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Tips for successful bulb, perennial combinations Netherlands Flower Bulb Information Center

Researchers at Cornell University conducted trials through four seasons to examine the best approaches for combining spring flowering bulbs with perennials in the garden or landscape. The study, along with extensive lists of successful combinations, is now available on the university’s website at www.hort.cornell.edu/combos.

In their work, the researchers also uncovered some core principals for creating successful bulb and perennial combinations. For gardeners planning to plant bulb and perennial combos this fall the information could be useful.

“Bulbs and perennials are natural partners,” says William B. Miller, professor of horticulture at Cornell University, the study leader and director of the university’s Flower Bulb Research Program. “We found that the overall key to success was predicting how each planting partner would perform in a given period under similar planting conditions.”

Following are tips for successful bulb and perennial combinations for the spring garden from the Cornell team in Ithaca, N.Y. and the Netherlands Flower Bulb Information Center of Danby, Vt. • Plant bulbs likely to perennialize well in your area.

Some combo plantings are more successful than others.

Sometimes the perennials come back but the bulb flowers don’t. Most often, this problem occurs when the wrong bulbs are chosen for local climate or growing conditions.

For example, choosing Jonquilla narcissi, hardy in USDA zones 5 to 9, for planting in much colder USDA zone 3 is unlikely to work out. Other times, the gardener may choose the right bulb type, but a less durable variety. With tulips, for instance, look for bulb packaging marked “good for perennializing” (likely to return for at least three years) or “good for naturalizing” (likely to establish and multiply in the garden).

• Consider each plant’s seasonal growth habits. What looks good in the mind’s eye may not look as good in the early spring garden. This can happen when choosing companions based on their mature description without considering their springtime rate of growth and look at that time.

In spring, different plants emerge and fill out in different ways, often featuring different coloring than later in the growing season. The goal of companion combos is to select perennials and bulbs that emerge together to work well in spring and early summer as partners, either aesthetically

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Tulipa 'Spring Green' with golden-green euphorbia. Spring Bloom Scene. (Steven Bemelman/Netherlands Flower Bulb Information Center)

(with complementary or contrasting foliage and flowers) or practically (with sufficient perennial foliage to mask the bulb’s fading foliage after bloom). The Cornell project addresses this subject. Other tips are available from garden writers, bulb and perennial labels, garden catalogs and websites.

• Consider mature plant size. Unlike annuals, which normally grow large and flourish in a single season before dying away, perennials may take several seasons to gain maturity. If, for example, you are planning for a perennial to grow to a certain size in relation to your bulb planting, be sure to calculate when the perennial will reach that size.

It may be necessary to plan for several bulb companions for your perennials over initial seasons, changing bulb choices as the perennials mature. Rather than a drawback, consider this as an opportunity to play with bulbs as seasonal accessorizing.

• Plant just enough bulbs. This might be considered the “Goldilocks” tip. Plant too few bulbs and the look is sparse.

Plant too many and face over crowding. Refer to bulb packaging, catalogs or websites for suggested spacing.

• Allow for perennial spread. Different perennials have different growth habits. Some are aggressive growers with a tendency to spread. Others are late to leaf out and have a compact growth habit. For the aggressive spreaders, allow space for them to fill in. For more compact perennials, plant bulbs closer in. These considerations pay off when perennials’ late spring growth successfully hide bulb dieback after bloom.

• Planting depths, well-drained soil, nutrients and moisture are among other things to consider. In general, smaller spring-flowering bulbs, such as crocuses and grape hyacinths, are planted 5-inches deep and larger bulbs such as tulips or narcissi are planted 8 to 9 inches deep. Other factors that affect success with bulb and perennial combina-

tions include drainage, moisture, nutrients and timing.

Most plants, and bulbs in particular, thrive in soils that drain well. The Dutch have a saying, “Bulbs don’t like wet feet.” Standing water can rot the roots of bulbs. This is true of many perennials, as well. Many gardeners amend soil by mixing in compost, well-rotted cow manure or other organic matter to increase chances of gardening success.

• All plants need sufficient moisture to thrive. Bulbs, once established, are extremely drought tolerant. Indeed bulbs are literally underground storage systems for moisture and nutrients. The key time for watering spring-flowering bulbs is after they’re first planted in the fall. This is when the bulbs establish roots. Once the roots are established, Mother Nature usually provides all the moisture that’s needed.

When planted, bulbs carry all the nutrients they need for their first season of blooming. For perennializing or naturalizing bulbs, it’s advisable to add a top dressing of slow release fertilizer or compost or well-rotted cow manure in either fall or in early spring, before the bulbs flower.

Fall is prime time to plant perennials and spring-flowering bulbs. For bulbs, the ideal planting time is approximately six weeks prior to hard frosts to allow for robust rooting in cool autumn soil. The farther south you are, the later you plant. In northern gardens, bulbs are typically planted in late September through mid-October. In warmer areas, bulb planting may be delayed till November and December. Even planted late, bulbs are programmed by nature to survive. Whatever the case, get bulbs in the ground (or pots) the same season you buy them as they are not dormant like seeds and will not last till next fall.

By following these practical tips, it’s easy to create bulb and perennial combinations that will add a true bit of spring magic to any garden or perennial bed.

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Makeover your guest bath Article Resource Association

The shorter days and cooler nights that fall brings mean entertaining that once took place on porches, patios and decks is slowly beginning to wane.

Soon, family and friends will gather inside the home for holiday festivities, putting the spotlight back on some of the most-used rooms, one of which is the guest bath.

Updating a tired bathroom can be an easy goal to achieve on any budget. You don’t need tens of thousands of dollars.

Instead, a little paint, the proper tools, a few decorating elements and some creativity will do the trick.

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When summer’s over it means back to spending more time indoors, but don’t let the dropping temperatures take you down with them. Instead, spruce up your space with easy projects. With a little time – and even less money – you can transform your home with simple and luxurious looks for less.

Would you love to incorporate the stainless steel appliances found in luxury kitchens into your own home, but aren’t in love with the price tag? Get the same look by spending a few dollars – instead of thousands – with a can of spray paint. Krylon’s new Stainless Steel Finish can be applied to your existing refrigerator or dishwasher, allowing you to achieve the luxe look of stainless steel without the cost. The new stainless steel finish is a great way to update accent pieces with a cool and contemporary look since it can be used on a number of substrates, from metal and wood, to glass and ceramics. Refresh an old light fixture, transform register covers, switch plates or make over picture frames.

Gorgeous Great Rooms You don’t need to buy new furniture to give your living or great room an expensivelooking update. The secret to scoring an entirely new look is refreshing the small details. Make your couch seem new with accent pillows in lavish fabrics like silk or velvet. By adding different textures and colors, you’ll create depth and the focus will be on the new accessories, not the old sofa.

Take a cue from today’s leading interior designers and add candles in varying shapes, sizes and heights. It’s another easy and inexpensive way to make an impact.

Arrange candles on the mantel or coffee table to add a lush and romantic feel to your room.

Another easy way to make over the entire room is with a fresh coat of paint. Look for a shade that enhances the items already in the space, like the wood tones in the coffee table or the pattern of the window treatments.

A great neutral color to try is Durham Beige from Dutch Boy. It’s more visually interesting than the standard shades of white or cream, while still providing a serene backdrop for the rest of the room. A new piece of wall art or a mirror will highlight your new coat of paint by drawing the eye up. With a few updates, your living area will look like a million bucks, when you spent much less.

Instead of installing a new floor, liven up the room with a new area rug. Discount stores are amazing places to find the same products that are in department stores, at a fraction of the cost. The best part is, no one will have to know what a steal it was (unless you want them to).

If your dining set looks a little worse for wear, spray painting is an easy way to make it look new. Building on your new contemporary look, embrace a black-and-white palette that complements your stainless accents. By using Krylon’s Indoor/Outdoor Paint in flat black, you’ll hide any nicks or imperfections in the wood while protecting your table and chairs from future damage.

Add a new table runner and placemats, and you’ll have a swanky and stylish dining area.

With a few inexpensive updates, you’ll have your home looking like it’s full of expensive pieces in no time at all. Spending time indoors has never felt so luxurious.

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For an added touch, hang a new shower curtain and liner to coordinate with your new color scheme.

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Color: Light and Inviting Changing the color of a room with interior paint is the easiest, most cost-effective and most dramatic transformation that can be made. Since a guest bathroom can be one of the smaller rooms in a home, use colors that are light and airy. This will open up the space, making it appear larger than it really is. Even if the guest bath is used by other family members during the rest of the year, remember it should feel welcoming, so avoid stark whites or overly bright and trendy colors.

Most importantly, don’t skimp on the painting tools. Since the walls will be the largest visual area in the bathroom, you want to ensure a professional-looking finish that can only be achieved using high-quality painting tools.

faucets come in a variety of finishes like brushed nickel and oil-rubbed bronze, allowing you to easily freshen up the appearance of your bathroom.

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Possible valuable piece requires second opinion

By Helaine Fendelman and Joe Rosson Scripps Howard News Service

Dear Helaine and Joe: I acquired this terracotta statue several years ago, but only recently discovered that “Carrier Belleuse” is signed on the base. I am curious as to whether it’s a copy or an original. – S.H. Dear S.H.: Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse is considered one of the leading French sculptors of the 19th century.

Carrier-Belleuse (1824-1887) trained as a goldsmith before entering the Ecole de BeauxArts in 1840. Sponsored by French sculptor Pierre-Jean David d’Angers, he stayed in that prestigious school for only a short time before moving on to the Petite Ecole to study decorative arts.

During his career, Carrier-Belleuse created a number of works in terracotta. The item in today’s question is titled “La Confidence,” or “The Secret,” and the original composition dates to the early 1870s.

Most of the genuine examples we found were signed “A. Carrier,” with “A. Carrier-Belleuse” also a possibility. Because the “A.” appears to be missing, S.H. should show this item to an expert in Carrier-Belleuse’s terracotta work, who can examine it in person.

If this piece turns out to be genuine, the value is quite high – we found one example that sold for more than $15,000 at auction.

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A: First, the fact that you’re debt-free is fantastic, especialPeriodically, we receive a letter from a collection ly considering you’re just out of graduate school. Congratucompany offering a reduced deal to pay off an old debt. lations, because that is a huge accomplishment.

My question is if we are able to do this, will this be I understand that you’ve been renting for years. And now reflected on our credit reports? These debts have that you have the security of a full-time job, buying a home long since disappeared from any report (we’re talking seems to make some sense. about debts from 18 to 20 years ago) and we do not While it’s great to be able to buy a home, you have to be want to do anything that will now reflect badly on our ready for it financially and emotionally. And, given the curcredit. rent state of the housing market, it would be difficult to buy A: Often, companies will sell old debts to collection comsomething if you don’t know where you’re going to want to panies, who will try to get you to reengage. But just because live for the next five to seven years. you’re contacted doesn’t mean you have a legal duty to pay At this stage of your life, you should think first about them. If the window of time during which a company must your career and what it takes to get ahead. If you think it’s start collection proceedings has elapsed, you may be off the likely that you’re going to move in the next two to three hook. There’s no point engaging because, depending on years, I can’t really recommend that you buy a house. Even if where you live, that may start the clock ticking all over housing prices don’t decline further (as many economists again. believe they will), the cost of selling a property can be as You might want to ignore these letters. If something pops much as 10 percent of the sales price. up on your credit history, you can deal with it then. But my To break even, your home would have to appreciate guess is these collection agencies are just trolling for some5 to 10 percent throughout the next couple of years, and I one who takes a look at the debt they once owed and dethink that’s unlikely. It could happen, but it’s more likely cides they now have the money to pay that debt back. that you’d have to move, which presents the probability

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Stabilize soil, plants after a fire Colorado State University Extension

But not all trees killed by fire die right away. “We’ve looked at survivorship of ponderosa pines following fire in the Black Hills,” says Dr. Skip Smith, department head of forestry and rangeland stewardship at Colorado State University. “Immediate kill from the fire, where the foliage is consumed, is obvious. But what we saw is that trees will die for four or five years after a wildfire. It may appear green but eventually dies.”

If the cambium – the area of living cells under the bark – and the phloem experienced a lot of heat, those damaged spots girdle the tree. It may be alive right now, but next year or the year after, it dies, he says.

Assessing trees for survivorship can be tricky, cautions Smith, but here are a few things to look for. Check the crown, looking for percentage of scorched foliage. If more than half of the crown remains green the tree has a good chance for survival; less than half and the tree’s odds diminish.

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Look for deep charring around the base of the trunk. Ground fires burning duff, leaf litter or other fuels against the trunk can kill the tree at ground level. Like a pencil standing on its point, these trees are hazardous and will fall. But if 60 percent or more of the base is unharmed, it might survive, Smith says.

The good news is that ponderosa pines become resistant to fire, developing a thick, corky bark as they grow. This insulates the cambium from heat. Other trees aren’t armored from the heat, such as Douglas fir or lodgepole pines; they often fall victim to the flames. Unable to regenerate from roots, pines succumb completely. But other trees, such as Aspen, are remarkably resilient and will rise from the ashes to shade the land.

“Aspen will sprout up after fire if the heat into the soil isn’t great,” says Dr. William Jacobi, professor of tree pathology and extension specialist at Colorado State University. “In fact, of-

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“Really hot fires burn the tree, its roots, and all,” says Greg Sundstrom, assistant staff forester with the Colorado State Forest Service. “Those trees are likely to fall anytime between now and 10 years from now.”

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Don’t cry over hue Here are the results of a survey, forwarded by KILZ, the stain-hiding paint: A majority of respondents said their design choices revolve around a color palette, and for a third of them, choosing a color is the most daunting part of redecorating.

Men redecorate about as often as women – about a quarter of each group redecorate a room in their home every year.

But both sexes are more likely to do so every two to four years rather than annually.

What’s in a name? Nearly one-third of do-it-yourselfers are influenced or strongly influenced by the name of a paint color when making their decorating decisions. Men are more likely than women to be strongly influenced by a paint color’s name.

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Gardeners aren’t the only ones who enjoy summer’s last gasp; well-planted gardens are favorite spots for migrating hummingbirds.

Fall is the perfect time to enjoy these winged wonders. As days shorten and nights begin to cool, hummingbirds begin their yearly trek south from their summer breeding grounds in the northern half of the country to the warmer regions of Mexico and Central America. Attracting these fascinating birds to your garden isn’t difficult.

Flowering plants, selected for their nectar-rich blossoms provide hummingbirds with much needed fuel for their long arduous trip, and including a few in your garden is a sure-fire way to encourage them for a quick pit-stop.

Hummingbirds are constantly on the move in search of food. They prefer high-octane meals to fuel their fast metabolisms. Their food of choice is the calorie-rich nectar found in flowers. Tubular shaped flowers often contain larger amounts of nectar than flat or shallow shaped flowers, and so the birds tend to prefer them.

Salvias, often grown for their abundance of vibrantly colored fall flowers, are one of the best nectar

sources for hummingbirds. There are a variety of garden-worthy salvias, and the majority of them bloom best in the short days of late summer and early fall, which is just when hummingbirds are passing through.

Planting flowering shrubs in your garden is another way of enticing hummingbirds to visit. The advantage of planting flowering shrubs is that, once planted, they will bloom year after year with little more than an occasional pruning to maintain their shape.

Fall is an excellent time to plant perennials and shrubs. Both will establish quickly, as air temperatures moderate, provided there is an adequate amount of moisture in the soil. Soil temperatures remain relatively warm well into the fall, which encourages root formation.

If possible, allow plants four to six weeks’ time to establish themselves before frost arrives in your area.

Spring Meadow Nursery in Grand Haven, Mich., has spent 25 years breeding shrubs to enhance backyard habitats. Horticulturalist Tim Wood visited “Cultivating Life” to suggest some of the finest garden-worthy shrubs to provide nectar and protein-rich insects to the hummingbird’s diet. Although colorful bloomers are certainly high on a hummingbird’s list of fa-

vorite fodder, small insects that frequent flowers are provide important sources of protein in their diet.

Many of these shrubs can be grown in patio containers to bring hummingbirds closer to your back door. Here are Tim’s suggestions of container-worthy shrubs that attract hummingbirds: • Abelia chinensis • Abelia mosanensis • Buddleia davidii ‘Nanho Purple’ • Buddleia ‘Lo and Behold’ • Clethra ‘Hummingbird’ • Hibiscus ‘Blue Chiffon,’ ‘Lavender Chiffon’ or ‘White Chiffon’ • Kolkwitzia ‘Pink Cloud’ • Vitex agnus-castus • Weigela ‘Ghost’ or ‘Wine and Roses’ As summer winds down and the days shorten be sure to keep an eye out for visiting hummingbirds.

With a little thought and some careful planning you can encourage them to stop in your garden instead of passing right by.

Sean Conway’s television series, “Cultivating Life,” airs Sundays at 11:30 a.m. ET on WGN America. His new book, “Sean Conway’s Cultivating Life” (Artisan Books, 2009), describes 125 projects for backyard living. www.cultivatinglife.com.

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New rule would refund some mortgage fees

By Holden Lewis bankrate.com

The Federal Reserve has proposed a rule that would give consumers the right to cancel mortgage applications within three days and get refunds of fees.

Under the proposal, consumers could apply with two or more lenders, pay various fees, then cancel all but one application and get refunds from the rejected lenders.

Application, appraisal and other fees would be refundable; credit-reporting fees would not be refundable.

According to Bankrate’s 2010 Closing Costs Study, the average appraisal costs $377, while application fees average $343.

Credit-report fees – which would not be refundable – averaged $18 in the Bankrate survey.

Most lenders bill borrowers directly for credit reports and appraisals. Some, but not all, lenders charge application fees.

Jeff Lazerson, president of MortgageGrader.com, an online brokerage based in Laguna Niguel, Calif., says the proposed rule’s impact might be blunted by the

fact that most reputable lenders wait three or more days to collect fees anyway.

“For the consumer, it’s not bad, because it’s going to help pave the way for them to find their best loan,” Lazerson says. “For the lenders, it’s going to make them a little crazy because they’re going to be spinning their wheels a lot ... but we end up doing that today, anyway.”

The proposed rule was “well-telegraphed,” says Dan Green, loan officer for Waterstone Mortgage in Cincinnati. That’s why his company, and many other lenders, already wait three days before they charge fees.

The proposal was included in a 930-page document the Fed published in the Federal Register in the middle of August. The book-length Fed document finalized some rules that had been proposed a year or more ago, clarified a few regulations and proposed some new ones.

Many of the rules affect consumers only indirectly. The Fed’s proposal to give consumers the right to cancel applications within three days is an exception. By imposing a three-day shopping period, it

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would affect consumers directly.

Shoppers would be entitled to refunds if they cancel an application within three business days of receiving a pair of disclosures: the good-faith estimate and the Truth in Lending Act statement.

There are nuances regarding the definitions of “three business days” and “receiving the early disclosures.” A business day is any day that’s not a Sunday or holiday. To be on the safe side, consumers should assume that the three-day clock begins ticking the day they apply.

The Fed says it’s making the proposal to help consumers comparison-shop for mortgages and save money, saying the proposal gives consumers time to review the terms of the loan and make a decision “without feeling financially committed due to having paid an application fee.”

The proposal is just the latest effort on the part of regulators to make it easier for consumers to comparison-shop mortgage offers.

By encouraging borrowers to shop for loan deals, the regulations are slowing the process of getting a mortgage. Rulemakers

say the slowdown is worth it if consumers get better loan deals.

However, Brian Koss, executive vice president of Mortgage Network, in Danvers, Mass., is critical of the proposed change.

He says the rule is “meant to protect the consumer, but will end up costing them more, and causing confusion and pain.”

According to Koss, “All it’s going to do is delay anybody from doing anything.”

Lenders will merely delay ordering appraisals, Koss says.

The Fed acknowledges the rule could slow things down. But a similar right to a refund already applies to home-equity lines of credit, and it “does not seem to have caused undue delays or burdens for consumers,” the Fed proposal says.

The proposal has a 90-day comment period that ends in mid-November.

Sometime after that, the Fed may amend the proposal and seek more comment, adopt it with or without amendments, or shelve it. There is no deadline for a final decision.

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Cooler weather means warmer decor

September 18, 2010

When the weather cools, we sometimes get the urge to do something different, perhaps bake some wonderful goodies or cook some warm comfort foods. Well, our taste buds aren’t the only things that welcome a warm change. Let’s explore some warming decor.

Hardwood, tile or marble floors are all fabulous, but when cooler weather hits, it is nice to have warmth underfoot.

Adding soft, thick area rugs or runners

not only brings a new look to a room, but they will also warm up the floor under your bare, chilly feet.

Rearranging the furniture will give the room a new look without costing you a penny. Create cozy conversation areas for a sense of warmth and intimacy. Do you have a fireplace? Inch the furniture closer to the fireplace. Even if the fire isn’t on, the room will look nice and snug.

Fall-scented candles, such as cinna-

mon, apple or vanilla, will add to that cozy feeling. Candles always make a nice centerpiece on the dining table, as well.

Arrange twigs around the candles for a touch of the outdoors. (And, of course, never leave lighted candles unattended.)

You can add a temporary lining to your draperies with Velcro. The lining helps keep the cold outside and can be removed to wash and store when the warmer weather returns.

Another warming idea that doesn’t

cost much is to add tablecloths or runners to tables. The fabrics not only dress up the table, but they also make the room appear warmer, much like layering clothes on yourself when the weather turns nippy.

In the bathroom, changing the towels to reflect fall colors might make the room feel a little warmer. Bring some of those fall candles into the bathroom, as well.

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Hover Manor Senior Apartment Residence 1401 Elmhurst Dr. • 303-772-9292

$885$890

$835$840

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1

Yes

No

Yes

Yes

Secure building, quiet neighborhood, meal program, transportation, utilities paid, appliances & cable TV included, 62 yrs & older; vouchers accepted.

Victoria Inn 2400 17th Ave. • 303-772-4667

$725$875

$250

1, 2

1, 1¾

Yes

Yes

Yes

(in each apartment)

A/C, D/W, cable ready, balcony or deck, carport, outdoor pool, close to shopping & bus stop.

Ute Creek Apartments 1100 E 17th Ave. • 303-684-6821

Starting at $799

$125

1, 2

1, 2

Yes

Yes

Full SIze in each apartment

Yes

Move-In Specials, senior and other discounts. Fireplace, pool & spa, 24-hour fitness, garages. Close to shopping.

The Shores 2450 Airport Rd. • 303-774-8000

*$705$1200

$100 $200 $300

1,2,& 3 Studios

1, 2

Yes (Short Term Avail.)

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Gas fireplaces, 24 hr. fitness center, heated pool & hot tub, A/C, business center, gourmet kitchens, detached garages. *On selected apartments.

Cloverbasin Village 630 Peck Dr. • 888-837-4912

$690$1100

$149

3-bdrm. townhomes

2

Yes

Yes

(65 lbs limit)

No

(& rental available)

Elliott Apartments 418 Emery St. Longmont, CO 80501 303-772-6452 Fox Ridge Apartments 3800 Pike Rd., Longmont, CO 80503 303-774-9944

$580$945

Yes

1, 2, 3

1, 2

Yes

Yes

Pets Neg.

Yes

$789$1239

$200

1, 2, 3

1, 2

(Short Term Avail.)

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Island kitchens, garden tubs, gas fireplaces, double balconies, two tone paint, gated community. Close to schools & newest community in Longmont.

Utility Room w/ Full size W/D in each condo

W/D provided in ea.

Condo

All utilities & cable paid, sec. bldg., elevator, W/D in every unit, transportation, social events. HUGE amenities package, quiet 55+ community. Call for incentives!

Tanglewood Condominiums Senior Community 100 21st Ave., Longmont, CO 80501 303-774-0300

$1235$1625

Yes

1,2,3

$1235$1625

1, 2

1, 2

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes Some $50+ mo.

Yes

Convenient location, pet friendly, garages available, 24-hour maintenance In historic Longmont, large trees, quiet neighborhood on-site parking & storage. Close to RTD. Heat included.

Reach over 44,000 readers each week with your ad in the Times-Call Apartment/Condo Directory. Call Lisa or Sue in Classifieds today at 303-776-7440

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To place an ad, call 303-776-7440 or go to www.TimesCall.com/classifieds and place your ad any time of the day or night. Fax: 303-772-8339…email: classifieds@times-call.com Apartments/ Apartments/ Apartments/ Condos/ Garages/Storage Houses Unfurnished 4030 Unfurnished 4030 Unfurnished 4030 Townhouses 4050 Spaces 4070

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Farmers/Ranchers, Colo Caregivers Wanted Legal MMJ Caregiver Services needs to lease your old outbuildings. Top dollar leases per square foot paid.

• Legal Services • Patients • Technical Support • Plants & Equipment • Modular units also avail.

Confidentiality, safety & security. Call the Law Office of Stephanie Nelson 303-440-4420

Very quiet, sm house cntry/Carter Lk for 1 person. N/S/D/P. 720-308-7902

Apartments/ Furnished 4010 ● 1 BDRM $865 includes: TV, DSL, utils. Short term N. area. N/S/P 303-570-0402 NO lease, dep or credit chk Wkly/mnthly • 303-776-2185 • ALSO RV SITES AVAIL!

Apartments/ Unfurnished 4030 ✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭ 1, 2 & 3 BDRM Apartment Homes The Shores Apartments, Hwy 66 & Airport Rd (303)774-8000 ✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭

•1 & 2 BDRM ✭ $550-$675 FREE Heat 1060 17th Ave, Habla Espanol 720-327-8918

630 Peck DriveLongmont West on Nelson/Airport Rd

♣

1 BEDROOM, 1 BATH

AS LOW AS $665 ♣

2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH

AS LOW AS $765! ♣

● 1-2 BDRM- remod, N/S ● A/C, lndry, off st pkng ● $625 - $775, 303-444-0501

3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH

Starting @ $799! ♣

1 BD, off st pkng, near shopping, 1637 Kimbark, $475 2 BD, 1.5 bath, off st pkng behind, 2137 Dexter, $685 2 BD, 1 bath, carport, 1611 Warren, $695 2 BD, 1 bath, garage, 800SF, 2330 Wedgewood, $650 & $695 Alert Realty 303-776-5156

Starting at $950!

321 Quail Roadacross from Longmont Rec Center

● 917 SUNSET1 bdrm, 1 ba garden level, heat, wtr trash included. $550/mo. No Pets.

RMG Realty, (303)772-4466

1st FLOOR 2 BDRM APT Quiet area, lndry, nr 23rd & Main. Sorry no pets, $645 Top Realty, (303)931-6423

1, 2 & 3 BEDROOMS: Pool, air, laundry ✭Wtr, trash, sewer pd

2 BDRM, 1.5 BA, carpet, drapes, refrig, D/W, selfcleaning stove, central A/C, gas heat, W/D hkup, fncd back yard, 2 car gar.

No pets. $800 + dep.

1 BDRM COTTAGE, 222 So 1426 Kay St. 303-776-1287 or ALL UTILITIES PAID Main St, cute! Refs, lease.

303-747-2219.

Cozy 2 bdrm, 1 bath, W/D, No pets. Storage. $460/mo carport. $750/mo + dep, (303)507-3457 utils inc. credit check, LONGMONT/ Avail now. 303-709-3694 BOULDER CONDOS 1 BDRM trlr, nice, lg liv • 1601 Great Western rm, 8x25 hobby rm, pvt • 3250 O´Neal Circle EASTGLEN APTS patio. No pets. Refs. Lease.

• 804 Summerhawk 630 Lashley, Longmont $545/inclusive. 303-507-3457

(303)682-2943

Call PMP, 303-776-RENT

1 BDRM, 1 car gar, gas Horizon Place heat, A/C, W/D hkup. $600 1 Bedroom- $545! + dep. No pets. 1321 Emery 2 Bedroom- $645!

3 BDRM Mobile home in St Apt C. (303)776-1287 or Secure bldg, swimming Erie.

N/P. W/D, $650.

735 (303)747-2219 pool, A/C, on-site laundry.

Kattell #113. 303-980-1204

● 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH

Starting at $750! *LIMITED NUMBER AVAILABLE*

**Income Guidelines May Apply** ✓ Full Size Washer & Dryer Hookups ✓ Close to Bus lines ✓ Pets Welcome

Duplexes

● 1319 MERL PL ●

Very Nice!!

2 bdrm, 1 bath, 1 car gar, fncd back yard, W/D hkup. No Pets. $800/mo, 303-651-2573.

Avail October 1st

Call PMP, 303-776-RENT 62+ INCOME-BASED APT Starting at $525, some with Independent, Senior 1 bdrm apt in great area close to Move-in Specials!

Call PMP, 303-776-RENT stores/ busline. Rent based on income. 303-651-3601

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• FREE Washer/Dryer e Home!

Welcom & Carport • Wood-burning fireplace • Large balconies/patios • Approved pets accepted • MTM leases available • Within walking distance of shopping, restaurants & RTD • On line leasing available • One bdr, 1 bath starting at $725 • Two bdr, 2 bath starting at $875

New Extented Stay Hotel ● $179 * WEEKLY or ● $649 MONTHLY ✓ Perfect for visiting friends & family!

I-25 & Hwy 119, Longmont exit 240.

303-485-0040

2400 17th Avenue, Longmont, Colorado 80503

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Bring ad to qualify. *Expires 9/15/2010

1 Rent to Own 3 bdrm, 2.5 ba, $1395/mo. 866-810-1446 CLEAN, secure, 10x20´ dry ext 1021, 24 hr free rec msg. storage close to HWY 287 $100. Stella 303-775-2881.

2+BDRM, 1 ba, gar, w/d.

Storage-RV´s,Trailers, Newer kitch & ba. $1200/mo + utils & dep. 610-457-7749 Boats, Trucks & ?

126 S. Main, 303-884-9111.

2 BDRM, 2 ba, close to Storage wanted for several schls, fncd yd, N/P, N/S, cars. Pay $100 per month $1000, Avl now 303-772-6763 303-709-1056

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4060

1 BDRM APT´s-

● 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH

AS LOW AS $699

Call PMP, 303-776-RENT

0 App Fee-$100 off 1st 2 mos Frederick- Avail Now! 2 Bdrm, 1 ba, large, comp. Very nice 800 Sq Ft apt, 1 Lg 3 bdrm, 2 ba, gar, water remodel-all new, WD, A/C, bdrm, 1 ba, N/P, N/S, all pd. No dogs. 303-682-2525 patio, N/P/S 2041 Meadow utils incl. $750/month, Dr. $835 303-443-4308 $750/dep. (303)833-3078 1 & 2 bdrms, 2 BDRM APT´s- Great& value! $595. W/D hkp, off st Starting at $645, some with $495 pkg, avail now.

970-310-6321 Move-in Specials!

3 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSES

QUAIL VILLAGE 303-485-0065

1 BDRM, CLEAN near downtown, laundry room, storage. N/P. $500+ dep.

Call, (303)324-9922

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CLOVERBASIN VILLAGE 1-888-837-4912

1 & 2 BDRM Apt Homes Fox Ridge Apts Premier Gated Community. Pets OK! For Info & Specials Call (303)774-9944

2 BDRM, Berthoud. Large liv rm, laundry rm, near school, cov pkng, yd, huge storage. $685. 303-684-6554 2 BEDROOM, DW, garage, fenced yard. $750. No smk/ No pets. (303)776-8038 3 BDRM, 1 BATH229 E Long´s Peak Ave, $850/mo, $850 Deposit.

Gar, Fncd yd, No Pets, W/D hkups. 303-530-9153

DUPLEXES 2 Bedrooms

• 1459 Lamplighter • 1602 Donovan • 808 Apple Ct Call PMP, 303-776-RENT

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EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertised in this paper is subject to the federal and state Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.”

The newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law.

All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

•108 E 5th Ave 2 bdrm, 1 ba, fncd yd, pet OK. $800 RMG Realty, (303)772-4466 •1262 HUMMINGBIRD CIR 4 bdrm, 3 ba, 1828 Sq Ft, 3 levels, single car gar.

No pets/No smoking. Close to rec center. $1450/mo.

RMG Realty, (303)772-4466 ● 1341 GARDEN PL4 bdrm, 3 bath, fam room, lg fncd yard, frpl, swamp cooler. $1400. Avail Now. Pennant Inv. 303-447-8988

✭3 and 4✭ Bedroom Houses.

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3 BDRM, 2 ba Gem in Old Town Longmont! 1700 SF, DW, W/D, pets nego. $1400.

(303)485-7177 4 BDRM, 1.75 BA, fpl, A/C, W/D hkup, Southmoor, lg fncd yd, N/P, $1350 + dep.

Avail 9/15. (303)746-6139 4 Bdrm, 3 Ba 10 acres, Bldr Cty, all appl, fp, grt views, horse neg. $1790, 303-678-1991 4 BDRM, 3 ba, 2 car, large fenced yard, shed, near Pike Rd. $1300/mo. Owner/ Broker 303-522-8312.

4 bdrm, 3 ba, 3 car, patio, fncd yd, SW Longmont- 664 Timothy $1795. 303-772-0442

COUNTRY OR CITY LIVING! ● N. 115TH StLovely Lrg, 4 bdrm, 3 ba w/library & office on 5 acres with use of 23-acre lake. Also for rent on prop, 6-stall barn with riding arena.

Home $2900. Barn $1200 or both $3,900 ● 604 Glenarbor CirBright, well-kept 4 bdrm, 3 ba home.

Spring Valley Subdiv.

Small Pet nego. $1,595 Turner Realty (303)776-1105

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4080 Office Space 4100 Frederick 5079 Longmont Firestone/Dacono 2500 to 5000 SF- great views from 2nd level, ample parking. 2432 Main. 303-875-1345

GRAND OPENING @ EAGLE CREST

Phase 3 NOW open!!

Brand new homes for rent. Includes all applicances starting

@ $849.00 with option to buy: • • • •

September 18, 2010

500 to 2500 SF, can divide.

On site prkg, Good traffic exposure. 303-523-3369 HEALING ART CENTERLg therapy room w/off, pvt entr. $550/mo. (303)772-6655 Lge & sm office/reception, furnished, kit/ba. $450/mo 385 Main St. 303-651-2177

Swimming Pool Clubhouse Playground New Fitness Center

OFFICE SPACE, 6 rooms ✓ Now Open on Sundays avail, $155-$325, great prkg, from 10-4 utils pd. Lgmt (970)231-7871 SUN HOMES AT EAGLE CREST

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HOUSES 2- 4 Bedroom Homes • 163 Grant• 46 University • 1247 Juniper• 2312 Stuart • 1327 S Sherman • 2631 Stratford • 536 St Andrews • 820 9th Ave• 28 Reed Call PMP, 303-776-RENT LAFAYETTE HOME Centrally located & walking distance to downtown. 104 Cleveland.

Call TODAY! PMP, 303-776-RENT W. LONGMONT, 3 bdrm, 1.75 ba, 2 car garage. $1075 + dep (303)499-9380

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Office Space 4100

PROFESSIONAL Offices N. Longmont. 150 to 825 SF. Single & 3 office suite.

All ground level, 2 entr, great prkg. 303-956-1141

4795 ASPEN ST (Firestone) 4 bdrm, 2 bath, All Appliances, over 2400 SF, oversized 1 car garage, sunroom, back patio and shed. ✓✓ Financing available Sun Homes @ Eagle Crest

Longmont

1502 Vivian Street Saturday 11- 2 Motivated Sellers Immaculate raised ranch Move-in ready!

3 bd, 3 ba, 3056 finished SF Corner lot, RV parking, no HOA. A must see at $249,900

3113 Mountain View Ave You had your 1st maybe your 2nd. Now come and see your LAST HOME. OPEN SAT 11 till 4.

Let´s talk 303-775-7992.

Mike Kirby, FSBO owner.

Buyer Brokers welcome.

Lots & Tracts 5100

3 BDRM, 1 BA, new carpet, W/D, carport, Lgmt adult park age 55+, 970-215-1819

✭ MOBILE HOMES ✭ BUYING/SELLING Local park needs used mob homes. We´re buying! Big Sale! Many single & dbl wides. Fin avl, auto approval on owner fin homes.

Bad credit OK! Moves avl.

970-222-1473 ✭ 690-2725 or 690-3283 ✭

2 ACRE LOTS WEST OF BERTHOUD. Great Views! $149,900. Fred @ Four Seasons Re, (720)494-2133.

Check out the pet columns in classifieds for that special companion you’re looking for.

Sell, Advertise, Recruit

John Dietrich (303)513-3463 Challenge West Realty

Roommates Wanted 4120

1136 VENICE SATURDAY, 11:30a-1p Must see this new listing Sleep in Paris every night. just a short walk to Francis Small bdrm in lovely home St shopping. All updating is for rent. $425 303-809-0022 done: gourmet kitch w/ slab granite & cherry cabs, built in wine rack, jet tub, sun room, priv back yard w/ alley access & o-sized gar AND seller paid closing costs. Priced under $200k this is a good one!!

Tom Mercier 303-775-0820 Re/max Traditions SEMI-FURN Rooms/Apts Wkly/mnthly from $100/wk Utils/micro/fridge inc (303)931-7108

Rooms For Rent

4130

1931 RED CLOUD RD OPEN SAT & SUN 11A-3P ATTN Fire victims: 3800 fin sf at less than $79/sf!

4 bdrm, 4 ba + loft, lr & fr frplcs, fin wlkout bsmt w/ entry to lovely bkyd, lndscp & flgstn patio. 4 zone hot wtr ht, mstr bdrm w/ balc.

FSBO $299,900, all applcs & most furniture avail.

303-819-4041

11313 COAL RIDGE ST., FIRESTONE

Move-in Ready! New paint in this spacious 4 BR / 3 BA / Loft home. Nicely landscaped, oversized patio and sprinklers.

Lots of home for the great price of $259,900

773 SQ FT- busy shopping center, 1116 Francis St, $825. Alert RE (303)776-5156

5758 CANYON CIRCLE, FREDERICK

This corner lot home boasts fresh paint and new carpet, covered front porch and so much more. 3 bedroom, 3 bath lovely home you won’t want to miss... $215,900

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205 GRANVILLE AVE, FIRESTONE, A true fixer upper here! Build instant equity with this large corner lot, bungalow home with detached 2 car garage. $89,900

Real Estate

603 E. 4TH AVE.

Some remodel done here... maple cabinetry, upgraded appliances, ceramic tile and jetted soaker tub. Brick ranch home with 3 bedrooms, 1 bath. You just add the finishing touches and relax in your new home! $121,900

Farms, Ranches Acreages 5050 Turn of the Century Farmhouse on 80 acres, just east of Longmont. Includes 40 units Big T water. $1.1M Jim Green (303)775-2553 www.15182.wkre.com

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HORSE PROPERTY 11451 Lookout Rd, Lgmt, 5 acres, ditch water, 3 stall barn, 3 BR 2.5 BA updated Brick Ranch, 1500 SF Shop w/ o-sized door, 3 car gar + shop, deck, hot tub. $699,950 Vesta Real Estate 303-514-8788

Heidi & Helena buy houses! $ SAVE YOUR CREDIT $ 303-725-8388 / 303-459-2711

5090

1109 Yeager Dr., 3 bdrm, 1 ba, ranch,N-central loc, new paint/crpt, $164,900.

Owner carry, $140K. 303-517-0061 No agents

Don Rulle, CCIM

71 Office Spaces for lease Can be viewed at www.longmontcommercial.com

5090 Mobile/ 5130 Manufactured ✭Like New Home✭ Homes/Spaces Call for 3 page list of

2 ACRE LOT, Berthoud area, $40K price reduction, $125,000. Call Steve Conder for details, 303-514-3706.

303-772-2222

Ken Kanemoto

1185 Fall River Cir $249,900 MLS #635410 Wolf Creek 4BR/3BA. Hdwd flrs. New Granite ktch tile, new carpet, immaculate. All applcs inc, move-in ready. Sue Ellen Grimaud 303-746-7670

303-776-3135

1 yr Free Rent!

4,160 sq ft Office Space Ideal location & only $10/ sf NNN May be divided.

Attractive Bldg, Private Parking. _____________________

5090 Longmont

improvements! Located on Circle Dr in S. Longmont.

Fenced backyard. $194,950

OFFICE SPACE For Rent Holistic wellness center.

(720)280-9047

Professional/Business Ofc Francis & Mtn View Ave. 4 rooms & reception area.

HIGHLY VISIBLE 820 SF, (303)776-3150

5090 Longmont

OPEN HOUSE Beautiful home for sale $99,000 Friday Sept 17th and Saturday Sept 18th 11am-6pm

Retail Space 4135 255 WEAVER PARK CLASS “A” second floor office space for lease or sale. Common area, conference room, elevator, mountain views.

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September 18, 2010

“Essential Kitchens: The Back to Basics Guide to Home Design, Decoration & Furnishing” Conran, $20 Well-known designer Terence Conran takes the complicated subject of kitchens and boils it down to: planning and layout, fixtures and fittings, decor and detail.

Whether you’re starting from scratch or sprucing up outdated space, this pint-sized book is practical (just as your kitchen can be).

He recognizes the evolution of the kitchen, which is not only the heart of the home but also often where busy households communicate, play, shop, socialize and refuel.

This 112-page guide offers concise, useful points to help you determine whether you need such features as sliding doors, a “quick chill” function in the fridge and LED lighting.

Real Estate Transactions are supplied by Prospects Unlimited Inc., www.prospectsunlimited.com.

Longmont • Elizabeth T from Bielins Hock Family Trust, 9067 Ogallala Rd, Longmont, $700,000, home • Jorgen Nielsen from Sandra Manfrino, 3678 Oakwood Dr, Longmont, $168,000, home • Stephen Stauss from Ryplewski Family Trust, 822 Grant St, Longmont, $187,900, home • Wayne & Betty Worland from Electa Wiley, 2402 Elmhurst Pl, Longmont, $200,000, home • Arei LLC from Linda Glaser, 1735 Gifford Dr, Longmont, $135,000, home • Sally Seth from Victor Leonard, 2952 Sonata Bay Ct, Longmont, $337,500, home • Kevin & Kristin Barkow from Adam Lurie, 2211 Creekside Dr, Longmont, $365,000, home Allenspark • Andrew Griffiths from Fannie Mae, 173 Main St, Allenspark, $70,000, home • Ellis & Verlee Copeland from Bank America National Trustee, 14321 Peak Peak Hwy, Allenspark, $635,000, home Dacono • Jennifer Meyers from Shirley Enyart, 1015 Macdavidson Cir, Dacono, $35,000, home Berthoud • Stephen & Rebecca Bunn from Mark Bettridge, 201 S 8th St, Berthoud, $280,000, home

“Apartment Therapy’s Big Book of Small Cool Spaces” Clarkson Potter, $30 If you have a house, don’t let the title of Maxwell GillinghamRyan’s book keep you from discovering the contents. This 304-page source of inspiration shows and tells the opportunities, not the constraints, of small spaces. Explore colorful pages that take you from quick entrances to cozy kitchens and dining rooms, compact living rooms, miniature bedrooms, smart home offices and petite children’s rooms.

Inspired by the Small Cool Contest on apartmenttherapy.com, Gillingham-Ryan gathered creative ideas from 40 small-side homes. The resources section in the back of the book helps you track down everything featured. Some of the design solutions include vertical storage, open shelving, the walk-in closet office and soothing colors.

• Amber Siebold from Darcy Robben, 105 E Michigan Ave, Berthoud, $180,000, home Erie • David Simons from Davis Chen, 1581 Meachum Way, Erie, $229,900, home • Kevin & Sheila West from Christopher Hellenthal, 1455 Hickory Dr, Erie, $448,000, home • Simon & Karen Kricka from David Brett, 1556 Lawson Ave, Erie, $435,000, home • Michael & Charmian Larson from Donald Mobley, 1500 Bonnie Cir, Erie, $220,000, home • Samuel & Linda Caldwell from Timothy Perkins, 1132 Northview Dr, Erie, $457,500, home • August Maschka from VRC Devl LLC, 1450 Blue Sky Way Unit 12-201, Erie, $149,900, condo • Mount Dis from Mutual Omaha Loanpro LLC, 400 Weld County Road 3, Erie, $470,500, home Firestone • William & Rhonda Ryder from Richmond AM Homes Colo Inc, 5873 Mt Shadows Blvd, Firestone, $256,700, home Fort Lupton • Dana & Jason Curry from Warren Wagoner, 271 Corvette Cir, Fort Lupton, $280,000, home Frederick • Christopher & Kimbe Morgan from Patrick Corbett, 7165

Orchard Ave, Frederick, $222,500, home • Michael & Brenda Flynn from Billie Delancey, 8705 Triple Crown Dr, Frederick, $312,500, home Foreclosures – notice of election and demand • Borrower: Jacqueline Ezell, Lender: Chase Home Finance LLC, Amount: $130,586, Property: 408 Wark Ave, Berthoud, Filed: 09/03/10 • Borrower: Marcia & David Poss, Lender: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, Amount: $2,193,331, Property: 7107 Reflection Dr, Erie, Filed: 09/03/10 • Borrower: Ying & Maily Cha, Lender: Security Services Federal Credit, Amount: $216,105, Property: 417 Denver Ave, Fort Lupton, Filed: 09/03/10 • Borrower: Lloyd & Wendy Miller, Lender: Saxon Mortgage Services Inc, Amount: $194,358, Property: 16204 Good Ave, Fort Lupton, Filed: 09/08/10 • Borrower: Pat Koscal, Lender: Wells Fargo Bank NA, Amount: $160,258, Property: 918 Pinon Ct, Longmont, Filed: 09/02/10 • Borrower: Soledad Jimenez & Sergio Corchado, Lender: Wells Fargo Bank NA, Amount: $173,833, Property: 604 Goss Dr, Longmont, Filed: 09/07/10 • Borrower: Terry Plummer, Lender: Wells Fargo NA As Trustee, Amount: $157,162, Property: 1821 Meadow St, Longmont, Filed: 09/07/10

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“Restore. Recycle.

Repurpose: Create a Beautiful Home” Hearst Books, $24.95 Country Living magazine contributing editor Randy Florke’s sustainable living concepts can be achieved by re-using what you already have and without spending a bundle. If you want to go green with your decor but don’t know how, this 192-page book is brimming with handy shopping tips, recycling pointers and revamping insight.

Here are some of his room-by-room ideas.

Cover beat-up cabinets with wainscoting. Refresh sturdy vintage beds (paint wood or metal, cover a paneled frame with wallpaper). Decorate with used mirrors, which are easily found and less expensive than original art.

• Borrower: Israel & Clara Sanchez, Lender: The Bank Of New York Mellon, Amount: $135,721, Property: 1617 19th Ave, Longmont, Filed: 09/07/10 • Borrower: Karen Dodge, Lender: Wells Fargo Bank NA, Amount: $176,093, Property: 4501 Nelson Rd 2502, Longmont, Filed: 09/07/10 • Borrower: Scott Orlick, Lender: Citimortgage Inc, Amount: $172,028, Property: 1550 Lamplighter Dr, Longmont, Filed: 09/07/10 • Borrower: Bruce Ransier, Lender: BAC Home Loans Servicing LP, Amount: $181,362, Property: 120 8th Ave, Longmont, Filed: 09/07/10 • Borrower: Brant Baker, Lender: JPMorgan Chase Bank National Assoc, Amount: $259,329, Property: 227 Gay St, Longmont, Filed: 09/02/10 • Borrower: Peter & Priscilla Trost, Lender: JPMorgan Chase Bank National Assoc, Amount: $493,640, Property: 7213 Rozena Dr, Longmont, Filed: 09/02/10 • Borrower: James Glasscock, Lender: BAC Home Loans Servicing LP, Amount: $133,758, Property: 720 Hayden Ct, Longmont, Filed: 09/08/10 • Borrower: Mitch & Luetta Vuki, Lender: Wells Fargo Bank NA, Amount: $249,589, Property: 713 Clarendon Dr, Longmont, Filed: 09/08/10 • Borrower: Jorge & Marta Vargas, Lender: BAC Home Loans

Servicing LP, Amount: $196,472, Property: 1266 Monarch Dr, Longmont, Filed: 09/08/10 • Borrower: Thanhyen Pham, Lender: BAC Home Loans Servicing LP, Amount: $137,940, Property: 1234 S Emery St D, Longmont, Filed: 09/08/10 • Borrower: Duane Nichols, Lender: Chase Home Finance LLC, Amount: $166,476, Property: 1913 Sumner St, Longmont, Filed: 09/08/10 • Borrower: Elizabeth Williams, Lender: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, Amount: $162,929, Property: 1703 Whitehall Dr 9A, Longmont, Filed: 09/08/10 • Borrower: Alvin Orr, Lender: Aurora Loan Services LLC, Amount: $138,281, Property: 818 S Terry St U93, Longmont, Filed: 09/08/10 • Borrower: Mark & Linda Propp, Lender: Ocwen Loan Servicing LLC, Amount: $194,436, Property: 24 Dartmouth Cir, Longmont, Filed: 09/07/10 • Borrower: Mary Gonzales, Lender: First Bank Mortgage, Amount: $71,489, Property: 3370 Black Hls 393, Longmont, Filed: 09/08/10 • Borrower: Larry Elmore & Marte Kiedaisch, Lender: Wells Fargo Bank NA, Amount: $370,741, Property: 1008 Steamboat Valley Rd, Lyons, Filed: 09/07/10

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Times-Call / Home & Real Estate Weekly

September 18, 2010

OPEN HOUSE

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38-154776

Longmont

19-147799

Open Sat. 1-3

Open Sat & Sun. 11-6 1538 Venice Ln

1653 Alpine

51 East 21st Ave. Longmont

SW Longnont

$249,900

$245,831

5 bedroom 4 full baths-3900 sq ft finished.

Living -family-formal dinning and eat in kitchen on main level. IMMACULATE.

Low-Maintenance Townhome, 1,559 sq.ft. 2 Bed + Lofted Study, 3 Bath, 2 Car Attached Garage. Built Green, Energy Star Rated

www.LiveBoulderCreek.com • 303-502-5338

Dick Sherwin/RE/MAX Traditions • 303-523-3369

$132,000 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Built in 2000, Central Air Cond. End unit, garage too!

Peter Trost RE/MAX of Boulder 303-947-2300

Open Sat 1-4

Open Sat. 10-12

Open Sat. 12-3

363 W. Juneberry St

307 Widgeon Lane

1129 Chestnut Drive

Longmont

Milliken

Pat Kahler • RE/MAX Traditions • 303-589-5752

$325,000

38-154951

$188,500

Gorgeous 2-Sty w/ 3 Bd, 3 Ba & Full Bsmt. Custom Paint Finishes & New Flooring on Main Level. Nice Corner Lot w/ 29X17 Patio, Dog Run & Fruit Trees.

38-154774

Cory Dudley • Old Town Real Estate Co • (303) 776-4004

4 bedrooms, 3 Baths, Main Floor Study, 3 Car Garage, Large Garden and Yard

Longmont

$310,000

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503 Collyer Street

Historic Old Town Longmont

$379,000

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Peter Trost RE/MAX of Boulder 303-947-2300

4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms. Wonderful two story featuring a bright open floor plan, garden level basement and mature landscaping throughout.

Charles Souza • (303) 668-7007

Visit www.YourFrontRangeHOME.com to map your home tour SATURDAY OPEN HOUSES

SATURDAY OPEN HOUSES Price

Location

Address

Hours

Office

Phone

Longmont

1189 Twin Peaks

12-2

Keller Williams 1st Realty/

303-776-3200

$132,000

Longmont

51 E 21st.

1-3

Remax of Boulder/Trost

303-647-2300

Berthoud

110 Indiana Ave.

12-3

Keller Williams 1st Realty/

303-776-3200

$159,900

Longmont

209 Vivian St.

10-12

Remax Traditions/Kokenzie

303-775-1084

Longmont

1144 Chestnut Dr.

12-3

Keller Williams 1st Realty/Willson

303-776-3200

$169,900

Longmont

930 Buttonrock

12-2

ERA Tradewind/Carnahan

303-772-9620

Longmont

713 Clarendon Dr.

1:303:30

Keller Wiliams 1st Realty/ Wright

303-776-3200

$187,500

Longmont

1002 Lee Way

2-4

Keller Williams/McMillen

720-935-2469

$188,500

Milliken

363 W. Juneberry 1-4

Remax Traditions/Kahler

303-589-5752

$200,000

Longmont

1136 Venice

11:30-1

Remax Traditions/Mercier

303-775-0820

$219,000

Longmont

1321 Lincoln St.

11-1

ERA Tradewind/Crews

303-772-9620

$245,831

Longmont

1538 Venice Ln

11-6

Boulder Creek Builders

303-502-5338

$249,900

Longmont

1653 Alpine

12-3

Remax Traditions/Sherwin

303-523-3369

$249,900

Longmont

2413 Pennock

12-3

Barnard Agency/Bridgeman

303-776-9438

$249,900

Longmont

1502 Vivian St.

11-2

Challenge West Realty/Dietrich

303-513-3463

$310,000

Longmont

1129 Chestnut Dr. 12-3

Metro Brokers/Souza

303-668-7007

$325,000

Longmont

307 Widgeon St.

Remax of Boulder/Trost

303-947-2300

$375,000

Longmont

6521 St Vrain Rd. 11-2

ERA Tradewind/Crook

303-772-9620

$379,000

Longmont

503 Collyer St.

Appt.

Old Town Real Estate/Dudley

Longmont

245 Harvest St.

11-1

Longmont

2146 Collyer St.

Longmont

10700 Upper

SUNDAY OPEN HOUSES Price

Location

Hours Office

Phone

$232,500

Longmont 827 Snowberry

Address

11-1

720-841-7434

$237,000

Longmont 537 Cherrywood

1:30-4 Remax Alliance/Marose

303-817-9675

$245,831

Longmont 1538 Venice Ln.

11-6

Boulder Creek Builders

303-502-5538

$249,900

Longmont 2413 Pennock

12-2

Barnard Agency/Sloan

303-349-5999

$328,900

Frederick 5509 Mustang Dr. 1-3

ERA Tradewind/Archuleta

303-772-9620

$379,000

Longmont 503 Collyer St.

Infinity Group Realty

Appt. Old Town Real Estate/Dudley

303-776-4004

Longmont 713 Clarendon Dr. 11-1

Keller Williams 1st Realty/Wright 303-776-3200

Longmont 1144 Chestnut Dr. 11-1

Keller Williams 1st Realty/Wil-

303-776-3200

303-776-4004

Longmont 354 Grant St.

1-3

Keller Williams 1st Realty/Fox

303-776-3200

Keller Williams 1st Realty/

303-776-3200

Longmont 214 Collyer St.

1:30- Keller Williams 1st Reatly/Wright 303-776-3200

11-1

Keller Williams 1st Realty/

303-776-3200

Longmont 1189 Twin Peaks

2-4

11-1

Keller Williams 1st Realty/

303-776-3200

10-12

Keller Williams 1st Realty/Rusaw 303-776-3200

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