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Moving? High Cost Loan Limits Have Increased Again

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

Anyone looking for a home knows one thing, they’re expensive. While some are able to purchase in cash, the vast majority of us must rely on loans, often high balance ones.

Minimalism remains a strong design trend and preferred choice of many homeowners and apartment dwellers.

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Condo/townhome sales tick upward BOULDER – Boulder area home sales improved in February 2017, as condo and townhome sales jumped substantially, single-family TOM home inventory KALINSKI rose and prices RE/MAX of Boulder moderated slightly. But inventory continues to be far lower than a healthy market requires.

“It’s the same old song, inventory – or the lack of it – is driving a lot of the numbers,” says Ken Hotard, senior vice president of public affairs for the Boulder Area Realtor® Association.

Hotard is hopeful that homeowners considering selling will decide to move as the spring real estate season approaches. He says, “we’re seeing the beginning edge of that as some of the inventory numbers have gone up.”

In condominiums and townhomes, Boulder-area sales grew 36.8 percent monthover-month – 78 units vs. 57 in February 2017 compared to January 2017. Sales declined 5.4 percent year-to-date with 174 units sold through February 2017 compared to 184 the prior year.

Month-over-month sales of single-family homes in the Boulder area dropped 13.8 percent from January to February 2017 – 188 units vs. 218. Year-to-date sales fell 8.1 percent with 410 singlefamily homes sold through February 2017 compared to 446 the previous year.

Inventory for single-family homes improved 13.9 percent compared to the previous month – 581 units vs. 510 – while attached dwelling inventory was near unchanged, dropping .18 percent – 112 vs. 114 units.

In other statistical news, the upward price march moderated slightly with Boulder’s average sales price dropping below $1 million – a figure it has maintained for the last several months.

“It’s a bifurcated market. If you are below $1 million and you’ve got a decent property there is quite a bit of buying competition and there are multiple offers.

That’s where inventory is tightest.

Once you get over $1 million you’ve got substantially more inventory, so the dynamics in that market is a bit different, but still strong,” Hotard says.

And the way to relieve the supply-demand imbalance is to increase the housing supply for new and re-sale homes.

“On the resale side, we’ll continue to be challenged until people have a place to go – a place to move to in an appropriate price range when they sell their home – which is in short supply today,” he says.

The construction defects law has long been cited as an impediment to construction of forsale attached dwellings, directly impacting home buyers that are currently under-served in today’s Boulder-area markets. These attached dwellings often meet the market demand for first-time homebuyers at the early end of the buying spectrum and downsizers in the later stages of home ownership.

“The answer is more supply in appropriate price ranges. We’re still working on construction defects this year in the legislature.

A bill did get out of the state senate and is going to the house, which is where the real battle is.”

Hotard says the other hope on the inventory horizon for the City of Boulder are various creative solutions that are percolating focused on development of middle-income/workforce housing.

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

Call 303.441.5620 or e-mail tomkalinski33@gmail.com.

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Louisville Realtor Danna Hinz supports Vested Interest in K9s organization LOUISVILLE – Real Estate Specialist Danna Hinz, of The Hinz Group at RE/MAX Alliance - Louisville, has chosen Vested Interest in K9s as the charity to support in 2017. “As a prior Sheriff’s Deputy, these K9 units are very close to my heart,” said Hinz. “Many agencies don’t have the funding to provide life-saving vests for their animals.

I love being able to help in such a vital way, both for them and their handlers.”

Vested Interest in K9s is a non-profit with a special mission

Danna Hinz – The Hinz Group RE/MAX Alliance, Louisville

to provide state-ofthe-art bullet and stab protective vests to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the country.

Each vest provides the ultimate protection for K9s and is made in the

United States. Vested Interest in K9s has an exclusive rate for these vests, making it possible to provide a vest to one K9 in the United States for a donation in the amount of $1,050.

Ordinarily, these vests are valued between $1,795-$2,234.

“We hope to donate 5 to 10 vests this year,” added Hinz. “As a former deputy with the Boulder County Sheriff’s Department, I am excited to learn that the Boulder County Sheriff’s Department was a recent recipient of one of these protective

K9 vests.”

Those who become a sponsor of Vested Interest in K9s have the option of having their vest embroidered at no extra cost. Each vest has a five-year warranty.

Help protect K9 officers across the country and become a sponsor today by visiting vik9s.org/ become-a-sponsor.

Danna Hinz is a Realtor at The Hinz Group at RE/MAX Alliance in Louisvlle.

For more information, call 303.901.3860 or visit thehinzgroup.com.

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Moving? High balance loan limits have increased again Anyone looking for a new home knows one thing: they’re expensive. And that leaves prospective homeowners wondering whether they can afford to buy. While some people are able to purchase in cash, the vast majority of us must rely on loans, often high balance ones.

MICHAELA High balance loans are PHILLIPS set annually by the Federal Guaranteed Rate, Inc. Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) and subject to high-cost area loan limits. In January of 2017, these loan limits increased once more.

In Boulder County, the new limit is $529,000, putting the new purchase price (with 5% down) at $556,850. In Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, Jefferson, and Park counties, the new limit is $493,350, putting the new purchase price (with 5% down) at $519,300.

For people looking to buy in the Boulder or Denver area– two places well known for their cost of living – these loan limits are good news: they open up more possibilities.

High balance loans versus other loans In the United States, most homeowners take out conforming loans. This is a type of mortgage loan that conforms to the Fannie Mae and

Freddie Mac guidelines. The most important guideline is loan size, but credit score, debt-toincome ratio and size of down payment also play a role.

Jumbo loans are loans that exceed the guideline limits and are not ideal for most buyers; they come with many restrictions, reluctance on the lender’s part, and require higher down payments.

High balance loans are able to avoid the “jumbo loan” label because the guideline limits increase as a reflection of the area’s high home pricing. In essence, they are the middle ground between conforming loans and jumbo loans.

How high balance loans are set The limits of high balance loans are determined by the FHFA; they evaluate highcost areas to determine what is fair. Then, they set loan limits for the individual counties. This is why the limit for Boulder County is higher than for Denver County: it costs more to live there.

These loans are technically conforming as they conform to different guidelines; thus, they’re often called high balance conforming loans.

Who can benefit from high balance loans High balance loans are ideal for home buyers who want to borrow more than an overt conforming loan allows, but less than a jumbo loan. They’re also ideal for anyone who can’t afford – or chooses not to – put 20 percent

For people looking to buy in the Boulder or Denver area– two places well known for their cost of living – High Cost Loan Limits are good news: they open up more possibilities. (Photo: Shutterstock)

down. As mentioned above, high balance loans only require 5 percent (previously, they required 10 percent).

High balance loans are simply another option for people looking to buy. If you’re interested in moving to the Boulder or Denver area and have always assumed the homes here were out of your price range, a high balance loan may allow you to think again.

Michaela Phillips is the Vice President of Mortgage Lending at Guaranteed Rate, Inc. Contact Michaela at 303.579.5517, e-mail michaela@michaelaphillips.com or visit michaelaphillips.com. NMLS:312874.

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BOULDER – Rich Alpers, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, is sponsoring the Heatherwood Home Runners, an adult coed Boulder Recreation softball league team. “I am sponsoring this team because Heatherwood is the neighborhood I live and work in and wanted to support my community in a fun way,” said Alpers, who, as a sponsor, paid for the Heatherwood Home Runners’ T-shirts.

The team’s first spring softball game was a double-header at the Mapleton Fields in Boulder on March 15, with Alpers coaching first base. “The Heatherwood Home Runners played The

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Meatballs in a hardfought 12-1 loss,” joked Alpers.

The Heatherwood Home Runners will next square off against Just A Bunch of Axels. The team will also play Tequila Mockingbird on May 29 and the Laser Vikings on April 5.

The Heatherwood Home Runners will also have a rematch against the The Meatballs on April 5.

In addition to sponsoring the

Heatherwood Home Runners, Alpers, whose motto is “No hype, no pressure, just straight talk,” recently celebrated his twentyfifth anniversary as a Realtor and also gives back to Makea-Wish America.

Throughout 2017 he will be donating $150 to Make-A-Wish America after each real estate closing.

The vision of Makea-Wish America is to grant the wish of every child diagnosed with a life-threatening medical condition.

Rich Alpers is a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. He services Boulder, Gunbarrel, Broomfield, Erie, Longmont, Louisville, and Superior. For more information, call 303.449.5000 or visit gotogunbarrel.com.

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By Ed Del Grande Tribune News Service (TNS) Q: Dear Ed: We are planning to do a bathroom remodel job this spring and wanted to ask you what you feel is the most overlooked item when planning a new bathroom.

– Peter, Idaho A: Lots of effort usually goes into choosing fixtures like toilets, faucets and tubs when planning a new bathroom. But, there is another fixture to think about that I feel is just as important and often overlooked: the medicine cabinet.

Especially nowadays when a lot of new features are available.

When planning your medicine cabinet, start with the basics.

Decide if you want a recessed unit or a surface-mounted wall-hung cabinet. Also decide if a right-hand

or left-hand door-swing would be more convenient.

Finally, look for quality construction with some cool features built into your medicine cabinet. Hot items include frameless mirrored doors with internal LED lighting, anti-slam hinges, customized shelving, internal charging stations and water-resistant finishes and trim.

Bottom line: A good medicine cabinet can be just what the doctor ordered to create the perfect bathroom.

Master Contractor/Plumber Ed Del Grande is known internationally as the author of the book ‘Ed Del Grande's House Call,’ the host of TV and Internet shows, and a LEED green associate. Visit eddelgrande.com or write eadelg@cs.com. Always consult local contractors and codes.

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Common home odors to address before showing your home We know this is an uncomfortable topic to cover, but it’s nevertheless an important one. If you’re planning to sell your home this spring, it’s important to be SUZANNE aware of certain PLEWES home odors that RE/MAX Alliance can be a huge issue for potential buyers. Addressing these can improve your chances for a quick sale and at maximum value.

Pet odors Pet lovers don’t mind and may not even notice pet smells.

However, non-pet owners may notice it right away. Some may even be allergic to pet dander. To minimize this issue, be sure to dust and vacuum thoroughly before that big open house. Empty kitty litter boxes and other common pet odor sources. If you have a room where your pet normally stays, it may be a good idea to air it out before showings. Lastly, it’s always best to

A common source of offensive odors is air fresheners. Yes, these are normally meant to address odors, but sometimes they can be a bit overwhelming to potential buyers. (Photo: Shutterstock)

remove your pets during showings.

This minimizes odors and the added distraction.

Shoe smells Every home has a certain shoe storage area. If you store your shoes inside a closet or other confined space, odors can build up. Consider purchasing products that help capture and neutralize strong smells. Avoid solutions such as sprays since they can be a bit overwhelming, especially in small spaces.

Bathroom odors Showing requests can sometimes come on short notice.

As you rush to get dressed and leave the house, you may overlook the condition of your bathroom. After a hot shower, your bathroom may smell damp.

We need not mention the other “activity” that could leave unwanted bathroom odors. Given that kitchens and baths are the most important rooms to buyers, be sure to properly ventilate the bathroom before any showings.

Air fresheners The last common source of offensive household odors is air fresheners. Yes, these are normally meant to address odors, but sometimes they can be a bit overwhelming to potential buyers (particularly the automatic spray types). Furthermore, using too many air fresheners may give the impression that you are trying to hide an offensive smell. Instead of spraying artificial products, consider adding natural pleasant smells. For example, you can do this by baking cookies or creating a bouquet of fresh cut flowers from your garden.

Eliminating offensive odors in your home will make the showing experience more pleasant for potential home buyers, allow them to focus on the property’s features, and avoid negative impressions and assumptions.

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

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

Musty basements Basements are another common source of odor problems. What does your basement smell like?

And how may that impact a buyer’s perception of the condition of your property? A musty basement will make buyers wonder if there is a mold issue.

A chemical smell will cause them to wonder whether there’s some sort of leak. Give your basement a good sniff and consider ways to address any obvious odors.

For example, a dehumidifier can help with dampness.

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What is LEED home certification?

Environmentally conscious building is no longer the exception, it’s the rule.

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) says that by 2018, green homes could represent 40 percent of the overall housing market in the U.S., and that 84 percent of all home construction will include sustainable features. “(It’s) becoming more mainstream due to rapidly improving building energy codes, newer and better green materials and fixtures coming onto the marketplace, and an overall increase in awareness in what it takes to build a green home,” says USGBC Residential Technical Solutions Director Asa Foss.

While morality incentivizes many, so does profit. Studies show green residences bring more cash at sale, and green building materials are big business for manufacturers.

For those who want to build a home to the highest green specifications, the USGBC’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program remains the gold standard.

What is LEED? Created in 1998, the LEED rating system helps builders and property owners use resources more efficiently. Rather than setting rigid guidelines, the standards utilize numerous core tracks, such as water and energy efficiency, air quality, daylight visibility and the use of recycled construction materials. The LEED

By Brent Glasgow, Angie's List (TNS) building as a whole suffers,” Foss says. “LEED v4 represents the most innovative approach to integrating these systems to ensure optimal standards in human health and environmental sustainability.”

Decreasing prices have made solar a more attractive option for homeowners who want to go green.

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scorecard tallies points in seven categories, and the total decides a structure’s overall rating.

LEED’s newest residential version – LEED v4 for Homes – requires the installation of the latest Energy Star products and takes resource sustainability to a new level.

“We are much more focused on measurable energy and water savings, and approaches that are proven to improve indoor air quality,” Foss says.

The LEED program essentially views each home as a living organism.

“Modern buildings are a collection of systems working together to help the building perform, and just like the human body, if any of these systems are not working well together, the

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The future of green building Going green has never been easier, or cheaper, as products constantly improve and drop in price. Solar power, which sets new installation records with each passing year, is the textbook example.

“Solar panels are now becoming much less expensive as panel manufacturers are increasing their scale, and the installers are better versed at navigating local codes, which is increasing market access for consumers,” Foss says.

Residential LEED registration and certification costs $525 for non-USGBC members, $375 for members. The USGBC hopes to get further analysis on LEED’s effect on home pricing.

“While there currently are numerous studies that demonstrate that green homes have a higher value, I think we will start to see energy and water efficiency having a more significant impact on the sale price of a home,” Foss says.

Brent Glasgow is a reporter for Angie’s List, a trusted provider of local consumer reviews and an online marketplace of services from top-rated providers. Visit AngiesList.com.

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10 ways to spruce up your outdoor space for spring

By Cathy Hobbs Tribune News Service (TNS) With spring officially here, what better way to usher in the season then by sprucing up your outdoor environment?

When it comes to home decor, remember that what is on the outside is as important as what is on the inside. As so many homeowners spend the majority of their time outdoors during warmer months, it is important to make your outdoor environment attractive, cozy and functional.

Here are some spring spruce-up tips that may be helpful as you prepare to welcome spring.

1. Check your outdoor deck and or patio. Typically spring is a good time to check tiles, fittings and perhaps re-sand or add gravel to existing patios or make deck repairs.

2. Make sure you have an operational umbrella. As the sun shifts, there is no reason to have to abandon the outdoors.

3. Create multiple areas of entertainment. From an area for dining to one for lounging and entertainment, creating various entertainment areas or zones will help prolong your outdoor enjoyment.

4. Consider incorporating an outdoor cooking experience into your outdoor

space such as an outdoor kitchen.

5. Bring in plenty of blooms.

Flowers can add an enormous amount of enjoyment to the outdoor experience from color to attracting nature.

6. Consider coordinating blooms with your decor.

Instead of randomly selecting a color scheme, consider one that ties into your decor such as cushions and pillows.

7. Create small vignettes.

Consider smaller seating areas sprinkled throughout your outdoor space.

8. Use bold, rich colors.

Reds, oranges, blues and yellows are great options.

9. Update your decor. Just as you would update your indoor decor to keep it fresh and attractive, don't let your outdoor furniture and furnishings become old and tired.

10. Look for ways to enjoy your outdoor space both during the day and at night. This often includes incorporating various lighting options.

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

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Inspections on older homes

There can be an appeal in owning an older home; preserving a historic part of a neighborhood and/or restoring a house to its RICK former glory.

JACQUEMARD However, there Flatirons Home are concerns Inspections when buying an older home, issues that can cause regret and major expense. When considering the purchase of an older house, make sure to spend extra time with your home inspector to assure that your ideas for the MARCH 31 - April 1, 2017

home are realistic.

Outdated or obsolete systems and materials are major issues and can affect insurance rates. Heating and cooling systems should be considered.

Was the system installed properly to begin with, or was

An outdoor kitchen can serve as the perfect addition to your outdoor environment. (Photo: TNS)

A selection of blooms chosen to coordinate with outdoor toss pillows creates a complete look. (Photo: TNS)

it rigged to fit the home? Lead piping can also be a problem if the lead pipe brings water into the home. Electrical systems such as aluminum wiring or knob and tube are often partially replaced in an older home. You should ask how much is left and what would be required to complete the replacement. Tile or slate roofing may be historically accurate, but can be expensive to repair if it is damaged. Chimneys and fireplaces may require replacement or a complete rebuild.

Owning an older home can be source of pride. If you are considering buying a home with a little more character have your inspector go through the house keeping in mind any possible

renovations or restoration you may be thinking about. In some cases it may be prudent to have an older home inspected prior to making an offer. By doing this you can include the cost of necessary repairs in the price negotiations with the seller.

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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BAREFOOT LAKES IN FIRESTONE: Nature’s delights in a brand-new residential community

By Judy Finman, At Home

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arefoot Lakes is a masterfully planned, 1,300acre residential community in Firestone where you can explore and delight in nature.

And there’s plenty to discover with trails, wide-open spaces, two lakes and several unique park settings where Barefoot Lakes residents get to experience Colorado’s quintessential sunsets over the Foothills.

The developer of Barefoot Lakes is Brookfield Residential.

Its land planners and landscape architects are creating a natural haven for people to live in harmony with the flora and fauna. The landscaping uses water wisely – featuring native plants and meadows.

“This focus on native and natural creates enhanced environments for wildlife – the lakes’ islands will attract birds and other fauna,” says Marc Savela, senior director of Land Development at Brookfield Residential. “Additionally, every effort was made to use

natural materials throughout the community – native stone for retaining walls, boulders as play areas and more.”

The first homes at Barefoot Lakes Brookfield has joined with two other well known homebuilders – CalAtlantic Homes and Richmond American Homes – to offer a stunning variety of new homes at Barefoot Lakes. Prices range from the mid $300s to high $700s.

In this first phase, the WaterSide neighborhood, a total of 199 homes will be constructed by the three nationally acclaimed homebuilders.

Brookfield Residential offers two portfolios – Harvest Portfolio from the $500s (offering four floor plans), and Avenue Portfolio from the mid $300s (six floor plans) – with five models to tour now. The Harvest Portfolio’s one ranch-style and three twostory plans range from 2,552 to 3,626 square feet with up to four bedrooms and 3.5 baths. The Avenue Portfolio’s two-story plans

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range from 1,719 to 2,019 square feet with up to four bedrooms and 3.5 baths and an additional 973 square-foot garden level option.

CalAtlantic Homes has two model homes to tour and offers five floor plans. The one-story, ranch-style floor plan starts at $389,990, with 1,829 square feet and three bedrooms with two baths. The four two-story options, ranging from $388,990 to $424,990, provide plenty of space with square footages between 1,871 and 2,547, three or four bedrooms and three baths.

Richmond American Homes has one model home to tour and offers five floor plans. Richmond’s current two-story model home, its popular Hemingway plan, is approximately 2,500 square feet with options for four to six bedrooms and 2.5 to 4.5 bathrooms. Other floor plans include a ranch-style, one-story and three other two-story options from $403,950 to $424,950.

In all, homebuyers may tour eight model homes now and choose from 20 floor plan options

in a range of pricing in phase one.

Barefoot Lake’s unparalleled natural amenities Barefoot Lakes’ two bodies of water comprise approximately 100 acres of lakes. The community boasts myriad opportunities for recreation, activity and family fun. Located in the middle of WaterSide neighborhood is WaterSide Park, a pocket park with easy access to the community’s vast trail network. It boasts a flat lawn for games, a lawn with boulders for impromptu gatherings, picnic tables, swings, embankment slides, rock scramble to celebrate natural, un-programmed play and perennial gardens.

The other major amenity is Peninsula Park – a new regional park for this area, which will be maintained and managed by the Town of Firestone and Carbon Valley Recreation District.

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For more information For information about sales office and model home hours and more about the community and its amenities, visit BarefootLakes. com, or the Facebook page Facebook.com/Barefoot Lakes.

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Harvest Portfolio 2,552 to 3,305 sq. ft. | 2-5 Beds | 2.5-4.5 Baths From the $500s 970.805.3945

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From I-25 take Exit #240 (CO-119) east then make an immediate left on I-25 Frontage Road East (County Road 9.5). Travel north one mile to Barefoot Lakes N Parkway and turn right. Go to Eagle River Road, turn left and look for model homes on your left.

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OpenHomes Quick Guide

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

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$579,900 $610,000 $799,000 $800,000 $909,000 $925,000 $1,000,000 $1,100,000 $1,250,000 $1,385,000 $1,439,900 $1,525,000 $1,555,000 $1,675,000 1,695,000.00 $1,950,000 $2,150,000 $2,290,000 $2,500,000 $3,100,000 $3,100,000

Mark Remington Steve Altermatt Nick Duncan David Scott Miles Kunkel Michael Rebich Steve Altermatt Scott Hurst Karen Libin Brigitte Furst Lance Smith Barb Silverman Marsha Badger Terry Larson Marybeth Emerson Marybeth Emerson Marybeth Emerson Kim Hullett Tom Precourt Miles Kunkel Miles Kunkel

12pm-2pm 2pm-4pm 11am-3pm 1pm - 3pm 1pm-3pm 1pm-4pm 11:30am-1:30pm 11am-1pm 11am-3pm 1pm-3pm 12pm-2pm 12pm-3pm 1pm-3pm 12pm-3pm 12pm-2pm 12pm-2pm 12pm-2pm 1pm-3pm 1pm-3pm 10am-12pm 10am-12pm

1622 17th Street, 2C 4540 Squires Circle 4730 Kincross Court 470 Erie Drive 3248 Palo Parkway 4522 13th St., Unit 6H 4275 Eutaw Drive 1258 Oakleaf Cir 2015 Mariposa Ave 1656 Bear Mountain Drive 4696 Longview Ln, 1985 Bluebell Avenue 4840 6th St 4297 Vinca Court 3701 Paonia Street 750 6th Street 610 College Ave 2890 Stanford Ave 8812 Lakeside Ct 1425 King Avuene 1425 King Avenue

Janet Ingvaldsen Heather Brandt Laura Chittick Marlita Lazo

WK Real Estate RE/Max of Boulder, Inc. LIV Sotheby's International Realty Colorado Landmark, Realtors Re/Max of Boulder RE/MAX of Boulder RE/Max of Boulder, Inc. RE/MAX Alliance KL Realty 8z Real Estate FOUR STAR REALTY LIV Sotheby's International Realty 8z Real Estate RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc. Colorado Landmark Realtors Colorado Landmark Realtors Colorado Landmark Realtors RE/MAX Alliance on Walnut RE/MAX Alliance on Walnut Re/Max of Boulder RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc. Markel Homes: Kalmia38, Northfield Village & Northfield Commons Four Star Realty Four Star Realty WK Real Estate RE/MAX Alliance RE/MAX Alliance Pallone & Associates Metro Brokers Coldwell Banker Longmont Residential WK Real Estate WK Real Estate Trailridge Realty Coldwell Banker Residential Boulder Coldwell Banker Residential Boulder WK Real Estate RE/MAX Alliance RE/MAX Alliance Coldwell Banker - Residential Brokerage Debra E Hensen Real Estate RE/MAX Alliance WK Real Estate Markel Homes: Prospect NewTown

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Broomfield Broomfield Broomfield Broomfield Centennial Commerce City Frederick Lafayette Lafayette Lafayette Lafayette Lafayette Lafayette Longmont Longmont

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1146 Fern Street 1146 Fern Street 16424 Alcott Place 14169 Whitney Cir 3558 E Davies Ave 17936 E 104th Ave #B 8739 Triple Crown Dr 3960 Viewpoint Way 3960 Viewpoint Way 2544 Cowley Drive 543 Sawtooth Point 543 Sawtooth Point 2830 Shoshone Trail 1518 Green Pl 1379 Charles Dr. E-4

$329,900 $329,900 $440,000 $779,000 $475,000 $320,000 $444,900 $675,000 $675,000 $859,900 $865,000 $865,000 $1,000,000 $352,500 $426,208

Rich Dana Rich Dana Debbie Haubert Tom Precourt Sheri Brown Joan Pallone Duane Penny Dennis & Jann Culver Dennis & Jann Culver Libby Boyd Ro Troia Ro Troia Barry Remington Barb Passalacqua Jeremy Johnson

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$550,000 $550,000 $600,000 $600k+ Starting in the high1522 Moonlight Drive $300,000's.

Starting in the high1522 Moonlight Drive $300,000's.

1167 Summit View Drive $564,500 1124 Summit View Drive $700,000 1805 Blue Star Lane - Model Home $600k's+ 1585 Hecla Way #104 From $389,900 347 McConnell Drive $732,500 405 S. Snowmass Circle $1,068,678 10413 Garland Drive $344,900

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Phone 303-489-8054 303-441-5669 303-596-5030 303-588-8358 303-345-8619 303-478-3207 303-441-5669 303-709-2479 303-444-3177 720-244-4411 720-309-3512 303-886-5329 303-818-1390 303-589-3028 720-394-1997 720-394-1997 720-394-1997 303-748-3336 303-921-9080 303-345-8619 303-345-8619 303-442-0309 303-996-7782 303-996-7782 303-588-2128 303-921-9080 720-217-2188 303-810-9647 970-290-2220 303-618-3366 303-618-3366 303-552-1148 303-589-3966 303-589-3966 720-373-9297 303-931-6673 970-313-6166 720-840-2212 303-819-0987 303-489-0755 303-332-4118 303-522-7928 303-819-1371/ 303-817-7777 303-819-1371/ 303-817-7777 303-324-4747 303-246-8246 303-604-9196 303-604-9196 303-919-4423 720-840-1455 720-203-7789

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Model Home Located at 1522 Moonlight Drive, Longmont Office Hours: Thursday & Friday 12-4pm and Saturday & Sunday 12-5pm

Two-story and ranch plans available Homes starting in the high-$300,000’s Call for more information and inventory Stan Meade Tim Shea 303.819.1371 303.817.7777 www.pedaltoproperties.com

open Homes OPEN SATURDAY & SUNDAY 11AM-2PM 2801 Urban Place, Berthoud $440,000

The Cottages at PrairieStar are an exciting new product in the single-family-home market! These semi-custom built, 3 bedroom homes boast great floor plans, modern touches, and low maintenance lots.

In addition, each home has a 1 bedroom, 1 bath carriage house above the garage. The carriage house is a great place for any extended family or friends who live with you; or it can be used as an income property!

MLS# 803330 Hosted by Hosted by Kurt Albers Stella Geiss 970-231-1224 630-946-7667

OPEN SATURDAY 11AM-2PM & SUNDAY 12PM-3PM

543 Sawtooth Pt, Lafayette $865,000 Panoramic views both front & back from this spacious home. Beautiful landscaped 1/3 acre lot. The floor plan is perfect for entertaining both inside and out and the craftsmanship throughout is amazing.

Hosted by: Ro Troia • 303-589-3966 | Mary Romano • 303-588-8433

Open Saturday 10AM-1PM 16036 Cinnamon Circle, Mead Listed at $330,000 Super Clean, Open Floor Plan, Close to Schools!

Ashley Bevan • 8z Real Estate • 303.359.0457

OPEN HOUSE SAT & SUN 4/1 & 4/2 • 12Pm – 4Pm

Live it up Big in Moore Farm 8739 Triple Crown Dr. Frederick 80504 - $444,900 .32 Acre Lot • 4+ Car Garage Large Kitchen, Granite, Stainless Steel Appliances Close to Golf Course, Reservoir, Community Pool Open Floor Plan, Wood Floors, Bay Windows Duane Penny (970) 290-2220 duane.penny@coloradohomes.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 AtH C l d MARCH 31 - April 1, 2017

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Natural woods paired with neutral colors help create a minimalist yet designed space. (Photo: TNS)

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Less is more

A SMART DECISION

By Cathy Hobbs Tribune News Service (TNS) Minimalism remains a strong design trend and preferred choice of many homeowners and apartment dwellers.

For many, living with less creates calm and order. No longer are these environments considered sparse and sanitized – instead, it can be a functional design choice.

Minimalism From foundations such as the Bauhaus in Europe to Scandinavian influences, minimalism is often associated with soft colors, natural woods and crisp, clean lines. It is also often associated with interiors that are not overstuffed but instead contain a few well designed elements and furniture selections.

How to get the look Begin with a neutral palette.

Cream, taupe and soft gray are wonderful choices to begin your color stories.

Pre-plan your space. Select only what is necessary.

Edit and then edit again, the key to a minimalist look.

Mix hard and soft materials.

A mix of hard materials such as metal and wood pairs beautifully with soft goods such as toss pillows and throws.

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conversation and be visual surprises in your minimalist environment.

Where to start When building your environment, purchase larger pieces first (sofas and case goods) and then your smaller pieces (accessories and accents).

Area rugs Rugs can also help to ground space and shouldn't be omitted just to achieve minimalism. In general, rugs create warmth and add a finishing element that can prevent a space from appearing barren. When selecting rugs, a great rule of thumb is to select your rug first for color or graphic inspiration or last to tie everything together.

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

to consider all factors before putting their home on the market.

Sellers who take advantage of the new year’s low inventory levels, low mortgage rates and high demand for housing may find their home selling decision to be a smart move.

For more information, contact Coldwell Banker today.

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LAWN AND GARDEN

Real Ospreys of Boulder County BOULDER COUNTY – As feathered friends take up song and begin the year, indulge me while I talk about a nongardening topic.

High above the CAROL Boulder County O’MEARA Fairgrounds Colorado State drama has University Extension unfolded, Boulder County capturing the attention – and imagination – of fans.

The resident ospreys returned for the summer and they opened the season like avian Kardashians, with strange females, a two-timing male, bad boy attacks, and the struggles of a female to keep her man. Via the live feed from the Osprey Cam, fans tune in from across the globe to watch the pair and offer thoughts (and sometimes judgements) on the nesting and mating habits of the pair.

Ospreys are large, fish hunting raptors that nest near large bodies

of water and build huge, stick based nests. They occur on every continent except for Antarctica.

Boulder County Parks and Open Space Wildlife Biologist Michelle Durant said that, within five miles of the Fairgrounds, there are approximately six pairs of nesting ospreys and they believe a total of 10 nesting pairs are in the county.

“Occasionally an unknown, new, or extraneous pair attempts to nest near a current pair, but they’re not always successful. The resident nesting pair often spend time fending off these intruders, which can take away from time they spend caring for their own eggs or young, ” Durant said.

Migratory, our ospreys return to the area in March. Mated pairs return to the same nest yearly, which brings us to the current drama being seen on our Real Ospreys of Boulder County video feed when an unknown female arrived at the nest March 9.

Shortly after, the resident male arrived and, since the resident female wasn’t around, the two did things that raised eyebrows.

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Via the live feed from the Osprey Cam, fans tune in from across the globe to watch the pair and offer thoughts (and sometimes judgements) on the nesting and mating habits of the pair.

“Ospreys are monogamous, but they’re bonded to the nest more than to a mate. If there’s no other female around, the male will mate with whoever is here,” says Jasmine Finks, volunteer co-moderator of the Osprey Cam with Steph Powers. Such caddish behavior is accepted in ospreys. The interloper strutted about the nest, protecting it as if it were hers. A second, then a third unknown female visited; an unknown male made a brief attack run. Clearly this nest – festooned with plastic flotsam the male finds irresistible – is prime real estate.

But then the Resident Female arrived on March 25 and addressed the shenanigans. “She’s usually fashionably late compared to other area ospreys. Perhaps she migrates farther,” said Finks.

Feathers were ruffled, then flew in a brief scuffle, and the usurping female fled (https://youtu.be/ CsLgw0hyfkg).

Now the male pays loving attention to his one and only: he nurtures her, and she him, gently bumping together as they repair the nest or bringing each other fish. Powers speculates that this is one reason our ospreys are popular worldwide – it’s unusual for them to care for each other.

But he knows she can look out for herself, as evidenced by his calmly sitting while she’s pursued by an enraged Red Wing Blackbird chasing her around. It’s just another day at the nest.

Keep an eye on the pair via the Osprey Cam bouldercounty.org/os/ openspace/pages/ospreycamera.aspx

LIVE OSPREY CAM Keep an eye on the Osprey pair via the Boulder County Osprey Cam bouldercounty.org/os/ openspace/pages/ ospreycamera.aspx or head out early in the morning to watch them at Isaak Walton pond in Longmont, a favorite fishing hole for the male. “He’s a great fisherman,” said Powers, “he can dive and come up with two fish. One in each talon.”

Eggs are expected in about two weeks and the pair typically lays four. Osprey can delay the incubation of eggs until all four are laid simply by not sitting on them. Tragedy struck last year when three of the four perished in hours after hatch; we’re hoping all are healthy this year. The number of young produced annually by each nest varies year-to-year, but typically one to three young fledge by late summer.

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Left: In the top photo above I pulled together a tableau spotlighting farm eggs in my living room. Right: Whether you are entertaining adults or kids, add some table accents that delight, like these individual sets of bunny salt and pepper shakers or the cute-as-a-button bunny egg cups. (Photos: TNS)

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Celebrate Easter in your home decor

By Mary Carol Garrity Tribune News Service (TNS) If your family celebrates Easter, chances are you’ve got some great childhood memories surrounding the cherished holiday. One of mine? Hunting for Easter eggs. As soon as we got home from Easter Mass we headed over to my dad’s good friend’s house, where I’d join their passel of six girls to scout for eggs while Dad and Mr. Loftin would crack open a beer (unbeknown to Mrs. Loftin and my mom, who were busy cooking Easter dinner).

Easter is such a time of joy, when we sluff off winter, embrace the promise of spring and feel

a bit like a kid again. Most of us don’t want to decorate as elaborately for Easter as we do for Christmas, instead focusing our homage to a few key spots. In the photo above (from my book “Entertaining in Style”), I pulled together a tableau spotlighting farm eggs in my living room.

Easter dinner table Check out this wonderful Easter dinner table our design team created. Layered between the wicker placemat and the stack of plates is a faux cabbage leaf. Even when I set a formal table, I like to add an element of surprise, a bit of whimsy that catches guests off guard and

makes them smile. These wipe-clean leaves do just the trick.

Every year at market, I find something that lights my heart on fire. This year, it was porcelain Easter-themed table accents. Aren’t these chubby bunny napkin rings the cutest?

One of my favorite ways to top a beautiful place setting is with a seasonal salad plate.

These majolica-inspired berry plates are just the thing. While they seem especially appropriate for spring, you could use them year round.

Whether you are entertaining adults or kids, add some table accents that delight, like these individual sets of bunny salt and pepper shakers or the cute-as-a-button bunny egg cups. Both would make perfect take-home gifts for your guests.

Side table delights Dress up a side table with a playful Easter tableaux. For this display, we started with a base of faux grass then topped it with a round mirror, a placid lake for our industrious Easter bunny to row across on his way to deliver eggs.

More miniature scenes Here’s an idea from our design team for your mantel or a bookcase. Create a little forest with potted faux boxwood topiaries. Then, let little rabbit figures frolic below. Miniature scenes like these will captivate the little people in your home, and, quite possibly, more than a few adults.

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

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

Address 1401 Elmhurst Drive, Longmont

Type Senior Living

Rent $905/$910 per month

Bed/Bath

Description

Other Amenities

Information

1 Bed, 1 Bath

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

Furnished, pet friendly, laundry facility

303.772.9292; hovercommunity.org

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UNDER CONTRACT

BOULDER | 3139 BELL DRIVE

SUPERIOR | 1826 ESTABROOK WAY

LOUISVILLE | 2317 PARAMOUNT CT.

BOULDER | 3112 BELL DRIVE

3 BR * 3 BA * 1437 TSF BR * 4 BA * 2835 TSF 4 BR * 3 BA * 3010 TSF 3 BR * 3 BA * 1338 TSF LOUISVILLE | *643 W. SANDBAR CIRCLE4(814160) BROOMFIELD | 14651 SORREL RUN KELLOGG CIRCLE (813433) $460,000 * $574,900 (814511) * $689,900 BOULDER | 4786 (814666) * $469,900

3 BR * 3 BA * 2128 TSF (783697) * $489,900

3 BR * 3 BA * 4804 TSF (783853) * $699,000

BERTHOUD | 1606 GLACIER AVENUE 4 BR * 3 BA * 2983 TSF (814699) * $409,900

BOULDER | 1027 10TH STREET 5 BR * 2 BA * 3345 TSF (814710) * $1,195,000

4 BR * 3 BA * 2530 TSF (783855) * $625,000

BOULDER | 6984 OLDE STAGE ROAD 3 BR * 2 BA * 2088 TSF (814724) * $579,900

BOULDER | 4623 CHESTNUT LANE 3 BR * 4 BA * 1794 TSF (814780) * $437,700

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BOULDER | 7469 PARK CIRCLE

BOULDER | 1735 GILLASPIE DRIVE

BOULDER | 2870 JUILLIARD STREET

5 BR * 4 BA * 4603 TSF (783886) * $837,700

3 BR * 2 BA * 1756 TSF (783950) * $1,050,000

5 BR * 4 BA * 3454 TSF (783981) * $1,349,000

BOULDER | 470 JAPONICA WAY 3 BR * 3 BA * 3686 TSF (814850) * $1,795,000

BOULDER | 1822 TIMBER LANE 4 BR * 3 BA * 3068 TSF (814895) * $775,000

LOUISVILLE | 849 TRAIL RIDGE DRIVE 4 BR * 4 BA * 3862 TSF (814912) * $805,700

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LAFAYETTE | 1420 CRETE COURT F-7

BOULDER | 3287 OURAY STREET

1 BR * 1 BA * 707 TSF

3 BR * 3 BA * 3656 TSF

BOULDER |(784026) 4275 EUTAW DRIVE * $149,900 4 BR * 3 BA * 3586 TSF (815000) * $1,000,000

SUPERIOR | 1660 S. PITKIN AVENUE 5 BR * 4 BA * 3926 TSF (814997) * $734,900

BOULDER | 4938 CARTER COURT

BOULDER | 6240 WILLOW(784046) LANE THORNTON | 11917 MONROE STREET * $799,500 3 BR * 2 BA * 1224 TSF 3 BR * 2 BA * 1520 TSF (815047) * $415,000 (815066) * $250,000

3 BR * 4 BA * 2028 TSF LONGMONT | 804 SUMMER HAWK (784100) * $425,000 #7000-103 3 BR * 2 BA * 1308 TSF (815101) * $275,500

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