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Ready, Set, Evacuate Between recent wildfires and hurricanes, we have been reminded that disasters happen. It doesn’t matter if you live in the foothills and mountains or the plains or even in the middle of Denver, we need to be prepared for disasters.

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RE/MAX of Boulder and RE/MAX Elevate Realtors Named to Top 100 in U.S. BOULDER – RE/MAX of Boulder and RE/MAX Elevate are pleased to announce that seven of the company’s Realtors have been named to the prestigious RE/MAX Top 100. This is an annual ranking of the top 100 RE/MAX Realtors and real estate teams across the U.S. Realtors named among the top 100 individual residential agents are Daryl W. Smith, No. 33; Lynn R. Ryan, No. 46; and Sue Masterson No. 73, all with the RE/MAX of Boulder office.

The Top 50 U.S. residential small teams include Elizabeth Ryterski and Laura Shaffer of the E and L Team, No. 3, with RE/MAX Elevate; the John McElveen Team, No. 5, and the Sundberg Team, No. 41, both with RE/MAX of Boulder.

While agents and teams are ranked based on an exceptional volume of residential sales, RE/MAX of Boulder Broker/ Owner Tom Kalinski, and Broker/ Owner Jay Kalinski of sister franchise RE/MAX Elevate, believe these results can only be achieved by agents who are skilled, driven and focused on achieving outstanding results for their clients.

“We are honored to have our Realtors recognized for their achievement. This group of distinguished Realtors has extensive experience and deep knowledge of Boulder Valley real estate. They are caring and dedicated to serving the unique needs of each client with the utmost professionalism and excellence,” says Tom. Jay adds that the qualities that make these Realtors top

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RE/MAX of Boulder is celebrating over 40 years serving the community and is the third franchise to open in RE/MAX history. The company has over 100 award-winning Realtors, averaging over 15 years of experience. RE/MAX of Boulder has been named the No. 1 RE/MAX office in the U.S. eight times by RE/MAX International.

RE/MAX of Boulder also has been voted Best Real Estate Group in the Boulder Weekly’s Best of Boulder and in Colorado Daily’s

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In 2019, with Broker/Owner Jay Kalinski at the helm, RE/MAX Elevate opened in downtown Louisville, the heart of Boulder’s East County. This boutique office is the sister franchise of RE/MAX of Boulder. RE/MAX Elevate has been voted Best Real Estate Company in East Boulder County in the Boulder Weekly.

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Colorado daze: What the heck is next during these bizarre times?

Man, what a week it’s been!

We went from a record heat wave with smog, ash and unbreathable air from the fires to a 70-degree temperature

BY MARY drop with a LYNN BRUNY foliage-zapping freeze and snow. Jeez! Remember back in early spring when we asked hopefully, “How bad can things get?” Then in the summer we proclaimed, “Certainly things can’t get worse.” Now we just mutter, “What fresh hell is next?”

Most of us consider ourselves positive, can-do people – what I love about Coloradans. But 2020 is testing us in ways we never thought possible.

Let’s recap: We’re experiencing a world-wide pandemic which has resulted in quarantining, illness, deaths, the taxing of our health care system, massive unemployment, business and school closures, a stressed economy, and we have civil unrest.

To make things slightly more overwhelming, locally we’ve had heat waves, droughts and massive fires. About cover it?

The amazing part is now we simply expect the list to grow.

The world seems so crazily out of whack that anything seems possible. Tornados and floods seem a given here. But I can foresee more unusual catastrophes.

For instance, what about a plague of locusts descending?

Other parts of the world have had them; we could be next. Yes, our poor farmers who are dealing with droughts could get hit with a double whammy. (Having once had a small hay farm, I think of our dear farmers with every weather change.) I wonder: Do farmers have insurance for locust damage? Is it an add-on policy?

Seems that whatever insurance add-on policies are available we should all be buying them now – since everything and anything that can happen is happening.

While we’re on the biblical theme, how about raining frogs?

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mentioned farm, I can tell you toad squishage (unintentional, of course) is not a pleasant sight – very, very messy. Now the raining of frogs seems fantastical, I’ll grant you. But if someone told you at the end of 2019 what would be happening now, wouldn’t you think it sounded fantastical as well? Can’t you think of some strange weather phenomenon – like a gulf airstream empowered by hurricane winds – that could pick up wee frogs and deposit them here like the ash that has been befalling us?

But here’s something closer to home that I’m wondering about: hungry critters. This spring as you may recall (I know it seems like a lifetime ago), we had a frost that zapped all fruit tree buds, unusual in one season. So we have no plums, apples, crabapples, apricots or pears. Who do you think suffers the most from this? I’m thinking the local species fattening up for the winter: birds, squirrels, raccoons, deer and bears. The yards along the Front Range are usually their salad bar.

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in our yard that were full of berries a few weeks ago. Have you ever tasted a chokecherry?

Probably not, they’re pretty meh.

But masses of birds were going absolutely bonkers fighting over them. It was like people stocking up on toilet paper at the beginning of the pandemic: frenzied chaos driven by desperation. Now there’s nary a chokecherry to be found.

What is to become of our hungry vegetarian species? Will they rethink their priorities and become omnivores? Is the animal apocalypse nigh? All I know is I’m keeping our doors locked. I don’t want a famished Yogi the bear barging in desperately looking for the fruit bowl. You just know he wouldn’t be practicing proper social distancing.

Who knows what calamity will befall us next? Perhaps in 2021 we’ll look back at 2020 as the good ol’ days. Holy moly, let’s hope not!

Mary Lynn Bruny is a Boulder freelance writer. Contact her at ml.bruny@comcast.net.

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Ready, set, evacuate

By Sharon Bokan Colorado State University Extension Boulder County Between recent wildfires and hurricanes, we have been reminded that disasters happen.

The better prepared we are, the less stressful an evacuation will be. It doesn’t matter if you live in the foothills and mountains or the plains or even in the middle of Denver, we need to be prepared for disasters. We think about those living in the mountains being evacuated, but we could easily be in their shoes.

Your first step is to sign up for the emergency notification system at bouldercounty.org/safety/ emergency/emergency-massnotification-system. This is how you receive emergency notifications and evacuation notices.

If you live on an acreage, defensible space and mitigation is key no matter if you live on the plains, foothills or mountains.

This is not a 100 percent

guarantee that your house survives but it can shift the odds in your favor plus makes it is easier to defend your home. The Colorado State Forest Service (CSFS) has a booklet online explaining how to create defensible space around your home. Visit static.colostate.edu/clientfiles/csfs/pdfs/FIRE2012_1_ DspaceQuickGuide.pdf. If you live in a forested area, your local Colorado State Forest Service forester can even visit your property and help you determine what trees and vegetation should be removed. Contact your local CSFS office for details. Mitigation is not a one and done job, you must continue to maintain your property by mowing grasses, removing new trees and shrubs that don’t fit into the defensible space plan. Insurance companies may require defensible spaces to get and keep a policy.

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with fire resistant materials and plants. Gutters collect leaves and needles that readily ignite from sparks. Consider using a guard to keep gutters from collecting needles or have a regular gutter cleaning schedule. Check with your insurance company to see if they offer a discount for fire resistant building materials.

Speaking of insurance, most people purchase their insurance and then only talk to their agent when they have a claim. You should meet with your agent on a regular basis (every year or two) so that you fully understand what your policy will and won’t cover and make any upgrades. Some policies cover debris removal if your house burns while others don’t.

Document what you have in your home. Trying to remember everything you owned is difficult under normal circumstances.

It’s very easy to do with cell phones and cameras that take videos. Walk around your house documenting what’s there, remember to open drawers and closets. Take photos of all your important documents and store the videos and backup documents offsite (Cloud storage, jump

drive or external hard drive at your brother’s Wyoming house).

Having copies of birth certificates, marriage certificates, passports, etc. can make it easier to replace them if they are lost or destroyed.

Everyone in the house should have a “Go” bag and know the plan for evacuation and communication. The “Go” bag should have several clothing changes (change for the seasons and children’s growth), medications, spare glasses, flashlight, food and water to last for several days. Have a list of those items that you cannot replace that you want to take with you. While not a guarantee that you will be home when the evacuation occurs or that you will have time, having a list makes it quicker and easier to collect everything and evacuate.

Ready Colorado’s website has great resources for families and businesses to prepare for disasters.

They have suggestions for what to put in your “Go” bag, contact information forms, resources for those with family members with special needs and information for both pets and livestock and many other resources. colorado.gov/ pacific/dhsem/preparedness-1.

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DIY home improvements Part of being a homeowner is knowing how to tackle common home repair projects on your own, tasks that fall somewhere between

BY RICK changing a JACQUEMARD light bulb Flatirons Home and wiring a Inspections light fixture.

In the age of COVID-19, perhaps the biggest reason to improve your DIY skills is to reduce the number of people entering your home. If you can master basic

home repair skills, you can be self-reliant and keep you and your family safe.

It is often said; “If you want the job done right, then do it yourself.” This is not always the case. Homeowners do not always have the right skills or correct tools for a project. If you must buy $500 of tools for a $400 job, you are not saving any money.

Do not forget your own hourly rate either. If you spend hours watching YouTube videos and then several more getting the job done, you might be better off hiring someone else to do the work.

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be realistic about what you can do yourself. Replacing sheetrock is an example of something that many people can do themselves.

However, it is best to stay away from anything structural, as an engineer might need to be involved. As a home inspector it is often easy to spot improvements or renovations done by the homeowner. The following are just a few things you might want to steer clear of.

Electrical repair DIY electrical work can be nervewracking. A wrong decision could result in a house fire or even worse, serious injury or death. In addition, when it is time to sell your home an inspector may find that your DIY work is not up to code. This could decrease the value of your home or cost a lot to repair.

Roofing repair Being up on a roof is dangerous.

That is why it is best to leave roof replacement or repair to a professional roofing contractor.

Not only are they experienced, they possess the proper tools for the task – when you’re replacing your roof, you not only need the materials for the new roof, you need the tools to be able to complete the task itself. In addition, most home warranties require that a certified roofer perform repairs.

Fencing Hiring a professional to install a fence in your yard, rather than doing it yourself, could be the difference between enhanced your homes curb and disaster. Installing a fence is a lot more time consuming and expensive than typically perceived. You need to be able to dig holes for your posts and install a fence that rises and dips with the contours of your lawn. Also, most municipalities require permits. Oftentimes, this is a job for a professional rather than a DIY weekend project.

Instead of wasting your time on installing a poor fence, consider hiring a reputable company.

Plumbing There is a lot of knowledge and expertise that goes into this line of work. From broken pipes and

leaks to installing a water heater, toilet, or disposal, you’ll want a professional to do the job for you.

It can be easy to start a plumbing DIY project believing all you have to do is tighten a fitting or install a gasket and end up causing water damage, and then still end up hiring a plumber. Much like electrical work, your plumbing also must follow codes to ensure everything works properly. Not only will a professional plumber know the current codes, they will know the correct size of pipes, connections, and valves for all the different places and purposes of water use in your home.

Structural work Whether adding on or changing the existing structure of your home hire a professional, structural work is no easy feat.

Before you start swinging a sledgehammer, you should know that demolishing a load-bearing wall could compromise the structural integrity of your home.

A professional contractor will be aware of any electrical wiring, gas or plumbing in the walls of your home prior to beginning any demolition. Contractors will be aware of specific building permits you may need to obtain before you make any structural changes to your home. A general contractor will also know which sub-contractors will be needed for your job. It may be tempting to engage in this type of DIY project to add to your home’s resale value. However, a project of this magnitude may compromise the structural integrity of your house and expensive consequences. To avoid any future problems with the framing or foundation of your home, contact an engineer or a certified contractor before you remove a wall or add a room to your house.

As stated earlier, most inspectors will be able to spot poorly done DIY projects. This can lead to more expense and time invested in your home in the long run. These types of issues can lead to postponing a sale or even a cancelled contract.

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Welcoming fall 2020

By Katie Laughridge Tribune News Service As far as bringing the fall festivities in early this year, I can't be the only one ready for a change at my house. Spending so much time at home this summer has been a roller coaster of emotion.

One thing that is keeping me from going stir-crazy is dreaming of crisp evenings of sweater weather, apple picking on the weekend and the new goodies that come with the change of the season. I love and appreciate each season fully, regardless of current events, and I have immensely enjoyed my days of sunshine, spritzers and fresh florals. However, just like getting out my new fall wardrobe and feeling fabulous in lots of soft layers, I find a therapeutic relief and joy in transforming my home for fall.

Looking around to the small switches that make my living spaces feel new again inspires the same kind of reset and refresh I crave for myself. Plus, something about autumn feels like a warm hug to me, and we can all use

a warm hug right now. Since it seems the heat is keeping my sweaters in storage for the time being, I am ready to re-energize and start bringing in my seasonal favorites from stems to pillows, all the way to delectable fall scents.

Switching out stems is the perfect first step to welcoming a new season to your house. While spring and summer are hard acts to follow with their fresh greens, bright yellows and flashy pinks, autumn florals have a special place in my heart. The earthy hues warm my soul and get me excited for the family time and hibernation weather soon to be here. Deep purples, rich burgundies and spicy orange blooms bring a depth and vibrancy to fall arrangements that can't be matched. Not only is there a plethora of new branches and flowers to play with, but with fall comes pumpkins, and who doesn't want an extra element to experiment with?

Once my stem obsession takes hold, it's only natural to move on to the other simple areas for fall touches. Pillows and small textiles add the fall flair I am craving.

Accent pillows are the perfect addition to bring a whisper of Halloween into the mix before committing to a huge holiday overhaul. (Photo: Handout/TNS).

They are the perfect addition to bring a whisper of Halloween into the mix before committing to a huge holiday overhaul. Pillows and tea towels are my favorites to add a bit of whimsy to my rooms without taking away from the overall vision. They are the perfect accents to have a bit of fun with and add seasonal life to your spaces.

Perhaps my favorite change in the seasons is the candle scents that come along with them.

The aromas of fall are ones I find myself craving year-round, thinking of the spice and fruit

notes make my mouth water. Fall scents have such a warming effect and truly embrace you in comfort.

From classics like pumpkin chai (for all the pumpkin spice fanatics) all the way to fall foliage (for a classic autumn scent), there is no shortage of unique and delightful fragrances to bring your home into this wonderful season.

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Coronavirus and buying a college condo – Part 2 Financing for the “student property” If a condo is being purchased, the type of financing and down payment options available can be determined by the owner occupancy ratio of the condo complex and what particular approvals (FHA, Fannie Mae, etc.) are available. It is good to have the lender check to see if the complex has the approvals for the type of financing you are considering.

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As you evaluate this decision, here’s a guide to help you: Helping your college student establish credit If you decide to have your college student on the mortgage and deed, you can help your student establish credit prior to making a mortgage loan application by obtaining a credit card in his or her name, preferably a year prior to your house or condo purchase.

In addition, if the student has a car, it is a good idea to have a small loan on the car in the student’s name, which can also help your student’s credit rating.

It is also good idea to meet with a mortgage professional to discuss strategies well in advance of a possible purchase.

Method of ownership for the “student property” It’s necessary to talk to your accountant and attorney to determine the ownership method that works best for you. Some parents will buy the property as a second home or as an owneroccupied property with the student on the deed and loan.

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Others will treat it 100 percent as a rental property for additional tax benefits. There are many ways of holding the title including creating a family limited liability company (or FLLC).

Rental roommate income One option is to buy a onebedroom condo for your student to live in alone. However, a two-bedroom unit will allow for a roommate, and the rent from the roommate can supplement the mortgage payment. If a threebedroom unit or home can be found, the rental income from two roommates can help the monthly cash flow even more. Be aware that there are occupancy limits imposed in some communities.

In other words, check the local ordinances before deciding if it is okay to have five students living in one property. In Boulder, zoning rules allow three unrelated people in a low-density zone and four unrelated people in a medium or high-density zone.

Roommate lease or rental agreement Even though the potential roommates are typically close friends, it is a good idea to have a written rental agreement for roommates. The roommate rental agreement should cover all of the terms typically found in a residential lease such as: • • • • • • • •

Lease term Rental rate and due date Security deposit Notice to vacate Utility payment agreement Maximum occupancy Parking Pets

Is it better to purchase a house or a condo/townhome?

This decision depends on whether or not the student will be able to maintain a house and be responsible for exterior maintenance, snow removal, lawn care, etc. Often a condo suits student life best since most college students are not interested in mowing the lawn in their free time. Typically, an owner will be paying a Homeowner’s Association (HOA) fee at a condo or townhome in order to cover these maintenance items. This will increase the monthly cost but will ensure that the upkeep and maintenance tasks are completed.

Advantages of a condo for a student • No lawn care, snow shoveling, or exterior maintenance •

Easier to “just leave” for the summer

Disadvantages of a condo for a student • Owner occupancy ratio of the complex could affect the ability to purchase, sell or refinance •

Homeowner’s Association fee may be high and out of your control

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Loud music or parties might bother nearby neighbors

Advantages of the single-family home • No concern over occupancy ratios •

A single-family home might be easier to resell than a condo since you tend to have more competing properties when selling a

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condo or townhome Often there is no Homeowner Association fee

Disadvantages of the single-family home • The student needs to mow and water the lawn, shovel snow, and maintain the home •

Neighborhood may be less friendly to a group of students living there

What to do with the rental property when the student is ready to move on When the student is ready to move on and has hopefully graduated, there are a few options to consider.

The owners can keep the property as an investment rental, the former student may keep it as their first home, or you can exchange it for a real estate investment somewhere else.

As an example, one family I worked with purchased a property for their first child who attended and graduated from CU-Boulder, then sold the property in Boulder and bought a new property in a different college town where their next child was planning to attend school.

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Keep as an investment after college for cash flow

Purchasing a college home is a significant decision. Consulting the appropriate professionals can help create a plan for a housing situation that could provide many short- and long-term benefits for your student and your family Duane Duggan has been a Realtor for RE/MAX of Boulder in Colorado 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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uying a home in today’s robust real estate market can be out of reach for first time buyers and folks heading into retirement. Michael Markel, owner and president of Markel Homes, a Boulder-based development and home building

company, wants to change that.

“Home ownership has become unreachable for too many people,” says Markel. “We’re on a mission to create quality homes at a more obtainable price point. We’re designing and building products that hopefully more folks can afford, while still maintaining our brand of quality, style and performance. It’s about giving people options when they’re ready to buy.”

Markel’s moderately-priced options include town homes in Lafayette and Longmont; condo lofts at North End in Louisville; and smaller single-family homes, or contemporary cottages, at Silver Creek in Lafayette. The architecture is from the Markel Homes Modern American Classics Collection. Pricing ranges from the

low to high $400s.

Town homes in Lafayette and Longmont Open plans and huge windows give Markel’s triplex town homes a spacious, open feel. Designerselected finishes and colors add to their appeal. Each unit at Blue Sage in west Lafayette has a private entrance, outdoor living area, and attached garage. The three-bed, 3-½ bath floor plan features an open living and kitchen area plus powder room on the main floor, two en-suite bedrooms with baths on the upper level, and a third bedroom or flex space, bath and rec room on the finished lower level. Pricing starts at $475,900.

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Interested buyers are encouraged to sign up for the interest list at MarkelHomes.com.

Town homes are currently available at West Grange, the Markel Homes community located at 75th Street and Nelson Road in southwest Longmont.

With four units to a building, the contemporary styling features flat roofs, huge windows, and spacious decks. Open living, dining and cooking areas plus outdoor living are on the main level. Buyers can choose from two floor plans: one features two bedrooms and two baths on the upper level; the other has an upper level loft or optional third bedroom. All units have a two-car garage at street level.

Pricing starts at $443,900.

Stylish condo lofts at North End in Louisville Unlike anything available in Boulder County, these two-bed

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A new 12-plex is going up this fall, with pricing from $406,900. |

two-bath contemporary lofts offer lock ‘n leave convenience, comfort, functionality and minimal maintenance. The custom-designed 12-plex places every loft in a corner location. Large windows in the great room and master suite create a bright, open interior. Each condo has a single-car garage or carport and a patio or deck. The building has an elevator and secure front entry. Construction begins this month on a new 12-plex, with pricing from $406,900.

Contemporary cottages going fast Markel Homes hit a home run with their contemporary cottage designs, currently available at Silver Creek in Lafayette – but not for long. One cottage, a two-story Modern Farmhouse, is on the market for $478,675. Impeccable planning turns every inch of the contemporary cottage into useable

| Priced at $478,675, the Modern Farmhouse contemporary cottage is for sale at Silver Creek in Lafayette. |

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space. A wall of windows in the open living and cooking area overlooks an upper level deck.

The plan features three bedrooms, two baths, and an attached garage. The cottages are high-performing single-family homes, built to last and efficient to own and operate. Certifications from Energy Star, Indoor AirPlus, LEED, and the Department of Energy’s Zero Energy Ready Home program deliver comfort, healthy air, and efficient water and energy use for years to come.

No upgrades needed Markel Homes believes in giving buyers the features they want without spending more money for upgrades. Stainless steel Whirlpool appliances, durable wide plank Coretec flooring and quartz surfaces are standard in the town homes, condo lofts and cottages.

The homes are equipped with

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programmable smart thermostats and air conditioning. The color schemes and finish selections are the work of a professional designer. Buyers can feel confident that the entire home, from the choice of building materials to the light fixture in the bath, reflects the style and quality of the Markel Homes brand.

Live near trails, parks and open space Condo, town home and cottage homeowners enjoy trails, adjacent open space, and the walk or biketo convenience of nearby shops, parks and even lakes. Commuting routes to Boulder, Denver and DIA are minutes from home, and certain locations feature yearround Back Range mountain views.

Virtual tours and showings by appointment Interested buyers will find virtual tours, video tours, photographs and floor plans as well as pricing and availability information at MarkelHomes.com. Buyers can also sign up for the interest list on the website. Due to COVID concerns, the company encourages tours by appointment. Sales managers are available by phone or for video conferencing.

Contact information is on the Markel Homes website.

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In Colorado’s peach country, the season that wasn’t

By Josie Sexton The Denver Post / TNS Aug. 31 – From market stands to restaurant menus, anyone looking around Denver at the end of summer can see proof of Colorado’s peach harvest. But some 200 miles west, in swaths of the state’s peach-growing capital, the tractor-trailers have all but stopped running and the farm workers have largely gone home.

“Usually I would see 15 or 20 trucks a day leaving the peachpacking facilities, and I haven’t seen one in several days,” Palisade farmer Scott High told The Denver Post last week. “We would sell in excess of a million pounds of peaches (normally), and we’re not selling any this year. So there’s a million pounds less just from our company alone.”

At High’s 188-acre High Country Orchards – and many other farms in Mesa County – the peach crop was decimated this year literally overnight, when a freeze early in the morning of April 14 caught the trees’ blossoms by surprise and sent farmers into a panic, the likes of which they hadn’t experienced in over 20 years.

“I’ve been farming since 1999,” High said, “and this is the first time we’ve lost a crop.”

During an already trying year, Colorado peach farmers watched this summer as crop yields swung wildly between zero and 100%.

For consumers around the state, that meant less of a precious summer commodity – the Palisade peach – but more fruits filling in from the state’s other peachgrowing parts. You can still find Palisade peaches, too, if you know where to look.

High’s fellow Palisade farmer Charlie Talbott says he remembers “pretty catastrophic crop loss” before this season, during four summers in the decade between 1989-99. After a two-decade run of successful harvests, he estimates the Palisade farms that did manage to survive this season came out with as little as 10% of their normal yield.

“It’s a very meek sum for us,” Talbott said of his own harvest, which suffered 85 to 90% loss.

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During an already trying year, Colorado peach farmers watched this summer as crop yields swung wildly between zero and 100 percent.

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“I’d give up a twelfth of my life if I could skip April,” he said with a laugh.

But nature in this part of Colorado is usually on the peaches’ side. In the Grand Valley, an adiabatic wind known locally as the “million dollar breeze” compresses and warms as it comes off the mountain, usually working to protect even tender buds from an early spring frost. According to Talbott, what happened and what survived this year “didn’t follow any of the rules.”

Around 10 peach varieties made it through, just depending on their frost-hardiness and exact location in the valley, he explained.

Gwen Cameron’s 38-acre Rancho Durazno was one such successful farm. Located just five miles east of High Country Orchards, it’s situated alongside the Colorado River and at the mouth of De Beque Canyon.

On the morning of April 14, Cameron and her father Thomas took to their orchards with an X-Acto knife. They sliced sample buds open to check if they were green or brown, and they estimated about 50% loss, then they got to thinning, methodically.

The peach is a desert-thriving fruit that builds its flavor over hot summer days and seals it in during cooler nights. Farmers across the region thin their fertile peach trees for fewer but plumper fruits. They let them hang longer and pick

them only once they’re juicy and tree-ripe.

But technology also plays its part – from her phone, Cameron can track varying air temperatures at points around the farm. If even one spot is off, she employs a propane heater or a wind machine to keep the peach trees on track.

As the season went on, Cameron said she and her dad kept trying to estimate their yield, “and we just tended to be wrong every time. We had more fruit than we thought even as we were picking it,” she said. “By the end, I think we’re pretty darn close to 100% of what we had last year.”

Her neighbors a mile down the road, Trent and Carolyn Cunningham, fared worse with about 45% of their usual crop, but still better than the farms across town. “One of our orchards had absolutely not one peach,” Carolyn wrote over email, “while our other places did fair.”

“The peaches that I have tasted this year are delicious,” lamented High with High Country Orchards. “There just aren’t that many.”

About an hour east and 1,000 feet up, Delta County experienced the same cold snap in mid-April, but the peach blossoms there were less advanced and more frosthardy. As a result, this summer they had “far greater success” than Palisade, Talbott said.

At the Boulder County Farmers Markets, Paonia-based First Fruits

is having a banner year, according to BCFM sourcing coordinator Matt Collier. Between First Fruits and Rancho Durazno, the market is still selling about a thousand pounds a week of peaches through its online ordering system.

These are the peaches you’ll find on Denver restaurant menus like The Plimoth’s, just north of City Park, where chef Pete Ryan showcases late summer varieties on a half-dozen menu items, at least.

“I don’t screw around when it comes to peaches,” Ryan said, as he was heading to the Wednesday farmer’s market to pick up a few more boxes of First Fruits’ Red Globes for his preserves and salads and grilled pork and pot du crème that week. He has sourced peaches from First Fruits exclusively for the last seven years.

“I just love them because they’re juicy and sweet and this time of year is, like, the best,” he said. “At least in my mind, we’re going to be celebrating peaches until the weekend after Labor Day.” From Palisade to Paonia, the peaches that survived 2020 have a little life left. Then it will be on to pears and apples, which are already starting to pop – “Can you believe that?” Ryan asked.

And Talbott says he’s been able to appreciate the time off this summer, even though it’s felt a little “surreal.”

“You lose the efforts and the revenue potential for an entire year when you lose a crop,” he said. “And it is a sucker punch.

But when you get over feeling sorry for yourself, (...) I think it helps one actually focus on the blessings and remember what truly matters most.”

Even with smoke from the Pine Gulch fire hanging in the air, Talbott says Palisade’s other prized fruit – the wine grape – is holding strong. And as for the peach orchards that have gotten “a break” in 2020, he said by 2021 they’ll be ready for an even bigger return.

“We’ll keep the wolf from the door,” he said of surviving the loss now, “and be ready to brush ourselves off and fight the good fight next year.”

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A crisp, clear fireplace makes a great impression. You never know if there's debris up above or bird's nests on the exterior that will create blockage or back up smoke.

Accessorize a clean fireplace with candles and garnishes.

By Paul F. P. Pogue Angie's List The house-buying market continues to move rapidly. It's a great time to sell your home, but for the best results, take a few steps to make sure your home is attractive and will fetch the best price. The autumn season gives way to falling leaves, crackling fires and cozy family time.

Here are six ways to prep your house for a sale in the fall.

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A professional inspection will address all parts of the system and head off potential problems.

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DESIGN RECIPES

How to find the right color combo for your space

By Cathy Hobbs Tribune News Service

and shade of a color in the same room when looking to achieve a vibrant sense of color. Using contrasting colors will have more impact.

When you think of traditional color combinations, what typically comes to mind? Perhaps neutral colors such as black and white or tan paired with brown. Pairing the right colors together can add interest while also creating an inviting space. Afraid to experiment with different color combinations? Here are some top tips.

Do • Pair strong foundation colors together such as white, black and gray.

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Incorporate a pop of color with your color scheme.

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Consider unexpected, versatile base colors such as indigo or chocolate brown.

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Use contrast elements and pair light and dark colors.

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Use citrus colors such as

A color combination of white, gray and black helps make this dining area stand out. (Photo: Design Recipes/TNS).

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Don’t • Be afraid to use jewel or metallic tones to add color and interest.

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Forget to incorporate color through the use of artwork and accessories.

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Use overly dark colors as a wall color. White or light base colors will help make other colors pop.

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Forget classic color combinations such as red, white and black. Some color combinations can stand the test of time.

Cathy Hobbs, based in New York City, is an Emmy Awardwinning television host and a nationally known interior design and home staging expert with offices in New York City, Boston and Washington, D.C. Contact her at info@cathyhobbs.com or visit her website at cathyhobbs.com.

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Pro tips on transforming your backyard into a chic wedding venue

By David Syrek Chicago Tribune/TNS As the adage goes, “home is where the heart is,” and for couples who don’t want to postpone their big day any longer, looking to friends with backyards or transforming their own outdoor space into a chic wedding venue has become a great option.

Chances are your new guest list is significantly smaller than originally planned. You can use that to your advantage, from a budget perspective, to make the event even more special than originally planned. An outdoor wedding also can help to ease stress for guests who have reservations about being in a group, no matter how small.

“Having a wedding at your home feels more relaxed for your guests in a lot of ways,” said Kate Reavey, president and owner of Chicago Vintage Weddings.

“Maybe they are familiar with your home, but they get to see it in a different light. People really

feel like they’re coming for an intimate dinner party where all of their needs have been carefully considered, and it’s a lot less of a huge production than going to an event and being around hundreds of people,” she said.

Reavey, whose company produces highly personalized, “luxury on any budget events,” also produces budget-conscious, all-inclusive mini weddings that provide everything from hair and makeup to catering, photography and on-site event management.

“When you’re having an outdoor wedding at home, you’re starting from scratch,” she said.

“You can spice up the grounds, like adding extra landscaping or a custom arbor that can stay on-site after the event.”

Aside from the all-important task of strategically trying to pick a rain-free day, there are other things to consider. Think about traffic flow. If you have space, designate different areas for various functions, like a table set up with a special mini cocktail

for guests as they arrive, a focal point setting for the ceremony, or an area for a relaxing afterparty. “When you’re later into the season, it’s really important to have heating elements when the sun has gone down,” said Reavey.

“Fire pits can also be a great option for the end of the night if people might want a quiet place to sit and chat.”

Adding lighting from multitudes of candles to pathway lights is also an easy way to transform your space. “If it’s in your backyard, to make it really special, lighting is critical,” said Marina Birch, principal at Birch Design Studio in Chicago, whose boutique firm has been recognized on a national scale for producing inspired, bespoke events.

“When people think about decor, they usually think about flowers or whatever is going on the tables, but I think that the best bang for your buck is to bring in some lighting,” Birch said.

“Lighting the existing landscaping that you have, whether its trees,

grass, or flowers, is a great way to make it feel really special. Even color-changing lights, so that you come in and there’s one mood, maybe is very romantic, and as the night goes on, you can be more fun with changing colors, texture and pattern.”

Birch suggests putting down a floor in places like the cocktail area, under the dinner tables, or the aisle _ if there’s going to be a formal aisle. “We always recommend floor aspects for an outdoor wedding, they give guests a reprieve from walking on grass,” she said. “Grass can hold water for a few days, so if it rained two days before, the yard could become muddy with even 50 people walking on it.”

She also recommends heel protectors that not only protect your guests’ heels and your grass, but also prevent people from sinking into the lawn.

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