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Best cities for job seekers in 2017 Denver ranked No. 2 city for job seekers If you’re looking for a new job to top off the New Year, the Denver metro-area is a good place to be. In fact, it is the second best city for job seekers in 2017 TOM compared to KALINSKI the 100 largest RE/MAX of Boulder cities in the U.S., according to analysis of federal data by NerdWallet. Analysts ranked cities based on weighted scoring of best job opportunities and affordability.

Denver earned the No. 2 spot despite the rising cost of housing in the metro-area. NerdWallet counted the cost of housing as 16.7 percent of overall score. The study showed the No. 1 best city for job seekers is Austin, Texas, followed by a top-ten lineup of Denver, Nashville, TN: Seattle, Durham, NC; Atlanta, Minneapolis, Lincoln, NE; Irving TX; and Raleigh, NC. The chart to the right lists the data analyzed for the top ten cities.

Attributes of leading cities for jobs The top ten cities shared key characteristics. All had lots of young working-age people, with nine of the 10 best cities for job seekers having higher than average percentages of 20-somethings, according to 2015 census data.

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Specific industries are more prevalent in the top-rated cities.

The fastest growing job hubs offered plenty of technology industries, such as software publishing, telecommunications and computer manufacturing.

Health care and social assistance sectors are major industries in the high-scoring cities, too.

Denver is noted for its robust aerospace industry, while Austin has thousands of information technology workers employed by Dell, IBM and Apple. Healthcare companies make a strong showing in Nashville – where 250 healthcare companies are headquartered – as well as Atlanta and Durham, NC. And half of the top 10 cities for job seekers are state capitals, boosting the presence of government job

Attic inspections

Attics are not usually foremost on a buyer’s mind in a home inspection but it should not be overlooked.

They can provide clues RICK to serious JACQUEMARD problems that Flatirons Home might not be Inspections disclosed or even known by the seller.

Roof inspections won’t necessarily turn up defects in the structural members inside the attic.

While the roof might appear sound, inside the attic you could find broken trusses or rafters. An attic

inspection would disclose stress cracks that could lead to a loss of integrity and would also give buyers peace of mind that the size of the lumber was up to code.

Attics can be insulated in a number of ways, including blowing in insulation or laying fiberglass batts. Insulation is rated with an R-factor. The higher the R number, typically the higher the insulating factor. Ask your inspector if the batts are facing the right direction.

The backing on the batts should be facing the interior of the home.

Your inspector should also look for water damage. It is much easier to detect roof leaks in the attic than from on the roof. Inspectors will look for staining on sheathing, roof supports or walls.

opportunities.

To rank the cities, NerdWallet analyzed unemployment rate, workforce growth, annual salary and housing cost. Analysts gave the most weight to October 2016 unemployment rates from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the increase in the working-age population from 2010 to 2015 with the U.S. Census Bureau data.

The analysis also includes census data for median earnings and median monthly rent in each city to provide a gauge of cost of living.

For the full story, visit nerdwallet.com/blog/finance/bestcities-job-seekers-2017.

Tom Kalinski is the owner and founder of RE/MAX of Boulder.

To reach Tom call 303.441.5620, e-mail tomkalinski33@gmail.com or visit boulderco.com.

Proper clearance of all vent pipes and chimneys should be noted as well as any evidence of squirrels, raccoons or rodents.

Critters often enter attics through the eaves, soffits or loose boards and can cause considerable damage.

Electrical wiring connections, fixtures and junction boxes should also be checked.

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

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House-rich? 4 reasons downsizing helps you cash in Let’s set the scene: You’ve owned your home for a while now.

With a few extra payments on your principal, you’ve paid your mortgage down into the fivefigure category. (High fives!) In the meantime, real estate prices have risen because demand is high and inventory is low. What’s this mean? Your house is likely worth more than what you bought it for, and you’re sitting pretty on a tuffet of equity. (Yes, I really just said tuffet.)

If you live in Boulder, this is most definitely the case.

According to CoreLogic, the latest read on Boulder shows a thirty-one percent gain in home prices over the past two years – and there are clear signs that these prices are set to rise again.

Here, you find yourself with an intriguing option: downsizing your home to cash in on your truckload of equity. (Tuffet-load?

OK, I’ll stop.)

On a national average, homeowners are twice as houserich as they were five years ago.

This means the amount of equity

homeowners now have – the value possessed outside their mortgage debt – has doubled in the last five years. And with the American SEAN real estate market heating MCILLWAIN up again, the Mod Boulder Real Estate amount of house-richness for many homeowners is set to increase even more.

Monetary boons aside, the physical size of single-family homes has almost tripled since 1950. Coming in at nearly 2,700 square feet, the average newly built single-family home is three times the size of the average home in 1950, which came in at a humble 1,000 square feet.

If you think moving up in life means buying a bigger house, it’s time to rethink your logic.

Moving into a smaller home to cash in on your equity may feel like a step in the wrong direction,

but let’s take a closer look at the upsides.

Attacking your debt If you’re working hard to pay off student loans, a car note or your credit cards, reducing your monthly mortgage and putting that extra cash toward your other financial goals can help cut down your debt – and all that mounting interest – quickly, which could pull you out of the debt rut for good.

Less clutter Ah, yes. The million-dollar question: “But where do I put all my stuff?” And therein lies the point of downsizing. By shrinking your square footage, you become more aware of what you own – ergo, what you can get rid of. Sure, a smaller home means less space, but it also means less stress and less things to dust.

And while altruistic donations are always appreciated, eBay, Craigslist or a yard sale are ways to make a little more cash while you’re at it.

Mortgage, be gone!

The ultimate trade-in: Your mortgage for a paid-off home! If you’re downsizing in a big (and lucrative) way, use the proceeds from selling your current home to pay cash for your new, smaller home. Can’t make that work? Aim for a 15-year fixed rate mortgage and a big down payment up front to cut your new monthly payments even more.

Boost retirement funds There’s no sense in waiting for that nest egg to hatch on its own: give your retirement savings a boost with the proceeds from downsizing (after paying off debts and setting aside an emergency fund, of course). Even with $500, imagine its growth over the next three decades – you could be sitting pretty with over a cool million in the bank come the golden years!

Sean McIllwain is the founding broker at Mod Boulder Real Estate.

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Planned FHA reduced mortgage insurance rate reversed Last week, we mentioned that loan limits increased for FHA mortgages.

In Obama’s final weeks in office, he set into motion a decrease in the SUZANNE FHA monthly PLEWES mortgage RE/MAX Alliance insurance rate, which would have saved buyers money and made home purchasing more affordable. However, the Trump administration quickly cancelled this plan last Friday.

is an amount charged up-front (at closing) and every month for the life of the loan. These funds go into a pool and help insure lenders against losses when a borrower defaults on an FHA loan. When fewer borrowers default on their loans, this leaves more in the pool of funds. FHA may reduce mortgage insurance rates on new loans (both purchase and refinances) as a result, which was the original announcement a few weeks ago. This change was scheduled to go into effect on January 27, 2017, applying to loans disbursed on or after that date.

What is mortgage insurance?

Mortgage insurance is required on all FHA loans with less than a 20% down payment. There

What this would have saved home buyers Monthly mortgage insurance rates would have dropped for all

loan types. 30 year loans up to $636,150 would have dropped by 0.025% (monthly calculation rate). On a $400,000 loan amount, this would have saved – $100 per month. For a $636,150 loan, the savings would have been $159 per month. FHA jumbo loan mortgage insurance rates were also scheduled to change by an even larger 0.045% monthly calculation rate. On a $700,000 loan, that would have saved – $315 per month.

What this means for Colorado home buyers Monthly mortgage payments typically include mortgage interest, principal, taxes, and insurance. A lower mortgage insurance rate would have led to direct savings for home buyers

each and every month. For some buyers, lower MI rates would have allowed them to qualify for a higher priced home. It’s a shame that this rate reduction has now been cancelled.

If you are a home buyer with a pre-approval for an FHA loan, be sure to check with your lender. If your pre-approved purchase price took into account the reduced mortgage insurance rate, then your figures will likely change. It is important to have an up-to-date and accurate pre-approval before moving forward with any offers on a home.

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

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How HUD guidelines impact medical marijuana patients in federally subsidized housing It’s an all-too-common dilemma occurring across the United States: someone receiving federal housing assistance – such as Section 8 – receives a devastating cancer diagnosis. Per their doctor’s recommendation, they begin using medical marijuana to help treat the effects of the illness. After receiving complaints from other tenants who suspect marijuana usage, the landlord gives the tenant notice of eviction for possessing an illegal substance in a federally-subsidized housing unit. While the renter may plead for a second chance or even offer to give up future medical marijuana usage, chances are that the landlord will be unwilling to reconsider the eviction.

The clash between federal and state laws are at the heart of this conundrum. Although medical marijuana is approved in 28 states, it remains illegal under the federal Controlled Substances Act, which is how landlords justify evicting tenants for possessing an illegal substance.

When confronted with a tenant who may be using medical marijuana, landlords generally feel like their hands are tied. They don’t want to risk breaking federal law or lose their federal funding, after all. But there are some misconceptions at play here, which JANUARY 27-28, 2017

we break down below.

First of all, in order for landlords to rent to low-income households receiving Section 8 funding, they are contractually MICHAELA bound by PHILLIPS the Housing Guaranteed Rate, Inc. Authority Payment (HAP), and must follow federal Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations.

One such regulation is the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998 (QHWRA), which states that the landlord must “establish lease provisions for continued assistance in federally assisted housing that allow the owner to terminate the tenancy or assistance,” should the landlord discover that a tenant is in possession of an illegal substance. What this means is that, under QHWRA guidelines, landlords retain the right to evict or terminate assistance at all times. To simplify, the regulation does not state that landlords are required to evict or terminate assistance – they are required to preserve their discretion when such situations arise. This could mean choosing to evict – or not

In order for landlords to rent to low-income households receiving Section 8 funding, they are contractually bound by the Housing Authority Payment (HAP), and must follow federal Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations. (Image:Unsplash)

evict – a tenant.

Even with this discretion offered by the statute, many landlords continue to believe that eviction is the only solution when confronted with medical marijuana in properties.

In response to the confusion, HUD released an official statement in 2011 that explicitly confirms that landlords are NOT required to evict tenants found in possession of marijuana in states that have legalized it for either medical or recreational purposes.

In keeping with federal law, the statement specifically prohibits landlords from affirmatively permitting possession and use of marijuana, but instructs landlords to “establish policies which allow the termination of

tenancy of any household with a member who is illegally using marijuana medical marijuana in federally-subsidized housing.” The statement goes on to give landlords and PHAs “discretion to determine, on a case-by-case basis, the appropriateness of program termination of existing residents for the use of medical marijuana.”

Navigating the myriad federal and state regulations pertaining to medical and recreational marijuana can be daunting and difficult.

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How much does it cost to sell a house?

By Bridget Sielicki Bankrate.com (TNS) While many people save for and anticipate the costs associated with buying a home, not everyone realizes that selling a house also comes with its share of fees.

In some cases, these fees can equal 10 percent of the home’s sale price. While many of these charges are negotiable and can fluctuate depending on the state of the real estate market, sellers should plan on paying at least some of these expenses.

Understanding the costs involved in selling a house can help prevent sticker shock when it comes time to close the sale.

Realtor’s commission The real estate commission is often the largest fee that a seller has to pay. In many cases, these commissions can total five to six percent of the sale cost. For a $250,000 house, that would be about $15,000.

The commission fee is split between the seller’s agent and the buyer’s agent. Many homeowners are attempting to skip these high fees altogether by going the sell-it-yourself route. If you take this approach, though, be prepared to assume the Realtor’s responsibilities.

These can include negotiations, hiring a contract lawyer and taking care of the transfer of title.

Home repairs If you’re thinking about selling your home, chances are there are a few repairs that could be made to boost the appeal of your

home and even raise its value. If you’ve been putting off painting a bedroom, repairing a staircase or fixing a leaky faucet, now’s the time to make those changes.

Inspection repairs You may spend several hundred dollars on cosmetic fixes on your home, but if the buyer’s home inspection reveals any major problems, you might be responsible for paying to fix them as well.

Major repairs could be a financial setback, so it’s important to be prepared for them before you choose to sell, especially if you anticipate a problem with your home passing inspection.

Staging Buyers like to have a clear picture of what the home will look like with their items in it. If your home is currently vacant or your possessions are outdated, you may want to hire a professional stager who can arrange furniture and accessories.

A 2015 National Association of Realtors study revealed that the median cost for staging was $675.

Utilities If you plan to move out before you sell your home, you’ll want to continue to pay for your heat and electricity. A home without heat and lighting can be very difficult to show to buyers. Your current utility bills can give you an idea how much this will cost.

While many people save for and anticipate the costs associated with buying a home, not everyone realizes that selling a house also comes with its share of fees. (Photo: Shutterstock)

but it is likely that the number on your mortgage statement might be a little less than what you owe.

You’ll likely have to add prorated interest you’ve accrued to the total balance. Additionally, your lender may penalize you for paying early if you have a prepayment penalty associated with your mortgage.

Closing costs and additional fees While the closing cost to sell a house is typically the responsibility of the buyer, don’t be surprised if you are asked to foot the bill, especially if you are trying to sell your home in a buyer’s market (one which has an influx of homes

for sale).

Some of these costs may include HOA (or homeowners association) fees, property taxes, attorney fees, transfer taxes and title insurance.

You also may be asked to pay an escrow fee, a brokerage fee and a courier fee. Altogether, closing costs can range from two to four percent of the selling price.

Many of the above fees are negotiable, and it is unlikely that a seller will be responsible for all of these. Still, it helps to be prepared.

Knowing how much it will cost to sell a house can help you avoid disappointment when the time comes to put it on the market.

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10 home decor trends to try in 2017

By Gabrielle Savoie Domaine (TNS) While some interior designers like Nate Berkus famously steer clear of trends when decorating, we still love to report on trends like we would baseball scores – much to the fascination of industry insiders and homeowners alike.

But why are trends so fascinating to us? Perhaps it’s caused by a fear of getting left behind by choosing a dark glossy floor for our next renovations when the trends are actually shifting toward light colors and matte shades.

Or maybe it’s because everything that’s once new ends up feeling old – and conversely, everything that’s old feels new again. So we turn to the designers and makers at the cutting edge of innovation to inspire us and make our tired decor choices feel new again.

In fact, decorating with trends most often doesn’t involve a fullblown makeover, but more likely just a few small changes that will refresh our space. To get a full picture of which trends are on their way out for 2017, and which ones are about to blow up, we tapped industry insiders – interior designers, creative directors, founders and style directors – to tell us what they see in their decor crystal ball for 2017. Refresh your space with these hot new trends this year – no major redecorating required.

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New modernism The term “modern” is most often used in reference to mid-century designs or stark contemporary decor, but a few designers are predicting a new wave of modern designs – one that is a little warmer and more organic. “We are entering a new era in design,” says West Elm’s creative director Johanna Uurasjarvi. “There is an exciting movement toward new, original forms, architectural and clean shapes with refined and thoughtful details.”

Interior designer Mara Silber agrees: “I am always a fan of using modern pieces, and it’s because, contrary to popular belief, modern doesn’t have to be cold and stark with harsh edges. One trend that I see on the rise is modern furniture with rounded edges and curves.”

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Bring on the green plants. Green plants give a room a major boost, and they do not require a lot of attention. (Photo: Shutterstock)

According to Orlando Soria, Homepolish’s West Coast creative director, curvy shapes don’t stop at furniture: “A few years ago, it was impossible to find a round mirror at a decent price. Now they’re everywhere, from big box stores to high-end vendors.”

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Greenery After Pantone announced its color of the year, it was no surprise that the natureinspired tone started popping up everywhere. “Green is the official color of 2017,” says Maria Raco, founder of NewWall. “It ties with the modern philosophy of minimalism and sustainability of the natural environment.”

For interior designer Annsley McAleer, this translates not into the color green, but also in incorporating more greenery at home: “Bring on the green plants,” she says. “Everybody loves beautiful flowers but they do not last as long as the friendly fern.

Green plants give a room a major boost, and they do not require a lot of attention.”

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Beautiful function “As people move back to urban environments, smaller-scale living in style will inspire us to focus on furnishings that look amazing and offer great multifunction,” Uurasjarvi says. “People are seeking creative options for storage and multipurpose tables that double as dining or a work surface.”

For Eddie Ross, the style director at ATGStores, home organization will take a more lived-in form in 2017 – no need to throw everything out a la Marie Kondo: “This year we’re all going to get a little less OCD at home with spaces that are organized but not sterile. It’s high time for us to create rooms that feel lived-in and authentic.”

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Attention to art Art is taking center stage at home this year – a trend possibly influenced by the democratization of buying art online. “Art collecting is continuously on the rise, but I’m finding that clients are now basing entire rooms around their collections,” Silber says. “With so many brands focusing on high-quality, affordable art, it’s no longer an afterthought to the design process.”

Uurasjarvi believes that this movement also exists beyond traditional art: “I’m seeing more inspiring interiors that are anchored not only by art but artful design pieces. For instance, lighting that doubles as wall art or a boldly colored sculptural chair in an otherwise neutral space.”

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Mixed media Expect to see materials beyond the popular brass and marble this year, as innovative and mixed media are on the forefront. “New, innovative materials and material mixes

will bring texture and interest to design,” Uurasjarvi says. “For example, mixing marble, brass and wood in one design or combining organic lava rock with modern resin.”

Silber is turning to new materials in her designs this year: “Metal accents will never go out of style for me, but I do think details in less expected materials will be more prominent this year,” she says. “I love a cork table or an upholstered chair with natural iron legs, instead of plated metal.”

On the product side, Tariq Dixon, co-founder of TRNK is seeing a similar shift: “We’ve noticed a lot of furniture recently made from rail-thin, black steel.

The effect is really interesting because it’s bold and supergraphic, but it still has a delicate quality.”

Another material at the forefront this year is rattan: “It’s an eternal favorite for designers,” Soria says, “but this year, a lot of mainstream retailers are finally getting on board. The quirk and warmth of rattan can be difficult to work into a design plan, but when done well, it adds unexpected sophistication to a home.”

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Sunset tones “Maybe I’m just an optimist, but I think 2017 will be the year of love when it comes to design,” Silber says. “I’m predicting romantic blushes and sophisticated jewel tones will be popular this year.”

For McAleer, yellow is the color that has caught her eye this year: “Ochre yellow is going to be big this year. Beloved fabric lines, like Christopher Farr Cloth, have several patterns that incorporate this lesser-known color with great skill.”

The two designers are not the only ones predicting romantic pastel tones for 2017: “Given our very masculine-leaning aesthetic, I never thought that we could take such a liking to pastels,” Dixon says. “But designers and artists have started interpreting them in really interesting, unexpected ways. One of our favorite examples are the artworks by

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COVERPROFILE

The Forreider’s home is spacious and welcoming, with lots of windows allowing for plenty of natural light.

The kitchen flows right into the living room, making it a wonderful place for family gatherings and parties.

Buyers finding value in the final homes at Calmante Low maintenance living in Boulder County.

By A Martin, At Home. Photography by Timothy Seibert

M

ark and Judy Forreider are hardly alone. Like a lot of other folks, they’ve come to realize that life on the Front Range of Colorado is a pretty special thing.

“We are originally from Michigan,” Judy said. “Our boys are both in college.”

Just as the kids cleared out, Mark got a job offer in Broomfield.

Ready for a change of pace, they decided to relocate. Of course, that meant finding a new home. They went right to work.

“I came out in December [of 2015],” Judy said. She cast her net wide, looking at both older

homes and new construction. Like any other savvy home buyers, she and Mark wanted a good value.

They wanted a home that fit their lifestyle – one that wouldn’t require an overwhelming amount of maintenance.

“I was just driving around and I saw it,” Mark said of Calmante, a Superior community built by local home builder Boulder Creek Neighborhoods. The couple was already considering a move to a townhome for purely pragmatic reasons. There’s typically less maintenance. He liked what he saw of the community, and his Realtor spoke highly of Boulder

Creek Neighborhoods, so they gave it a closer look.

And that was all it took. “As soon as I walked into these models, that was it,” Judy said. She was immediately impressed by the size and layout of the homes.

“It doesn’t feel like a typical townhome might feel,” she added.

There’s good reason for that.

Boulder Creek’s approach to designing homes falls in line with their overall philosophy.

Your home is a very real extension of you. Not only is the space personal, but it also has tremendous impact on your life – how you spend your free

time, what your day-to-day routine entails, and even how you socialize. Your house is practically a part of your family, so Boulder Creek strives to design homes that enhance the entire living experience of the residents.

The low-maintenance homes at Calmante are no exception. With three floorplan designs that feature both ranch-style and two-story layouts, the Calmante homes make a statement. Featuring rustic, Tuscan-style architectural details, and offering finished lower levels and outdoor living areas, Boulder Creek’s thoughtful approach stands out.

The Forreider’s home is spacious and welcoming, with lots of windows allowing for plenty of natural light. “The model we are in is such an open plan,” Judy said.

Indeed, the main floor has been laid out to create a nice, big feel.

The kitchen flows right into the living room, making it a wonderful place for family gatherings and parties.

Judy is particularly excited about the kitchen. “I love to bake,” she said, “and there’s so much space in here to bake.” She was delighted to find ample storage, as well as countertop space. Both of those are essential if you like to cook. Plus, there’s more than enough room to move around, which is handy as most gettogethers migrate to the kitchen at some point.

“The kitchen,” she said in summary, “It is amazing.”

As for Mark, he’s fond of the fully finished lower level, which he describes as “a giant man cave.”

Mark has big plans for the space.

He’s thinking of investing in a pinball machine, or a pool table, or a wall bar. Or possibly all three.

He says there’s plenty of room.

The home also includes three bedrooms, which is perfect for the Forreiders. Their kids may be grown up, but they certainly plan to visit. As Judy put it, “The boys had to feel like they could still

Calmante in Superior has proven to be a fantastic location. The Forreiders enjoy frequent walks, so they’re a big fan of the paths throughout the neighborhood.

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come home when they want to.”

And the boys won’t be the only ones visiting. Friends from their former hometown are already lining up to spend a few days on the Front Range. “We’ve had lots of company from Michigan,” Judy said. Mark picked up, finishing the sentence for her: “And their jaws drop.”

Aside from the floorplan, which immediately won the Forreiders over, there’s another Boulder Creek amenity that fit their lifestyle perfectly: low maintenance living.

No one enjoys home maintenance. It can be timeconsuming and never-ending.

Boulder Creek’s homes benefit from a low maintenance lifestyle that covers the many outdoor chores, including lawn care and snow removal. The convenience alone is enough to entice many home buyers, but the Forreiders saw it as essential.

“Sometimes the travel schedule can get pretty hectic for me,” Mark said of his job. When he’s on the road, it’s simply not possible to shovel the driveway. Without their low maintenance home, they’d be forced to shell out big bucks to have someone else do it, or it would fall on Judy.

But they bought from Boulder Creek Neighborhoods. Problem

solved.

In addition to traveling for work, the Forreiders also like to head out of town for leisure.

Planning a vacation is infinitely easier when you don’t have to mess with tending to the house. “We just got back from Europe,” Mark said. “The sidewalk was shoveled.

The driveway was shoveled.” Talk about convenient.

Along the same lines, Calmante has proven to be a fantastic Boulder County location. Judy enjoys frequent walks, so she’s a big fan of the paths throughout the neighborhood. There’s shopping, restaurants and grocery stores nearby, and the community itself is beautiful. What’s more, the Forreiders have found their new neighbors to be very friendly.

Mark and Judy also report that working with Boulder Creek staff could not have been easier. They found the folks at Boulder Creek to be friendly and accommodating, always ready to answer questions and even going out of their way to be helpful.

That’s strong praise for any home builder, and certainly something buyers look for. Even more when you’re moving from out-of-state. Considering the sheer magnitude of a home purchase, it’s difficult to overstate the value

of the kind of customer service Boulder Creek provides.

Judy summed it up by simply saying, “We really can’t complain about anything.”

Most folks are all too familiar with the stress of house hunting and moving. It’s an arduous, expensive task, but it doesn’t have to be. Boulder Creek’s homes at Calmante are a perfect blend of stylish design and outstanding value. You’d be hard pressed to find a better option in Colorado’s extremely competitive home market.

The Forreiders are certainly happy with their choice. “As soon as we moved in here, it felt like home,” Judy said.

The homes at Calmante have proven to be a top seller in Boulder County. In fact, as you can see, the townhomes at Calmante are getting rave reviews. They are so popular that only six homes remain in the entire community.

They range in size from 3000 sq. ft. to over 3700 sq. ft., with prices starting in the $800s. Both twostory and ranch-style floorplans are available, so act quickly if you’re in the market for a new way of living. Calmante has two model homes (open daily), and Boulder Creek has a dedicated online sales concierge ready to answer your questions 7 days a week at 720.459.6262. Visit LiveCalmante.com to learn more.

The Forreiders are certainly happy with their choice.

“As soon as we moved in here, it felt like home,” Judy said.

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Home decor trends (continued) Vanessa Woods, who often pairs muted, pastel shades with solid black or warm grays.”

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Light, airy spaces “In 2017 I think we will be drawn to interiors that are inspiring and uplifting,” Uurasjarvi says. “Open and airy rooms with lighter color palettes, well-edited furnishings, and spaces where modern design meets one’s personality, interiors that are easy, friendly, and inviting.”

It seems this trend lends itself particularly well to floors, which are seeing a white-out treatment this year: “For years, the predominate type of flooring people have been putting in their homes has been dark and shiny,” Soria says. “Finally, it’s starting to trend back toward lighter hues in matte finishes.” Dixon agrees: “We love that people are becoming less fearful of white floors. A stark white floor can do so much to brighten up a space and offer a truly blank canvas to work with.”

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Edited maximalism While minimalism is at the forefront of trends everywhere, a counter movement is also taking shape: “We’ve started to see a renewed appreciation for maximalist elements _ like jewel tones, clashing patterns, classical art,” Dixon says. “But in 2017, expect to see these concepts applied with restraint: the same rich colors and textures, but far fewer items in a space.”

This applies not only to furnishings, but it applies to surfaces as well: “Subway tile has been predominant for ages,” Soria says, “but many people

A stark white floor can do so much to brighten up a space and offer a truly blank canvas to work with. (Photo: Shutterstock)

seeking a more distinct pattern for their tile are opting for a parquet pattern, which is also popping up in textiles.” Ross agrees: “Bring on the pattern! This year we’re all going to get even more adventurous by mixing and layering patterns in lampshades, rugs, and pillows.”

He’s not the only one seeing a shift in lampshade trends: “The plain white lampshade is becoming a thing of the past,” McAleer says. “Lampshades have so many possibilities. They can be dressed up with trim, fabric, pleated or even high-lacquer paint.”

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Monochrome layering On the other side of the spectrum, minimalism is still going strong: “I think we’ve seen enough of the boho layered prints,” Silber says. “The

trends for 2017 involve more monochromatic layering _ or tastefully layering all different types of textures in a similar color scheme. Think pleating and draping with large-scale wovens textiles and plush mohairs _ not to mention classical, elegant boucles and tweeds, which are making a big comeback! There is no shortage of ways to layer, as long as it feels natural and easy.” Raco agrees: “Natural textures give depth to any aesthetic.” So retire your brights, and try layering neutrals instead.

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Jewel tones No everyone believes that brights tones are a thing of the past. “Bright colors and bold patterns will come together to create layered spaces with a worldly, well-traveled feel,”

Ross says.

Soria agrees: “The blown-out eclectic room with white walls is classic and has been all the rage for the past 10 years,” he explains.

However, a return to bold wall colors and graphic statement art will make a comeback this year.

People are ready for some drama and saturated color.”

His color prediction for 2017: Navy. “For whatever reason, navy has never been a popular choice of color for furniture, but we expect that to change in 2017,” he says.

“There’s a definite timelessness and elegance to navy, and we’re happy to see that finally being applied to furniture.”

Get the latest on home decor trends, design ideas, shopping guides and food news, and take a look inside your favorite celebrity homes on DomaineHome.com.

DIY

Dyed dog leash makes walks more fun

By Amanda Kingloff, FamilyFun magazine (TNS) Spray bright fabric paint onto a thick cotton rope for this modern dog leash.

1. In a well-ventilated space or outside, cover the workspace with plastic or newspaper. Clamp one end of a 7-foot piece of 1/2-inch cotton rope with a binder clip, and string it up to a tree branch or dowel, so your child can paint all around it.

2. Let your child spray the rope with nonaerosol fabric spray paint in his/her favorite colors. Make sure he or she wears gloves and 12

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old clothes – this paint won’t come out! Let dry completely (at least three hours).

3. To create the handle: Bend one end of the rope into a 6-inch-long loop. Use hot glue to attach the end to the body of the rope (an adult’s job), then wrap the overlap with leather lace cording; knot to secure.

4 .To create the clasp: Thread the end of the rope through a rotatable swivel lobster-clasp clip, and bend back to make a 2-inch loop. Hot-glue the end down (an adult’s job), then wrap the overlap completely with leather lace cording; knot to secure.

This mod dog leash is easy to make.

(Photo: Alexandra Grablewski/FamilyFun Magazine/TNS)

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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

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$313,510 4 bedroom 2 story on a South facing lot backing to golf course. Front yard landscaping included; window coverings; 3 car garage; mountain views. located on Coyote Creek Golf Course! Easy access to Hwy 85, I-76, DIA, Denver and Northern Front Range.

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MLS#809777 Brandi Garifi 720-291-0899

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Beautiful walk out basement! Gourmet kitchen w/stainless appliances, granite & hardwoods. Main floor bdrm & bath, formal living room and dining room, great room, & mud room! Plenty of room upstairs w/4 bdrms plus a loft! Jack-n-jill bath joins 2 bdrms!

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2813 Saratoga Trl - Frederick - MLS #809575 Sellers LOVED this home & want you to enjoy it too! Beautiful Easy Living ranch boasts 3,552 finished Sq. Ft with open floor plan 5 bedrooms & 3 baths total. Real hardwood floors, large kitchen area opens to great room & dining room. Main level laundry & oversized garage. BONUS...basement finish in 2016 w/2 more bedrooms, large family room & super 3/4 bath.

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4 level w/over 2400 sq. ft. 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.

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OpenHomes Quick Guide

City

Open Open House House Street Date Time

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

Price Agent

Company

Phone

Boulder

Sunday

1pm-3pm

665 Manhattan Drive #203

$328,000

Jill Muller

WK Real Estate

303-941-6927

Boulder

Saturday

10am-12pm

2800 Kalmia #A317

$345,000

Ashley Kipfer

WK Real Estate

303-725-0216

Boulder

Sunday

1pm-3pm

3850 Paseo del Prado #12

$389,000

Marcia Cotlar

8z Real Estate

720-352-9755

Boulder

Sunday

12pm-2pm

4603 Sunnyside Place

$988,000

Janet Raymer

WK Real Estate

303-523-9859

Boulder

Saturday

1pm-3pm

4603 Sunnyside Place

$988,000

Dennis & Jann Culver

WK Real Estate

303-618-3366

Boulder

Sunday

11am-1pm

2245 Grape Avenue

$999,000

Lynn Ryan/Brian Neeper

RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.

303-489-0309

Boulder

Sunday

1pm-3pm

1111 Utica Circle

$1,190,000

Dale Pearson

RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.

303-818-5640

Boulder

Saturday

10am-12pm

780 16th St

$1,195,000

Zach Zeldner

RE/MAX Alliance on Walnut

720-480-7650

Boulder

Sunday

2pm-4pm

4323 Apple Way

$1,295,000

Lynn Ryan/Brian Neeper

RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.

303-489-0309

Boulder

Saturday

11am-1pm

429 Concord Avenue

$1,299,900

Rich Gribbon

RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.

303-931-6979

Boulder

Saturday

12pm-2pm

635 Paragon Drive

$1,399,000

Mike Moger

WK Real Estate

303-859-4467

Boulder

Sunday

2pm-4pm

1544 North St

$1,550,000

Kayla Garthwaite

Goodacre & Company

720-352-8844

Boulder

Sunday

12m-3pm

3030 Galena Way

$1,675,000

Julia Cantarovici

8z Real Estate

720-203-7789

Boulder

Sunday

12pm-2pm

3135 4th St

$1,735,000

Amanda Salzman & Leyla Steele

RE/MAX Alliance on Walnut

303-859-3110

Boulder

Sunday

1pm-3pm

5229 & 5239 Pierre St

$1,775,000

Kim Payes

RE/MAX Alliance

720-839-1038

Boulder

Sunday

1pm-3pm

343 Dakota Blvd.

$1,900,000

Clove Berger

RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.

303-748-3381

Boulder

Daily

11am-5pm

3092 Big Horn St

$1M +

Roz Giannasi Pinon

Markel Homes: Kalmia38, Northfield Village & Northfield Commons

303-442-0309

Boulder

Sunday

1pm-4pm

4849 Silver Sage Court

$749,900

Patrick Dolan

RE/MAX of Boulder

303-441-5642

Boulder

Sunday

1pm-4pm

4385 S. Meadow Drive

$824,700

Danny Garbe

RE/MAX of Boulder

303-601-7325

Boulder

Sunday

1pm-4pm

953 11th Street

$1,435,000

Kelly Atteridg

RE/MAX of Boulder

303-817-0138

Broomfield

Sunday

12pm-2pm

14169 Whitney Cir

$799,000

Ashley Newell

RE/MAX Alliance on Walnut

303-518-0691

Frederick

Saturday

11am-1pm

205 Linden Street

$292,000

Debbie Haubert

WK Real Estate

303-588-2128

Frederick

Saturday & Sunday

11am-1pm

2813 Saratoga Trl

$439,900

Jen Kearns/Jody Whitmore

ERA Tradewind Real Estate

720-526-5434/ 720-530-4142

Lafayette

Sunday

1pm-4pm

329 Bobcat Point

$556,000

Carlos Martinez

For Sale by Owner

970-412-9889

Longmont

Saturday

11am-2pm

10445 Lower Ridge Road

$279,000

Abby Renner

RE/MAX Nexus

970-556-0635

Longmont

Sunday

1pm-3pm

10445 Lower Ridge Road

$279,000

Abby Renner

RE/MAX Nexus

970-556-0635

Longmont

Saturday

2pm-4pm

7931 Spinnaker Way

$549,900

Ellie Davies

Davies Real Estate

303-588-4246

Longmont

Saturday

11am-1pm

1546 Stardance Circle

$888,000

Christine Cavalier

The Group Inc. Real Estate

303-827-9170

Longmont

Daily

11am-5pm

918 Half Measures Dr.

$600k+

Marlita Lazo

Markel Homes: Prospect NewTown

303-522-7928

Chris Sweeney/Stan Meade

Pedal To Properties

720-480-6106/ 303-817-7777

Longmont

Thursday - Sunday

12pm-4pm

1437 Moonlight Drive

Starting in the high-$300,000's.

Louisville

Saturday

11am-1pm

684 W Aspen Way

$530,000

Tonya Deiter

RE/MAX Alliance

303-588-6905

Louisville

Saturday

12pm-2pm

1167 Summit View Drive

$679,500

Judy Pitt

WK Real Estate

303-541-1937

Louisville

Wednesday-Monday 11am-5pm

1805 Blue Star Lane Model Home

$600k'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

Westminster

Sunday

11am-3pm

11457 Harlan Street

$425,000

Madison Cervo

The Bernardi Group

303-402-6000

Westminster

Saturday & Sunday

1pm-3pm

3072 W. 107th Pl, #F

$175,000

Jan Kirk

WK Real Estate

303-888-2430

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LAWN AND GARDEN

For lawn recovery, wait for spring Over the inauguration weekend, many people took time to get out and enjoy the nice weather, strolling around and greeting each other like long lost friends.

Small groups and larger crowds gathered together in the sunshine.

And as they milled about in their enthusiasm, very few stopped to consider the ground upon which they stood.

Any time you get massive crowds walking on turf the grass suffers. When that happens in winter, damage can be compounded by slow recovery of the lawn in dormancy. You won’t see the harm until spring warms the soil, so the pros know how to plan for keeping the grass green.

The National Mall in Washington, D.C. saw its share of feet, but the newly renovated turf was protected by specialized panels laid down by the National Park Service. No strangers to massive crowds, the NPS brought in 50,000 of the translucent, 16-square foot panels to interlock over the grass and cushion it from the grinding of feet.

“They covered the entire lawn (at the National Mall) with these

flooring systems; it was 10 stadiums’ worth of flooring,” said Dr. Tony Koski, Extension Turf Specialist with Colorado State University Extension.

CAROL In the newly O’MEARA renovated Mall, Colorado State “the flooring is University Extension to protect the Boulder County soil, not just the turf. They essentially have a giant, sand-based golf green out there. It’s a manufactured rooting zone along the same lines as Coors Field or other sports venues. They don’t want the sand divoting under all those feet so they had to cover it.”

Civic Center Park in downtown Denver had no protection and the frozen ground underwent the trampling of more than 100,000 people on January 21. This surprised both the organizers and the turfgrass. But the pros of the Denver Parks Department aren’t worried; they’ve seen their share of big events before.

“This time of year the frozen ground provides a lot of protection. We worry more about rutting and compaction when there are rain events,” says Michael Miccown, Parks Field Superintendent with Denver Parks.

“We’ll do something when spring comes, like a deep tine aeration of the lawn and deep rototilling of the garden beds.”

The bluegrass/perennial rye mix is given light, consistent fertilization and seeding throughout the growing season, he said, something that’s a bit different than what homeowners should do. Civic Center Park hosts major events two to three times per week, and because of that, the lawn is treated more like sports turf than a home lawn.

Though the numbers were higher than anticipated, Miccown says they’re used to huge numbers, especially Broncos rallies. It’s one reason why perennial rye is used in the turf mix; it’s a forgiving grass, coming back from use like this quickly.

In your own yard, if you have lots of foot or paw traffic over the yard in winter, don’t worry. “With

turf you’ve got to get it growing and then it’ll recover,” says Koski.

“What it really comes down to is the condition of the turf going into the winter and as soon as you can in spring, core cultivate and fertilize it.” The fertilizer will give the grass the boost it needs to repair and extend its roots system as well as top growth.

In the meantime, winter water the lawn should it have any dry spots and we aren’t getting snow.

This keeps roots healthy and hydrated. Try to avoid driving across the lawn when it’s frozen, or even walking across it, since this can rupture frozen cells and damage the lawn.

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, e-mail comeara@bouldercounty.org or visit ext.colostate.edu/boulder.

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Hygge, the art of living well

By Mary Carol Garrity Tribune News Service (TNS) My sister, Judy and I were in our PJs, snuggled under Pendleton blankets, savoring steaming cups of coffee. It was a rare moment of post-holidays quiet, and we were thoroughly enjoying doing nothing but catching up on each other’s lives.

She said, “We’re hygge-ing!”

“We’re what?” I asked her.

“Oh my gosh, Mary Carol, this is going to be one of the biggest things in the new year,” she said as she whipped out her laptop and did a quick Google search of one of today’s hottest trend: hygge.

If you’re like me, and you have never heard of hygge (pronounced “hoo-guh”), here’s a quick fill-in: This Danish word doesn’t have a direct translation into English, but “cozy” seems to come the closest. One of Oxford Dictionary’s finalists for 2016’s word of the year, hygge is how the Danes make their long winters bright and land themselves at the top of the list of the world’s happiest people. Hygge is enjoying moments of comfort and relaxation, contentment and wellbeing, savoring life’s indulgences, having a heart of gratitude.

Like all big sisters, Judy seems to always know what’s up. She has been teaching me what is “cool” since we were kids. Her internet search that morning showed me how hygge is taking the world by storm. It makes sense to me, because right now, our world is stormy. Each of us needs a soul-filling sanctuary, a time and place to restore and revive. So, when we are filled up, we can get back out there and make a positive difference.

In my home, living a hygge life means adding beauty everywhere I can. (Photo: TNS) JANUARY 27-28, 2017

Hygge is enjoying moments of comfort and relaxation, contentment and well-being, savoring life’s indulgences, having a heart of gratitude. (Photo: TNS)

That’s exactly what Judy and I were doing on that lazy winter morning. And, I imagine, you have been doing your share of hyggeing, too. Hygge may not have an English equivalent, but those of us who love our homes totally get it, don’t we? Many of us have been cultivating this practice in our lives for years as we feather our nests, making our spaces warm and welcoming.

Hygge is expressed differently by each of us. For me, it’s surrounding my dining table with good friends and good food. It’s quiet moments with Dan, curled up in front of the fireplace, reading a good book, Lyric at our feet. It’s relishing all my relationships, from my family to those I meet every day. It’s celebrating the big and the little moments. It’s choosing joy.

In my home, living a hygge life means adding beauty everywhere I can. A delightfully set table, even when it’s just an everyday meal. A luxurious bed covered in pillows and blankets that welcome me as I dive in each night. Sink-into chairs that look out over the lake.

Warm lamp light. Walls covered with artwork that makes me smile. Shelves and tables dotted with treasures I’ve collected along my journey.

This year, I wish for you a life of hygge. Of togetherness with those you love. Comfort food. Clothes that make you feel sensational. Experiences that help you grow. A sanctuary of a home that wraps its arms around you.

What more could we ask for out of life?

This column was adapted from Mary Carol Garrity’s blog at nellhills.com. She can be reached at marycarol@nellhills.com.

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