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Tips for first-time home buyers Article Resource Association

For many people, summer is synonymous with warm days, green landscapes and a more plentiful housing market. As kids take a break from the summer, for sale signs adorn lawns across the country. But given the current economy, does this mean that it’s a good time to buy for first-time home buyers? For Eric Wright, assistant director of admissions at Brown Mackie College – Louisville, who has more than 12 years of experience in the mortgage industry, the answer is yes. “It is probably the best time to buy or refinance ever,” he says. “It is a buyer’s market, and interest rates are the lowest they have been in history. Also, home buyers can receive an $8,000 tax credit this year if they purchase a home by Dec. 1, 2009.” Formerly a broker, banker and lender dealing with residential and commercial loans, Wright currently helps mainly friends and family members in meeting their financial needs. In addition to the low interest rates most mortgage lenders are currently offering, the affordability of homes is rising. The National Association of Realtors Housing Affordability Index reported a 13.6 percentage point increase to 166.8 in January, which according to the association, signifies a new record high. In simple terms, this means a single family earning nearly $60,000 annually could afford a home that costs $283,400 with a 20 percent down payment. A year ago, a single family with the same earnings and down payment could afford a $263,300 home. Low interest rates. Check. Affordable pricing. Check. That’s all grand, but how do you know if buying now is a good time for you? “If you are first-time home buyer who is planning on purchasing a home in the near future, the best advice I can give is to evaluate your financial situation,” Wright says. “Pull a credit report on yourself, calculate all

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your debt, know your liquid assets and have reserves, and expect a few extra monthly bills like homeowner dues, waste management and water.” Wright also conveyed that it’s important to know your debt-to-income ratio, as this is how an underwriter will determine your income qualifications. To get this number, add up your entire monthly outgoing bills and divide the total by your monthly gross income. The key is to be under 45 percent. Next step? Shop around. Wright advises to get at least three to five offers from lenders to compare interest rates and fees, and emphasizes that you should never pay any application fees. He also says it’s important to know what documents lenders require to help facilitate the approval process, including: • A full month of pay stubs • W-2s for the past two years. If you’re self employed, you’ll need to provide your tax returns in full. • Two months of bank statements • Two months of statements related to

your 401(k), savings or any other liquid savings account • If currently renting, proof of rental payments and landlord’s contact information The Federal Housing Administration insures loan products that benefit firsttime home buyers – many of which offer down payments as low as 3.5 percent of the purchase price. After meeting FHA credit qualifications, borrowers are eligible for 97 percent financing. The upfront mortgage insurance premium can be financed into the mortgage upfront. For more information on FHA programs, visit www.hud.gov/buying/ index.cfm. Whatever you decide, knowledge is the key to borrower protection, so here are some additional resources to help you get started: • U.S. Department of Housing & Development – www.hud.gov/offices /fheo/lending/index.cfm • National Association of Realtors – www.realtor.org/

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Home Decor

Good ways to use red Red is the color of passion, but if you’re too passionate about the color you may be seeing red (literally) in your home. “Red can go everywhere from cheery and happy to angry and aggressive,” says designer Don Raney of Civility Design (www.civilitydesign.com) in Chicago. “That’s what you’ve got to keep in mind when using red in a room. When is too much too much, and when is it not enough?” Raney and design partner Jaymes Richardson frequently use red as an accent color in their interior designs, in everything from lighting and candles to pillows and walls. “When you have accents of red it draws attention to other things you might not even notice in the room,” Richardson says. “The whole idea is to entice, intrigue (and) invite without clubbing you over the head and dragging you in.” If you have a favorite red shirt or often accessorize with a red bracelet, try adding a single piece of red artwork to your space. When it comes to red, less is often more: • Most of us don’t wear red from head-to-toe on a daily basis, so why do this to your walls? Consider how you wear red and translate your wardrobe to your room. • Painting your front door a high-gloss red can add eye-catching curb appeal and personality to the entrance of a home. • It takes only a small amount of saturated color to bring energy to an otherwise neutral palette. • Because red is such a hot color, painting your entire kitchen red is a surefire way to turn up the heat. But that’s where restraint comes in. Courtesy of Caren Baginski on HGTV.com

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On the Cover The appeal of Southwest design. See page 11. (Brian Smith/ Times-Call)

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Colorado Gardening

Get the buzz on Colony Collapse Disorder The onset of Colony Collapse DisorConrey says, because it’s likely to be a der caused widespread panic and an combination of factors instead of one outpouring of interest in the honeybee, problem. Topping the suspect list is pesa beloved provider of pollination and ticides, particularly neonicotinoid that sweet, sticky treats. Musings on its build up in beeswax, pollen and honey, cause included conspiracy theories, scieventually poisoning the hive. “We live ence fiction tales and wildly wacky in a toxic world,” says Conrey, who ideas. Research into it is still points out that beekeepers are ongoing, with many of the contributing to the pressure best minds in entomology on bees by treating hives for searching for answers. varroa mites, another deadly assassin. “We’re doing this to Several things have been ourselves.” ruled out, such as “the windshield effect,” (too many Nutrition also plays a key cars slamming into bees, role in colony decline as more making them road kill), or and more commercial beethe “cell phone effect,” keepers tap into the big monCarol O’Meara ey made moving hives to (where wireless signals disColorado State rupt ability to navigate). fields in different states for University Extension Thank goodness these were crop pollination. In Califordebunked; I can’t picture nia, the dollars earned by beepeople slaloming through swarms or keepers for almond pollination nets making tinfoil hats for bees. more in six weeks than the entire annual sales of honey nationwide. PollinaTo see how local bees are faring, I tion services nationally is estimated to checked in with Beth Conrey, president be a $15 billion dollar industry every of the Northern Colorado Beekeeper’s year. Association. Conrey cites a 28 percent loss of colonies across the United States, That’s a big temptation to move bees down from 35 percent the previous win- to groves and fields. But putting bees on ter, according to the American Bee Jour- a field of one crop makes for a poor diet. nal. “Imagine you had to eat nothing but chicken morning, noon and night,” says Fortunately, most beekeepers in Conrey. “How nutritious is that?” Northern Colorado reported normal hive loss this winter to Conrey in her To balance agriculture with apiculpoll of local members, although the Fort ture, scientists at SAFE R&D came up Collins area suffered greatly, losing more with MegaBee, a pollen substitute that than half their hives. “If you were a catreads like a weightlifter’s supplement: tle rancher or a wheat farmer, that much proteins, lipids, balanced amino acids loss would be devastating,” she says. and other nutrients. Soon bees will be “No business or farm can take a loss like buzzing into GNC stores to pick up a that.” power stack. Pinpointing the CCD is difficult, Possibilities for its success are good,

local beekeeper John Pohly of Berthoud reports. In testing the food on his bees, he noted that they loved it but cautions against use of it too soon in spring. “They think it’s pollen flow and swarm or the queens start laying eggs too early. So you have to start out using just a little,” he says. Colorado doesn’t have the huge fields of monoculture plantings, so our bees don’t see much in the way of poor nutrition, Conrey says. But what we do see is the wrong genetics. For years, Conrey got new queens from California, where pollination begins earlier in the year. As a result, the queens are hardwired to begin egg laying in February, which is too cold for survival in Colorado. Switching to local sources for queens has cured the prob-

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Home Improvement

Pay Attention to Lighting The reason paint stores have light boxes for you to test paint chips: • Natural daylight shows the truest color. • Incandescent lighting brings out warm tones and yellows. • Fluorescent lighting casts a sharp blue tone. So, a strong color might be too bright and overpowering when used on all walls or next to a large window, but it might be effective when used as an accent wall with indirect light. – Courtesy Barbara Jacobs, HGTV.com

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Forget about the living room. The kitchen is the social hub of a home. Today’s homeowners update their kitchens to reflect their personal tastes and add visual appeal their guests can enjoy when they entertain. But how do you get a custom look in your kitchen without the hefty price tag? “By adding just a few decorative accents, homeowners can not only create a customlooking kitchen, they can create a space that reflects a specific look – from Art Nouveau to French Neoclassical,” says Paul Radoy, manager of design services for Merillat, a cabinet company specializing in kitchen design. If you think updating your kitchen is out of your budget, here are some cost-effective renovation tips that can help you live the good life and entertain in a stylish kitchen that is a perfect reflection of your tastes.

Cabinetry Accents While there will always be a place for custom cabinetry, there are more sensible and affordable options. Cabinetry accents work to enhance any kitchen’s style with details such as feet, corbels, ornamental onlays and molding inserts. These decorative details can change the look of ordinary cabinetry into heirloom furniture, while allowing the homeowner to express their own personal style. In addition to cabinetry accents, many common cabinetry options can be creatively incorporated. Decorative hardware is one small detail that can make a big statement. Pulls and knobs can complement the cabinetry style, or they can be used to create a refreshing contrast. Add Color and Contrast Adding splashes of color is a great way to create a fun, vibrant look while keeping the kitchen functional. Try adding tile details like a colorful backsplash

behind the stove. Or, purchase fresh towels and accessories for your kitchen in a coordinated, colorful design. Using color as an accent on crown molding also adds a personal touch, while molding build-ups and dentil molding create intriguing visual effects. Cabinetry molding in a contrasting finish creates an entirely different look, and including under-cabinet molding can add even more personality to your kitchen.

Make it your Own Displaying decorative items is an easy way to add your own personal touch. Options like pigeon holes, plate racks and glass front cabinet doors can be used to display these special items. Things like porcelain collectibles, wine bottles or fine china are all types of decorative items that help create a personal space that sparks conversation with guests.

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Your home only gets one chance to make a first impression. With a little help from Mother Nature, you can demand a second look from passersby with a show-stopping front yard. “Every canvas needs to start fresh and clean,” says James A. Baggett, editor of Country Gardens Magazine. “So roll up your sleeves, stick your hands in the dirt and get ready to personalize your yard with color and style.” With a little ingenuity you can transform a ho-hum landscape into a real stunner with these simple tips.

First Things First You can’t enhance anything until you have a clean slate. So mow the lawn, get rid of the weeds, rake up and dispose of any leaves, edge the sidewalks and remove the grass growing between concrete seams and brick pavers. Prune the trees – especially the ones near or touching the roof – and add a layer of dark, natural mulch to any flower beds or under trees. Cover Up the Bald Spots Now you need to take a good look at your yard. How can you enhance your best features and minimize your worst? Here’s a great trick: Print photos in black and white and you'll easily see the problem areas. Determine what flaws” you want to fix. To update your

look, fill empty spaces and add interest to a drab corner or hide unsightly spots with colorful, ever-blooming plants like the popular shrub roses in The Knock Out family.

Put Out the Welcome Mat The entry garden is the most visible garden space and sets the mood for your entire home. Whether formal or relaxed, it should draw your eye toward the front door. Plant a pair of carefully pruned boxwoods on either side of the front door to add symmetry. Add a light fixture that matches the home’s exterior and shows your personal taste. Contain Yourself For those with minimal or no yard, or if you just want the elegance and ease of containers, pot up annuals and perennials around your entrance, mailbox or along the front walk. To have striking color year after year, use perennials for fistfuls of continuous blooms that help stretch your dollars. Yellow and red are hot colors this year so plant the newest Sunny Knock Out rose paired with your favorite red annuals to be in step with the latest trends. Express Yourself Decorate a garden with a favorite antique, treasured collectible or statue. Look for objects such as driftwood, rocks or even empty mailboxes to punctuate

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As green building and remodeling practices become standard procedure, the use of more natural light and passive ventilation is here to stay. Always high on homeowner remodeling wish lists, kitchens and bathrooms are logical candidates for daylighting and ventilation upgrades, according to Joe Patrick, senior product manager with Velux America. “They, along with laundry rooms, have higher moisture and humidity levels than other areas of the home and are among the most popular locations for venting skylights,” he says. “And more natural light is always welcomed where clothes are being sorted by color.” Patrick says that Energy Star-qualified skylights are being used to a greater degree in remodeling, as well as in new construction, for these applications that reduce energy bills. Consumers want their remodeling projects green, according to research by the National Association of Homebuilders. The U.S. Green Building Council cites a McGraw-Hill study detailing a growing market for green home building and green renovation, even amid a downturn in the housing market. Individual remodelers say their clients are expressing more interest in options and upgrades that address indoor air quality and energy efficiency.

Patrick points out that in addition to transforming living areas into brighter spaces, venting skylights use their natural chimney effect to passively exhaust volatile organic compounds through the natural movement of rising heated air. “And skylights offer much more privacy than vertical windows without taking up valuable wall space that can be used for decorating or storage, a real benefit in baths and other remodeling applications,” Patrick says. In areas where traditional skylights aren’t needed or won’t fit, Sun Tunnel tubular skylights can bring passive natural light into hallways, closets, smaller interior baths and other areas of the home. Less expensive in many cases than traditional skylights, they can be used extensively in areas of the home where a view to the outside is not required, but more natural light is desired. Optional light kits turn these units into 24-hour sources of light. Modern skylights make one of the biggest fears of homeowners, leaks, a thing of the past. “Quality units offer separate, pre-engineered flashing kits for shingles, tile or metal roofing materials,” Patrick says. “They are designed and engineered to prevent leaks over the full life of a roof and, properly installed, simply don’t leak.”

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Hydrangea needs sunlight By Joel M. Lerner

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Q: I have a large hydrangea that doesn’t get much direct sun. It produces one to six purple-blue blooms each year, though the plant is very large and looks healthy. What should I do to encourage more blooms, and when should I prune it? A: Your hydrangea needs to be moved into more sunlight, though plants will wilt if they are in full sun all day. Eastern exposure is best. A good time to transplant is

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before growth begins in late winter or early spring. Give the shrub enough space to mature. A big-leaf hydrangea could grow to be about 4 feet high and 6 feet wide. Prune after it flowers. Buds are formed on the previous season’s growth. The plant likes moist, well-drained soil high in organic material.

Antique News

Valuing an old painting By Helaine Fendelman and Joe Rosson Scripps Howard News Service

Dear Helaine and Joe: I have an old painting that has been in my family for many years. It is thought to be from the 1400s, but all I really know is that it came to this country from Venice sometime in the late 1800s. It is 38-by-47 inches. There is no signature, but I have been told it might have been cut from a larger painting to make it smaller. – D.C. Dear D.C.: It is of critical importance that we state before beginning that we cannot accurately appraise any painting from a photograph. Painting appraisals are intense research projects, and to produce reliable results, they require an in-person examination by a specialist in the field. However, we feel we can supply some information that D.C. might find helpful.

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We believe the scene may depict an expanded version of the “Flight into Egypt,” which is an event described in the Gospel of Matthew – Chapter 2, Verses 13 – 23. When King Herod heard that the “King of the Jews” had been born, he ordered that all the infants born in Bethlehem to be murdered to protect his throne. This painting appears to have serious condition problems. The right-hand side of the canvas looks to be in wrinkled condition, which means that the piece should be stretched onto its stretchers by a professional restoration expert. If this painting turns out to be a copy of an original masterpiece, its value should be in the $3,000 to $5,000 range. Helaine Fendelman and Joe Rosson are the authors of "Price It Yourself" (HarperResource, $19.95). Contact them at Treasures in Your Attic, P.O. Box 27540, Knoxville, TN. 37927. E-mail them at treasures@knology .net.

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3200 Cottonwood Ln $399,900 4.84 Acres in Berthoud. 4bed/3bath 2,323 fin sq ft 2880 sq ft outbuilding Amazing landscaping w/100+trees. The finest country living has to offer! Christine Torres 720-320-1405

6.36 Acre Horse Property $379,900 3232sqft 4bd 3ba Something for everyone room for big toys 4H animals 25x45 barn & loafing shed New paint in and out new septic large heated sun porch Christian Anderson 303.817.5934

4 Acre Building Site $349,000 Fantastic Mountain Views and a 5000 sq ft barn partially fenced and zoned AD. Bring all your animals and build your dream home. Susan Massey 720-371-1511

Custom Quality Finishes! $339,900 Built Green and quality throughout this ranch style 3 bedrooms, 2 bath patio home with beautiful landscaping and fenced yard. Cheryl Melichar 303.817.6163

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5425 WCR 32 #1 Open Sat 11-2 $55,000 1&2 bedroom 1&2 bath condos. 55+age restricted Lake & Mt.Views Lease purchase option available. A very quiet & serene setting Priced $57,040 - $88,771 Kurt Kohlbeck 303-517-3530

Buildable Lots $54,900 Great Selection of lots still available in NoName Creek Subdivision. Buy Lot now & Build your dream home. Close to Golf Courses, shopping & more. Lynn Stevenson 303-324-1891

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Maintenance costs do matter to trim the bushes, weed and There’s always something gowater the flowers, and get the ing wrong with my house. plant debris swept up. In the Yesterday, the microwave winter, he does snow removal. broke. Early in the morning, I Once a year, we seal coat our put my mug of water into the driveway. If we didn’t have vinyl microwave and when the time siding, we’d have to repaint the was up, I opened the door – and exterior of our house the microwave kept about every three to running. Yikes. five years (an easy deLast week, the cision after calculating garbage can track inthe cost of painting). side the cabinet Inside the house, broke and had to be we have to change all replaced. Earlier this kinds of filters and year, our refrigerator batteries, repaint stopped keeping rooms from time-tothings cold, so we had to replace that, as Ilyce Glink time, replace carpet Tribune Media Services and appliances when well. (Big surprise: they break, spray for replacing our refrigants in the spring, watch for erator actually cost less than leaking in the fall, and so on. what we paid for the original 10 years ago.) Our kitchen sink Our rental properties aren’t faucet broke, and we’re on the cost-free either. We’ve had good hunt for something that doesn’t tenants and bad, clean ones and cost more than $300. those who kept the place less than clean. Between each lease, The seal of the picture window in my office has broken and the apartments need painting. One tenant’s dog scratched up been replaced twice, as well. the hardwood floors in one of We’ve installed new gutters, and our units so badly we had to put heat wires on the roof to have the floorboards replaced help keep ice dams at bay. and the whole floor sanded and Did you know that your sealed. And although you tell smoke detectors only work for a tenants to change filters and batfew years before needing to be replaced? A couple of years back teries, and to take the lint out of the dryer, not all of them do – we were having irregular beepsome see that as a landlord’s job. ing of one of our smoke detectors. We called the manufacturer My point is simple: It’s expenand were told that we should sive to own and maintain propvacuum our detectors on a erty. Here’s what you can expect monthly basis. I don’t know any- to pay: body that goes around their • Mortgage, real estate taxes, home vacuuming smoke detechomeowner’s insurance premitors. Moreover, the manufacturum. Often called PITI (principal, er recommended replacing interest, taxes and insurance) for smoke detectors every five to 10 short, you’ll either pay it altoyears. In the 15 years we’ve lived gether each month (if you esin our house, we’ve replaced the crow for taxes and your insurwhole set at least three times. ance premium) or you’ll have to Then, there’s the ongoing write a monthly check for the house maintenance. mortgage, and an annual or seIn the summer, we have week- mi-annual check for taxes and insurance. These days, more ly – or semi-weekly, depending lenders require homeowner’s inon the amount of rain – landsurance on condominium purscaping chores. It takes my huschases, in addition to the insurband, Sam, about an hour to get the lawn mowed, plus extra time ance obtained by the condo-

minium association. • Homeowner’s association fees, co-op assessments, monthly maintenance fees. If you live in a condo, co-op, townhouse development or single-family subdivision, you’ll have some sort of fee you’ll have to pay regularly to cover the maintenance and expenses of the common areas. • Utilities. Gas, electricity, cable, satellite, Internet service, garbage removal, water and sewer (may be billed together or separately). Don’t forget to budget for septic system maintenance and repairs or hard water system maintenance and replacement of chemicals. • Repairs and maintenance of the exterior and interior of the property. This includes everything from window washing and tuckpointing to replacing appliances, carpet, batteries and filters. • Landscape care. Lawn and garden in warm weather months and snow removal in the winter (for those who get snow). The problem with not taking care of problems when they’re small is that they only get worse. My friend Alice has a country house about three hours from New York City. She didn’t know there was a tiny leak in the roof. By the time she figured it out, they had to replace almost an entire wall of the house. Bottom line: Home maintenance requires vigilance, and a wide-open checkbook. If you’re not ready for the responsibilities, think about renting instead. Ilyce R. Glink’s latest ebooks are “Divorce and Your Finances” and “The Clutter Collector: How to Get Rid of Clutter Everywhere In Your House,” which are available at her Web site, www.thinkglink.com. If you have questions, you can call her radio show at 800-972-8255 any Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. EST. You can also write to Real Estate Matters Syndicate, P.O. Box 366, Glencoe, IL 60022 or contact her through her Web site, www.thinkglink.com.

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Southwestern Design Getting back to nature

Story and Photos by Brian Smith Longmont Times-Call

Centered around bringing the earth indoors, southwestern interior design can help a room get back to its regional roots. “It’s all about getting back to nature,” says southwestern designer Bo Shaffer of Custom Cactus in Longmont. Southwestern design is typified by the “Santa Fe” look often found in pueblo and hacienda-style homes. From earth tones to terra cotta ceram-

ics and woven textures, this design trend can not only unify the surrounding outdoor environment in which Coloradans live, but also make for a peaceful and harmonious living environment. The term southwestern is often associated with many different styles, from the ancient Indian cultures that once lived here, to people who settled in the area from the east not long ago and Hispanic influences making their way north. The term also describes a way of living and a unique landscape that surrounds us.

Colors Mostly earth and sky tones, a southwestern design will use a balance of cactus greens, adobe reds and neutral hues that stem from the dirt, rocks and plants of the area. All the colors used in your design should not be intrusive to the eye, but agree with the look and feel of the natural environment.

Pottery, leather lamp shades, Navajo pattern fabrics and wooden accent pieces like this one, found at Marisol Imports in Boulder, can give your southwestern design a unique spin.

Textures One of the appeals to this style of design is the aesthetical value of having an interior with texture. According to Shaffer, the key to getting connected with the environment is being able to feel it. The touch of real wood accents, woven wool blankets, leather, stone and pottery connect us with the region. A Navajo woven wool rug, runner or even throw pillow cover can liven up a dull room. According to Shaffer, the geometrical designs found on many rugs and woven fabrics are universally appealing and “anybody, no matter what language they speak, can get the fung shui and artistic values from it.” Materials Choosing the correct materials for your southwestern space is essential to giving it an authentic feeling. Wooden furniture is often non-ornate and channels a simpler, organic feel. It is often polished or stained for a rustic, darker feel if the room calls for it. Other furniture can be painted, then sanded for a distressed look. Wrought iron is often used for lighting fixtures and wall decorations possibly cut in the iconic symbols of the south like the coyote, lizard or Kokopelli. Stone tiles can be used to accent various places in the home like a fireplace. Although glass was not typically used in traditional southwest design, an ornamental glass bowl filled with stones can make a great centerpiece. Accessories When accessorizing your southwestern space, it is important to find authentic artwork, plants and pieces from the area. Rugs hung from the wall can add a splash of color while art work such as sand paintings and pottery give the space an authentic feeling. Plants like cacti and succulents can help further the process of bringing the outdoors inside. Try placing small-to medium-sized cacti planted in ceramic bowls around the house. Ristras, strings of dried chili peppers,

Pottery, hand-made baskets and blankets like these found at Marisol Imports in Boulder, serve as great accent pieces in your southwestern design.

can also be hung from a ceiling or balcony to give the room a real southern flair. If you are decorating for the male taste, try hanging a “calavera de vaca” or cow skull. Calacas, or skeleton figures displayed in the Latino Day of the Dead holiday, can be a light-hearted touch.

Application There are several import stores, such as Marisol Imports in Boulder, that not only carry a wide variety of southwestern design elements, but can also give great advice if you are looking to get started decorating in the style. Shaffer suggests starting with what attracts you to the style and working your way out. Whether it is a Navajo rug or a colorful cactus, you can find complementary elements to complete the room. According to Shaffer, the most important thing however, is that you get something that isn’t so much what you think others will like, but what suits your tastes.

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FEATURED PROPERTIES UP TO $199,000 Only 40 minutes from Longmont/Boulder!

32 Peaceful Valley Road Older 3 bedroom cabin with a 240 sq.ft. sleeping loft and 15x6 screen porch. Most furniture and personal property is included. Close to hiking trails and horseback riding. A bargain at $159,900. Rick Corbin Re/Max Traditions, Inc. 303-772-3800 rick@rickcorbin.com www.rickcorbin.com

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To be built 3-bedroom, 2- bath, 1386 sq. ft. ranch w/unfinished basement! Oversized 3-car garage! Large lot with front landscaping! Buy today and pick your colors! (photo same model) Equal Housing Realtor

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PRICED TO SELL FAST @ 179,000! VERY FUNCTIONAL FLOOR PLAN WITH A FORMAL LIVING ROOM, LARGE FAMILY ROOM OPEN TO KITCHEN WITH ISLAND. 3 BEDROOMS UP PLUS A LOFT/ OFFICE AREA.

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3 Bed 2 Bath Ranch $199,500

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17567 Margil Road Great tri-level in Margil Farms. Nice deck overlooking open space. Lots of flowers & perennials. Close to park. Easy access to I-25 for commuting north or south. $199,900 Alyson Canepa Re/Max Traditions 303-912-4663 Alyson@AlysonSellsHomes.com www.AlysonSellsHomes.com

13632 Leyden Ct. / Thornton Nice, newer 2 story 3 bdrm, 2 bath plus loft/ study located on a culdesac. Huge Mstr. suite w/5 pc. bath, walk in closets, 9 ft. ceilings, kit. upgrades & much more. Good Condition! $199,900 Joe Current Remax Traditions 303-589-0033 allcurrent@yahoo.com

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400 Smith Cr. / Erie Open & bright 3 bdrm, 2 bath Townhome with lots of windows & 1 car attached garage with opener. Kitchen features hardwood floors, large pantry & gas range. Master bedroom has full master bath. $144,900 Joe Current Remax Traditions 303-589-0033 allcurrent@yahoo.com

$200,000 TO $299,000 Best Buy In Foxhill!

455 Greenwood Lane Great location in country club area. Located on 1/4 acre lot this 4 bedroom 3 bath home has a finished basement and approx. 2700 finished square feet. Quick possession is available. $279,900. Rick Corbin Re/Max Traditions, Inc. 303-772-3800 rick@rickcorbin.com www.rickcorbin.com

Huge Backyard and Great Schools!

2820 Humboldt Place Large home in desirable Hover Acres. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, heated 2 car garage, finished basement. RV/boat parking. No HOA. On Cul-desac. Easy commute! MLS#591779 $269,000 Jill Allington ReMax Traditions 720-323-4214 jill@jillallington.com www.JillAllington.com

OPEN HOUSE SAT 12 - 3 **NEW LISTING**

1100 Fall River Circle Wonderful 4 bdrm 3 ba plus loft. Open flr plan, wood floors in eat in kitchen & family rm, upstairs laundry, fenced corner lot. NO SHORT SALE OR FORECLOSURE! $244,500 Tracy Graham Re/Max Traditions Cell: 720-272-0183 tgraham162@msn.com

Eagle Valley 1/3 Acre

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4856 Kingbird

15701 N 83rd St Longmont

Beautiful family friendly floorplan, 3 bedrooms plus loft. 3 CAR GARAGE Culdesac location near path to park. $259,000 Investors welcome, tenants will stay.

Beautiful mountain view, buildable lot in Boulder County. 9.8 acres, nestled by the foothills northwest of Longmont. Rolling property, great potential for unique housing. 5 minute drive to Longmont.

Sue Haan RE/MAX Traditions 303-598-8036 Sue@SueHaan.com

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$300,000 TO $399,000 NEW LISTING IN SW LONGMONT!

3810 Florentine Circle, $285,000 Easy lifestyle--no yard work or snow removal here. Show home condition ranch w/ finished basement! Hardwood floors on main level except for laundry. Open floor! Gorgeous kitchen!Central air! Deck!

5412 Wolf St. / Frederick 5 level 2501 sq. ft. Melody home with 3 bdrms, 3 bath, & 2 car garage. Tile & wood finishes, Mstr. Suite w/ jetted tub. Lg fam. room w/ fireplace, huge yard & patio. Must see Beauty! $224,900 Denia Hannon Re/Max Traditions 303-772-3800 hannonteam@comcast.net

Privacy on End of Cul-De-Sac

1350 Horizon Lane - Longmont PRICE REDUCED to $265K!! This remodeled 4 bedroom home has many recent updates including finished bsmt, hardwood floors, new bathrooms, front deck, garage doors & furnace & a/c. Don Carpenter, Re/Max Traditions 303-772-3800 don@doncarpenter.com

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4 Purdue Court

2237 21ST. LONGMONT, CO

Ranch style home on low traffic cul-de-sac in Longmont Estates. 3 Bed, 3 Bath, 2 Car Att. Gar., 2557 +/- tot. sq. ft. Main flr. Laundry, Fam Rm. w/ gas fireplc.,Great priv. fenced bckyrd. $275,000

COUNTRY LIVING CLOSE TO THE CITY.ALL BRICK RANCH ON 1+ACRE,4 CAR GAR.3 BDR,2 BA, NEWER WINDOWS,WOOD FLOORS,A/C, ENCLOSED 13’X 24’ PATIO,WITH TILE FLOOR PLUS A HUGE OPEN PATIO,S/S AND MORE!!! $335,000 Mary Hattel-Goodwin RE/MAX Traditions 303 772 3800 EXT. 127 mary@maryhattelgoodwin.com WWW.MARYHATTELGOODWIN.COM

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FEATURED PROPERTIES $300,000 TO $399,000 $100k in Custom Upgrades

1753 Crestone Dr. Longmont 3 BR 4 BA 3 Car Stoney Ridge 2-story on fully fenced corner lot with exquisitely finished basement. Includes rec room with wet bar plus a family room with entertainment center as well. $389,900 John Ditges Re/Max Traditions (303) 931-3866 johnditges@remax.net www.johnditges.com

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1711 Lombardy St. Close to schools, major employers and 200 ft from park! Open kitchen with corian counters, oak flooring, main floor master suite, soaring ceilings, and beautifully landscaped. $397,000. Jim Danzl RE/MAX Traditions 303-775-0163 jimdanzl@gmail.com www.DanzlFamily.com

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14255 N. 83rd, Longmont, Co

9723 Schlagel Street

5 bdrms. 5 baths, 3 car gar, 4400 fin. sq. ft. 2 story finished bsmnt. Huge 1/3 acre lot, lg deck, 4 bdrms up stairs, main flr study/office. Fam. rm w/frplc w/soaring ceilings. $369,000

Cozy log home on 1.5 acres w/ 2 large outbuildings offering 1200 sq feet each. Separate office bldg, horse corral and lots of room for parking. Great exposure for home business.

Well maintained HORSE PROPERTY on .65 acre w/4 roomy bedrooms, fireplace, vinyl fence, A/C. Updated kitchen w/new appliances & cabs. District water & a well. COUNTRY LIVING CLOSE IN! $350,000 Alyson Canepa Re/Max Traditions 303-912-4663 Alyson@AlysonSellsHomes.com www.AlysonSellsHomes.com

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6882 Saddleback 4364 sq. ft.4 bedroom, 3 bath, 4 car garage .5 acre. MASTER SUITE with fireplace, bath with fireplace, office, formal dining room. Terrific kitchen family room with fireplace. TRADE SMALLER HOME. John Ditges Re/Max Traditions (303) 931-3866 johnditges@remax.net

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2333 Tyrrhenian Dr Longmont Beautiful home on the 4th Fairway at Ute Creek Golf Course. This home has many elegant features, which include golf course & mountain views, beautiful landscaping. Shown by Appointment. Kim R Johnson The Global Real Estate Network 303.746.6307 Kim@InvestInColorado.com InvestInColorado.com

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Pristine condition, one of a kind location! 17X12 screened porch overlooks lake and permanent open space. Well appointed 5 bed, 4 bath, 3647 Sq.Ft. Remodeled Kitchen, large finished basement. $539,000

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12729 Anhawa Avenue Huge colonial style home on 3.35 acres. 5 bedrooms plus large studio over the garage. 4 fireplaces, mostly finished walk-out basement, lots of outbuildings incl. 45x60 warehouse w/2 overhead doors. $899,000

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2964 Center Ridge Ranch style home with fantastic mountain views. Walk out bsmt, top of the line finishes, state of the art movie theatre & 4 car garage. Possible trade. $1,275,000 Steve Conder Re/Max Traditions 303-772-3800 sconder@rmi.net

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Small-size homes

Lawns do a world of good Article Resource Association

Imagine life without grass. No green lawns with kids playing outdoors, no soft cushion for your bare feet on a hot summer day, and less greenery to clean the air we breathe. Perhaps we take for granted all the great eco-benefits a well-fed, lush lawn provides for us. Yet lawns still get a bad rap because of the assumed negative effects on the environment. Let’s face it; a well-cared-for lawn is better for you, your family and the environment. For starters, growing green plants is the best thing you can do to clean the air. And grass is better than other plants at removing carbon and other impurities from the atmosphere. Through the process of photosynthesis, grass takes carbon from the air and stores it in the ground. Ongoing studies at The Ohio State University indicate that as a result of this natural process, your well-cared for lawn removes and stores twice the amount of

carbon from the air in a year than a tree can in 10. The stored carbon then helps build rich organic matter in the soil that helps purify water and gives grass a fertile base to thrive. Thriving lawns keep enriching the soil by providing a home for beneficial micro-organisms and insects. These good critters eat nature’s leftovers and recycle nutrients back into the soil. They also pollinate plants and serve as food for other animals, making grass an important part of nature’s cycle. And did you know that summertime air temperatures above lawns can be up to 30 degrees cooler than

above paved areas? Grass is like a natural air conditioner that cools the air as it releases water vapor through its blades. The water evaporates and draws heat, cooling the air in the process. As a result, lawns are a safer surface for children to play on and provide the cool comfort we desire on hot days. “Homeowners are hearing conflicting messages about lawns and the environment, and as the authority on lawn care, we recognize our responsibility to give them the information they need to make informed decisions,” says Rich Shank, chief environmental officer for ScottsMiracle-Gro.

Home Improvement

Garage door adds the lipstick on your home’s facade Article Resource Association

Smaller is apparently better in the minds of many home buyers looking for the right deal in the prolonged decline of the housing market. What’s more, it looks like simple is better too, as more homeowners are focusing on simpler exterior elements with an emphasis on durability and sustainability, according to the American Institute of Architects’ recent quarterly Home Design Trends Survey. One thing that hasn’t changed, however, is consumers’ desire to maintain or create the highest resale value for their homes. Going hand-inhand with that is the real estate

mantra of curb appeal. So despite an interest in simpler exterior furnishings, consumers don’t want to diminish the overall attractiveness of their home. One aspect of a home’s appearance that is often overlooked, but shouldn’t be, is the garage door. Take

a look at some homes next time you are out and about. You may be surprised to discover that two of the most prominent elements are the garage door (or doors) and the roof. Garage doors are now available in a wide range of styles, colors and materials to complement any home’s architectural style. In recent years, garage door companies have increased their selection of steel doors that are attractive yet durable and are more affordable than wood doors. For example, Amarr Garage Doors offers steel carriage house doors that look like wood carriage house doors but are lighter and require less maintenance.

Tired of hearing how bad the economy is? Well, some people are doing something about it. They are getting smaller houses. According to the American Institute of Architects, there is a demand for less living space and, overall, the demand for smaller-sized homes has increased. In addition to smaller homes, some are opting for lower ceilings. Now there’s a change. The soaring two-story ceilings were all the rage for many years – and rightly so, as the look and feel were grandiose. The problem is heating and air-conditioning all that empty space. The truth is, the large homes and high-volume living spaces have become unaffordable for many. Here’s another trend that has emerged as a desire in this terrible economy. There is interest in home improvements such as finished basements and attics. Perhaps basements in Florida aren’t such a good idea, but in a good part of the rest of the country, they are. Same goes for attics. Actually, there was a survey taken by the AIA in the first quarter of 2009 that revealed the desire for smaller homes and finished basements and attics. The survey focused specifically on home layout and use, and those surveyed were architects. According to Kermit Baker of the AIA, “As the housing boom has passed, there seems to be a renewed interest in investing in properties to make homes more livable, as opposed to real estate that can be resold quickly for a profit.” I guess flipping houses is out. Now the problem seems to be selling that big home so a smaller one can be purchased. Good luck with that. Of course, there is still the aging of America, so there are other interests and concerns for homeowners. Improved accessibility to enable a homeowner to remain in his home as he ages is a big point for both owner and buyer. Checking that survey again, 63 percent of surveyed architects reported increased inquiries for in-home accessibility features. This could mean tubs and showers that are easier to get in and out of. It could also mean railings on steps in rooms that are called sunken, such as two steps down into a living room. Forty-nine percent said access into and out of homes was a top concern for homeowners. Too many steps to get in the door is not considered accessible, but a couple of steps that might later fit a ramp is more likable. They also reported an interest in open layouts as opposed to rooms separated by walls. Freedom of movement from one room to the other is the concern here. Taking the survey outside for a breath of fresh air, the architects discovered interest in outdoor living elements. Good landscaping, particularly low-maintenance landscaping, ranked high – 67 percent; outdoor living space ranked 60 percent and blended indoor/ outdoor living got a 51 percent client approval/desirable rate. Well, now you know what to buy if you’re buying. Good luck with the selling first. – Rosemary Sadez Friedmann, Scripps Howard News Service

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Home Improvement

Water saving fixtures By Ed Del Grande HGTVPro.com

I believe the urgent issue right now is not building new cars that can save more gas, but updating our present homes to save more water. Ask anyone who lives in places like Atlanta, parts of Texas, and many areas out west about what it feels like to tighten the belt on the amount of water we can use in our homes, and you’ll realize water shortages are real and happening right now nationwide. With that in mind, I put together my list of five water-saving plumbing fixtures. 1. Install a “PRV” (pressure-reducing valve) on your main water line. A home will work fine with water pressure in the range of 35psi. However, many homes are unknowingly using water pressure more than 70psi. Have your plumber check your water pressure and, if needed, have a PRV installed and save water as well as your pipes. 2. Install performance showerheads. Standard showerheads use about 2.5 gpm (gallons per minute), and perfor-

mance showerheads use about 1.75 gpm. That’s a savings of about 30 percent for all your showering water, and with the new performance pressure head design you’ll probably not even realize you’re saving all that water. 3. Install a “HET” (high-efficiency toilet) with the Environmental Protection Agency water sense label. More than 40 percent of us are still using older toilets that flush with about 3.5 gallons per flush. New high-efficiency toilets use less than 1.3 gpf by using flushing systems like Class 6 technology. The EPA water sense shows that the HET was tested for maximum flushing power while saving thousands of gallons of water a year over older toilets. 4. Install a re-circulating hot-water system. Just like the hotels, new residential re-circulating hot-water kits work with your present hot-water tank to deliver hot water quickly to showers and faucets. It will help stop the waste of all that cold water down the drain while you wait for the hot water to kick in.

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5. Install water-saving faucets. By dropping the gallons used per minute from about 2.2 gpm to about 1.5 gpm, new redesigned faucets are also saving about 30 percent of your faucet water without sacrificing good pressure. Some kitchen faucets also have special built-in filtered-water taps that allow you to make your own bottled water. If you do even one of these projects,

not only will you see your own water and sewer bills go down, but you’ll be able to help out the environment without even leaving the comfort of your own home. Master Contractor/Plumber Ed Del Grande is known internationally as the author of the book “Ed Del Grande’s House Call” and for hosting TV shows on Scripps Networks and HGTVPro.com. For information, visit eddelgrande.com or write eddelgrande @hgtvpro.com. 29-130411

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2 Bedrooms, 3 Bath, Bright and Open Home in Longmont. Mountain Views and Backs to Common Area. $229,000 Call Pat Connett 303-684-6305

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• 4 bd/5 ba/3016 sf • $307,500/Lngmt • 303-909-5475 Great Two Story W/ Open Floor Plan

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• 3 bd/3 ba/1558 sf • $207,000/Lousvl • 303-684-6335 Wonderful W. Louisville Townhome

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July 25, 2009

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Aspen Meadows 70-21st • 303-485-5232

$699$743 $730$810

$400

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

$835$840

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

$650$795

$250

1, 2

1, 1¾

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

$805$1075

$125

1, 2

Yes

Full SIze in each apartment

Yes

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

Grandview Meadows Apartments 620 Grandview Meadows Dr. 303-684-7556

$615$1195

$300$375

1, 2, 3

Yes

(50 lbs & Under)

Yes

Spacious floorplans, free cable, 24hr fitness, pool, hot tub, garages available, quiet neighborhood, close to shopping.

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

*$705$1200

$100 $200 $300

1,2,& 3 Studios

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

(& 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 Tanglewood Adult Rental Condominiums 100 21st Ave., Longmont, CO 80501 303-774-0300 Circle at Sunset 240 Sunset Dr., Longmont, CO 80501 303-772-0611 Circle at Lake Shore Apartments 3226 Lake Pkwy, Longmont 303-651-6221

1-2

1, 2

6 mo

Yes

1, 1¾, Mo. to Mo. 2 1, 2

Yes (Short Term Avail.)

Yes

1,2,3

Yes

Yes Yes

Yes

$149

3-bdrm. townhomes

Yes

$580$945

Yes

1, 2, 3

1, 2

Yes

Pets Neg.

Yes

$789$1239

$200

1, 2, 3

1, 2

(Short Term Avail.)

Yes

(65 lbs limit)

Seniors 62 & Better, Planned social and recreation activities. All utilities paid. Call for our specials.

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.

Yes

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

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

Yes

$1135$1500

1, 2

Yes

Some

Yes

N/A

$675$799

$200

1,2

Yes

Hot tub, swimming pool, granite bar tops, stainless appliances

$670$960

$99

1&2 bd lofts, Yes 2x2

Yes

Hot tub, swimming pool, granite bar tops, stainless appliances, vinyl wood flooring

If you are interested in placing an ad on this grid, call Classified at 303-776-7440. Copy change deadline for this grid is Tuesday by 2 p.m.

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Home Garden

Garden walls were made for planting By Lee Reich The Associated Press

Let’s plant a stone wall. If only that were as simple as dropping a row of pebbles in the ground, stepping back and waiting a few weeks or months for a wall to appear. But, of course, what I mean is to grow plants in a stone wall. The nooks and crannies in any unmortared stone wall cry out for a bit of

decoration. So much so that, without any helping hand, plants – too often weeds – frequently insinuate themselves into such walls here and there. Stone walls do a great job of defining the landscape with their mass and lines; plants soften and decorate these walls.

Climate Change Nooks and crannies in a stone wall can have microclimates quite different

Stone walls do a great job of defining the landscape with their mass and lines; plants soften and decorate these walls. (AP/Lee Reich)

from the rest of your yard. For one thing, the soil in the wall usually drains off water extremely well. And temperatures are a bit different, the stone itself shading plant roots but absorbing and retaining heat to modulate temperature swings in the air nearby. Microclimates vary, depending on a wall’s exposure. North and east walls stay cool even in summer, while south and west walls bake.

Walls are a Great Background The hard part is building a wall; the easy part is finding plants for it. The best plants for walls are those that enjoy dryish soils. As far as looks, the best wall plants are those with relatively small leaves and flowers. And if the plants trail or drape, so much the better; foliage and flowers can drip like water from planted crevices. The neutral grays and browns of stones provide ideal backdrops for setting off any color flower. A list of wall plants might include lavender, sea pink, lavender-flowered aubrietia, pink or white maiden pink, and purple flowered thyme. A couple of natives that should do as well in built walls as they do in natural rock crevices are Dutchman’s breeches and wild columbine. Both are dainty plants with flowers that call for the close, individual attention they’ll get

Home Improvement

Scale down to live large in small spaces Article Resource Association

Many people are looking for smaller homes for a variety of reasons. For most, there has been a philosophical shift, considering a move to a smaller living space less of a downsizing and more of a right-sizing decision. The small-spaces movement is largely spurred by three distinct groups: • The 80 million-strong Generation Y, the so-called “millennials,” want to live in exciting urban settings and consider smaller living spaces a good way to enter the real estate

market they desire. Urban lofts and modern condos are big hits in cities of all sizes. • Aging baby boomers are selling their larger homes and trading them for more convenient patio homes, one or two bedroom homes or condos in communities where shared fees pay for property and landscape maintenance. • Those affected by the declining real estate market are looking to build or buy smaller homes. In early 2008, the average size home being built was 2,629 square feet. By mid-2008, it had shrunk to 2,438, accord-

ing to the U.S. Census Bureau. “Regardless of why a consumer decides to live in a smaller space, there is no reason to lose upscale features in the furnishings within that space – especially appliances,” says Marc Hottenroth, industrial design leader for GE Consumer & Industrial. “There are many appliance selections that are perfect for those moving to a smaller home or condo,” says Hottenroth. Undercounter refrigerators with wine reserves, beverage centers and ice makers are a perfect fit.

poking from a wall. With some plants, it is their leaves, rather than their flowers, that earn them a backdrop of stone. An obvious choice here is hens-and-chicks; its fat whorls of succulent leaves multiply to tightly pack any cranny into which it is planted. Rock cress not only has downy leaves, but is covered with fragrant white flowers in early summer.

Wall Control Some plants that self-seed too aggressively “on the flat” are kept suitably in tow on a wall. Chamomile – although lovely with its ferny, lime green foliage and cheery white daisy flowers – is one such plant, as is forget-me-not, an especially fecund annual. Snow-in-summer is a perennial that does not self-seed, but quickly blankets the ground with its creeping stems, which lope down from nook to nook in a stone wall. Walls pretty much take care of the plants they house, but the plants do need occasional tidying. Most of the plants mentioned look better if they’re cut back after a flush of flowers. This cutting not only keeps them more compact, but sometimes encourages another flush of blossoms. Another point of maintenance is the base of the wall. Sure, you could weed-whip the grass that presses up against the stones, but you can avoid this by planting the base of the wall, too.

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2 Bedroom Apartments

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OLD Town Longmont, 1 bdrm apt, upstairs in older converted house. $550 incl heat/wtr. No dogs, N/S. 303-774-9356 or 303-776-7156

ROOMS & Apartments Weekly/Monthly, from $100/week. Utililties included. (303)931-7108

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Condos/ Townhouses

1500 SF, 2 BDRM, 1.5 ba, A/C, W/D hkup. 6ft fncd yd, gar. Energy effic, full unfin bsmt. Water paid. $900. Avail Aug 1. 1726 Cambridge Dr. W of Hover. (303)651-3599.

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Condos/ Townhouses

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● 6866 COUNTRYSIDENiwot, 1st floor unit, frpl, W/D, patio, cat nego. $900/mo. Call Pennant Investments, (303)447-8988

LUXURY Town Home apt, 2 bdrm, 1.5 ba, 1 att gar, encl crtyd w/ flagstone surface, granite tops, Pergo flrs, built-in desk/ofc, extra lg mstr bdrm, frpl, lndry Airport/Nelson rm w/ w/d, walking dis2 BDRM Townhouse A/C, 2 BDRM/loft, 2.5 ba, crtyd, tance to shopping @ 17th & W/D, gar, sm yard, $795/ 2 car, W/D, AC, N/P. Hover. $850 303-344-1382 mo, 1 yr lease. 303-772-5078 $1150/mo. 303-929-3518

Houses

1330 17TH AVE- Sunny 4 bdrm, 2 ba, top flr, views!

0740B MARTIN- Large clean 2 bdrm on park, 2 car

3 BDRM, 1. 5 BA, NW, avail Aug 1, new carpet/paint, 2 car, shade, dog nego, N/S, $1095. Lv msg, 303-530-1273

CLEAN FAMILY HOME3 bdrm, 2 bath, 2 car gar, patio. Avail early August. N/P/S. $1150 + util. Call Dawn, (303)651-6321 or (303)709-9723

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● 10677 DURANGO PL Off of 119 & CR 7-1/2. 3 bdrm, 2 bath, garage. Pets nego. $1100/month. Call Pennant (303)447-8988

1778 ANTERO, lg 3 bdrm, 2.5 ba, 1 car gar, frplc, W/D hkup, yd, swamp cooler. 1$295 + Utils. Charming $925 Dottie 303-682-8802 Victorian! Elegant 3BR/ 2BA updated IN Berthoud. • 1850 EMERY, 2 bdrm, Wd flrs, vintage dtls, huge 1 ba, carport. N/P. $675/mo deck. DW, gas range. RMG RE, (303)772-4466. 1012 Venice, cute 1 bdrm w/ Amazing yard. 303-810-0069 stackable w/d, fncd, alley access & off st prkg, small • 2030 COLLYER, 2 bdrm, ● 1548 BOWEN- 3 bdrm, 2 pet OK. $660 Jensen RE, 1 ba, remodeled kitchen, bath Ranch w/finished 303-776-2539 or 720-939-1934 W/D hkups, offstreet park- basement, W/D, large fenced yard, 2 car garage, ing, no pets. $700/mo ● 12 KODIAK CTRMG Realty (303)772-4466 corner lot, pets nego. $1200. 4 bdrm, 2 bath, 2 car gar, Avail July 1st. Pennant sunroom, pets nego. $1350. Investments, (303)447-8988 Call Pennant, (303)447-8988 * 1739 COREY ST3 bdrm, 1 bath, 1 car gar, fenced. Pets nego. $975/mo. 2 BDRM, 1 ba, off st Call Bill (303)776-0684 pkng, 1533 Lashley, $625 2 BD, 1 ba, fncd yd, off 1800 SF- beautiful cnty setst pkng, 2121 15th, $625 ting! 3 bdrm, 2 ba. Avail 2 BD, 1 ba, FP, fncd yd, 8/1/09. $1050. 720-233-3708 gar, 3737 Findlay, $5625 3 BD, 1.5 ba, garage, $1990, Spacious 3000 sf in W/D hk, 1080 SF, 1341 Erie, views, backs to park, Emery, $825 4 bdrm, 3.5 ba. 303-520-2781 Alert Realty 303-776-5156

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3 BDRM, 1 ba, in Old Town, avail 8/10. Sprkr sys, hardwood flrs, N/S, small pet COZY COTTAGE on horse nego. 1111 8th Ave. $1050/ farm north of Longmont. 2 bdrm/ 1 bath, wood stove. mo + dep. 720-352-2999 Call 303-775-4074. 3 BDRM, 2.5 ba, 2 car, 1500 CUTE 1 BDRM Cottage Sq Ft. 10661 Upper Ridge $550/mo. Off st parking. Rd. $1200. 970-405-2607 Avail now. (303)931-4011 ● 3 BDRM, 2.5 bath, fncd, FOR RENT - 3 bdrm, 2.5 RV pkng, single gar w/ opener, refurb inside/out. ba, 3 car. $1500. Pets Nego. Call (303)902-6186 $1250/$1250 ● 3 BDRM, 1 ba, fncd, single gar, $900/$900 ● 3 BDRM, 1.5 Frederick / Firestone • 730 Carbondale- Apt $550 bath, double gar, fncd, • 5844 Canyon Way $1000/$1000. (303)772-5516 3 BDRM, 2 ba, 1036 S. Pratt Pkwy- wd flrs, lg fncd yd. $1050+ utils. 303-772-6608

● 6866 COUNTRYSIDENiwot, 1st floor unit, frpl, W/D, patio, cat nego. $900/mo. Call Pennant Investments, (303)447-8988 $825, 2 BDRM, 1 BA duplex, 1 car gar . Lg fenced back yard, lg kitchen & living rm, new carpet, new paint, year lse, 224 E. St. Claire, call BVRE 303-444-4333

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BERTHOUD , 2 bdrm, 1 ba, w/d hkup, 1 car, well-maint, patio. Pets nego, N/S. $800 + utils & dep. 303-776-4241

3 BDRM, 2 BATH sunny Victorian at 506 Kimbark. $1290/month. Available August 1st. (303)682-1777

HORSE PROPERTY 3 bdrm, 2 ba, on 3 acres. Call for more details PMP, 303-776-RENT.

3 BDRM, 3 Ba, Frederick, liv rm w/ frplc, 2 car gar, A/C, $1250/mo. 303-776-9525

IN JOHNSTOWN, newer 3 bdrm ranch, 2 car gar, Avail now. Sr. Discount. $1100/mo. (970)371-7195

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4 BDRM, 2 BA, GAR, 2 BDRM, 1 BA, beautiful, CLEAN! A/C, sprnklr sys. Old Town. Gar, fncd yd, 2213 Tulip St. $1195/mo. w/d, n/s/p $925 303-682-5985 $1195/dep. 303-775-0206 3000 SF tri-level, No lgmnt, 4 BDRM, 2 car, NE 3 bdrm, 2+ other rms, Longmont, mature $1350 unfurn or $1650 furneighborhood. $1250/$1250 nished. (720)690-0470 Avail July 18th. 303-772-2912 3/2 tri, den, FP, office, fncd yd, 2 car, school 1 block. 4 BDRM, 3 BA + OFC, N/S/P. $1250. (303)776-5283 2200sf, Southmoor, close to Burlington Schl. $1300/mo. Owner broker. 303-522-8312

3 BD, 1.75 ba, dbl gar, fncd, 1738 Linden, $1075 3 BD, 1.75 ba, dbl gar, evap cooler, BBQ, 925 Bragg, $1095 3 BD, 1.75 ba, 2Xgar, extras, sauna, 1516 Kempton $1150 3 BD, 2 BA, 3xGar, 1/4 acre lot, 1820SF, 1303 Monarch, $1250 Alert Realty 303-776-5156

• 5757 Canyon Cirlce • 10239 Barron GREAT DEALS!! Call PMP, 303-776-RENT.

• 3 BDRM, 2 BA, 2049 Estes GREAT VALUE, 4 bdrm, $850, • 4 bdrm, 3 ba, 3 car, 1 ba, wd hkups, shed, fncd, SW Lgmt, $1795 303-772-0442 sm pet OK $995 303-581-9239

3 BDRM, fncd yard, all appls. Pets. $950/month. 2209 SANTA FE, I-25/Hwy 52. (303)833-2425. 3 BDRM, 1509 sqft, Avail Aug 1, $1295 (303)440-8200 3 BEDROOM, 3 bath, 2 car 2 BDRM, 1 BA, W/D, gar, like new, Old Town, N/S/P. ● 2213 COLLYER- 4 bdrm garage, Tri-level located $745 inc wtr 303-485-0711. 2 ba, frpl, fncd yd, 2 car across from Twin Peaks gar, pets nego. $1400/mo. golf course. $1200/month. Call Pennant, (303)447-8988 1 year lease. Call Sandy of 2 BDRM, GAS FRPL, W/D KW Realty @ 303-746-0345. hkups, full unfin bsmnt, gar, refrig, DW, 415 LONGVIEW $825/mo. 720-628-7275 3 BDRM,1954 sqft, Avail June 1st, $1650 303-440-8200 2 BD, 1 ba, gar, nr I-25, fncd, 10699 Butte, $995 2 BDRM remodeled bsmnt 4 & 5 BEDROOM HOMES! 3 BD, 1.75 bath, gar, pet unit, 123 E. Saint Clair, • 1751 Atwood • 411 Verdant W/D, DW, 3⁄4 ba. $575/mo + neg, 1542 Lamplhtr, $925 • 1737 Little Bear 3 BD, 1.5 ba, dbl gar, yd, utils /dep, N/P. 303-774-7501 • 3377 Larkspur 2115 Hackberry, $1045 Call PMP, 303-776-RENT 3 BD, 1.5 ba, frpl, gar, 3 BDRM, 2 BA, fncd, 2043 Sumac, $1045 4 BDRM, 2 ba, fncd yd, cov W/D, DW, 15th & CentenAlert Realty 303-776-5156 patio, 1 car gar, fin bsmt. nial $825 (303)651-2881 S Lgmt. $1195, (303)772-5510

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CONDOS FOR RENT SHERMAN & HOLLY, gar. $900. (720)338-9635 1700 FT, A/C. Sec 8. $1100. • 1314 So Emery, Longmont, 3 bdrm, 2 ba, Avail 8/1. 303-530-2818. • 1601 Great Western 1600 sq ft, frpl, W/D hkup, ”0“ APP fee, very clean • 640 Gooseberry cvrd prkg, No Smk/pets, 5 bdrm, 2 ba, fncd yd, new ● 16 EMERY WAY• 2204 Watersong $900 + dep. 303-204-4539 paint & carpet, $1250 4 bdrm, 2 bath duplex in • 975 Reynolds Farm Lane 619 Hubbard, 720-338-9635 3 BDRM, 2 BA, att 1 car in Lgmt. Available now. Call PMP, 303-776-RENT. crisp cond. Quiet, safe. All $1000/mo. Pets nego.

applc, A/C. 1013 Alta St 1 BDRM, 1 ba, off st pkng, N/S, no cats. $895/$895 dep FOX MEADOWS no stairs, pool, BBQ, 225 E 303-918-5050 Great 2 bdrm, 2 bath, frpl, 8th. $650. Alert 303-776-5156 W/D hookup, vaulted ceilings, *Upgraded 0 APP FEE- 2 bdrm, A/C. 3 BDRM Townhome, 1364 appliances & finishes. Pets & Sec 8 ok, gar, fncd 2 BDRM, 1 ba, off st pkng, SF, W/D hkup, 2 ba, $250 Reserved parking, pool. yd, nice area, $850. pool, BBQ, 225 E 8th, $650 dep, $1050/mo. 888-837-4912 $900+ Utils. Valentiner & (303)918-4748. Jeff 303-746-0467 Associates. (303)443-9342.

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4 BDRM, 3 ba, SW Loveland, no pets/ smoking, $1250, 970 290-5935 4 BDRM + office, 1.5 ba, fncd yd, 805 Hubbard. $1050/mo. 720-363-7249 • 638 PRATT- 2 bdrm, 1 car gar, fncd yd. $900/mo. RMG Realty (303)772-446

DUPLEXES! • 31 Denver Way • 1453 & 1459 Lamplighter 664 TIMOTHY DR • 1219 9th Ave 4 bdrm, 2.5 ba, 3000+sf, • 1013 Harmon 2400 sf fin, 3 car gar. Avail • 346 Colony • 810 Apple Ct immed. $1795 303-772-0442 • 1961 Meadow 3 BD HOUSE BARGAINS! Call PMP for more details, • 7150 WCR 1 • 1973 Carr $99 MOVE-IN SPECIAL! 303-776-RENT. 4 bdrm, 2 bath home • 1415 Sunset • 10 Meredith located in Berthoud • 1240 Meadow GREAT LOC! 2 bdrm, 1 ba, ✓✓Rent or Rent-to-Own Some with MIS W/D hkups, off st pkng, sm (970)310-3855. Call TODAY! pet ok. $675. (303)581-9239 leasecolorado.com PMP, 303-776-RENT.

NW Lgmt, 3 bdrm, 2 ba, 2 car gar, A/C, N/P/S. $1100/$1100. (303)435-6269

PROFESSIONAL style neighborhood at 2201 Creekside Dr, Longmont. Located in hi-tech corridor, Niwot Schools. Fully furnished 3 bdrm sales model w/ all the extras. 1 year lease, immed occupancy, $2,200/mo. 949-280-4823 Remodeled 2 bdrm, 1 ba, house in Old Town. 2 people max, N/S, N/P. $800/mo, $1500 dep. 303-776-7670

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Office Space 1 Berthoud 800 sf. Office/ Retail, $1100/mo. & 800 sf. warehouse, $400/mo. A/C. Incl. util´s. Great downtown location. 303-870-8872 335 SQ FT in downtown Berthoud. $500/mo + dep. Available now. 970-532-2652. 4 ROOM office w/ kitch, bath w/ shower, 1100 sf, $600 210 So Main. 303-859-0787

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Office Space 500 to 2500 SQFT or individual offices avail. Good traffic exposure. 303-523-3369 518-SF, 710-SF, or 1228SF, ground floor office space available in professional office building in North Longmont. Call PML Inc for more info, (303)772-5934.

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1 BDRM $425/mo. Share PIZZA/ITALIAN FOOD ba w/1. Share quiet house Make an offer for this w/3. Utils incl. 303-523-3195 charming little restaurant. All equipment, reasonable 2 UNFURN rooms w/pvt lease, good location. ba, share kitch, new mobile Call Kirk at 970-506-2935. home, quiet by river. Fem, RE/MAX Alliance. N/S, prof, must love my cat. $400. (303)530-1100

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2032 Red Cloud Road All you need, furn bdrm, Open Sun 7/26 1-3pm 52” TV in den, w/d, utils pd. Visit this immaculate 3 M 40+ n/s $475, 303-833-0841 bdrm home in Stoney Ridge 4 Wet Station Salon For Myriam Johnson 303-448-3511 LARGE Bedroom In 3 bdrm, house. $550 + 1/3 S a l e , i n s e t t i n g o r separately, 970-214-9555 utils. Call (303)746-3218. M/F SHARE home, LG bsmt room $400/mo inc utils + $200 dep 303-776-6677

GOOD LOCATION 4 single spaces, AC/utils paid, priv pkng. 303-746-0528 OFFICE SPACE For Rent Holistic wellness center. (720)280-9047 PROFESSIONAL Offices N. Longmont. Single & 3 ofc suite. All grnd lvl, 2 entrances, great prkg. 303-956-1141

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N/S Fem to share mobil home in Firestone. Own bdrm/ba. $375 303-772-8197 NW Lgmnt, share house w/ one, furn, master bed & ba. $450+utils 720-301-5913

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Wanted To Rent OLDER Couple needs to rent a wheelchair access sm house, TH or duplex. With sm pets. 303-776-5769

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360 MARTIN ST. A little elbow grease will turn this property into a gem! Some remodel is complete. 3 Bdrms, 2 Baths, Finished basement, 2 Car Garage and a GREAT price! Perfect Project Home for the Handyman! $144,900.

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• Adult Pk, 2 bdrm $8,900 •2 bd/1.5 ba D-W, $14,900. Cntysd Vlg #253 303-682-9141

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

New carpet and paint have already been done for you in this stunning 2 BR / 2BA ranch in Popular Raspberry Hill. Full Unfinished bsmnt. for future expansion. Located on quiet cul-de-sac near I-25 for the morning commute. Only $234,900. Better Hurry!!

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11785 Pleasant View Rdg SAT 10-1 • $399,900 Gorgeous 3 bdrm, 3 ba, 5,874 sq ft ranch. Dir: E on Hwy 119, left Cnty Rd 5.5, left Pearl Howlett, right Beasley, right Pleasant View. Jan Marose ReMax 303-817-9675

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Spaces from $250/mo. Receptionist services, kitchen, copier, fax and T1 internet service. Spaces from single offices to 2,500 SQ FT.

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712 JUDSON ST OPEN SATURDAY, 11-1 Charming 2 bdrm, 2 ba bungalow in Old Town Sunday, 1-3 Lgmt Appraised at $313K in ´07. Short sale $250,000 . Ann 2115 RANGEVIEW LANE 5 bdrm, 3 ba, all brick Napier, 303-775-5234 CBRB ranch, walk-out bmsnt on 1/2 ac in middle of town. Water rights avail, big ✭Enjoy the Central Air✭ sunrm. $410,000. Collette Coyle-Speidel, (303)507-8955 In this Nice 4 bdrm, 2 ba w/ 2 car detached, 1 car attached garage. $217,950

Rural Property COUNTRY Living- 4 bdrm, 2 ba farmhouse on lush 35 acres, $1295. 303-823-5225

255 WEAVER PARK CLASS “A” second floor office space for lease or sale. Common area, conference room, elevator, mountain views. 1 yr Free Rent!

2 BDRM, 2 full bath, gar, handicap assist. NW Corner 17th & Pace. $185K. (720)300-9044

AG zoned acreage home PROF´L or STUDENTsites. NO CCRs/HOA/ All new pvt furn lower NO SUBDIVISION. level, 1900 SF lux suite, Jacuzzi, huge office w/ Farm animals ok. Water/ utilities in road. 3 mi to built-ins & wireless, enterLgmt in Weld County. tain room + workout room. Lovely! S Lgmt. Utils incl. 10 acres $299,900. Smaller/ larger acreage avail. $700/mo. (303)678-9595 Call Flo Lutz (303)775-2151 Respon, M/F, W. side, 2 rooms, great area, glf course, W/D, kit. $325 & $425+1/3 utils. 303-775-1144.

1 BDRM AVAILABLE in a 3 bdrm, 2 bath home in Longmont. Avail now. $450/month inclu utils. 303-956-0326

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Longmont • Maria & Vytas Rauba from CCS Development LLC, 13049 Woodridge Dr, Longmont, $800,000, home • Brian & Amanda Hogan from Citibank Na Trustee, 2217 Medford St, Longmont, $244,900, home • Megan & Kerry Paterson from Household Finance Corp Ii, 1145 Holly Ave, Longmont, $178,500, home • Carole & Sol Stern from Markel Homes Construction, 9260 Shooting Star Ct, Longmont, $1,680,000, home • Lori Campbell-Miller from Ernest G & June M Molinar, 9460 Mitchell Ct, Longmont, $525,000, home • Micah & Natalie Orsinger from US Bank National Association, 1335 Wilkerson Way, Longmont, $171,900, home • Edward & Katie Burns from Charles H Barnett, 7123 Dry Creek Ct, Longmont, $537,000, home • Jeffrey & Michelle Calareso from Fannie Mae, 1609 Adkinson Ave, Longmont, $195,000, home • Peter & Julie Wehrly from Hestia Homes LLC, 8674 Monte Vista Ave, Longmont, $1,850,000, home • Charles & Nancy Mervar from Paul G & Glynda S Stutzma, 15400 Mossrock Ct, Longmont, $220,000, home • Stephanie Ryan from Boulder Creek Blue Vista, 1263 Hummingbird Cir Unit A, Longmont, $215,900, condo • Jason & Bonnie Hancock from Adam M Cave, 818 S Terry St Unit 81, Longmont, $164,000, condo • Audro Berkovic from A Grant & Linda K Christe, 1304 S Lincoln St, Longmont, $204,000, home • Burgess Freeman from Constance Rode Craig, 4103 Frederick Cir, Longmont, $365,000, home • Barbara Abelenda from Mar Ce & Tracee L Deanton, 750 8th Ave, Longmont, $185,000, home • Brian George from Healy Colcannon Living Trust, 1601 Great Western Dr Unit E1,

Longmont, $145,000, condo • Brian & Melanie Mcdonald from David C & Pamela L Iannaz, 1360 S Terry St, Longmont, $221,000, home • Josi & Evan Turner from Kathleen L & David H Illi, 1554 Mayfield Ln, Longmont, $240,000, home • Lisa Swanton from Carolyn L McKenna, 1344 Grant St, Longmont, $204,000, home • David & Vicky Austin from Barbara J Pol, 1008 Yeager Dr, Longmont, $175,000, home • Toni Ortiz from Rosalyn & Kenneth Schulte, 1514 Gay St, Longmont, $189,000, home • William & Sandra Renner from Gregory A & Catherine A S, 1833 Lochmore Dr, Longmont, $270,000, home • Dana Henkle from Amanda H & Judith R Spear, 640 Gooseberry Dr Unit 508, Longmont, $182,500, condo • Adriana Sundstrom from Joseph A & Nancy L Warren, 1306 Cedarwood Dr, Longmont, $212,000, home • Charles & Angela Buscemi from Dagan M White, 647 Bross St, Longmont, $257,000, home • Shane Milne from Benjamin T Woods, 14 5th Ave, Longmont, $174,500, home • David & Nora Street from Henry Braly, 5000 Bella Vista Dr, Longmont, $417,500, home • Michael Burgio from Feature Homes Inc, 3480 Cottonwood Cir, Longmont, $350,000, home • Daniel & Lynn Godfrey from Stephen Edward & Gina Reb, 1514 S Vivian St, Longmont, $190,000, home

• Melissa Hoyer from Wisecup Living Trust, 1389 Washburn St, Erie, $380,000, home • Carrie Fowler from Engle Homes James Co Banker, 125 Jackson Ln, Erie, $206,500, home • David & Elizabeth Vernon from Jonathan D & Aimee F Bray, 1946 Lodgepole Dr, Erie, $372,500, home • Pamela Piekarski from Deutsche Bk Natl Trust Co, 3382 County Road 16, Erie, $218,900, home • Harvey Blair from Shawn & Christine Feldman, 3267 State Highway 52, Erie, $198,500, home • Francis & Leslie Dove from Scott M & Stacey L Laidig, 893 Quintana Ln, Erie, $370,000, home • Dustin Lovell from VRC Devl LLC, 1450 Blue Sky Way Unit 12-304, Erie, $135,000, condo • Paul Shaw from Kevin Geminiuc, 675 Starkey Ct, Erie, $272,900, home • Gokul Purushothaman from Engle Homes James Co Banker, 127 S McGregor Cir, Erie, $202,900, home • Jedediah & Alison Cross from Morrison Homes Colo Inc, 1014 Mircos St, Erie, $296,400, home • Matthew & Danielle Goettsche from Morrison Homes Colo Inc, 80 Rivera Ct, Erie, $425,100, home • Dana Smith from Marc & Jami S Slater, 1653 Harris Ct, Erie, $580,000, home • Sharon Ellis from Wendy Watts, 155 Jackson Ln, Erie, $177,000, home

Berthoud • Matthew & Emily Vande from Ramon Herrera, 120 E Turner Ave, Berthoud, $183,000, home • Brian Hershman from Daniel L Hershman, 3250 Rotor Way, Berthoud, $360,000, home

Estes Park • Julie Garner from Richard H Jr & Janice Lyn, 507 Birch Ave, Estes Park, $131,200, home • Ralph & Beth Sherrill from Jan M Bateswithers, 340 Saddleback Ln, Estes Park, $364,000, home • Thomas & Donna Chapel from Donna & Donna Brister Okt, 111 Wiest Dr Unit E, Estes Park, $285,000, condo • Todd Nelson from Beaudon LLC, 355 Windance Rd, Estes Park, $675,000, home • Richard & Caryl Heersink from Marylou Mattke, 1229

Erie • Darin & Marguerite Lampson from Melody Homes Inc, 1463 Serene Dr, Erie, $399,900, home • Betsy Bennett from Standard Pacific Colo Inc, 1145 Mircos St, Erie, $337,400, home

Brook Dr, Estes Park, $279,500, home • Matthew Krumme from River Bend More LLC, 1019 Sutton Ln, Estes Park, $385,000, home • Frederick Moore from Robert L & Evelyn J Tippe, 1025 Prospect Park Dr, Estes Park, $350,000, home

Firestone • Kenneth & Mable Harris from Derek T & Danielle L Hinz, 312 Granville Ave, Firestone, $101,000, home • Cory & Stacica Hoople from Invest In Allied Mtg LLC, 10206 Foxfire St, Firestone, $425,500, home • Scott & Suk Pastor from Todd & Darcy Kruse, 5846 Sparrow Ave, Firestone, $285,000, home • Curtis & Jennifer Ranweiler from John L Alcorn, 10572 Cimmarron St, Firestone, $265,000, home • Kelly Garcia from William L & Eupriceni Elk, 421 Hart St, Firestone, $165,000, home • Ryan Adams from Christian S Lee, 6140 Sparrow Ave, Firestone, $215,000, home • Robert & Loyce Ochsner from Morgan Stanley MSAC 2007, 10261 Eastview St, Firestone, $223,000, home Fort Lupton • Scott Shafer from Brent E Helmke, 902 Pacific Pl, Fort Lupton, $75,200, home • Luis Rocha from Nationstar Mtg LLC, 717 Beth Ave, Fort Lupton, $130,000, home • James & Charlot Austin from Bertha A Nunez, 16115 County Road 10, Fort Lupton, $390,400, home Frederick • Barbara Moore from Patricia M & Peter J Douc, 5727 Hickory Cir, Frederick, $215,200, home • Sean & Melissa Lewerke from Lawrence D & Shawna L How, 7243 Prairie Cir, Frederick, $205,800, home Lyons • Andrew & Holly McKamey from Bank New York, 83 Big John Rd, Lyons, $189,000, home Platteville • Brandon & Amanda Shupe

from Plumb Constr Inc, 207 Buck Rake Blvd, Platteville, $204,000, home • George Cook from Michael D & Allison Hanna, 16496 Badminton Rd S, Platteville, $275,000, home

Foreclosures – notice of election and demand • Borrower: Barbara & Todd Schooley, Lender: US Bank National Association, Amount: $184,474, Property: 2117 N County Road 13, Berthoud, Filed: 07/13/09 • Borrower: Lavern & Julianne Martin, Lender: National City Bank, Amount: $208,437, Property: 301 E Colorado Ave, Berthoud, Filed: 07/14/09 • Borrower: Bob & Cindy Lutz, Lender: Aurora Loan Services LLC, Amount: $338,000, Property: 17188 County Road 5, Berthoud, Filed: 07/10/09 • Borrower: Jose & Maria Garcia, Lender: Aurora Loan Services LLC, Amount: $159,656, Property: 1065 Sunrise Cir, Dacono, Filed: 07/10/09 • Borrower: Justin & Suzette Kelley, Lender: Wells Fargo Bank NA, Amount: $196,062, Property: 1136 Glen Creighton Dr, Dacono, Filed: 07/14/09 • Borrower: Primpaje & Timothy Ethington, Lender: Wells Fargo Bank NA, Amount: $317,539, Property: 1967 Alpine Dr, Erie, Filed: 07/09/09 • Borrower: Kristy Roberts, Lender: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, Amount: $437,311, Property: 1970 Lodgepole Dr, Erie, Filed: 07/10/09 • Borrower: Cheryl Sommers, Lender: BAC Home Loans Servicing LP FKA, Amount: $157,262, Property: 145 Wells St, Erie, Filed: 07/13/09 • Borrower: Timothy & Lynda Befus, Lender: JPMorgan Chase Bank National Assoc, Amount: $239,028, Property: 11364 Deerfield Dr, Firestone, Filed: 07/09/09 • Borrower: Shannon Schaefer, Lender: Citimortgage Inc, Amount: $185,931, Property: 124 Adams Way, Firestone, Filed: 07/14/09

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July 25, 2009

30-130028

This Weekend’s

Open Sun 1-4

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Open Houses

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SATURDAY, JULY 18TH, 2009

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PHONE

$55,000

Mead

5425 WCR 32 #1

11-2

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$189,900 Longmont 1014 Atwood St.

11-1

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$207,000 Louisville 315 Pheasant Run

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11-1

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$259,900 Longmont 3610 Kenyon Ln.

1-3

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$272,900 Longmont 524 Rider Ridge Dr.

1-4

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$275,000 Longmont 1528 Spencer

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$275,000 Longmont 4 Purdue Ct.

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$288,000 Longmont 1623 Red Mountain Dr. 1-3

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$289,900 Longmont 715 Nelson Park Dr.

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$299,900 Longmont 12896 Waterbury Dr.

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$307,500 Longmont 566 E 116th Ave.

12-3

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2032 Red Cloud Rd.

1-3

$307,500 Longmont 845 Hillside Ct.

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$349,900

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1275 Carolina Ave.

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2-4

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$349,900 Longmont 1275 Carolina Ave.

10-1

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$399,900

Berthoud

3200 Cottonwood Ln. 3-5

Coldwell Banker Residential/Torres 303-772-7478

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303-817-9675

$410,000

Longmont

2115 Rangeview Ln.

1-3

Speidel/Coyle

303-507-8955

$399,900 Longmont 11785 Pleasant View Ridge 10-1

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PHONE

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$429,900 Mead

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$1,399,000 Lighthouse Cove 9845 Shoreline Dr.

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303-709-6990

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17635 Silver Fox Ct.

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3505 Vale View Ln.

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