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Buying a new home was probably your best financial move in 2016. Now you can continue to reap the financial benefits of homeownership.

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2017 Economic Forecast: Boulder and Colorado among strongest U.S. economies BOULDER – More than 300 of Boulder’s top business, nonprofit and political leaders gathered at UCAR recently to glimpse forecasts DB WILSON for 2017 RE/MAX of Boulder national, state, and Boulder economies.

Predictions are strongly positive for Colorado and Boulder County, according to economic experts at the 2017 Boulder Economic Forecast: Boulder and Beyond.

The annual forecast, hosted by the Boulder Economic Council (BEC) and the Boulder Chamber at UCAR, is one of the most anticipated events of the year.

Moderated by BEC Executive Director Clif Harald, sponsors included Elevations Credit Union as presenting sponsor and RE/MAX of Boulder among supporting sponsors.

Colorado is the second fastest growing state for percentage of population increase and the fifth fastest state in the nation for rate of job growth, said keynote speaker Dr. Richard Wobbekind of CU-Boulder’s Leeds School of Business.

He said most of Colorado’s projected population growth is along the Front Range – as much as 96 percent. In job growth, the state’s No. 1 and 2 industries are leisure and hospitality, and education and health, respectively.

Strong employment is fueling robust retail sales and sales tax coffers, which benefit state, city and municipal funding.

Wobbekind said the national economy is expected to be strong with increases forecasted across labor participation, household wealth, consumer confidence and home prices.

In addition, the dollar is strong.

He did express a note of caution about the recent and expected continuation of interest rate increases, since higher interest rates can spur inflation. But projected interest rate increases remain low compared to higher rates historically, he added.

On a local level, the City of Boulder is moving ahead in

Event moderator Clif Harald, Executive Director of the Boulder Economic Council

economic growth – outperforming the nation and Colorado, according to presenter Brian Lewandowski, associate director of the Business Research Division at CU-Boulder Leeds School of Business.

Citing Boulder’s primary employer-driven economy as a driver for the city’s steady economic growth, Lewandowski said key employers include IBM, Celestial Seasonings, Medtronic, Zayo, Ball Aerospace and AstraZeneca.

Lewandowski said Boulder continues to have a highly educated population, noting that 73 percent of adults in Boulder hold a Bachelor’s degree compared with 30 percent nationwide.

Most of Boulder’s jobs are in professional and technical services.

Next, a panel of three executives from Google Boulder, Boulder Brands and AstraZeneca were asked for insight by Boulder Economic Council Executive Director Clif Harald.

Harald asked panelists about “attributes of Boulder most important to your business” and “risks Boulder faces in sustaining economic vitality.”

AstraZeneca Site Director Darren Dasburg noted Boulder’s strong talent base, highly educated in the biosciences, along with a pipeline of well-educated students from CU Boulder as significant for AstraZeneca. He added that retention of employees is key.

In risk factors, Dasburg cited the need for skilled tradespeople to carry out plant renovations and maintain quality construction.

Google Boulder Site Director Scott Green said the availability of a talented workforce is important to Google, as well as collaboration and support from the technology Photos courtesy of RE/MAX of Boulder.

Keynote speaker Dr. Rich Wobbekind, Executive Director of the Business Research Division, CU Boulder Leeds School of Business.

Supporting sponsor RE/MAX of Boulder attendees including RE/MAX of Boulder Realtor Irene Shaffer, Managing Broker DB Wilson, and Realtor Mike Malec.

and broader communities.

From a risk perspective, he noted the tendency for technology companies to “eat their own” and added that Google needs to be aware of that trait.

Boulder Brands Executive Vice President and President Michael Allen said Boulder is the center of the progressive food movement, adding that the community itself is unique in its citizens’ lifestyle, focus on health, and understanding of natural, healthy food.

Allen considers Boulder’s high cost of living to be a potential risk, including high home prices and the cost of relocation.

To see a copy of Dr. Wobbekind’s presentation visit the Boulder Economic Council website at: bouldereconomiccouncil.org/ bec_publications/presentationby-dr-richard-wobbekind-2017economic-forecast-boulderbeyond. For real estate market statistics and data from RE/MAX of Boulder, visit boulderco.com/ blog.

DB Wilson is the Managing Broker of RE/MAX of Boulder. To reach him call 303.358.5934 or e-mail dbwilson@BoulderCO.com.

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6 key post-home purchase moves Buying a new home was probably your best financial move in 2016. Now you can continue to reap the financial benefits of homeownership in the new year and take some steps to help protect your investment.

Follow these tips to position yourself going forward to be a happier homeowner with a great house and a few extra bucks in your pocket while being proactive financially in the coming months.

Get a property tax break In a number of states, you can benefit from a homestead exemption, which gives you a break on your property taxes.

Some states allow those who have their principle residence in the state to file for a homestead exemption, while others only offer the property tax break to certain groups, such as those over the age of 65 or disabled military veterans.

Buying a new home was probably your best financial move in 2016.

Now you can continue to reap the financial benefits of homeownership in the new year and take some steps to help protect your investment.

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When you’re planning a late retirement Along with being a place to call your home, one of the biggest

benefits of buying a house is the federal income tax deductions it provides.

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benefit you can,” says Bill Brown, 2017 president of the National Association of Realtors.

Now is the time to familiarize yourself with the tax deductions, such as the mortgage interest you paid, your real estate property taxes and the points you paid on your mortgage, Brown says.

You can benefit financially if you don’t wait until the last minute to pay your property tax bill, says Henry Grzes, a lead technical manager for the tax section of the American Institute of CPAs. If the property taxes on your home are due in February, and you pay your bill in December, you can write off the taxes you paid on your 2016 income tax return. At the same time, many jurisdictions will give you a discount if you pay your property taxes before the deadline.

Earn tax credits for energy efficiency If you made your home more energy efficient in 2016, you can earn a federal tax credit, Grzes says.

For example, if you installed a solar electric system or solar water heater by the end of 2016, you can claim a credit when you file your taxes next year.

You also can earn a tax credit if you’ve installed energy efficient doors, windows or skylights.

These tax credits are scheduled to end after 2016.

Trim your utility bills Those energy efficiency improvements you make not only can help cut your federal income tax, they also can help cut your utility bills.

In many places, you can schedule an appointment to have your utility’s inspectors visit your home, and they can assess what changes you should make to improve your home’s energy efficiency and lower your heating and cooling costs, Golden says.

Your utility company or local government might even provide financial incentives to aid you in making such improvements.

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The top hidden costs of buying a home service fees and accrued interest costs. It’s a good idea to run the numbers through a closing cost calculator to get a more specific estimate of the fees you’re likely to face, but the sum total is usually equal to about two to five percent of the home’s selling price.

By Beth Kotz, Credit.com You’ve searched high and low until you found your dream home, saved up for that rather sizable down payment and now you’re almost ready to sign on the dotted line. But wait - how much are you really paying? The list price on that new home may be substantial, but there are many other hidden costs that aren’t included in the listing. To ensure that you make the best financial decision, take some time to carefully consider the following hidden expenses of buying a home.

Home inspection A new home is a tremendous investment, and you need to ensure that you know exactly what you’re buying before closing the deal. Scheduling a thorough home inspection by a professional is a great first step, and in fact, and along with a credit check it’s generally required as part of a home loan. A general inspection often costs $300 to $500, but it may not be the only one you need. Many lenders also require a termite inspection, and a sewer or septic line inspection is highly recommended as well. All told, the inspection process can easily run up a bill in excess of $1,000. Of course, that’s still a small price to pay to avoid investing in a home

Buying a home is an integral part of the American dream, but it doesn’t come cheap. These and other unexpected costs can quickly drain your bank account if you aren’t prepared, which is why a solid understanding of the cost of home ownership is essential. (Photo: Shutterstock).

that quickly turns into a money pit.

Survey costs Before you buy a new home, it’s a good idea to find out precisely where your property begins and ends. Some lenders require a professional land survey before even approving a mortgage, but it’s a valuable service even if you aren’t obligated to have it done.

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Upgrade your insurance In the same way you have updated your new home, you’ll also need to update your homeowners insurance policy to reflect those changes.

“Common upgrades like installing hardwood floors, updating a kitchen or bath or adding a deck can all affect the cost to rebuild,” says Angi Orbann, second vice president of property design and strategy at Travelers.

That’s why it’s important to check with your insurance agent to see if you need to increase the coverage on your house.

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reinforcing your home and installing smart technology that can help keep your house and your loved ones safe.

Making certain modifications to your home can make it better able to withstand a natural disaster, earthquake or hurricane.

You can add such things as smart smoke detectors, fire alarms and security systems, which use your smartphone to alert you of trouble.

Be sure to notify your insurer once you’ve made these changes.

By adding that extra protection, you might earn a discount on your homeowners policy, Orbann says.

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understanding of the size and shape of your property, and you can avoid trouble with potential boundary disputes now and in the future. Though the price of a professional survey varies greatly depending on the size of the property, the terrain type and other factors, most homeowners pay approximately $330 to $650.

Taxes Everyone knows that property taxes and other taxes are simply part of owning a home, but what you may not realize is that some of those taxes might need to be paid up-front. In particular, if your down payment is less than 20 percent of the home’s value, or if you’re using an FHA loan, lenders will require that you place money in an escrow account to be used for property taxes and other important non-mortgage home ownership costs. The cost may vary, but as a rule of thumb, you should plan to pay two months of property tax and insurance payments up-front.

Closing costs Next to the down payment, the largest cost you’re likely to face on the way to home ownership is the bundle of fees and taxes collectively referred to as “closing costs.” This may include any number of miscellaneous costs, often including a home appraisal, a loan origination fee, attorney and notary fees, title and tax

Moving expenses Once you’ve zeroed in on a home and you’re ready to take up residence, it’s time to pack up and move your belongings.

Depending on the distance you’ll be moving, the amount of possessions you need to transport and whether you’re planning to hire professionals or do the job yourself, this may end up being another significant cost that you haven’t considered.

Whether you’re buying boxes and totes, renting a moving van, hiring a moving company or renting temporary storage, the expenses add up quickly. In fact, the American Moving & Storage Association pegs the average cost at $1,170 for in-state moves and $5,630 for moves between states.

Cost of ownership Even after you’ve settled into your home and paid off all the fees and closing costs, don’t be so quick to put that wallet away. You’ll still be on the hook for a range of other expenses associated with home ownership, from monthly utility costs to routine maintenance to home insurance. Utility bills for the average American home total approximately $322 per month, while homeowners can generally expect to pay about one percent of their home’s value each year on maintenance and upkeep costs.

Buying a home is an integral part of the American dream, but it doesn’t come cheap. These and other unexpected costs can quickly drain your bank account if you aren’t prepared, which is why a solid understanding of the cost of home ownership is essential.

Armed with this information, you can crunch the numbers yourself and make a confident, wellinformed decision on just how much home you can really afford.

Beth Kotz is a business writer and contributor to Credit.com.

She has also been featured as a writer and editor for numerous blogs in the energy, entertainment and home verticals.

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aul and Susan Carlson had one primary goal when they began the search for their new home. “We wanted to simplify our lives,” Susan said.

Their previous home wasn’t enormous by modern standards, but at over 3,000 square feet it wasn’t exactly tiny, either. The Carlsons explained that there was always a to-do list associated with the house. Because of its size and its age, maintenance was an ongoing reality.

“We were ready to not have our house tie us down,” Paul said.

But the idea of moving was no small thing. Paul is, himself, a native of Boulder. “We lived in our house in Louisville for 30 years.

We raised our sons here,” Susan said.

The couple loves the area, and certainly didn’t see themselves moving far. There’s something about life on the Front Range that just works for them.

Fortunately, they had a bit of an inside connection to help guide their search, which eventually led them to Boulder Creek

Neighborhood’s Brennan on the Lake neighborhood in Erie.

“Our son does all the landscaping for Boulder Creek,” Paul said. That didn’t make Boulder Creek a sure shot, but it did put the builder on the Carlson’s radar.

Of course, like all home buyers, Paul and Susan had a few nonnegotiables on their must-have list.

And, to make things even more interesting, the first two items were potentially at odds with one another.

“We love to have family dinners,” Susan said. “We love to entertain.” Naturally, that meant finding a home with nice, open spaces and plenty of room. It simply wouldn’t do to relocate to something that wouldn’t accommodate their social lives.

However, at the same time they wanted something smaller than their previous home. That’s right.

They wanted less square footage without sacrificing the comfort and convenience of a spacious floorplan. While that may sound like a tall order, it was right up

Paul and Susan Carlson purchased an easyHouse patio home at Brennan by the Lake. (Rendering: Boulder Creek Neighborhoods).

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Even though their new home is more than 1,000 square feet smaller than their previous house, Paul and Susan agree that it more than meets their needs.

The layout is stylish and practical, utilizing every square inch of space without ever feeling cramped.

Boulder Creek’s alley.

Paul describes their new home at Brennan as “a great openconcept house.” Like all Boulder Creek homes, great care has been taken to maximize space. The living room area and kitchen flow together seamlessly, creating a great room that can easily handle the Carlson’s entire family. (It’s great for parties, too.) They love that everything they need on a daily basis is located on the main floor, reducing the need for daily trips up and down stairs.

Even though their new home is right around 2000 square feet, Paul and Susan agree that it more than meets their needs. The layout is stylish and practical, utilizing every square inch of space without ever feeling cramped.

When asked about the kitchen, Susan doesn’t hesitate. “I love it!” she said. She and Paul both like to cook, so it was important to have enough space that they weren’t constantly getting in each other’s way. And given that the kitchen is a natural gathering place during family events, a small one just wouldn’t have worked. Susan says their new kitchen is “really well designed,” allowing for ample space.

As for the living room, Paul said, “I like the amount of windows and how much natural light comes into the house.” The large windows add to the sense of space, creating a great room that feels both cozy and sizable at the same time.

Frankly, none of that is surprising for a Boulder Creek home. The builder has even coined a phrase to describe their designs: “right-sizing.” Rather than

focusing exclusively on building smaller homes (what many would call “down-sizing”), Boulder Creek focuses on making the very best use of available space. The result is floorplans that live large without a lot of wasted room.

So that’s two of the Carlson’s non-negotiables down. What was the third? Low maintenance living.

Once again, Boulder Creek had them covered.

“It’s just a lot of work,” Paul said of their previous home. Susan added, “He was working in the yard all the time.”

If there’s a single downside to owning a large house that homeowners feel the most in their weekly schedule, this is it. Home maintenance can feel like a parttime job, often sucking up as many as 8 hours a week. All that time doing yard work, snow removal, and other on-going tasks could be spent relaxing. It’s a very real burden, but not for Boulder Creek buyers.

That’s because every Boulder Creek home capitalizes on the benefits of a low-maintenance lifestyle.. Paul’s days of toiling in the yard are officially over.

Everything from lawn care to snow shoveling is taking care of for him, and that’s something he’s definitely excited about.

Now he and Susan can spend that time and energy doing things they enjoy. “We like to walk and hike,” Susan said. “I’m really excited to have the Thomas Reservoir right next to us.”

Brennan by the Lake is just north of Thomas Reservoir, which means all kinds of fun outdoor activities are only minutes away.

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We were ready to not have our house tie us down There are parks, walking trails, fishing spots and even picnic areas, making it a great place to enjoy a carefree afternoon as a couple or with the grandkids when they visit.

In fact, the Carlson’s are sold on the entire Brennan neighborhood.

“It feels more open to me,” Susan said. “It’s less congested.” Paul added that “access to I-25 is a piece of cake.” As the couple likes to travel, that’s a big deal. It makes trips to and from DIA a breeze.

And their new low maintenance home means they can leave with the peace of mind that they will have less home maintenance headaches on their mind when they return..

“We’ve built three other houses, ourselves,” Paul said. He describes the experience of working with Boulder Creek as completely different, highlighting how easy it was. “They were awesome to work with.”

Susan agreed. “They’re very well organized,” she said, adding, “There were no surprises.”

When it comes to an investment as big as your home, surprises are something you don’t want.

Which is why the Boulder Creek staff works so hard to ensure that buyers are always in the know. Questions are welcome at any stage of the process, and buyers consistently report feeling well informed and comfortable throughout.

Erie is growing, and Brennan by the Lake offers homebuyers an opportunity to be a part of this vibrant community. But the opportunity won’t last forever.

Boulder Creek has a reputation, not only for top-quality homes at an incredible value, but for selling quickly, too. With homes ranging from 1500 to over 2700 square feet and prices starting in the mid $400s, it’s no wonder they are so popular.

If you’re currently shopping, now is the time to take a closer look at Brennan by the Lake.

Don’t let this opportunity pass you by.

For more information on Boulder Creek Neighborhoods or Brennan by the Lake, call 720.548.2820 or visit livebouldercreek.com/communities/ brennan.

Paul and Susan Carlson had one primary goal when they began the search for their new home was to simplify their lives.

Brennan by the Lake is just north of Thomas Reservoir, which means all kinds of fun activities are only minutes away. There are parks, walking trails, fishing spots and even picnic areas, making it a great place to enjoy a carefree afternoon as a couple or with the grandkids when they visit. (Photos: Boulder Creek Neighborhoods.)

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HOME IMPROVEMENT

Cheap tricks make for budget-friendly laundry room redo

The countertop over the washer and dryer is an Ikea table top cut to size. The cabinet doors were framed with lattice molding to give them a Shaker look. The steel fire door between the laundry room and the garage got a new look -- and a new function -- with the addition of a chalkboard. The chalkboard frame was attached with removable fasteners. A galvanized box from Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft -- actually a planter meant to hold a flower arrangement – was attached the same way to hold chalk and an eraser.

The laundry room before its makeover, complete with an unsightly utility sink, an outdated wallpaper border and paint colors that don’t complement the beige tile floor.

By Mary Beth Breckenridge Akron Beacon Journal (TNS) I love a project. I also love saving money.

Put the two together, and the combination is irresistible.

I’m the queen of cheap room makeovers, and my latest undertaking is no exception. I gave my laundry/mud room an overhaul this fall, and it didn’t cost me an arm or a leg.

A little skin off a finger or two, maybe, but no limbs.

Mostly this was a paint-everything-exceptthe-floor kind of project, although I did splurge on a laundry vanity to replace an unsightly utility sink. (What’s a laundry vanity, you ask?

It’s like a bathroom vanity, but with a deep laundry sink. Who knew such a thing existed?)

Besides lots of paint, though, I also used a few cheats and creative solutions in the process. So I thought I’d pass those along.

– My laundry room had painted cabinets that were solid but boring, with flat doors just crying out for a little interest. After repainting them, I framed the doors with 1-1/2-inch-wide lattice molding from Lowe’s, which I painted the same color and adhered with construction adhesive. Voila! Shaker-style cabinets.

– I was going to spring for an Ikea butcher-block countertop for over my frontloading washer and dryer, but then it hit me: My favorite Swedish home store also sells tabletops, and they’re closer to the size I needed. I bought a Gerton butcher-block tabletop, removed the metal braces from the

underside and had a helpful friend with a table saw trim it to fit.

– I wanted my new countertop to be easily removable in case the washer or dryer needed repairing, so I engaged in a good deal of mental wrestling over how to support it. Then I took the easy way out: I simply stuck some plastic door bumpers on the underside of the countertop and laid it right on top of the appliances. And you know what? It works just fine. The bumpers keep the countertop in place and prevent it from rattling, even during the spin cycle.

– Ikea came to the rescue on another problem, how to hide the ugly drain hose and electrical outlet that stick up behind my washing machine. I pondered all sorts of solutions, from having the hose and outlet relocated to building a removable box to cover them. Then, during my Ikea trip, I spotted some great fake plants in little galvanized buckets for a few bucks apiece. I just set the plants on top of the washer, and now you don’t even notice the eyesores behind them.

A laundry basket hides another receptacle behind the dryer and gives me a place to collect dirty kitchen towels and cloth napkins.

– My cabinets stop short of the ceiling, so I topped them with storage baskets from Michaels to take advantage of the unused space and add a little decorative interest. The baskets hold things like china and glassware I use infrequently, so that freed cupboard space for items I use more often.

– Coat hooks on one wall and a temporary

over-the-door hanger give me places to hang clean laundry, but I needed a place to keep hangers within easy reach. An inexpensive spring tension rod mounted inside the laundry vanity does the trick. I just hang the hangers on the rod and close the vanity doors to keep them out of sight when I don’t need them.

– The laundry room has a door that leads to my garage, a plain steel fire door with no architectural interest whatsoever. I thought it was a perfect place to mount a chalkboard so we could jot reminders we’d see on the way out the door, but I didn’t want to make that a permanent feature. So I painted a rectangle onto the door with chalkboard paint, made a frame out of decorative molding and attached the frame to the door with 3M Command hanging strips – removable hook-and-loop fasteners meant for mounting picture frames.

Now if I get tired of the chalkboard, I can just pop off the frame, peel off the fasteners and repaint the door.

– The brass-look knob on the door had gotten pretty battered, as had the one on the door to the powder room that’s just off my laundry room. I originally planned to buy new knobs, but I decided instead to try giving the old ones a coat of Rustoleum Universal metallic spray paint in oil-rubbed bronze. I figure I can still replace the knobs if the paint doesn’t hold up, but so far they look great.

As much as I’m enjoying my new room, I’m almost sad the creative process is over.

I guess I need to find a new set of problems to solve.

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ASK THE EXPERT

COLDWELL BANKER

What a home inspection is not A home inspection is not a warranty. It is not a guarantee that nothing will break, go wrong or fail for months or years down the road.

RICK Inspectors JACQUEMARD can’t determine Flatirons Home or foresee when Inspections an appliance will fail, when roof damage will occur, when plumbing will spring a leak or when HVAC will fail.

Homes are mechanical in nature and can have items fail at any time.

Cosmetic issues are not the focus of a home inspection. However, most quality home inspectors will state in their report when it is their opinion that a defect is cosmetic. Home inspectors do not disassemble items in a home to evaluate internal conditions.

However, good inspectors will remove access panels on items such as water heaters, HVAC and main electric panels for evaluation.

Inspectors are trained to

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identify and report visible defects in thousands of items in a home.

Home inspectors are not experts on most items and will often make report comments like “should be further evaluated by an HVAC professional” This is the clue for the buyer or seller to hire a specialist because the inspector has found suspicious conditions.

No home is maintenance free there will be mechanical issues from time to time. These issues are not the inspector’s fault or something that they missed in most cases. It is just part of home ownership.

2017 MAY BE YOUR YEAR TO SELL! 2017 may be a banner year to sell your home.

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

Now, more than ever, Make sure your agent is a Boulder Area REALTOR®

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Home values are on the rise making it an opportune time to upsize, downsize or right-size.

Demand for housing in Colorado is strong and many homes are selling quickly when priced right, staged well, and marketed properly.

Available homes for sales are at record lows, helping give you the competitive advantage. Get a jump on things before the Spring influx of homes hits the market.

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Interest rates are still near record low levels, helping make it advantageous for buyers right now. Don’t wait!

The job market in Colorado is at an all-time high, which is great news for the new year.

It looks like there are many opportunities if you are looking to sell a home in the early part of the new year.

When you’re ready to make the move, we’re ready to help you get the job done right and the job done well.

Call us for more information or to request a Market Analysis of your home today.

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OpenHomes Quick Guide

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

City

Open House Date

Open House Street Time

Price Agent

Company Phone

Arvada

Sunday

11am-1pm

8372 Depew Way

$315,000

Sheri Brown

RE/MAX Alliance

720-217-2188

Boulder

Sunday

11am-2pm

166 Valley View Way

$270,000

Jeff Erickson

LIV Sothebys International Realty

303-589-2741

Boulder

Sunday

12pm-2pm

665 Manhattan Drive #203

$335,000

Mark Remington

WK Real Estate

303-489-8054

Boulder

Sunday

11am-1pm

4954 Sundance Square

$440,000

Sian Murphy

WK Real Estate

720-936-2309 303-886-5329

Boulder

Sunday

1pm-3pm

4760 Cheyenne Ct

$779,000

Barb Silverman

LIV Sotheby's International Realty

Boulder

Sunday

11am-1pm

3888 Arbol Court

$825,000

Mike Bader

Remax of Boulder

720-273-8335

Boulder

Saturday

1pm-3pm

810 Zamia Ave

$1,100,000

Sean Chance

RE/MAX Alliance

303-704-0123

Boulder

Sunday

1pm-3pm

1111 Utica Circle

$1,190,000

Dale Pearson

RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.

303-818-5640

Boulder

Sunday

12pm-3pm

3012 Palo Parkway

$1,279,900

Roz Gianassi Pinon

Kalmia 38

303-442-0309

Boulder

Sunday

12pm-2pm

4876 Valkyrie

$1,690,000

Peyman Sasha Razifard

Modern Prestige Real Estate

303.667.8738

Boulder

Sunday

12pm-2pm

485 Baseline Road

$1,695,000

Lydia Waskul/Lynn Ryan

RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.

303-981-8432

$2,100,000

Joyce Pollich

WK Real Estate

303-249-6501

Boulder

Sunday

12pm-2pm

980 White Hawk Ranch Drive

Boulder

Daily

11am-5pm

3092 Big Horn St

$1M +

Roz Giannasi Pinon

Markel Homes: Kalmia38, Northfield Village & Northfield Commons

303-442-0309

Broomfield

Sunday

1pm-4pm

235 Iris Street

$374,900

John Chamberlin

RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.

303-579-4455

Erie

Sunday

12pm-2pm

1017 Mircos Street

$449,700

Tammy Milano

RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.

303-324-2340

Lafeyette

Sunday

12pm-2pm

315 London Ave

$379,500

Ken and Ben Roth

Goodacre & Company

720-201-0941

Longmont

Saturday

12pm-2pm

2138 Collyer Street

$229,900

Mark Remington

WK Real Estate

303-489-8054

Longmont

Saturday

1pm-3pm

2112 Santa Fe Dr

$395,000

Julie Ann Markiewicz

RE/MAX Alliance

303-995-3914

Longmont

Sunday

1pm-3pm

2112 Santa Fe Dr

$395,000

Julie Ann Markiewicz

RE/MAX Alliance

303-995-3914

Longmont

Sunday

12pm-3pm

1000 Plateau Road

$799,900

Marlita Lazo

Markel Homes

303-651-9565 303-522-7928

Longmont

Daily

11am-5pm

918 Half Measures Dr.

$600k+

Marlita Lazo

Markel Homes: Prospect NewTown

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

Sunday

1pm-3pm

105 Fairfield Lane

$599,700

Tammy Milano

RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.

303-324-2340

Louisville

Saturday

12pm-3pm

1167 Summit View

$679,500

Judy Pitt

WK Real Estate

303-541-1937

Louisville

Sunday

12pm-3pm

1167 Summit View

$679,500

Judy Pitt

WK Real Estate

303-541-1937

Louisville

Sunday

12pm-3pm

1809 Sweet Clover Lane

$779,900

Michele Steward

Markel Homes

303-604-9196

1805 Blue Star Lane Model Home

$600k's+

Michele Steward

Markel Homes - North End

303-604-9196

Louisville

Wednesday-Monday

11am-5pm

Lyons

By appointment

11am-5pm

334 McConnell Drive

$500,000+

Marlita Lazo

Markel Homes

303-823-6814

Superior

Saturday

11:30am-1pm

1485 Stoneham Street

$480,000

Andrew Muller/John Hickey

RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.

303-434-6633

For information on listing your open home, call Thais Hafer 303.473.1456 or Toni McNeill 303.684.5329 14

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open Homes Open Saturday 11-2 & Sunday 11-1 1600 Mt Evans Dr.

Open Thursday-Sat 9-5 • Sun 11-5 2240 Coyote Creek, Fort Lupton

$350,000

$325,000

4 level w/over 2400 sqft. 5 bed/4 bath in desirable Hilltop Village. Bottom level Master Suite w/wood burning fireplace & full ensuite w/Jacuzzi tub. Storage room on bottom level.

Main level w/gas fireplace & open floor plan w/kitchen, dining room & living room.

MLS# 809204

Model Home not for sale. Homes in this neighborhood available now. Make an appointment with the on-site salesperson today to discuss a new home! Front yard landscaping included. Various floor plans available. USDA l eligible.

MLS#805280

Rich Moehling 970-391-1470

Kathy Beck 970-213-8475

Brandi Garifi 720-291-0899

Tues-Sat 9-5 & Sun 11-5

Tues-Sat 9-5 & Sun 11-5

2130 Longfin Ct., Windsor

5404 Neighbors Pkwy, Firestone 80504

$480,000

$350,000

Live and Play in Water Valley South! Stunning 2-story with 5 beds, 4 baths built by DR Horton. Kitchen boasts a walk-in pantry, double ovens and gas cooktop. Spacious master with a full 5-piece bath, formal dining room with wainscoting. Visit the Model at 2179 Longfin Dr. MLS#788975

Express Home built by DR Horton! Spacious 2-story floor plan, 4 beds, 3 baths and convenient second floor laundry!

Incredible great room/kitchen combo, spacious master suite and ample sized secondary bedrooms. Easy I-25 access.

Visit the model at 5251 Sandy Ridge MLS# 800698

Kathy Beck 970-213-8475

Brandi Garifi 720-291-0899

Open Tues-Sat 9-5 & Sun 11-5 10294 Stagecoach Ave., Firestone

$375,355 New Home with builder’s warranty. Ready now! Open two story home with 4 beds, 3 baths, large family room and kitchen island. Front yard landscaping included.

Highly rated Centennial Elementary School located in nneighborhood! Easy access to I-25. Model at 10280 Bluegrass.

MLS#806380 Kathy Beck 970-213-8475

Brandi Garifi 720-291-0899

Kathy Beck 970-213-8475

Brandi Garifi 720-291-0899

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

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 JANUARY 20-21, 2017

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LAWN AND GARDEN

Go native at this don’t-miss conference Conference and seminar planners have been busy this winter, planning an array of classes to expand gardeners’ minds and feed their souls. If you’re looking to changeup your landscape by going back to natives, check out Landscaping with Colorado Native Plants, Saturday, February 11 at the Ranch Events Center in Loveland.

The second year for this blockbuster natives event, this conference features design, construction, and inspiration for using natives in your garden.

Kicking off the event is a panel of experts and viewing of Hometown Habitat film clips, celebrating native plant landscapes in our area. Moderator Susan Tweit, author and plant biologist, will lead inspiring discussion with Connie Holsinger, Founder of Habitat Heroes Project, Alison Peck, Designer with Matrix Gardens, and Linda Boley, a Habitat Hero.

Participants can choose to attend five smaller breakout sessions, focusing education on what helps you plan for success with native

plants. The list of topics includes: Native Plants for Western Slope Gardens

by Denver Botanic Gardens’ Nick Daniel; Designing with Native Plants by CAROL Susan J. Tweit, O’MEARA Creating Native Colorado State Plant Landscapes University Extension – Can Do Ideas Boulder County for Beginners by designer Anne Clark.

In session two, check out: Southeast and Plains Area Natives

by Don Barnett, Establishing Natives: Native Plant Whisperer

by Jim Borland consultant, horticulturist, and radio host, while session three offers Mountain Gardening with Natives – Firewise and Waterwise by CSU Extension Agent Irene Shonle; or Dryer Plants for a New Landscape Era by local plant legend Kelly Grummons.

Sessions four and five include Gardening with Native Plants of the Front Range by CSU Extension Agent Deryn Davidson; Plant

This, Not That: Colorado Native Plant Alternatives to Common Garden Plants by Colorado Native Plant Society’s and CSU instructor Jennifer Bousselot; Ask an Expert: Follow up Questions and Conversation conference partners panel; and Water Conservation and Water Requirements for our Native Plants by Denver Botanic Gardens’ Dan Johnson and Northern Water’s Mary Hattendorf.

There’s even a track for pros, with Landscape Restoration – Native Plants on a Bigger Scale by the Butterfly Pavilion’s Amy Yarger and Jim Tolstrup, Executive Director of the High Plains Environmental Center; Creating Homes for Native Plants by Alison Peck; and Propagation of the Native Plants of the Interior West – Secrets Revealed by Fort Collins Wholesale Nursery’s Scott Skogerboe.

Lunch, drinks and snacks are provided with your registration fee and vendor booths will be open during registration, lunch and breaks.

IF YOU GO...

What: Landscaping with Colorado Native Plants conference, presented by the Butterfly Pavilion, Colorado State University Extension, Colorado Native Plant Master Program, Colorado Native Plant Society, Denver Botanic Gardens, and High Plains Environmental Center.

When: Saturday, Feb. 11 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where: The Ranch Events Center / Larimer County Fairgrounds, Thomas M. McKee 4-H, Youth & Community Building, 5280 Arena Circle, Loveland.

Cost: $90, student cost: $45 with valid student ID; half-day “beginner” registration available for $35.

More information and to register: landscapingwith coloradonativeplants. wordpress.com

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

Offering 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments.

418 Emery St. Longmont • (303) 772-6452

Professional Home Inspections

Stylish New Energy Efficient Homes Starting in the upper $200s Sales Center Open Daily 11:00am to 5:00pm 303.848.4185

For Home Buyers and Sellers

Cauley Kim Sales Manager

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Interfaith Quilters of Longmont to host annual show and sale

By Jackie Lindon Interfaith Quilters of Longmont Interfaith Quilters of Longmont is hosting their 31st Annual Quilt Show and Sale, March 3 to 4 at the First Lutheran Church located at 803 Third Ave. in Longmont.

The proceeds from these hand- and machine-made quilts will benefit the OUR (Outreach United Resource) Center and the

Safe Shelter of the St. Vrain Valley.

This event is traditionally held on the first weekend in March.

The preview will be open Friday, March 3 from 5 to 8 p.m. (no sales). The $5 admission to the preview includes admission to the sale on Saturday, March 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday’s admission, for those who don’t attend Friday’s preview, is $1.

Methods of payment include cash, check and credit card.

The featured quilters this year are many of Interfaith Quilters’ own talented members. The selected members will have a section to display their own creations, and discuss how they are made.

Quilters are artists who use fabric as their paint. They hope to inspire you to try some form of quilting such as paper piecing, machine and hand quilting, art quilts, applique and more. You will certainly be amazed at the variety and quality of these personal collections.

There will be about 600 quilts of various types for sale

on Saturday. The variety is wonderful – see baby crib, lap and bed-sized quilts as well as juvenile styles, wall hangings, table toppers, pillows and placemats of all colors and themes. There is something for everybody.

Everything is reasonably priced and of superb quality. Best of all, the proceeds help OUR Center and Safe Shelter of the St. Vrain Valley.

Come view the quilts on Friday evening and buy the ones that captivate you on Saturday.

You will be helping your local community and yourself at the same time. The customer service volunteers (in blue aprons) will assist you in finding gifts for birthdays, babies, holidays, yourself, etc. and bring them to the check out counter for you.

Quilt appraisal is also offered

by Jeananne Wright.

If you have a quilt that you would like to have appraised at the show, make an appointment with Jeananne – she is very experienced in this process.

Call 303.772.7684 for an

appointment.

Interfaith Quilters serve the community all year long by donating items to OUR Center, Safe Shelter of St. Vrain Valley, Quilts of Valor, Mountain States Childrens Home and meeting other needs that arise in the community during the year.

This active group of quilters is composed of about 150 volunteers with various degrees of experience. It is a great place to learn to quilt or to just get inspiration for that quilt you have been meaning to sew.

They gather most Mondays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the First Lutheran Church on the corner of Third Avenue and Terry Street in Longmont. Bring your own lunch. New members are always welcome.

For more information about Interfaith Quilters of Longmont visit atinterfaithquilters.com or e-mail interfaithquilts@gmail.com.

RENTAL SPOTLIGHT Your Guide to Rental Communities in Boulder, Broomfield, Larimer and Weld Counties

AtHomeColorado.com/Rentals Complex Name

Address

Type

Rent

Bed/Bath

Description

Other Amenities

Information

Hover Manor Senior Apartment Residence

1401 Elmhurst Drive, Longmont

Senior Living

$905/$910 per month

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

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NIWOT | 7221 SPRING CREEK CIRCLE

BOULDER | 745 THOMAS DRIVE #6

BOULDER | 1505 PEARL STREET #111

4 BR * 4 BA * 5012 TSF (807736) * $925,000

2 BR * 1 BA * 1050 TSF (809133) * $300,000

1 BR * 2 BA * 1468 TSF (809151) * $850,000

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BOULDER | 2448 PINE STREET

BOULDER | 1645 7TH STREET

BOULDER | 3275 23RD STREET

2 BR * 2 BA * 1100 TSF (809220) * $749,900

DUPLEX * 2 BR * 2 BA * 1248 TSF (809255) * $769,000

5 BR * 5 BA * 3981 TSF (809323) * $1,280,000

BROOMFIELD | 4725 PASADENA WAY

BOULDER | 1618 SPRUCE STREET

LONGMONT | 2409 TYRRHENIAN DRIVE

3 BR * 3 BA * 2221 TSF (809326) * $387,700

3 BR * 3 BA * 2716 TSF (809344) * $2,299,000

3 BR * 2 BA * 3845 TSF (809386) * $439,900

LOUISVILLE | 217 SPRINGS DRIVE

SUPERIOR | 1504 IVY PLACE

BOULDER | 2954 KALMIA AVENUE #40

4 BR * 3 BA * 2834 TSF (809396) * $599,000

4 BR * 3 BA * 2539 TSF (809397) * $489,900

2 BR * 2 BA * 1648 TSF (809419) * $574,900

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