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How To Make Your Offer More Appealing

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

If you do find that perfect home, here are a few ways that you can make your offer more appealing to sellers in a competitive real estate market.

Buying a rental property when a baby is born is a great option to save for college.

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ATHOMECOLORADO.COM CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Michaela Phillips Duane Duggan Suzanne Plewes Holden Lewis Mary Huffman Ed Del Grande Carol O’Meara Stacy Cornay Moria Woodruff Maureen Gilmer Rick Jacquemard Paul Pogue Mary Carol Garrity Cathy Hobbs ADVERTISING CONSULTANTS Thais Hafer, Toni McNeill Mary Romano ADVERTISING FEATURES COORDINATOR Greg Stone At Home is an Advertising Feature published by the Boulder Daily Camera and Longmont Times-Call. ©2017 Prairie Mountain Media.

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Closing a loan in the name of an LLC Closing a residential loan in the name of an LLC isn’t easy. Simply put, lenders want to lend to people, not to legally-protected companies.

MICHAELA But potential PHILLIPS homeowners set Guaranteed Rate, Inc. on this idea do have some options, with certain options possessing more risk than others.

What is an LLC? LLC stands for limited liability company; it’s a business structured to combine the limited liability of a corporation with the taxation of a sole proprietorship.

When a business is an LLC, it becomes its own legal entity.

In some states, LLCs must be formed before people can offer certain services (such as medical services). Yet, even when not required, forming an LLC is often necessary in order to protect the personal assets of the company’s owner. LLCs are responsible for their own debts and legal matters; individual possessions (such as the owner’s life savings) are untouchable.

LLCs aren’t the only way business owners can protect themselves; a blanket liability insurance policy offers protection, too. This is a single policy that covers more than one property type (either at the same location or multiple locations).

LLCs and lending Turning a company into an LLC makes sense in the eyes of any businessman or woman. It’s smart: LLCs equate to protection.

But mortgage lenders have grown hesitant to close loans in the name of an LLC because this

Closing a residential loan in the name of an LLC isn’t easy. But potential homeowners set on this idea do have some options, with certain options possessing more risk than others. (Photo: Pixabay)

protection extends to foreclosure and makes it more difficult for a bank to reclaim property in default.

The options of closing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the two entities that dominate the residential market, don’t allow loans to close in the name of LLCs because LLCs don’t qualify on their own. This makes it hard to procure lending, but not impossible.

Some borrowers opt to borrow in their own names and then, after closing, put the title under the name of the LLC. Technically, this voids the deed of trust; you’re allowed to add someone to the title but you’re not allowed to remove the original qualifier.

If the deed of trust is voided, lenders can require the borrower to pay off the entire mortgage.

Anyone considering this should consult a lawyer first.

Closing a commercial loan on a residential property can also be done. In the past, the higher interest rate on commercial loans – up to 2% higher – prohibited this. Today’s commercial rates are much more comparable to residential ones.

Closing a residential loan in the name of an LLC is tricky, but there are a few options for those set on doing it. As mentioned above, anyone hoping to get creative with the process should consider the legal ramifications before signing on the dotted line.

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

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Real estate as a college savings account The following article is a summary of content from the book, “Realtor for Life,” written by Duane Duggan.

Buying a rental property when a baby is born is a great way to save for college.

If you buy a rental property with a 15-year mortgage when your child is DUANE born, it will be DUGGAN paid off and Realtor and Author you’ll have three RE/MAX of Boulder extra years to decide how to use this investment by the time your child is 18 and ready to go to college. The property could be sold, the taxes paid, and gains from the sale used as cash for college. Or, you could refinance it to pull cash out – taxfree – and use the cash for college.

You could even keep the property free and clear to rent out, and just use the monthly cash flow to pay for college expenses. In many cases, if your child decides to stay in town to attend college, she or he may actually live in the house or property during college and

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rent out any extra rooms to roommates.

Hindsight is always perfect, but for example, if you bought a home in the Baseline subdivision in Boulder just east of the University in 1999 when your child was born, you would have paid approximately $200,000.

When the child turned 18 in 2017, the home would be worth about $525,000 and you would have no loan on it. You would be able to use the options stated above. Right now, the homes in that neighborhood rent for about $1,800 to $2,200 per month. You would need to pay for mortgage, taxes, insurance and maintenance expenses, however the remaining cash flow could go towards monthly college expenses.

In the early years of the 15-year mortgage, there probably would not be enough rent to cover the whole mortgage payment. You might investigate other financing options, such as the 30-year mortgage, to help with cash flow in the early years of ownership,

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but then use mortgage acceleration techniques that I mentioned in my previous articles and at boulderco.com to be sure the mortgage is paid off by the time college starts.

Duane Duggan has been a Realtor for RE/MAX of Boulder in Colorado since 1982 and has facilitated over 2,500 transactions over his career, the vast majority from repeat and referred clients.

He has been awarded two of the highest honors bestowed by RE/ MAX International: the Lifetime Achievement Award and the Circle of Legends Award. Living the life of a Realtor and being immersed in real estate led to the inception of his book, Realtor for Life.

For questions, e-mail Duane at duaneduggan@boulderco.com or call 303.441.5611.

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How to make your offer more appealing You’ve probably heard how hot the real estate market is around the country.

Colorado is certainly experiencing low inventory and high SUZANNE demand for PLEWES homes. Such RE/MAX Alliance conditions lead to multiple offer scenarios, which can be a bit frustrating for buyers who are desperately searching for a home.

If you do find that perfect home, here are a few ways that you can make your offer more appealing to sellers.

Match their preferences Before preparing an offer, ask your agent to check with the sellers on their preferred closing date and other terms. Is the seller looking to close quickly? Or do they need an extended period of time before closing. Matching your offer to their preferences or offering flexibility will definitely make your offer more appealing.

Tighten up deadlines There are several deadlines in a standard offer. It often includes a deadline for home inspection and mortgage commitment. Shortening these deadlines will improve your offer. Sellers always want to know sooner rather than later that you are able to move forward with the home purchase. These deadlines are major milestones in the home purchase process, so sooner dates are always appealing.

Remove contingencies There is also the option to eliminate certain contingencies.

For example, you can waive the right to an inspection.

This approach does come with risks. You should only remove contingencies if you fully understand the risk and feel comfortable with doing so.

Include a letter Sellers often look at the raw facts when reviewing offers. Each is, on the surface, a series of numbers of dates. However, you can add a personal aspect to your offer by including a personal letter that tells the seller a little bit about you and your family. Of course, you will also want to mention how much you absolutely love the home. In cases where your offer is dramatically lower than others, a letter may not make a huge difference. However, if competing offers are close in price, a personal touch can make a world of difference.

Other ways to make your offer appealing to sellers Every home and every situation is unique. It important to discuss strategy with your real estate agent. He/she can help position your offer in the best possible light and improve your chances for success.

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

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Mortgage rates skid to 6-month low at beginning of homebuying season

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By Holden Lewis Bankrate.com (TNS) Mortgage rates don’t get much better than this. Not recently, anyway. Rates for home loans fell this week to their lowest level since just after the presidential election. You couldn’t ask for better timing: As homebuying season heats up, mortgage rates are at six-month lows, making it a good time to apply for a home loan.

Increasing numbers of first-timers The ongoing decline in mortgage rates is particularly welcome news for first-time homebuyers, who have been stepping it up this year. They made up 60 percent of homebuyers who got mortgages in February, according to the Urban Institute. Five years earlier, the first-time buyers’ share was 57 percent. The rise of first-timers is slow but sure.

The average first-time buyer makes a down payment of nine percent. For those getting Federal Housing Administration-insured loans, it’s 4.5 percent. As you would expect, first-timers buy less-expensive homes than repeat buyers.

Mortgage rates this week The benchmark 30-year fixedrate mortgage fell this week to 4.09 percent from 4.13 percent, according to Bankrate’s weekly

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survey of large lenders. A year ago, it was 3.81 percent. Four weeks ago, the rate was 4.18 percent. The 30-year fixed-rate average for this week is 0.35 percentage points below the 52week high of 4.44 percent, and is 0.57 percentage points above the 52-week low of 3.52 percent.

The 30-year fixed mortgages in this week’s survey had an average total of 0.23 discount and origination points.

Over the past 52 weeks, the 30-year fixed has averaged 3.96 percent. This week’s rate is 0.13 percentage points higher than the 52-week average.

– The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage fell to 3.31 percent from 3.32 percent.

– The 5/1 adjustable-rate mortgage fell to 3.41 percent from 3.42 percent.

– The 30-year fixed-rate jumbo mortgage fell to 4.02 percent from 4.06 percent.

At the current 30-year fixed rate, you’ll pay $482.62 for every $100,000 you borrow, down from $484.94 last week.

At the current 15-year fixed rate, you’ll pay $705.59 for every $100,000 you borrow, down from $706.08 last week.

At the current 5/1 ARM rate, you’ll pay $444.04 for every $100,000 you borrow, down from $444.59 last week.

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How to keep your patio furniture looking fabulous Outdoor living is one Colorado’s top perks. To make the most of it, your outdoor furniture needs to be worthy of center stage, but the Colorado MARY sun, wind and HUFFMAN temperature RE/MAX of Boulder fluctuations quickly degrade items left outside.

Maintenance is the key to keeping your outdoor furniture looking fabulous, whether you just bought new furniture or need to refurbish last year’s.

Try these easy maintenance tips recommended by Install It Direct and Outdoor Elegance.

Cleaning Clean regularly even if your furniture is new or already looks clean. Every two weeks use a cleaning method suited for the type of furniture.

For aluminum, vinyl and

smudges can be wiped away with rubbing alcohol.

Maintenance is the key to keeping your outdoor furniture looking fabulous, whether you just bought new furniture or need to refurbish last year’s. (Photo: RE/MAX of Boulder)

plastic, scrub gently with hot, soapy water. Then rinse with the hose and let it sun dry.

If your furniture is wooden, use plain water without soap. To loosen dirt, spray with a hose and then wipe with a clean sponge.

Then, spray again and let dry.

Canvas can be cleaned with upholstery cleaner. Since you’re washing outside, protect streams by washing on the grass instead of the driveway. Choose a brand

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that won’t harm your grass and follow the directions on the can.

Glass tabletops Glass tables are popular, but to look good, the glass must be clean. Cut through grease and grime with everyday glass cleaner or a little vinegar and warm water. Remove melted wax by first softening with a hair dryer and then scraping it off the glass with a card. Any remaining

The power tool: pressure washing Pressure washers are the miracle of outdoor cleaning. The spray is strong, so use caution.

A low setting is suitable for most furniture. When using a power washer, detergent is usually not needed unless fabric stains are stubborn. If detergent is needed, avoid discoloration by selecting a cleaner suited for the material and always read the label before use.

The super hero: paste wax Metal furniture is strong and durable, but metal rusts. Get a jump on preventing rust spots by applying paste wax.

Begin a regular paste wax regime when your furniture is new. Then, simply reapply after washings.

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ASK THE CONTRACTOR away. Scrub rust away with a wire brush. Be sure to remove all of the rust, but don’t scrub the metal that is rust-free. The wire brush can damage the finish, which would allow more rusting to begin.

Periodic inspection is the key to managing rust. When spring begins, look closely at your patio furniture. Then, check it again throughout the season.

Detect mildew early Even in Colorado’s dry climate, mildew can form and leave stains and odors on fabric. To detect mildew early, periodically sniff your cushions and pillows for mildew odors. If you detect mildew, promptly clean fabric with a cleaning solution of threefourths cup bleach added to one gallon of water and rinse with cold water. Test a hidden area of the fabric for bleaching or staining before washing the fabric.

Cover furniture all year long Whether you buy custom

furniture covers or use a tarp, it pays to cover your furniture throughout the year. Custom covers can be ordered online or at your favorite outdoor home goods store.

If you use a tarp, plastic will work, but vinyl is usually better.

Any fabric used for covering furniture should be waterproof and breathable. Tarps can be tied down with a bungee cord and corners secured s with stones, bricks or cinder blocks.

Stow away for winter Colorado’s cold winters, ice and snow can damage outdoor furniture. Store furniture in a shed, garage or basement, or rent a storage shed for the winter.

The protection from the elements can be worth the expense.

Read the full article at installitdirect.com/blog/ patio-furniture-maintenance.

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By Ed Del Grande Tribune News Service (TNS) Q: Dear Ed: In my kitchen, I have very old tile countertops with an undermount cast-iron kitchen sink that is leaking. It looks like the best option is to replace the sink and tiles and start new. I’m looking into new sinks, and my question is: What is the difference between undermount cast-iron kitchen sinks and tile-in cast-iron kitchen sinks? – Pete, Rhode Island A: I receive a lot of questions about older kitchen sinks, and in many cases it is a good idea to start fresh.

Today’s undermount cast-iron sinks have a wide, flat rim and are designed to mount beneath your kitchen countertop. These sinks are best used with solid surface and stone countertops.

Now, if you’re planning to reinstall tile for your countertop, a tile-in cast-iron sink is a good choice. A tile-in sink is specially

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designed to be installed in a tile kitchen countertop. It has a square rim with a straight flat edge made to the thickness of most tiles. Your countertop tiles butt right up to the edge of this rim. Basically the sink is like a big tile.

Bottom line: If you plan on installing a tile kitchen countertop, a tile-in kitchen sink may be your best laid plan.

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

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June is pollinator month BOULDER COUNTY – One of the best parts of being a gardener is that I’m never alone.

In the quiet of the morning or heat of noon, there’s a buzz CAROL of activity that O’MEARA surrounds Colorado State and uplifts University Extension me whenever I spend time out there. Dodging past butterflies clumsily flitting about, bees zipping from flower to flower, and making way for beetles muscling their way around remind me that a large part of the garden is the life within.

I can’t imagine a garden without it and neither can Governor Hickenlooper who, mindful of the contributions and importance of our tiny neighbors, declared June Colorado’s Pollinator Month.

“This month we celebrate and honor the small but mighty bee,” said Gov. John Hickenlooper.

“Bees, and other pollinators, are crucial for our ecosystem and the starting point of the food chain that serves countless species, including humans! The out-sized work of bees makes them truly fantastic creatures.”

The designation is part of a larger effort by the People and Pollinators Action Network and the Colorado Pollinator Network to raise awareness for the bees, beetles, butterflies, moths, hummingbirds and flies that spread

love around plants.

“At Boulder County we understand the critical importance of raising awareness for pollinators and their role in our environment,” said Boulder County Commissioner Deb Gardner. “Pollinators are essential to agriculture and Open Space ecosystems and are an important part of creating a more sustainable Boulder County. We encourage community members to take part in some, or all, of the fascinating Pollinator Month activities and events taking place across the county throughout the month of June.”

Says Jessica Goldstrohm, co-chair of the Education and Outreach Workgroup of the Colorado Pollinator Network with Amanda Accamando: “We’re showcasing pollinators so people can engage with them, personally connecting with them through observation in their own yards.”

Events planned throughout the month are designed to help people learn to recognize and observe their pollinators, which are more than just honeybees. “We have over 950 native bees in Colorado, which are different than honeybees that were originally brought over from Europe. About 70-percent of the natives nest underground; they live with us in our yards without us knowing,” said Goldstrohm.

Native bees are important in the pollination of crops such as squash, tomatoes, or eggplant, according to The Bee’s Needs website, part of the University of Colorado’s Museum of Natural

June is Colorado’s Pollinator Month. The designation is part of a larger effort by the People and Pollinators Action Network and the Colorado Pollinator Network to raise awareness for the bees, beetles, butterflies, moths, hummingbirds and flies that spread love around plants. (Photo: Shutterstock).

History, beesneeds.colorado.edu.

These crops aren’t pollinated by honeybees.

If a lack of eggplant doesn’t motivate you to help protect pollinators, consider other things they bring us: coffee, vanilla and chocolate. How can you help keep pollinators happy? Plant flowers, says Goldstrohm.

“There’s not enough food in the landscape. In urban settings, there are a lot of green lawns but not flowers. Most bees only travel 250 to 1500 feet to get food,” she said.

Check out the list of bee-friendly plants on her website, the Bee’s Waggle, thebeeswaggle.wordpress. com/2017/05/03/coloradopollinator-garden.

Remember that pesticides, especially insecticides, can harm pollinators, so go easy on them and avoid broad spectrum sprays.

Read and follow the label on any product, paying attention to restriction on applying to plants in bloom.

“People are open to the idea of protecting pollinators and our state can be an example of how to do it,” Goldstrohm said. Throughout June, Colorado museums, libraries, businesses, gardens and farmer’s markets will be hosting pollinator activities and events. To see a complete list of Pollinator Month events and to find out how you can support pollinators, visit coloradopollinatormonth.com.

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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Rocky Mountain Sod Growers partners with Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District

By Stacy Cornay, Rocky Mountain Sod Growers LONGMONT – Officials with the Rocky Mountain Sod Growers (RMSG) and the Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District (NCWCD) recently announced a partnership between the two organizations.

“Sod growers know that the key to healthy lawns revolves around water. Most people don’t understand the water needs of JUNE 9-10, 2017

their grass, and so overwater. This has led some people to believe that grass is bad for the environment when the opposite is actually true,” said Ed Markham, president of the RMSG. “By working with a leader in water conservation, and the scientists that study the water needs of turfgrass, we will be able to conduct a very valuable educational campaign this summer. We are pleased to be working together.”

Dr. Mary Hattendorf, Water Management Conservation

Specialist with NCWCD added, “Through my work studying the water needs of plants I understand the benefits that turfgrass provides. It often gets a bad rap. However, plants such as Kentucky Bluegrass have the ability to go dormant in a drought, something that is very valuable in our arid climate, but not understood by many. Through this partnership we will work to provide more factual information that consumers may rely on when making their plant choices and

managing their turfgrass.”

The RMSG recently received a Specialty Crop Grant through the Colorado Department of Agriculture. The grant will be used to educate the general public, and municipalities, concerning the facts about turfgrass water usage, benefits to the environment and increasing property values throughout 2017.

For more information or to locate a list of sod specialists, visit sod-growers.com.

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With their “Colorado meets Tuscany” style, these homes have been so popular that only a few remain available. (Photo: Timothy Seibert)

Calmante, by Boulder Creek Neighborhoods: Low-Maintenance living in Superior Final ranch and two-story homes available now.

By Moria Woodruff, At Home Boulder Creek Neighborhoods, an awardwinning homebuilder based in Louisville, recognized the desire for unique homes in an unparalleled location, and the spectacular Calmante community was born. Not too long ago, the award-winning homebuilder introduced limited edition, low-maintenance townhomes to Superior as part of the first phase of the Calmante neighborhood. With

The community boasts hiking and biking trails, as well as over 10,000 acres of open space.

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their “Colorado meets Tuscany” style, the homes at Calmante have been so popular that, at press time, only a few are unsold.

“These high-end townhomes are very popular with buyers coming out of Boulder, who are selling their large, single-family homes and are looking for a new, lowmaintenance way of life,” says Jessica Champlin, Vice President of Marketing. “They are a great value for a beautiful home in a one-of-a-kind, Boulder County location.”

The community boasts hiking and biking trails, as well as over 10,000 acres of open space. Access to Highway 36 is close at hand, too, which makes it a near-perfect location.

Buyers have found that this combination is a unique opportunity in the market today.

They are so popular only five Calmante townhomes remain – and all are available for quick move in by early fall. Being so close to completion, the homes are available to tour and see for yourself what sets them apart from just about every other option in the market.

These final homes showcase two popular floorplans – The Riverbend, and The Boulder Falls. The Riverbend is an entertainer’s dream – featuring an open floor plan, a main floor study, and a dream master closet. The Boulder Falls is especially unique, as it is a ranchstyle layout – all daily amenities including the master bedroom and laundry room are located on the main floor. Both layouts also boast finished lower levels and outdoor living spaces.

With the current state of the real estate

market in Colorado these days, it’s no wonder that interest in these homes has been strong.

The lack of inventory along the Front Range has forced buyers to search high and low for homes that will suit their needs. These rare quick move-in homes are an oasis in the desert for buyers looking for a low-maintenance lifestyle in Boulder County.

Pat and Linda Connelly recently moved to Calmante. Their former home, built in 1925, needed constant attention.

“There were things that always needed to be done to it,” Linda said. The electrical wiring had to be updated. Pipes rerun.

Flooring, fixtures, you name it. While they loved the house, they also put a lot of work into it.

When they began their search in Colorado, they initially expected to find something similar. “We didn’t start off looking for a new home,” Linda explained. But the reality of laborious upkeep set in. The Connelly’s decided they’d rather spend their retirement years engaged in fun activities instead of never-ending maintenance. So they adjusted their search and began looking at new homes in Boulder County.

One day they were out viewing homes in the area when they zeroed in on exactly what they were looking for. Their realtor suggested they check out a Boulder Creek neighborhood, commenting that one of the builder’s townhomes sounded like a perfect fit.

“Almost immediately, I said, ‘Oh, I like this!’” Linda recalls. “We were impressed in the quality and floor plan,” Pat summarized.

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Linda’s description of the low-maintenance lifestyle put it best. “I left my snow blower behind,” she joked. The majority of the outdoor maintenance is taken care of on their behalf.

Plus, the community is a nice mix of people at all stages of life. After attending a recent neighborhood open house, they were once again assured that they made the right call.

“These are people we want to go out with,” Pat said of their new neighbors.

If this community sounds like what you’ve been searching for, spare no time in reaching out to the team at Boulder Creek. Their expert Community Managers are prepared to answer every questions you might have. If

you’d like to take a look at them yourself, the team at Calmante is hosting an open house (and complimentary breakfast) every Sunday in June from 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. They would be happy to give you a personal tour of the homes and help you understand what sets them apart from the rest.

The final homes at Calmante are offered in the mid $800s, and range from three to four bedrooms and 3,000 to 3,400 square feet. If you have immediate questions, you can reach the online sales concierge team at 720.459.6262. Additional in formation about the homes at Calmante is available at CalmanteLiving.com.

Open House this Sunday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Photo: Timothy Seibert)

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The Riverbend and the Boulder Falls floor plans.

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Dividing daylilies is an old practice that demands a spading fork to spread one big clump into many new ones. (Photo: Maureen Gilmer/TNS)

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How to transplant your garden

By Maureen Gilmer Tribune News Service (TNS) Before plastic nursery pots, real American gardeners were always big transplanters. Our grandparents and their ancestors off the farm knew how to move plants of all kinds. Transplanting, sowing, grafting, trade and cuttings were the way you got new plants, so these skills were essential to creating a beautiful landscape or a productive garden

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with a fork. It is renowned for more easily turning over backyard soil to make a new vegetable garden from scratch just like grandpa did. Shovels leave dense clods packed by pressure of the blade that must be broken up.

If there’s one tool to make gardens and get yard work done, it’s a spading fork. Buy the strongest tines you can find because they take a lot of pressure prying plants out of the root bed.

Also pay attention to the handle connection, since weak ones fall apart where the stem of the tines is inserted into the wood handle.

American made spading forks are superior to imported ones, except for those manufactured in England where men are very serious about their forks.

The longer you use a spading fork, the more indispensable it becomes. All those special tools you see advertised on TV can be discarded in favor of this one universal gardener’s fork. Where weeds are deeply rooted in, use the fork to loosen the soil before you pull them out with the roots.

Stick it into dense soil or lawn to open up the drainage. Nothing works better to sift out all the detritus from your raised beds or clean up at the end of the season.

Perhaps after you give your husband or dad a great spading fork for Father’s Day, be ready show him where you want the new garden next week so he can try it out.

Maureen Gilmer is an author, horticulturist and landscape designer. Learn more at www.

MoPlants.com. Contact her at mogilmer@yahoo.com or P.O. Box 891, Morongo Valley, CA 92256.

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With markets full of multiple offers buyers are often tempted to do anything to get a home.

One thing they should not do is forgo the home RICK inspection.

JACQUEMARD Waiving the Flatirons Home option to have Inspections an inspection can have major repercussions in the long run. Without a professional inspector viewing 14

affordably.

Knowing how to transplant helps you salvage discards pulled from demolition sites to enhance your yard. Dumpster diving can be highly fruitful, too. It becomes a blend of science and field technique that has always made the best gardeners those born to humble means. They did not grow up wealthy, but they grew up rich in these essential plant skills.

And these skills translated into incredible gardens.

For digging out plants to divide, pot-up or move elsewhere, no tool is better than a spading fork. Do not confuse this flat-tine spading fork with a hay pitchfork, which has round tines. Spading forks are essential to lift the root crown of large, heavy plants up from the bottom of a deep hole. When plants are too big for one fork, two gardeners each armed with a fork dig in on opposite sides, then simultaneously lift and pop out a difficult specimen.

The spading fork takes muscle, so it’s a very personal tool that should fit your body. A spading fork may have a long handle like that of a shovel, which my tall husband prefers. I like average height and a short handle with a “D” grip, ideal for tight spaces.

You can also use a shovel for transplanting, too, but differently.

Shovel blades invisibly sever every root encountered no matter the diameter or importance. When moving old woody shrubs with very deep woody roots, you must cut them to move the plant. This is when the clean severance by a sharp edge shovel blade ensures rapid healing and formation of new roots once transplanted.

The spading fork is vital for perennials and succulents and plants that are in rocky ground or bear soft fleshy roots. The fork can be used to loosen soil all around a perennial so it lifts gently and intact, ready to carry elsewhere to replant or pot.

The spading fork is the primary tool for raised bed gardening to blend soils and turn the ground with compost for renewal. There’s little doubt that during the Great Depression every man turned his wife’s vegetable patch by hand

the property, the buyer essentially loses the right to make any requests for additional repairs that aren’t agreed to at the time of signing the initial purchase contract.

The argument for waiving inspection is often that in a seller’s market the seller can simply choose to accept one of the other offers waiting in the wings. While some states have disclosure laws that require a buyer to reveal any problems they are aware of, often sellers are unaware of potential problems. In some cases sellers will have an inspection done

before putting the home up for sale to help with disclosures.

Buyers without an inspection lose the chance to have a professional, independent review of the property they are buying.

Inspectors don’t just look at the home, they can provide an indepth analysis that can determine not just current repairs needed but also things that might become a problem in the future. Inspectors examine heating, cooling, electrical and plumbing systems for any signs of potential trouble.

The bottom line is that waiving an inspection is rarely worth the

risk. A home inspection provides an extra level of security and helps you plan for the future in your new home.

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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effective.

However, consider whether you want to get rid of spiders at all. You obviously want venomous spiders to be far away, but in many cases, especially if they’re outside windows or doors, spiders are effective pest control all their own! There is no better natural insect exterminator than the spider, and no more potent bug repellant than a spider’s web.

Can you get rid of home pests with essential oils?

By Paul Pogue Angie’s List (TNS) Sometimes the most natural methods work best. You can get rid of mice using a reliable old snap-trap, and nothing takes out spiders like a rolled-up newspaper. But if you want to get rid of spiders and mice with minimal force, essential oils may be the solution for you.

Peppermint oil pest control is an effective means of repelling spiders and mice. Spiders smell through their legs, and so they’re very sensitive to oils on the surface. Mice rely on their sense of smell, so they tend to be turned away from distinct essential oil odors. Mice tend to follow pheromone trails left by other mice, and peppermint oil confuses those senses.

As a bonus, essential oils are environmentally friendly and safe for your family and pets compared to toxic chemicals.

Peppermint oil: mice As with spiders, peppermint oil is an effective deterrent, but you need to keep several drawbacks in mind. Essential oil is not a longlasting product; it will need to be replaced every few days. And especially in the case of mice, you want to check those peppermintsoaked cotton balls every so often. Once the odor fades away, that cotton will make attractive nesting material for the mice.

You want to make sure you place the essential oils right where mice are entering, rather than where they’re already getting in.

Generally, you want to combine peppermint oil pest control with other measures. For mice, plugging up holes with steel wool tends to keep them out, since they have a hard time chewing through it.

Peppermint oil pest control may seem like a low-impact and simple approach, but it can be very effective. If you place the oils correctly, they should act as a virtual force field, telling pests in no uncertain terms to go the other way.

Paul Pogue is a reporter for Angie’s List, a trusted provider of local consumer reviews and an online marketplace of services from toprated providers. Visit AngiesList.com.

You might not like spiders, but they’re an effective insect deterrent. (Photo: Bradley West)

have a suspicion – such as crevices, cracks, windows, and other hiding places – you can apply a line of undiluted oil across that entrance point. You can also create a diluted mix of water and a small amount of peppermint oil and spray it across a wider area.

This is particularly useful if you’re not sure where they’re getting in and want to cover an entire corner or window.

You can also soak cotton balls in undiluted oil and place them near the entrances you want to block.

How to prepare essential oils for pest control You have three options for setting up essential oils to repel mice and spiders: sprinkling it directly, spraying it or soaking cotton balls.

If you know where pests are coming in, or

Peppermint oil: spiders Peppermint is the most effective oil to repel spiders. Besides peppermint and spearmint, essential oils for spiders include citrus elements like orange, lemon and lime. Citronella, cedar wood, tea tree oil and lavender can also be

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Spacious modern home in new Northfield Commons neighborhood. Fantastic North Boulder location, close to park, bike and hike trails. Custom features throughout, spacious open floor plan. Move in ready! 5 Bed, 4 Bath 3961 sq ft home with oversized garage and finished basement. Built in 2010 by Markel Homes.

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Style at Home

Natural materials make a home inviting

By Mary Carol Garrity Tribune News Service (TNS) Interior spaces that are too fussy make me uncomfortable. I think when you really live in a home, there needs to be a bit of disorder.

A messy stack of books next to your reading chair in the living room floor. A cat asleep on the duvet at the bottom of your bed.

A piece of furniture with a story to tell, like a chest with chipping paint or an ottoman upholstered in a worn old rug.

Maybe that’s why I love to weave natural materials into my home. They provide Mother Nature’s restorative palette of cream, tan and brown; they’re beautifully imperfect and a wonderful backdrop for more refined treasures you want to spotlight.

Sometimes people get confused about the difference between wicker and rattan. The quick answer is that wicker is not a material, but an ancient technique for weaving natural materials like willow, rattan and bamboo into furniture or baskets or whatever.

We added a stack of wicker suitcases to build a side table in our study, adding to the earthy warmth of this snuggly room. (Photo: Bryan E. McCay)

Wicker furniture can be made out of any sort of natural or synthetic material.

Rattan, a vine that grows in the shape of a pole about three inches in diameter, is a strong wood and can be used to construct furniture, from outdoor chairs to hutches

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and bed frames. Bamboo looks similar but has a hollow core so is not as strong and durable as rattan.

I love them both. They are at home anywhere, from a seaside cottage to a mountain lodge, in formal spaces and in those that are

more relaxed.

Woven wooden blinds also add delicious texture to a room.

When she was decorating her little cottage in Atchison, my friend Cynthia used bamboo shades to bring a bit of rustic charm to the spaces. I like how they contrast with the more formal furnishings in the room.

I adore lovely old oriental rugs and have a patchwork quilt of them in my home. But underneath it all, natural fiber rugs like sisal or sea grass are a must-have. They wear like iron, are forgiving when stained and provide a lovely base for a room. A common mistake people make when buying area rugs is to get a size that’s too small. Understandable when you consider how much a really good rug costs. But natural fiber rugs are so affordable you can use them to cover the entire room without breaking the bank.

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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Enjoy low maintenance living in this well maintained ranch-style patio home just a short walk to the Boulder Country Club. The open floor plan offers vaulted ceilings, s spacious living area with gas fireplace and access to side deck. Eat-in kitchen includes a cozy breakfast nook, newer stainless appliances wood floors and open to the formal dining area. Main floor master suite with gas fireplace, walk-in closet and 3/4 bath with large shower. Finished basement with additional bedroom, full bath, rec./family room and storage!

4855 Tanglewood Ct. 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 3030 SqFt. $599,7000

Nicely updated home on quiet cul-de-sac. Open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, skylights and abundant natural light. Eat-in kitchen has maple cabinets and pergo flooring and is open to the dining area with French Doors to partially covered back patio. 3 bedrooms up including the master with 3/4 bath. Lower level family room with brick fireplace and wet bar! Finished basement offers large rec. room/flex space. Private, fenced backyard backs to small greenbelt. New flooring, paint and some windows. Move-in ready!

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A circular driveway and gorgeous lush landscaping and gardens welcome you to this elegantly remodeled and updated home. The traditional floor plan provides fine Walnut 1800 features throughout, including antique vanities, large formal living/dining rooms & beautiful new kitchen w custom cabinetry, SS Wolf Commercial range & Brazilian soapstone counters. Main floor Master Suite w updated luxury bath, sitting room & access to a lovely fenced backyard w heated pool that backs to the BCC Golf Course w views!

This beautiful and elegant home in North Central Boulder is ready for entertaining, no work needed!

The kitchen is large and open with granite counters and great appliances. Flagstone patios look over a large 1/3 acre well-landscaped yard. Upstairs has a large relaxing master suite and 4 bedrooms. .

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4 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 3766 SqFt. $1,549,000 Beautiful Flatiron views from this Victorian Brick 4-Square in Downtown Boulder just a few blocks from the Pearl St. Mall! This traditional home offers a gorgeous updated kitchen with great living spaces on the main floor including a study/4th bedroom. 3 Bedrooms on second floor including the beautiful master and luxurious bathroom. Lower level office/studio space featuring a separate entrance. Large backyard including rare 3 parking spaces.

7096 Indian Peaks Trl

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One-of-a-Kind Custom Home on incredible nearly 1-ACRE corner lot with towering trees for privacy and access to BCC Golf Course! The elegant and sprawling interior offers generous living spaces, living/dining rooms, updated kitchen with top of line Stainless Steel appliances, family room, media room, offices, 4 fireplaces and gleaming wood floors. Spacious master suite with 5-pc bath radiant heat floors, jetted tub and steam shower. 2 additional bedrooms up each with 3/4 baths and balconies. Finished lower level.

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DESIGN RECIPES

These centerpieces are quick, elegant

By Cathy Hobbs Tribune News Service (TNS) When it comes time to create the perfect table for your family and friends, an inviting centerpiece is often the icing on the cake.

But beyond cut flowers in a vase, a number of items can make a centerpiece pop. When looking for ways to perk up your table, from wood to metal, sand and succulents, allow simplicity and thoughtful presentation to be your guide.

Here are some creative ideas for quick and elegant centerpieces.

Go organic. Teak is a very popular wood right now and serves as the perfect foundation for a beautiful centerpiece.

Consider filling a wood bowl with elements such as cabbages or apples.

Think metallic. Silver, gold and brass are popular finishes for items such as bowls and candleholders. Consider mixing metallic into your centerpiece such as mixing small metallic objects with more organic

materials such as moss or stones.

Consider using sand. Sand is a great vessel filler. Try filling a clear vessel with pure white sand and adding a single flower or succulent on top to create an effortless yet elegant centerpiece.

Try unconventional items to present your decor. From using a large candleholder to hold succulents or flowers to using wine glasses to display floating candles, let creativity be your guide.

Consider herbs. Herbs are pretty, affordable and a creative way to bring the outdoors in while also incorporating fragrance. Next time you are entertaining, why not have a long, low clear vessel filled with fresh lavender, rosemary or dill?

Experiment with shape, size and height. One way to create interest is to make vignette groupings. Some of the most successful are often done in groups of three. In your grouping, don’t be afraid to mix and vary items by size, shape and height.

Don’t be afraid to mix materials. Mixing materials can

be one of the best ways to add interest.

Bring the outdoors in. From sand to , stone, interesting twigs, branches and even moss, natural elements can serve as beautiful standalone centerpieces or foundations.

Experiment with color. Black is often an overlooked color, often considered to be drab or depressing. In reality, black can add luxury and elegance to an environment.

Use single items. So often, people think a centerpiece needs to be big and over the top. Sometimes the strongest statements can be made with a single item or stem placed in a beautiful bowl or vessel.

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.

Succulents placed on a bed of sand gives a sense of simplicity and elegance.

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A wood bowl with moss pods feels organic and inviting. (Photo: Design Recipes)

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