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Home features that drive price appreciation If you’re a homeowner, a quickly rising real estate market is good news.

It’s comforting to see your home value rise. Yet, many TOM homeowners KALINSKI don’t live in RE/MAX of Boulder the last home they will ever own, making rising prices also a source of anxiety.

The question is, what do rising real estate prices mean for the next house you buy? Will the home you own today appreciate at a greater or lesser rate than the home you’re going to buy?

According to analysis by Realtor.com drawn from millions of listings from 2011-2016, some home features appreciate more than others. Knowing this could help you gauge which home updates pay off the most – and which may not pay off at all. It can also help you choose a home that will appreciate at the top of the curve.

As a point of comparison, Realtor.com says that in a strong economy, home values generally increase three to four percent a year on average nationally. In the most recent years, from 2011 to 2016, national home prices increased at about twice that rate, rising 6.3 percent a year on average.

Here are the stats and patterns noted on home appreciation in an article published by Realtor.com.

over 2,400 square feet increased 3.8 percent a year, according to Realtor.com.

If you consider the demographic trends of the day, this makes sense. Currently, the two largest demographic groups – millennials and baby boomers – are seeking smaller homes. Millennials approach home buying from a starter home perspective, while baby boomers want to downsize.

Yet housing developers focus on the high-end, larger-home market resulting in fewer smaller homes being built, leaving unmet demand for smaller homes. And those who currently own smaller homes aren’t trading up fast enough to meet the demand, the article points out.

Denver is being impacted by this trend. As Realtor.com notes: “This effect is more pronounced in expensive urban markets like San Francisco and Denver, where homes of under 1,200 square feet see 17% and 12% price growth a year, respectively.”

Fewer bedrooms and two-car garages drive greater appreciation Here again, smaller is better.

Five-bedroom homes appreciate at 4.3 percent a year, while twobedroom homes are increasing 6.6 percent.

And in garages, the Goldilocks ‘just right’ number rules, and that number is: two. Two-car garages grow at 6.4 percent a year, a onecar garage 6 percent a year, and three-car garages lag far behind at 3.8 percent.

Small outpaces big For the past five years through 2016, bigger has not been better.

In fact, the smallest homes appreciated the fastest, with those less than 1,200 square feet growing 7.5 percent a year for the past five years. By contrast, homes

Open floor plans and patios Homes with open floor plans are clearly at the top of the desirability chain, appreciating 7.4 percent a year, along with homes with patios, which increased 6.8 percent a year.

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Last but not least – views Of course a view of any kind is desirable, but some scenes drive prices higher than others. Park views led the pack, appreciating 7.9 percent a year. Mountain views followed at 5.1 percent, lake views at 4.9, views of a golf course grew at 4.3 percent and ocean views increased 3.6.

What doesn’t add value Here’s the surprise. That luxury kitchen décor we love to love – stainless steel appliances and granite countertops – don’t perform as well on the price appreciation scale, growing only three percent and 2.5 percent respectively. Though, they shouldn’t be discounted too heavily. According to Realtor.com, these kitchen features do drive ‘desirability.’ They are a ‘musthave’ in many markets including competitive buyer’s markets or the luxury home market.

Read the full article, including which home styles appreciate the most, by data journalist Yuqing Pan on Realtor.com at this link: realtor.com/news/trends/whichkinds-of-home-appreciate-fastest Tom Kalinski is the owner and founder of RE/MAX of Boulder.

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Location You won’t be surprised that location really does matter – especially locations close to public transportation and ‘good’ schools.

Homes near train stations and bus stops appreciated 8.4% each year, and those near the most desirable schools appreciated 7.2% a year.

Christina Bremner, WK Real Estate

BOULDER – WK Real Estate has announced the addition of Broker Associate Christina Bremner to its Boulder office. Christina’s real estate career began in 1994 as a residential appraiser and she became a Realtor in 2004. She specializes in residential real estate sales in Boulder County and the surrounding communities.

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How much will my home value increase from renovations?

A common misconception about home repairs is that your home’s value will increase by the same amount as what you spent SUZANNE on renovations.

PLEWES Unfortunately, RE/MAX Alliance this is not true.

Although it can vary by the type of renovation and market conditions, you will not always get back what you put it. Why?

sales. An appraiser would look at what older homes are selling for versus more updated properties. Sometimes, dollar value adjustments are made at the discretion of the appraiser, but it all depends on how different the properties are in condition and features. There is no specific dollar value used across the board.

A common misconception about home repairs is that your home’s value will increase by the same amount as what you spent on renovations. (Photo: Shutterstock)

Home repair costs The cost of home repairs can vary greatly. If you are hiring a contractor to complete repairs, you will spend a lot more than someone who has the skill set to perform some of the work on their own. Thus, the same renovation job can cost one homeowner much less or more than another.

Given the many factors that contribute to renovation costs, that figure is not a static one that

can directly relate to home value.

Personal use and depreciation Another factor to consider is that you have the opportunity to use and enjoy the renovations during the time that you’ve owned the home. By the time you go to sell, the renovations may be several years old and would have depreciated in value. A $20,000 kitchen renovation may not

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When renovations pay off the most To maximize your investment in home renovations, there are a few things that you should keep in mind. First, focus on the most popular rooms in the house such as the kitchen and bathrooms.

Secondly, be sure to use highquality products and materials that are durable. This will allow them to remain usable (or even “new” looking) when you go to sell years later.

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REALTOR FOR LIFE

Part 1: Should I buy a college home for my college student?

The following article is a summary of content from the book, “Realtor for Life,” written by Duane Duggan.

Every spring and summer college students start to look for a place to live in the fall. The rental market is usually pretty tight in any college town. Because DUANE of that, many DUGGAN families consider Realtor and Author purchasing a RE/MAX of Boulder home for their college student to live in while attending school.

This can prove to be a worthwhile investment financially, as well as an excellent learning experience for the student. In Boulder, if a parent bought a condo in the 1980s and held on to it for four years, the condo would most likely have sold for about what was paid for it. If a parent bought a condo in the 2012 and sold it in four years, most likely there would have been enough profit to pay for their child’s education at University of Colorado Boulder.

Owning the property the student lives in while attending college can be beneficial in several ways. The student will have a greater sense of stability in not having to look for a different apartment to live in each year. In addition, you, as a parent, can pick the lifestyle that will help your student succeed in school by choosing the location and the quality of housing that best fits his or her needs. In the past, apartment rents in college towns typically increase on an annual

basis. By purchasing a property with a fixed-rate mortgage, your student’s housing expenses will be fixed. In addition, your student won’t have to deal with paying security deposits or going through the hassle of getting the deposit back. Having a single place to live in that you own means your student will not have to worry about storing furniture over the summer break. By purchasing a home for the student, you will be providing your child with an excellent learning experience. Your student will learn not only about the process of investing in real estate, but will also learn about the responsibilities that go along with property ownership.

In my own personal situation, I have two sons who attended the University of Colorado Boulder. I bought them each a condo using owner-occupied FHA financing.

Each lived in the unit and had a roommate paying rent to help pay the monthly mortgage. At the end of their college careers, they had built up significant real estate equity to utilize in the next phase of their lives.

I have had clients buy a piece of real estate in which two, three or more of their children have lived in while attending college. In some cases, this has spanned a 10-year time frame. Rather than throwing money down the “rent drain,” they have built equity in a real estate investment over a period of time.

Above is a simple worksheet to help you determine the monthto-month expenses for owning a condo or house for your college student while you evaluate if

The rental market is usually pretty tight in any college town. Because of that, many families consider purchasing a home for their college student to live in while attending school. This can prove to be a worthwhile investment financially, as well as an excellent learning experience for the student. (Courtesy: Duane Duggan)

this is the right decision for your family: In my next article, “Part 2: Should I Buy a College Home for my College Student?”, I will provide you with a list of items to think about and plan for when deciding whether or not to buy a condo or a house for your college student.

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, call 303.441.5611 or visit boulderco.com.

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solution. The group has become educated on the various solar systems and vetted the best solar companies in our area to determine who has the best product and financing options available. It has used its size to negotiate reduced prices in efforts that more Boulder County homeowners might want to consider solar.

If you have thought about installing solar on your home but are overwhelmed by the

choices and wasn’t sure how to get started, or maybe you thought it was too expensive, then the East Boulder Solar Coalition may be able to help.

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Home ownership just got easier: Fannie Mae increases debt-to-income ratio Debt-to-income ratio is crucial when qualifying for a mortgage; it’s one of the most important factors. Per the Washington Post, it’s also the number one MICHAELA reason applicants PHILLIPS are turned down: Guaranteed Rate, Inc. their credit cards are too high and their salaries too low.

This restricts people from buying, particularly young people saddled with student debt and entry-level jobs. But this is about to change.

Fannie Mae, the Federal National Mortgage Association, is easing its requirements. Starting July 29, the debt-to-income ceiling is increasing from 45 percent to 50 percent. This might not seem like a lot, but it may be the difference between qualification and rejection.

How debt-to-income works Debt-to-income, abbreviated DTI, is a ratio that takes your gross monthly income and compares it to your debts – credit cards, bank loans, auto loans, other mortgages and anything else outstanding.

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It also factors in the potential mortgage payment you’ll be predicted to make each month.

If you make $5,000 a month and you have $2,500 in monthly debts, your DTI is calculated at 50 percent. Lenders use DTI to assess your ability to pay them back. If you can’t afford a loan, they don’t want to give it to you.

Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and the Federal Housing Administration set 43 percent as the maximum DTI qualifying someone for a mortgage. However,

they have exemptions that allow them to take on borrowers with higher ratios.

Fannie Mae based their decision to increase the DTI on research that showed people with DTIs up to 50 percent didn’t often default; they were responsible home owners with good credit.

Of course, just because the DTI is moving to 50 percent, not everyone in the 45 to 50 percent range will be approved.

Fannie Mae has an automated underwriting system that

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BOULDER – One of the most common issues found during a home inspection is missing GFCI receptacles or circuits.

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Debt-to-income ratio is crucial when qualifying for a mortgage; it’s one of the most important factors. (Photo: Pixabay)

examines your financial standing as a complete package. It takes into consideration many factors, including the size of the down payment and job stability. It also looks at your credit score. Fannie Mae tends to be strict with credit scores, and you typically need decent numbers to qualify.

Still, Fannie Mae isn’t the only player in the game: those looking for mortgages have been able to procure them through FHA loans. These loans are more liberal with their DTI ratios and often lend to people with DTIs over 50 percent. But they come with a drawback: borrowers must pay mortgage insurance premiums for the entirety of the loan. Insurance premiums for Fannie Mae, on the other hand, are canceled once the principle balance drops to under 78 percent of the purchased value.

The revised guidelines don’t guarantee home ownership for everyone, but they’ll make a huge difference for some. They’ll open doors that would have otherwise remained shut.

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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room, mud rooms and on the exterior of a home.

GFCI units are easy to identify, they are equipped with test and reset buttons. When the test button is depressed, electric power to the receptacle is turned off; depressing the reset button restores electric power to the receptacle. It is good practice to test your GFCI units on a monthly basis to be sure that they are functioning properly. GFCI

units that have not been tested on a receptacles down line are also scheduled basis may not reset after protected. This would also be true being tested and therefore, need to for multiple bathroom or exterior be replaced. Replacing or installing receptacles. There is an easy way new GFCI receptacles in not a to determine if other receptacles difficult or expensive process. are protected by another GFCI: Some GFCI units may be push the test button on the GFCI; located in the electric service any other receptacles that lose panel; these units serve the same power when this is done are also rotected. function as units located in the protected receptacles and should be similarly tested. One of these GFCI units in the service panel may serve all bathroom receptacles or other common locations. If, for instance, a bathroom has a non-GFCI receptacle, your inspector should be able to tell you if it is on a GFCI circuit.

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How do you make your own mulch?

By Paul Pogue Angie’s List (TNS) Mulch is an effective tool to protect your plants, beautify your yard and add nutrients to your soil. Making it is easier than you might think. DIY mulch saves money and it’s environmentally friendly, because you recycle resources like yard waste or food trimmings.

Choose your mulch source Some are easier to gather than others. Leaves make a good mulch source, as do pine needles and yard clippings. Bark is one of the most effective and nutrient-rich forms of mulch.

Leaves, yard trimmings and compost make excellent summer mulch, while pine needles, bark and straw are best for winter.

Also, don’t overlook shredded newspaper as an effective mulch additive.

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you’re using, gather it up. Rake fallen leaves or those you’ve pruned, and gather them into a pile. The same goes for grass clippings and pine needles. If your lawnmower has a bag that collects grass, great. Pile up branches, bark or wood trimmings until you have enough for mulch.

If you’re using a compost pile, keep it relatively moist and turn it regularly with a pitchfork or shovel to keep the materials rotated while they break down.

Convert the materials to mulch Piles of leaves can be swiftly mulched with a lawnmower.

One of those grass-catching bags would be very useful at this point if you have one. Otherwise, run the mower over the leaf pile a few times and rake it all together.

If you’re using branches, bark or other wood trimmings, the best way to generate mulch is with a small wood chipper. Many hardware stores rent them out.

Don’t forget to wear safety glasses.

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A mixture of all these sources can be the most effective mulch, as they all bring different nutrients to the system.

To use compost as mulch, simply maintain your pile until it’s ready for use. Depending on how you care for it and the weather, it should be ready in two weeks to four months. When it’s crumbly and dark brown with an earthy odor, it’s good to go.

Prepare your ground for mulching This step is an easy one to miss, but it’s important. Remove any old mulch that remains on the ground, so you have a fresh start.

If you’re maintaining a compost pile, this remaining mulch can be

used there. Weed the area carefully, since mulch will actually help existing weeds, which is the last thing you want.

Spread the mulch You’ll want to use different levels of mulch depending on your needs and the season, but generally about two inches works quite well. Don’t forget to lay it all out evenly with a rake, or hire a yard professional to do the job perfectly. Make sure to leave a small “well” of shallower mulch around the base of plants.

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3 small-space mistakes that secretly make interior designers cringe

By Gabrielle Savoie Domaine (TNS) Some myths never die, especially when decorating is concerned.

In the world of design, small spaces are a beast all their own _ and they require their own set of decorating rules. That said, the rules that people think apply to tiny spaces aren’t always the right ones. Case in point: White walls don’t always make your space look bigger.

“I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, big is not always better,” Shannon Vos of Vos Creative tells Inside Out. “And with housing options shrinking by the second, that’s a good thing. But this means we need to be clever with our design choices.” Ahead, he explains the top three decorating mistakes he always sees in small spaces and how to avoid them: Dollhouse furniture “We often make the mistake of creating miniature versions of the bigger rooms we really want,” says Vos. Instead of picking mini rugs and sofas, dare to make a few risky statements: Pick an oversize sofa, go for a large bold rug or push your furniture away from the walls. Give your room less but use more impactful pieces.

Poor lighting “Almost nothing has the power to transform a room like good lighting can,” Vos claims. By the same token, bad lighting can quickly ruin a room. The designer recommends using as much natural light as possible and steering clear of downlights.

Instead, a good variety of sconces, table and floor lamps arranged around the room cast a much more flattering glow and contribute to making the space feel more intimate and comfortable.

The white myth “Sure, painting a room white is safe but it’s also boring,” says the designer. “While the general rule is that lighter walls and floors give the illusion of more space, our aim is to create depth and to do this we need to layer tones and textures.” Instead of painting everything white, he recommends creating subtle tonal disparities with surfaces like whitewashed floors and pale fabrics. As for small rooms that have very little natural light: going dark is the best option.

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Try these monochromatic color schemes

By Cathy Hobbs Tribune News Service (TNS) Love color? Sometimes your most powerful color statement may actually be lack of color. Many homeowners long for neutral color palettes, typically consisting of white, cream and sometimes gray.

Sound boring? Neutral colors can actually be the foundation for an elegant, minimalist palette if used effectively.

Tone on tone Tone on tone is a popular color trick used by professional interior designers. The technique involves using tints, tones and shades of the same or similar colors. The result can be a blended palette of similar colors that work well together.

White So often, people forget white is actually a color. In fact, many designers use white as an accent color. From white furniture to artwork, accessories and accents, white can be a powerful color in your toolbox.

The beauty of brown Brown is a fabulous foundation

color that doesn’t have to look muddy or drab. Instead of the usual deep chocolate tones, which are certainly rich and elegant, consider other tones such as camel, toffee or cream. It is also perfectly acceptable to mix browns, and even use the color of woods that may already exist in the space, such as architectural features, as inspiration.

Gray From silver to charcoal, grays may be warm or cool. Gray is one of the most popular colors for those looking to create a neutral, inviting palette. When it comes to using gray, don’t overlook the power of metal. Finishes that you may include in your space such as chrome or nickel can also help to blend with the gray accents and accessories.

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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Situated on a 3.5-acre landscaped park, Parkside offers 36 new single-family homes and 93 townhome-style condominiums in single-level and two-story designs.

Parkside in Longmont features new award-winning homes

By Judy Finman, At Home Photography by Timothy Seibert

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arkside is a new residential community located at popular Quail Ridge and built by Boulder-based Flatirons Homes, Inc. Situated on a 3.5-acre landscaped park, Parkside offers 36 new single-family homes and 93 townhome-style condominiums in single-level and two-story designs.

These beautiful, energy-efficient homes are adjacent to manicured green space in a convenient south Longmont area – all at an entrylevel price.

Parkside has already won two awards from the Flatirons Tour of Homes. In 2016 it received the Gold Award for the Best Starter Home, and in 2017 the award for the Best Value Home.

Five of the single-family homes already built in Phase 1 feature three or four bedrooms, two-anda-half baths, an open floor plan, patio, attached two-car garage, and full, unfinished basement. The two and three-bedroom, two and two-and-a-half bath townhomestyle condominiums present an open floor plan with outdoor living, single-car garage, and, in the 12

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two-story units, a full, unfinished basement. All the homes are green built and Energy Star certified.

Ideal location Conveniently sited a few blocks from Highway 287, Parkside is 15 to 20 minutes from Boulder, with easy access to the surrounding communities, Denver International Airport, and Denver. Just one block away are the Longmont Recreation Center and the Longmont Museum and Cultural Center. Shopping is five minutes away. And Parkside is located in the desirable St. Vrain School District.

Phase 2 single-family homes Later this year Flatirons Homes, Inc., will start construction on the remaining 31 of the planned 36 single-family homes. These plans will range in size from a twobedroom, two-bath ranch floor plan to a four-bedroom two-and-ahalf-bath, two-story floor plan. All of these homes will feature open concept, main-floor living, 42” kitchen cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, granite kitchen counter tops, and 2-car garages. The homes come fully landscaped with a sprinkler system.

“We built only five of the singlefamily homes in the first phase,” says Parkside Sales Manager Cauley Kim. “We will be building those plans as well as other new plans in Phase 2. The ranch plan is new, and we think it is an important addition to the variety

of choices.”

Kim says that one-story singlefamily ranch-style homes are in high demand.

“Baby boomers are downsizing and looking for main-floor bedrooms. We do have a ranch condo floor plan, but this singlefamily floor plan will offer more space and a yard for those buyers who need a little more room and would still like to have some outside areas for gardening and entertaining.

“The single-family ranch floor

Five of the single-family homes already built in Phase 1 feature three or four bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, an open floor plan, patio, attached two-car garage, and full, unfinished basement.

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Price is where we really stand out.

Flatirons Homes, Inc., is really trying to keep prices down so there are still some affordable options for people in Boulder County.”

plan is approximately 2,000 square feet. It will have a master suite, living, dining and kitchen on the main floor and a second bedroom, full bath and additional living area in the basement. It will also have a 2-car garage.”

Prices on all the single-family homes start in the low $400s.

Flatiron Homes, Inc. The owners of Flatirons Homes, Inc., have built more than 400 homes in Boulder County. Parkside is their newest subdivision.

Sales Manager Kim describes two of the ways in which Parkside stands out. “I would say price is really where we stand out.

Flatirons Homes, Inc., is really trying to keep prices down so there

are still some affordable options for people in Boulder County.

“And, as a green builder, we distinguish ourselves from others,” she says. “All of the homes are ENERGY STAR certified and come with a HERS certificate that states the home’s energy rating. Our home buyers will enjoy pretty low utility bills.”

As Parkside residents Mark and Larissa Crawford point out, “It’s been a little over a year since we first moved in, and we couldn’t be happier with our decision.

Our condo is energy-efficient, and…we save a lot of money on our utilities. Not only has the energy-efficient construction saved us money, but the cheaper and superior gigabit Ethernet has cut down on time in our work (which I’ve been told equals money), as well as the ability to travel to any of our nearby locations for food or entertainment for little or no money.”

For more information about Parkside To learn more about Parkside, flatironshomes.com. Visit the sales center at 323 S. Parkside Drive, Longmont, and tour the beautiful model home. Contact the helpful staff at 303.848.4185, or office@ parksidelongmont.com

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3 ways you can buy a house even if you don’t meet income requirements

By Natalie Campisi GOBankingRates.com (TNS) Buying a home is an exciting process that takes time, research and money. And for people who need a mortgage, it also usually requires a good credit score. If your credit history is less than what most lenders deem acceptable for a home loan, then it’s time to explore your options.

Although rebuilding your credit is one way to improve your chances of qualifying for a mortgage, it can be a lengthy process. Before you even start the application process, use a mortgage qualification calculator to figure out how much you can afford; this will give you an idea of your price range and how much you’ll need to ask the lender for. Many lenders advise not to spend more than 28 percent of your income on your mortgage.

Some folks might want to own a home sooner – because of attractive real estate prices or a low annual interest rate – than it might take to boost their credit score. Even if you don’t have time to make a helpful boost to your credit score, there are still things you can do to help yourself get a mortgage. Here’s a list of alternative strategies to help you figure out how to buy a house when you don’t meet certain requirements.

1. Increase qualifying income When underwriters look at income, they take a pretty conservative stance. For example, income from

your part-time job might not be considered unless you have a history of working more than one job. Rental income might take a 25 percent cut right off the top of your income, and if you deduct business expenses that have yet to be reimbursed, your lender will probably also deduct them from your qualifying income. However, sometimes the rules work in your favor.

As required by the Equal Opportunity Act Amendments of 1976, Public Law 94-239, income that the borrower receives from public assistance programs might be used to qualify for a loan if it can be determined that the income will probably continue for three years or more. This can be helpful in boosting total income.

Here are other sources of income that you might not have considered: – Alimony or child support – Automobile allowance – Boarder income – Capital gains income – Disability income – Employment offers or contracts – Employment-related assets as qualifying income – Foreign income – Foster-care income – Interest and dividends income – Mortgage credit certificates – Mortgage differential payments income – Non-occupant borrower income – Notes receivable income – Public assistance income

– Retirement, government annuity and pension income – Royalty payment income – Social Security income – Temporary leave income – Tip income – Trust income – Unemployment benefits income – VA benefits income 2. Choose a different mortgage Some mortgages have more forgiving guidelines than others when it comes to income. VA loans, for example, calculate income two ways – the standard debt-toincome method and the “residual income” method, which is much more generous.

For people with lower incomes, a worthwhile option to look into is Freddie Mac’s Home Possible program. To qualify, the borrower must have a yearly income that’s either equivalent to or less than the area median income for the census tract where the property is located.

The only exception to this rule is if the property is in a designated underserved area or high-cost area.

The Home Possible rules state that if the property is in a high-cost area, the annual income can exceed the area median income, within certain limits. Likewise, if the property is in an underserved area, AMI requirements don’t apply at all.

Credit might be another option for people who have a history of paying their bills on time, even if they experienced a period of financial hardship. FHA loan

qualifications state that these candidates might still be able to qualify for a loan, regardless of isolated cases of late or slow payments.

3. Bring in a co-borrower There’s always the option of bringing in a co-borrower. Extra income allows you to qualify for a bigger mortgage. Co-borrowers can be occupants or non-occupants. An occupying co-borrower lives in the home with you. A non-occupant co-borrower is more like a cosigner; this person doesn’t live in the house but is responsible for the payments.

Lenders are more likely to put restrictions on non-occupant coborrower loans, such as requiring a higher down payment. Government loans come with fewer restrictions.

For manually underwritten loans, the income from a nonoccupant co-borrower might be considered as acceptable qualifying income. This income can offset certain weaknesses that might be in the occupant borrower’s loan application, such as limited financial reserves or limited credit history.

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Impress your guests with a quick bathroom upgrade

By Ed Del Grande Tribune News Service (TNS) Q: Dear Ed: We’re planning a summer cookout at our home and I have some extra money in my party budget. I’d like to do a little upgrade to our bathroom since everyone will be using that room before the day is over. What is a fun, fast and useful bathroom upgrade we can do that will also impress my guests?

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A: I do have a fresh idea I can share with you.

I recently worked with new toilet seats that have built-in air freshener systems. These batteryoperated seats can be quickly installed on most existing toilets.

Just make sure to get an elongated or round front model to match the type of toilet you have.

The deodorizing seats I’ve worked with combine a carbon filter with a micro-fan driven freshener system that also releases a light scent into the bathroom.

Other features include slow close

seat/lid, grip tight bumpers and even an LED nightlight.

Bottom line: A deodorizing toilet seat can be a fun and affordable upgrade, especially if you’re looking to add a little bathroom humor to your party.

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

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Design by numbers

OUR CONSTRUCTION LOAN IS LIKE A Three pieces of art, also known as a triptych, take center stage above a living room sectional sofa. (Photo: Design Recipes/TNS)

By Cathy Hobbs Tribune News Service (TNS) Look in nearly any magazine or peruse the aisles of home decor stores and you are likely to notice an underlying theme: numbers. Pairings and groupings are key design and styling techniques dominating the visual merchandising presentation of home decor. These same techniques can also be used to help enhance nearly any home.

The theory of numbers Pairing more than one item or identical items in a group essentially provides the eye with visual reinforcement. The most successful techniques often involve the grouping of identical or similar items. This technique can be used in various applications including the use of artwork, small furniture pieces, florals and accessories.

Parings The use of pairings or two identical or similar items together is one of the few instances in which it doesn’t overwhelm if used multiple times within the same space. The pairing of similar art pieces or two identical lamps

on top of two identical end tables may create a cohesive and aesthetically pleasing furniture arrangement without being too overpowering. The result is an environment that doesn’t feel cluttered by too many singular pieces and feels more soothing by the pairing of items.

Odd number groupings Often there is a theory that groupings should be executed in odd numbers, typically three or five. This visual merchandising technique relating to groupings is often especially successful in larger spaces. A series of three art pieces can make a powerful statement along a long empty wall. Similarly, a series of simple florals can create an elegant look. When experimenting with groupings, one tip is to either use items of a similar size and scale, or try items of varying heights to create interest.

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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Your stuff, refreshed Designing sisters specialize in working with what you have

By Kim Palmer Star Tribune (Minneapolis) (TNS) Lisa Griebel was feeling sad and overwhelmed. She’d lost four family members in just 16 months, including her mother, resulting in extended trips to Peoria, Ill., to sort through her mother’s belongings and clear out her house.

“I had to make room here, to integrate her things,” said Griebel of her own longtime home in southwest Minneapolis. But where to start? The sheer volume of stuff seemed insurmountable. So Griebel called on her neighbor, Kathy Keehn, and Keehn’s sister, Liz Knutson, partners in One Day Design.

“I knew they were doing this [redesigning home decor using the owners’ existing furniture and artwork], and I’ve always loved Kathy’s house,” Griebel said. So she invited them over to advise her.

“She wanted a change,” said Keehn. “And with her mom’s stuff coming home, something had to give.”

After talking with Griebel about her home, what she wanted to keep and what she was ready to part with, the sisters made some recommendations. One was that she repaint the gold and cranberryred wall colors in her living and dining rooms in a fresh, light khaki that would brighten and unify the two spaces.

“She said, ‘Do I really need to paint?’?” Knutson recalled. “I said, ‘You GET to paint.’ She had a bad year last year. She needs a new start.”

The sisters reviewed photos of Griebel’s mother’s belongings, then advised her which ones to ship to Minneapolis, including a tall antique secretary and a pair of armless chairs upholstered in celery-colored velvet. “She was going to sell the secretary,” said Knutson. “I said, ‘That’s gorgeous!

You have high ceilings. You need height.’”

Then, while Griebel was in Peoria, the sisters redesigned the main floor, moving and repurposing her furniture, artwork and accessories, and packing up the excess in boxes.

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knickknacks on Griebel’s mantel and on the built-in shelves that flanked her fireplace. “They were chock-full,” said Keehn. “We edited that,” so that each piece had room to breathe and make an impression. “We edit a lot – not that we don’t like their stuff, but most people have too much. It’s better to rotate it.”

Less is also more when decorating with family photos. “In the living room, a couple are great, but 50 is a bummer,” said Knutson, who created a wall of family photos in the upstairs hallway, where Griebel can see them every day but they don’t overwhelm her main-floor decor.

The sisters even staged Griebel’s dining room using her dishes and table linens.

When Griebel came home, she walked into a different house.

All the objects were familiar but arranged in fresh ways. She was amazed to see how well her mother’s chairs worked with the other furniture in her living room and was surprised to see mechanical drawings by her dad, a tool-and-die maker, given a prominent spot as artwork in her living room. “I never expected to have them here, but I like them.

They fit,” she said.

It felt like home – only better.

“When I walked in after eight hours of driving from Illinois, the stress and weight I’d been carrying around started to lift off my shoulders – removing the clutter and taking away the heaviness,” Griebel said.

Her redesigned rooms felt “light and airy, so clean, crisp and welcoming. The energy shifted. I could feel the love of my mom and dad in here. I could feel my family’s warmth in the house even though I grew up 500 miles away. It helped me with my grieving process and my transition into a new life without my family. It was such a huge burden lifted off of me.”

Finding a niche The sisters launched their “interior redesign” business in January 2016. Knutson, a full-service interior designer for 13 years, was looking to make a change.

“I needed a break,” she said. “I

A living room redesigned by One Day Design that combined homeowner Lisa Griebel’s existing furniture and accessories with items she inherited from her mother. (Photo: Renee Jones Schneider/Minneapolis Star Tribune/TNS)

used to joke that I couldn’t afford myself.” She was walking with a friend when she mentioned that she was interested in repurposing what people already had, rather than advising them on what to buy new. “She said, ‘I’ll hire you. I don’t want new sofas, but I don’t like my house.’?”

So Knutson recruited her sister, Keehn, an elementary school teacher who had always enjoyed rearranging furniture and staging.

“We work really well together,” said Knutson.

The sisters sell their time, not designer furnishings. There’s no charge for an initial consultation; then their rate is $125 an hour for both of them working together.

Most jobs take about four hours, they said, which typically involves redesigning a living room, dining room and tweaking the kitchen.

“We get the heart of the home figured out,” said Knutson.

Griebel’s makeover was more extensive, eight to 10 hours, in part because Keehn was on hand to direct the movers.

“We try not to sell a whole bunch of stuff,” said Knutson, although if a client wants to buy a few new pieces, she’ll pass along her professional discount.

Instead, they “shop” what their clients already own. “We say, ‘Show us your attic. Show us your basement.’” said Keehn.

“It’s amazing what you can find,” said Knutson.

They ask clients to be out of the house when they’re doing their work. “The process is ugly,” said Knutson, as they move things around and try out different looks by trial and error.

“We make a lot of changes before the final ones,” said Keehn.

“We tell people to put a post-it note on things you want to see every day.”

And if there’s an heirloom a client is really attached to, the sisters will find a place to display it. “We love that people have an emotional connection to things,” said Knutson. “That’s what a home is supposed to be.”

After the installation, the sisters leave so the homeowner can experience the changes without their presence.

“We ask to not be here when they first see it,” said Keehn. “It’s nice for them to be able to soak it in on their own, without talking to us about it.”

Then, if the homeowner wants to make changes, they’re willing to come back and tweak the design.

“Change is hard for people,” said Knutson. “One woman was lukewarm at first. Then, finally, she said, ‘I love it. It just took me a while to get used to it.’?”

Helping people experience more comfort and joy in their homes is rewarding, said Knutson. Many of their clients are overwhelmed with stuff and bogged down with boxes that they never seem to find the time to unpack and organize.

“They’re working, they have kids.

It’s hard to come up with creative ideas when you’re tired,” noted Knutson.

Griebel can relate. “I was so steeped in stuff at Mom’s house, if I had to do this here, too, things would still be in boxes,” she said.

“I’d be really depressed and sad.”

“This,” she said, pointing at her “new” living room, “is really uplifting.”

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Is this plant a weed? It depends

By Debbie Arrington The Sacramento Bee (TNS) Is this a weed? I’ve heard that question countless times from other gardeners, usually accompanied by a photo or sprig of greenery. I’ve asked it myself on several occasions as I pulled errant plants out of paths and garden beds.

The answer is almost always the same: It depends.

Any plant in the wrong place can be a weed, an often derogatory term that covers a huge spectrum of annuals, perennials, shrubs and trees. A plant can be an unwanted weed in one spot, but desirable in another.

Often, the worst weeds are plants that escaped their original gardens and prospered in everyone else’s landscapes. (The polite term for these garden thugs is “invasive.”)

“What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered,” philosopher/poet Ralph Waldo Emerson once said.

So, as I’m pulling unwanted plants, I try to think of their possible virtues.

Take the dandelion, the scourge of many a lawn. This familiar perennial invades sod and quickly spreads. But this daisy cousin is actually a nutritious green, packed with vitamins, iron and antioxidants. People have eaten dandelions for thousands of years.

It may be the healthiest edible growing in your garden.

It’s believed the Pilgrims first brought dandelions to America, not as unwanted hitch-hikers but as a medicinal herb. Its roasted roots were used as a substitute for coffee. Its flowers became wine.

But growing in the middle of a pristine lawn, those virtues are forgotten. Dandelion is back to being a pesky weed.

This summer, I have several beautiful weeds growing in my garden. I didn’t plant these “volunteers”; they just grew.

And because I’m a curious gardener, I usually let them grow and flower until I can at least determine their identity and attributes. Maybe they have virtues not yet seen.

My favorite of these current mystery plants is a large annual

with brilliant, lightly veined pink flowers. Sprouted between two planter boxes, it stands at least 4 feet tall and wide, loaded with hundreds of large and showy blooms. The bees love this unexpected addition; that gave it an immediate virtue. It also makes an attractive cut flower in bouquets.

What is it? A tree mallow or satin rose mallow, a Mediterranean annual that somehow found its way to midtown Sacramento. It’s a cousin to hollyhocks and hibiscus, but also to common mallow (a notorious weed).

Other “weeds” growing in my garden include a gigantic Queen Ann’s Lace (or wild carrot), dozens of California poppies plus assorted cosmos and calendulas.

With multiple curling branches, a large Mexican primrose looks like a green octopus with each arm holding clusters of yellow flowers.

Sprouted among lettuce, the strangest volunteer is purple nigella, an annual with distinctive flowers and seedpods that look like spiky balloons. With fern-

Nigella, a “weed” among the lettuce, has two nicknames: Love in the Mist and Devil in the Bush. (Photo: Debbie Arrington/Sacramento Bee/TNS)

like foliage, it can be a charming cottage garden flower, but quickly claims new territory as its own.

That duality inspired two nigella nicknames: “Love in the Mist” and “Devil in the Bush.”

Like flowers, the beauty of weeds must be in the eye of the gardener.

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2850 Dover Drive 6BD, 3BA, 2,860 sqft Remodeled ranch in Highland Park backs to huge private lot providing privacy for this OPEN SUN 11-1 home rarely found in the city! Large kitchen with granite counters, subway tile backsplash, wet bar with wine cooler and stainless steel appliances. Open floor plan with hardwood floors, exposed brick wall, and big windows that flood the home with light. Master bedroom has a private 3/4 bath.

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2170 Hillsdale Circle 5BD, 3BA, 3,008 sqft This inviting main floor was expanded in 1996 with a big, open kitchen and family room addition. Sun-filled kitchen features a large center island, hardwood flooring, and a solar tube skylight. Main floor family room with views of the Flatirons. Generous living room with hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, and a wall of southwest facing windows with views of the Flatirons. Main floor Master bedroom with ensuite 3/4 bath. Finished basement with family room, fireplace, full bath, and two more bedrooms.

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Adorable two story home with front porch swing located on two lots with 6,986 sqft of land in Central Boulder. Lots of land to expand the existing house! Charming home with tons of character features remodeled kitchen & bath, refinished hardwood floors, arched doorways, original wood staircase, new roof, and freshly painted inside & out!

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4295 Moorhead Ave 4BD, 2BA, 1,939 sqft Great opportunity for first-time homebuyer or investor!

Great view of the Flatirons, huge lot w/storage shed perfect for gardening and pets! Earn instant equity w/ some minor cosmetic updating and easily convert the large laundry room to a 4th bedroom! Garage was converted into huge, main floor family room.

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Console tables are the perfect fit In the world of interior design, console tables are on fire right now, finding their way into our homes’ spaces in new and surprising ways. It seems like every day someone comes in looking for one of these decorating gotta-have pieces, and as soon as we get a shipment in, they are out the door, making magic in someone’s home.

I totally get this passion for consoles. Wood pieces add muchneeded weight and structure to a roomscape. And consoles are perfect if you want a table that delivers maximum visual impact using a minimal amount of space.

Here are a few of my favorite ways to use console tables.

A great way to visually divide a larger living room into more intimate conversation areas is to slide a console table behind a sofa. (Photo: Mary Carol Garrity/TNS)

on its top. That’s how I use my console in my lake cottage. While the top of the table needs to be pretty clear to not obstruct the view of the TV, take advantage of the space below for a display or storage.

Under artwork I’m over the moon about the big, bold, modern artwork that’s so popular right now. Striking art wakes up a wall and makes a huge statement in the room. A perfect spot for a large painting – or any artwork, from a mirror to a grid of photos to a pair of botanicals – is over a lovely console. The table won’t compete with the art, but will visually ground it.

Under a TV Flatscreen TVs are so wonderful to work with when designing a room. Unlike days of old, when we had big, bulky units to work around, today’s streamlined TVs can fit in small spaces with no fuss. Most of the console tables we sell are used under a TV, with the TV either mounted on the wall above it like artwork or perched

Behind a sofa A great way to visually divide a larger living room into more intimate conversation areas is to slide a console table behind a sofa. One of our favorite tricks is to scoot a bench or two small ottomans under the table, to use in a snap when you need extra seating. When not in use, the

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By Mary Carol Garrity, Tribune News Service (TNS) furniture fills in the empty space below the table, making the space seem cozier.

Filling an empty space If your home boosts big, open rooms with tall walls and lofty ceilings, you’re probably looking for ways to make the space feel a bit more intimate. Console tables are your ace in the hole. Slide one in front of a large bank of windows. They are small enough they won’t obstruct the view, yet offer space for storage or decorating.

Entry ways can be hard to decorate. What do you put in the space that makes it seem welcoming, yet won’t gobble up too much room? You guessed it: a console table. Slide a console against the wall near the door, top it with fabulous art or a mirror, a lamp and maybe even a tray to hold your keys and purse when you walk in the door.

Console tables are also great in hallways, where you want a bit of visual appeal to break up those long, boring walls, but don’t have room for a big piece of furniture.

In the kitchen My cousin Anne just renovated the kitchen in her fixer-upper.

Instead of putting in banks of built-in cabinets, she opted to use a console table to store her china.

She filled the shelf below with dishes and storage baskets. The space above can be used to serve meals, like a buffet, or as a spot to decorate.

In the dining room If a hutch or buffet just doesn’t work in your dining space, try a console table instead. It uses a lot less space, but still adds lots of pizzazz to the room.

In a home office All of us need extra storage in our offices. Consoles to the rescue!

The lower shelves are a great home for your printer, baskets filled with files, books – you name it. The top? Decorate at will.

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

A perfect spot for a large painting – or any artwork, from a mirror to a grid of photos to a pair of botanicals – is over a lovely console. (Photo: Mary Carol Garrity/TNS)

While the top of the table needs to be pretty clear to not obstruct the view of the TV, take advantage of the space below for a display or storage. (Photo: Mary Carol Garrity/TNS)

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Roommate wanted, starting in August, in this 2 bed 2 bath apartment. Secure and well maintained. updated kitchen. Balcony. No pets. Pool. Onsite laundry. $975 + utilities.

(970)391-4166 jrdullaghan1@gmail.com Room For Rent in Quite N Louisville $660/mo inclds utls, wifi & cable 303-664-9022

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Charming Sugarloaf Home Spectacular Views!

Unparalleled Privacy!

15 min from Boulder.

3BR 2BA + Studio Apt above 2-Car Garage Fireplace + Loft.

Pets OK. Avail 7/1. $3500/month + deposit.

1 Year Lease.

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