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Jessica Northrop Founding Agent of Compass Denver 303.525.0200 jessica@jessicanorthrop.com Compass is a licensed real estate broker and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of real estate brokerage.

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There's No Place Like Home “Home is where the heart is.” It’s a common phrase meaning that our homes are a central place in our lives—where we rest our heads, nourish our bodies and make fond memories with loved ones. It’s the epicenter of our worlds, where we start and end each day, and where we keep our most prized possessions. Home is family.

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The best thing about your home is it’s the only one exactly like it. Sure, your neigh-

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bors’ homes may have a similar style or paint color. But the way you decorate each

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room, the celebrations you host within your walls, even travel destinations can make a space a home. We agree that luxury is determined by your lifestyle, not a price point. Real estate expert Tim Clark, Vice President and managing broker of LIV Sotheby’s International Realty’s Castle Rock explains how he believes Castle Rock is one of the best commu-

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Jessica Northrop, Amanda Molitor CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Nick Lucey, Matthew Harlan, HomeAway

nities around that delivers luxury on all levels. How a home feels to each home owner is what makes it lavish to them. The secret’s out- Sugar Spoon Candies is more than meets the eye and when you walk in the doors it feels like home. Proprietors Allen Small and Gayle Gould sweetly foster our community with nostalgia of our "kid in a candy shop" memories. The rich history of the building being the home to our original postmistress is just one of many reasons this building is so special. You can't help but feel the positive energy take over

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

your body the minute you see families, friends and laughing children wrapped around

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

the building waiting in line for their $1 scoop of ice cream. Because everyone deserves

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

to be able to have an affordable treat! They believe the way to a successful business is

AD MANAGER Chad Jensen

not always in figuring out how to produce the highest profit but in slaying with sweet-

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ness and building a business the community is proud to support.

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Building wealth through investment properties is easier than you might think. We asked wealth guru and real estate professional Jessica Northrop from The Northrop Group to share some of her advise and tricks. Who doesn't want more money in their piggy bank? Jessica loves to help others grow and was happy to share some simple steps to help everyone get on a path to a more prosperous future. We hope this issue inspires you to appreciate the place you call home—both your personal dwelling, travel destinations and our shared community. Whether you’ve just moved or it’s a place your family has occupied for generations.

May you continue to find the beauty in your home and celebrate coming home at the

end of the day,

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MARCH 2020 FEATURES 16 Luxury is Determined by Lifestyle Consumers Are Searching for Homes that Help Them Live Their Best Lives

22 Slaying with Sweetness Proprietors Allen Small and Gayle Gould Sweetly Foster Our Community with Nostalgia of Our “Kid in a Candy Shop” Memories

28 Simple Steps to Property Investing Owning an Investment Property Can Be a Vehicle for Wealth Creation

34 Home Away from Home Vacation Your Way and Book a

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Good Times

Around Town

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22 Inspired By 28 Financial Buzz 30 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Travel Destination

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Night To Shine Prom Night 2020 The Town of Castle Rock in conjunction with Castle Oaks Covenant Church put on an unforgettable prom night experience for people of special needs 14 years and older.Â TheÂ Tim Tebow Foundation funds sponsorships to churches to host proms for the special needs community, called Night to Shine. This allows for a special place to celebrate the night away.

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Night To Shine( continued) The theme was The Frog and the Prince. The Douglas County Fairgrounds were transformed into a Disney fairy tale. The night brought out the best in all whom were involved. Night To Shine prom is a night for the community and churches to shine. For the volunteers and the honored guests to shine, and most importantly for God to Shine!

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Encore, formerly known as Festival Park Commons,

to Health Expo includes vendors working in the

is a proposed redevelopment of three lots Downtown,

health space and special guest speakers giving

just south of Town Hall. Construction began in fall

the message of help and hope. This year will also

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suffering from PTSD, art is a powerful tool that can help ease their pain. The Castle Rock Artist Cooperative is excited to launch our Veterans Art Therapy program, but we still need help from folks like you. With your support, we will enroll 10 veterans suffering from PTSD in our program, which will teach them a variety of art techniques over the course of six months. Please give today — and

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“Sure, there are homes on the market that stand out as

is what makes Castle Rock such a popular destination

luxury listings, however there are others that meet the luxury

for buyers looking for their own version of a luxury home,

criteria in an unconventional matter,” said Tim Clark, vice

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president and managing broker of LIV Sotheby’s International

In fact, according to LIV Sotheby’s International Realty’s

Realty’s Castle Rock office. “Plenty of consumers are looking

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for homes that align with their own values, priorities, and life-

real estate performance within Douglas County during

style goals. The homes that match these requirements may

2019 compared to 2018, this community in the South

be houses that are listed at lower price points but provide

Metro area saw some pretty encouraging increases in real

the buyers with better opportunities to achieve their dreams,

estate activity last year. In 2019, 2.9% more homes sold in

and that is what makes them luxurious.”

these neighborhoods than in 2018, which brings the total

Luxury isn’t always a price point, sometimes it is the

of listings sold to 41,051. Additionally, the average price for

experience that makes a home feel lavish. How easy or

single family homes grew slightly by 1.8%, making average

difficult, relaxing or complex a home makes one’s life can

price for a house in Douglas County $524,808 in 2019.

make or break a house’s extravagant status. Luckily for the

Buyers in search for the perfect Douglas County home

communities within Castle Rock, practically any buyer can

for them should consider which of the six luxury factors

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Many eager homebuyers looking for their dream home,

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at all price points, are showing interest in Castle Rock and

to shopping and dining might be better suited for them

other cities within Douglas County. The plentiful develop-

than a property on the outskirts of town. Good news for

ment of new neighborhoods, shopping centers, restaurants,

homeowners with centrally positioned homes, houses

and entertainment options within the area has caught the

with prime locations near shopping and convenience

eye of consumers interested in buying homes in towns that

stores tend to be valued at two to three percent higher,

can offer both urban conveniences and a sense of com-

according to a research paper from the University of

munity. Having this highly attractive balance of amenities

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THE SMELL OF WARM VANILLA AND FRESHLY BAKED COOKIES CAN BE TRACED DOWN PERRY AND THIRD STREET TO A QUAINT COTTAGE IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN CASTLE ROCK. If home is where the heart is, Gayle Gould and Allen Small foster this spirit with passion for their community every day at Sugar Spoon Candies. Locals are drawn into Sugar Spoon by the assortment of homemade chocolates, vintage sweets, and $1 a scoop ice-cream. The space overflows with delicious smells and buckets of goodies in every shade of the rainbow. Allen coined the term “subliminal comfort” to describe the indulgent sensory overload people experience when walking into the store. “People don’t always realize exactly what’s going on. They come in here and it feels happy and good. It takes away the frustrations and weights of the world for a moment. They’re experiencing subliminal comfort, Allen says. This atmosphere has historic roots. The building that houses Sugar Spoon housed the town postmistress in 1905, back when most of Castle Rock’s population and governing officials were localized downtown. Gayle and Allen even got their hands on the city’s bank safe from 1875- though now it holds chocolate coins rather than people’s life savings. Gayle and Allen share an entrepreneurial attitude. Before Sugar Spoon, the couple ran a snow cone business where they gave all of their product away for free. They believe that you make more money with generosity than greed, a truth that has proved itself in their business ventures. They swear that their five kids sometimes fancy them a little insane, as the couple still hashes out business ideas for everything from homemade lasagna to creating online listings for people’s unwanted items.

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Roughly two years ago, Gayle and Allen were relaxing over a cup of joe at Lost Coffee, a shop that is located across the

are dumbfounded that the community has entrusted so much personal information to them.

street of what is now Sugar Spoon. The building caught their

Sugar Spoon is not big. Gayle and Allen prepare all of their

eye, and Gayle offhandedly commented that it would make for

homemade candy, catering orders, coffee, and waffle cones in

a great candy store. After the weekend passed, Gayle asked

a 4x4 foot space behind the counter. The only seating options

to drive by “the candy store” again. Within the span of three

are two outside tables that become occupied rather quickly in

days from the time the idea of Sugar Spoon was conceived,

the summer and stay rather empty in the colder months. Allen

Gayle and Allen were having meetings about how to make it

says that doesn’t hinder people from sticking around, including

into a reality.

a man and his daughter who brought their own chairs and sat

“We started the business with a fire in our belly and no fear in our heart,” Gayle says.

inside for 45-minutes on a daddy-daughter date. Sugar Spoon’s small stature doesn’t bother them in terms

The couple didn’t know what they were getting into when

of workspace, but it has helped them identify a larger need.

they opened the store. The only piece of candy ‘equipment’

They recognize that there’s a need for more comfortable, gath-

they had in the beginning was a 350-piece container of Double

ering places in the Castle Rock community. The two have been

Bubble from Sams. They were also new to making candy, but

inspired to create a space where people can come together,

they learned quick. They still get catering requests for recipes

actually sit down, and get to know one another. Their dream

they’ve never made before- they just roll up their sleeves, con-

currently takes the form of a barbecue joint called Porkies.

sult the internet, and get creative. The couple was also emotionally unprepared for how they would come to love the Castle Rock community. The city started to feel so much like their home that they made the move from Littleton to Castle Rock in late January. Sugar Spoon has been a meeting place for Gayle and

They envision outside seating framed by a slew of twinkling cafe lights, summer concerts, and family style wooden tables so that large groups of people can commune together. “Can you see it? You’re sitting right here, chowing down on your half-rack of ribs and potatoes or macaroni, and we have events where people could just hang out in groves!” Allen says.

Allen, and they often feel like they’re on an episode of Cheers.

The couple was raising funds with the hope to open the

People come into the store and stand for hours, spilling out

restaurant in the old Bennington Mercantile, the store that

their stories.

served as downtown Castle Rock’s oldest operating business

“Some people have no outlet to talk. There are people

before it shut its doors in February. The Mercantile sold the

who are going through everything under the sun, and we

building to another prospect, but Gayle and Allen are still just

hear their stories,” Gayle says. “Instead of focusing on them

as motivated to create the dream stirring inside them.

issues,” Allen jumped in, “they can talk and have positivity injected into their life.”

With the enthusiasm of a kid on a sugar high, Gayle and Allen are hooked on making Castle Rock more of a home for its

There’s the woman who comes into the shop to process

residents. Whether it be through Porkies or something in the

her child’s depression. There’s the young and starry-eyed who

future, the dreamers will continue to dream up spaces based

come seeking business advice. And there’s the gentleman

on the values of generosity, community, and delicious food.

who came in every week for months to get Gayle and Allen’s

“Businesses genuinely caring about the people they’re

professional advice on his homemade toffee. It is evident

serving before the money they’re getting? That’s how you

that, while Gayle and Allen treasure all of their stories, they

change a city,” Allen says.

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tips to make our life easier and more

for an interactive and fun women's workshop! We'll learn and share productive, so we can focus on hav-

12 ST. PATRICK'S DAY KICK OFF

Astro Tap House, 3911 Ambrosia Street,

The PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak

ing more fun! Come share a night

Castle Rock CO 80109

Ave., Parker CO 80138

with other encouraging women

Hosted by our very own Castle Rock

Mary Poppins is the story of the

and leave with tips you can imple-

Fire Department Pipes & Drums!

Banks family who live on Cherry

ment immediately to gain some of

Please come jump start your Saint

Tree Lane in 20th century London.

your time back for the things that

Patrick’s weekend and join them for

The family is searching for a new

really matter! Contact; thisgreen-

some pipes, drums, and pints! They

nanny when a woman named Mary

grass.com for more information.

will have thier 2020 edition t-shirts

Poppins appears at their doorstep.

$30.00 per person and registration

for sale and boots making the rounds

Mary Poppins takes the kids on

required through Eventbrite.

for donations to the band! Can’t wait

memorable adventures introducing them to many fun and interesting characters along the way. As Mary cares for the kids, they, along with the parents, learn lessons that change their family in profound and meaningful ways. Come and

to see you all there!

6 STEVE LIPPIA IN SIMPLY SWINGIN’ WITH SINATRA AND FRIENDS Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075

13 MARCH MANIA AERIAL SHOW

AerialWorks Castle Rock, 1050 Topeka

experience the charm and magic

Commons Street, Lone Tree Co 80124

Way Unit I, Castle Rock, Colorado

that has made Mary Poppins a

The LTSO is thrilled to feature guest

80104, Castle Rock, United States

favorite for audiences of all ages.

artist and crooner Steve Lippia as

Come be inspired by AerialWorks

he joins the LTSO for a concert of

performers with their group pieces,

days gone by. Expect plenty of Frank

duets and solos. Watch aerialists

Sinatra tunes such as "My Way" and

dance on silks, trapeze, hoop, and

HAPPINESS & ORGANIZATION HACKS WOMEN'S WORKSHOP

"I've Got You Under My Skin." He has

more in this family-friendly, one

performed for hundreds of sold-out

hour variety show! Show at 6 pm

symphony audiences across North

and 8 pm. Doors open 30 min-

TBA

America. Be sure to buy your tickets

utes before the show Price: $15 in

Learn life hacks to save time and

well in advance!

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accompanied by pairings of deli-

WHISKY & SCOTCH TASTING FOR THE ST. PATRICK'S DAY SOPHISTICATE

Sessions, Scott Beach on bag-

cious gourmet and hearty appetizers. With the trifecta of Blackthorn pipe, and spirits, you just might

27 - 29 CASTLE ROCK SPRING HOME SHOW DOUGLAS COUNTY FAIR GROUNDS

Cherokee Ranch and Castle. 6113 n.

believe you are across the pond,

Daniels Park Road

tipping back a glass...Slainte'! Non-

"Castle Rock's Best Home Show".

Whisky & Scotch Tasting for The

reserved seating at group tables

The Castle Rock Spring Home Show

St. Patrick’s Day Sophisticate event

to encourage audience interaction.

is back March 27th - 29th, 2020 at

will be hosted from 7pm to mid-

Please contact us at 720-627-7173

the Douglas County Fairgrounds!

night. Imagine being perched high

with any questions. Please don’t

Get ready for spring with all the latest

above the world, imagine being

delay as this is always a sold out

in home improvement, remodeling,

beckoned by the sound of fiddlers

event. Reservations Include: Castle

design, outdoor living and more.

and pipes as you step inside a 92

Tour,

Appetizers,

Meet with local and national vendors

year old Scottish castle. Steeped in

Cash

Bar

wine

that can help you tackle any size

rich history, culture, and art, your

and beer for purchase Band, and

project! Free Admission & Parking,

evening commences with a tour of

Bagpiper. Please have dinner before

Children 12 & Under get in FREE,

the majestic castle. Back by popu-

the event, as the appetizers are not

Enjoy live demonstrations, food sam-

lar demand, Blackthorn Sessions

meant to be a substitute for dinner.

pling, contests/prizes and more from

with

Presentation, tastings,

a Celtic Comhaltas led by Eron Johnson roves through the castle throughout the evening.

Gather

with a limited number of fortunate guests as you settle in by candlelight inside the Great Hall for an ele-

Douglas County Fair Grounds

over 125 vendors.

19 TEEN LIBRARY COUNCIL

Philip S. Miller Library, 100 South

gant affair. Presenter, and Scottish/

Wilcox Street., Castle Rock 80104

Irish-Trained Bagpiper, Scott Beach

Teens earn community service hours

will engage all your senses with

planning events, recommending mate-

the art of Whisky & Scotch tasting.

rials and advocating for their peers

We are always accepting submissions

Scott's

presentation

in the library. All welcome! For more

for events you’d like to see included

will enlighten and entertain every-

information please contact Aylson

in our Calendar section. Submissions

one, from beginners to Whisky and

Thompson at 303-791-7323 or by email

are accepted via the Contact Us tab

Scotch aficionados. Tastings will be

at athompson@dclibraries.org

at LifestylePubs.com/CastleRock.

informative

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3131 East Palmer Divide Avenue $2,100,000 Elaine Stucy 720.881.5718 Karina Stevens 303.808.6863

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98 Crown Point Place $1,329,000 Wanda Ford 3720.320.8901

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7758 East Greenland Road $835,000 Elaine Stucy 720.881.5718

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2019 YEAR END MICRO REPORT

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