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Which Type of Lender is Right for You? Top Five Things Buyers Look For in a Home There was a time when most homebuyers obtained their mortgage loans through their bank or credit union.

Today, however, there are a number of additional home financing providers. Which one is right for you?

All buyers look for certain qualities in a home when buying. It’s helpful for sellers to know the top things buyers look for.

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Colorado rocks list of 100 best places to work Colorado is racking up the recognition these days, and here’s a “Best” list that the entire state rocked.

The list is Outside TIMMY Magazine’s 100 DUGGAN Best Places to RE/MAX of Boulder Work 2016, as determined by the publication’s editors. This list holds special status, since it’s covering an aspect of our lives that occupies a huge chunk of time – where we work.

“No one wants to spend the majority of their waking hours slogging through a boring job in a cubicle maze, cemented in place under buzzing fluorescent lights,” writes Outside Magazine’s editorial staff. “We’re human beings, not drones.”

Colorado claimed a whopping 36 of the spots on the list of 100, beginning with the No. 1 place to work: Forum Phi architectural and interior design firm in Aspen.

The Boulder-Denver metro area hauled in nearly half of the Colorado businesses on the list – 17 in total – leading off with the No. 2 ranked GroundFloor Media in Denver.

It’s good to see companies that treat people well find their home in our great state.

Here’s the BoulderDenver metro area list, edited from Outside Magazine’s rich descriptions.

2. GroundFloor Media (Denver) The plan at this midsize public relations firm is simple: give employees the ultimate in flexibility by allowing them to work anytime, anywhere.

And, offices surround a central collaborative space which is

turned into a “beer club” every Thursday, where employees sample a new brew.

6. TeamSnap (Boulder) Seventy-five percent of the 60-plus-person staff at this tech startup work remotely. … The company sells time-management software that clubs and organizations use to streamline registration and build rosters. …

Once a year, employees take to the mountains of Colorado for an annual teambuilding session.

10. Pellucid Analytics (Boulder) The founders of Pellucid Analytics created a software program that’s helping Wall Street and the industry change by helping stockbrokers create data-heavy presentations faster. Employees enjoy big Flatirons-facing windows.

11. ReadyTalk (Denver) This company created audio, video, and web conferencing system that allows businesses to telecommute seamlessly.

15. Zen Planner(Denver) ZenPlanner team members enjoy company activities designed to keep their minds active.

21. Cloud 9 Living (Broomfield) This company sells “experience gifts” and recently started a paidtime-off volunteer program for staffers.

25. Avid4 Adventure (Boulder) Employees at Avid4Adventure design and operate summer camps for kids. Employees receive adoption assistance and support for workers traveling home for family emergencies. If that’s not enough, workers also get help with the dog-kennel fee when they travel without their furry family members.

27. Room 214 (Boulder) Shop dogs rule at this ad agency, as employee pups roam the office.

The pinball machine can be heard inside this social media and digital marketing firm’s headquarters.

35. Sterling-Rice Group (Boulder) A well-known advertising and public relations company, Sterling Rice provides employees with a dedicated nap room and weekly messages in a spa room.

36. TDA Boulder (Boulder) This ad agency’s employees can earn a $1,000 donation to the charity of their choice. But it’s no walk at the beach. To qualify, staffers climb a Colorado 14er and bring proof back to the office via a photo taken from the summit.

And the list continues...

39. BSW Wealth Partners (Boulder) 57. Namaste Solar (Boulder) 59. Peaksware (Boulder) 62. VictorOps (Boulder) 68. Brewers Association (Boulder) 73. Crestone (Boulder) 82. Access Fund (Boulder) 83. Mondo Robot (Boulder) 86. Tendril (Boulder) 88. Sphero (Boulder) 93. Cloud Elements (Denver) 97. FullContact (Denver) 99. Verde Brand Communications (Boulder) Read the full descriptions of Outside Magazine’s Best Places to Work here: outsideonline. com/2136266/best-placeswork-2016.

Timmy Duggan is a Realtor at RE/MAX of Boulder.

Call 303.441.5611 or e-mail timmyduggan@boulderco.com.

WK Real Estate welcomes Daniel Tremblay BOULDER – WK Real Estate is pleased to announce the addition of Commercial Broker Associate Daniel Tremblay to its Boulder Office.

Since 1981, Daniel Tremblay has called Boulder home. As an experienced businessman, sales professional and commercial real estate owner, Dan can competently serve all your commercial real estate needs. He looks forward to helping advise and assist companies to buy, sell or lease their spaces.

Daniel may be reached directly at 303.912.4203 and via e-mail at dtremblay@wkre.com.

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Top 5 things buyers look for in a home Every buyer is different, they have different tastes in décor, preferences for layout and home amenities, location needs, etc. However, they also have many things in common. They all tend to look for certain qualities in a home when buying. As a seller, or potential seller, it can be helpful to know the top five things that buyers look for in a home.

Ample storage Storage is something that everyone needs and may not have enough of. So, naturally, buyers will pay attention to storage when viewing homes. This includes storage within the general living area and excess storage in basements, garages, and attics.

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Modern kitchens You’ve heard before that the kitchen is one of the most important rooms in a house. This always has been and probably always will be true. After all, have you ever heard a buyer say that they really wish they could have an old, outdated kitchen?

Buyers want kitchens that are modern and up to date. Kitchens with newer appliances, good cabinets, ample storage, and a good layout will always be appealing to potential home buyers. An eat-in kitchen is also a bonus.

Modern baths Bathrooms are the second most important room in a house. Again, no buyer has ever said that they want an old bathroom. Updated bathrooms with good layouts and space will always be a selling point for buyers.

Energy efficiency Energy efficiency is growing in popularity these days. If you look around, you may see lots of solar panels popping up everywhere. This shows just how important it is for people to save money on utilities. Home buyers will pay attention to windows, doors, heating systems, and other home features that could result in energy waste. Likewise, any newer features specifically installed to save energy will catch a potential buyer’s attention.

Neutral décor Home buyers definitely notice when a home has neutral décor. Perhaps it’s not so much neutral décor as it is not having overwhelmingly personalized décor that may not match a buyer’s personal tastes.

Non-neutral décor can distract buyers or prevent them from easily visualizing their own belongings in a home. Plus, some buyers simply don’t want the added work of having to remove wall paper or paint a lot of rooms.

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What can we learn from this list If you’re looking to sell your home, it would be wise to pay attention to these key areas that are important to potential home buyers.

Even if you’re not selling but are looking to renovate, keeping the above in mind can help you improve the value of your home when it eventually does come time to sell.

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Which type of lender is right for you?

By Bankrate.com (TNS)

Speed: A direct lender also may process your loan faster than other providers.

There was a time when most homebuyers obtained their mortgage loans through their banks or credit unions. Today, however, there are a number of additional homefinancing providers. Which one is right for you?

Risks of a direct lender Limited choice: Lenders offer only their own programs. To comparison shop, you will need to speak with several lenders.

Direct lenders Banks, mortgage banks and nonbank lenders all are direct lenders; that is, employees review your application and make the decision to lend you money. Typically, the institution will sell your loan on the secondary market.

Mortgage brokers A mortgage broker is a middleman who may represent the mortgage loan products of many lenders. The broker's goal is to match you with the loan product that best meets your needs at the best price. Once your loan is approved, you will usually deal directly with the loan originator or their mortgage service provider.

Benefits of a direct lender Reliability: You probably know and trust the institution. It is regulated by state and federal agencies and likely has strong ties with your community.

One-stop shopping: You deal directly with the source of your loan.

Savings: As the loan originator, an institution may save you money in the loan process.

Benefits of a mortgage broker Variety: By shopping across a range of different programs and lenders, a mortgage broker may find you a better fit than a direct lender could.

Qualifying: A mortgage broker can best steer you to the national or

regional lenders that are most likely to accept your application based on your financial and personal information.

Savings: You may get a more favorable loan rate.

Speed: A broker saves you time shopping for a loan.

Risks of a mortgage broker Hidden costs: Some mortgage brokers attempt to increase their profit by writing hidden costs into your loan. Best hedge: Know the loan process and ask questions.

Most financial institutions offer a limited menu of loan products, just as mortgage banks do. They typically hold mortgages in their portfolios or sell them on the secondary market.

Home builders and real estate agencies Many large home builders and real estate agencies now own an inhouse mortgage company to make it easier to buy their properties. These affiliated companies may operate as a mortgage banker or broker.

Which lender is right for you?

Depending on your credit history and circumstances, you may benefit by using one source of mortgage loans over another.

Tips for working with lenders Get recommendations: Ask friends and family members for suggestions, especially if they've recently obtained a loan.

Check credentials: Mortgage bankers are regulated by either your state's department of banking or division of real estate. Check with the agency to see if a lender is in good professional standing.

Mortgage brokers may or may not be state-regulated. If not, check with the local chapter of the National Association of Mortgage Brokers or the Better Business Bureau to see if their record is clean. The Library of Congress has a good index of state and local government websites.

Do your homework: Learn about typical mortgages and ask questions when something looks amiss; a broker may be trying to pad closing costs or other fees at your expense.

Take care online: There are plenty of attractive deals online, but first make sure you're dealing with a reliable broker or lender.

Extra care during peak season: Unscrupulous lenders and brokers are more apt to quote you bogus rates or slip in extra costs during peak homebuying season, in hopes you won't notice.

Visit Bankrate online at bankrate.com.

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a home or office building and leasing it to tenants provides a regular income stream that other investments do not. This flow offsets the cost of investing as well as the risk.

The views on cannabis continue to change: since Coloradans voted to legalize recreational weed back in 2012, seven other states (and the District of Columbia) have MICHAELA followed suit. This PHILLIPS trend is likely to Guaranteed Rate, Inc. increase. In fact, per CBS News, cannabis sales are expected to reach around 23 billion by 2020. In short, people working in marijuana picked a profitable industry.

With this profit comes investment opportunity and real estate is among the safest place to put your money.

As the market continues to stay strong, those who don’t invest risk looking back and wishing they had.

There are a variety of benefits to investing. Some of these include:

Appreciation rates are going strong All across the nation, homes are appreciating, selling in recent months for thousands and thousands more than their original purchase price. However, in Colorado, this appreciation is particularly acute. As reported by The Denver Channel, the Centennial State has one of the top housing appreciation rates in the country.

Between July 2015 and July 2016, homes appreciated 9.3 percent.

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banks shutting their proverbial doors to many home buyers. But, with economic rebound, lending has returned. According to Entrepreneur, banks have relaxed many of the rigid standards they implemented nearly a decade ago. If you have stable employment and decent

credit, most lenders are willing to work with you on fixed-rate loans.

It allows for portfolio diversification Investing in real estate offers you the chance to diversify. It does this because real estate has a low correlation with other asset classes. This decreases your risk by, essentially, not putting too many eggs inside a single basket.

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You can purchase with three percent down In more trying times, it was impossible to purchase without a large down payment; banks wanted you to invest before they did. Today, three percent is all you need. This opens the door for investors who’ve always seen real estate as a pipe dream, simply because they didn’t have the upfront cash required.

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Moving? Here are some packing tips Packing to move is never fun; it’s a lot of time-consuming work. But it pays to do it right. I once had a client who left it to the last minute and had her KAREN young children LIBIN quickly box the KL Realty things in their own bedrooms.

Her little boy – elementary school age at the time – literally grabbed every item and threw them willynilly into boxes. One box included a half-eaten sandwich on a plate, and his ant farm. That worked out well for his ants, but it’s not a box I would have wanted to open in the new house! To have a less stressful and more organized move, consider these packing tips: Purge first – Is an item worth boxing and moving? If not, put it in a donation pile. You will be amazed at how that pile will grow. You don’t even have to haul it away; many firms will pick up your contributions. After you move into your new house and are

surrounded by seemingly endless stacks of boxes, you’ll be glad you lightened your load.

Consistent box sizes – If you use four box sizes (small, medium, large, extra large), instead of many miscellaneous sizes, you will be able to neatly stack them before and after your move. This will add a small level of organization to an inherently chaotic situation.

Box by room – To make unpacking less time-consuming and confusing, box only each rooms’ content together. The exception for this is oversized items.

Duct tape color-coding for each room – For every room of the new house use a different color of duct tape on that room’s boxes, or at least on the tops and down the sides. On the door of each room or the adjacent wall, indicate the color of the taped boxes that should be placed inside. This is extremely helpful for movers who are usually moving fast and may not speak English.

Indicate box content – Write on each box – both the top and at least one facing side – what’s generally inside. If you like to be

even more organized, number each box and keep a log of its exact content. This is especially handy for the kitchen. It takes quite a while to unpack every box, and you may really need to know where the margarita salt is!

Pack considering weight – Pack heavy items, such as books, in small boxes. Larger heavy items should be placed on the bottom of boxes with lighter items, such as pillows or lamp shades, offsetting them atop.

Box by category – When possible, keep like things together.

This makes unpacking easier. Also, if there isn’t enough room in your new home for something, you can easily store it.

Electronics and appliances – Did you squirrel away your original electronic or small appliance boxes somewhere? If so, drag them out to use. But before you unplug those electronic cords, snap a few pictures of the connections so you know how to recreate them.

Pack ahead of time – Several weeks out from your move, start packing items you don’t need, especially those that require more

Packing to move is never fun; it’s a lot of time-consuming work. But it pays to do it right. (Photo: Shutterstock)

time and patience like decorative items and extra sets of dishes or glassware.

The closer you come to your move date, the less stamina you will have for packing. The sooner you do it the less chance you’ll find yourself at your new house opening a box crawling with wellfed ants.

Karen is the owner and managing broker of KL Realty, and has more than 29 years of experience in the Boulder County real estate market. Contact Karen at KL Realty, call 303.444.3177, e-mail team@klrealty.net or visit klrealty.net.

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How much does ceiling fan installation cost

By Paul Pogue, Angie's List (TNS) With ceiling fans strategically located in rooms of your home where you spend the most time, you can turn the thermostat up to save money without sacrificing comfort.

When it comes to installation that requires knowledge about electrical wiring, it's best to leave it to the pros. Angie’s List members report paying around $200 for ceiling fan installation, on average, not counting discounts many service providers offer.

Electrical contractors generally charge $30 to $70 an hour, depending on location, training and experience.

If you're installing a fan in an area that doesn't have existing wiring, expect the cost to be higher. That's because the electrician will have to break through walls, floors and/or ceilings to run new wiring to power the fan. Using an expert, even for jobs that take advantage April 14-15, 2017

of existing wiring, ensures the fan will be properly balanced, secured to the ceiling joists and wired safely.

For projects that utilize existing wiring, the cost goes down significantly. In general, the average cost may include the installation of a wall switch to turn the fan on and off. Some homeowners may choose to circumvent the wall switch and turn the fan on and off via a pullchain.

Before you hire Ask the electrician a few questions. You'll want to know: – Will they draw up a written contract, including an estimate of the project's costs, and parts and labor? Be wary of electricians who charge by the hour without including a realistic estimate of how many hours it will take.

Most electricians are familiar with ceiling fan installation, so asking for a fixed rate eliminates guesswork.

– Does the fan include a warranty? Is it Energy Star rated?

Energy Star-qualified products save more energy than standard models, but may cost more upfront.

– How long will the project take, and do costs also include repairs if the job involves drywall and painting?

Considerations for buying Before selecting your fan, consider the cost value of high-end features that drive up the price, such as a remote control, quality finishes, lighting fixtures, a quiet motor and variable-speed settings.

Choosing a fan without these features will generally bring the cost of the equipment down.

Installing ceiling fans throughout your home provides more than cost savings and improved comfort. When it comes time to put your home on the market, ceiling fans won't necessarily drive the value of your home up significantly, but they

Installing a ceiling fan typically requires a pro’s touch and training.

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will be a draw for buyers.

Electricians are required to hold a trade license to perform electrical work. Work only with a licensed and insured electrician to avoid problems should the project go awry. The license acts like a safety net, letting consumers know that the contractor has met the requirements and holds the certifications to perform this type of work.

Paul Pogue 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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Accordion-style doors lead from the living area to outdoor living in this move-in-ready home from Coast to Coast at 3012 Palo Parkway.

Luxury Living in Intimate Kalmia38

By Rebecca Lee, At Home. Photography by Markel Homes.

H

igh-end homes on just thirty-eight lots in a prime location has been a winning formula for Kalmia38, the peaceful north Boulder enclave east of Sale Lake between Kalmia Avenue and Palo Parkway. Tucked among established neighborhoods and mature trees, the community features a variety of architectural styles in single-family homes from the four local builders who created Northfield Commons and Northfield Village, also in Boulder. Home buyers looking for new construction are drawn to Kalmia38 and its amenities, including trail access, a beautiful streetscape and nearby coffee shops, restaurants and services. The community offers that rare combination of a serene and relaxing vibe within close proximity to the conveniences of an in-city location.

Not to be overlooked, Kalmia38 also provides never-lived-in homes for buyers intent on fresh styling and modern finishes.

Everything’s new, from the furnace to the woodwork, ready for a buyer to turn a house into their home.

Last two homes from Markel Homes The final two homes that Boulder-based Markel Homes will build at Kalmia38 are nearly finished. The homes feature an open floor plan, impeccable styling and high-end finishes. One property is designed for the buyer who prefers sleek contemporary lines, prominent glass and the distinctive butterfly roof. The second showcases the Craftsman style of architecture, with a sophisticated mix of great-looking exterior materials and stunning, bold accents.

One of the last two homes from Markel Homes at Kalmia38 features a butterfly roof, prominent glass and sleek contemporary styling.

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3633 Paonia St. (lot 18) – $1,550,000 4 beds / 4 baths + study + loft + outdoor living Open design, gourmet kitchen, high-end finishes 2-story foyer with upper windows and fabulous light En-suite bedroom, 3-car garage and unfinished lower level Ready in late April 2017 3617 Paonia St. (lot 20) – $1,585,000 4 beds / 4 baths + study + loft + outdoor living Dramatic two-story foyer and living area Vaulted master with deck and 5-piece bath Huge windows, stone pillars and front door sidelights Ready in June 2017

Craftsman architecture from Markel Homes offers a sophisticated mix of great-looking exterior materials and stunning, bold accents.

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Enjoy panoramic views from the rooftop deck on the move-in-ready home from Coast to Coast at 3012 Palo Parkway.

Move-in-ready from Coast to Coast Quality green construction, fine craftsmanship and Energy Star® efficiencies are hallmarks of the Coast to Coast brand of home building. Two homes are currently available from Coast to Coast at Kalmia38, including a move-in-ready property and another on-track for a July completion. With banks of distinctive windows and strong architectural lines, both homes offer open plans and features designed to please today’s high-end home buyers.

3012 Palo Parkway (lot 3) – $1,199,900 3 beds / 2.5 baths + study + loft + skyloft Accordion-style doors to covered patio

On track for a July completion, this two-story Craftsman from Coast to Coast occupies one of the larger lots in Kalmia38.

Gourmet kitchen, stainless steel appliances, walk-in pantry Outdoor living front and back + rooftop deck with panoramic views Move-in-ready – available now 3625 Paonia St. (lot 19) – $1,379,900 3 beds / 2.75 baths + study + unfinished lower level High-end kitchen, island, nook, walk-in pantry 2-story foyer, coffered ceilings in dining and great rooms Large master and oversized 3-car garage Ready in July 2017

KALMIA38 SALES OFFICE OPEN DAILY Located at 3092 Big Horn St., the Kalmia38 sales office is open daily from 11 to 5 p.m. For more information about the community, the builders and the properties currently for sale, contact Sales Manager Roz Giannasi Pinon by phone (303.442.0309) or e-mail (roz@kalmia38.com). For more information, visit Kalmia38.com.

The Markel Homes’ properties are also featured on the company’s website at MarkelHomes.com.

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

Stylish New Energy Efficient Homes Starting in the upper $200s Sales Center Open Daily 11:00am to 5:00pm 303.848.4185 Cauley Kim Sales Manager 323 S. Parkside Dr Longmont, CO 80501 office@parksidelongmont.com www.CoastToCoastDevelopment.com

Boulder Area REALTORS® - Building Community for 75 Years!

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LAWN AND GARDEN

Get your grass in shape BOULDER COUNTY – A long, dry winter takes its toll on many of us, so much so that the first warm rays of spring brings the realization that we’re in CAROL sub-par form for O’MEARA having to face Colorado State the neighbors University Extension this summer.

Boulder County Bald spots, oddly growing tufts, and weedy edges all mean one thing: it’s time to get your grass in shape.

A good lawn is the secret to being the envy of the neighborhood, having increased property value, and a happy and fulfilling life. Take advantage of the warming days by indulging in a little lawn care.

Start with the basics by making sure your irrigation system is given a tune-up. Turn the system on, then go out and watch the sprinkler. Look for broken or tilted sprayers, blockages caused by overgrown plants, or heads sheared off by mowing. Make sure the throw of water extends from head to head. As the heat hits, check your sprinklers again to make sure they’ll keep up with the demands of scorching temperatures. If they don’t, lawns respond by going dormant and turning brown.

Taller grass holds moisture

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A good lawn is the secret to being the envy of the neighborhood, having increased property value, and a happy and fulfilling life. (Photo: Shutterstock)

If your lawn woes aren’t cleared up with good irrigation, get a little advice from horticulturists at your local Colorado Sate University Extension office. Through the CSU Lawncheck program, homeowners across the Front Range can get helpful house calls for sick turf, with consultations on solving problems from weeds, disease and the dreaded brown spots.

The service is available for $75 per hour. Mileage costs may apply, depending on the distance of the site from the county Extension office. Lab fees for any samples collected will vary, based upon the tests to be run.

In most cases, yard problems are due to how the lawn is cared for, and homeowners can cure problems themselves.

Occasionally, help is needed from a professional lawn care company, so contact the folks at Colorado Association of Lawn Care Professionals, lawncarecolorado.org,

for their list of local experts.

CSU Lawncheck is not available in all counties. Homeowners should call the Extension office in their county to make an appointment and then must be onsite to assist in the lawn assessment. Visit the CSU Lawncheck website for a listing of participating counties, or to schedule an appointment at CSULawncheck.org.

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.

Exterior inspections

A thorough inspection of a home’s exterior is critical as conditions on the outside may also affect the integrity of the interior.

Inspectors will RICK make a visible JACQUEMARD inspection of Flatirons Home the grounds Inspections around the house to see if rain water is draining away from the structure or towards it. Rain water that drains towards the house could damage the structure, weaken the foundation and allow water to get into the basement or 12

longer, so set your lawnmower deck at three inches high for the summer. In general, a Kentucky bluegrass lawn needs approximately two-and-a-half inches of water each week, split into several different days of watering. Water deeply by having the sprinklers deliver half of their water for that day in one cycle, then the other half approximately an hour later.

Over-seeding in the spring can help fill in lawns that look threadbare. The trick to successful over-seeding is to core-aerate the lawn before you spread seed. The seed will fall into the holes made by the aerator, which are ideal places for grass to germinate.

When aerating, pass the machine over the area several times in differing directions – similar to making swiss cheese out of the ground. Water the lawn lightly every day until the seed has germinated. Grass seed is a slow germinator, so be prepared to wait fourteen to twenty days for it to sprout. The most common mistake in over-seeding is from impatience with the germination time – many gardeners give up too soon and cut off the water just when the young sprouts first emerge.

If you have already applied pre-emergent, wait two to four months before trying to over-seed.

The pre-emergent will breakdown in the sunlight during the summer months and allow for germination of new seed.

crawl space.

Plants or trees growing too close to the house can damage the siding or roof covering; trees planted too close to the foundation may damage the foundation; untreated wood and ground contact can cause rot; overgrown landscaping can cause poor drainage and erosion.

Water draining towards the house instead of away from the house, can cause serious water damage. Gutter downspouts should have extensions to carry water away from the house. The amount of rain water coming off the roof could be in the thousands of gallons and if the water is discharged alongside the foundation, the water can

recommended that homes is wet areas have sump pump systems to remove water from under the house.

Roof leakage caused by old or damaged shingles/tiles or improper flashing is a common problem. It may be easy and inexpensive to repair damaged tile and shingles and to re-caulk the roof penetrations if found in the early stages. Some homes have class three or four impact resistant roofing which can save a good amount on insurance premiums.

You or your inspector may have to get this information from the inspector as it may not be visible after installation. Determining the exact age of a roof in insurance premiums.

All these areas and more should be covered in any inspection of the exterior of a home. Your inspectors should be able to answer questions regarding any of them.

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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April is National Lawn Care Month By Stacy Cornay, Rocky Mountain Sod Growers DENVER – Ed Markham, president of the Rocky Mountain Sod Growers (RMSG) wants everyone to know that April is National Lawn Care Month.

“As the temperature warms, more and more people are taking a good look at their lawns. It’s a chance to prepare for the summer season and to ensure that your lawn is ready to go after the winter.

Educated homeowners know that the work they put in today is an investment for the future,” notes Markham. “April is National Lawn Care month and a great time to learn more about sod and the needs of various grass types,” he adds. For that reason, individuals are encouraged to visit the RMSG website to learn lawn care from the experts.

Understanding the actual water needs of your landscape is critical to making informed decisions about what types of plants, including grass, to include.

For years the myth that grass wastes water has been proliferated in an attempt to limit what so

many desire. However, the truth is that grass doesn’t waste water, people do. “When people become informed concerning the actual water needs of their lawn, they are surprised. Most people over water their lawns,” says Markham.

“I encourage everyone to consider their landscape as an asset,” Markham adds. “Increase your property value by ensuring that inefficient or broken sprinkler systems are addressed. Plan for grass around your home to decrease the heat during summer, thus keeping air conditioning down. Become more educated concerning the different varieties of grass, their water needs and how they perform in different settings.”

For additional information, please contact a Rocky Mountain Sod Grower member - the experts in sod care and installation by visiting sod-growers.com.

Keep your lawn healthy - it’s money in your pocket.

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

Offering 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments.

418 Emery St. Longmont • (303) 772-6452 BUYING OR SELLING REAL ESTATE?

Linda Whittle Broker Associate Recipient of Re/Max International Lifetime Achievement Award

303.588.4127 OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY 12:30PM-3:30PM 1541 Ridgeview Drive Louisville NEW PRICE IS $599,900 Lush 1/3 acre lot * 3-car garage * 3 bedrooms & 3 baths BRIGHT, GRACIOUS, & INVITING HOME! ENJOY PATIOS & GORGEOUS GARDENS. DECK & PERGOLA. MATURE TREES & FENCED YARD. WOOD FLOORS. LARGE FAMILY ROOM. MASTER W/HIGH CEILINGS, SITTING ROOM, STEEPING TUB & A SHOWER. CLOSE TO OLD TOWN FESTIVITIES,TRAILS & PARKS.

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OpenHomes Quick Guide

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

Open Open City House House Street Time Date

Price

Agent

Company

Phone

Boulder

Sunday

1pm-3pm

560 Mohawk Drive #45

$459,500

Mark Remington

WK Real Estate

303-489-8054

Boulder

Saturday

11am-2pm

3250 O'Neal Cir Apt K36

$265,000

John Beaupre

RE/MAX Alliance

303-817-5995

Boulder

Saturday

1pm-3pm

1830 22nd St Unit 1

$450,000

Amanda Salzman

RE/MAX Alliance

303-956-4433

Boulder

Saturday

1pm-3pm

560 Mohawk Drive #45

$459,500

Jill Muller

WK Real Estate

303-941-6927

Boulder

Saturday

11:30am-1:30pm

4954 10th Street

$649,900

Andrew Muller/Shelley Chittivej

RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.

303-434-6633

Boulder

Saturday

12pm-2pm

1659 Yellow Pine Ave.

$719,000

Bruce Drogsvold

WK Real Estate

303-579-1627

Boulder

Sunday

11am-2pm

1659 Yellow Pine Ave.

$719,000

Bruce Drogsvold

WK Real Estate

303-579-1627

Boulder

Saturday

1pm-3pm

4708 McKinley Dr.

$775,000

Marcia Cotlar

8z Real Estate

720-352-9755

Boulder

Saturday

12pm-2pm

7106 Olde Stage Rd.

$775,000

John Marcotte

Marcotte Real Estate Group

720-771-9401

Boulder

Saturday

12:30pm-2:30pm

2702 Winding Trail Dr.

$794,000

Cheryl Shatz

RE/MAX Alliance

303-570-0949

Boulder

Sunday

1pm-4pm

4522 13th St., Unit 6H

$925,000

Michael Rebich

RE/MAX of Boulder

303-478-3207

Boulder

Saturday

1pm-3pm

335 16th Street

$950,000

Sean McIllwain

MOD Boulder

720-252-6051

Boulder

Saturday

12pm-3pm

3012 Palo Parkway

$1,199,000

Roz Pinon

Markel Homes Construction Company

303-442-0309

Boulder

Saturday

12pm-3pm

3012 Palo Parkway

$1,199,900

Roz Pinon

Markel Homes Construction Company

303-442-0309

Boulder

Saturday

1pm-3pm

430 Alpine Ave.

$1,350,000

Kathryn Whelan & Tom Kahn

RE/MAX Alliance on Walnut

303-579-4678

Boulder

Saturday

10am-12pm

907 11th St.

$1,495,000

Amanda Salzman

RE/MAX Alliance on Walnut

303-956-4433

Roz Giannasi Pinon

Markel Homes: Kalmia38, Northfield Village & Northfield Commons

303-442-0309

Boulder

Daily

11am-5pm

3092 Big Horn St.

$1M +

Broomfield

Saturday

1pm-3pm

12526 Forest View St .

$389,999

Amanda Lovato

The Delaney Realty Group

303-717-6069

Erie

Saturday

12pm-3pm

148 Maxwell Circle

$450,000

Chris Ermold

RE/MAX Alliance

720-839-4354

Lafayette

Saturday

1pm-3:30pm

1714 Zeaus Dr.

$389,900

Debby Errickson

Coldwell Banker Residential

Longmont

Saturday

11am-1pm

849 Wade Rd.

$279,000

Sean Gilliam

Longmont

Saturday

11am-2pm

1051 Rose St.

$395,000

Heather Brandt

RE/MAX Alliance

303-489-0755

Longmont

Wednesday

12pm-3pm

1379 Charles Dr. E-4

$426,208

Jeremy Johnson

RE/MAX Alliance

970-313-6166

Longmont

Saturday

11am-2pm

1343 Carnation Circle

$445,000

Sheila Boettcher

WK Real Estate

303-775-5799

Longmont

Saturday

12pm-2pm

1053 Neon Forest Cir.

$850,000

Suzy Williamson

RE/MAX Alliance

720-491-9885

Longmont

Saturday

12pm-3pm

13167 N 87th St.

$989,000

Debra E Hensen

Debra E Hensen Real Estate

303-819-0987

Longmont

Daily

11am-5pm

918 Half Measures Dr.

$600k+

Marlita Lazo

Markel Homes: Prospect NewTown

303-522-7928

Tim Shea/Stan Meade

Pedal To Properties

303-819-1371/ 303-817-7777

Tim Shea/Stan Meade

Pedal To Properties

303-819-1371/ 303-817-7777

Longmont

Thursday & Friday

12pm-4pm

1522 Moonlight Drive

Starting in the high$300,000's.

Longmont

Saturday & Sunday

12pm-5pm

1522 Moonlight Drive

Starting in the high$300,000's.

303-931-9988 970-313-6706

Louisville

Saturday

1pm-3pm

2119 Hecla Drive

$699,900

Michele Steward

Markel Homes

303-604-9196

Louisville

Wednesday-Monday

11am-5pm

1805 Blue Star Lane - Model Home

$600k's+

Michele Steward

Markel Homes - North End

303-604-9196

Superior

Saturday

12pm-2pm

405 S. Snowmass Circle

$1,068,678

Barb Sill-Prantner

RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.

720-840-1455

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

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CLOSED EASTER SUNDAY

Tues-Sat 10-6 and Sun 12-6

OPEN SATURDAY 1PM-3PM

8832 Foxfire Street, Firestone

736 13th St. ~ Berthoud Two-story upgraded model!

$427,915

• 3 Bed/4 Bath • Great room & 9ft ceilings • Granite countertops • Finished basement w/ wet bar • Maintenance free yard • Custom interior trim & hardwood floors

Beautiful 4 bed, 3 bath, 2-story home in Firestone’s newest community, Saddleback! Main floor study, open concept floor plan, granite countertops in kitchen, plus stainless appliances.

Upstairs laundry, loft and huge master!

Model at 8759 Peakview.

MLS#8198066

• Kathy Beck 970-213-8475

Brandi Garifi 720-291-0899

Model Home Located at 1522 Moonlight Drive, Longmont

$479,900

Marian, 970-290-0908 • Gary, 970-692-2002

CLOSED EASTER SUNDAY

Thurs-Sat 10-6/Sun 12-6 1521 Taplow Court, Windsor

$361,815

Office Hours: Thursday & Friday 12-4pm and Saturday & Sunday 12-5pm

Open concept 4 bedroom 2-1/2 bath two story plan with 9’ ceiling through out main floor by DR Horton Express. This home comes equipped with a study, loft, window coverings, walk in closet, large kitchen pantry and island, covered patio & front yard landscaping.

MLS#9964406

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

Kathy Beck 970-213-8475

CLOSED EASTER SUNDAY

Brandi Garifi 720-291-0899

Tues-Sat 10-6 and Sun 12-6 8816 Foxfire Street, Firestone

$424,420 B Beautiful 4 bed, 2 bath, ranch-style home w/3 car garage, built

by DR Horton, is complete & ready for its first owner! Main floor living home w/full unfinished basement comes fully landscaped! Saddleback golf course community conveniently located by Milavek Lake. Model at 8759 Peakview.

MLS#5119080 Kathy Beck 970-213-8475

Brandi Garifi 720-291-0899

For advertising information, please call Toni McNeill 303.684.5329 or Thais Hafer 303.473.1456 For a complete listing and map of open homes in the area visit AtHomeColorado.com AtH C l d April 14-15, 2017

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HOME TIPS

5 ways to declutter your home that require absolutely zero effort

By Sophie Miura, Domaine (TNS) We’re all for styling your home with items that are sentimental or simply make you happy, but it’s clear that our relationship with shopping has spiraled out of control. According to professional organizer Regina Lark, clutter has become the new norm. The average U.S. household contains over 300,000 "things" and we collectively trash 13 million tons of clothing every single year.

If you’ve been caught up in a spring-cleaning frenzy, pause before you take out the trash. A handful of smart, savvy entrepreneurs have found a better way to use your pre-loved goods so they don’t end up in a landfill. From apps that pay you for your old wares to services that pick up your used furniture for free, it’s easier than ever to do the right thing.

Cleanse your home of these five unnecessary items with these smart, zero-effort apps.

allows you to swap items instead.

Think of it as an easy gift exchange site. All you do is post a picture of the item (the site features everything from toys to sporting goods), and you’ll earn credits when people bid on it. Then you can use those credits to pick out something you’ll actually use. You can also choose to donate your site credits to charity if you want to keep your newly cleaned home clutter-free.

Gifts you’ve never used Feel guilty about tossing or regifting unused presents you received over the holidays? Listia

Books you’ve read a zillion times When you’ve finally finished spring-cleaning, the last thing you want to deal with is having

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If you’ve been hoarding years-old clothing, handbags or shoes that you know you won’t wear again, it’s time to sell them. (Photo: Dreamstime)

to load your car and drive your wares to Goodwill. That’s where GiveIt comes in. With a click of a button, the app sends out your request to a ton of local charities, and they come to collect the goods.

Simply take a photo of what you’re donating, put it in a bag and leave it on your front doorstep at the approved time. It’ll be gone in a flash.

only wears 20 percent of their wardrobe. If you’ve been hoarding years-old clothing, handbags or shoes that you know you won’t wear again, it’s time to sell them.

The Real Real app takes care of all the annoying logistics by providing free in-home pickup and free shipping, selling the item within three days, and then transferring you the earnings. Yes, it’s that easy.

Unused gadgets Everyone has an item they purchased thinking it was a genius solution, only to realize months later that it’s utterly useless.

If you’ve barely touched that multitasking kitchen appliance or realized you simply don’t need that tech accessory, pass it on to someone who wants it. OfferUp is a peer-to-peer marketplace that aims to reinvent the Craigslist experience. It shows your listing to local shoppers and puts privacy first, so you don’t have to stress about cross-country postage costs or scammers.

Dated furniture Furniture can be a pain to get rid of, regardless of whether you’re choosing to sell, toss or donate it. Enter Roadie, the Uber for deliveries. The app connects you with drivers who are planning to travel to your intended destination and have spare room in their car or truck. They’ll collect your goods and hand deliver it at the destination for a fraction of the price of a courier. For a limited time, they’re also offering free Goodwill pickups, so it’s easier than ever to donate to charity.

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.

Designer impulse buys Despite an overflowing closet, it’s believed the average person

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A grow-with-them room for boys By Mary Carol Garrity, Tribune News Service (TNS) I predict that when Tammy and Tyler’s boys are 27, they will still want to live at home with their folks, just so they don’t have to leave their amazing bedroom behind. This welcoming retreat is designed to delight its current inhabitants – 11-year-old Carter and 8-year-old Sawyer – now and for years to come. When I saw this bedroom suite for the first time, I wanted to move in too!

When this family’s home sold quickly a few years ago, they needed someplace to move into fast.

They had looked at their nowhome previously but shied away from it because it needed more work than they were willing to do. But with the new, compressed deadline, they gave it a second visit. Once the kids saw the quirky upstairs bedroom, with its nooks, crannies and secret room accessible through a revolving door masquerading as a bookcase, they lobbied hard to buy this diamond-in-the-rough. Tammy relented, and got to work turning

the space into boy heaven. (Now, the secret room is outfitted with a TV and comfy chairs, the perfect clubhouse for the boys and their friends.)

When Tammy purchases furniture, she gets quality pieces she will love for a lifetime, then moves it from room to room as her family’s needs change. The settee in the sitting area of the boys’ suite was one she had in another room in their previous house. She gave it new life by recovered it in ticking fabric, which fits perfectly with the tartan plaids throughout the room. You wouldn’t think a piece this formal would be at home in a space occupied by two active boys, but it’s a perfect pick.

Tammy loves furniture and accents that tell a story, so she decorated the boys’ room with vintage toys. Airplanes hang from the ceiling, a game board serves as artwork and the shelves are dotted with antique sports equipment like boxing gloves and a bowling pin. I’m a huge fan of the textile

Tammy loves furniture and accents that tell a story, so she decorated the boys’ room with vintage toys. (Photo: TNS)

mix she selected for the window treatments, furniture, pillows and bedding, menswear fabrics that coordinate but are not matchy.

Even the twin beds have a history. When Tammy spotted an ornate screen at an antique store, she knew she had struck gold. Separated into two sections, the screens were transformed into truly unique matching headboards. I really like how she dressed the beds in masculine and timeless bedding that the boys won’t outgrow.

You may have noticed the

hooked rugs throughout the boys’ room. Tammy’s motherin-law, who is also a friend of mine, hand hooks rugs, a skill she taught Tammy. Not many moms would trust their young boys with treasures like these, but Tammy doesn’t worry. She does not want her home to feel like a museum.

This gift of love just adds to the warmth and comfort of this decidedly delightful room.

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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30-DAY CHALLENGE

Are you bogged down by clutter? Here's the fix

By Blair Anthony Robertson The Sacramento Bee (TNS) SACRAMENTO – To be successful in life, you need things like motivation, focus, planning and perseverance.

All well and good. But, if you’re like many Americans, first you have to get organized. You need to find your stuff. And to do that, you must deal with clutter.

Yes, whether you’re planning on running a marathon, climbing a mountain, getting six-pack abs or starting a practice of mindfulness and meditation, you can’t do it when clutter and chaos hold you back. Your routine can be thwarted, your time compromised. Clutter can lead to procrastination.

Remember when it was all about keeping up with the Joneses? About acquiring material possessions that signaled you were successful? That’s old news, replaced by a new kind of American dream – minimalism.

Now it’s about keeping up with the Joneses, all right – as they get rid of their stuff.

For this 30-day challenge, we’re going to show you how to do something about the kind of clutter that holds you back and give yourself the best chance to be happy, healthy and more productive.

Whether you have too many junk drawers in the kitchen or entire rooms in your home that are simply unmanageable, there is a better way.

To learn how to get there, we enlisted the help of an expert, Daria LaMoure. When we tagged along on a recent weekday afternoon, she was helping a client who simply has many interests and not enough places to put all her stuff.

The client, Joey Miller, is a dietitian for her full-time job, but she’s also an artist (oil on canvas), a musician (there’s a piano and two keyboards in the room), a two-dog owner, an avid rock climber, a skateboarder, a prolific reader. And did we mention the aquarium with two turtles and a crawfish? Oh, and about that massage table – she uses the barter system to get haircuts and other services by trading for massage work.

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Joey Miller, who uses her spare room for oil painting, music, and as a guest room, enlists help from clutter expert Daria LaMoure on Thursday, March 23, 2017, in Sacramento, Calif. (Photo: Andrew Seng/Sacramento Bee/TNS)

you want a room to function.

At Miller’s East Sacramento home, which she shares with her life partner of 20 years, Todd Phillpotts, the focus is on the dreaded guest bedroom, which she uses as an office and art studio.

The old flat-screen TV taking up space in the corner is on the “getrid-of” list, and it immediately clears away plenty of visual clutter when Miller carts it away.

Like many people, she had put the nonworking TV against the wall and told herself she would eventually dispose of it. Days turned into months.

The bookcases are full, including scores of collector “you are here” coffee mugs from Starbucks, still in their boxes and neatly arranged to show the cities Miller has visited. When she glanced at the book titles, Miller conceded she could easily pare down her collection. Next to the bookcase is a $2,500 Murphy bed stored flat against the wall.

“I like that I have an office and a space for my art,” she said. “I think this room is about as ADD as I am. In theory, this is where I would work if I had the space to do it. I just work in the living room, but this is my office and where I should be working.”

The rest of the house is neat and organized, though there is a storage shed in the backyard that is overwhelmed with camping gear and other stuff. Though she does

not appear to have a lot of things she doesn’t use, Miller’s stuff is, indeed, holding her back.

“For everybody, the definition of clutter is different,” said LaMoure, after studying the guest room/office. “For somebody who is that active and has that much in their life, that’s actually clutter because it’s hard to access the things that you love and that you use the most.

“The first thing you do is decide what’s the purpose of the room.

For her, the purpose is art, but it’s also a music room. To make any decisions about what stays or goes, you have to decide what’s its function and what’s your vision for it. Once you see what you want and the feeling you are looking for, then it’s a lot easier to see what doesn’t fit.”

After the TV was removed, Miller decided to give her nephew one of her keyboards. The turtles were moved to the main living/ dining area so she and Phillpotts could see them more often.

Suddenly, things were looking up.

For your 30-day challenge, if you decide this is for you, you’re going to do much like Miller is doing – deciding how you want your particular space to function and then deciding what stays and what must go. The classic method is to create three piles – throw away, donate, keep. Often, we get so committed to our stuff that we need a neutral person or expert

like LaMoure to guide us.

“One by one, we’re just going to clear the area and remove everything that doesn’t fit the purpose,” she said.

What makes LaMoure so smart when it comes to clutter? For one, she grew up in Russia, where possessions were not so important.

Yes, clutter and the need for more and more stuff, she says, is a very American phenomenon.

“In Russia, it was all about having items that work and function, and you took care of them for years to come. Then I came to the U.S. and it was a fun time when I realized I can buy anything I want and have as much as I want. She started her business in 2011 to help people get organized, but she noticed that her clients quickly got bogged down once again only weeks or months later.

Then she read the best-selling book “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing” by Marie Kondo and realized that the problem wasn’t just organizing; it was stuff.

“Instead of holding onto things that give you negative feelings, you should have things that inspire you,” LaMoure said.

We left Miller’s home after a couple of hours. There was still plenty of work to be done, but she was well on her way.

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