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Mortgage rates reach 8%, a first since 2000

By Andrew Dehan Bankrate.com (TNS)

The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate touched 8% on Thursday, according to Bankrate data, a level not seen since the year 2000.

Over the past several weeks, the 30-year rate has been on the cusp of 8%, backed off, then picked up steam again — a confounding pattern somewhat atypical of this time of year, when home sales and mortgage activity begin to slow.

Why mortgage rates are so high

lower rates, and many buyers aren’t purchasing because of higher rates and prices, compounded by limited choices on the market.

Home sales were down by 2% year-over-year in September, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR).

“As has been the case throughout this year, limited inventory and low housing affordability continue to hamper home sales,” says Lawrence Yun, NAR chief economist. “The Federal Many mortgage lenders have been quoting rates Reserve simply cannot keep raising interest rates in light higher than 8 percent, even as they’ve struggled of softening inflation and to drum up business for much of this year.

(Photo: Dreamstime/TNS). weakening job gains.”

There are several variables that have prompted the 30-year rate’s march toward 8%: • The 10-year Treasury yield: The rates on fixed-rate mortgages are tied to the yield on 10-year Treasury notes. When this bond yield goes up, so do mortgage rates, with a margin. In general, higher yields signal confidence in the economy. If investors foresee trouble, they’ll buy lower-risk Treasurys, which drives down yields and, in turn, fixed mortgage rates. Against that grain, the yield has risen rapidly as of late, inching toward 5% as of Oct. 19, due partly to economic uncertainty and the Israel-Hamas war.

• The Federal Reserve: The Federal Reserve sets the federal funds rate, the rate at which banks loan to each other overnight to maintain Fed reserve requirements. While this rate isn’t directly linked to the 30-year mortgage, when the Fed raises it, borrowing costs across the board rise. The central bank has been increasing this rate for some time to control inflation.

• Inflation: Inflation can buffet mortgage rates up or down, and lately it’s the latter. When inflation is too high, investors demand higher bond yields, which pressures mortgage pricing overall. (Your lender, on the other hand, might price loans lower

to attract borrowers coping with elevated expenses.) The September Consumer Price Index came in at 3.7%, above the Federal Reserve’s target of 2%.

The interplay between these factors has brought on a surge in the 10-year Treasury, along with mortgage rates at 23-year highs.

“Typically when global events are uncertain and tumultuous, as what’s taking place in the Middle East, money flows into bonds and rates are a beneficiary,” says James Sahnger of Jupiter, Florida-based C2 Financial Corporation. “Today though, inflation has not shown signs of pulling back and continued excess spending in Washington is not helping. For rates to start showing some relief, we will have to see sustainable declines in economic data.”

Of course, some borrowers were already receiving rates above 8%, depending on factors like their credit score and finances, location and loan type. As of Thursday morning, Bank of America, Pennymac, Rocket Mortgage and others were advertising APRs higher than 8%, some even over 8.5%.

Americans recently cited high mortgage rates, rather than high home prices, as the No. 1 reason to hold off on buying a home, according to Fannie Mae’s Home Purchase Sentiment Index.

Indeed, many homeowners aren’t selling because they’re locked in at

Have mortgage rates hit their peak?

The average monthly payment on a 30-year mortgage has increased substantially in the last two years.

While home prices have been out of reach for many for some time, mortgage rates only began rising in 2022, following a period of rockbottom rates during the pandemic.

Now at 8%, the average monthly payment has increased to $2,806 based on the latest reported median home price — a 91% increase over 2021.

Is 8% the ceiling, though? Some forecasters are calling for rates to decrease by year-end. The Mortgage Bankers Association currently expects the 30-year rate to land at 7.2%, up from an estimate of 6.6% a month ago. Fannie Mae researchers predict 7.3%.

“I never call tops or bottoms except to say that if we haven’t seen the top, we are very close to it,” says Joel Naroff, president of New Jerseybased Naroff Economics.

“Rates will eventually come down, but I don’t see it happening without some serious Fed intervention,” says Sean Salter, associate professor of Finance at Middle Tennessee State University. “Rates will continue to rise until there’s a significant reason to change the market’s mind.” ©2023 Bankrate.com. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.Visit Bankrate online at bankrate.com.

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Wondering if home prices will drop in the Denver metro area?

Understanding home price momentum is critical whether you’re considering buying or selling a home.

Even after years of home price TOM increases in KALINSKI much of the nation, the pricing direction is not always up.

Case in point: CoreLogic’s nationwide Home Price Index (HPI) dropped to an 11-year low in the spring of 2023 and remained near an 11-year low in June. With a home price increase of only 1.6%, it appeared that appreciation could be bottoming out.

But August data shows that price appreciation may again be regaining momentum. While some states in the West posted annual home price losses in August, a lack of homes for sale continues to provide backpressure, likely keeping prices in Western states from declining.

The Denver metro area is one example. In June 2023, year-overyear prices declined 2.6% versus June 2022. Yet the August 2023 year-over-year comparison reversed with a .5% home price increase in the Denver metro, according to the CoreLogic HPI Forecast.

CoreLogic Chief Economist Selma Hepp says, “Price growth is in line with typical seasonal averages, reflecting strong demand bolstered by a healthy labor market,

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strong wage growth and supporting demographic trends. Still, with a slower buying season ahead and the surging cost of homeownership, additional monthly price gains may taper off.”

Overall, CoreLogic reported that home prices across the U.S. increased year over year by 3.7% in August 2023 compared with August 2022, tracking directly in line with July’s 3.7% year-over-year price increase. Housing markets in New England are heating up, with New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont and Rhode Island seeing the most significant year-over-year price gains in August. Miami again posted the largest growth at 8.3% year over year. But Arizona, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New York, Texas, Utah and Washington saw annual declines in home prices in July.

On a month-over-month basis, home prices increased by 0.3% in August 2023 compared with July

2023. That’s compared with a 1.6% year-over-year increase just one month earlier and a .5% increase in June 2023 compared to May 2023.

The CoreLogic HPI Forecast indicates that home prices from August 2023 to August 2024 will grow year-over-year by 3.4%.

Below is a look at home price changes in large U.S. metros in August, with Miami again posting the most significant gain at 8.3% year over year.

Miami — up 8.3% Chicago — up 5.1% San Diego — up 4.3% Washington D.C. — up 4.1% Boston — up 3.7% Houston — up 1.4% Los Angeles — up 1.3% Denver — up .5% Phoenix — down 1.9% Las Vegas — down 2.9% For buyers and sellers, navigating

a shifting market is challenging, making reliance on local market expertise even more critical. While prices remain high, the increase has slowed, relieving some pressure on buyers yet providing the confidence that the Denver metro area market is holding its value.

The CoreLogic HPI provides measures for multiple market segments, referred to as tiers, based on property type, price, time between sales, loan type (conforming vs. non-conforming) and distressed sales. Broad national coverage, including non-disclosure states, is available from the national level to the ZIP Code.

Updated monthly, the index is the fastest home-price valuation information in the industry— complete home-price index datasets five weeks after month’s end. The Index is completely refreshed each month—all pricing history from 1976 to the current month—to provide the most up-to-date, accurate indication of home-price movements available.

Read the articles at https://www. corelogic.com/intelligence/us-homeprice-insights-august-2023/ and https://www.corelogic.com/ intelligence/us-home-price-insightsoctober-2023.

Tom Kalinski is the broker/owner of RE/MAX of Boulder. He has a 40-year background in commercial and residential real estate.

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Living in under 500 square feet: Is a tiny home right for you?

Here’s how to find out

By Kaitlyn Keegan Tribune News Service (TNS)

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an you imagine yourself living in under 500 square feet? For many, tiny living gives them the opportunity to travel, pare down their belongings and save money. Especially since the pandemic, tiny living has taken off, offering a budget-friendly way to live with the freedom for adventure.

Tiny living isn’t for everyone and the attitude that drew people toward it is slowly changing as the pandemic ends and people get back to their “normal.” According to interior designer Kellie Burke of Kellie Burke Interiors in West Hartford, Connecticut, many people are going back to large entertaining spaces in their homes.

“I’m not seeing anyone wanting to live in small spaces anymore. They like a downsize, but they want the downsize to feel large and have lots of storage,” Burke said. “We love creating small spaces with big impact.

People can’t believe how much easier it is to make a full design come together on a budget in a smaller home; much less to purchase and cover.”

However, for some, the tiny living movement is still alive and well.

There are some things to consider before going tiny to see if it’s the right step for you.

“With rent prices rising, tiny homes present an increasingly affordable long-term housing option,” Sharon McCormick of Sharon McCormick Design in Glastonbury said. “Tiny homes, which are often outfitted with solar panels, are attractive to consumers who wish to live off the grid.”

Those who also follow a minimalist lifestyle find tiny homes attractive.

“Tiny living isn’t for everyone though and it’s important to find that out before investing time and money,” she said. “I suggest renting a tiny home for a few days to see how conducive the smaller space is to living your intended lifestyle.”

Daily routine While renting a small space, McCormick said to buy groceries

For many, tiny living offers a budget friendly way to live, with the opportunity to travel, pare down belongings and save money. (Photo: Peter Hoeks/Dreamstime/TNS).

to see how much storage is actually available in the fridge and cabinets.

You can’t buy in bulk in a tiny home.

Cook your meals in the tiny home along with using the dishwasher.

“Do you feel claustrophobic and isolated or more free from obligations and stuff?” McCormick asked.

Also with your daily routine, go through your normal hygiene. Tiny homes generally have showers and no tubs. You can’t take a bubble bath with wine and cheese in a shower.

Another thing many people don’t consider before going tiny is vertical living. Tiny homes use every inch of space available and that includes going up. Bed spaces are usually sleeping lofts. Are you OK with using a ladder or climbing tiny stairs?

“Use the opportunity to mindfully go through every step of your typical day,” McCormick said.

“If you will be living with someone else in your new tiny home, be sure to include them in this experiment.

Sounds will carry and alone time will be very limited. How will that factor into your future happiness?”

Building or buying a tiny home If you have decided living tiny is for you, the next step is acquiring your new home. There are a few factors to consider.

Planning and zoning requirements differ depending on where you live.

Before planning on a plot, research these requirements. You don’t want to get your heart set on a spot and then find out a tiny home isn’t allowed or you need to put in sewer or water.

After deciding on a location, begin researching plans for tiny homes and sketch out your ideas.

RV interiors are a good place to start for ideas on layouts and using double-duty items.

“The smaller a home is the more it needs to be thoughtfully designed to the last fraction of an inch,” McCormick said. “Large windows will make your tiny home feel more expansive and less confining, but that will limit cabinetry and other storage space.”

With a small space, it will be cheaper to build and buy building materials. This may allow you to splurge on some higher-end finishes.

“All of the basic decisions that need to be made for a standard-sized

house will still need to be made for a tiny house, such as cabinetry, plumbing fixtures, lighting, electrical requirements, roofing, windows and siding,” she said.

Before the move Once you make the decision to go tiny, start by clearing out everything from your current home that you will not be able to use or store in your tiny home. Donate, sell or throw away everything but the essentials.

“Be aware that much of your furniture and art will likely not fit when you are considering what to keep. There are trade-offs to be made,” McCormick said. “It can be very difficult to part with a lifetime of belongings. If you will need to rent a storage space, factor that into your financial equation.”

Once you go through the process, you will be better equipped to make the decision on going tiny or not.

Do you like to entertain dozens of guests for the holidays? Are you OK with more outside living than inside?

Are you willing to part with many of your things? These are all important questions to ask yourself before joining the tiny home movement.

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Buy my first home with a friend: Should I or shouldn’t I? In many housing markets, it is difficult to buy your first home.

In Boulder County, this is certainly the case. Average DUANE DUGGAN home prices in Boulder County are now over $1 million, a pretty steep price for new homeowners. Rising home prices have made homeownership prohibitive for many across the county, and first-time buyers are turning to an alternative path to homeownership. That path is purchasing a property with a friend. This could be an alternative that works, but it isn’t the same as buying a home when you are a married couple or with members of your family, so there are several things to consider.

The first step is picking the person you’d like to own a home with. In my 42 years of being a Realtor® and selling homes to combinations of friends, I’ve found that a crucial factor in this decision is choosing a friend of similar age who has similar goals for the property.

A 25-year-old and a 50-yearold likely have quite different goals. Two 25-year-olds might find it much easier to establish a partnership because they are more likely to have the same vision and goal for the property.

For instance, what happens when one of the partners is ready to get married and move on? Do you sell the property, or keep it as an investment? What happens if one of the partners dies? As you can see, you need to agree upon all of this in advance of your purchase.

The best way to solve and discuss the issues above, and more, is to consult an attorney.

Most likely, the attorney can draft a Limited Liability Company (LLC) agreement or another form of ownership that

Buying a home with a friend or friends is like going into business and making big decisions together, but if you can agree on a vision for the home purchase and can come to a written agreement for how will work, it can be the perfect solution to get started owning real estate.

the attorney might suggest. The LLC can lay out the ground rules for how the purchase and operations of the property will be arranged. For example, here are a few things you want to decide in advance of looking for a home: 1.

Will the down payment be split equally? If not will the percentage of ownership be different than 50/50?

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What name will the mortgage be in? One individual, both individuals or an LLC? Most 1- to 4-unit lenders will not lend to an LLC.

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How will the title be held?

Joint tenants or tenants in common?

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How will decisions be made for repairs, improvements,

and replacements?

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How will utilities, maintenance, HOA and insurance costs be handled?

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What is the process if a partner needs to exit the partnership?

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What happens if one of the partners dies?

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If both partners are ready to move on, do you keep the property as an investment or sell it?

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Are additional roommates allowed to live on the property to collect rent to help pay for the mortgage?

10. What about pets?

The list could go on and on so it is important to discuss any potential disagreements and

have them in writing so there are no hard feelings later on.

Once you decide on a friend and business partner, and it looks like you can agree on the items above, the whole process is similar to any other home purchase. The next step is to find a mortgage lender and see what you, your friend, and maybe even a third friend could collectively qualify for in terms of a mortgage. Once you know how much you can qualify for, you can pick a price range of homes to look at.

From my personal experience in selling homes to two singles, the ideal floor plan has been a townhome with two bedrooms for each person and two bathrooms, one on an upper level and another bath for quests. Obviously, everyone is different, but it is nice for each individual to have their own space. Kitchens, living rooms, and patios are easier to share than bedroom and bathroom space.

Buying a home with a friend or friends is like going into business and making big decisions together, but if you can agree on a vision for the home purchase and can come to a written agreement for how will work, it can be the perfect solution to get started owning real estate. Contact your Realtor®, lending professional, and real estate attorney, and see if you can come up with a plan that works for you.

Duane graduated with a business degree and a major in real estate from the University of Colorado in 1978. He has been a Realtor® in Boulder since that time. He joined RE/MAX of Boulder in 1982 and has facilitated over 2,500 transactions over his career, the vast majority from repeat and referred clients. Living the life of a Realtor and being immersed in real estate led to the inception of his book, Realtor for Life. For questions, e-mail duaneduggan@ boulderco.com, call 303.441.5611 or visit boulderco.com.

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BERTHOUD 1 Farmstead

Builder: Sage Homes

2 Rose Farm Acres

Builder: Richmond American

3 Heron Lakes –

TPC Colorado Builder: Landmark Homes, Lifestyle Custom Homes, Toll Brothers

BOULDER 4 Velo Condos

Builder: Thistle Velo LLC

BROOMFIELD 5 Baseline Colorado

Builders: Boulder Creek Neighborhoods, Meritage Homes, Thrive Home Builders

6 Vive on Via Varra

Builder: Meritage Homes

11 Erie Highlands

Builder: Oakwood Homes

12 Erie Village

Builder: Porchfront Homes

13 Flatiron Meadows

Builder: KB Home, Taylor Morrison, Toll Brothers

14 Morgan Hill

Builder: Lennar

15 Rex Ranch

Builder: Taylor Morrison

16 Westerly

Builder: McStain Neighborhoods, SLC Homes, Wonderland Homes

Builder: Lennar

27 Avalon Meadows

Builder: Von’s Colorado Concepts

28 Silo

Builder: Cornerstone Homes

29 Silver Creek

Builder: Markel Homes

LONGMONT 30 Highlands at Fox Hill

Builders: Dream Finders Homes, Landmark Homes

LOUISVILLE

18 Barefoot Lakes

33 North End

Builder: Brookfield Residential, Creekstone Homes, Lennar, Richmond American Homes

FREDERICK 19 Seasons at Silverstone

Builder: Richmond American Homes

GREELEY 20 Northridge Trails Townhomes

Builder: Hartford Homes

21 Promontory

Builder: Journey Homes

22 Park House

9 Compass

41 Downtown Superior

Builder: Markel Homes

FIRESTONE

7 Coal Creek Commons

Builders: Boulder Creek Neighborhoods, KB Home, Richmond American

26 Blue Sage

32 Terry Street Townhones

Builder: Lennar

JOHNSTOWN

8 Colliers Hill

SUPERIOR

17 Wild Rose

ERIE Builder: Century Communities

LAFAYETTE

Thompson River Ranch Builder: Oakwood Homes

23 The Ridge

Builder: New Leaf Properties

Builder: Markel Homes

LOVELAND

43 Lanterns at Rock Creek

Builder: Boulder Creek Neighborhoods

44 Montmere at

Autrey Shores Builder: Koelbel

45 Rogers Farm

Builder: Boulder Creek Neighborhoods

TIMNATH 46 Harmony

Builder: Landmark Homes

47 Serratoga Falls

Builder: American Legend Homes, Richmond American Homes

35 The Enclave at

49 Trailside

36 Eagle Brook Meadows

50 Wildwing Patio Homes

Mariana Butte Builder: American Legend Homes

Builder: Bridgewater Homes, Challenger Homes

37 The Lakes at Centerra

Builder: Bridgewater Homes, Landmark Homes, KB Home

38 Kinston at Centerra

Builder: Richmond American Homes, Dream Finders Homes

MILLIKEN

24 Pintail Commons at Johnstown

40 Sunfield

Builder: Baessler Homes

Builder: Toll Brothers

48 Timnath Lakes

Builder: Glen Homes

39 Brookstone

25 Mountain View

42 Heights at Downtown Superior

34 The Enclave at Dakota Glen

at Johnstown Builder: Bridgewater Homes Village Builder: Richfield Homes

Builder: Thrive Home Builders, Remington Homes

Builder: Windmill Homes Builder: Windmill Homes

Builder: Toll Brothers Builder: Wonderland Homes

Builder: Hartford Homes

WINDSOR 51 Country Farms Village

Builder: Landmark Homes

52 Greenspire

Builder: Windmill Homes

53 RainDance

Builder: American Legend Homes, Hartford Homes, Wonderland Homes

54 Seasons at

Hunters Crossing Builder: Richmond American Homes

55 Vernazza

Builder: Landmark Homes

56 Village East

Builder: Journey Homes

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OPEN HOUSE AULT 620 Apache Trail, Unit A-4 $364,000 Sat., 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Cathy Cowles Sears Real Estate (970) 302-6623 BOULDER 1001 Laramie Blvd., Unit A $410,000 Sat., 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Mark Bosley RE/MAX Alliance (970) 846-5813 1149 Monroe Drive, Unit B $519,000 Sun., 12 p.m.-2 p.m.

Rich Gribbon RE/MAX of Boulder (303) 931-6979 8493 Stoneridge Ter. $937,500 Sun., 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

The Bernardi Group The Bernardi Group (303) 402-6000

2940 Island Drive $2,395,000 Sun., 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

John McElveen milehimodern (303) 818-7500 3119 8th St. $2,799,000 Sat., 1 p.m.-4 p.m.

Lynn Ryan RE/MAX of Boulder (303) 489-0309 3816 Cloverleaf Drive $3,142,000 Sat., 12 p.m.-2 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Jenny Oliveira Getting WK Real Estate (970) 534-1188 548 Utica Court $3,950,000 Sat., 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Marybeth Emerson Slifer Smith & Frampton (720) 394-1997 BROOMFIELD

5025 5th St. $1,175,000 Sun., 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Pete Abel RE/MAX of Boulder (303) 441-5603

1272 Clubhouse Drive $900,000 Sat., 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Mia Ness Colorado Landmark (720) 273-7567

3890 Armer Ave. $1,495,000 Sun., 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Lynn Ryan RE/MAX of Boulder (303) 489-0309

ERIE

1717 Iris Ave. $1,750,000 Sun., 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Bryce Dolan RE/MAX of Boulder (720) 339-5759 715 15th St. $2,090,000 Sun., 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Ann Cooper RE/MAX of Boulder (303) 517-0447 860 Aurora Ave. $2,190,000 Sun., 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Jan Marose RE/MAX Alliance (303) 817-9675

26 Marlowe Drive $750,000 Sat., 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Jitka Siguenza WK Real Estate (415) 314-8839 FORT COLLINS 1515 Wasp Court $610,000 Sun., 1 p.m.-4 p.m.

Terri Johnson RE/MAX of Boulder (303) 589-8180 GREELEY 1357 43rd Ave., #40 $554,500 Sat., 2 p.m.-3:30 p.m.

Cathy Cowles Sears Real Estate (970) 302-6623 LAFAYETTE 300 Lucerne Drive $655,000

Sat., 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Mary Kathryn Wood WK Real Estate (303) 859-2766 316 Jasper Peak Court $749,900 Sat., 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Cynthia Hogarth WK Real Estate (303) 579-4884 778 Applewood Drive $979,000 Sun., 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Rebecca Saenz RE/MAX Elevate (310) 924-4210 LONGMONT 1601 Great Western Drive, Unit D-3 $375,000 Sat., 12 p.m.-2 p.m.

Julie Ann Markiewicz RE/MAX Alliance (303) 995-3914 1913 Sumner St. $469,900 Sat., 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Mike Moger WK Real Estate (303) 859-4467 1721 Corey St. $499,000 Sat., 2 p.m.-4 p.m.

Andy Miller LoKation Real Estate (720) 392-8719 4159 Da Vinci Drive $569,000 Sat., 2 p.m.-4 p.m.; Sun., 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Jim Green WK Real Estate (303) 775-2553 1629 Alpine St. $571,000 Sun., 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Collette Coyle Speidel RE/MAX Nexus (303) 507-8955 471 Elliott St. $619,000 Sat., 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Andy Miller LoKation Real Estate (720) 392-8719

QUICK GUIDE 21 Cornell Drive $695,000 Sun., 12 p.m.-3 p.m.

Kit Magley RE/MAX Alliance (303) 775-5177 12765 Columbine Drive $725,000 Sat., & Sun., 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Donna Fox 8Z Real Estate (720) 771-5965 1012 Katy Lane $980,000 Sun., 1 p.m.-4 p.m.

Will Calkins RE/MAX of Boulder (303) 818-8599 13053 E. County Line Road $1,250,000 Sat. & Sun., 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Jim Green WK Real Estate (303) 775-2553 9982 Plateau Road $1,795,000 Sun., 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Barbara Pozzi The Colorado Group, Inc. (303) 956-9033 LOUISVILLE 1803 Gallagher Lane $819,900 Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Matt Urlacher RE/MAX Alliance (720) 526-5020 948 Rex St. $2,165,000 Sat., 12 p.m.-2 p.m.

Chris Ermold RE/MAX Alliance (720) 839-4354 948 Rex St. $2,165,000 Sat., 12 p.m.-2 p.m.; Sun., 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Joe Beeler RE/MAX Alliance (303) 579-1861 NEDERLAND 283 Ponderosa Way $615,000 Sat., 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Josh Harrod

RE/MAX Alliance (303) 517-1763 NIWOT 7348 Erin Court $2,495,000 Sat., 12 p.m.-2 p.m.

Linda Nehls RE/MAX of Boulder (303) 668-7670 SUPERIOR 2855 Rock Creek Circle, #171 $650,000 Sun., 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Mark Kennedy RE/MAX Elevate (720) 771-5165 3298 W Yarrow Circle $760,000 Sat., 12 p.m.-3 p.m.

Janet Raymer WK Real Estate (303) 523-9859 3298 W. Yarrow Circle $760,000 Sun., 12 p.m.-3 p.m.

Katie Kuosman WK Real Estate (720) 937-8076 2804 Quartz Way $950,000 Sat., 12 p.m.-3 p.m.

Katie Kuosman WK Real Estate (720) 937-8076 2714 Calmante Place $1,175,000 Sun., 12 p.m.-2 p.m.

Mark Kennedy RE/MAX Elevate (720) 771-5165 WINDSOR 2164 Montauk Lane, #4 $455,000 Sun., 12 p.m.-2 p.m.

Julie Ann Markiewicz RE/MAX Alliance (303) 995-3914

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unpredictability.

Depending on factors like price and location, some homes are receiving SEAN multiple MCILLWAIN competitive offers, often closing above their asking prices, while others linger on the market with price reductions. Nevertheless, certain underlying market dynamics remain consistent – notably, low inventory levels and strong buyer demand, even in the face of the prevailing high-interest rates.

A significant contributor to the limited housing inventory is what we call the “golden handcuffs” phenomenon. Many homeowners

and buying new ones at significantly higher interest rates has deterred many potential sellers from entering the market.

The demand from buyers continues to outstrip the available housing supply. Although certain neighborhoods and price ranges witness more intense competition, there’s currently a better opportunity for negotiation and obtaining concessions from sellers. While high-interest rates might make purchasing less appealing at first glance, a reduction in rates, even by a mere half percentage point, could trigger a surge in buyer competition.

This brings up another critical consideration: home appreciation.

In the whirlwind of activity witnessed in 2021 and 2022, the

recreate conditions conducive to rapid home appreciation. While it may not reach the same magnitude as in recent years, waiting to buy will probably result in a considerably higher cost for your home.

Ultimately, the decision of the “right time to buy” should be contingent on your unique circumstances. If you’re financially prepared and ready to make a move, there’s always an opportunity for success. Waiting for interest rates to decrease might cause you to miss out on an ideal situation for you and your family.

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3816 Cloverleaf Drive Boulder 1913 Sumner Street Longmont 4159 Da Vinci Drive Longmont Open Sat.12-2pm &Sun.11am-1pm $3,142,000 Open Sat. 11am-1pm $469,900 Open Sat. 2-4pm & Sun. 1-3pm $569,000 Paradise in the city! Private with Views!!

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DESIGN RECIPES

The art of being a welcomed house guest

By Cathy Hobbs Tribune News Service (TNS)

With many sites offering guests a rented room or an entire dwelling, the feeling of an actual home environment is more appealing to travelers than ever. Enter: the invited house guest.

Whether it is an invitation extended by a close friend or business associate, you are going to want to make sure your stay is pleasant for both you and your host, and that you leave a good impression.

No matter your length of stay, here are some top tips on how to be a welcomed house guest (one who will likely get invited back).

• Try not to arrive empty-handed.

A bottle of wine is perfect to bring to a dinner party, but when it comes to being a house guest, a more personal gift may do the trick, such as a local guide or special book.

• Respect the rules of the house.

can help take pressure off your host.

• Keep it tidy. Remember, you are in someone’s home. It is a thoughtful and respectful gesture to keep the room you’re staying in nice and clean. Upon departure, even though the sheets will be laundered after you leave, be sure to make your bed and leave the room as it was presented to you.

Flowers and other arrangements make for great gifts to bring as a guest. (Handout/TNS)

If everyone is in bed by 9, try not to stay up making noise that may disturb your hosts. Instead, opt to retire to your room and read or watch television in private.

• Ditch the cellphone. Someone has invited you into their home and likely wants your attention and time. Nothing is ruder than a guest who is constantly checking emails or making private phone calls.

• Participate! You are there to enjoy your host’s company and that of their family. If an invitation is extended to you for an outing, attend, even if the selected activity might not be your favorite pastime.

• Lend a helping hand. Even if your host seems to have everything under control, offer to help. Even small tasks like making morning coffee or setting the table

• Send a thank-you note.

Regardless of the length of your stay, be sure to always send a thank-you note after your visit.

This thoughtful gesture will always be appreciated.

Cathy Hobbs, based in New York City, is an Emmy Award-winning television host and a nationally known interior design home staging expert and short-term rental/vacation home designer with offices in New York City and The Hudson Valley. Contact her at info@cathyhobbs.com or visit her website at cathyhobbs.com.

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REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS The following Northern Colorado home sales were supplied by Colorado Weekly Homebuyers List., 303.744.2020.

Listed are the buyer, the property and the amount.

$1,403,400.

BROOMFIELD • • • •

BERTHOUD •

Logan & James Labry -- 1047 7th St., Kathleen H. Mulder Trust, $415,000.

Dena Missaghi -- 925 10th St., Jack & Bethany Curran, $548,100.

Denise Brendle -- 1518 Alpine Ave., Jo Ann Hay, $550,000.

Amanda & Jeffrey Glassburn -754 E State Highway 56, Carrie & David Cross, $585,000.

Brett & James Goers -- 273 Mount Rainier St., Kevin Daniel Brown, $625,000.

Linda Blockgandy -- 2940 Newfound Lake Road, Toll Southwest LLC, $965,000.

Collin Eggebrecht -- 5417 Gary Drive, Dillon & Allyx Garretson, $995,000.

Karen Chernoff -- 3003 Piper Glen Drive, Toll Southwest LLC,

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Dalia & Ilan Zisman -- 12872 King St., Jacy Gardner, $450,000.

Kyle Fulks -- 13436 Bryant Way, David & Charmaine Holter, $510,000.

You & Kathleen Wu -- 2858 W. 167th Way, Thb Baseline LLC, $548,300.

Amanda Dinh -- 12204 Crabapple St., Kristi & Frederick Shaner, $555,000.

Jalean & Jessie Petricka -- 450 Aspen Court, Lawrence L Smith, $589,000.

Byron Jacquot -- 1757 Peregrine Lane, Lucky Paws LLC, $605,000.

Gordon Simmons -- 201 Redwood Circle, Austin M. Santmyer, $644,500.

Erin Nelson -- 637 W. 169th Place, Kyle D Mandt, $665,000.

Melanie & Richard Webster -- 4733 Raven Run, Warner Revocable Trust, $685,000.

Adam Pray -- 1184 W. 170th Place, Cole & Devon Gilmore, $715,000.

Demetra & James Ramey -- 657 176th Ave., Lennar Colo. LLC, $716,900.

Rajesh & Sushila Rajchal -- 651 176th Ave., Lennar Colo. LLC, $727,000.

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Qiang Cui -- 638 176th Ave., Lennar Colo. LLC, $730,000.

William Nes -- 4640 Wilson Drive, Donald & Norma Mcgraw, $873,800.

Colin & Meredith Williams -16021 Williams Place, Rakeshpal Singh, $927,000.

Samson & Nandini Gudise -16630 Dyer Way, Benjamin & Kimberly Mcevoy, $960,000.

Jean Grill -- 4547 Rio Grande Place, Grant & Brett Gunhus, $1,000,000.

Steven Johnson -- 4235 Crystal Drive, Thomas & Patricia Reed, $1,350,000.

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Charles Davis -- 255 Holbrook St., Charles W. Bowen, $125,000.

Jeannine & Jacqueline Dyche -- 125 Huntley Creek Court, Sanjuana & James Abendroth, $400,000.

Leilani May -- 3227 Lump Gulch Way, Matthew C Wade, $572,000.

Mark & Meredith Boyer -- 31 Starlight Circle, Nicholas & Amy Giggey, $712,000.

Ross & Danielle Lantzy -- 216 Pipit Lake Way, Bryan & Megan Barley, $787,500.

Michael Rowe -- 1805 Willow

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Drive, Slc Homebuilding LLC, $849,900.

Samuel & Lindsey Ramirez -- 1994 Morgan Drive, Lennar Colo. LLC, $864,900.

Jason Pratt -- 2778 Ironwood Circle, Chris & Kathy Anderson, $909,000.

Ryan & Brooke Adair -- 1841 Willow Drive, Slc Homebuilding LLC, $965,000.

EVANS • • • •

Amar Vattakandy -- 3601 Ponderosa Court Unit 12, Carol & Jan Lemay, $295,000.

Kalindi Pitts -- 619 39th St., Jo Enterprises Lllp, $320,000.

Gil Salazar -- 3704 Burlington Ave., David & Debra Murphy, $350,500.

Agossou Kinsou -- 3007 Canvasback Court, Jose & J Grande, $390,000.

FIRESTONE • • •

Brian Lewis -- 6252 Viewpoint Ave., Shelli L Storovich, $456,000.

Robert & Leigh Leigh -- 857 McClure Ave., Tyler & Elizabe Beatty, $480,000.

Alonzo Goggins -- 11093 Cherryvale St., Joseph M. Perez, $610,000.

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FREDERICK • • • • • • •

Michael Biondolillo -- 7811 St. Vrain Drive # 68, Diana M. Murray, $264,000.

Patrick Leyva -- 525 5th St., Heidi M. Fulks, $415,000.

Brian Lacombe -- 7001 Todd Court, Melody Homes Inc, $430,000.

Jacoby Castillo -- 5202 13th St., Richmond Am Homes Colo. Inc, $460,000.

Timothy & Michelle Heier -7330 Delores Ave., Lgi Homes Colo. LLC, $517,900.

Mirna & David Schmeits -- 5870 Pintail Way, Michael Andrew Benjamin, $523,000.

Barton & Kathyrn Wear -- 3055 S Buttercup Circle, Robert & Deborah Berger, $1,188,000.

GREELEY • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

George Berger -- 412 21st Ave., Pamela M. Jones, $277,500.

Alexander Kline -- 2328 6th Ave., Lea K. Sanford, $295,000.

Derek Hand -- 3414 W. 4th St. Road, Charles Lloyd, $330,700.

Austin & Riley Campbell -- 501 26th Ave. Court, Karen F Friend, $356,000.

Carlos Mayen -- 1902 27th St., Jennifer & Brian Kelly, $365,000.

Wesley & Myrissah Sanders -3402 W. 6th St. Road, Tanager Invest LLC, $373,500.

Nathan & Jershon Attwooll -1911 14th St. Road, Michael & Elizabeth Collins, $390,000.

Lea Sanford -- 1218 19th St., Nicole & Josh Lessing, $400,000.

Kevin James -- 1918 13th Ave., Kirk & Sally Goble, $410,000.

Matthew Canterbury -- 1820 Montview Blvd., Gordon & Pamela Wright, $425,000.

Johnny Riddle -- 1629 58th Ave., Cheryl A Miller, $425,000.

David Ludvigson -- 4936 W. 8th St., Matthew & Molly Lilly, $425,000.

Erich & Dyana Dorn -- 1928 21st St., Ray A Talley, $465,000.

Dale Demaree -- 225 Dundee Ave. Unit 7, Shirley J. Novicky, $465,000.

Ryan & Amber Mcivor -- 7334 23rd St. Road, Brandon Curtiss Grose, $465,000.

Wayne & Janet Bates -- 1919 20th St. Road, Tiffany Anne Pierson, $471,000.

Ashley Trout -- 111 65th Ave., Melody Homes Inc, $498,300.

Michael & Julie Cavanaugh -- 1928 14th Ave., James & Lindsay Kohles, $516,500.

Kristi & Rick Baldino -- 7103 W. Canberra St. Drive, Mary Ann Redding, $525,000.

Gay & Charles Brokaw -- 1914 81st Ave. Court, George Corman, $619,000.

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Orlando Ortega -- 2120 E 18th St., Scarlett Invest Holding Inc, $735,000.

Larry Miller -- 3006 69th Ave. Place, Scott Harold Smith, $750,000.

Atsuko & Margaret Griffin -5965 23rd St., Gary & Dorothy Bjorklund, $820,000.

Scott Smith -- 9009 18th St., Realdeal LLC, $852,600.

JOHNSTOWN • • • • • • • • • • • •

Benjamin & Emily Furtner -- 321 Cardinal St., Baessler Townhomes Colo. LLC, $380,200.

Lucas Mullins -- 2049 Parkwood Drive, Timothy & Tammy Trout, $425,000.

Gleanna Mangabat -- 2612 Grizzly Place, Journey Homes LLC, $436,800.

Victoria Mercado -- 2528 Grizzly Place, Journey Homes LLC, $440,200.

Olainia Taylor -- 2542 Grizzly Place, Journey Homes LLC, $452,700.

Kyla Kalinski -- 399 Starling Lane, Melody Homes Inc, $455,000.

John & Jill Carpenter -- 2598 Grizzly Place, J J Constr Northern Colo. LLC, $478,400.

Fernando Corona -- 1709 Wood Duck Drive, Michael & Mar Williamson, $500,000.

Michael & Beverly Grobaski -- 3239 Tupelo Lane, Austin & Michelle Mullen, $505,000.

Diane Eneboe -- 859 N 7th St., Rick & Kristi Baldino, $511,500.

Jesse & Megan Davis -- 4316 Moose St., J. J. Constr Northern Colo. LLC, $553,200.

Eric & Heather Weiland -- 836 Columbia St., Lennar Colo. LLC, $675,000.

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Wesley & Abigail Long -- 345 3rd St., Melvin & Patricia Horst, $495,000.

LONGMONT • • • • • •

Daniel Basco -- 10589 Durango Place, Danielle Strickland, $410,000.

Randall Voorheis -- 8919 Ferncrest St., Juan & Norma Espinoza, $515,000.

Mandy Enright -- 4627 Clear Creek Drive, Lisa C Holmesswainey, $629,900.

Craig Dubois -- 12603 Stone Creek Court, Charlene & Peter Cobb, $675,000.

Robert & Toni Mcewan -- 4573 Lakeside Drive, James & Katherine Sardonia, $790,000.

Teodoro & Alma Chavarria -4523 County Road 32, Kenneth L. Houseman, $800,000.

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Camilla Shumaker -- 5815 Pelican Shores Court, Jarrus & Lindsay Steele, $1,999,000.

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Michael & Robyn Vanosdall -- 3224 W. Eisenhower Blvd., Shirleen Milon, $111,000.

Gabriela Garza -- 1914 E 18th St., Melissa & Cheryl Novakovich, $275,000.

Ray & Kim Phillips -- 2940 Kincaid Drive Apt 106, Jerry Digney, $282,000.

Kyle Gray -- 832 18th St. SW, Kenneth J Conk, $403,000.

Govinda Galla -- 2611 Silverheels Drive, Lennar Colo. LLC, $430,000.

Jonathon Doane -- 6242 Kinston Parkway, Richmond Am Homes Colo. Inc, $440,000.

John Cameron -- 6243 Wild Rye St., Richmond Am Homes Colo.

Inc, $457,500.

Brandon Thrailkill -- 2331 Firstview Drive, Trudy M. Lasart, $479,000.

Larissa Castro -- 2989 8th St. SW, Tara & David Keck, $485,000.

Kevin Callon -- 2993 Aries Drive, Henley Paradis, $500,000.

Charles & Cindy Harp -- 1656 3rd St. SW, Anita Ekren, $517,000.

Joseph Bucaro -- 1858 Naturita St., Tammie R Leachman, $561,000.

Daniel & Katie Sokolowski -5621 Ault Drive, Tralon Homes LLC, $638,500.

Renate Dmytrenko -- 1741 Nucla Court, Randall & Annette Bures, $650,000.

Cynthia Santangelo -- 3250 Tabernash Drive, Daniel & Kat Sokolowski, $765,000.

Leah Sprague -- 1608 Manzanita Court, Kenton L. Stiles, $910,000.

Franklin & Jessica Gardiner -2211 Frances Drive, Mary Louise Myers Trust, $950,000.

Stacey & Richard Thompson -6065 Clearwater Drive, Daniel & Martha Scharch, $2,290,000.

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David & Kimberly Gatley -- 16863 Weber Way, Scott & Susan Staggenborg, $679,000.

Jason & Lori Nesseth -- 3403 Fairways Drive, Thomas & Susan Hall, $992,000.

Douglas & Anne Lonsinger -15368 Singletree Drive, Thomas C Reynolds, $1,250,000.

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Kaitlyn Betancourt -- 5448 Euclid Drive, Lennar Colo. LLC, $420,000.

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Christopher & Emily Baker -- 4956 Denys Drive, Hartford Constr LLC, $467,100.

Barbara Alsager -- 6145 Zebulon Place, Brightland Homes Colo.

LLC, $480,000.

Kimberly & Jaylon Kretchmar -6128 Yellowtail St., Yun Jia Tang, $589,900.

Bryan Bonner -- 5865 Quarry St., Jonathan & Julie Marks, $663,000.

Jeffrey Sroufe -- 5033 Leopold Lane, Hartford Constr LLC, $751,800.

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Benjamin Roth -- 100 Beacon Way Unit 7g, Kelsey Elizabeth Hennig, $322,500.

Larry & Suzanne Pullen -- 124 Beacon Way Unit 3b, Joseph & Linda West, $330,000.

Deborah & Timothy Traxinger -- 1788 Iron Wheel Drive Unit 1, Raindance Constr LLC, $390,900.

Jena & Evan Swift -- 1788 Iron Wheel Drive Unit 6, Raindance Constr LLC, $426,300.

Patrick & Carson Mcnaney -- 980 Emerald Drive, Darla K. Mcnaney, $450,000.

Bradley & Lauren Davis -- 1788 Iron Wheel Drive Unit 5, Raindance Constr LLC, $459,500.

Edward & Lora Sonday -- 1531 New Season Drive, Larre Brouhard, $508,000.

Deliese Kubie -- 807 Locust St., Charles & Gwen Tucker, $515,000.

Maureen Grainger -- 1427 Silverwood Court, Christopher A Berg, $529,900.

Trent Vibbard -- 1842 Castle Hill Drive, Larry Vibbard, $570,000.

Timothy & Erin Hill -- 1399 Walnut St., Tia C Jaffee, $605,000.

Eric & Cristina Holtrop -- 1540 Reynolds Drive, Randy & Denise Maldonado, $625,000.

Biren Pun -- 2002 Blue Moon Drive, Brightland Homes Colo.

LLC, $639,000.

Brigitte Grimm -- 6236 Vernazza Way Unit 2, Vernazza Townhomes LLC, $676,300.

Daniel Jaquez -- 4775 Waltham Drive, Eric & Alexandra Allen, $710,000.

Debra Alexander -- 1881 Frost Drive, Th Raindance Windsor LLC, $847,800.

Daniel & Martha Scharch -- 1507 Waterfront Drive, Dawn & Kim Robinson, $1,220,000.

J & Jeannie Mounts -- 6285 Crooked Stick Drive, Douglas & Carol Akromas, $1,425,000.

Kevin Preston -- 1919 Elba Court, Edelberg Living Trust, $1,854,000.

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