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HOME Here’s

experts are saying about

interior design trends

By Hunter Boyce

The Atlanta JournalConstitution (TNS)

It may be hard to imagine, but 2023 is almost here. With less than two months separating us from the new year, experts are weighing in with their predictions for 2023’s top interior design trends. According to the pros, it’s going to be a beautiful year for interior design.

It’s a lot to get into, but it all starts with the question: What are some design trends that you think will be huge in 2023?

“In 2022 plaster and lime wash started to make their way into design again and I think 2023 is going to be the year it is infused deep into the design of everyone’s homes!”

Lindye Galloway, founder and chief creative officer at Lindye Galloway Design Studio, told A Design Partnership. “I also think there will be a lean towards warmer colors for moodier spaces that are emphasized through rich colors and textures.”

According to Joshua Smith, principal designer and founder at Joshua Smith Inc., 2023 is

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going to be another big year for health and wellness.

“We’ll continue to see a focus on health and wellness in 2023 as people are now valuing their homes more than ever,” he explained. “When it comes to space planning, clients are requesting intentional spaces for activities like meditation, yoga, exercise, and last but not least, home spas – hello Gwyneth Paltrow!

“Incorporating nature into our living spaces is becoming increasingly popular. Whether it bring the outdoors in – via mother nature’s air filtration system (aka house plants) – or bringing the indoors out –through the increased use of

outdoor kitchens and other multi-purpose exterior living spaces.”

As far as color schemes are concerned, expect more dramatic looks next year.

“Soft blush pinks and corals will be big in 2023 as designers move away from all white and gray decor,” Jerad Gardemal, principal designer and owner of JF Garemal Designs, said. “It is a great way to reintroduce color into a home that was more monochromatic. Faux finishes on powder room walls and mantels will also be on trend. Dark accent walls in large rooms will provide a dramatic accent in an open floor plan home.”

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Post Thanksgiving quiz: How to know if you had a good celebration

Ah, Thanksgiving!

It’s that special time of year when we are filled with gratitude, and a huge amount of mashed potatoes, stuffing, smothered vegetables, turkey parts and pies. How do you know if your family and friends had a great Thanksgiving at your place? After the holiday, if you answer “yes” to several of these questions you’ve probably had a pretty good time:

The Food

Were all stove burners and every square inch of your oven put to use? Was there so much food that you could barely fit all the serving dishes on your counter tops?

Was your plate piled so incredibly high with food that any other time of year you would find it outrageous – and yet you still refilled your plate a few times to get everything you wanted to eat? Did you eat so much that you had to undo the top button of your pants yet you still continued to stuff more delicious food into your body?

When deciding between the types of desserts, was your choice “all of the above”? Forget the little wussy dessert plate: Did you need a big plate for

just your “pie course” which included whipped cream and/or vanilla ice cream?

Did you eat so much that you were incapable of movement; you simply had to recline like a beached walrus and slowly digest the thousands of calories you consumed?

Did you have two Thanksgiving meals: the original one, and then a “top off” one later in the day? Was that second meal somehow even better than the first?

The Adults

Did everybody basically get along without any major kerfuffles due to differing opinions about politics, the economy or the “House of the Dragon” series? Despite the state of the world, could folks actually acknowledge things for which they are grateful?

The Kids

Did the little kids - like the adorable, little maniacs they are - run around the house at least two thousand times while screaming at the tops of their lungs? Did they slide down the stairs and bonk their heads?

Did at least one of them end up crying convulsively while snot ran down their face? Did they smear the glass doors with some sticky substances? Did they sufficiently “love” (AKA terrorize) the poor dog so much that it ended up cowering in fear under your bed?

The Spirits

After a full day of celebrating, were there so many empty beer and wine bottles that you were somewhat taken aback? Do you secretly blame this amount of bottles on your loud, tipsy uncle even though several other guests and you “topped off” your wine

glasses throughout dinner?

The Clean Up

After the meal, was the kitchen blanketed with dirty pots, pans and piles of dishes? Was sticky gravy coating all the counters? Were mashed potatoes somehow flecked on the walls?

Did at least one dish or glass get chipped or broken? Were a few pieces of flatware accidentally thrown out (usually the spoons for some strange reason)?

Is your refrigerator precariously stuffed to the tipping point with all the leftovers that have completely exhausted your supply of storage containers – even after you sent your guests home with bags of goodies? Are you afraid to open the door and have things fall upon you?

The Finale

After everybody left, do you think, “Why did I eat so much?” while cutting yourself another piece of pie? And then did you think, “Well, calories don’t count today. It’s a holiday after all.”

Mary Lynn Bruny writes about local real estate and home-related topics. Contact her at ml.bruny@comcast.net. To read previous The Lighter Side articles, go to athomecolorado. com/the-lighter-side.

MARY LYNN BRUNY

REAL ESTATE

The importance of staging your home

You want the home sale process to be as painless and profitable as possible. The less time a home spends on the market, the greater the chance it will sell for the asking price, or above. Even though we are still in a seller’s market, staging your home is a crucial step in the process and offers a greater guarantee of the best possible outcome. Here are some of the major reasons you should stage your home prior to listing it.

Staging your home makes for better photos

Prior to ever listing your home, your experienced realtor will bring in a professional photographer to take photos that show your home in its best light. People want to be able to picture their lives happening in a house they intend to buy. Your furniture, photos, travel memorabilia, etc. make it much

harder for someone to imagine themselves and their family creating memories in your space. Staging your home prior to taking photos can remove personal touches while still leaving a welcoming feel. According to the Real Estate Staging Association, sellers who staged before listing sold their homes 87% faster than those who waited until after listing. You’ll have the best possible marketing material to attract people to your open house, or even entice them to make an offer before touring. As the market shifts from a sellers’ market towards a balanced market or even a buyers’ market, staging a home can set you apart from the competition.

Staging makes your home look newer

Because staging companies will implement modern trends, use new furniture, and eye-catching fixtures, your home’s overall aesthetic is instantly elevated. A few cosmetic renovations and sophisticated touches paired with tastefully selected

furniture can make your house appear move-in ready. Buyers won’t be as inclined to make a laundry list of items they’ll feel compelled to redo, and be more likely to meet your asking price. According to NAR, 38% more buyers want to see a home that has been professionally staged than the alternative - even if they are unaware it’s been staged. Effective staging highlights your home’s positive attributes while minimizing less desirable qualities. Staging draws in elements of color theory by selecting discerning hues to curate a sense of tranquility and peace. Regardless of the buyers’ interior design preferences, the right kind of staging is tasteful and attractive to any and all personal aesthetics.

Staging gives the space context

It may seem that an empty room would appear larger than one filled with furniture, but often the opposite is the case. Without any furniture for visual scale in the main bedroom, it’s hard to tell how much space a king, queen, or full bed

would take up. Likewise for smaller rooms, creating a cozy, warm atmosphere with certain furniture can make the space feel comfortable.

If you want your home to sell quickly at or above the asking price, stage it before listing. According to the National Realtors Association, it is 83% easier for buyers to imagine the property as a future home if it is already staged. A HomeGain survey found that staging a home resulted in an average 196% return on the cost to stage. Financially savvy home sellers know that staging a home prior to listing it is a surefire way to generate interest, increase foot traffic, and quickly close with the maximized amount of profit.

Jennifer is an awardwinning, licensed Realtor® at milehimodern real estate in Boulder with more than twenty years of experience. She specializes in Luxury neighborhoods, home builders and current market conditions. Visit jenniferegbert.com, e-mail by visiting jenniferegbert.com/ contact or call 720.802.3050.

JENNIFER EGBERT

As the holiday season approaches, it is time to think about gifts. Parents or family members of home buyers – especially rst-time home buyers – often contribute to the down payment funds in the form of a gift. In fact, 28% of buyers used gift funds from family or friends for a down payment in 2021, according to the National Association of Realtors.

That’s especially true today as the rise in real estate prices has only made the challenge of saving enough for a down payment even more dif cult. Down payment gifts are often given as wedding presents, college graduation or other milestone events. Some parents choose to add to their child’s down payment fund each year for birthdays or holidays.

While gifting for down payments is common, there are a number of rules to follow in order to avoid complications or tax liability. Here are highlights of the rules noted by SmartAsset.com and BankRate. com. We also recommend talking with your nancial advisor before making a gift.

Documentation – the gift letter

Lenders prefer that down payment gifts are from a family member, such as a parent, grandparent or sibling. When a down payment gift is being made, the lender will require detailed documentation.

Smartasset.com writes that the donor will need to write a letter that includes the name of the donor, the donor’s relationship to the gift recipient, the date and amount of the gift and a statement that the money is a gift and is not to be repaid. The donor and recipient both need to sign the letter.

The lender may also require documents such as a copy of the deposit slip when it is transferred into the recipient’s account. Or it the gift has not yet been made but will be at the time of purchase, the lender may require a copy of the donor’s bank statement to show proof of the availability of the funds.

Timing of down payment gifts

Down payment gifts can be made at any time prior to the purchase of the home. However, it’s better to make the gift sooner so that the money is already in the homebuyer’s account. Most lenders look at your bank statements from the past two to three months. Experts also advise against making large deposits or withdrawals from your bank account after you apply for your mortgage and before you purchase the home.

Rules on the amount of gift down payments

From the homebuyer’s perspective, the amount you can receive as a down payment gift depends on the type of mortgage. Standard conventional loans allow varying amounts depending on the percentage of your down payment. If you’re putting down 20% of the purchase price or more, all of the down payment can be gifted. If you putting down less than 20%, only a portion can be gifted. SmartAsset.com writes that the nal split depends on the loan type.

For example, if the loan is FHA or VA and your credit score is above the minimum threshold of 580, the entire down payment can be gifted. If the home buyer’s credit score

is below 580, the buyer must pay at least 3.5% of the down payment.

It’s important to note that gift down payments are only acceptable on primary or secondary home purchases, according to SmartAsset.com.

Gift tax rules

BankRate.com speci es that for tax year 2022, each parent can gift each of their children up to $16,000 for a down payment – a total of $32,000 collectively –without being subject to the gift tax. Other family members have a $16,000 lending limit before they also run into the gift tax.

For more information see the full articles at smartasset.com/ mortgage/what-are-the-rulesfor-down-payment-gifts and bankrate.com/mortgages/giftingchild-down-payment.

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.

TOM KALINSKI

COVERPROFILE

Let Blingle! Light Up Your Home for the Holidays!

By Emma Castleberry At Home Colorado

Photos Courtesy: Blingle!

Blingle! Premier Lighting is a locally owned and operated outdoor lighting company that specializes in holiday lighting, landscape lighting and permanent and event lighting for both residential and commercial customers.

Owners Stacy Norris and William Clark are passionate about their work and have a deep understanding of how lighting can affect one’s experience of a space. “During the first holiday season of the pandemic,” says Clark, “while we were all stuck in our homes, we found lighting our house to be a huge comfort. As we drove around our area, it looked like many others were going the extra mile to make their homes more cheery as well.” A year later, when the pair were exploring options for a business, they remembered how lighting had provided comfort in a time of struggle. “We learned about Blingle! and felt it was a perfect

fit especially with Stacy’s deep love for landscape and lighting design,” says Clark. Blingle! Northwest Denver opened its doors in September of this year. “We are not only committed to premier lighting, but we are also committed to providing you a

premier customer service experience,” says Clark. “Our lighting specialists and design team are eager to help bring your lighting project to life-from design to installation, to ongoing support, Blingle! is your trusted lighting partner and will be with you every

step of the way.”

From start to finish, Blingle! Premier Lighting makes your lighting project easy and personalized. The menu of options is broad: Blingle! offers low-voltage LED lights, string lighting, patio chandeliers, accent lighting, accessibility and path lighting, and a variety of lights for outdoor spaces like docks, gardens, and decks. The team will work with you to decide what is best for your event, landscape, or holiday lighting design.

The lighting design experts will help realize your vision or provide you with inspiration using computer-based lighting technology that allows you to customize down to the very last detail – every bulb matters! Once you’ve landed on a design plan you love, Blingle! will use photos of your space to show you exactly how your lighting project is expected to look. This gives you a real-time opportunity to provide feedback and make final changes before installation.

After you’ve approved your project plan, Blingle! provides a written proposal with cost estimates so you can monitor the budget of your project and avoid surprise charges. After the proposal is accepted, it’s time to schedule installation. Blingle! provides a variety of installation times to suit their customers busy schedules, but be aware that the holiday calendar tends to fill up quickly –book your holiday lighting project today!

On installation day, you’ll meet your Blingle! lighting specialists on site at the start of the project, but you don’t have to stay for the entire installation. Duration of installation varies depending on the complexity of your lighting project. A simple rooftop lighting arrangement might take no more than an hour, with more elaborate tree and yard designs requiring several hours of installation time. With workmanship and product warranties for Blingle!’s services, you never have to worry about the quality and

function of your lighting while it’s installed. Their easy-to-reach customer service team will address any issues with your lighting project quickly and without any fuss.

One of the best perks of a Blingle! Premier Lighting installation is that you don’t have to worry about clean-up! Blingle! will come and remove all the lights from your project in a timely fashion. The company devotes several weeks in January to take-down of holiday lighting projects and will be sure to have your lights removed well before the end of the month.

For Clark and Norris, providing impressive, high-quality lighting design allows them to not only offer an uplifting and important service to their community, but also creates an opportunity for them to interact with their neighbors near and far. “We are really enjoying getting to know more folks in our immediate neighborhood and across the region,” says Norris. “Everyone has been so great to work with and so appreciative of the sparkle we bring to their homes.”

Norris and Clark have been members of

the Boulder and Broomfield community for more than 6 years and they are committed to community involvement. Blingle! Northwest Denver is already a member of the local school Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). “While we are getting the business up and running, we have explored opportunities to support local youth sporting teams and have plans to join the various Chambers of Commerce within the communities that we serve,” says Norris. “We are keen to make Blingle! a lasting part of our local community and are always open to new ways to become engaged.”

Blingle! Premier Lighting of Northwest Denver has recently completed projects in Candelas, Anthem, Leyden Rock, Vista Ridge, Dacono and Commerce City. “We are extremely proud of each job and looking forward to the other jobs we have lined up for the holiday season,” says Clark. Call 303.854.6820 or visit Blingle.com/ northwest-denver-co to arrange a consultation and light up your home with holiday cheer from Blingle! Northwest Denver!

REAL ESTATE 2022 Report by Lawrence Yun, National Association of Realtors chief economist

Each year, Realtors® attending the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) conference learn about up-to-theminute real estate trends and analysis to help serve their clients with a high level of knowledge and professionalism. A highlight at this year’s conference in Orlando, Florida was NAR Chief Economist and Senior VP of Research Dr. Lawrence Yun who presented his annual report and predictions for the year ahead. Below are a few salient points and graphs from his presentation this year.

Housing starts

The U.S. needs to build an average of 1.5 million new homes a year just to keep up with growth in the number of new households. 2005 was the last year that the threshold of 1.5 million new homes was constructed. Since that time, but especially during the recession, new home starts have fallen far below that 1.5 million mark. Now in 2019, the U.S. is down 5 to 6 million homes, which is the main reason for such a shortage of homes across the country. The graph below shows that the number of housing starts is nowhere close to the 1.5 million housing starts needed each year.

Existing home sales

In 2017 there were 5.5 million existing home sales nationwide, followed by 5.3 million in 2018. The decrease was likely due to lack of inventory available to purchase. Lawrence’s prediction for the sale numbers to be about 5.5 million in 2019 and 5.6 million in 2020.

Home Inventory

Inventory peaked at 4 million homes nationally during the beginning of the recession in 2007. Over the past year, inventory has dipped to an historic low of under 1 million and then come back up, but our housing inventory is still lower than two years ago.

Mortgage rates

Average mortgage interest rates were at 8% in 2000. There was a steady decline in rates to a historic low of 3.35% in 2012.

Mortgage rates started at 4.46% in January of 2019 and fell to 3.8% in November. Now in 2022 rates are in the 7% range. The pressure on rates is due to inflation and the yield on the 10-year Treasuries. The graph below shows the relationship between mortgage rate and the 10-year Treasury Bill.

Will prices fall?

The most common question Dr. Yun says he gets asked is “Will prices fall?” According to Dr. Yun, “Conditions today are very different than the last boom/bust cycle. In 2004 we had a huge oversupply of new homes. In 2022, we still have a huge undersupply of new homes which should continue to support the value of homes.” Below is Dr. Yun’s forecast.

Remember, all real estate is local, right down to the street. National statistics are very general trends. Be sure to consult your local Realtor® for the most up to date information for your neighborhood.

Duane has been a Realtor for RE/MAX of Boulder 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.

DUANE DUGGAN

Charts and Graphs Courtesy: National Association of Realtors®.

STYLE AT HOME

An ode to decorating with plaid

By Katie Laughridge Tribune News Service (TNS)

From decorating with buffalo check to styling classic tartan, plaid is an incredibly versatile pattern with a rich history. While plaid is often associated with fall and winter, you know I believe this pattern looks great all year long.

I’ve previously written about my love for plaid, from Scottish tartans to the bold and beautiful check pattern. While we certainly don’t have the time for me to wax poetic about every type of plaid there is, I did want to take a moment to highlight the variety of ways you can decorate with your favorite plaid pattern this season and beyond.

Suffice it to say, this may be one of the Scottish’s greatest legacies in the fashion world thus far. While the history of tartan goes back to as early as 3000 BC, and though ancient pieces of cloth have been found in more areas of the world than just Scotland, the Scots have become known for their ties to the textile. Dating back to the 1600s, the tartan pattern has been a mark of a Scottish man. Different patterns and colors served as clan or family identifiers, and they wore kilts that proudly showed off their family’s grand plaid. Scottish families continue to carry on the tartan tradition, and in the textile world, the timeless patterns will never go out of style.

Tartan plaid

If you ask someone to close their eyes and imagine plaid, it is likely a tartan that immediately comes to mind. Tartan (or the Scottish plaid) is the plaid pattern best characterized by horizontal and vertical lines intersecting each other that together form different sizes of squares or checks all throughout the fabric. Among the most popular patterns are the Royal

Decorating with Tartan plaid

Go bold if your love for plaid is insurmountable. Decorate with this pattern in larger pieces like a sofa, rug or floor-to-ceiling window treatments. If you aren’t fully on board with the plaid look, try using it as an accent in pillows or a throw blanket. Although it is used often around this time of year, plaid can be used year-round to add dimension to your design. I often think of plaid as a neutral in this way.

Decorating with gingham and buffalo plaid

Wander off-grid to a playful cottage aesthetic by decorating with gingham. While this pattern has been thrust into the spotlight with the emergence of cottagecore, its popularity as a pattern is not new.

While decorating with gingham may conjure quaint country cottage vibes, it is actually a very versatile pattern. With the simple use of scale and color, this pattern can transition from a French country table to a stately dining room wall. Larger-

scale prints work well on drapes, walls and bold vibrant colors. In a small-scale pattern or natural or toned-down colorway, the fabric boasts a beautiful aged finish – perfect for a period home. Pair your gingham with florals for a classic look that can work in any room.

Decorating with checkered plaid

The checkerboard motif has recently stepped into the spotlight as the check of the moment. The classic staggered arrangement of (traditionally) black and white squares, reminiscent of a chessboard, is once again popping up across flooring, textiles, wallpaper and more. When used lightly, these checks can add a bolt dash of print and eclecticism into a room. While black and white checks go through periods of peak popularity (like right now), they never completely go out of style and complement many other patterns and styles. Apply a checkered fabric to pop a traditional armchair; selecting a more neutral pattern (white on gray) gives it a modern feel, while a more distinctive pattern (blue and white) looks more traditional.

Windowpane

The windowpane, as the name implies, is a variation of the plaid pattern, which looks reminiscent of windowpanes. Consider this fabric the bigger brother of the graphic check that is somehow in a league of its own thanks to its popularity in men’s clothing.

Decorating with windowpane plaid

In the living room, plaid pillows, blankets, window panels, rugs and upholstery add subtle visual interest without the busyness of a more complex pattern. In the kitchen and dining room, coasters, napkins, place mats, tea towels and tablecloths or runners bring in a dash of style.

And in the bedroom, crisp windowpane bedding elements are so much more exciting than solid alternatives.

Houndstooth

While often associated with men’s suiting fabric, chef’s pants and Sherlock Holmes’ hat, houndstooth has found firm footing in home decor. More dynamic than idle squares, houndstooth looks like it’s on the move. It’s a type of twill made by alternating bands of four dark and four light threads in both vertical and horizontal directions. One thread is advanced at each pass to give it its characteristic slant. Smallscale houndstooth is casually referred to as puppytooth. While there’s no dimension threshold separating the two, houndstooth at this more reserved scale is undeniably classic.

Decorating with houndstooth

While houndstooth traditionally has a clubby, highbrow tone, used in the right way it can also feel fresh, bright and youthful. Windowpane plaid isn’t the only one capitalizing on its relationship to men’s clothing. To add a tailored, clean and classic look associated with men’s fashion, incorporate houndstooth in one of a variety of scales and colors. Although it’s considered a traditional pattern, large-scale houndstooth has a more contemporary aesthetic. But it is also important to consider the size of the houndstooth pattern in relationship to the components of your furniture piece. A larger pattern “falling off” the side of a thin swooping arm of a chair would lose its refinement. Elegance is in the details.

Adapted from nellhills.com. Katie Laughridge is the owner of Kansas City interior design destination Nell Hill’s. For more information, contact Katie at info@nellhills.com.

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NEW HOME BUILDERS / COMMUNITIES

BOULDER, BROOMFIELD & LONGMONT AREA

BOULDER

1 Velo Condos Builder: Thistle Velo LLC

BROOMFIELD

8 Baseline Colorado Builders: Boulder Creek Neighborhoods, Meritage Homes, Thrive Home Builders

7 Vive on Via Varra Builder: Meritage Homes

ERIE

22 Coal Creek Commons Builder: Century Communities 23 Colliers Hill Builders: Boulder Creek Neighborhoods, KB Home, Richmond American 20 Compass Builder: Lennar 21 Erie Commons Builder: Boulder Creek Neighborhoods

Our region is home to more than 300,000 residents and includes some of the most diverse, natural landscapes and sustainable development along the Norther n Front Range of Colorado

From open space, land use and sustainability policies to forwardthinking and compassionate human services programs, our city and town gover nments help foster a vibrant, healthy and active community 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.

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

24 Erie Highlands Builder: Oakwood Homes 27 Erie Village Builder: Porchfront Homes 18 Flatiron Meadows Builder: KB Home, Taylor Morrison, Toll Brothers 26 Morgan Hill Builder: Lennar 19 Rex Ranch Builder: Taylor Morrison 25 Westerly Builder: McStain Neighborhoods, SLC Homes, Wonderland Homes 28 Wild Rose Builder: Lennar

FIRESTONE

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

FREDERICK

10 Seasons at Silverstone Builder: Richmond American Homes LAFAYETTE 15 Blue Sage Builder: Markel Homes 16 Avalon Meadows Builder: Von’s Colorado Concepts 17 Silo Builder: Cor nerstone Homes 14 Silver Creek Builder: Markel Homes

LOUISVILLE 13 North End Builder: Markel Homes

SUPERIOR

3 Downtown Superior Builder: Thrive Home Builders, Remington Homes

4 Heights at Downtown Superior Builder: Toll Brothers

5 Lanter ns at Rock Creek Builder: Boulder Creek Neighborhoods

6 Montmere at Autrey Shores Builder: Koelbel

2 Rogers Farm Builder: Boulder Creek Neighborhoods

LONGMONT

11 Highlands at Fox Hill Builders: Dream Finders Homes, Landmark Homes 12 Parkside Builder: Coast to Coast Development 29 Terry Street Townhones Builder: New Leaf Properties

“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

$855,000

827 613 (25.9) $568,264 $720,897 26.9

58 56 (3.4) $475,000 $545,000 14.7

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90 99 10.0 $413,770 $485,459 17.3

25 29 16.0 $410,300 $485,459 18.3 Lafayette 10 18 $471,550 35 $467,500 Lafayette 164 122 (25.6) $457,662 $514,805 12.5 Lafayette 35 35 0.0 $460,000 $526,500 14.5 Longmont 23 82 $470,681 41 $474,400 Longmont 304 249 (18.1) $403,005 $467,167 15.9 Longmont 30 24 (20.0) $386,500 $450,000 16.4 Louisville 4 7 $738,294 43 $768,750 Louisville 80 57 (28.8) $535,539 $603,081 12.6 Louisville 59 34 (42.4) $482,223 $560,000 16.1 Lyons 0 0 $0 0 $0 Lyons 0 0 N/A $0 $0 N/A Lyons 0 0 N/A $0 $0 N/A Mountains 0 0 $0 0 $0 Mountains 3 4 33.3 $377,633 $412,000 9.1 Mountains 64 67 4.7 $339,900 $397,500 16.9 Niwot 1 1 $275,000 85 $275,000 Niwot 17 11 (35.3) $314,400 $339,545 8.0 Niwot 27 24 (11.1) $301,000 $290,000 (3.7) Plains 6 13 $406,000 49 $422,000 Plains 120 77 (35.8) $402,840 $472,883 17.4 Plains 44 35 (20.5) $373,500 $429,000 14.9 Superior 6 32 $813,103 66 $873,308 Superior 77 71 (7.8) $629,902

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BOULDER

4068 Eleuthera Court

$1,475,000 Sat., 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sun., 11 a.m. to 2 p.m Donna Fox 8Z Real Estate (720) 771-5965

2300 Linden Drive $1,500,000 Sat., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Shannon McGuire RE/MAX Alliance (303) 475-2297

BROOMFIELD

905 W. 8th Ave Drive $540,000 Sun., Noon to 2:30 p.m. Mia Ness Colorado Landmark (720) 273-7567

FREDERICK

6465 Dry Fork Circle $550,000 Sat., Noon to 2 p.m. Mike Harris

WK Real Estate (303) 501-3621

GREELEY

2029 8th Ave. $475,000 Sat., Noon to 2 p.m. Jenny Oliveira Getting WK Real Estate (970) 534-1188

LAFAYETTE

382 Fern Lake Court $650,000 Fri., 1 to 4 p.m. Sat., 1 to 4 p.m. Jamie Zimmerman RE/MAX Alliance (303) 807-1302

405 Zenith Ave $935,000 Sat., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Karen Bernardi The Bernardi Group (303) 402-6000

LAKEWOOD

2405 Balsam St. $697,000

Sat., Noon to 2 p.m. Lawrence Santa RE/MAX Alliance (303) 500-7323

LONGMONT

4951 Eagan Circle $900,000 Sat., Noon to 3 p.m. Joshua Legare WK Real Estate (720) 325-7394

6732 Golf Club Drive $1,000,000 Sat., Noon to 2 p.m. Annie Zrubek RE/MAX Alliance (303) 589-2101

5670 Steeplechase Drive $1,495,000 Sun., 1 to 3 p.m. Bill Goodacre milehimodern (303) 880-4440

1444 Onyx Circle $1,545,000 Sat., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Sun., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Danielle LaReau Bosch Real Estate Group (303) 591-1074

NEDERLAND

18 Shady Hollow $945,000 Sun., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Olga de Lange Milehimodern (720) 201-9319

ROLLINSVILLE 605 Patricia Road $779,000 Sat., Noon to 2 p.m. Jackie Jones RE/MAX Alliance (303) 250-7353

SUPERIOR

2855 Rock Creek Circle, #301

$540,000 Sun., Noon to 3 p.m. Katie Kuosman WK Real Estate (720) 937-8076

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