dr. $6,000 Victory “1” Roofing Llc., Reroof 18570 Woodhaven Dr. $6,500 Fixins Home Svcs., Reroof 3140 Deliverance Dr. $3,250 Handyman Connection, Deck 5623 E Old Farm Cr. $7,500 Old World Const., Inc., Reroof 2107 Princeton Way, $5,400 Architects Choice Bldrs. Llc., Reroof 1504 Maxwell St. $2,000 Seaback Roofing & Rest., Reroof 318 Mount View Ln. $3,333 1st Priority Roofing, Llc., Reroof 258 Vehr Dr. $4,416 Total Roofing, Reroof 5335 Silver Dr. $14,600 Island Const. Svcs., Llc., Deck 2025 Spirerock Path, $8,000 Diamond Roofing & Const., Reroof 912 E Boulder St. $3,200 Diamond Roofing & Const., Reroof 1840 Bula Dr. $3,000 Diamond Roofing & Const., Reroof 1928 Traces Ln. $5,800 Total Roofing, Reroof 3118 Illinois Ave. $3,200 Total Roofing, Reroof 3160 Blue Mtn. Way, $9,849 Homestead Roofing, Inc., Reroof 7604 Antelope Meadows Cr. $12,727 Homestead Roofing, Inc., Reroof 1317 W Pikes Peak Ave. $8,209 Trafton Roofing & Repair Svc., Reroof 2925 S Roche Dr. $6,400 Petrali Roofing, Reroof 1358 Hillcrest Ave. $4,032 Abello’s Roofing Llc., Reroof 5623 Preminger Dr. $6,016 Abello’s Roofing Llc., Reroof 5170 Broadmoor Bluffs Dr. $10,500 Lianro Metal Roofs, Inc., Reroof 8845 Rory Creek St. $3,333 1st Priority Roofing, Llc., Reroof 308 Morningside Dr. $7,000 Ace Const. & Exts., Reroof 11445 Neutra Grv. $2,300 Homeowner, Pergola 4035 Breaking Dawn St. $4,600 Homeowner, Reroof 5383 Picket Dr. $10,135 Prime Cos. Inc. Dba Pci Const. Svcs., Siding 1010 High Lake Vw. $100,000 Gregoire Homes, Heated Greenhouse 7215 Heron Gulf Vw. $3,600 Homeowner, Reroof 1109 Vega Dr. $7,500 Homeowner, New Fndtn. Drain 6608 Provincial Dr. $4,000 Zede Roofing, Reroof 7308 Steward Ln. $15,323 Homeowner, Bsmt. Finish

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3003 W Uintah St. $10,419 Straight Line Const., Co. Fndtn. Repair 1840 W Cheyenne Rd. $5,780 Straight Line Const., Co. Fndtn. Repair 830 S Wahsatch Ave. $900 Just The Guy Inc., Deck Joist Repair 807 Weber Ridge Pt. $900 Just The Guy Inc., Deck Joist Repairs 306 E Fountain Blvd. $900 Just The Guy Inc., Deck Joist Repairs 1120 N War Eagle Dr. $14,250 Rampart Roofing, Inc., Reroof 7527 Fairbranch Ct. $12,721 Homeowner, Bsmt. Finish 301 Ruxton Ave. $7,389 Western Roofing Specialists, Reroof 31 Bonfoy Ave. $4,300 Integrity Roofing & Painting Llc., Reroof 15 Broadmoor Ave. $22,500 S K Steele Const. Co. Inc., Int. Remod.

4710 Langdale Way, $9,156 D & D Custom Home Remodg., Deck 1331 N Tejon St. $41,000 Art C Klein Const., Inc., Int. Remod. & Addn.

13455 Cedarville Way, $10,192 Triton Roofing, Reroof 317 W Dale St. $9,552 Integrity Roofing & Painting Llc., Reroof 7057 Oasis Butte Dr. $10,502 High Point Roofing, Reroof 2807 Jon St. $5,000 X-cel Rest. Inc., Reroof 4029 Shelley Ave. $3,500 Marquez Lathing & Stucco, Llc., Stucco 7765 Valley Quail Pt. $3,200 Properkey, Reroof 4679 Pine Marten Pt. $3,200 Properkey, Reroof 704 Cresta Rd. $10,035 Cornerstone Roofing & Gutters, Llc., Reroof 5244 Fossil Butte Dr. $4,000 All Phase Roofing, Inc., Reroof 423 E Bijou St. $3,500 Estrada Roofing, Reroof 4279 Apache Plume Dr. $5,200 Rampart Roofing, Inc., Reroof 123 E Washington St. $8,433 Jayne Of All Trades, Inc., Reroof 124 W Columbia St. $22,644 Jayne Of All Trades, Inc., Reroof 420 E San Miguel St. $7,481 Jayne Of All Trades, Inc., Reroof 6747 Lost Springs Dr. $6,400 Timberline Roofing & Const., Reroof 7437 Hawkbill Vw. $6,278 Timberline Roofing & Const., Reroof 1826 N Prospect St. $9,500 Finish Line Const., Reroof 950 Tammany Dr. $10,500 Severy Creek Roofing Inc., Reroof 2075 Brookwood Dr. $38,500 Severy Creek Roofing Inc., Reroof 1402 Lorraine St. $41,000 Severy Creek Roofing Inc., Reroof 17 El Encanto Dr. $27,312 Bordner Installation Group Inc., Reroof 2988 Sunnywood Ave. $38,000 Orr Const. Co Llc., Addn.

1820 Palm Dr. $10,677 Trafton Roofing & Repair Svc., Reroof 160 Balmoral Way, $20,000 Shaun Chapin, Reroof 1702 Grand Overlook St. $5,000 CO Grouting, Fndtn. Repair 1325 W Cucharras St. $6,000 Rocky Mtn. Custom Decks, Deck 4263 Charleston Dr. $2,055 Mtn.view Svcs., Llc., Deck 6418 Altman Dr. $600 Homeowner, Siding 1564 Shrider Rd. $3,000 Schultz Roofing, Reroof 5570 Jennifer Ln. $5,000 Lifetime Const., Reroof 5683 Anna Lee Way, $5,000 Regional Town Centre Llc., Reroof 11707 Denver Rd. $21,192 Homeowner, Bsmt. Finish 10644 Rhinestone Dr. $7,000 All-around Roofing, Reroof 990 Eagle Rock Rd. $6,000 J & E Plstrg., Stucco 2417 Balboa St. $5,800 J & E Plstrg., Stucco 1922 Mesa View Ct. $8,500 Jd Vigil Home Svcs., Reroof 617 Rowe Ln. $2,500 Rice’s Remodg., Stucco 4449 Millburn Dr. $2,500 Rice’s Remodg., Stucco 355 Tamarron Dr. $5,000 Homeowner, Stucco 1021 Arcturus Dr. $2,200 Done Right Roofing & Exts., Reroof 5836 Granby Hill Dr. $3,200 Wayne Jr’s Roofing & Sheet Metal, Reroof 12630 Milam Rd. $1,000 Seaback Roofing & Rest., Reroof 745 Trumpeters Ct. $20,065 Aspen Gold Gen. Contr. & Eng., Bsmt.

Finish 13522 Halleluiah Trl. $14,000 Homeowner, Reroof 4229 Morley Dr. $11,632 A & I Skyline, Llc., Reroof 2225 Ivanhoe Dr. $3,695 A & I Skyline, Llc., Reroof 7442 Waterside Dr. $3,000 Hl Custom Homes, Llc., Decking, stairs & handrail 4920 S Carefree Cr. $6,905 Old World Const., Inc., Reroof 8441 Windy Hill Dr. $5,794 Old World Const., Inc., Reroof 7131 Golden Acacia Ln. $63,287 Richmond American Homes, Bsmt.

Finish 773 Capeglen Rd. $11,229 Weatherproof Exts., Reroof 5630 Bourke Dr. $7,000 Empire Roofing Systs., Inc., Reroof 5158 Fennel Dr. $5,507 Reliable Roofing Systs., Inc., Reroof 2465 Jenner Ct. $17,881 Old World Const., Inc., Reroof 2485 St Paul Dr. $27,755 Craftsman Bsmt. Finish Co., Bsmt. Finish 8108 Steadman Dr. $4,709 Rebound Properties, Llc., Deck 9109 Lookout Mtn. Ct. $8,000 Gmc Const. Co., Inc., Pergola 2180 Bent Tree Ln. $4,000 Cutting Edge Fence & Lndscpg. Llc., Deck 5631 Lantana Cr. $5,100 Wyndhill Roofing Llc., Reroof 4964 Desert Varnish Dr. $7,358 Weatherproof Exts., Reroof

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12494 Handles Peak Way, $19,458 Homeowner, Bsmt. Finish 1650 Delta Rd. $21,600 Old World Const., Inc., Reroof 213 Security Blvd. $338 3g Const., Deck Rplcmt.

6604 Snowy Range Dr. $8,000 Highlands Roofing, Inc., Reroof 160 Polo Pony Dr. $75,000 Elkins Const., Int. Remod.

2370 Middleton Ct. $3,200 Homeowner, Reroof 4206 Driftwood Dr. $7,000 Homeowner, Deck 7141 Grand Prairie Dr. $5,800 Thatsmyroofer.com, Reroof 913 Deschutes Dr. $3,550 St. Aubyn Homes, Llc., Deck 7485 Churchwood Cr. $5,810 C & C Roofing & Exts. Inc., Reroof 17836 Mining Way, $2,990 St. Aubyn Homes, Llc., Deck 4103 Tennyson Ave. $5,500 First General Svcs. of CS, Reroof 6741 Stockwell Dr. $13,000 Empire Roofing Systs., Inc., Reroof 5204 Sternward Way, $5,701 Dynamic Exts. By Shr, Reroof 1004 Pioneer Ln. $6,637 Dynamic Exts. By Shr, Reroof 1011 W South Ave. $6,500 Homeowner, Deck 5140 Water Dipper Rd. $1,400 Homeowner, Patio Cover 4411 Flintridge Dr. $6,765 Homeowner, Bsmt. Finish 17110 Fairwind Pl. $25,000 Homeowner, Addn.

128 Steven Dr. $8,000 Buffalo Bldrs., Inc., Reroof 824 E Cache La Poudre St. $14,000 Buffalo Bldrs., Inc., Reroof 7840 Julynn Rd. $8,940 Durabull Roofing, Reroof 16185 Turftop Ter. $3,000 Aaa Stucco & Plstrg., Inc., Stucco 1339 N 25th St. $9,089 Rawson Roofing Llc., Reroof 719 N Prospect St. $8,650 Reynolds Roofing Systs., Llc., Reroof 1158 Mt Werner Cr. $3,034 Reynolds Roofing Systs., Llc., Reroof 2115 Farnsworth Dr. $3,304 Reynolds Roofing Systs., Llc., Reroof 13935 Whistling Hills Ln. $11,489 A & I Skyline, Llc., Reroof 1003 Chambers Dr. $11,000 Total Roofing, Reroof 3515 Pony Tracks Dr. $7,300 Total Roofing, Reroof 1822 Woodburn St. $8,003 Trafton Roofing & Repair Svc., Reroof 5005 Blackcloud Loop, $5,947 Trafton Roofing & Repair Svc., Reroof 4814 Harvest Ct. $6,500 Total Roofing, Reroof 8332 Andrus Dr. $5,000 Ahp Const., Inc., Reroof 120 Iowa Ave. $9,800 Kelanar Roofing, Reroof 4443 Millburn Dr. $4,000 C & S Roofing & Contr., Reroof 5340 Mira Loma Cr. $6,800 Brian Pierce Roofing, Reroof 837 E Dale St. $7,300 Wyndhill Roofing Llc., Reroof 3820 Edgecliff Ct. $10,000 Wyndhill Roofing Llc., Reroof 24444 Falcon Hwy. $5,000 Wyndhill Roofing Llc., Reroof 4150 Kayak Ct. $4,000 Wyndhill Roofing Llc., Reroof 10888 Mt Evans Dr. $8,000 Gestes Roofing, Inc., Reroof 2502 Beacon St. $10,600 Homeowner, Reroof 9465 Broken Bow Ct. $3,500 Seaback Roofing & Rest., Reroof 4475 Sandstone Dr. $4,000 Homeowner, Reroof 115 Chamberlin Ave. $12,000 Seven Thirty-five, Reroof 7025 Shoup Rd. $6,000 Avalanche Roofing & Exts., Reroof 13420 Sunny Slope Rd. $10,500 D,t. Carpentry, Deck & Cover 9544 Pinebrook Way, $3,200 R & B Ents. Inc., Deck 2605 Stone Creek Rd. $6,353 R & B Ents. Inc., Deck 9258 Royal Melbourne Cr. $6,500 Pittman Const., Llc., Deck 2824 E Serendipity Cr. $18,000 Creative Outdoor Living Inc., Deck 427 Locust Dr. $8,747 Thatsmyroofer.com, Reroof 605 E Monument St. $1,800 Seaback Roofing & Rest., Reroof 5202 Sevenoaks Dr. $4,200 Seven Summits Const., Reroof 7256 Centennial Glen Dr. $12,761 Divine Roofing, Inc, Reroof 118 Elm St. $4,054 Thatsmyroofer.com, Reroof 5119 Vienna Way, $6,800 New Creation Const., Deck 5525 Sample Way, $7,646 Divine Roofing, Inc. Reroof 4935 E Cliff Point Cr. $19,800 New Creation Const., Deck 6056 Miramont St. $4,900 Divine Roofing, Inc. Reroof 7330 Straggler Cr. $23,245 Homeowner, Bsmt. Finish 913 Bromefield Dr. $4,346 Thatsmyroofer.com, Reroof 9026 Musgrave St. $11,000 Empire Roofing Systs., Inc., Reroof 6870 Quicksilver Dr. $11,000 Prime Cos. Inc. Dba Pci Const. Svcs, Reroof 1740 Gumtree Ct. $6,620 Front Range Exts., Reroof 2122 W Bijou St. $5,548 Front Range Exts., Reroof 745 Trumpeters Ct. $20,065 Aspen Gold Gen. Contr. & Eng., Bsmt.

Finish 10665 Arrowgrass Loop, $7,500 J & E Plstrg., Stucco 37 Delaware Rd. $5,832 Aspen Roofing, Inc., Reroof 3580 Rocky Knoll Dr. $10,000 Empire Roofing Systs., Inc., Reroof 7312 Sylamore Way, $16,000 Empire Roofing Systs., Inc., Reroof 6215 San Mateo Dr. $2,616 Journey Homes Cs, Llc., Deck

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Strong home sales, limited supply lift US home prices in May

BY CHRISTOPHER S. RUGABER THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

WASHINGTON — U.S. home prices rose steadily in May, pushed higher by a healthy increase in sales this year.

The Standard & Poor’s/Case-Shiller 20-city home price index climbed 4.9 percent in May from 12 months earlier, down slightly from a 5 percent pace in April, according to S&P Dow Jones Indices.

Home sales have jumped in recent months as an improving economy boosts hiring and enables more people to afford a purchase. Yet the higher sales haven’t encouraged more people to sell their homes, leaving supplies tight and driving up prices.

And separate data released by the Census Bureau Tuesday pointed to the limited impact of the three-year old housing recovery: The proportion of Americans owning their own homes has continued to decline and is now at the lowest level since 1967.

Still, prices are soaring higher in some cities, according to Case-Shiller: They rose 10 percent from a year ago in Denver, 9.7 percent in San Francisco and 8.4 percent in Dallas. Washington, D.C. posted the smallest increase at 1.3 percent. Prices rose in all 20 cities from a year earlier.

The Case-Shiller index covers roughly half of U.S. homes. The index measures prices compared with those in January 2000 and creates a three-month moving average. The May figures are the latest available.

Sales of existing homes increased 3.2 percent in June to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 5.49 million, the National Association of Realtors said last week. That is the fastest pace since February 2007. Sales are up from an annual pace of just 4.8 million in January.

Some of the accelerated pace has likely been driven by higher mortgage rates and an expected decision by the Federal Reserve to start raising short-term interest rates this year. Most economists forecast that decision will occur in September.

Yet the supply of available homes hasn’t kept up with rising sales. The number of homes listed for sale rose 0.4 percent in the past year, the Realtors said, while sales have increased 9.6 percent.

That has led to aggressive efforts by buyers to grab homes: The typical property was on the market for just 34 days in June, down from 40 in May and the shortest time since the Realtors’ group began tracking the data in May 2011.

The current pace of home sales is roughly what might be expected in a healthy housing market. Yet other data point to some ongoing weaknesses.

The percentage of homeowners continues to decline: Just 63.4

percent of Americans owned homes in the April-June quarter, down from 63.7 percent in the first three months of the year.

That is below the peak of 69 percent in 2006, at the height of the housing bubble.

Meanwhile, more Americans are moving out on their own, after doubling up with friends or living with their parents. That is a good sign for the economy because the creation of new households leads to purchases of more furniture, appliances and other goods.

But in the past year, all the new households have moved into rentals, the Census Bureau report shows.

Builders are ratcheting up the construction of apartments in an effort to keep up with the increased demand. But single-family home building remains lackluster. The pace of single-family home construction has risen 9.1 percent in the past year, while

Alaina Tweddale: Tips for selling your house for a bigger profit

BY ALAINA TWEDDALE  GOBANKINGRATES.COM

Existing home sales are on the rise, up 9 percent from last year, according to the National Association of Realtors. Now that buyers are back in the market, read these practical tips to add value to your home so you can get the best possible sale price.

STAGE YOUR PROPERTY

According to a NAR report, 81 percent of real estate agents agree it’s easier for a buyer to visualize a staged property as a future home. The median cost of staging a home is just $675, so it might be well worth the investment for many home sellers.

You’ll receive the biggest bang for your buck by staging the living room, followed by the kitchen, master bedroom and dining room, according to the report. The bathrooms, children’s bedrooms and guest bedroom ranked lowest in priority on the report’s list.

CREATE A DIGITAL HOME HISTORY

Buyers today seek homes that are move-in ready and well-maintained. New online services like HomeZada allow a seller to create an online digital footprint that details a home’s maintenance records, floor plans, warranty documents and homeowner’s association information. If you have properly maintained your home, an online digital footprint can enable you to showcase your efforts while allowing potential buyers to fully appreciate the home’s maintenance history.

BOOST YOUR CURB APPEAL

How a home looks from the outside has a huge effect on how many potential buyers walk through the front door. Carrie-Denise Cheshire, owner of the Home Staging Institute in Portland, Ore., suggested inexpensive outdoor improvements like a freshly painted front door (she likes red), a new mailbox and well-maintained landscaping. She also recommended power washing the sidewalks and driveways, clearing any clutter from the front porch, and removing any decorative flags or affiliate signage.

UPGRADE YOUR KITCHEN

A minor kitchen remodel offers a high likelihood of recouping the investment, according to a 2015 study

by Remodeling Magazine. The most important kitchen features for home buyers include new appliances and an eat-in arrangement, NAR reported. Granite countertops and stainless steel kitchen appliances

purchases of new homes have jumped at more than double that pace.

The sluggish rate of new homebuilding is depriving the housing market of a crucial source of supply. Much of the overall gain in homes available for sale typically comes from new home construction. Sellers of existing homes, meanwhile, frequently buy other homes. As a result, sellers of existing homes usually add little to the overall number of homes for sale.

The proportion of home purchases from first-time buyers is also far below typical levels. First-time buyers create greater demand and enable current homeowners to trade up to larger homes.

“Without a boost in first-timers, there is less housing market activity, fewer existing homes being put on the market, and more worry about inventory,” David Blitzer, chair of the index committee at S&P Dow Jones Indices said. 

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also ranked high.

“Kitchens sell homes,” said Cheshire. She suggested updating window treatments as an inexpensive remedy for a dated kitchen. “I recommend natural wood blinds, which you can custom order for $100 or less for most windows,” she said.

She also suggested a coat of glossy, white paint to liven up a dark kitchen or dated wood cabinets as well as inexpensive new flooring options like tile or bamboo. “New flooring can make a dramatic improvement,” she said.

CREATE A CLUTTER-FREE OASIS

Organization and cleanliness give off the impression a home has been well-maintained. An unmade bed, cluttered toy room or dusty drapes can give the opposite impression. Tidy rooms also appear larger.

Kelly Hager, CEO of The Kelly Hager Group Real Estate Service in St. Louis and St. Charles, Mo., said the house should be spotless before any showing.

“Wipe down your baseboards, wipe down your cabinets, and dust everything, including cold air vents,” she said.

2403 Sturgis Rd. | $249,900

Hours: 08/02/15, 3:00-5:00pm Neighborhood: EAS Driving Directions: From N Union Blvd & E Fillmore St or N Circle Dr - Travel east on N Circle Dr. Turn left (north) on Sturgis Rd & follow to home on right.

Agent/Company: Carol Patten & Mary Smith, 719-339-0942/719-229-7020, ERA Shields

Move-in ready 4BD/2BA/2CA tri-level w/back yard shed, gardening areas & low maintenance front xeriscaping. Home features spacious rooms, lots of wood floors & kitchen built-in cupboard for extra work space/storage galore. Lower level separate entry has three-quarter bath, bedroom & garden level family room w/gas fireplace.

Featured Open House Charming Victorian Ranch in Old Colorado City

2131 W. Bijou Street | $225,000

Hours: Sunday, 12:30-3:30 Neighborhood: Old Colorado City Agent/Company: Cliff Johnson Realty Investment Company, 719-337-3955

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Many homeowners are so used to looking at the walls of their homes that they often don’t even realize that their wall treatments have become dated or faded. Most wallpapers and bright paint colors also can be turnoffs for many buyers.

“If you have wallpaper in your home, remove it,” said Hager. “Buyers do not like wallpaper.” Instead, consider an option with a broader appeal, like a neutral-colored paint.

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Old carpet can be an eyesore for prospective home buyers and a potential hazard for those with allergies.

Hardwood floors are preferred by many home buyers — 54 percent are willing to pay more for a home with hardwood flooring, according to data from the NAR — but other hard surfaces can fare well, too.

Ceramic tile flooring does well in hot climates, and, for homeowners on a tighter budget, laminate can give the look of hardwood without the hefty price tag.

For homes with hardwood floors already installed, refinishing them can add value to the home and yield impressive results; the cost depends on the size of the space and condition of the flooring. 

Welcome HOME to this stunning 2 bdrm/1 ba Victorian in a prime OCC location! Walking distance to restaurants, shops, and parks! This special home is the perfect union of old world charm & modern conveniences! Professionally remodeled kitchen w/ quartz countertops, new sink & faucet, new S/S range & microwave, custom tilework & refaced cabinets! Completely remodeled bath w/custom tile, new sink, vanity, lighting & refinished clawfoot tub. You’ll love the spacious room sizes, walk-in closets, A/C, 9 ft ceilings, pine floors, original doors w/antique hardware, fabulous hand-carved wood trim, French doors & more! And wait until you see the bkyd deck and gardens. This home is move-in ready and a quick closing is possible! www.2131wbijoustreet.com

Featured Open House BRAND NEW Home AVAILABLE NOW!

2466 Ellingwood Dr | $261,500

Hours: August 1 & 2, 12pm-6pm Neighborhood: Spring Creek Driving Directions: Take Circle Dr South to Ellingwood, head west one block.

Agent/Company: Jene Bullock, 719-963-7983, CreekStone Homes

You’re just minutes from everywhere in this stunning NEW CreekStone home conveniently located in Spring Creek! 2,181 sf. total, 1,595 sf. finished, 3 br, 2.5 ba, 2 car garage and full unfinished basement, contemporary open kitchen with granite slab countertops and Bosch stainless appliances, spacious master with huge walk-in closet and beautiful bath, convenient upstairs laundry room, and much more! Full landscaping and sprinkler system already installed. Nothing left to do... just move in and enjoy. Builder is motivated to sell! See it today!

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Featured Houses Featured Home of the Week CLASSIC HOMES AT CARRIAGES AT BRIARGATE

Featured Home of the Week

8442 Castleford Grove | $421,900

8726 Windy Plain | $284,900

Neighborhood: Carriages at Briargate Driving Directions: From I-25, exit #150 at N. Academy Blvd. Follow Academy Blvd south and turn Left (east) onto Jamboree Dr. Continue on Jamboree Dr. until it dead-ends at Parliament Dr. then turn Left (north). Turn Right onto Glen Carriage Grove. Sold from model home which is first home on Left at 8489 Glen Carriage Grove, Colorado Springs, 80920 Agent/Company: Classic Homes, 719-265-0103 CarriagesatBriargate@classichomes.com The “Landau” ranch plan, is 3,812 sq. ft. 4 beds/ plus Study on main, 3.5 baths, and 3-car garage. Formal Dining Room. Master Bath includes tile flooring, Granite countertop with dual undermount sinks. Kitchen includes Maple cabinets with 42” uppers, upgraded slab Granite countertops. Oak hardwood flooring. Air conditioning included. Knuckle Iron pickets at stairs. Oil rubbed bronze hardware and bath faucets. Upgraded Toasted Sienna interior lights. Covered 16x12 deck off Great Rm. Finished walkout basement with 1-foot taller ceilings included in basement. MLS #5869191

Neighborhood: Banning Lewis Ranch Driving Directions: From Power & Woodmen, head east on Woodmen, take right/south on Marksheffel Rd. Stay in left lane, make left at Vista Cerra Ave into Banning Lewis Ranch. Left at Vista del Picco. Left at Cameron Peak Dr. Right at Windy Plains.

Agent/Company: Lenka Martin, 719-205-5248, For more info: Visit Lenka.Martin.com

3 bdrms+ loft/2.5baths/3 car garage/ 2617 total sq ft Two-story home with full unfinished basement. Open floor plan, generous windows offering an abundance of natural light. Spacious kitchen with large island opens up into great room with fireplace and dining nook with entry to the rear patio and backyard. Three bedrooms and laundry room are located on the upper level. The master bedroom is designed with a coffered ceiling and adjacent 5 piece bath & walk-in closet. Home is part of established Banning Lewis neighborhood with D49 schools nearby. Amenities include rec center, pool, trails and parks. Home is located across the street from Splash water park. MLS#1960216

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Featured Home of the Week

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CLASSIC HOMES NEWEST COMMUNITY - RENAISSANCE AT INDIGO RANCH 6656 Lucky Star Lane | $252,864

11650 Columbine Hills Rd | $720,000

Neighborhood: Renaissance at Indigo Ranch Driving Directions: From I-25, exit #149 at Woodmen Road. Follow Woodmen Road east. Right (south) on Powers Blvd. Left (east) at Dublin Blvd. Left (north) on Mustang Rim Drive. Right (east) on Chickasaw Way. Left (north) on Lucky Star Lane. Parking lot and models are on your right at 6657 Lucky Star Lane, Colorado Springs, 80923 Agent/Company: Classic Homes, 719-434-7831 IndigoRenaissance@classichomes.com

Neighborhood: Black Forest District 20 Driving Directions: From Powers, West on Old Ranch Rd, N on Milam, E on Burgess, N on Columbine Hills Rd, 2nd home on left Agent/Company: FSBO, Dan, 719 495-8679, 719 244-1135(c), druningen@q.com, Seen by apt only

Very private, two story, stucco, metal roof, totally fenced w/ electric gate, stunning water feature, 4 car garage, 5 bath, 5 bdrms each w walk-in closet, Master Bath w/ sauna, steam shower, wet bar, fireplace, w/ his and her privacy, 3 stall barn w add large garage & work shop, Peak views, granite, slate, marble throughout, 102 Pella window panes & skylights, 86 built-in cabinets in bdrms, kitchen, closets, baths, & hobby room

New “Serenity” Ranch plan. 1,280 sq. ft. Elevation “C” with front porch and stucco exterior with stone accents.

2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and alley loaded 2-car garage. Kitchen includes Maple cabinets with Designer uppers, slab Granite countertops with full tile backsplash, undermount sink, and stainless steel appliances. Gas fireplace. Tile flooring in Master Bath. A/C prep package. Oil rubbed bronze hardware and bath faucets. Main level Laundry. Full yard landscaping and fence included! MLS:5568198

More Open Houses Featured Open House 1350 Winding Ridge Terrace | $425,000

Hours: Sunday August 2, 2015 11:00-1:30 Neighborhood: Mount Woodmen Estates Driving Directions: From West on Woodmen, Right onto Allegheny, Right onto Oak Hills Drive, Right onto Big Valley, Right onto Suntide, Right onto Winding Ridge Ter. Agent/Company: Katie Harms, 719-433-5886 RE/Max Properties, Inc.

Beautiful custom 2 story home with 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, and 4192 sq ft! Finished walkout basement offers views from all 3 levels! Backs to Open Space and is located on over .38 acres on a Cul De Sac! Master Suite features private second floor deck!

Laundry hook-ups on each level! Open floor plan! A/C, Triple Pane Windows, Professional Landscaping including two waterfall ponds, & more!

Featured Open House New on the Market

3719 Lander Lane | $199,900

Hours: August 2, 1PM – 3PM Driving Directions: From Academy Blvd turn west on Constitution to Sussex. Turn right (north) to Lander Lane and turn right (east) to this home.

Agent/Company: Virginia and Blaine Johnson, 719 330-6632 719 332-1296, Vjohnson@ERAShields.com; Bjohnson@ERAShields.com, ERA Shields Real Estate

In a quiet cul-de-sac, this home has updated kitchen and baths with granite counters, stainless appliances and tile floors.

Wood and carpet run throughout the rest of the 4 bedroom 2 bath home with a double attached garage and larged fenced yard.

Featured Open House Custom Luxury Home in Pinecrest

9970 Highland Glen Place | $950,000 Hours: This Sunday August 2, 1-3 Neighborhood: Pinecrest Driving Directions: From Briargate Parkway and I-25 go east, left on Chapel Hill Dr, Right on Promontory Peak, right on Pine Springs Way, left on Highland Glen Place, home is on the left.

Agent/Company: Kevin Patterson 719.575.1200 The Patterson Group

9970 Highland Glen conveys dazzling views of Pikes Peak and the Front Range in addition to gorgeous Golf Course views.

Versatility from multiple levels and living spaces is on hand to accommodate every need. Delivering over 6,800 square feet with 6 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms and a four-car garage this gem is a must see! Outdoor areas include a deck on the upper level, a deck with fireplace on the main level, a spacious backyard, and a private covered courtyard. Only three years “new” this home is offered at significantly less than the cost of building. D-20 schools, close to shopping and restaurants.

Featured Open House MAIN LEVEL Golf Course Home

2846 Country Club Circle | $549,900 Hours: Sat. And Sun. 8/1 and 8/2, 2:00-5:00 PM Neighborhood: Colorado Springs Country Club Driving Directions: from Union and Fillmore, East on N. Circle Dr. and cross Paseo Rd., then left onto Country Club Circle Agent/Company: FSBO. 719-649-9742

Gorgeous, newly remodeled, Craftsman inspired home on the 16th fairway of the Colo. Springs CC course. Ranch style home has been totally renovated w/ custom finishes. Main level living w/ 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, inc. beautiful 5 piece master bath.

Spectacular oak flooring, double sided fireplace. Open “great room” concept, perfect for entertaining, opens onto huge Trex deck.

Kitchen furnished w/ custom antique white cabinets w/ elegant granite counter tops. High end appliances. Low maintainence, xeriscaped yard, w/ minimal grass. Must see this home to appreciate its beauty.

Featured Open House Classic Homes in The Village of Verona 1908 Turnbull Drive | $619,900 - Available Now! Neighborhood: Flying Horse Open House: Saturday and Sunday, 2-4pm Driving Directions: I-25 to Northgate Blvd Exit #156; East on Northgate; Right on Silverton Rd; Right on Silver Rose Dr; Left on Turnbull; 1908 Turnbull Drive is on the left corner!

Agent/Company: Classic Homes, 719-495-7297, flyinghorse@classichomes.com The 4,614 Stratford Model home is a rancher located on 16,590 sq. ft. lot is fully landscaped and has stucco & stone exterior, a welcoming front porch, and an expanded covered rear patio. It offers 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, and 3-car garage with service door. Kitchen includes large island with pendant lights, canned lighting, upgraded cabinets with undercabinet lights, upgraded Cambria Lincolnshire countertops with tile backsplash, stainless steel undermount sink, and stainless steel appliances. Custom drapes and rods come with this builder model home! And, Social Fitness Membership in The Club at Flying Horse is also included!

Featured Open House

Perfect Family Home Near Ft. Carson & Peterson AFB 3920 Cooke Dr. | $227,000

Hours: Sunday Aug. 2, 2015 1-3 Driving Directions: East on Milton Proby, South on Hancock, East on Yucatan, Right on Cooke Dr. Agent/Company: Janelle and Mark Potter, 719-331-4824, Real Estate Network

4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 1757 Sq FT. Lg 2 Car Garage. Within Walking Distance to Elementary, Middle Schools, Numerous Parks and Walking Trails. This Well Maintained Home Has AC. Fully Landscaped Yard with Auto Sprinkler System and Fenced BackYard. Tile and Carpeting. This Home has it All! Sun Room has Pool Table and attached Hot tub Room.

Come See for yourself, This Home is Truly Ready to Move

Featured Open House Move-In Ready 2-Story

530 Jayton Dr. | $250,000

Hours: 08/02/15, 11:00am-2:00pm Neighborhood: F/V Driving Directions: From Academy Blvd take Bradley Rd exit going east. Go south on Wageman Dr. Go west on Pond Side Dr. Take 2nd left, Jayton Dr to home.

Agent/Company: Carol Patten & Mary Smith, 719-339-0942/719-229-7020, ERA Shields

Popular 4BD/4BA/2CA floor plan on large corner lot w/mountain views - just 2 half blocks to park w/playing fields, rec center, pool, playground & library. New exterior paint, interior paint, carpet on the upper/main level & nicely appointed basement w/large, lengthy 2nd family room + more. Bonus - central air, tankless water heater & 2010 hail/wind resistant roof.

Featured Open House Detached Patio Home in Pine Terrace at Broadmoor

4025 Hermitage Dr. | $799,000

Hours: Sunday, August 2, 1-3pm Neighborhood: SW Driving Directions: From behind the Broadmoor Hotel take Penrose Blvd. to intersection of Zoo Road, Old Stage Road & Cheyenne Mtn. Blvd. Pine Terrace is on left - follow signs.

Agent/Company: Ed Veranth, The Real Estate Network, Inc., 719-963-4390

You must see this free standing home at the top of Pine Terrace! Built in 1996 and already renovated this luxurious home has everything you would expect from a top-of-the-line-residence. Vaulted Ceilings, Wood Floors, 2 Gas Fireplaces, 2 Family Rooms, Huge Master Suite and a 2nd Bedroom and Bath on Main Level, Eat-in Breakfast Nook, Raised Kitchen Counters, 4 Bedrooms, 4 Baths and Walk-in Closets in each Bedroom, Large Guest Suite on Garden Level which has 9’ ceilings! Bonus Room and loads of Storage, City & Mountain Views, Courtyard with Fire Pit and Water Feature. Don’t miss this!

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FEATURE:

5 Tips To Help You Tackle A Pre-Recorded Job Interview

BY AMY EDWARDS  BUSINESS2COMMUNITY

Thanks to the advent of video technology, a lot of employers are now choosing to use platforms like Skype to conduct initial job interviews. And it makes sense of course – by choosing to interview candidates over video, employers and recruiters can not only save time and money – but they can also save valuable resources too.

Now, we’ve covered how to tackle and prepare for Skype interviews before on this blog – so today I wanted to look at another aspect of video job interviews – pre-recorded interviews.

With pre-recorded interviews, the clue really is in the name – candidates are normally given a set of interview questions and asked to record themselves answering these questions.

While it sounds simple enough, pre-recorded interviews can actually be pretty tricky to master, particularly if you’ve only been given a set amount of time to give and upload your answers. In that case, the pressure really is on…

With that in mind; here are my top five tips to help you master a pre-recorded interview: 1. Treat It Like Any Other Job Interview: OK, so I know it can be difficult to treat a prerecorded interview like a typical job interview because you’re not going to meet anyone or even leave the house – but you need to try your best to treat it the same.

Be sure to do lots of research around the company you’re interviewing for and try and demonstrate this knowledge within your answers.

Also you might feel a bit silly dressing up smartly in your living room – but remember, employers will see you and first impressions count so don’t let yourself down by recording your interview in your favourite hoody or comfy old t-shirt.

That said; it is important to try and dress

appropriately for the company you’re interviewing for. For example, while a suit and tie might be perfect for a finance job, it’s probably a bit too over the top for a digital job with an agency that’s famous for favouring casual dress.

2. Practice, Practice, Practice: With a pre-recorded interview, you’ve got the advantage of knowing what questions you’re going to have to answer, and, deadline permitting, you’ve also got the advantage of having time to practice and prepare so make the most of it.

Jot down some key points you definitely want to cover in each answer and practice answering each question.

You could even try and practice in front of family and friends to get an idea of how you might come across – or you could even record yourself practising to see where you can improve.

3. Remember, You’re Not A Robot: That might seem like a strange tip so let me explain.

When it comes to pre-recorded interviews, it can be really easy to come across as a bit robotic and stiff because you’ve had time to practice your answers and you’re keen to try and ensure you cover everything in your answer – but you really need to try your best to come across as natural.

As I mentioned in the last paragraph, rather than creating proper paragraphs for each answer, jot down key bullet points that you want to answer – and use these as reference when recording your answers.

Similarly, employers want to see that the candidates they’re considering have a bit of a personality – so try and ensure your answers have a bit of a life in them eg. a monotone voice and no movement probably isn’t the way to go.

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People’s voices naturally go up and down as they talk and a lot of people use their hands a lot when they talk – so think about how you talk normally and try and replicate this in your answer.

4. Don’t Rush It: As I said at the beginning of the blog, if you’ve got a deadline for your response, it can feel like the pressure’s really on – but you need to be careful not to rush your answers.

Employers want to employ people who are confident, have clear communication skills and can keep calm under pressure – so if you’re mumbling, rushing through your answers and getting flustered, you’re probably not going to impress.

Before you record your answers, take a big deep breath and think about what kind of impression you want to make and what you want to portray and try and bear this in mind throughout the course of your interview.

5. Take Advantage Of The Situation: With a pre-recorded interview you essentially get to have a job interview from the comfort of your own home so you need to take advantage of that. Remember, the employer will only see what you let them see (ie. your background) so it’s a good idea to use the space directly infront of you wisely.

Just like a Skype interview, it’s a good idea to stick post it notes to the outside of your screen or on the wall infront of you which contain your answer bullet points and notes on the company – and then use these as reference throughout your interview. Also, if there’s something you’re trying to avoid (eg. playing with your hair or looking at the floor), stick behaviour pointers on your post-it notes too.

That said; while the employer will be focusing on you, they’re probably going to give your background a quick once over too – so don’t let a controversial poster or picture catch their eye for all the wrong reasons! 

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