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Life is a pleasure every day at Skyestone, Taylor Morrison’s new 55+ residential community.

Quick Guide and Featured Open Homes

2016 Halloween Home Decorating Winners Announced

How to Save When Buying a Home

Looking for a home? View comprehensive listings of local open houses taking place this weekend from all across the area.

AtHomeColorado.com announces the winners of its 2016 Halloween Home Decorating Contest.

If you can choose the month in which you buy your next home, it could save you thousands of dollars.

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Low down payment programs BOULDER – You’re in the market for a new home, but you don’t have tens of thousands of dollars saved for a down MICHAELA payment.

PHILLIPS Sound familiar? It’s Guaranteed Rate, Inc. a common situation for many Americans. Fortunately, Here, we’ll explain two popular programs: Fannie Mae’s 3% down payment program and Federal Housing Authority (FHA) loans.

To qualify for Fannie Mae’s program, at least one of the parties must be a first-time home buyer, meaning that either you or your partner can say that you haven’t owned any residential property in the past three years.

However, there’s a caveat. If it has been three years since you have owned a home, the clock starts over once you have been qualified to participate in one of these first time homebuyer programs. FHA loans do not require you to be a first-time homebuyer, but you can have only one FHA loan at a time.

Fannie Mae’s 3% Down Payment Mortgage Fannie Mae’s 3% down payment mortgage is an excellent option for homebuyers who meet underwriting and income requirements but may not have the funds readily available for a larger down payment.

In addition to the first-time

home buyer requirement, borrowers must meet the following criteria in order to qualify for a Fannie Mae mortgage: - The loan amount may not exceed $417,000.

- The property must be a single-unit residence and the borrower(s) must plan to live in the home as their primary residence.

- The mortgage taken out must be a fixed rate mortgage (adjustable rate mortgages are not eligible).

- There is no specific minimum credit score, aside from that which is required for a typical conventional home loan.

- There is also no income limit. Fannie Mae permits borrowers to use gift funds as part of their down payment.

Buyers are required to pay private mortgage insurance (PMI) as part of their monthly payments.

As I’ve written about previously, homebuyers employed in the marijuana industry may face challenges securing a loan due to the fact that marijuana remains illegal under federal law, which governs banks and lenders. Many down payment assistance programs, including FHA loans, do not permit marijuana-related income to count toward mortgage qualification. This is not the case with Fannie Mae for w-2 employees. For independent contractors who have a relationship with the marijuana industry and wish to qualify

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In the market for a new home? There are a range of mortgage options that allow for a low down payment that you could consider. (pixabay)

for a 3% down payment, it’s important to know that Fannie Mae will only consider those who own less than 25 percent of any marijuana-related business.

payments.

- Borrowers may use gift funds as part of their down payment.

- There is no income limit.

FHA loans: 3.5% down The Federal Housing Authority (FHA) insures the highest percentage of mortgages of any insurer in the world. In fact, nearly one in four new U.S. mortgages is backed by the FHA. Their 3.5 percent down payment option is a popular choice for homebuyers with limited available funds. Criteria to qualify for this program are: - A minimum credit score of 580 is required.

- Eligible homebuyers must have documented, verifiable income.

- Like Fannie Mae’s 97 Conventional, homebuyers must intend to live in the home being purchased as their primary residence.

- Buyers are required to pay mortgage insurance premiums (MIP) as part of their monthly

Before you make a decision about something as important as your home mortgage, it’s imperative to understand the different down payment assistance programs that are available.

Michaela Phillips is the Vice President of Mortgage Lending at Guaranteed Rate, Inc., the 8th largest retail mortgage company in the country. Since entering the mortgage industry in 1994, she’s consistently been a top producer. Being a VP at Guaranteed Rate offers many advantages to her and her clients including unparalleled customer service, efficiency, and most importantly competitive rates. Contact Michaela at 303.579.5517, e-mail michaela@ michaelaphillips.com or visit michaelaphillips.com.

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REAL ESTATE

How to save when buying a home 50 largest metros using Realtor.com® data.

That nearly 3 percent decline results in a decrease of $8,300 on the median home from summer (June through August) to fall (September through November). Boulder’s neighboring Denver-AuroraLakewood is reported to decrease by 2 percent.

Winter puts the biggest chill on home sale prices. Usually, January and February sale prices dip to 8.45 less on average than the summer months.

“If your circumstances give you the freedom to be able to choose the best time to look to sign a contract on a new home, there’s no question that the market dynamics favor you the most to do that in the dead of winter, ideally in January or February, right before the activity starts to heat up,” says Jonathan Smoke, chief economist for Realtor.com®.

There are additional disadvantages to summer

BOULDER – After a summer of rising home prices, here’s some good news for buyers. If you can choose TOM the month in KALINSKI which you buy your next RE/MAX of Boulder home, it could save you thousands of dollars.

That month would be in the fall or winter, according to a recent study by NerdWallet.com.

Home sale prices – the amount buyers actually pay for a home – are highest during the peak home shopping months of June and July.

Come fall, home sale prices fall.

Across the 50 metro areas analyzed by nerdwallet.com, prices dip by 2.96 percent on average. The findings are based on analysis of sales and listing over the past two years in the

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But, summer home shoppers have one big advantage: typically, more homes are available for sale resulting in more homes to choose from, according to the analysis.

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AtHomeColorado.com announces winners of the 2016 Halloween Home Decorating Contest BOULDER – At Home is pleased to announce the winners of its 2016 Halloween Home Decorating Contest. Over the past several weeks, At Home encouraged submissions of homes decorated for fall and Halloween to enter into the contest.

The entries were truly amazing and downright frightful. On Oct. 17 we compiled all entries into a gallery on our facebook page, athomecolorado.com/facebook, and the voting process began. The homes with the most likes took top honors.

We’d like to thank all those that entered and encourage you to check these homes out this weekend.

1st Place - 2504 Pheasant Drive, Longmont

2nd Place - 1811 Lashley St., Longmont

3rd Place (Tie) - 2265 Keota Lane, Superior

3rd Place (Tie) - 644 Olympia Ave., Longmont

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REAL ESTATE

Millennials and real estate: A tale of love, adventure and crushing debt BOULDER – Meet Declan.

A 24-yearold college graduate, he recently landed in Boulder to participate in Techstars, SEAN the dream of MCILLWAIN becoming the Mod Boulder next Mark Real Estate Zuckerberg his driving force. After his flight which he booked on Kayak, he grabbed an Uber at DIA and settled into his week long Airbnb just off Pearl Street. Looking for a few good restaurants, he Snapchat’ed his query to followers and got a flurry of insider recommendations in just a few minutes.

Sound familiar? This sharedeconomy, digitally driven millennial experience is becoming the new norm. Now America’s largest generation, millennials are focused more on their careers and less on settling down. Case

in point: homeownership for millennials is the lowest of any generation in over five decades.

According to a recent Washington Post article, U.S. homeownership across all age groups has fallen to its lowest level in over 50 years to just 62.9 percent. And for Americans under 35, homeownership is just below 35 percent. Is this housing trend a choice, or a byproduct of our for-profit educational system?

The jury’s still out.

One theory behind the millennial abandonment of homeownership is that this generation subscribes to the digital nomad lifestyle, where a sharing economy is both hip and easy, and mind-expanding experiences are more valuable than tangible property. With a laptop and a work-remotely job, millennials only need fast wifi (and caffeine) to make a living.

There have been plenty of influencers and trendsetters in this movement toward paring down and simplifying life. James

Altucher, whose age surpasses millennials by a few decades, owns only 15 things. He’s also a venture capitalist, financial pundit, and the author of 16 popular books. Ever heard the saying, “You have to be rich to be a minimalist”? Yep, me too.

An alternate theory behind the lack of homeownership among millennials claims that it’s not a choice – it’s a result of the crushing weight of student debt. With the average student loan debt now topping $30,000 for millennials, many continue to lease long after the diploma is handed over, and some even – gulp – still live at home with their parents. Almost a third of today’s 18-to-34-year-olds are still bunking with the ‘rents – a number so shocking, this age group has now replaced the elderly as those most likely to live in a multigenerational household.

This same theory claims that millennials actually aspire to be eventual homeowners. According to Fannie Mae’s National Housing Survey 93 percent of millennials between the ages of 25 and 34 say they are likely to purchase a home in their lifetime, compared to 81 percent of renters overall. With millennials largely underemployed and waiting longer than ever to marry

(the age is now pushing 30), homeownership seems out of the question.

Regardless of whether this housing trend is intentional or not, a seismic generational shift in priorities is happening across the country. For older generations, real estate is symbolic of a lifetime investment, and something that could likely serve as an eventual nest egg for retirement. For newer generations, homeownership is starting to be seen as an antiquated approach to financial stability and overvalued as a financial investment.

Will Declan, our tech-savvy millennial, be accepted into Techstars, building his wealth to the point where he recognizes homeownership as a valuable appreciating asset and settles down in Boulder? Or will he continue to thrive on experience and the excitement of a nomadic lifestyle in a shared economy?

Either way, let’s hope Declan has a solid plan for saving for the future. His 65-year-old self will thank him.

Sean McIllwain is the founding broker at Mod Boulder Real Estate. Call 720.252.6051, e-mail sean@modboulder.com or visit modboulder.com.

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Thompson Daviau Realty helping Soles4Souls combat poverty BOULDER – Janet Thompson and Kirsty Daviau, a mother and daughter team and the founders of Thompson Daviau Realty, are proud to announce their office, located at 4450 Arapahoe Avenue, Suite 100, Boulder, CO, is hosting a fall donation drive for Soles4Souls in honor of its ten-year anniversary and will be collecting donated shoes until November 23. “I strongly encourage everyone in the community to drop by our office and drop off a new or gently worn pair of shoes to help Soles4Souls fight poverty,” said Thompson.

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as walking becomes unbearable, which perpetuates the cycle of poverty. To date, Soles4Souls has collected and distributed more than 26 million pairs of shoes to those in need in 127 countries around the world and all 50 states in the U.S. “Every pair of donated shoes counts, and can provide relief today so thousands can succeed tomorrow,” concluded Daviau.

“Everyone in the world should have at least one good pair of shoes.”

For more information about getting involved with Soles4Souls or to become an official drop-off location, visit soles4souls.org/get-involved.

About Soles4Souls Soles4Souls is a not-for-

profit global social enterprise committed to fighting poverty through the collection and distribution of shoes and clothing. The organization advances its anti-poverty mission by collecting new and used shoes and clothes from individuals, schools, faith-based institutions, civic organizations and corporate partners, then distributing those shoes and clothes both via direct donations to people in need and by provisioning qualified micro-enterprise programs designed to create jobs in poor and disadvantaged communities.

Based in Nashville, TN, Soles4Souls is committed to the highest standards of operating and governance and holds a four-star rating with Charity Navigator.

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Janet Thompson and Kirsty Daviau, Thompson Daviau Realty

Thompson Daviau Realty services Boulder County and the surrounding areas of Broomfield, Adams, Jefferson and Weld Counties. Both are members of the Colorado Association of Realtors®, and Janet is a member of the Longmont Association of Realtors®, while Kirsty is a member of the Boulder Association of Realtors®. For more information, call 303.564.8746, or visit ThompsonDaviauRealty.com.

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connect with the extensive trail systems in both Broomfield and Westminster,” says Kathy Curtis of the sales team. “Skyestone has permanent open space to the west and south and is close to the mountains. Hiking, mountain biking and skiing is all within easy reach. It really is an incredible place to live.”

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With the Flatirons as a backdrop, Skyestone is a dynamic 518-home master-planned community that blends the beauty of the outdoors with modern Colorado living.

Skyestone in Broomfield: A vibrant lifestyle and exceptional amenities for 55 and over Life is a pleasure every day at Skyestone, Taylor Morrison’s new 55+ residential community.

By Judy Finman, At Home. Photo courtesy of Taylor Morrison

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ith the Flatirons as a backdrop, Skyestone is a dynamic 518-home master-planned community that blends the beauty of the outdoors with modern Colorado living. Residents enjoy miles of trails for biking, hiking or running, plenty of open space, and Skyestone’s exclusive indoor and outdoor amenities.

These one-story, single-family homes come with the newest features to assure comfortable and safe living. Utilizing the high-quality building that Taylor Morrison is known for, the homes include the latest in materials and finishes, energysaving appliances, designer kitchens and distinctive details.

Customer care includes design consultation, and taking into account the owner’s personal preferences throughout the building process.

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Open floor plans complement Colorado living with thoughtfully distinguished spaces and functional designs.

The spacious lots, from 5,000 to 6,000 square feet, feature views and open spaces. Large windows and optional patio spaces invite even more light in. The homes range from 1,584 to 2,588 square feet, 2 to 3 bedrooms with den, 2 to 2.5 baths, 2- to 3-car garages.

Partial basements are included as a standard feature; finished basements are optional.

Location Skyestone is perfectly situated in Broomfield, with easy access to Boulder and Denver. With 170 acres of land to build on, Skyestone boasts beautiful homes on well-appointed lots that have views of the Flatirons and the Rocky Mountains. With a “mountain modern” aesthetic, Skyestone provides residents with a relaxed way of living that honors the abundant outdoor space available.

“Residents get to access miles of biking and hiking paths that

The Lodge Much of Skyestone’s appeal is the year-round availability of resort-style amenities. In July, residents were thrilled at the opening of The Lodge, a stunning new building to house the community’s events, activities, and recreational and athletic facilities.

The Lodge functions as the central meeting point for the community and is the ideal location for meeting with friends or making new ones. Besides an outdoor swimming pool and spa, sun deck, social game areas, gathering spaces and fire pit, pool table and more, yoga classes and social events are offered on the lawn and in the Lodge’s six distinct interior spaces.

There is a state-of-the-art fitness center, yoga studio, pool table, Bocce Ball and Pickle Ball courts, which are a favorite at Skyestone, big screen televisions, and a demonstration kitchen to be used for cooking classes, guest chefs and events. The community garden, which produces an abundance of vegetables and herbs, is another popular pastime.

The Villas Collection The Villas Collection at Skyestone is coming soon.

“We are planning to break ground on the model in November,” says Kathy Curtis. “We don’t have a price range or floor plans to distribute at this time, but should have by the first of November. We expect them to be attractively priced, and the size is 1,200 to 1,450

Interview with an active homeowner How happy I am to live here,” says Jeanette Hizel, who moved from Arvada into her new home at Skyestone in March. “I looked at other communities: condos, townhomes and single-family homes. I chose

Skyestone because I liked the community feeling, the opportunities to make friends, the Taylor Morrison floor plans, the ranches and their layouts.” She likes the lifestyle. “It is an active 55-and-older community, with hiking and biking and

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exercise, walking paths, activities going on daily – a lively place to live. It is good for the residents.

It’s easy to meet new people.”

She adds, “The location is so great, and we have beautiful views of the Flatirons.”

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square feet, with at least 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2-car garage, some with basements, some without.”

These homes epitomize the “lock and leave” trend prized by active Coloradoans. The HOA will do the landscaping and snow removal, so people are free to come and go and enjoy their free time and the active Skyestone lifestyle.

The homes will be built in a quad space that will share a common courtyard. For more information, contact the Skyestone sales office at 303.325.2444.

Now they’re enjoying a good life in this beautiful place – like the fulfillment of the American dream.”

“It’s a great location, a beautiful setting. You can sit outside at night and look at the stars.”

centers, the library, nature hiking and biking, with great trails nearby. People develop rapport with their neighbors.

There’s a dinner club, dinner parties, singles and couples. We had a block party recently.

“This is an active adult community. People are smart, and they have pride in what they have accomplished in life.

Visit Skyestone The award-winning sales

center is located at 12091 Red Fox Way in Broomfield near 108th Avenue and Simms Street. Call the sales team at 303.325.2444 for more information. Sales center hours are Sunday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday 1 to 6 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information visit skyestonedenver.com.

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The active lifestyle Lifestyle Director Angela Harris plans programs and events for Skyestone’s residents.

“I find out what people want to do and help them enjoy their retirement and their lives and get connected with others.

Some people work from home, some work part time, and about half are retired. I will say, ‘We’re going to do volunteer work,’ or ‘We’re going to have coffee,’ and people join in. In Broomfield there are recreation

Large windows and optional patio spaces invite even more light in.

The time has never been better to purchase a new home at Skyestone and other Taylor Morrison communities in the Denver area. If you close on select move-in ready homes by Dec. 30, 2016, Taylor Morrison will pay all the closing costs up to $7,500. Restrictions apply.

Contact the sales center at Skyestone for more information at 303.325.2444.

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Zombie plants need love too BOULDER – Stepping from my house I was stopped by the sight of a single, perfect flower on the lavender shrub next to CAROL the door. The O’MEARA stem extended Colorado State University Extension horizontally so the blossom would gently caress the leg of a passerby, a ghost reminding me of summer glory long past.

“That’s odd,” I mused, “you’re supposed to be asleep in the ground.” It is, after all, time for Halloween.

Lifting my eyes, a niggling worry began to take shape: the roses are still in bloom. Like anyone in a horror movie, I didn’t take the hint, climbing into my car to go to work.

There, the penstemon was in full bloom, along with the chocolate flower (Berlandiera lyrata). Reports of hyssop and pincushion flower blooming still, and iris flowering again came in to the Help Desk, setting off the theme from the Exorcist in my head.

As October closes and November dawns, it’s worse than putting a toddler to bed

ASK THE EXPERT BOULDER – Plumbing inspections are for the most part visual. At minimum your inspector should verify that water flows and drains from fixtures at a reasonable rate that serves the fixture’s purpose. The physical condition of the plumbing that is hidden behind walls can only be evaluated by looking for water damage in the materials near the pipes or by the quality of the water dispensed.

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Leave late roses on the stem and resist pruning to protect the plant in winter. (shutterstock.com)

in the garden; the plants are refusing to lie down and go to sleep. And if they don’t before deep cold hits, we’ll have a perennial version of the Walking Dead.

To help our plants, make sure they get water. We’re still in a moderate drought and the days are warm enough to keep the plants growing.

But whatever you do, don’t deadhead them. Yes, those late roses are tempting and would make a lovely centerpiece.

Deadheading and pruning encourage new growth, which won’t be hardened off for the winter. Put down the pruners and back away.

There are several schools of thought on how to care

for perennials once they’ve gone dormant for the winter.

For those who like their beds well-made, cutting back the foliage once it’s dead gives it a neat, tidy appearance. Others subscribe to the “heck-withit” philosophy of leaving all the plants in place, frozen into a winter tableau of browned leaves, spent seed heads, and crisp flowers.

Both have their strengths and drawbacks – cutting some perennials back will open up stems to drying winds of our winters and accelerate winterkill. However, leaving dead, decomposing plants in the garden may increase risk of splashing/blowing fungal spores and other diseases.

How to achieve balance?

After perennial foliage dies off, you can remove it, though you might want to leave ornamental grasses, seed heads of Rudbeckia, Echinacea, or poppies until late winter for the texture and food for birds they provide. One note of caution – leave only the healthy ones to stand. If they are diseased, remove them and throw them out. Birds may appreciate a nice seed snack, but nobody, bird or human alike, appreciates a disease filled meal.

Leaving your plant clean up until spring also allows the plant to capture more snow, funneling moisture to the soil. Snow, along with mulch,

gathered at the base of plants sitting close to each other in a winter garden also gives them some added protection from wind. After the ground freezes, apply mulch to stabilize soil temperature and prevent alternate freezing and thawing of soil, which can lift crowns above soil levels.

In Colorado, roses do not have to be capped for winter protection, and, due to our intense, sunny days, capping is discouraged. The best protection for roses against winter kill, particularly for the hybrid teas and grandifloras, is to mulch over the bud union and lower portion of the canes to a height of six to eight inches with loose soil, leaves, or similar material. This protection is particularly important in late winter and early spring to protect the vital parts of the plants from extreme changes in temperatures.

Colorado State University Extension, together with Boulder County Parks and Open Space, provides unbiased, research-based information about consumer and family issues, horticulture, natural resources, agriculture and 4-H youth development.

For more information contact Extension at the Boulder County Fairgrounds, 9595 Nelson Rd., Box B, Longmont, 303.678.6238, or visit ext. colostate.edu/boulder.

Plumbing inspections

RICK JACQUEMARD

Flatirons Home Inspections included in the report. For public water, it is typically on the street-side lowest level near the floor.

Tests should include both hot and cold supplies and the presence of a reasonable

amount of water flow when separate fixtures are operated simultaneously on the highest level of the home. Sink faucets should be properly aligned with the hot water control on the left and the cold water control on the right. The same is true for the bath tub and shower. Toilets function properly and have at least two feet of clearance in front.

Kitchen appliances should also be included in a plumbing inspection. Verification of functionality, proper installation as well as water supply and drains should be noted. Water heaters should be inspected for proper water line connections, heating, venting and age. Most

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water heaters will last 10 to 15 years if properly maintained.

The type of pipes used for supply, drains and vents should also be noted.

For more information on home inspections contact Rick Jacquemard, at 720.280.3544, e-mail rick@flatironshi.com or visit flatironshi.com.

October 28-29, 2016

OpenHomes Quick Guide

Visit AtHomeColorado.com for a complete listing and map of open homes in the area.

City

Open Open House House Street Date Time

Price

Agent

Company

Phone

Boulder

Sunday

3pm-5pm

4800 Osage Dr #30

$369,900

Marcia Cotlar

8z Real Estate

720-352-9755

Boulder

Saturday

2pm-4pm

1201 Balsam #304

$508,000

Kristin Kalush

RE/MAX Alliance on Walnut

303-809-1717

Boulder

Sunday

11:30am-1:30pm

1450 Lehigh Street

$725,000

Steve Altermatt

Re/Max of Boulder, Inc.

303-441-5669

Boulder

Sunday

2pm-4pm

91 Valley View Way

$849,000

Tracy Zaik

WK Real Estate

303-859-7271 303-817-2827

Boulder

Sunday

11am-2pm

2580 Kohler Drive

$875,000

Karolyn Merrill

WK Real Estate

Boulder

Sunday

1pm-4pm

4522 13th Street Unit E

$875,000

Michael Rebich

ReMax of Boulder

303-478-3207

Boulder

Saturday

1pm-3pm

640 Poplar Avenue

$925,000

Sybil Zikmund

RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.

303-717-0448

Boulder

Sunday

12:30pm-3:30pm

635 Paragon Drive

$1,399,000

Judy Pitt

WK Real Estate

303-541-1937

Boulder

Sunday

1pm-3pm

901 Hawthorn Ave

$1,695,000

Karen Barrocas

RE/MAX Alliance

303-817-6772

Boulder

Sunday

12pm-3pm

7496 Panorama Drive

$1,695,000

Julia Cantarovici

8z Real Estate

720-203-7789

Boulder

Sunday

12pm-3pm

652 Theresa Drive

$1,950,000

Dennis & Jann Culver

WK Real Estate

303-618-3366

Boulder

Saturday

12pm-3pm

652 Theresa Drive

$1,950,000

Dennis & Jann Culver

WK Real Estate

303-618-3366

Boulder

Sunday

1pm-3pm

7172 Old Post Rd

$1,975,000

Peggy Reed

RE/MAX Alliance

303-818-7000

Boulder

Sunday

12pm-2pm

2890 Stanford Ave

$2,290,000

Ashley Newell

RE/MAX Alliance on Walnut

303-518-0691

Boulder

Sunday

11am to 1pm

755 Jonquil Place

$2,995,000

Hosted by Mia Ness

Colorado Landmark, Realtors

720-273-7567

Boulder

Daily

11am-5pm

3092 Big Horn St

$1M +

Roz Giannasi Pinon

Markel Homes: Kalmia38, Northfield Village & Northfield Commons

303-442-0309

Erie

Saturday

12pm-2pm

215 Indian Peaks Drive

$460,000

Drew Smith

TrailRidge Realty

720-307-4317

Firestone

Saturday

12pm-3pm

5954 Booth Dr

$329,500

Brian MacDonald

Coldwell Banker Residential

303-915-9126

Firestone

Sunday

11am-2pm

5954 Booth Dr

$329,500

Brian MacDonald

Coldwell Banker Residential

303-915-9126

Golden

Saturday

12pm-2pm

5364 Dunraven Circle

$799,000

Lauren Berry & Karolyn Merrill

WK Real Estate

303-868-6445/ 303-817-2827

Golden

Saturday

10am-1pm

19514 W 54th Pl

$810,000

Joseph Wise

RE/MAX Alliance

720-450-2789

Lafayette

Sunday

11am-1pm

810 E Geneseo St

$315,250

Karen Bernardi

The Bernardi Group

303-402-6000

Lafayette

Sunday

1pm-3pm

1290 Ptarmigan Ct

$765,000

Tom Precourt

RE/MAX Alliance on Walnut

303-921-9080

Lafayette

Sunday

12pm-3pm

2830 Shoshone Trail

$1,075,000

Eric Wright

WK Real Estate

720-564-6052

Lafayette

Sunday

2pm-4pm

902 Jasmine Pl

$439,900

Peter Garthwaite

Goodacre & Company

303-931-2777

Longmont

Saturday

1pm-3pm

1418 Whitehall Drive - D

$289,000

Denise Patryas

RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.

303-818-5354

Longmont

Saturday

12pm-2pm

314 Maggie St

$395,000

Laurell Richey

RE/MAX Alliance

303-881-4525

Longmont

Sunday

12pm-2pm

314 Maggie St

$395,000

Laurell Richey

RE/MAX Alliance

303-881-4525

Longmont

Saturday

11am-2pm

424 Flicker Ave

$429,900

Cory Dudley

Old Town Real Estate Co

303-641-8597

Longmont

Sunday

12pm-2pm

222 Bowen St.

$435,000

Frank O'Mahony

Equity Colorado

720-491-1263

Longmont

Saturday

12pm-2pm

1895 3rd Ave

$554,000

Suzy Williamson

RE/MAX Alliance

720-491-9885

Longmont

Saturday

11am-2pm

615 Lincoln St

$595,000

Holly Anderson

KL Realty

303-444-3177

Longmont

Saturday

11:30am-1:30pm

4958 Eagan Circle

$649,900

Debbie Haubert

WK Real Estate

303-588-2128

Longmont

Sunday

11am-1pm

1025 Katy Ln

$665,000

Suzy Williamson

RE/MAX Alliance

720-491-9885

Longmont

Sunday

11am-1:30pm

14516 N 107th (Hwy 287)

$875,000

Teresa Lomax

Coldwell Banker Residential

303-827-6320

Longmont

Daily

11am-5pm

918 Half Measures Dr

$600k+

Marlita Lazo

Markel Homes: Prospect NewTown

303-522-7928

Longmont

Thursday - Sunday

12pm-4pm

1437 Moonlight Drive

Starting in the high-$300,000's. Chris Sweeney/Stan Meade

Pedal To Properties

720-480-6106/ 303-817-7777

Louisville

Wednesday-Monday

11am-5pm

1805 Blue Star Lane - Model Home

$700k's+

Michele Steward

Markel Homes - North End

303-604-9196

Lyons

By appointment

11am-5pm

334 McConnell Drive

$500,000+

Marlita Lazo

Markel Homes

303-823-6814

Niwot

Sunday

11am-1pm

4348 Pebble Beach Drive

$999,950

Chris Haught

WK Real Estate

303-947-4074

Niwot

Saturday

11am-1pm

6454 Legend Ridge Trl

$1,850,000

Deborah Read Fowler

Colorado Landmark

720-378-1217

For Hafer 303.473.1456 or or Doreen Talarico303.684.5329 303.473.1452 Forinformation informationon onlisting listingyour youropen openhome, home,call callThais Thais Hafer 303.473.1456 Toni McNeill October 28-29, 2016

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Boulder County Gold Award

Impact of solar panels on home sales

15 years in a row!

4958 Eagan Circle

Longmont

4348 Pebble Beach Drive

Niwot

Open Sat 11:30am-1:30pm $649,900 Location, Mountain Views, Turn Key Ready!!! www.4958.wkre.com Debbie Haubert: 303-588-2128

Open Sun 11am - 1pm Private Lake and Golf Community! www.4348.wkre.com Chris Haught: 303-947-4074

$999,950

635 Paragon Drive

652 Theresa Drive

Boulder

Open Sun 12:30 - 3:30pm Wondrous views from 1.3 acres. www.635.wkre.com Judy Pitt: 303-541-1937

8114 Gray Court #478

Boulder $1,399,000

Arvada

Open Sun 12:00 - 3:00pm $1,950,000 City Close, Country Quiet Family Hm Horse pty. www.652.wkre.com Dennis & Jann Culver: 303-618-3366

1325 Hover Street

Longmont

New Listing! $245,000 Beautifully updated townhome near lake & park. www.8114.wkre.com Ashley Kipfer: 303-725-0216

Land $350,000 Hover Medical Campus Vacant Land. www.1325.wkre.com Chris Haught: 303-947-4074

1155 Summit View Dr.

3016 Sunflower Court

Louisville

Mead

3 Bed, 3 Bath $650,000 Brand New Patio Home with Mountain Views! www.1155.wkre.com Gary Collins: 303-947-6129

6 Bed, 5 Bath $879,900 Elegant Custom 2 Story home on 1 acre! www.3016.wkre.com Craig Cowley: 303-589-4009

2169 Wagon Way

3640 Whetstone Way

Louisville

4 Bed, 4 Bath $769,900 Coveted Louisville Steel Ranch! 4bed 3.5 bath. www.2169.wkre.com Christine Myers: 303-246-8246

LOVELAND – Solar panels have popped up on rooftops all over Colorado.

It seems to have been a huge trend over the last several years given the SUZANNE growing desire to PLEWES be eco-friendly RE/MAX Alliance and the big incentives offered by solar panel companies. Homeowners might not have realized that these solar panels can have an impact when it comes to selling a home.

Here’s how…

Buyer appeal Some buyers will love that a home is equipped with solar panels, while others may not be so enthusiastic. It’s not that they don’t have a desire to be environmentally conscious. They simply may not agree with or want to deal with solar panel contracts.

Impact on curb appeal Placement of solar panels is extremely important. Panels placed on the front roof of a home can be an eye sore in some cases.

It can reduce curb appeal, which correlates to less buyer interest or a lower selling price.

Transferability and logistics Since solar panel contracts are specific to a property and homeowner, they may need to be transferred to the new owner or removed from the property altogether. Homeowners will need to review the specific terms/ options, communicate that to potential buyers, and complete

any necessary steps to resolve the situation prior to closing.

Added legal requirements The existence of solar panels adds another legal aspect to a home sale. Buyers and sellers may want to seek legal advice to understand the contract and what their rights and options are.

Additional time may be required before closing to review the information and resolve the matter (whether it be transferring the contract or having the panels removed).

What buyers and sellers should know We are certainly not discouraging the use of solar panels in a home. It is important for everyone to be more environmentally conscious.

However, as a homeowner, it is critical that you fully understand the placement and terms of your solar panel contract and how it may impact a future home sale.

Be prepared to provide necessary documentation to potential home buyers.

For home buyers, understand solar contracts fully before accepting a transfer into your name. Given that most people live in a home for just 5-7 years, think about your future resale potential and impact as well.

Weigh this against the benefits (both environmental and financial) of having solar power in your new home.

Suzanne Plewes is a broker associate at RE/MAX Alliance.

Write to 750 W. Eisenhower Blvd., Loveland, CO 80537, call 970.290.0373 or e-mail suzanneplewes@remax.net.

Mead

3 Bed, 2 Bath $299,900 Open floor plan Ranch backing to open space. www.3640.wkre.com Jeanie Parsons: 303-775-9612

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open Homes Open Saturday 12PM-2PM 215 Indian Peaks Dr, Erie www.Erie-Highlands.com

OPEN SATURDAY 1 – 3 PM

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LONGMONT | 1418 WHITEHALL DRIVE – D $289,000 Well-maintained condo in Golden Bear with an open floor plan with sunny bright rooms, a terrific private patio and the communal pool. The unit offer a main floor bedroom, full bath and an upper lever master suite, new stainless steel kitchen appliances, unfinished basement for lots of storage plus a one car attached garage. Plenty of green space and trees surround this unit which offers plenty of privacy. Stop by or call Denise for a showing.

$460,000 5 bed | 4 bath | Finished Basement New construction without the wait!

Directions: From Pace and 17th Street go east on 17th Street to the Whitehall Dr, right (south) on Whitehall Dr, then immediate left on to Whitehall Dr and look for sign. The home is 2nd from east corner that is set back off street.

Leanne Goff • 720-465-7005

OPEN SATURDAY 1PM-3PM OPEN SUNDAY 12PM-2PM

4255 San Marco Drive Longmont - $424,900 Fabulous 3 BR/2.5 BA home w/open floor plan in SW Longmont’s Renaissance neighborhood.

OPEN SUNDAY 11AM-1:30PM 14516 N. 107th, St. (Hwy 287), Longmont $875,000 4 bedroom home with detached studio and large shop.

Fantastic mountain views.

Ideal location for home-based business opportunity.

Stacy Millward Coldwell Banker (303)-921-7927 stacy.millward@coloradohomes.com

Held Open By Teresa Lomax (303)827-6320 teresa.lomax@coloradohomes.com

Open House Saturday 12-3PM 407 N Garden Ct, Platteville 80651 $519,900

O P E N S U N D AY 1 2 P M - 3 P M

652 Theresa Drive, Boulder $1,950,000 Michael Tapp from Private Mortgage Banking will be available to answer your mortgage questions and provide prequalification’s. City Close Country Quiet Family Home Horse Property. 5 Bedrooms, 4 Baths, separate family wing, guest wing and master suite 1.5 acres!!

MLS#795167 • www.652.wkre.com Dennis & Jann Culver 303-618-3366 • dculver@wkre.com www.teamculver.wkre.com

Open Tues-Sat 10-6 • Sun 12-6 5441 Neighbors Pkwy, Firestone

$383,835 DR Horton Express Homes beautiful 5 bedrooms, 3 bath, study plus 3-car two-story home. Nice open floor plan with hardwood floors, spacious pantry and large corner lot. Front yard landscaping included.

MLS#804608 Visit the model at 5254 Sandy Ridge.

Brandi Garifi 720-291-0899

Kathy Beck 970-213-8475

Model Home Located at 1437 Moonlight Drive, Longmont Office Hours: Thursday – Sunday 12pm-4pm Two-story and ranch plans available Homes starting in the high-$300,000’s Call for more information and inventory Stan Meade Chris Sweeney 303.817.7777 720.480.6106 www.pedaltoproperties.com

Denise Patryas 303.818.5354 denisepatryas@boulderco.com

4 Beds • 4 Baths • Total Sq. Ft. 2842

Beautiful home featuring 4bed, 4bath, study, oversized 3-car heated garage and detached 1200 sq. foot shop situated on 1+ acre lot on a cul-de-sac. No HOA. Pre-inspected with 1 year warranty.

MLS# 803293 LONGMONT TIMES-CALL ONLY Hosted By: Hosted by: Richard Payne Jr. Mary Poll

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970-412-7833

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OPEN SAT & SUN 1PM-3PM 6274 Twilight Avenue, Firestone, CO. A designated space celebrating your creativity awaits in this stunning 4 bd/3bath two story home. Kitchen offers serene cooking space with gas range/oven, granite countertops, 42’ alder cabinets and a large pantry. Solid hardwood floors throughout main floor, two sided fireplace, textured walls and central air are included in the base price of $376,000.

Fran Burns

970-396-1516

Tues-Sat 10-6 • Sun 12-6 10323 Bluegrass St, Firestone $525,000 Fantastic gourmet kitchen w/stainless appliances, granite & h hardwoods - this is one of DR Horton’s most popular plans!

Main floor bedroom and bath, plus formal living & dining room, great room, and mud room! Upstairs laundry with closet and shelves.

Visit the model at 10280 Bluegrass St. Kathy Beck 970-213-8475

Brandi Garifi 720-291-0899

For advertising information, please call Toni McNeill 303.684.5329 or Thais Hafer 303.473.1456 For a complete listing and map of open homes in the area visit AtHomeColorado.com October 28-29, 2016

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600 Airport Rd., #J, Longmont, CO 80503 • 303-772-7478 Under Contract

Ann Napier 303-775-5234

Beth Shields 720-587-9330

Under Contract

Under Contract

4662 County Road 34, Platteville $795,000 Custom Ranch Home 4Beds/2Baths/2Car Garage

2316 Horseshoe Circle, Longmont $550,000 Exquisite Mountain Views 5Bed/4Bath/3Car Garage

Cheryl Melichar 303-817-6163

Christine Torres 720-320-1405

Under Contract

735 Ridge Creek Ct., Longmont $588,900 Amazing Views 5Bed/4Bath/2Car Garage

Cindy Montgomery 720-373-9235

Deidra Laurel 720-840-2212

Under Contract

Under Contract

1756 Drinkwater Ct., Erie $423,000 Ranch Home 4Beds/3Baths/2Car Garage

3110 Megan Way, Berthoud $539,900 Welcome Home 5Beds/4Bath/3Car Garage

Duane Penny 970-290-2220

Janie Larson 720-937-2676

Under Contract

123 Falcon Lane, Lyons $600,000 Stunning 4Beds/3Baths/3Car Garage

John Flood 720-771-7966

1199 Links Ct., Erie $945,000 Luxury Home 4Beds/5Baths/3Car Garage

4501 Nelson Rd. #2305, Longmont $325,000 See and Be Amazed 3Beds/2Baths/1Car Garage

Judy Whitaker 303-829-0484

Lynn Stevenson 303-324-1891

3111 Thundering Herd Way, Wellington $303,000 Price Reduced 4Beds/3Baths/3Car Garage

4255 San Marco Dr., Longmont $424,900 SW Longmont Renaissance 3Beds/3Baths/2Car Garage

Nicki Arnold 303-656-8148

Stacy Millward 303-921-7927

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Real estate signs cover the lawn at a condominium complex in San Jose, Calif.

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By Richard Scheinin, The Mercury News (TNS)

9670 Brentwood Way #208, Westminster $174,900 Convenient Location 2Beds/1Bath

Jennifer Melichar 303-870-6162

The new world of real estate is on your phone

11903 E Nevada Circle, Aurora $227,000 Bright Townhome 4Beds/4Baths/1Car Garage

14516 N 107th St., Longmont $875,000 Remarkable Views 4Beds/3Baths/5Car Garage

1368 Garden Circle, Longmont $325,000 Neat and Clean Ranch 3Beds/2Baths/2Car Garage

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Walking into Exhibit Hall D at the Santa Clara Convention Center earlier this month, real estate agent Lisa Faria scanned the day’s schedule and spotted a talk she wouldn’t miss: “Look at this one – ‘A Day in the Life of a Mobile Savvy Agent.’ I am so not a mobile savvy agent. I definitely need that panel.”

A few minutes later, she got the lowdown from Kristi Kennelly, a national speaker for Realtor.com who used to be a Broadway dancer.

Seriously. Among other shows, she appeared in “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.”

The opening act for the Santa Clara County Association of Realtors’ 26th Annual Convention and Expo, Kennelly led her audience through a fictitious day on the phone: how to succeed in business by trying hard, with apps.

There’s an app, she explained, that tracks mileage for tax purposes (MileIQ), as well as an app (Legend) that transforms photos into videos with written sales pitches, and yet another app (FiveStreet) that answers clients’ 3 a.m. inquiries with prewritten messages: “Catching a few zzz’s right now.

Can I call you at 8 a.m.?”

You know, leveraging technology.

“Mobile-friendly is what it’s about,” said Kennelly, who proposed an app for just about every 30 minutes of the workday, starting at 6 a.m.

Faria, who works for Coldwell Banker, intends to use “Great Schools,” which can get agents up to speed with detailed ratings, reviews

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and test scores for neighborhood schools, and “slydial,” which lets an agent leave messages for clients without their phones ringing.

She picked up a bushel-full of tips: “Lots of easy-to-use apps that we need in our oh-so-mobile lives.”

Around the exhibit hall, there were dozens of vendors in booths, representing mold- and odorremoval services; title companies; property inspection services; banks and other lenders; an off-price carpet outlet; even a chiropractor.

Old-school stuff, most of it.

But the talks attended by the 1,700 agents and real estate professionals who registered for the convention were all about the new world that’s unfolding around them.

Stay relevant, they were repeatedly told – keep up.

Joseph Lin, a product manager for MLSListings.com in Silicon Valley, said he hoped to scope out “the new stuff on the market – maybe to help me build my website better.”

He had his eye on a talk called “Strike it Rich Using Real Estate Data with Five Market Mining Habits,” to be given by Sean O’Toole, CEO and founder of PropertyRadar, a marketing and customer management service.

“When you know your target audience’s behavior better, then you can create more services that fulfill their needs,” Lin said. “Then you can be successful.”

Another talk, about building successful brokerages, was titled “If You Build It, Will they Come?”

The two presenters – Chris Trapani, founder and CEO of the Sereno Group, and James Dwiggins, CEO of NextHome – talked a lot about improving productivity and professionalism. Dwiggins discussed establishing “brand standards” for his agents, while Trapani described effective team-building: “We are very picky about who we hire,” he said. “We don’t care if somebody does 150 deals a year if they have too big an ego.”

He wasn’t holding back, and the audience cheered him on when he said, “The real estate industry needs to stop hiring people simply because they passed the state exam.”

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AtHomeColorado.com/Rentals Complex Name Hover Manor Senior Apartment Residence

Address 1401 Elmhurst Drive, Longmont

Type Senior Living

Rent $905/$910 per month

Bed/Bath

Description

Other Amenities

Information

1 Bed, 1 Bath

62 years and older. Secure building, quiet neighborhood, meal program, transportation, utilities paid, appliances and cable TV included. Vouchers accepted

Furnished, pet friendly, laundry facility

303.772.9292; hovercommunity.org

To list your rental or community call Thais Hafer at 303.473.1456 or e-mail hafert@dailycamera.com October 28-29, 2016

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FSBO: Exceptional 2BR Ranch, Trend area, Lngmnt, 424 Verdant Cir. 90% furnace, AC, irrigation sys, new windows, 2-C gar, shown by appt.

Call 303-774-6339.

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Just Listed-750K 6887 E County Line Road, Longmont 1005 Wolf Creek Dr,

Longmont 80504

$375,000.

Alyson Canepa, ReMax Traditions office 303-772-3800 cell 303-912-4663 Lgmnt: 4BR 3BA, near the Diagonal for quick commute to Bldr. $340,777. Call Tom at Colo Mtn Home Realty 303-823-5022 or 970-481-5188

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FAIR HOUSING NOTICE All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Law which makes it illegal to advertise a preference limitation or discrimination based on race, color, r e l i g i o n , s e x , handicap, familial status, or national origin, or an intention to make any such preferences, limitation or discrimination.

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination, call The Colorado Civil Rights Office at 1-800-262-4845/ HUD at 1-800-669-9777.

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Largest Floor Plan in Wolf Creek, 4BR 3BA, Finished Basement, Backs to Large Open Space, Trex Deck, Shade Trees, Granite Counters, Hardwood Floors.

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Just Listed-750K 5 Acre Horse Ranch-

6887 E County Line Road, Longmont

1 Block to Niwot Road.

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Well Maintained Ranch Style Home in Longmont:

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1450 sq ft.

3 Bedroom 1.75 Bath

303-581-0606 FSBO: Exceptional 2BR Ranch, Trend area, Lngmnt, 424 Verdant Cir. 90% furnace, AC, irrigation sys, new windows, 2-C gar, shown by appt.

Call 303-774-6339.

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1 Block to Niwot Road.

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2-Car Garage, Covered Patio, Fenced Back Yard with Automatic Irrigation System.

$299,900, FSBO.

Call Jim, 303 807 3740

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2737 Mapleton, Ste. 102

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Mobile Home For Sale

5201

Water Rights

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Want to purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests.

Send details to: P.O. Box 13557, Denver, CO 80201

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2001 Sky 28 x 48.

Double Wide Manufactured home for sale $69,900.00.

3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Large Kitchen with laundry area, Large Living room.

Central A/C.

Located in Blue Spruce Village mobile home park in Berthoud Colorado.

Park Space Rent $460.00 per month n Utilities not included No Dogs Call for Appointment

970-532-2183

5013

Vacation Property

GRANDPARENT HOME SWAP Want to swap our Bainbridge Island Cottage with a home in Boulder, prefer South. Call to discuss details, (206)949-6049.

5015

One share of McIntosh. Price Neg. Call 303-772-8788.

Want to purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests.

Send details to: P.O. Box 13557, Denver, CO 80201

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Homes for Rent

2BR 2BA Ground Level Condo in Central Boulder: Great Location near Bus, Schools & Shopping.

1100 sq ft, All Appliances including Frige, Dishwasher, Stove, Washer/Dryer, Storage & Parking.

Sorry No Dogs.

Available Now. $1600/month.

303-517-5391.

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35 acre mountain property at top of a hill. Great views.

Quiet road. Longmont Dam Rd. Well/septic needed. Electric atprop. MLS 794411.

Call Mark at ERA Tradewind 303-684-6335

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1300sf 3Bed/3Bath; GORGEOUS Kitchen; Wood fire; bonus office / den; pvt patio; garage; ALL LED lights;avail NOW! Call 310-613-7299.

AVAILABLE NOW

3 Bedroom 1 Bath Homes in Longmont: 1224 Gay Street Near Downtown

2150 Bowen Street Near Large Park $1595/month

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Idyllic Mountain Retreat.

Great location across from the hospital.

Estes Park.

2BD, 1BA. Avail.

Nov. 15th 4-6 mth lease. $2100/mo.

303-444-4901

Nice Old Home near University. 3Br, 1.75Ba Comfy. $1575/mo. N/P/S 303-494-4568

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1 & 2 BR Apt Homes Victoria Inn Apts, 2400 17th Ave. For price/availability,

Call 303-772-4667.

Apartments & Condos:

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Foothills Apartments 2BR 1BA Units in Loveland: Washer & Dryer in Unit.

Starting at $1000/ month, Water, Sewer, Trash incl.

No Pets. 1 Year Lease. Avail Now.

970-669-7850

Call PMP Realty

303-776-RENT (7368) www.pmprealty.com

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SEMI-FURN Rooms/Apts Wkly/mnthly from $125/ wk, Utils/micro/fridge incl (303) 931-7108

Longmont 1 or 2 BR 3/4 BA. A/C. No Pets. $1,100 mo + dep.

7150 Weld CR 1, Unit 2. Near Hwy 52.

Call 303-775-3491 or 720-384-5058.

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Townhomes/ 6002 Condos for Rent Louisville Luxury.

Sunny, 4 BR ranch townhome.1950 sq ft.

2 car att grge, A/C, F/P, hdwood flrs, tall clngs, pvt ctyd, $2150/mth. N/S, N/P. 1 yr plus.

303-665-2596

for 6005 RentApts.

Furnished SEMI-FURN Rooms/Apts Wkly/mnthly from $125/ wk, Utils/micro/fridge incl (303) 931-7108

6009

Housemates/ Roommates

2 Rooms for Rent in Quiet Lafayette Home: Private Bath, Garage Parking. Must See! Call 303-887-7592 $1200/month + utilities.

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Female to rent 1 or 2 bedrooms or help with house and business. 303-517-0231

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Vacation Rentals

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Wanted to Rent

Professional exercise physiologist/Pilates pract. seeks Housesitting situation or room in home near Boulder/Laf/Louis.

Basement suite, room w/private bth. Entrance & access to kitch if poss. I’m quiet, respectful, N/S and value privacy.

Avid reader/artist/multilingual. Ideally my cat would be welcome.Can help w/pets, chores, etc to offset rent. Early to mid-Nov. avail.

Call 720-320-1946

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6016

Office Space for Lease

Office for rent in shared suite. 225 sq. ft. 1st flr .$680/mth.

4860 Riverbend Road, Suite 1, Boulder. Call

720-839-4275

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Indust./Comm’l for Lease

600 sq ft 2nd floor Loft & Studio in Erie: Ideal for Artist or Craftsperson,Toilet. $595/mo w/ 6 mo lease.

Bob 303-990-1324

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