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Before you start making extra payments on your mortgage, here are a few things to consider.

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Much-needed inventory shows signs of improvement in Boulder County BOULDER – The first quarter of 2017 hints at hopeful signs for homebuyers in Boulder County, as inventory for single-family and attached TOM dwellings KALINSKI increased, RE/MAX of Boulder according to RE/MAX of Boulder’s DB Wilson.

For the past several years, inventory shortages have been an issue in all housing types across Boulder County as demand for housing remained steady even in the face of significant price appreciation.

“The appreciation we’ve seen over the last three years is truly unsustainable,” says Wilson in a recent interview with RE/MAX of Boulder Realtor and Author Duane Duggan on the RE/MAX of Boulder video podcast (at bit.ly/2qPf9r3). “One thing of significance in both single family and attached dwellings is that we’re seeing inventory start to rise and this is a really good thing,” he added.

Wilson expects the increase in inventory to slow the appreciation rate as well as give buyers “more of a selection” in housing options.

As the statistician for RE/MAX of Boulder, Wilson reviews 10 data points in his monthly, quarterly and yearly analysis of Boulder County residential real estate. Data points include median and average price ranges, sales to list price, days on market, total number of sales, expired listings or homes that never sell, months of inventory, percentage under contract and the interest rate. Those numbers are then compared to the same period last year.

“Though early in the year, this gives a bigger view than month-tomonth statistics,” says Wilson.

Quarter one analysis showed that price appreciation is still increasing, but may be showing signs of slowing. In the first three months of 2017, the average price of a single-family home in Boulder County increased 8 percent over the same period last year to just under $656,000. Last year at this

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time, the appreciation rate was almost 11%.

Median price rose 8.5% percent to about $588,000.

“Price is pretty expensive at this point, and we’ve all been talking about affordability,” says Wilson.

Though Wilson says the increase in inventory will help, countywide there are just 688 homes available compared to 640 a year ago.

“Fifty percent are under contract, so there’s still huge demand from buyers. That equates to about 3.7 months of inventory. Five to seven months is considered a stable market, anything less than that is a seller’s market,” Wilson adds.

In single-family homes, sales price compared to the list price dropped slightly. Wilson notes this may be an indication “sellers have gotten too aggressive with pricing, maybe Realtors are getting a little too aggressive.”

While interest rates are up about 14 percent, the quarter finished at about 4.2 percent.

Even at 4.2 percent, this is historically very low.

In attached dwellings, inventory surged ahead with a 43 percent increase.

“At first blush you say that is incredibly different and showing signs of a slowing market. But if you look at the other 10 statistics, you’ll see that this is a good thing because we were abnormally low a year ago and the year before that,” Wilson comments.

As a result of the inventory, townhomes and condo sales increased 38 percent over the first quarter of last year with 265 sales in quarter one over 190.

Even with the large inventory increase, there is just 1.9 months inventory available.

“It is still a seller’s market,”

says Wilson, noting that less than five months of inventory is considered to be a seller’s market.

More than half of the available units – 63 percent – are under contract. Average price increased more than 10 percent over last year, reaching $408,000 countywide.

With a sales to list price ratio still at over 100 percent, Wilson notes the attached dwelling market is very strong, which makes him thankful to see more units come on the market.

“It’s really increasing the availability for buyers and we expect that inventory to continue to rise, but affordability is the issue. Typically attached dwelling is a great entry point for the first time home buyer with interest rates and prices going up as much as they are, affordability is a real problem,” he explains.

Overall Wilson says the strong seller’s market can be frustrating for a buyer. “It continues to be very important to use a Realtor with expertise and the current market conditions at their fingertips. Yes, prices are up, but there are some other things going on as well.”

Though the market is challenging, Wilson believes it’s starting to change. “When [the market] starts to check itself, that’s good – I think it’s good for everybody. It’s still a wonderful time to buy and a terrific time to sell.”

To see RE/MAX of Boulder’s video podcast discussing quarter one statistics, visit bit.ly/2qPf9r3.

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

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Should you make extra mortgage payments?

You’ve probably heard people say that it’s a good idea to make extra mortgage payments. This pays down your balance and can significantly reduce the SUZANNE number of PLEWES years that it RE/MAX Alliance takes to pay off your mortgage.

However, it’s important to note that it’s not necessarily a good idea for everyone. The advice has just been repeated for so long and across so many generations that people tend not to question it further. Before you start making extra payments on your mortgage, here are a few things to consider.

Before you start making extra payments on your mortgage, here are a few things to consider.

interest changes every month. In the early years of a mortgage, most of your monthly payment covers interest.

If you make extra payments, it applies directly towards the principal balance of the loan (although you must specifically note this when sending in your payment). In doing so, you are reducing the loan balance and total interest charges on that balance. Your monthly mortgage payments remain the same, but your loan will be paid off sooner as a result.

Why make extra payments?

Your monthly mortgage payments are based on the balance of your loan plus interest charges. For a 30-year fixed rate mortgage, the monthly payments remain the same for the life of the loan, but the amount attributed towards the principal balance versus

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Secondly, you should only make extra payments if you have “extra” savings. Your mortgage should not be used as a savings account since it cannot be easily accessed. If you place money in a bank account, you can easily make a withdrawal for a car repair or other unexpected expense. Money paid into your mortgage cannot be so easily withdrawn. You would need to obtain a home equity loan or refinance your mortgage. This takes time and will cost money.

Should I make extra payments?

Simply put, it’s great to make extra mortgage payments if you can afford to do so and if the money is not better spent somewhere else. Like everything else in real estate, personal circumstances play a big role in the decisions that you must make.

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BOULDER – Mortgage acceleration is the process of rapidly paying down your mortgage by paying more in principle payments DUANE than is due.

DUGGAN That payment Realtor and Author can be based RE/MAX of Boulder on a desired amortization schedule, a bi-weekly plan, or something as simple as an extra $100 a month.

Instead of applying any of the mortgage acceleration techniques above, another alternative is to create what is called a “mortgage offset account”.

One of the advantages of the mortgage offset account is that you can get the money back if you need it! If you only pay down your mortgage, you can’t call your lender and ask for your prepayments back. Nor does paying down the principle amount on a 30-year loan for example, lower the payments. It simply shortens the term.

How it might work: Let’s say there is a $200,000 mortgage on a house. The interest rate on a 30-year amortized mortgage is 4.5%. The monthly payment is $1,013.37. At the end of 10 years $81,783.41 in interest will be paid, and the principal has been reduced $39,820.00. If you paid $100 a month extra for those 10 years, the balance would be reduced by a total of $54.940.84, instead of $39,820.00. That

means the mortgage is paid down $15,120.84 more than it would have been staying in the 30-year amortized schedule.

Now taking that same $100 a month and investing it at 3% for 10 years, the account would grow to $13,974.14.

The mortgage could be paid down by that amount ($13,974.14) at that point, or just continue to grow the mortgage offset account. The biggest variable to the overall success of this plan is the interest rate on the mortgage offset account.

That interest rate, of course, is dictated by market forces and the possibility of combining with other funds that might have a higher yield.

A home and a mortgage is often the biggest financial commitment in a person’s life. Learning about mortgage strategies could significantly affect a person’s financial future rather than blindly making those payments!

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Escrow is valuable tool to protect both buyer and seller By Pat Setter, The San Diego Union-Tribune (TNS) We’ve all seen the notices on top of the real estate signs in front yards: In escrow. Although it sounds foreboding, escrow is part of the homebuying process, and it’s designed to protect the buyer and the seller.

The more you know about how escrow works, the less daunting it will seem. Here are some escrow basics to make your homebuying experience go smoothly.

Escrow is basically a third party that will hold the homebuyer’s money and the home seller’s deed until all the paperwork is completed. It keeps all valuable assets with a neutral entity to minimize risks to both sides of the deal until all contracts and agreements have been fulfilled. Those are part of the escrow instructions that need to be followed before escrow can close and money and deeds transfer hands.

For buyers, it’s easier to get money back from neutral third parties than the sellers, if the deal doesn’t work out. New-home buyers need to be sure all deposits and payments go into an escrow account and not into the developer’s account.

Once a purchase price is agreed upon, buyers will submit what is known as an earnest money deposit, which indicates that they are committing to buying the home. Otherwise, buyers could make multiple commitments,

costing sellers time and money. Earnest money is usually about 3 percent of the cost of the home. Consider it a down payment on the down payment.

For new homes, buyers will put down deposits, which are determined by the seller and will vary based upon the price of the home. Check with your builder for the escrow deposit amounts necessary to open escrow.

Once the purchase agreement has been signed by all parties and the earnest money deposit received, the seller will submit all the documents associated with the home, and it’s the homebuyers’ responsibility to understand them clearly. Purchase agreements are often lengthy and confusing. Ask your sales representative for a copy ahead of time, so you can be sure you are comfortable with the entire agreement.

Look for the exact sales price and a specific deadline for the developer to transfer the property. If that deadline isn’t met due to construction delays, then the contract should allow you to get the deposit back. If you’re unsure how long you will own your new home, be sure to check whether the contract contains a clause that will prohibit you from selling the house for a few years _ especially if the subdivision is still under development.

Be sure to do a walk-through of the home

at least three days before closing escrow and make a list of what needs to be done to the home, if anything. Home builders today deliver homes in very good condition, but sometimes there are items that need to be remedied after the close of escrow. Your customer service representative will walk you through the steps necessary to ensure that these items are completed within a reasonable time frame.

Check your purchase agreement for close of escrow conditions included in your agreement.

Be aware that escrow fees vary from company to company. The basic rate is usually 2 percent of the sales price of the home, but firms have different add-ons. In California, the seller selects the escrow company, and fees are negotiated upfront. Buyers usually benefit from this arrangement by getting very competitive escrow fees.

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HOA basics: What to know before you buy By Pat Setter, The San Diego Union-Tribune (TNS)

Depending on the amenities, homeowners association fees can be a big bite out of the budget.

Before signing on the dotted line for your new home, make sure you know what your homeowners association fees are and what they cover. Because most new planned communities have HOAs whether you’re buying a detached home, condo or townhome, factoring in that added cost is a necessary part of your homebuying budget. And it’s mandatory.

Depending on the amenities, HOA fees can be a big bite out of the budget. Monthly fees typically range from $150 on the very low end up to $850. According to a 2015 study by Trulia, the average monthly HOA fee in San Diego County was $296.

What does that payment cover each month?

That depends on where you live.

The most basic HOAs maintain the common areas of a community. That can be landscaping, but it can also include a recreation center, a pool and walking trails. The general rule is, the more amenities, the higher the fees. Some highend condominium complexes have everything from concierges to 24-hour security as well as fitness centers, spas, saunas and conference rooms.

Associations in a condominium or townhome complex will cover most things outside the individual units, such as the roof, paint, elevators, heating and air conditioning in common areas, and pest control. The HOA should also have insurance for the exterior of the building.

City services such as trash removal, water and sewage are also commonly covered by HOAs and, oftentimes, cable services will be included with the fees. The dues in planned, single-family-home communities often include security in gated communities.

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In addition to maintenance and amenities, HOAs also have rules, called covenants, conditions and restrictions (CC&Rs) that all homeowners must follow. That can be anything from how many cats you can own and what color you paint your house to whether your kids can play in the street or you can have a boat in the driveway. HOAs are responsible for enforcing these rules and often pay a professional property management company to communicate with the homeowners and make sure everyone is in compliance. Property management companies are also responsible for the community’s day-to-day operations and maintenance.

Joe Farinelli, president of Walters Management, said, “Homeowners will sacrifice a bit of freedom moving into an HOA if they want to experience the benefits of living in such a community. Make sure your lifestyle is aligned with the rules of the community, and that you can live under these rules.”

Also be aware that HOAs are able to levy special assessments for major repairs, if needed.

Before buying a home, Farinelli suggests researching three key elements: 1. Financial health of the HOA Make sure the HOA is properly funded.

Request a copy of financials available to homeowners. Check out how often dues have been increased over the years.

2. Maintenance responsibility What is the HOA’s responsibility and what is the homeowner’s responsibility?

3. CC&Rs Understand the rules before you buy.

The more you know, the easier it is to make the right decision.

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Home inspection “add-ons” BOULDER – When buying a home one of the first and most important things that happens is the home inspection. Depending on the size of the home a standard home inspection will cost between $300 and $600. There may also RICK be other things you need to think about that could JACQUEMARD be specific to your home Flatirons Home Inspections and could be an additional expense. Your inspector and/or real estate professional can make suggestions as to which might be useful in your case. These “add-ons” include but are not limited to: A sewer line scope to determine if the main sewer line is damaged or obstructed. These scopes can usually be done at the same time as the general inspection but buy a separate contractor.

Radon testing is performed on most homes that have contact with the ground, be it a basement, crawl space or slab on ground.

The test equipment will have to be in place for a least 48 hours. In most cases your home inspector can do the test.

Heating and air-conditioning systems and roofs are typically covered in a general home inspection. However, if your inspector suspects there are problems or if the systems are older they may suggest an evaluation by a system specific professional.

If you are purchasing and older home and plan on doing renovations you may want to have some things tested for asbestos. Homes built between 1930 and 1950 may have insulation that contains asbestos as well as those with ceiling texture done prior to 1978.

Asbestos in a home is not hazardous if it is not disturbed.

Surface sampling for mold may be useful to determine if an area suspected of having mold has been adequately cleaned or remediated.

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The Conservatory at Somerset Meadows, a custom home community in southwest Longmont

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Summerlin is located at Summerlin Drive, just west of Airport Road and south of Glenneyre Drive in southwest Longmont.

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ome buyers looking for large private lots, expansive views, inspired custom designs and the perfect Boulder County location, take notice.

Bosch Real Estate Group and Masterwork Home Company have just announced the opening of their newest custom home community, The Conservatory at Somerset Meadows. Generous home sites back to a large conservation easement, ensuring that these homes will have amazing privacy and permanent, beautiful views.

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The views and the privacy are unmatched.” Your family can stretch out on lots that range from .25 to .4 acres. Custom homes at The Conservatory at Somerset Meadows showcase extensive luxury features and are priced from $1 million to $1.4 million.

Summerlin offers estate living at its finest Bosch Real Estate Group is also offering newly released lots in Summerlin, an exceptional luxury home community located only a mile from shopping and 10 minutes from Boulder. Summerlin home sites range from .75 acres to a sprawling 1.4 acres. Just eighteen custom homes are being

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As a full-service custom homebuilder, Masterwork partners one-on-one with home buyers from the initial concept through choosing the fixtures and finishes, to the final delivery of your new home. “Just bring us your design inspiration photos, and we can create a home to your exact specifications,” says company owner, David Boschert.

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Masterwork Home Company partners with MQ Architecture and Design, known for their ability to take your design inspirations and turn them into a one-of-a-kind home that reflects your personality and taste. The builder will also work seamlessly with an architect of your choice to create your new custom home.

Why we chose Masterwork Home Company Masterwork is dedicated to building communities in picturesque settings where luxury meets convenience, and where neighbors become lifelong friends.

Longstanding Reputation Custom home builder in Longmont, Boulder and Boulder County for over 15 years. Choose from Masterwork home sites, or build on your lot.

Architectural Design Each and every custom home is carefully and professionally designed by a renowned architect using a state-of-the art 3D design system allowing Masterwork clients to virtually live in their new home even before construction begins, eliminating most of the guess-work out of the design process.

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Custom Home Designs and 100% Flexibility Masterwork Home Company is rarity in today’s homebuilding market – a true custom home builder. That means that Masterwork clients get 100% flexibility to design each and every detail to craft a home that exactly fits their sense of style, taste and budget. Of the custom home process, Brian Terry says, “Our clients are very savvy. They appreciate great architecture and design in their home. They have a vision for how a home should feel and live, and Masterwork and our architects make that vision come to life. It is fun and rewarding process.”

To arrange a private viewing of the lots in Summerlin or The Conservatory at Somerset Meadows, or to discuss the homebuilding process, please contact Brian Terry or Ronda Connolly. Brian can be reach at 303.845.0949 or by e-mail at bterry@boschland.com.

Contact Ronda Connolly at 303.746.5040, or by e-mail at rconnolly@boschland.com.

To learn more about Bosch Real Estate and the Masterwork Home Company, visit: BoschRealEstateGroup.com – MasterworkHomeCompany.com – Bosch Real Estate Group

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HOME DECOR

The top hotel decor trends and how to bring them back home

By Meghan Rooney Domaine (TNS) Thanks to social media, we’re now able to travel the world with a few scrolls through an Instagram feed – vicariously, of course. And when it comes to styling, luxury resorts and eclectic boutique accommodations have become more than just a place to stay but more of an aspirational lifestyle as a whole.

To help incorporate the luxurious designs of some of the most popular hotels and resorts popping up on your social screens, we’ve enlisted the help of designer Liubasha Rose, of Rose Ink Workshop, to introduce us to the current trends that can easily translate to the home, as well. Her resume speaks for itself: Rose is the designer behind the insanely chic 1 Hotel South Beach, as well as the redesign of swoon-worthy The Riviera in Palm Springs. To say she knows a thing or two about how to nail down luxury design is an understatement.

For us, Rose identified a few of the top design trends currently happening in the hotel scene _ from taking a spiritual lighting approach to embracing the look and feel of a community space. Below she points out the refreshing decor ideas that will give your home a vacation from the ordinary.

Sacred space This trend is all about creating a healthier relationship with your space – whether it’s your home or office. Rose explains, “There has been a huge boom of green (mindful) design in the last few years with the reach of 1 Hotels, and other brands focused on sustainability. I think as the trends of wellness and connection to nature grow, it will shift to a more mystical place. Whether through the agrarian magic of plants or the ancient use of attuned crystals for charging spacial energies – creating sacred spaces that touch the mind, body and soul will become highly sought after.”

The theme focuses on cultivating energy through charged crystal accessories or by incorporating a wellness aspect through your decor that 12

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will accomplish this “sacred” aspect on a personal level. As Rose notes, “Sacred space is actually most effective in the home or workspace because, through constant interaction, it will have the longest lasting healing impact. For instance, with our lighting line Stone & Rose, we use natural crystal quartz to create constellations that are attuned to the clients’ energetic needs and desires. We charged the Sagittarius constellation I designed for a penthouse in South Beach to channel the qualities of optimism, discovery, travel and an exploration into the meaning of life. By re-creating the formation of a constellation, we are bringing the connection to the cosmos into the home or workspace and infusing the environment with the intentions and values that our clients want in their life.”

Another way to incorporate this trend is by inviting living and breathing elements of decor, like plants, to adorn the space, functioning as art and nature at the same time. Rose provides, “We often collaborate with Plant the Future, based in Miami, to incorporate biophilia by fusing design, architecture and art with nature.”

Get the look: Crystal votives or stone-inspired accessories invite an earthy and spiritual element into your space, even if it’s just a candle or a single light fixture.

Maximalism With maximalism, there’s no such thing as going overboard when it comes to matching or opposing prints and layers.

“For recent Rose Ink Workshop interiors, we’ve been layering with patterned wallpaper and an eclectic mix of fabrics, furniture, and art. I think this trend will push even deeper and it seems like it’s actually the highly layered and styled residential projects, which are getting attention on social media, are influencing hospitality design.”

How to accomplish this on your own? Rose explains, “In the home, this trend can be most visible in exuberant trims and layers of colors and patterns. A bold wallpaper that matches patterned drapery with an embellished

It’s important to keep your home a sacred space. (Photo: Dreamstime)

seating group on top of a textured rug. And it feels like we will be seeing the classic ‘WASP’ look, using the same fabric or pattern on drapery, upholstery, and outdoor furniture.”

Get the look: Introduce a powerful, bold print whether it’s in the wallpaper, pillows, or curtains, and keep it as a recurring theme throughout the room.

Community Today, we’re more accustomed to the idea of a shared space and much more comfortable with the community feel versus privacy.

The recent popularity of Airbnb rentals and bunk-bedded hotel accommodations have certainly helped trigger this movement.

As Rose explains, “If you’re living in New York City or any other high-rent metropolis, you won’t be surprised by the trend towards micro-living and spacesharing in the home. For one, it’s economically effective and leaves a smaller footprint.”

This trend gives an open feel to your space, which invites a community aspect – even if it’s in the privacy of your own home.

“From co-working to co-living and even co-creating – the millennial generation is all about being better together.”

Get the look: An open kitchen or a room that accommodates the gathering of a group welcomes this trend into your own space.

Throw a few floor pillows down around a large round coffee table to incite conversation or stack the kitchen counter with glasses and beverages for easy access for all.

Fur real Fortunately, this trend can be accomplished without the use of real fur since faux accessories are now more popular within the mass market. As Rose notes, “The use of real fur is more shunned than ever, but we are seeing many

options for excellent faux fur and shag fabrics.”

With the use of pillows, cushions and throws, this trend brings a more diverse layered look to any room by adding tactile texture to even a sparse space.

“For a few years, Mongolian fur pillows and rugs were extremely popular, but this trend is morphing from a ‘furry accessory’ to a furry statement piece. I think faux-fur ball pillows layered on top of a textured sofa will become the of the moment look.”

Get the look: Scatter a few small faux-fur pillows or one large one on your sofa and incorporate a shaggy throw in the bedroom to bring this hotel-inspired look home.

Curved and sculptural furniture The rise of rounded furniture and accessories is apparent thanks to trend-setting destinations like Sketch London, where the upholstered tulip chair is queen.

We’re anxious to take a round approach when refreshing the decor in our own homes to reflect the modern yet refined look.

Rose adds a bit more context behind the trend: “After the passing Vladimir Kagan last year, we began seeing curved, sculptural case goods and upholstery make its way to the mainstream.

Sensuous shapes are finding their way into collections and retailers who have shown square and tailored lines for years. Bring on the bean-shaped sofa!”

Get the look: Take the edge off by investing rounded armchairs and sofas, even just by incorporating circular accessories like a carpet or pillow.

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.

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Broken limbs and broken hearts BOULDER COUNTY – The late May snow storm and freeze is going to be felt for a while. Breaking tree limbs and gardeners’ hearts, that CAROL wallop froze O’MEARA buds, fruit, Colorado State vegetables, and University Extension flowers that had all of us eager for summer. Many people are trying to put their split trees back together again.

Freeze damages new growth on plants in different ways. In some cases, the entire leaf and stem might be left blackened and dead; in other cases just the edges of the leaves are killed. If you notice odd leaves, strange spots, or deformed flowers it could due to freeze.

Harder to spot are the plants that are killed. Yes, a shriveled blackened tomato plant is probably a goner, but perennials can look like that yet still have energy to send out new growth.

Give them a couple of weeks

before remembering them with bagpipes, songs, and toasts, because they might just bounce back. Once they do, prune off frost-killed tissue.

Trees that had their leaves frozen not once, but twice in the past couple of storms need to be watched and coddled this summer. Often trees have stored energy to push new leaves should they lose their first set. But after losing two sets of leaves trees can use up energy that could compromise them should anything else defoliate them. If our summer dries out, water them and keep pests from munching a lot of their leaves. Hold off on fertilizing; that encourages top growth but roots need time to recover.

As you continue the cleanup, please note that we don’t recommend that split or broken trunks and branches be glued, duct taped, screwed, cabled, stapled, super-glued, tied, propped, cemented or banded back onto the tree. This can lead to a very hazardous situation.

Pruning off the torn branches and cleaning up wound sites is

the best answer for damaged trees. If the trunk bark is torn, take a sharp knife and clean the torn bark from the tree, leaving a smooth edge to the wound. We don’t recommend any wound paint - the tree will seal that area itself, and wound paint would only lock disease organisms or water into the wound.

If people are doing their own tree cleanup, we always emphasize safety and encourage people to be cautious on ladders or when climbing a tree. Look before you climb to see if any hazards, such as power lines, are in the way.

If possible, trim branches to leave a clean cut, making sure you follow the three steps for proper pruning (which prevent bark tears): 1. Twelve inches away from trunk or from where you want the prune to be, make your first cut on the underside of the branch, sawing upwards through one-third of the branch.

2. One-inch outward from the undercut, saw downwards through branch. At the point of no return, the weight of the branch will snap

the limb, but the undercut will stop bark tearing of the tree.

3. Make your last cut just outside the branch collar, the spot where branch and trunk join. Often, you can see a slight swelling at this point.

Find a diagram of this pruning method at PlantTalk Colorado planttalk.colostate.edu.

If you’re not sure if your tree is a goner, contact an arborist to assess it. Those with less damage should be cleaned up, then have close attention to care over the winter. Water them if we’re dry, and keep them healthy.

Colorado State University Extension, together with Boulder County Parks and Open Space, provides unbiased, research-based information about consumer and family issues, horticulture, natural resources, agriculture and 4-H youth development. For more information contact Extension at the Boulder County Fairgrounds, 9595 Nelson Rd., Box B, Longmont, 303.678.6238, e-mail comeara@bouldercounty.org or visit ext.colostate.edu/boulder.

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OpenHomes Quick Guide

City

Open House Date

Open House Street Time

Price

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

Agent

Company

Phone

Boulder

Sunday

12pm-2pm

8272 Kincross Drive

$675,000

Jay Kalinski/Heather Hawkins

RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.

303-489-1050

Boulder

Saturday

11:30am-2pm

1229 Kalmia Ave.

$749,000

Barry Remington

WK Real Estate

720-373-9297

Boulder

Sunday

12pm-2pm

4760 Cheyenne Ct

$789,000

Barb Silverman

LIV Sotheby's International Realty

303-886-5329

Boulder

Sunday

12pm-2pm

2495 Glenwood Drive

$834,900

Bill Allen

RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.

303-570-9814

Boulder

Saturday

12pm-2pm

1035 Utica Avenue

$859,000

Terry Larson

RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.

303-589-3028

Boulder

Saturday

12pm-2pm

3765 Silver Plume Lane

$900,000

Jay Kalinski/Heather Hawkins

RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.

303-489-1050

Boulder

Sunday

1pm-4pm

4522 13th St., Unit 6H

$925,000

Michael Rebich

RE/MAX of Boulder

303-478-3207

Boulder

Saturday

10am-12pm

1205 Hawthorn Ave

$1,049,000

Kim Dunning

Coldwell Banker

303-588-6037

Boulder

Sunday

1:30pm-3:30pm

2320 Panorama Ave

$1,275,000

Barb Passalacqua

RE/MAX Alliance

303-931-6673

Boulder

Sunday

1pm-3pm

2890 Stanford Ave

$1,998,000

Kim Hullett

RE/MAX Alliance on Walnut

303-748-3336

Boulder

Sunday

12pm-2pm

2176 Riverside Ln

$2,300,000

Jim Thomas

RE/MAX Alliance

720-317-9621

Boulder

Sunday

1pm-4pm

8812 Lakeside Ct

$2,300,000

Tom Precourt

RE/MAX Alliance on Walnut

303-921-9080

Boulder

Daily

11am-5pm

3092 Big Horn St

$1M +

Roz Giannasi Pinon

Markel Homes: Kalmia38, Northfield Village & Northfield Commons

303-442-0309

Erie

Saturday

1pm-4pm

788 Dinosaur Dr

$574,900

Sean Gilliam

RE/MAX Alliance

970-313-6706

Erie

Sunday

1pm-3m

788 Dinosaur Dr

$574,900

Tonya Deiter

RE/MAX Alliance

303-588-6905

Lafayette

Saturday

12pm-3pm

2239 Evening Star Ln

$820,000

Brian MacDonald

Coldwell Banker Residential

303-915-9126

Longmont

Saturday

11am-1pm

1601 Great Western Dr #M2

$250,000

Kit Magley

RE/MAX Alliance

303-775-5177 303-881-4525

Longmont

Sunday

11am-1pm

1601 Great Western Dr #M2

$250,000

Laurell Richey

RE/MAX Alliance

Longmont

Wednesday

12pm-3pm

1379 Charles Dr. E-4

$426,208

Jeremy Johnson

RE/MAX Alliance

970-313-6166

Longmont

Sunday

12pm-2pm

818 Gay Street

$449,900

Bill Allen

RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.

303-570-9814

Longmont

Saturday

11am-2pm

929 Sparrow Hawk Drive

$449,900

Deanna Dyer

Dyer Realty, Inc.

303-882-9010

Longmont

Saturday

12pm-3pm

971 Champion Cir

$475,000

Lee Hart

Goodacre and Co

720 938-2151

Longmont

Saturday

11am-3pm

1922 Rannoch Dr

$478,500

Pat Kahler

RE/MAX Alliance

303-589-5752

Longmont

Saturday

11am-3pm

1922 Rannoch Drive

$478,500

Pat Kahler

RE/MAX Alliance

303-589-5752

Longmont

Saturday & Sunday

1pm-4pm

9390 Cottonwood Circle

$592,000

Barbara Runge

Coldwell Banker

303-775-3329

Longmont

Saturday

11am-1pm

1024 Confidence Dr

$799,555

Suzy Williamson

RE/MAX Alliance

720-491-9885

Longmont

Sunday

12pm-2pm

3904 Glenn Eyre Drive

$1,195,000

Chris Haught

WK Real Estate

303-947-4074

Longmont

Daily

11am-5pm

918 Half Measures Dr.

$600k+

Marlita Lazo

Markel Homes: Prospect NewTown

303-522-7928

Longmont

Thursday & Friday

12pm-4pm

1522 Moonlight Drive

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

Tim Shea/Stan Meade

Pedal To Properties

303-819-1371/ 303-817-7777

Longmont

Saturday & Sunday

12pm-5pm

1522 Moonlight Drive

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

Tim Shea/Stan Meade

Pedal To Properties

303-819-1371/ 303-817-7777

Louisville

Sunday

1pm-3pm

1167 Summit View

$644,500

Mark Remington

WK Real Estate

303-489-8054

Louisville

Saturday

12pm-2pm

1167 Summit View Drive

$644,500

Judy Pitt

WK Real Estate

303-324-4747

Louisville

Wednesday-Monday

11am-5pm

1805 Blue Star Lane Model Home

$600k's+

Michele Steward

Markel Homes - North End

303-604-9196

Louisville

Saturday

1pm-3pm

731 Nighthawk Circle

$575,000

John Hinkelman

8z Real Estate

303-818-2344

Duane Penny

Coldwell Banker Longmont Residential

970-290-2220

Loveland

Saturday & Sunday

12:30am-2:30pm

6 Namaqua Ct.

$435,000

Niwot

Sunday

1:30pm-3pm

7735 Manila Place

$560,000

Andrew Muller

RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.

303-434-6633

Superior

Sunday

11:30am-3pm

498 Eaton Circle

$699,000

Barry Remington

WK Real Estate

720-373-9297

Thornton

Sunday

11am- 1pm

1576 E 101st Ave

$445,000

Mia Ness

Colorado Landmark, Realtors

720-273-7567

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

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open Homes

athomecolorado.com Thursday-Sat 10-6 & Sun 12-6 2433 Steppe Drive, Longmont

$418,580 Home will be complete in August. DR Horton Express homes in Prairie Village! Open floor plan, central A/C, full landscaping and vinyl fencing included. Great price for the square footage in Boulder County! Model at 161 Peppler Dr. MLS#9095859 Kathy Beck 970-213-8475

Brandi Garifi 720-291-0899

Thurs-Sat 10-6/Sun 12-6

Model Home Located at 1522 Moonlight Drive, Longmon

474 Homestead Pkwy, Longmont

$400,000

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

New home with DR Horton Express Builder in Prairie Village. You will love this open 5 bed, 4 bath floor plan with large kitchen island, large walk in pantry, 9’ ceilings on the main floor, convenient guest suite on the main floor. Model at 161 Peppler Dr. MLS#6556276

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

Kathy Beck 970-213-8475

Brandi Garifi 720-291-0899

OPEN SATURDAY 10AM-12PM

Tues-Sat 10-6 & Sun 12-6

7982 Liley Ave., Frederick $349,000

5900 Riverbluff Drive, Timnath

$820,000 Model home not for sale. Enjoy luxury, convenience and an abundance of amenities in beautiful Summerfields Estates. Stunning 4 bed, 5 bath ranch-style home backing to a greenbelt! Private covered patio, dramatic ceilings, 8’ interior doors, a spectacular gourmet kitchen.

MLS#1963765

Great 2650 sq foot 2 story 4 bedroom 3 bathroom with a rare walkout basement! Backs to a greenbelt and open space. Upgrades throughout the home and very well maintained. Recently replaced hot water heater and kitchen appliances. A must see!

Kathy Beck 970-213-8475

Brent Sommervold • Equity Colorado • 303-435-3272

Brandi Garifi 720-291-0899

Open Saturday 11AM-3PM 929 Sparrow Hawk Dr, Longmont $449,900

Open Saturday 12pm - 3pm 971 Champion Cir, Longmont

$475,000 Low maintenance patio home with private fenced yard. Many interior updates and full finished basement.

Convenient Southwest Longmont location.

Move in now! Immaculate, spacious home that backs to HOA owned greenbelt in Quail Crossing. Main floor bedroom and bath; 4 bedrooms upstairs, 2 full baths up. Wood floors in entry and kitchen, vaulted ceilings in living room. Pull out shelving and double ovens in kitchen.

Unfinished basement gives you room to grow.

LEE HART

DEANNA DYER DYER REALTY, INC. 303-772-3200 office • 303-882-9010 cell

Cell: 720-938-2151 Office: 303-449-3434

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

$427,420 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 Milavec 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 MAY 26-27, 2017

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A simple blue nursery creates an inviting feel. (Photo: TNS)

DESIGN RECIPES

10 tips for affordable nursery design

By Cathy Hobbs, Tribune News Service (TNS) Nursery design doesn’t have to break the bank.

There are a number of costsaving and creative ideas to create a nursery that is inviting, warm and friendly.

When it comes to creating a nursery on a budget, here are some top Design Recipes tips.

Paint. Painting remains one of the most affordable ways to decorate a space. From strips to stencils and accent walls, have a little fun with it!

Use stickers. Wall art is one of the most popular ways to decorate a nursery and one of the easiest.

Wall sticker art can range from the simplistic to the elaborate, and best of all, it’s removable.

Consider going organic.

Organic choices from crib materials to cotton fabrics are not only healthy for the environment, but for your baby, too.

Go DIY. What could be better than items you make yourself from quilts and pillows to natural wood furniture pieces? If you are handy, making some of your own furniture and accessories can be a fun and healthy choice.

Infuse color and texture. From rugs to toss pillows and even accessories, consider layering the decor of your nursery with interesting accents.

Add greenery. Plants and trees are affordable ways to decorate a nursery that also help create a healthy environment as well.

Milk-painted furniture is perfect for repurposing pieces for the nursery. (Photo: TNS)

Repurpose and recycle. Instead of buying a new rocking chair, why not convert your favorite chair into a rocker for your new nursery?

Create a mobile. Mobiles remain a constant in nurseries and can make for a delightfully creative DIY project.

Go green. From bamboo rugs to zero VOC paints, incorporating healthy materials and finishes don’t necessarily have to break the bank.

Consider citrus colors such as yellow, green and orange. These colors will help brighten your space and also blend well with other colors.

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.

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Boulder Area Real Estate Statistics April 2017

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

AtHomeColorado.com/Rentals Complex Name

Address

Type

Rent

Bed/Bath

Description

Other Amenities

Information

Hover Manor Senior Apartment Residence

1401 Elmhurst Drive, Longmont

Senior Living

$905/$910 per month

1 Bed, 1 Bath

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

Furnished, pet friendly, laundry facility

303.772.9292; hovercommunity.org

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720-629-0707

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