Real Estate 11/02/14 by Colorado Springs Gazette, LLC

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Sunday, November 2, 2014

Highlighting Our Terrific Properties $800,000 and Above L IA VE C E TI SP EN C IN

KISSING CAMELS

$825,000 3290 Kissing Camels Drive Beautiful golf course rancher, 3 bdrms + office on the main level, updated, lower level bonus room, great outdoor space.

OLD BROADMOOR

18 Second Street $850,000 One level living in Old Broadmoor with three bedroom and study on the main level. Wonderful fenced yard on .59 acres.

WOODLAND PARK - PARADISE ESTATES

1030 Regal Way $879,000 Builderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s personal residence, custom finishes, option for one level living, 4 car garage, 2 bdrms and office on the main level.

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KISSING CAMELS - THE GREENS

4215 Reserve Point $895,000 Overlooking 5th fairway, this 4 bdrm home features main level master + study, 2nd master on lower level and amazing views.

BROADMOOR

17 Sequoyah Road $995,000 Wonderful 5 bdrm home, main level office, gourmet kitchen, 4-car garage, private and fenced backyard, close to schools.

KISSING CAMELS - THE GREENS

3836 Hill Circle $1,050,000 Beautiful 5 bdrm golf course residence with 2 main level masters, gourmet kitchen, tons of storage, wonderful views.

PINECREST @ PINE CREEK

9830 Highland Glen Place $1,295,000 This 5 bdrm golf course home features master, 2nd bdrm and study on the main level, gourmet kitchen, 4 car garage, views.

SOLD KISSING CAMELS 3695 Hill Circle

SOLD OLD BROADMOOR 1 Marland Road

PINECREST @ PINE CREEK

9970 Highland Glen Place $1,000,000 Gorgeous Pinecrest custom home with 6 bdrms, great outdoor areas, 4 car garage, golf course and Pikes Peak views.

DOWNTOWN COLORADO SPRINGS

101 N. Tejon Street, #450 $1,100,000 3 bdrms + study, Penthouse, custom throughout, 2,600 sq. ft. loft, roof top patio, walk to dinner / shows, incredible views.

KISSING CAMELS

$1,495,000 3850 Camels View 6 bdrm golf course residence, endless luxury features, home theater and breathtaking views. Seller Says Bring Offer!

OLD BROADMOOR

121 Marland Road South $2,195,000 This unique gated estate is located on 3.31 acres of absolute privacy with 360 degree views of the city and mountains.

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KISSING CAMELS - THE GREENS

$949,500 3776 Hill Circle New Const. Model on golf course, one level living option, 5 bedrooms including 2 main level masters, great views,

KISSING CAMELS - THE GREENS

$1,025,000 4170 Reserve Point This beautifully finished 4 bedroom, 5 bath home backs to the Kissing Camels golf course and offers sweeping views.

KISSING CAMELS

5031 Lyda Lane $1,100,000 This one level golf course residence was totally remodeled and offers all the luxuries plus picturesque mountain views.

OLD NORTH END

1430 N. Cascade Avenue $1,499,000 Elegant 4 bedroom, 4 bath home with private beautifully landscaped grounds located in the Historic Old North End.

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Begin the new year in a new home METRO SERVICES

After flatlining during the economic downturn that began around 2008, housing markets in many regions of the United States and Canada have shown signs of recovery. Those in the market to buy and sell may find this year presents an ideal opportunity to do just that. According to the real estate listing Web site Zillow, home values rose 5.1 percent across the United States between February 2012 and February 2013. The latest forecasts from Canada Mortage and Housing Corporation indicate a strong housing demand into 2014, at which time a strengthened economy will energize both resale and new housing markets. Buyers will need to be prepared to purchase inventory right away, while sellers will need to price their homes right for the best chance of sale. The following are some guidelines. Buyers Having a plan is essential when buying a home, as such a purchase is not something buyers should take lightly. Establishing a budget is the first step. This means taking inventory of savings, expenses and borrowing power. It is adviseable to sit down with a lender and do a run-through of what you can afford. By providing key financial information, including earning statements, existing debt and credit history, buyers can quickly learn how much they’re qualified to borrow and how much they are comfortable borrowing. This helps buyers zero in on homes in their price range. Being preapproved for a mortgage is advantageous when it comes time to make offers on properties. It shows sellers that buyers are serious and that they have been vetted by the bank. Many buyers conduct a lot of research online prior to stepping into a home. This research lasts an average of six to eight weeks, according to the National Association of Realtors. Homework includes investigating neighborhoods and school systems, comparing the going rates of homes in the area, as well as figuring out which features are desired in a home. It also is important to hire a buyer’s agent. Such professionals send buyers listings that fit their home-search parameters, which saves buyers a lot of time and effort. Some agents preview homes for their buyers, even going so far as to identify overpriced listings that can be avoided or finding sellers who are willing to negotiate. A buyer’s agent works for the buyer, meaning there will be

no conflict of interest. Agents assist buyers in the negotiating process, using their knowledge of the real estate market to help buyers make realistic offers that are likely to be accepted while providing a wealth of information about housing trends, area services and home improvement vendors. When sellers accept buyers’ offers, buyers must then arrange home inspections. An inspection is oftentimes included as a contract contingency, and buyers have a right to cancel contracts if inspections find that a home is unsatisfactory structurally. Sellers Sellers competing for business in a thriving housing market also have to do their share of work. It is unlikely sellers will be able to list their homes for sale one day and have dozens of offers the next. Today’s buyers are much more conservative, and homes will have to be presented in the best light and listed at reasonable prices. Sellers can start the process of selling their homes by researching recently sold homes in their neighborhoods, paying particular attention to final sales prices. This information may be available through tax records, and some real estate sites publish the data online. Sellers can then compare this information to what they still owe on their mortgages if their homes are not paid off, and this should give sellers an idea of their potential profits. Sellers also can benefit from working with real estate agents, as it can be quite difficult and stressful for homeowners to sell their homes on their own. Agents have access to multiple listing databases and industry contacts, information that is quite valuable when selling a home. Agent will do their own assessments of a home to help sellers price the home accordingly based on market conditions. In addition, real estate agents can inform sellers about which, if any, repairs or changes may need to be made to make a home more attractive to prospective buyers. Real estate agents also help sellers through the negotiating process, finding a balance between what the buyer wants to pay and how much the seller wants for the home. Housing markets are once again looking up. As the new year arrives, many people may find now is the time find their next homes. Understanding the process and getting guidance from real estate professionals makes the process of buying and selling a home that much easier. 

You should care about the skilled trade shortage BY ANGIE HICKS  ANGIE’S LIST

Statistics show, and anecdotal evidence from service companies confirms, that we’re experiencing a shortage of skilled trade workers. And with fewer workers entering the workforce than are leaving, due to Baby Boomer-era retirements and other factors, the problem is likely to worsen. This is especially true as the shortage corresponds with a significant number of unskilled homeowners. A Harris Poll we commissioned this year found that almost 40 percent of younger homeowners admitted they’ve delayed home maintenance because they lack DIY ability. My team recently researched a report that reveals what the shortage of skilled electricians means for consumers. Last year we examined the issue involving skilled trades as a whole, and found that service companies were having trouble hiring qualified workers. The end result for consumers? Longer waits and higher prices for quality work by qualified plumbers, electricians, carpenters and other skilled tradesfolk. This may seem like a problem none of us can solve. But I believe we can do more than we might

initially assume. First of all, let’s agree not to take the trades for granted. Some observers and service company owners believe a general devaluing of skilled labor is one reason for the shortage. Look around where you live. Do vocational education opportunities exist? Is that an issue you might get involved in? Do you have a skill set you could pass on to the next generation? Perhaps you can encourage a young person, or someone making a career change, to consider the trades. Don’t assume that working with one’s hands pays less, or is less satisfying, than other work. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, electricians can expect a median pay of $49,840 per year — 43 percent higher than the national median across all jobs — with only a high school diploma required to become an apprentice. A homeowner told us that she’s willing to spend more for quality work by a provider who pays extra to keep good employees. “It’s worth paying to have someone who knows what they’re doing, and can do it right the first time. That saves you time, saves you money,” she said. “It saves your sanity.” 

Sunday, Nov 2, 2014

Use a reverse mortgage to buy a home? BY JANNA HERRON BANKRATE.COM

Over the years, celebrities such as Robert Wagner, Alex Trebek and Fred Thompson have touted reverse mortgages as a way to supplement a senior’s fixed income by tapping equity that has accrued in their home. But here’s another, less common use of reverse mortgages that these celebrities may not have mentioned in their commercials: buying a new home. And in some cases, seniors can still hold on to their old homes, too. In 2009, the Federal Housing Administration introduced a new product called the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage for Purchase, or HECM, that allows older Americans to buy a new home by putting a reverse mortgage on it. So far, the product has been little used. From October 2013 through June 2014, 40,512 reverse mortgages were originated, according to the FHA. But only 3.3 percent of those were used to buy another home. “It’s new and just catching on,” says Peter Bell, president and CEO of the National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association. “I recommend to all seniors that if they are age-eligible and considering purchasing a home, they should at least look at the option.” WHO CAN USE A REVERSE MORTGAGE? A reverse mortgage is a type of mortgage in which a homeowner can borrow money against the value of his or her home. No repayment of the mortgage (principal or interest) is required until the borrower dies or the home is sold. But reverse mortgages aren’t for everyone. In fact, they were specifically designed for older Americans whose net worth was tied up in the homes they already owned. Seniors can use a reverse mortgage to purchase a new home, too, while keeping their existing one. “Some seniors may want to live closer to family but don’t want to give up their original home,” says Maggie O’Connell, reverse mortgage specialist at ReverseMortgageStore.com. “It could work well for snowbirds or those who want to live in a state with no taxes on income or retirement funds.” Below are some key points you’ll want to know about reverse mortgages before signing up for one. Borrower requirements under HECM for Purchase to get a reverse mortgage are: • The minimum age is 62 years old. • Borrowers must own the property outright or have a considerable amount of equity in it. • The home must be the borrower’s primary residence. • The borrower must be able to pay the home’s property taxes, insurance premiums, homeowner association dues and any other ongoing property costs. • The borrower must have no delinquent federal debt. • The property must pass certain requirements, such as meeting all FHA standards and flood requirements. TYPES OF ELIGIBLE DWELLINGS UNDER HECM FOR PURCHASE: • Single-family homes. • Two- to four-unit homes with one unit occupied by the borrower.

• Condominiums approved by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. • FHA-approved manufactured homes. Any new construction requires a certificate of occupancy, the reverse mortgage association’s Bell says. Right now, you cannot get reverse mortgages on homes that are to be built by a developer, he says. HOW THIS REVERSE MORTGAGE WORKS The reverse mortgage can cover 47-52 percent of the home’s purchase price, says Julie Didyoung, a HECM for Purchase specialist at Reverse Mortgage Funding. The buyer has to come up with the rest from retirement accounts, gift money or savings. The amount you can borrow under HECM for Purchase in a reverse mortgage depends on: • The age of the youngest borrower or nonborrowing spouse. • The current interest rate. • The home’s appraised value. • The initial mortgage insurance premium. Many of the costs can be wrapped up into the loan, Didyoung says. The new house is titled in the senior’s home, but the reverse mortgage lender still retains a security interest in it. There are no monthly payments as with a typical mortgage. Instead, the loan has to be repaid when the home is sold or the borrower moves out or dies. The repayment to the lender includes the amount borrowed, plus accumulated interest. Any remaining equity belongs to the borrower, heirs or estate. “There’s also guaranteed no personal liability at (the) end,” Didyoung says. If the loan balance on the reverse mortgage exceeds the home’s value, the lender is insured against that loss. WHY IT CAN BE GOOD A reverse mortgage for purchase allows older Americans to buy a house that better suits their needs without dumping all their retirement assets into it, which would be the case in an all-cash transaction. It also lets them avoid dipping into their monthly fixed income, which would occur if they took out a traditional mortgage. “This is not just a mortgage product. It’s a financial, cash-flow tool for retirees,” says Rob Cooper, national director of strategic partners for Reverse Mortgage Funding. “It gives them more purchasing power if they don’t want to drain all their assets. It also gives them the luxury to get a better lot, to add all the upgrades they want and to still have no mortgage payment.” POSSIBLE PITFALLS One drawback is that the senior loses equity in the second home, rather than building it, ReverseMortgageStore.com’s O’Connell says. The owner or the heirs get whatever is left in equity after paying off the reverse mortgage. In some cases, depending on the housing market, that may be nothing. “The pitfalls are the result of the benefit of having no payments,” O’Connell says, “As a result, you have a higher loan balance. You have accruing compound interest. It’s a trade-off.”

Sunday, Nov 2, 2014

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ERA Herman Group Real Estate welcomes Eric Estrada to management team — company focused on national growth NEWSWIRE

The Behr and Behr Team at The Platinum Group, Realtors Inc. NEWSWIRE

Choosing a real estate agent is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when buying or selling your home. The right agent should offer you superior service, a wealth of experience, and a deep network of relationships throughout the marketplace. Those key ingredients sell homes faster, or help you into your dream home. This is what you can expect from the Behr and Behr Team. Since 2010, Leah Behr has worked alongside the top-producing real estate agents of The Platinum Group. As the largest producing, independently-owned real estate firm in the region, they are proud to have consistently exceeded their clients’ expectations. They earn that business by building trust one client at a time, and they would like to earn yours. Behr’s career in real estate began in 2004 as a mortgage loan consultant in central California where she learned the value of listening to her client’s needs — and then working diligently to exceed their expectations. Now, she is proud to join her husband Brandon as the newest agent at the Behr and Behr Team of The Platinum Group. Together with Ed & Renee Behr — two of Colorado Spring’s top producing agents — they are dedicated to earning your business and providing you with the utmost care, honesty and integrity from a team with over 30-years of experience buying and selling homes for our clients. Contact them today for your free comparative market analysis and let us introduce you to the ‘Behr Difference.’ To contact the Behr and Behr Team visitn platinumhomesales.com or call 719-536-4444. 

ERA Herman Group Real Estate recently announced the addition of Eric Estrada to its management team serving offices in the Colorado, Florida and Nevada markets. Eric Estrada will assume the role of Director of Business Development and Marketing. He will focus on expanding business opportunities in Colorado and will manage marketing initiatives for all ERA Herman Group offices across the nation. Eric Estrada is a Colorado native who started his professional career in banking but shortly thereafter branched into the real estate industry. Eric has found success in Marketing, Business Development, Training and Operations. Eric’s most recent role was Director of Business Development and Marketing for ERA Shields Real Estate in Colorado Springs, CO where he also became a licensed REALTOR®. Eric has been recognized as Top Latino Business Professional in the Pikes Peak Region, has chaired numerous nationally recognized community events (El Cinco de Mayo Inc., Muscular Dystrophy Association) and was also recognized as one of the Top Community Volunteers in 2013 in the city of Colorado Springs. “In today’s market, growth is the only option, and attracting top talent is a surefire way to achieve that goal,” said Roger Herman, CEO for ERA Herman Group. “We are thrilled to have a professional of Eric Estrada’s caliber join our firm.” “Unwavering commitment to business professionals and clients alike has been critical to my success, and ERA Herman Group’s culture of collaboration, innovation and knowledge sharing combined with its reputation for superior service will not only enhance my career, it will enhance the experience of our clients and associates nationwide,’ said Estrada. With approximately 1,000 real estate professionals nationwide, Herman Group Companies operates offices in California, Colorado, Florida and Nevada. They specialize in residential real estate and world-wide relocation. For more information on how to join ERA Herman Group’s growing team of real estate professionals please contact Eric Estrada at 719-722-0009 or ericestrada@hermangroup.net. 

How to winterize your home BY C. DWIGHT BARNETT  MCCLATCHY-TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE

6. If you have a wood-burning appliance, make sure the chimney is inspected by a certified chimney sweep. A well-used chimney will need to be cleaned and inspected twice a year. 7. Remove outdoor hoses. A hose left on an

Featured Houses Featured Home of the Week Neighborhood: Meridian Ranch Driving Directions: This home is sold from Classic’s model home. I-25, exit #149 at Woodmen. East on Woodmen, past Powers. North at light on Meridian Rd. East on Londonderry Dr. North on Rainbow Bridge Dr. East on Mt Columbia Dr. Right on Mt Lincoln Dr. and model is on the right. Agent/Company: Carolyn Crowley, Classic Homes 719-494-1101, www.classichomes.com

2. Make sure gutters and downspouts are clean and that runoff water drains at least six feet from the foundation. Water that pools next to the foundation can seep to the interior of the crawl space or basement.

5. Inspect the crawl space area of the home by entering the crawl. Check for loose or missing insulation on the perimeter walls and rim joists. Make sure that all soils or gravel on the floor of the crawl space are covered with a 6-mil or heavier plastic vapor barrier and that all seams are lapped and are sealed with tape. Check under the bathrooms and kitchen for signs of leaks or decay to the flooring. Remove all debris from the crawl space and insulate and add a seal to the crawl space door.

The Platinum Group, Realtors Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of David Reyes to their team of real estate professionals. Reyes is committed to providing you with a relational and refreshing real estate experience, and he is passionate about empowering you to find the best way to achieve your dreams. Buying or selling a home can be stressful and complicated. Reyes uses his years of experience in business leadership and marketing to create an easy and fun real estate process marked by attentiveness to your needs, open communication, and a clear path to reaching your home and financial goals. Reyes, his wife Catherine, and their young family enjoy exploring Colorado and are actively involved in their church community. To contact David Reyes visit platinumhomesales.com or call 719-536-4444. 

10483 Mt Columbia Drive | $299,703

1. Clean the exterior glass. As the weather cools it becomes more difficult to dry the windows because cold air cannot hold as much moisture as warm air and the glass will streak. You can clean the inside any time of the year.

4. Use a quality silicone caulk to seal cracks in all exterior concrete pads. Driveways, walks and most patios have “control joints” or lines installed in the concrete to control the cracking that will eventually occur. Cracks that are open can absorb rain and snowmelt and when the water refreezes it can lift the concrete at the joint or cause the cracks to widen.

NEWSWIRE

Classic Homes in Meridian Ranch

Now is a good time to winterize your home. Work outside first, because changes in the weather can force you indoors at any time.

3. Inspect and re-caulk, if necessary, around all exterior window and door frames. Loose or missing caulking allows air to penetrate the wall, which increases your utility costs. A typical home with no exterior caulking allows so much air to enter that it is like having a window open all year long.

More talent joins The Platinum Group, Realtors Inc.

The Vail is a 3,430 sq. ft. 2-Story plan offering 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2-car garage, 10x18 deck off nook, and 10x10 patio off basement rec room. Hardwood floor on most of main level. Expanded kitchen includes built-in desk, designer uppers, slab granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Un-finished walk-out basement with 1-foot taller ceilings. 8,958 sq.ft. home site. MLS #6116805

outdoor faucet can freeze and burst through the faucet supply pipe inside the home. 8. If you have a sprinkler or garden water system, shut off the water supply and clear the lines using an air compressor blowing out one zone and then another. If you don’t have the equipment, have the system winterized by a professional. 9. Check the insulation in the attic to make sure it is sufficient. Your local building official or a home inspector can give you an estimate on the amount of insulation required in your area. Loose fill fiberglass insulation can be blown into piles by winds coming through the soffit vents, or loose fill insulations can be compressed and damaged by walking on the insulation. Workers in an attic often leave a trail where they have walked. Evenly redistribute or add insulation where needed. Check for openings in the insulation where there are bulkheads on the interior of the home. A bulkhead is a dropped ceiling for kitchen and bathroom cabinets or over stairways. You may find the vertical walls of the bulkheads are exposed and opened to the cold attic air. 10. Change furnace filters every two to three months depending on the quality of the filter and the amount of dust in the environment where you live. A dirty filter can damage the furnace fan and increase your utility costs. Attach a “filter change” card to the furnace to record the date when the filter is changed. Note the airflow arrow on the filter and install the filter in the proper direction. 

Featured Home of the Week Classic Homes in The Village of Turin 2436 Delicato Court | $415,266 Neighborhood: Flying Horse Driving Directions: (Sold from new Milan Model) Take Highway 83 to Flying Horse Club Drive. Go west to Ravenswood Drive. Take Ravenswood south to Classic Model at 2057 Ripple Ridge. Agent/Company: Classic Homes, 719-495-7297, flyinghorse@classichomes.com Classic’s most popular 2-story the “Monarch” floor plan is now available. The home is 4,546 sq. ft. featuring 4 bedrooms plus loft & study, 2.5 baths, and 3-car garage. It has stucco & stone custom exterior. This home features granite kitchen counters, stainless appliances, and maple cabinets. A/C prep package. Covered 10x16 patio. Unfinished basement with 1ft. taller ceilings. Includes Social Fitness Membership in The Club at Flying Horse! MLS: 8592981

Featured Home of the Week GATED BROADMOOR RESORT COMMUNITY - RIGHTS TO MEMBERSHIP AT Broadmoor Golf Club 740 Silver Oak Grove | $1,695,000 Neighborhood: Southwest Agent/Company: Linda Mason, 719-491-2800 Mason Properties, Inc. 4Bdrms / 4Baths / 4 Car Garage / 4 Gas Fireplaces / 6,552 Sq. Ft.

Exquisite walkout ranch home on treed lot with close up Front Range Mt. views designed w lg window & door assemblies in every room to enjoy the mt setting! Beautiful custom features include reclaimed white oak floors from France, barrel vaulted ceiling w & floor to ceiling stone fireplace in lving rm, main level study. Kitchen has Clive Christian cabinets, Haversham accent cupboards & granite stone countertops plus NEW WOLFF DUAL FUEL RANGE & MICROWAVE, NEW SUB-ZERO REF. Decks off Liv &Family rooms are outstanding! Lower level has 2ND master bdrm plus 2 more bdrms, theater rm, huge rec rm, high ceilings thru out! New hot water heater, new A/C, new phone, lighting & alarm systems & new landscaping & watering systems added to this comfortable, elegant & dynamic Colorado home!

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Sunday, Nov 2, 2014

More Open Houses Open House of the Week

Featured Open House

New Home At Mackenzie Place Active Adult Campus

Classic Homes in The Village of Verona

1564 Lewis Ridge View | $391,194

1908 Turnbull Drive | $646,096 - Available Now! Hours: 1 – 3 p.m. Saturday, November 1 and Sunday, November 2 Neighborhood: Flying Horse 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

Neighborhood: Mackenzie Place Driving Directions: North on union on the Southwest corner of Fillmore and Union Agent/Company: Mark Brantley, 719-963-5427, Triton Communities Open House: Tuesday – Saturday, 10am – 5pm

Cottage home with loft plan has main floor living, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, and attached 2-car attached garage. Inviting kitchen is finished with upgraded Maple cabinets, Quartz kitchen countertops, tile backsplash, and GE microwave, dishwasher & smooth cook top range. Vaulted ceilings in the Grand Room. A spacious master bedroom with coffered ceiling, walk-in closet and private master bath with double sinks, and a walk-in shower w/bench. Laundry room is conveniently located in the owner’s entry next to the garage, and the second bedroom has a nearby bath. Covered front porch and covered patio provide the perfect place to enjoy spectacular Colorado evenings.

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 granite 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!

Open House of the Week

Pristine Home on a Preeminent Lot in Exclusive Mountain Shadows.

EAGLEPOINTE TOWNHOMES - NORTHWEST

5545 Darien Way | $569,500

Eaglepointe Townhomes | $294,900 to $314,900

Hours: 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Saturday, November 1 and Sunday, November 2 Neighborhood: Mountain Shadows Driving Directions: From Centennial Blvd, West on Chuckwagon Rd, South on Wilson Rd, East on Darien Way. Agent/Company: Keith Hays, 719-492-1751, BHHS

4,628 Square Feet, 5 Bedrooms, 4 Baths, 3-Car Garage Adjacent to a no-build preserve, this rare find combines unparalleled privacy with magnificent city & mountain views. New paint & Milgard windows along with a remodeled kitchen, with new stainless steel appliances & slab granite counters will make this a highly sought after home. Take advantage of this exceptional opportunity now because it won’t be around long!

Hours: 12 – 3 p.m., Sunday, November 2 Neighborhood: Northwest Directions: Take I- 25 TO ROCKRIMMON BLVD, NORTH ON DELMONICO, WEST ON Eagle Summit Pt. COME TO CLUBHOUSE! Agent/Company: Jack Mason, 719-491-5252, Mason Properties, Inc. 3 bdrm, 3 bath, 2 car garage “NEW WILLOW” CONSTRUCTION JUST COMPLETED WITH OUTSTANDING VIEWS! RANCH WITH 10 FT. CEILINGS! MAIN LEVEL HAS 2 BEDROOMS, 2 FULL BATHS, HARDWOOD FLOORS IN KIT, DINING RM & LIVING RM (GAS FIREPLACE HERE)! Kitchen has eating counter, 42” cabinets & stainless steel appliances! WALKOUT BASEMENT HAS 9 FT CEILINGS, 3RD BEDROOM & 3RD FULL BATH, AND 25X20 FAMILY RM, (ALL 9 FT CEILINGS) PLUS BIG STORAGE! 2 CAR GARAGE & A/C! 2954 SQ. FT. ENJOY CLUBHOUSE W MEETING ROOM, TV RM, KITCHEN, WORKOUT RM, POOL & HOT TUB!

Open House of the Week

Custom Home in High Forest Ranch

Custom home in the upscale neighborhood of Skyway Park Preserve

4302 High Forest Rd. | $850,000

1274 Capricorn Court | $499,500

Hours: 1 – 4 p.m. Sunday, November 2 Neighborhood: TRI Driving Directions: Highway 83 north to High Forest Rd. entrance to High Forest Ranch, right on High Forest Rd, home is on Left. Agent/Company: Cherri Fischer, 719-661-6557, ERA Shields Real Estate Gorgeous, custom home on over 2.5 acres, located in the desired gated community of High Forest Ranch within 15 minutes of shopping, dining & medical care. Entry with cherry hardwood floor w/natural stone medallion inlay. Great Room with 14 ft. coffered ceiling w/crown molding, fireplace w/builtins, wet bar and walkout to covered deck. Gourmet kitchen with granite counters, cherry cabinets, builtins and wood floors. Dreamy master suite with a spa like master bath waiting for you.

Hours: 12 – 3 p.m. Sunday, November 2 Neighborhood: Skyway Park Preserve Driving Directions: Minutes from downtown offices, restaurants and entertainment. Only 1.8 miles from the Broadmoor Hotel.

Custom home in the upscale neighborhood of Skyway Park Preserve. This nearly-new, one owner, move-in ready home features many sophisticated amenities including a gas fireplace, a very private master suite on the main level with spacious closet, double sink vanity, tile shower and separate jetted tub. With attention to detail and quality, this 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home features 9-12 ft. ceilings, two heating units and two A/C units. The home sits in a very secluded cul-de-sac. A MUST SEE gem of a home within walking distance of the fabulous District 12 schools. Realtors welcome. Special incentive offered to buyers’ agents. Go to FSBO.com for additional details and photos.

The Hemingway

JOIN US FOR TAILGATE WEEKEND: NOVEMBER 1 & 2 Visit any Richmond American Sales Center in the Colorado Springs area to enjoy a weekend of family fun, football trivia games, prizes and a chance to win our Tailgate Package (a $750 value!).* Tour our professionally decorated models and quick move-in homes at these communities:** Remington Hill at Jackson Creek From the mid $300s 16457 Curled Oak Drive Monument, CO 80132

Banning Lewis Ranch From the mid $200s 7092 Mountain Spruce Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80927

Meridian Ranch From the upper $200s 10258 Mount Lincoln Drive Peyton, CO 80831

Wolf Ranch From the low $300s 5872 Leon Young Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80924

Indigo Ranch From the upper $200s Dublin Boulevard and Mark Sheffel Road Colorado Springs, CO 80923

Current model hours: Saturday – Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday, 12 to 6 p.m. Model hours as of 11/2: Saturday – Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday, 12 to 5 p.m.

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*The tailgate package giveaway will be held in Colorado. SPONSORS: The tailgate package giveaway is sponsored by Richmond American Homes of Colorado, Inc. (4350 S. Monaco Street, Suite 300, Denver, CO 80237). ELIGIBILITY: The tailgate package giveaway is only open to residents 18 and older in the state of Colorado. The giveaway is void in all other states and U.S. territories and possessions and where prohibited by law. HOW IT WORKS: NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN THIS SWEEPSTAKES. A PURCHASE OR PAYMENT WILL NOT INCREASE A PARTICIPANT’S CHANCES OF WINNING. One (1) winner will be randomly selected from all entries received between November 1, 2014, and November 2, 2014. Drawing will take place at approximately 1:00 p.m. MT on November 3, 2014, and the winner will be notified that day. WINNER WILL RECEIVE ONE (1) COOLER, ONE (1) PORTABLE GRILL AND TWO (2) FOLDING CHAIRS (RETAIL VALUE $750.00). Odds of winning depend on the total number of entries received. Winner may be required to sign and return an affidavit of eligibility and publicity/liability release or an alternate winner may be selected. Richmond American Homes will notify the winner via phone after the winner’s name is selected. If Richmond American Homes is unable to make contact with the winner within a 7-day period after the winner’s name is selected, an alternate winner will be selected. The winner is solely liable for all taxes payable in connection with receipt of the prize. See official rules for details. The tailgate package giveaway is a sales promotion effort relating to the sale of real property. **Closing dates are subject to change and cannot be guaranteed. Homebuyers may be limited in the structural changes, options and upgrades which can be made to homes. Prices, specifications and availability are subject to change without notice. Dates and times are subject to change without notice. ©2014 Richmond American Homes, Richmond American Homes of Colorado, Inc.

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