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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Hunter Boyce

Duane Duggan

Mary Hill

Cathy Hobbs

Sarah Huber

Tom Kalinski

Sean McIllwain

Patty Rhodes

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Colorado real estate professional, Rob Proctor of Loveland, stars in ‘the negotiators’

The Negotiators is back with a new episode featuring long-time negotiator and Loveland native Rob Proctor. Rob is a real estate agent with more than 20 years of experience in Colorado. He has won multiple awards for his services and continues to impress with his perseverance to get his clients the best deal possible.

Despite his success in real estate, Rob started in mechanical engineering, majoring in Mechanical Engineering at Colorado State University. If you’re wondering how Rob transitioned from engineer to top-performing real estate agent, that is exactly what this Negotiators episode is about.

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The Negotiators is a Reveel Original Series that looks at the home buying and selling process through the eyes of a real estate agent. But, not just any agent is featured on the show. These agents, otherwise called Negotiators, provide extraordinary service to each one of their clients and go the extra mile to make sure they are satisfied. Rob is no exception. Some might even say he is the standard.

In the episode, “Engineering The Outcome,” viewers will follow the journey of Rob Proctor as he goes above and beyond to help a first-time homebuyer secure an FHA loan on a fixer-upper that still needs major repairs.

The synopsis for the episode reads: Rob Proctor is a negotiator with more than 20 years of real estate experience. While some agents rely on flashy gimmicks to get the job done, Rob believes in persistence, integrity, honesty and

good old-fashioned elbow grease; which is why he’s known as one of Northern Colorado’s most respected and recognized agents. Watch as Rob helps first-time home buyer, Valerie, secure an FHA loan on a fixer-upper that needs a lot of love.

“As a real estate professional, I love helping buyers and sellers get to where they want to go. Whether or not they are leaving the area or moving into a different house, they have smiles on their faces. They are happy. They are happy with what I did.” Rob Proctor continues in the episode. “The difference between myself and other agents is that I’m not afraid to roll up my sleeves and get the job done to make my clients happy.”

Not only does Rob have the work ethic and expertise to get the job done, but he also has a network of connections to help his clients

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throughout the entire real estate transaction. Being a local native and highly involved in the community, Rob knows all the right people. In the episode “Engineering The Outcome,” he uses his connections to help Valerie get an FHA loan in a way that rarely anyone else could.

Rob’s episode is a testament to what it means to be a Negotiator. Through his relentless dedication and commitment to excellence, he was able to tackle the issues facing his client head-on and close the sale effectively. Two of many qualities that differentiate a Negotiator from their everyday real estate counterparts.

Don’t miss Rob Proctor’s episode of The Negotiators, streaming for free on Reveel at reveel.net. You can also visit Rob Proctor’s Negotiator’s page or call him at 970.481.2133.

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The Negotiators is back with a new episode featuring long-time negotiator and Loveland native Rob Proctor. (Photo courtesy: Rob Proctor).

If you’re selling your home this spring, the best way to sell quickly, painlessly and for the highest price is to put the odds in your favor. You control two key factors that weigh the outcome in your favor –timing and readiness.

e time to sell is right around the corner if 2022 is any indication. Based on last year, April 10-16 could present the ideal balance of housing market conditions that favor home sellers, according to Realtor.com.

In terms of readiness, there’s no time like the present to prepare your home for sale. So get out your clipboard; here’s a checklist to help you freshen your home for a successful sale this spring, drawn from Realtor.com and eBalanceMoney.com.

Make minor repairs

Many of us become immune to the shortcomings of our homes – we see it every day and begin to overlook some details. Begin prepping your home for sale by going through every room with a critical eye. Flip every switch, turn every faucet handle and make a note of the items that aren’t working correctly. It’s time to x anything that doesn’t come on easily. Repair broken bulbs, switches, ceiling fans, door knobs, leaky faucets, loose railings and steps.

Touch-up cosmetic detractors

It happens to everyone. An item was dropped and made a hole in the wall, now long since forgotten. It’s time to x that little blemish as well as others like peeling paint, water damage, or cracked windows, and tiles.

e style of light xtures and hardware is a sure sign of a dated interior. Installing new xtures will instantly update your home with more modern and stylish entryway, kitchen, and bathroom selections. Modernize further by replacing older, less-e cient kitchen appliances with sleek, eco-friendly models to appeal to buyers.

Clear out personal items and clutter

When a buyer tours your home, you want them to imagine how wonderful their life will be living there. To help their vision, put away your personal items, like photos, collections, and knick-knacks. Depersonalizing makes it easier for

home shoppers to visualize your home as their home.

Make rooms feel more open by removing outdated, large, and unusual furniture pieces that make it di cult for a buyer to imagine the home lled with their style. Remove the extra leaves from your dining room table to make the room feel larger. Once you’ve removed the extra items, have your home professionally deep-cleaned, especially if you have pets. You’ll want your home to sparkle and smell fresh.

You may want to rent a storage unit to make this process easier. You can store items temporarily and free up the space so your home is open and inviting.

Organize closets and cabinets

A special point of interest for prospective home buyers is the available storage space in a home. Rest assured, those touring your home will open closets and cabinets to check for storage space. Prepare

your closets and cabinets for centerstage attention by clearing unneeded items and organizing the contents.

In the kitchen, take care to neatly stack dishes, put like-style glasses together and turn co ee cup handles in the same direction.

Refresh your décor

Remove dated, worn, or dark and heavy items. at wallpaper you loved 25 years ago may look its age. Have it removed and painted with a neutral color that highlights the unique features of your home.

Let in natural light and spotlight windows by removing dark, heavy curtains. Treat your oors to a facelift by replacing old carpet and polishing wood or tile oors.

With a little attention to detail and preparation, you can pave the way to a quicker and more nancially positive sale.

Read more tips on preparing your home for sale at: nar.realtor/blogs/ styled-staged-sold/your-home-prepchecklist-for-the-spring-sellingseason and thebalancemoney.com/ how-to-prepare-your-house-forsale-1799018.

Tom Kalinski is the broker/owner of RE/MAX of Boulder, the local residential real estate company he established in 1977. He was inducted into Boulder County’s Business Hall of Fame in 2016 and has a 40-year background in commercial and residential real estate. For questions, email Tom at tomkalinski33@gmail.com, call 303.441.5620, or visit boulderco.com.

You control two key factors when selling your home that weigh the outcome in your favor – timing and readiness. (Photo: Pexels).

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Six tips to navigate an unstable market

We all know that the real estate market can be a mercurial minx at its best and a traitorous beast at its worst. One of the biggest factors that can affect its temperament?

Interest rates.

SEAN MCILLWAIN

Interest rates can have a significant impact on the affordability of homes and the overall health of the real estate market. When interest rates are unstable, it can be challenging for buyers to navigate the market and find the right property at the right price. However, with certain tactics, it’s possible to buy a home in an unstable interest-rate environment. Let’s explore some of these strategies.

Get pre-approved for a mortgage

One of the first things you should do when buying a home is to get pre-approved for a mortgage. This is especially important when interest rates are unstable, as pre-approval gives you a better idea of what you can afford. A pre-approval will also give you an advantage over other buyers who haven’t been preapproved, as it shows you’re a serious buyer.

Keep an eye on interest rates

When interest rates are unstable, it’s essential to keep a close eye on them. In today’s environment, interest rates can change quickly, so you’ll want to be aware of changes that could affect your ability to buy a home. You can sign up for alerts from your lender or use online tools to track interest rates.

Be flexible with your timeline

When interest rates are unstable, it can take longer to find the right

home at the right price. You may need to be flexible with your timeline and be prepared to wait for the right opportunity. This may mean renting for a few more months or staying in your current home longer than you originally planned.

Negotiate with the seller

In an unstable interest rate environment, the seller may be more willing to negotiate the price of the home. This is because they may be motivated to sell quickly before interest rates increase even further.

In this situation, make a lower offer than the asking price and be prepared to negotiate.

Consider an adjustable-rate mortgage

An adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) can be a good option in an unstable interest-rate environment. With an ARM, your interest rate will adjust periodically, typically every one to five years. If interest rates are currently high, you can start with a lower interest rate and adjust it later when rates fall.

Work with a real estate agent

A real estate agent can be a valuable asset when buying a home in an unstable interest-rate environment. They can help you navigate the market, provide insights on interest rate trends, and negotiate with the seller on your behalf.

Buying a home in an unstable interest-rate environment can be challenging, but it’s not impossible. By approaching the situation with patience and a plan, you can make strategic decisions that will put you well on your way to homeownership.

Sean is the founding broker of Mod Boulder Real Estate. Call 720.252.6051 or visit modboulder.com.

Seven key points about the luxury real estate market

BOULDER COUNTY –

The real estate market nationwide has been a rollercoaster ride over the past several months. With interest rates stabilizing and buyers understanding this is the new normal, buyers are out shopping for homes once again. Here are seven key points about the Boulder County luxury real estate market.

number of luxury homes listed in January in Boulder County was up 5.8 percent compared to January 2022 with the supply of homes on the market only 2.1 months.

MARY HILL

• Buyers are buying and sellers are selling their luxury homes. The

• The inventory of homes on the market is higher than a year ago. With 185 luxury homes for sale, closed sales are down. This means it is more of a buyers’ market now.

• Homes are taking longer to sell. The days on market are up 47.4 percent compared to a year ago, to 84 days. Ninety days on the market is normal. The continued low number of homes for sale gives sellers less competition when

marketing their homes.

• Multiple offers aren’t the norm as they were a year ago. With fewer offers per home, the median price of luxury homes fell 5.8 percent to $1.4 million in Boulder County in January compared to January 2022. What does this mean for sellers? It may take longer for your home to sell and you may not receive as much as you would have a year ago.

• At the same time, both the average sales price and the average price per square foot were up compared to January 2022. These are very positive signs for home sellers.

• Realtors are doing a great job of pricing homes as the sales to list price was an average of 93.1 percent in January 2023.

• Now is the time to get your home ready to list if you are thinking about selling. March, April and May are usually the months when the highest prices are received for homes.

Mary Hill is a Realtor at Mary Hill Properties. Call 720.272.5448, e-mail mary@maryhillproperties.com or visit maryhillproperties.com.

Using certain tactics, it’s possible to buy a home in an unstable interest-rate environment. (Photo: Shutterstock).

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Increasing the velocity of real estate wealth through leverage

e concept of leverage is what is known as using “other people’s money” or OPM.

When investing in real estate, it makes the most sense to get a loan for a good portion of the purchase price.

To illustrate a simple example of leverage, let’s say you had $100,000 to invest. You then used that money to purchase one $100,000 condominium. (To keep the example simple, I’m using $100,000, not that there are $100,000 condos available). If the real estate market was appreciating at 5% a year and you held the property for ve years, the condo would be worth $122,347 or a gain of $22,347. Now let’s say that instead, you took that same $100,000, and put $20,000 down on each of ve $100,000 condominiums. You now own $500,000 worth of real estate. If it appreciates at the same 5% a year for ve years, it would be worth $638,140 or a gain of $138,140 on the same $100,000 investment. As you trade up, it is important to keep your equity position at a level that allows you to survive downturns in the rental market.

Putting leverage to work for you

Most people start investing in real estate by buying their personal residence. Yet the majority of Americans will stop there in terms of building their real estate portfolio. is is because when people are motivated to buy their rst investment property, they are often told they will need a 20- or 25-percent down payment. Finding it tough to save for that large of a sum, most go no further. However, if you are willing to move from house to house frequently, there is a way to build your portfolio with smaller down payments and fully apply the concept of leverage.

Move often, build a real estate portfolio

Anyone willing to move often can employ this form of investment

strategy. While it might be di cult for a family with children to move often, change schools, and make new friends, among other issues, that same family might be willing to move within a neighborhood as they acquire several single-family homes. A young couple might be willing to move periodically before they have children. An empty nester couple with no kids at home may choose to build their portfolio before they retire. As in most investments, but especially in real estate, the earlier in life you get started, the better.

Keep the old house

Over my career, whenever someone contacted me to sell their old house to move up to the next one, I always suggested they keep their old house as a rental. Clients have often been confused as to why I would not want to list their old house and make a commission. My answer is that I always suggest renting out your rst home because renting it is the initial step in building a real estate portfolio. If you did this four times before you retired, you could be living in your fth personal residence with four rentals that would provide retirement income.

Buy early in life, buy often

In the above example, you might be able to acquire four properties over 30 years of working life, buying with owner-occupied nancing each time. But let’s increase the goal to owning 10 single-family residences. Potentially, you could move 10 times in 10 years, buying and keeping 10 homes. I say potentially because lending rules change all the time.

Getting Started

e rst step in starting this investment program is picking a lender to obtain a loan preapproval. In addition to getting pre-approval, check with the lender about the current rules regarding the following:

1. What is the down payment required for owner-occupied nancing? Markets change, but 5% down would likely be available.

2. What will the interest rate be? Will Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) be required?

3. How long would you need to live in the home before buying your next owneroccupied home?

4. How is rent considered for qualifying for buying the next property and future ones?

5. Is there a limit on the number of mortgages I can have?

6. Where do I stand on qualifying for future purchases?

Keeping moving

Buying 10 properties in 10 years! Is it really possible? Maybe, maybe not.

ere are many factors involved:

1. Current lending rules

2. Is there any inventory to purchase?

3. What is the price range necessary to be acceptable for owner-occupancy, yet good for being a rental after moving on to the next home?

4. What is the rent? What is the loan payment?

5. What are the other expenses?

6. After the loan payment and expenses are accounted for, is the cash ow negative or positive? If negative, it might take a while longer to allow rent to catch up to the loan payment and expenses. If there is negative cash ow, you can think of it as a deferred down payment. You just have to determine how much negative cash ow your budget can handle.

Will this investment program work?

Again, there are many factors involved.

Variable factors:

1. True appreciation of real estate over time.

2. Rental increases over time.

3. Taxes, maintenance, repair, and misc. expenses.

4. Vacancy rates

Fixed factors:

1. Principal Reduction

e success of the program is dependent on values and rents going up over time. Each month, when a loan payment is made, hopefully, supported by the rent, the loan balance goes down each month. In a perfect world for investors, values and rents keep going up and each month the property gets closer to free and clear.

FHA nancing

FHA has been known for years for helping rst-time homebuyers get started with low down payments. ey also have owner-occupied programs for purchasing 2-, 3-, and 4-unit buildings. You just have to live in one of the units.

is is a great opportunity to start an investment portfolio. ere are maximum loan limits, making it impracticable in some markets. In markets where the loan limits cover the values available, a four-unit can be purchased with only 3-1/2% down!

Your Realtor® and mortgage lender can work together to formulate a plan that works for you.

Duane has been a Realtor since 1982. 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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HOME AND GARDEN Test soil for gardening success

By Patty Rhodes Colorado State University Extension

Spring is just around the corner, and enthusiastic gardeners are already plotting to get their gardens in shape for the growing season. From soil to sunshine, it all takes planning.

Whether you’re new to gardening or have lots of experience you may wonder just how healthy your soil is — especially if the previous season wasn’t quite as successful as you’d hoped and you’re not sure why. Rather than guessing and adding products your soil may not need, consider a soil test.

Why a soil test?

There are many advantages to soil testing for home gardeners. It can be valuable to establish a baseline of your soil’s limitations such as the pH level, salt levels and possible need for fertilizers. Once you have identified a need to amend your soil, CSU Extension Fact Sheet No. 7.235 can guide you further.

A standard soil test will not tell you if you’re over- or underwatering, if you have insufficient soil drainage, compacted or diseased soil, improper

sun exposure or if you’ve selected poor plant varieties for the area. Talking to a Colorado Master Gardener about your gardening woes is a great way to identify those issues.

What’s included in a standard test?

Standard test results typically include information about soil texture, percentage of organic matter, soil pH, the percentage of lime, soluble salts and nutrients (nitrogen, phosphorous, potassium and micronutrients such as copper, iron, manganese and zinc). Additional tests can be run for special needs like lead content or sodium problems.

How is soil tested?

Purchasing a simple home soil test kit is one option. Be aware that many home test kits are based on the pH (acid or alkaline) of your soil. If you decide to try a home test kit it’s important to read the label. An acid-based test may not be as accurate on the alkaline soils in Colorado. Some tests only give the range of pH, and you’ll want to know the precise pH — it can make a huge difference for the growth of some plants.

For the most precise measurements, a professional test by

a lab is preferable. CSU Extension offices often offer soil test services. However, the lab at Colorado State University in Fort Collins is closed during the move to the new SPUR facility in Denver. To learn more about the SPUR campus and to check for updates on soil testing availability, go to csuspur.org .

In the meantime, CSU Extension recommends Ward Laboratories in Kearney, Nebraska, for routine home garden soil testing. The test is $20, and you can find information about how to collect a sample, along with forms to fill out, at wardlab.com.

Weld Laboratories in Greeley can do a home garden test, but is more for agricultural soil testing at three levels. A routine test is $20, essential with micronutrients is $26 and complete soil for $35. For information, go to weldlabs.com.

Healthy soil is the first step to a healthy and successful garden!

Patty Rhodes is a Colorado State University Extension Colorado Master Gardener in Boulder County. For more information on this and other topics, visit extension. colostate.edu or contact your local CSU Extension Office.

Interfaith Quilters of Longmont hosts 37th annual quilt sale

LONGMONT – Interfaith Quilters of Longmont will host its 37th annual quilt sale on Fri. March 3 and Sat., March 4 at the First Lutheran Church located at 803 Third Ave. in Longmont. Hours are 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday

The sale will offer more than 700 quilted items including a variety of baby quilts, bed quilts, teen-themed quilts, wall hangings, table toppers, placemats, lap quilts and pillows. Fabric and books for quilting will also be sold. Volunteers will be available to assist you in finding the perfect quilt for your home, gifts for birthdays, babies, weddings, holidays.

Proceeds from the handmade and machine-made quilted items will benefit O.U.R. Center (Outreach United Resource Center) and the

Safe Shelter of the Saint Vrain Valley. Admission is a $2 donation.

About Interfaith Quilters of Longmont

Interfaith Quilters of Longmont serves the community all year long by donating items to O.U.R. Center, the Safe Shelter, Quilts of Valor for military veterans, Mountain States Childrens Home and other needs that arise in the community during the year. This active group of quilters is comprised of 120 volunteers with varying degrees of experience. It is a great place to learn to quilt or to just get inspiration for that quilt you have been thinking about sewing. The organization gathers on Mondays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the First Lutheran Church in Longmont. New members are always welcome.

For more information about Interfaith Quilters of Longmont visit interfaithquilters.org or email interfaithquilts@gmail.com.

This example of a fall container uses Mesa Yellow blanket flower, burgundy and pink mums, orange marigolds, ornamental kale and a vining, cold-hardy succulent. Soil testing can help gardeners amend their soil, which tends to be alkaline in Colorado. (Colorado State University Extension — Courtesy Photo).

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Quick Move-In Homes Available Now at Lanterns at Rock Creek

Last chances at lower-maintenance, main-floor living in Superior.

By Sarah Huber At Home Colorado

Lifestyle builder Boulder Creek Neighborhoods has announced just a few quick move-in homes available in Lanterns at Rock Creek. This offering is a limited opportunity in Superior - one of the most desirable locations in Boulder County. A jewel of the Rock Creek masterplanned community, Lanterns epitomizes all the best things about a Boulder Creek home:

lower-maintenance conveniences, main-floor designs, sustainable craftsmanship backed by a new home warranty package, and a dynamic, welcoming community of homeowners.

New quick move-in homes are available now

“As the community approaches sell-out, we are excited to offer quick move-in homes that are professionally designed, beautifully brand new, and available now,” said Jessica Champlin, Boulder Creek Neighborhood’s chief revenue officer. She noted, “Timing is everything with these homes. Not everyone has the luxury of waiting six months to a year for a new home. People get married,

divorced, relocate for work or to be near grandchildren – and for these folks, it’s the best of both worlds to move now but also move into a new home with all the warranties and reassurances that new construction provides.” Quick move-in homes can often close in as quick as 30 days, which also means potential homeowner “can be knowledgeable and confident about where the market is right now, instead of wondering what will be happening several months from now when the home is complete,” Champlin said. “It’s easier to plan in every way.”

Plus, because the finishes, flooring and fixtures of each quick move-in home are hand-selected by Boulder Creek’s professional designers, “the guesswork is taken out of the design

process,” Champlin said. “You don’t have to wonder if that tile goes with this carpet. The only thing you need to do is move-in and enjoy.”

Two popular floor plans at Lanterns at Rock Creek are currently available as quick moveins, the Zenith and the Triumph. Coming in under $700,000, an unparalleled price point for a new home in Boulder County, the Zenith is ideally sized for couples ready to escape the dated six-bedroom family home with a sprawling yard or singles and young professionals seeking an efficient, intuitive home. The Zenith, at 2,128 square feet, features two bedrooms on the main floor, just steps from the laundry, and as with all remaining homes at Lanterns at

Rock Creek, a finished lower level. “The lower level is a great space for an exercise zone, hobby or crafting studio, and a place to hang out with friends and family,” Champlin said. Outdoors, a front courtyard sitting area is a lovely spot for morning coffee or cocktails with neighbors, and the Colorado-style rear patio offers plenty of room for outdoor dining, a potted garden and a grill or cushioned rocking chairs.

The Triumph is a main-floor living design that’s a bit bigger at 2,626 square feet and is a top choice for those eager to entertain. Also with a lower level finished to include a rec room, a bedroom, and an additional bathroom, a Triumph offered at just under $800,000 is an exceptional value. “Homeowners love the Triumph for its oversized, angled island for hosting and entertaining, as well as the two suites on the main floor, which is very popular for guests, and also with buyers who may be sisters or possibly multigenerational families,” Champlin said. The second main floor suite may double as an office, “making this a functional and flexible floor plan for however you want to live,” she explained.

Energy-efficient, lowermaintenance conveniences

Creating a floor plan for “however you want to live” is, in fact, the mission of Boulder Creek Neighborhoods. The builder’s term for it – “lifefullness®” – is defined lower maintenance conveniences that give homeowners the freedom and time to pursue their passions on their own terms. The Lanterns

at Rock Creek lifestyle association oversees maintenance tasks such as snow shoveling and front yard landscaping and maintenance. “For your family, ‘lifefullness’ might look like weekends skiing or hiking, or maybe it’s more time with a book or with the grandkids, instead of yard work,” Champlin said. “Our homes are designed to give you the life you always wanted.”

Homes at Lanterns at Rock Creek, furthermore, offer energyconserving features like the Tesla solar panels atop each home, advanced insulation packages, Low-E windows and a charging dock in the two-car garage. “Not only is this good for the environment,” Champlin said, “but these homes, by offering the latest in construction and technological efficiency, are built to last. These are designed to help lower monthly energy bills and reduce the likelihood of costly maintenance and upkeep.”

Similarly, to ensure a good fit with homeowners for years to come, homes at Lanterns at Rock Creek include raised electrical outlets to reduce bending, minimumstep thresholds, wide doorways and spacious bathrooms. “Our homeowners know efficient mainfloor living saves time and energy,” Champlin said.

Superior charm

Boulder Creek Neighborhoods, based in Louisville, purposefully connects its neighborhoods with the local charm of the larger community. Lanterns at Rock Creek will include 62 homes on a culde-sac at build-out and, especially as construction winds down, is a quiet, tranquil community. Rock Creek is adjacent to miles of walking and cycling paths, parks and playgrounds galore, open space with abundant wildlife and awardwinning golf courses. The town of Superior itself offers an unrivaled

location on the Front Range, blending a small-town feel with the amenities of Boulder and Denver. Nearby are two community pools, Flat Irons Crossing shopping mall, art galleries, museums, restaurants and breweries. Superior’s revitalized downtown is delightfully walkable and features cozy boutiques, a variety of medical facilities and retail shops, and for jet setters, is a short drive to the Denver International Airport.

Final opportunities selling now

One of a handful of lowermaintenance communities in northern Colorado, Lanterns at Rock is attracting buyers from throughout Colorado and beyond. To take advantage of one of the remaining opportunities at | Lanterns at Rock Creek, visit LiveRockCreek.com or call Boulder Creek’s online concierge at 303.309.0088.

Two popular floor plans at Lanterns at Rock Creek are currently available as quick move-ins, the Zenith and the Triumph. (Photos: Boulder Creek Neighborhoods).

Lanterns at Rock Creek will include 62 homes on a cul-de-sac at build-out and is a quiet, tranquil community. (Photos: Boulder Creek Neighborhoods).

OPEN HOUSE QUICK GUIDE

BERTHOUD

1530 Stoneseed St.

$780,000

Sat. & Sun., Noon-2 p.m.

Kit Magley

RE/MAX Alliance

(303) 775-5177

911 High Mountain Drive

$1,999,000

Sat., Noon-2 p.m.

Aggie Sobol

WK Real Estate (303) 885-9806

BOULDER

4300 Chippewa Drive

$1,850,000

Sat. & Sun., Noon-2 p.m.

Laurel Davidson

Berkshire Hathaway

HomeServices

Rocky Mountain Realtors

(505) 270-5947

4528 Sprucedale Place

$1,895,000

Sat., 2-4 p.m.

Michelle Trudgeon

WK Real Estate

(720) 272-9547

1717 Iris Ave.

$1,975,000

Sun., Noon-2 p.m.

Patrick Dolan

RE/MAX of Boulder (303) 441-5642

355 W. Arapahoe Lane

$2,000,000

Sun., 1-3 p.m.

Karolyn Merrill

RE/MAX of Boulder (303) 817-2827

ERIE

138 Bonanza Drive

$774,000

Sat., 1-3 p.m.

Joshua Legare

WK Real Estate (720) 325-7394

110 Nova Ct.

$825,000

Sat. & Sun., 1-3 p.m.

Jim Thomas

RE/MAX Alliance (303) 543-0625

GREELEY

5018 W. 2nd St.

$439,000 Sat., 1-3 p.m.

Jenny Oliveira Getting

WK Real Estate (970) 534-1188

8043 22nd St.

$475,000

Sun., 1-3 p.m.

Jenny Oliveira Getting

WK Real Estate (970) 534-1188

LAFAYETTE

452 Levi Lane by Markel Homes

Starting from $579,900

Fri.-Mon., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Marlita Lazo, Markel Homes

(303) 651-9565

LONGMONT

745 Grandview Mdws Drive

$519,000 Sun., 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Jan Marose

RE/MAX Alliance

(303) 817-9675

747 Snowberry St. $524,900

Sat., 2-4 p.m.

Sun., 10 a.m.-Noon

Phil Booth

Colorado Landmark (303) 817-8307

1522 Spencer St. $595,000 Sat., 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Sun., 1-3 p.m.

Phil Booth

Colorado Landmark (303) 817-8307

5801 Grandville Ave. by Markel Homes

Starting from $599,900

Fri. - Thurs., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Roz Pinon

Markel Homes (720) 583-2170

THORNTON

9118 Gale Blvd., #4

$385,000

Sat., Noon-2 p.m.

Katie Atkins

RE/MAX of Boulder (720) 365-1043

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HOME AND GARDEN Make spring cleaning easier with these expert tips

By Hunter Boyce, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (TNS)

Spring cleaning time is almost here. From getting behind heavy bookshelves to crawling under narrow tables, it’s a lot of hard work that can make a big impact on your living space. Here are a number of tips from cleaning experts on how you can make the most of your spring cleaning in 2023.

Fix air leaks

Poor insulation can send your home’s air and heat bills soaring. Take a moment to inspect every window pane and door for cracks and other openings. Most hardware stores sell epoxy solutions to ll cracks and gaps.

“As tempting as it may be, don’t skip out on a quick walk around your home to make sure there are no faulty cracks or openings within

window panes and doors,” Leanne Stapf, of e Cleaning Authority, told e Spruce. “Any air leaks, no matter how small, could lead to a larger issue, resulting in poor insulation.”

Wash windows on a cloudy day

One of the most frustrating parts of cleaning glass is the streaks left behind. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Waiting for a cloudy day of overcast is an easy way to ensure that cleaning your windows goes smoothly.

“If it’s too sunny, the cleaning solution will dry too fast and you’ll have streaks,” cleaning expert Donna Smallin Kuper told Better Homes & Gardens.

Wash sconces and all other light xtures

An important activity to add to your spring cleaning to-do list is to wash

all sconces, chandeliers and any other light xtures within the home.

“At rst glance, these may not seem dusty, but once you wipe one, you will see a noticeable di erence,” professional organizer Jamie Novak, author of “Keep is, Toss at,” told Reader’s Digest.

Don’t forget to stretch

Spring cleaning can be more than tiring. Bending down to clean under tables, crouching in awkward positions to get behind bookshelves, and most other cleaning activities

in those hard-to-reach areas can be hard on the joints and back. Moreover, scrubbing can wear down muscles and cause soreness the next day.

Make sure to stretch before beginning any spring cleaning, and don’t be afraid to incorporate kneepads or other pieces of protective gear.

“Cleaning can often strain and pull lesser-used muscles, even on a t person, as we crouch, lift, reach and kneel in ways our body is not used to,” Chief cleaning o cer of MaidPro Melissa Homer told Today.

Waiting for a cloudy day of overcast is an easy way to ensure that cleaning your windows goes smoothly. (Dreamstime/TNS).

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• Advice on inspections, loan options, construction walk throughs, etc

Why should you use our expert buyers agents on a new build? All at no additional cost to you. Call your new build expert at 303.543.5720 BoulderHomeSource Team

To view a more cities and a more complete list of new home communities and builders across the Colorado Front Range, view our interactive map online at: www.AtHomeColorado.com/NewHomeMap

ur region is home to more than 700,000 residents and includes some of the most diverse, natural landscapes and sustainable development along the Northern Front Range of Colorado It’s no wonder why those who live here stay and why our the area is coveted as a place to relocate to Here we highlight a selection of the area ’ s new home communities and which builders are building where

BERTHOUD

Farmstead

Builder: Sage Homes

Rose Farm Acres

Builder: Richmond American

Heron Lakes –

TPC Colorado

Builder: Landmark Homes, Lifestyle Custom Homes, Toll Brothers

BOULDER

Velo Condos

Builder: Thistle Velo LLC

BROOMFIELD

Baseline Colorado

Builders: Boulder Creek

Neighborhoods, Meritage Homes, Thrive Home Builders

Vive on Via Varra

Builder: Meritage Homes

ERIE

Coal Creek Commons

Builder: Century Communities

Colliers Hill

Builders: Boulder Creek

Neighborhoods, KB Home, Richmond American

Compass Builder: Lennar

Erie Commons Builder: Boulder Creek

Neighborhoods

Erie Highlands Builder: Oakwood Homes

Erie Village Builder: Porchfront Homes

Flatiron Meadows Builder: KB Home, Taylor Morrison, Toll Brothers

Morgan Hill Builder: Lennar

Rex Ranch Builder: Taylor Morrison

Westerly

Builder: McStain Neighborhoods, SLC Homes, Wonderland Homes

Wild Rose Builder: Lennar

FIRESTONE

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

FREDERICK

Seasons at Silverstone

Builder: Richmond American Homes

GREELEY

Northridge Trails Townhomes

Builder: Hartford Homes

Promontory

Builder: Journey Homes

JOHNSTOWN

Park House

Thompson River Ranch

Builder: Oakwood Homes

The Ridge at Johnstown

Builder: Bridgewater Homes

Pintail Commons at Johnstown

Village

Builder: Richfield Homes

Mountain View Builder: Baessler Homes

LAFAYETTE

Blue Sage Builder: Markel Homes

Avalon Meadows

Builder: Von s Colorado Concepts

Silo

Builder: Cornerstone Homes

Silver Creek

Builder: Markel Homes

LONGMONT

Highlands at Fox Hill

Builders: Dream Finders Homes, Landmark Homes

Parkside

Builder: Coast to Coast

Development

Terry Street Townhones

Builder: New Leaf Properties

LOUISVILLE

North End

Builder: Markel Homes

LOVELAND

The Enclave at Dakota Glen

Builder: Glen Homes

The Enclave at Mariana Butte

Builder: American Legend Homes

Eagle Brook Meadows

Builder: Bridgewater Homes, Challenger Homes

The Lakes at Centerra

Builder: Bridgewater Homes Landmark Homes, KB Home

Kinston at Centerra

Builder: Richmond American Homes, Dream Finders Homes

MILLIKEN

Brookstone

Builder: Windmill Homes

Sunfield Builder: Windmill Homes

SUPERIOR

Downtown Superior

Builder: Thrive Home Builders, Remington Homes

Heights at Downtown Superior

Builder: Toll Brothers

Lanterns at Rock Creek

Builder: Boulder Creek

Neighborhoods

Montmere at Autrey Shores

Builder: Koelbel

Rogers Farm Builder: Boulder Creek

Neighborhoods

TIMNATH

Harmony Builder: Landmark Homes

Serratoga Falls

Builder: American Legend Homes, Richmond American Homes

Timnath Lakes Builder: Toll Brothers

Trailside

Builder: Wonderland Homes

Wildwing Patio Homes

Builder: Hartford Homes

WINDSOR

Country Farms Village

Builder: Landmark Homes

Greenspire

Builder: Windmill Homes

RainDance

Builder: American Legend Homes, Hartford Homes, Wonderland Homes

Seasons at Hunters Crossing

Builder: Richmond American Homes

Vernazza Builder: Landmark Homes Village East

Journey Homes

FIND YOUR DREAM HOME!

“We originally thought we did not need an agent to help us with our new home purchase and after several months of frustration, a friend suggested we contact Mar y at Boulder Home Source, within a month she helped us find the perfect new build and negotiated a lower rate and upgrades that we never expected.” The Smiths

Day beds, benches and ottomans, and which to use where

By Cathy Hobbs Tribune News Service (TNS)

Day beds, benches and ottomans come in different shapes and sizes. And while some are for actual sleeping, many are not. Often considered as a space-saving alternative to a regular bed or simply as a space filler, day beds, ottomans and benches can serve a useful purpose.

Day beds

Perhaps you picture a day bed to be a piece of furniture made of white or black painted iron, padded with an ill-fitting mattress, camouflaged with toss pillows. This may have been the standard day bed of decades past, but these days, day beds can serve as an attractive, sleek and even modern addition to the home.

Day beds are often long and thin and can come with or without edges or rails. A day bed is wider and bigger than a bench and is often confused with a chaise, which is

often part of a sectional sofa seating grouping. A day bed can be used in social areas for extra seating, in entry areas and those in which a mattress can be added for sleeping.

Benches

Benches are considerably thinner and smaller than day beds. Benches can be used for function as well as aesthetics.

Benches work well in entryways, at the foot of a bed, as well as in small niches and nooks where a larger piece of furniture typically would not fit. In entertainment

A bench adds a modern element as well as texture in a living space. (Scott Gabriel Morris/Provided photo/TNS)

rooms such as a living room or family room, benches can also provide extra seating and can even be used as an alternative to a traditional coffee table.

Ottomans

Ottomans, typically half the size of a bench, are the most versatile when compared to a day bed or bench. Ottomans can be either used alone or in pairings, often in a set of two or three.

Ottomans can be used for extra seating, as a foot rest or as a decorative furniture element to introduce a new material or color. Because of their small size, ottomans are often a way to introduce a fun material or fabric into a space. Ottomans can also come in various shapes including rectangle, circle, square and oval.

Cathy Hobbs is an Emmy Awardwinning television host and a nationally known interior design home staging expert and short-term rental/vacation home designer. Contact her at info@cathyhobbs.com or visit her website at cathyhobbs.com.

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A bench adds a finishing touch in this bedroom. (Scott Gabriel Morris/ Provided photo/TNS)

REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS

The Following Northern Colo.rado Home Sales were supplied by Colo. rado Weekly Homebuyers List Inc., 303-744-2020. Listed are the buyer, the property address, the seller and the amount.

AULT

• Dominic Martinez -- 612 Alpine Ave., Andrew Guttersen, $412,500.

• Casey & Lisa Elder -- 20495 Highway 14, Highland Properties 3122 LLC, $1,615,000.

BERTHOUD

• Matthew Goddard -- 703 Canyonlands St., Opendoor Property Trust I, $660,000.

• Chad & Tonya Gillespie -- 506 Talons Reach Run, Plumb Constr Inc, $1,039,500.

• Wade & Kimberly Darrow -- 2750 Heron Lakes Parkway, Sopris Devl LLC, $1,842,700.

BOULDER

• Julia Walsh -- 937 Roxwood Lane Apt B, Roxwood LLC, $587,700.

• Kimberly Frost -- 3521 Spring Creek Place, Linda Hardesty, $630,000.

• Tristan Blommer -- 3502 Smuggler Way, Brian & Nicole Moore, $860,000.

• Trevor Ryland -- 3814 Fredericks Court, Zachary & Charlot Sandkuhler, $875,000.

• Mary & Joseph Sheeter -- 4299 Sumac Court, Bobbi G. Bensman, $1,015,000.

• James Levison -- 4661 Sunshine Canyon Drive, Chad & Sara Knight, $1,865,000.

BROOMFIELD

• Amanda Montague -- 18 Evergreen St., Robert Ditmon, $335,000.

$485,000.

• Jacob & Charlotte Sorum -1373 Elmwood St., Mary Ellen Sucato, $487,000.

• William Rush -- 10795 Bear Cub Drive, Judith S. Schwartzman Trust, $530,000.

• Maude Torp -- 3534 Buffalo Ave., Vincent Frank, $560,000.

• Thomas & Deborah Lale -- 2715 Bryant Drive, Sesha Sailendra Chetlur, $565,000.

• Stephanie Bressan -- 17769 Fox St., Lennar Colo. LLC, $565,000.

• Jason Davis -- 13716 Via Varra, Meritage Homes Colo. Inc, $584,100.

• Sampath Kumar -- 17796 Fox St., Lennar Colo. LLC, $600,000.

• Geoffrey Liebrock -- 13720 Via Varra, Meritage Homes Colo. Inc, $626,900.

Elliott Apartments are located in a historic residential neighborhood in Longmont, Colorado Just two blocks from beautiful main street Longmont, Elliott Apartments has easy access to shopping, restaurants, and entertainment.

Offering 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments.

418 Emer y St. Longmont • (303) 772-6452

801 Brooklawn Drive, Boulder

• Andrew Godfrey -- 13598 Via Varra Unit 309, Nicholas Michael Corne, $380,000.

• Cody Carroll -- 13358 Alcott Circle, Renato & Dolores Rama, $475,000.

• Craig Salerno -- 259 Garnet St., Stephen Delano Baxley,

• Kelsey Barlow -- 13708 Via Varra, Meritage Homes Colo. Inc, $640,000.

• Zavvie Offers -- 16573 Antero Circle, William & Daniel Tumas, $659,000.

• Kara Schmiemann -- 17792 Fox St., Lennar Colo. LLC, $710,000.

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY &

$2,650,000

Modern estate on a private fully fenced short acre in the City of Boulder showcasing 5000 + SQF, 6 bedrooms and 6 baths. Also unique to this property is the quaint detached cottage providing potential rental income of $2,000+ month. Once inside you’re greeted with an abundance of natural light & floor to ceiling windows w/ doors framing expansive views of the southern exposed backyard. Entertainers will delight in the open concept kitchen, living room & dining room with its seamless indoor & outdoor flow to your backyard oasis. Stunning custom kitchen w/ quartzite counters, Thermador appliances, massive center island & prep sink. The primary suite w/ attached bonus room has an elegant spa bath w/ soaking tub, curbless marble shower, luxury fixtures & brand new custom walk-in closets. Lower level rec room, complete with its own high end kitchen, is per fect for movies or separate guest quarters and completes the home’s tremendous separation of space w/ its own kitchen, large daylight windows & huge bedroom w/ bath. Relax outdoors on the bluestone patio or one of the multi-tiered decks w/ built in benches/ planters & hot tub. This magnificent setting includes a detached cottage /office/rental income, EV charging station, irrigation well, fruit trees & screened porch all 25 minutes from downtown Denver Owner financing possible.

Matt DePofi

303.545.5555 • mdepofi@thelandmarkgroup1.com

1721 Montgomery Circle, Longmont • $1,293,000

Original owners of this amazing, semi-custom home. Tuscan Farm House in the middle of Colorado. Tons of upgrades makes this home totally unique & unlike any other Backs to open space farm-land with the most incredible view of Union Res. With the harvest moon shining down on the lake. If it looks familiar this home was selected for the 2019 Christmas Home Tour.

Primary bedroom sets apart with Classic 5 piece bath with over size tub Just light candles, add bubbles & a glass of wine. 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom, plus a study on the main level 3 fireplaces, 3 car attached garage. Finished basement with workout room, sauna and steam shower. Large wet bar perfect for entertaining game days or cozy movie nights– pass the popcorn! Beautiful Landscaping built in BBQ Extended Patio, waterfall located in the sought after golf community of Sundance. Bordering Ute Creek Golf Course, with private neighborhood Pool & Clubhouse.

Troy Terr y 303-956-6793

TroyTerr yHomes@gmail.com TroyTerr yHomes.com

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• Michelle & Joshua Ingle -17628 Datura St., Lennar Colo. LLC, $765,000.

• David & Kimberly Jacobs -14215 Waterside Lane, Michael & Kristine Reetz, $845,000.

• Meredith & Colin Williams -- 16662 Tejon Lane, Weekley Homes LLC, $928,600.

ERIE

• Kyle Mcdonnell -- 275 Pierce St., Erin N Mcintoshwentorf, $495,100.

• Stephanie Delks -- 425 Tynan Court, Ashley & Jo Keltner, $580,000.

• Christine Nichols -- 1150 Mircos St., Mark K Justice, $660,000.

• Mohamed Salman -- 1950 Miranda Road, Lennar Colo. LLC, $670,000.

• Allison & Zachary Sant -- 281 Maddox Lane, Lennar Colo. LLC, $690,000.

• Gregory & Jennifer Heavener -- 1960 Miranda Road, Lennar Colo. LLC, $740,000.

• Say Tu -- 1700 Alpine Drive, Hpa Borrower 2020 D Tl LLC, $750,000.

• Nancy Khanna -- 1036 Quarry Circle, Boulder Creek Colliers LLC, $876,800.

• Lauren & Keith Whittier -- 3113 Stevens Circle S, Carol A Locher, $907,500.

• Adolphe Kajangwe -- 670 Green Mountain Drive, Richmond Am Homes Colo. Inc, $916,500.

FIRESTONE

• Mohinderjit Singh -- 472 Buchanan Ave., Patricia L Griffith, $440,000.

• Carrie Burger -- 12801 Crane River Drive, Vincent & Leslie Power, $515,000.

• Nabaraj & Bhawana Sapkota -- 12900 Brier Court, Lennar Colo. LLC, $560,000.

• Jane & Damon Guy -- 4903 St Vrain Road, Ian Eric Owen, $650,000.

GREELEY

• Trina Adame -- 3911 Glacier Drive, Dillon Frisk, $220,000.

• Jacob Lanier -- 2530 10th Ave. Court, Dustin D Tanner, $265,000.

• Leroy Martinez -- 1019 14th St., Laura Lynn Schultz, $285,000.

• Brian Myers -- 6915 W 3rd St. Unit 315, Sara C Aragon, $327,000.

• Monica & Oscar Aguirre

-- 2116 Wedgewood Court, Laurie Pelzer, $341,000.

• Zoilo Garcia -- 1512 28th Ave. Court, Mark A Poll, $375,000.

• Brandy Wright -- 1702 102nd Ave. Court, Journey Homes LLC, $403,700.

• Cynthia Shofer -- 2029 8th Ave., Blue Oak Properties LLC, $439,000.

• James Harrison -- 216 N 45th Ave. Court, Gwen M Arguello, $440,000.

• George & Angela Guerra -- 10416 17th St., Journey Homes LLC, $440,400.

• Elizabeth Dyer -- 1229 40th Ave., Daniel & Laurie Gonzales, $445,000.

• Tsegay Kansay -- 10506 17th St., J J Constr Northern Colo. LLC, $448,500.

• Hugo Martinez -- 1923 Cherry Ave., Rene Godinez, $449,000.

• Christopher Wood -- 1810 13th Ave., Susan T Viney, $450,000.

• Christopher & Jodie Kurz -- 10502 17th St., J J Constr Northern Colo. LLC, $455,900.

• Marian & Joshua Kedziora -4803 W 6th St. Road, Raymond Rocha, $460,000.

• Sandra & Robert Knapton -2751 W Reservoir Road, Eric L Stull, $505,700.

• Matthew & Shaylen Young -1420 41st Ave. Court, Michael & Rose Silvy, $520,000.

• Michael & Marlo Rogers -6512 2nd St., Cb Signature Homes LLC, $563,500.

JOHNSTOWN

• Chakib & Basel Hamdan -- 314 Oriole Way, Baessler Townhomes Colo. LLC, $339,700.

• Nicholas Martinen -- 777 Harvard St., Lennar Colo. LLC, $455,000.

• Benjamin & Kathleen Aderhold -- 1906 Cherry Lane, Jodie Lynn Hackleman Trust, $495,000.

• Trevor & Kate Peterson -- 778 Harvard St., Lennar Colo. LLC, $520,000.

• Kevin Nelson -- 503 N County Road 3, Anita R Comer, $698,000.

LAFAYETTE

• Douglas Tiefel -- 10046 Arapahoe Road, Richard R Rollins, $750,000.

LONGMONT

• Jamie Kempfer -- 1041 Townley Circle, Tld Management Inc, $420,000.

• Delfin Lozano -- 2429 Meadow St., Fernando & Merce Zuniga, $425,000.

• Justin Rauchwarg -- 109 17th Ave., George & Joseph Grippa, $430,000.

• Araceli Ageous -- 10441 Durango Place, Steven Allen Thew, $430,000.

• Susan & Brett Rohlfing -- 724 Widgeon Circle, Peter A Rodriguez, $649,000.

• Danny Aparicio -- 2437 Steppe Drive, Stephen P Trunck, $650,000.

• Ronald & Phaedra Kidd -- 9061 Apache Road, Nohemi Guillen, $675,000.

• Bryan & Janene Tylor -- 548 E 16th Ave., Pablo C Vazquez, $690,000.

• Alexey & Danyelle Semjonovs -- 11674 Montgomery Circle, Garrett & Irene Huck, $875,000.

• Mark & Jennifer Braman -4318 Heatherhill Circle, John R Peterson, $1,546,200.

LOUISVILLE

• Anthony & Anna Silva -- 1509 Madison Court, Jason Glenn, $650,000.

• Thomas Dressler -- 670 W Pine St., Jeremy & Juni Margrie, $905,000.

LOVELAND

• James & Michie Johnson -3955 Sand Beach Lake Court, Paul H Kuhlman, $100,000.

• Marylou Rogers -- 1100 Taft Ave. Unit 26, Joanne & Jo Bellairs, $367,500.

• Emma Newton -- 1232 22nd St. Sw, Maria Chacon, $410,000.

• Erin Carleton -- 485 Amethyst Ave., Donald J Jenkins, $445,000.

• Almontasir & Nuray Elrabaa -- 6234 Wild Rye St., Lennar Colo. LLC, $447,000.

• Leslie Wasson -- 530 Magpie Drive, Marilyn V Conn, $450,000.

• Beverly Irwin -- 2153 Virgo Circle, Calvin Kelley, $450,000.

• Kale Moore -- 3005 White Oak Court, Olivia Rae Gallagher, $465,000.

• Elizabeth Williams -- 4381 Sunridge Drive, Tracie Thompson Living Trust, $473,000.

• Ethan Jenkins -- 412 Edgewood Drive, Rachel Vanblankenship, $475,000.

• Naomi Lemieux -- 4939 N Franklin Ave., Ian David Lind-

say, $485,500.

• Travis & Chelsea Dudley -- 3804 Logan Drive, Brian R Card, $488,000.

• Peter & Leanne Trozan -- 2588 Mary Beth Drive, James & Sandra Marquiss, $506,000.

• David & Nora Loomis -- 625 Heckle Court, David & Rachel Griess, $515,000.

• Christopher Davidson -- 3108 Da Vinci Drive, Aspen Homes Colo. Inc, $529,000.

• Melissa & Connor Jahnke -2544 Painted Turtle Ave., Lennar Colo. LLC, $545,000.

• Dean & Beverly Roark -- 4196 Greenhorn Drive, Tatlac LLC, $570,200.

• Raymond Mireles -- 965 Volans Drive, H7r7 LLC, $578,000.

• Diana Kline -- 3531 Saguaro Drive, Jeffrey & Mildred Collier, $600,000.

• Brian & Anita Card -- 5624 Maher Ave., Tralon Homes LLC, $625,000.

• Sandra & James Marquiss -- 5250 Georgetown Drive, Steven & Lucinda Phillips, $630,000.

WINDSOR

• Erik & Katelyn Woodwick -- 826 Locust St., Betty Jo Dibble, $460,000.

• Brett & Anne Scheetz -- 5136 Carmon Drive, Monika Illdiko Valdez, $500,000.

• Kathryn & Timothy Simmons -- 1520 Waterfront Drive, Op Gold Llc, $530,000.

• Heather & Jeffrey Hubach -- 5483 Shady Oaks Drive, Richmond Am Homes Colo. Inc, $564,800.

• Shelli & Ronald West -- 6245 Vernazza Way Unit 3, Vernazza Townhomes Llc, $590,900.

• Kaylah Thornton -- 1561 Sorenson Drive, Timothy & Susan Bebo, $596,800.

• Jason Pendleton -- 6245 Vernazza Way Unit 1, Vernazza Townhomes Lllc, $609,500.

• Michael & Madeline Wells -- 4611 Horizon Ridge Drive, Curtis & Julie Fix, $637,000.

• Kyle & Madison Crowley -1727 Covered Bridge Parkway, Jonathan & Victoria Emmitt, $667,500.

• Matthew & Katherine Fergen -- 1997 Orchard Bloom Drive, Ryan & Joanna Sheets, $920,000.

• Peter Myers -- 1263 Horned Owl Court, J A Family Trust, $1,650,000.