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Where Are All the People Coming From?

There is no question that the population in Colorado is increasing. The largest source of this growth is in migration from other parts of the country.

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Where are all the people coming from?

There is no question that population in Colorado is increasing. You can experience crowding on the roads when you’re commuting, and

BY DUANE in even daily DUGGAN life when you Realtor and Author visit the grocery RE/MAX of Boulder store or go to restaurants. In fact, the Colorado Department of Public Affairs estimates that the population in Colorado will grow to over eight million by 2050. This is up from approximately 5 million in 2010.

Currently, according to the U.S. Census Bureau in an article by the Denver Post, the Colorado population is approximately 5,695,564, nearly 700,000 higher than in 2010. This translates to 13.2 percent growth, the fourth highest in the nation during that time period.

As I took my 95-year-old mom to the airport the other day, we passed the Riverdale exit on I-470 where my Aunt Beth and Uncle Earl used to have a farm. Taking a look at the countryside filled with houses and golf courses, my mom said, “Wow, where are all the people coming from?” It struck me that this sentiment would be a good topic for this week’s article.

Colorado is the seventh-fastest growing state in the U.S. with 80,000 new residents, reports The Denver Post from U.S. Census

The Colorado Department of Public Affairs estimates that the population in Colorado will grow to over 8 million by 2050. (Photo: Daria Shevtsova, Unsplash)

Bureau statistics, and Colorado’s population grew by 1.4 percent between July 1, 2017, and July 1, 2018. The largest source of this growth is in migration from other parts of the country.

According to the Colorado State Demography Office, which released a migration summary in January 2015 based on 2013 data (see link at the end of this article), the top sending state for migrants to Colorado was California. If you see lots of California license plates on our roads or seem to regularly meet new people here from California, you now know why. The runner up sending state is Texas, y’all. Ranked number three is Florida. For some reason, I thought everyone was moving from snow country to sun country, but Florida indicates the opposite.

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The Colorado State Demography Office has a wealth of information, but one of the most interesting graphics on its website I found was an active flow map of people moving to and from Colorado. The image below is a stationary view of the flow map. Check out this very cool moving map of migration flows at demography.dola.colorado.gov/migration-bubbles.

Hitting number four on the list of top sending states is Illinois and rounding out the top five transfer states in is Arizona!

Now, let’s not forget about outflows of migration from Colorado to other states. Where do people move to when they pack up? The top state Coloradans leave for is Texas. The number two state they move to is California.

(So, they loaded up their truck and moved to Beverly Hills. I think there was a TV show about that!) Coming is at number three is Arizona with all those sun worshipers escaping the snow.

There must be a lot of those sun worshipers because the number four state Coloradans transfer to Florida. Finally, number five is Wyoming.

Colorado State Demography Office migration summary (click on “IRS State to State Migration”): demography.dola.colorado.gov/ births-deaths-migration.

Population articles from the Denver Post: denverpost.com/ 2018/12/24/colorado-populationgrowth and denverpost.com/ 2018/03/22/colorado-population2017-census.

Duane Duggan is an awardwinning Realtor and author of the book, “Realtor for Life”. He has been a Realtor for RE/MAX of Boulder since 1982 and has facilitated over 2,500 transactions over his career. 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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Tips on converting a primary residence to a rental property Furthermore, if a section gets damaged, you can replace just that section rather than the whole room.

Are you ready to upgrade or downsize, but aren’t quite ready to sell your existing home?

Converting your home to a rental property may BY SUZANNE PLEWES make sense, RE/MAX Alliance under the right market conditions. To minimize the cost of carrying and maintaining the property, you may want to do the following:

Use low maintenance options In addition to durability, consider low maintenance products. For example, wood decking may need repair and painting every few years. Composite decking, on the other hand, wouldn’t require any ongoing maintenance. Although you may spend more money up-front for some items, you will spend less money and time in the long run.

Simplify landscaping Landscaping can be a very timeconsuming task. It’s a rewarding one when you take care of your own home, but you probably don’t want to visit a rental property every week to work on landscaping there. Reduce the amount of time, energy, and money needed to maintain rental properties by simplifying the landscaping. For instance, select plants that don’t require constant

Select durable materials As you repair or improve parts of your home, select durable materials. Tenants can put a lot of wear and tear on your home.

Durable materials will last longer and require replacement less often. For instance, linoleum floor can easily get damaged, whereas tile is more durable and resistant. Laminate flooring may hold up better than carpeting.

pruning and trimming. Remove or relocate excess plantings.

Mulch and segregate areas in a manner that make it easy to maintain.

Be aware of your legal responsibilities There are many laws relating to landlords and tenants. Be sure to get up to speed on the law and your responsibilities as a landlord including what to include in leases, how security deposits should be handled, and who is responsible for shoveling snow in the winter. The best way to preserve your rights and avoid unnecessary headaches is to comply with the law!

Require renter’s insurance Our last tip for converting your primary residence to a rental property is to require your tenants to carry renter’s insurance. Your homeowner’s insurance policy will not cover everything. A tenant’s policy would ensure that their property and liabilities are covered in cases

where yours does not or should not. Contact your insurance agent to learn more.

Final thoughts Before you decide to convert a primary residence to a rental property, be sure to evaluate the financial impact of selling versus renting. What costs might you incur for a rental property?

What risks are involved? How much might you earn when selling down the road? How does that compare to your earnings if you were to sell now?

The real estate market is good right now, which means both rental rates and selling prices are high. Only with a realistic financial analysis can you make an informed decision on whether to rent or sell your property.

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

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Resources to make your home healthy explaining that “fibers and backing, chemical treatments, padding, and glues all come with their own chemical consequences.” Those consequences can include respiratory symptoms, eye irritation, rashes and more.

• Find out what’s in a building product by searching the public database published by the Health Product Declaration Collaborative.

It contains around 4,000 product disclosures.

• Green Science Policy Institute help you steer clear of hazardous chemicals like flame retardants in furniture and building insulation.

With nearly 70 percent of our time spent at home, it’s worth paying attention to how toxic your house could be. (Photo: Andre Francois McKenzie, Unsplash).

Our home is our sanctuary from the world, feeding our feeling of comfort and enriching our aesthetic sense.

But is it good for our health?

BY JEANNIE With nearly BELLOMY 70 percent of RE/MAX of Boulder our time spent at home, it’s worth paying attention to how toxic your house is, explains Editor Laurie Mazur of Island Press Urban Resilience Project.

Chemicals lurk in our carpet, paint, fabrics and walls. The unhealthy fact is that hazardous chemicals are abundant in building materials.

“That new carpet smell wafting up from your wall-to-wall may contain more than 40 known chemical hazards, including compounds that have been shown to cause respiratory disease, heart attacks, cancer and asthma; others are neurotoxins and endocrine interrupters that can impair children’s development,” writes Mazur in Medium.com.

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• The Healthy Building Network supports the healthy materials movement with data and education. Their newest platform, HomeFree, supports affordable housing leaders who are improving human health through the selection of healthier products.

HomeFree provides simple tools and resources that create a big health impact.

And HBN’s Data Commons provides hazard data for commonly used chemicals.

• Home Guide, produced by the Environmental Working Group, guides consumers to choose healthier materials for their home. For example, Home Guide advises against wall-to-wall carpeting,

• The Housing Partnership Network offers Select, which leverages the collective purchasing power of 200,000+ affordable housing units to negotiate competitive pricing on a broad array of products.

To get your home on a healthy track, see the full list of resources at medium.com/@UrbanResilience/ new-resources-for-healthierhomes-969ea188ae0b.

For local resources, visit Colorado Green Building Guild at cgbg.org.

Jeannie is a graduate of Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas with a degree in business administration. Her career has spanned more than 20 years in the financial services industry where she specialized in Institutional Fixed Income Sales and Trading. She became an entrepreneur and owner of a women’s boutique on the Treasure Coast in Florida before moving to Colorado. Prior to moving to Boulder and joining RE/MAX of Boulder, she was a broker associate at Bray Real Estate in Grand Junction. For questions, e-mail Jeannie at jeanneb@ boulderco.com, call 970.773.6254 or visit boulderco.com.

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The 4 most common mortgage and real estate scams and how to stop them instructions you already have, says Odeta Kushi, senior economist with First American Financial Corporation. Always confirm the escrow account number before wiring money, and call your settlement agent to verify the transfer of the funds immediately after you’re done, she advises.

In 2017 alone, 9,645 victims reported real estate fraud, resulting in losses of more than $56.2 million, according to data from the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Internet Crime Complaint Center. (Photo: Shutterstock).

Deborah Kearns Bankrate.com The last thing consumers should have to worry about is being scammed when they buy or rent a home, or consider refinancing options. Unfortunately, criminals are getting more creative in how they target their victims, leading to major financial headaches for their unsuspecting victims.

In 2017 alone, 9,645 victims reported real estate fraud, resulting in losses of more than $56.2 million, according to data from the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Internet Crime Complaint Center.

Many people are too embarrassed to file complaints, making it harder to catch the scammers who repeatedly victimize unwitting homeowners and homebuyers, says Melinda Opperman, executive vice president of community outreach and industry relations with credit.org – a nonprofit credit counseling agency and member of the National Foundation for Credit Counseling, or NFCC. “It’s a huge problem,” Opperman says. “A lot of the time, people don’t realize that using public WiFi connections where they conduct personal business through email or websites opens them up to (these scams) because the communications are not secure.”

Here are four common real estate and mortgage scams to keep on your radar – and tips to avoid becoming a scammer’s next victim.

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Escrow wire fraud What it looks like: You get an e-mail, phone call or text from someone purporting to be from the title or escrow company with instructions on where to wire your escrow funds. Fraudsters set up fake websites that appear similar to the title or lending company you’re working with, making it seem like the real deal. Scammers use spoofing tactics to make phone numbers, websites and e-mail addresses appear familiar, but one number or letter is off – an easy thing to miss at first glance, Opperman says.

So you follow the wire instructions and assume all is well when, in fact, you’ve just become the latest victim of escrow fraud. The scammers? They’ve withdrawn the funds from an offshore account somewhere and are sailing into the sunset with your hard-earned money.

Meanwhile, you have few options for retrieving it.

How to protect yourself: Before you send money to a third party, go back to the original documents you received from your lender and call the phone numbers listed there to verify the wiring instructions you received. Never click on e-mail or text links, or send money online, without verifying wire instructions with a live person on the phone from a number that you’ve called and verified, Opperman says.

Be wary of any e-mail or text requesting a change to wiring

Loan flipping What it looks like: Loan flipping is when a predatory lender persuades a homeowner to refinance their mortgage repeatedly, often borrowing more money each time.

The scammer charges high fees and points with each transaction, and homeowners get stuck with higher loan payments they can’t afford after being duped into borrowing most of their home’s equity, Opperman says.

Seniors with memory impairment are especially vulnerable to these scams because they have significant home equity and may not realize they’re being taken advantage of, Opperman says. Predatory lenders convince homeowners they can help them find a better loan product or use a cash-out refinance to pay for home renovations to make their homes more accessible as they age in place, Opperman says.

How to protect yourself: Elderly homeowners who have cognitive issues should involve a trusted relative or friend in any key financial discussion, especially about tapping home equity.

If you’ve recently completed mortgage refinance, it’s usually not in your best interest to do another transaction right away, Opperman says.

If predatory lenders are actively seeking you out and you haven’t requested their help, that’s another warning sign that something is off. Work only with known banks or lenders, and question all fees and penalties presented to you, Opperman says. Lenders are required to provide loan estimates and closing disclosures that list all fees and third-party costs; review these documents carefully, or have a trusted advisor do this, if you are refinancing your mortgage.

Foreclosure relief What it looks like: People who fall on hard times and get behind

on their mortgage payments can become desperate to save their homes. That’s when scammers, who have access to public records of homes in pre-foreclosure, swoop in with offers of foreclosure relief to capitalize on homeowners’ vulnerability, Opperman says.

“Scammers will claim that they can help homeowners save their homes and reduce their mortgage payments for a large, up-front fee,” Opperman says, “but they often leave our clients in worse financial shape.”

Some fraudsters claim they’re affiliated with the government or government housing assistance programs, and can swindle homeowners out of hundreds or even thousands of dollars in fees, according to the Federal Trade Commission, or FTC. How to protect yourself: The best way to avoid foreclosure is to work directly with your loan servicer to modify your existing loan, request forbearance, or make some other arrangement.

Homeowners can first enlist the help of a HUD-accredited housing counselor to see what options they have, then include their counselor on a three-way call to their lender to find solutions, Opperman says.

“A scammer will tell you not to talk to your lender, and that’s a huge red flag,” Opperman says.

“It’s hard to speak to your lender when you’re in imminent default or become delinquent because you’re afraid it might speed up (losing your home). But you have to open the lines of communication with your lender.”

Rental scams What it looks like: Scammers post property rental ads on Craigslist or social media pages to lure in unsuspecting renters, sometimes using photos from other listings.

The scammers, who have no connection to the property or its owner, will ask for an upfront payment to let you see the property or hold it as a deposit. In reality, they’re just looking to get quick cash through nefarious means.

Rental scams are alarmingly common. An estimated 5.2 million U.S. renters say they have lost money from rental fraud, according to a recent survey from ApartmentList. Younger renters are the likeliest victims, with 9.1 percent of 18- to 29-year-old renters having lost money on such a scam, compared with 6.4 percent of all renters, the survey revealed.

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more than $1,000, likely after paying a security deposit or rent on a fake rental property, ApartmentList found.

How to protect yourself: Be suspicious of anyone who asks for a cash deposit upfront to see a property, says Nicole Durosko of Warburg Realty in New York City. Ensure you’re dealing with the real property owner before negotiating rental terms or seeing a property in person. You can search the local property appraiser’s website to find out who the current property owner is and look for contact information online.

“Avoid doing transactions via e-mail or on the phone,” Durosko says. “It’s best to be face-to-face to confirm the property ownership, sign any required documentation, and (make a) payment.”

Use a check (never cash) to make a payment so you have an automatic receipt of it, Durosko advises. Finally, always insist on speaking with the property owner before signing a contract or making a payment if someone says they’re representing the owner. If someone claims to be a real estate agent, ask to see their license and take a picture of it so you can confirm the information

online through your state’s division of real estate licensing, Durosko says.

Next steps to take if you’re targeted Trust your gut if something doesn’t feel right or seems too good to be true. Work with only professional lenders associated with local and/or national trade associations, and ask for referrals from family members and friends. If you’re an older homeowner (or a caregiver to someone who is), be on your guard when companies pressure you to tap your home equity.

If you suspect a scammer is trying to target you, don’t open any email links or respond to any messages. Instead, report the activity to your local police department. To report fraud, identity theft or financial scams, visit the FTC’s complaint website, click on the FTC Complaint Assistant icon, and answer the questions. (Note: As of Jan. 15, 2019, complaints are not being processed due to the ongoing partial government shutdown.)

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What new 2019 loan limits mean for you The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) raised the baseline conforming loan limit for 2019, and this will have an impact on borrowers for the year ahead.

The “conforming BY SABRINA LEE loan limit” is Elevations the amount Credit Union that a singlefamily mortgage origination balance must be below for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to purchase it, by law. Read on to find out how the limits affect you, the borrower, and what the limits are in Colorado counties we serve.

What does it mean for borrowers?

Higher conforming loan limits are an “added value” to the consumer. It allows you to purchase a higher-priced home but keep your loan amount in a conforming loan limit that provides greater flexibility with underwriting

guidelines and programs.

What are the new limits in Colorado counties for one-unit properties?

In Boulder County, the high balance limit for conforming loans is $626,750.

In Adams, Arapahoe, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas and Jefferson Counties, the high balance limit for conforming loans is $561,200.

In other counties (including Larimer and Weld Counties), the new conforming loan limit is $484,350.

The increased conforming loan limits went into effect nationwide on January 1, 2019. Loans locked in December 2018 but closing in 2019 are eligible. For more on the new loan limits, including why the loan limit has increased, visit elevationscu.com/mortgageblog.

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Q: Now that we found our dream home, how can we protect ourselves regarding the purchase contract our agent wants us to sign? – Meg A: The purchase and closing of your new home is one of the most complex and stressful times most people will endure. Buying a house is not something that people do every day and anything unknown can be frightening. The key to getting through the process smoothly is knowledge.

It is always a good idea to hire an attorney to help you through the process and to have someone in your corner, but the simple reality is that the large majority of people do not do this. If you decide to go it on your own, there are still some things you can do to make the process easier.

The first time most buyers see the purchase contract is after they find a home and their real estate agent wants to send it to the seller right away. With this time crunch, it will be almost impossible to read the long and technical contract, let alone understand it. This is easily avoided because almost all transactions use a fill-in the blanks form contract.

Ask your agent for a blank copy and read it before your even start looking at homes. Ask your agent, or research on the internet, any parts of the contract that you don’t understand.

Remember that even if there is a “normal” way of doing things, everything in the contract is negotiable. You may be able to get a better price by, for example, agreeing to pay a closing cost

that the seller would traditionally pay. You also need to understand the various contingencies and time periods in the contract. Just because your agent feels your offer will be “stronger” to the seller if you enter into an “as-is” contract, it may not be a good idea if you don’t have the extra cash to make the repairs.

You also want to make sure all of the deadlines, such as for getting a loan approval, performing inspections, and getting association approval, are long enough to actually accomplish those things.

Once everything is to your liking and understood, you can sign the contract – not before. After the contract is signed, you should write down all of the various deadlines in your calendar. These are very important and you can lose your deposit if a deadline is missed, even by a day.

Remember that what you agree to has consequences and the fact that you did not read or understand what you signed will not get you off the hook.

Gary M. Singer is an attorney and board-certified as an expert in real estate law by the Florida Bar. He practices real estate, business litigation and contract law from his office in Sunrise, Fla. He is the chairman of the Real Estate Section of the Broward County Bar Association and is a co-host of the weekly radio show Legal News and Review. He frequently consults on general real estate matters and trends in Florida with various companies across the nation. Send him questions online at sunsentinel.com/askpro or follow him on Twitter @GarySingerLaw.

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Open Every Day 10 am–6 pm. Brokers welcome. Homes available nationwide. Prices subject to change without notice. Photos are images only and should not be relied upon to confirm applicable features. *Offer, if any, is valid for new buyers who purchase a home in a participating community in Colorado and deposit between 1/26/19 and 2/18/19, sign an agreement of sale, and close on the home. Offers, incentives, and seller contributions, if any, vary by community and are subject to certain terms, conditions, and restrictions. Not all communities, not all home sites, and not all options and upgrades are included in the National Sales Event so see the Sales team in your desired community for availability and specific details.

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When should I splurge for the best materials?

A man removes an old windowin order to replace it in a home improvement project. (Photo: Dreamstime/TNS)

By Paul F.P. Pogue Angie’s List You get what you pay for, as the saying goes, and there are some areas where you shouldn’t skimp on quality – building materials and contractor services, for example. When you cut corners in important areas, you’ll typically end up paying a lot more in the long run. You might have higher

operating costs, have to pay extra to fix the mistakes made the first time around or replace something years before you should have to.

Insulation. Properly insulating your home improves comfort, increases energy efficiency and reduces heating and cooling costs.

According to the Energy Star program, 9 out of 10 American homes are under-insulated, so this is an easy way to boost efficiency.

Aim for the highest R value achievable within your budget.

Caulk. Less expensive caulking materials aren’t as flexible as higher-quality options, and they typically won’t adhere to surfaces for as long. For a lasting result, use the best possible caulk for the job. The higher quality makes a big difference; premium caulk can last 10 times longer than cheaper options.

Windows. Windows are expensive and labor-intensive. You also don’t tend to replace them for many years after you install them.

So, this is a job you definitely want to get done right the first time. Choose the most efficient

windows you can afford specific to your climate. You can cut heating and cooling costs by as much as 33 percent by paying extra for low-e storm windows.

Paint. Not all paints are created equal. Lower-quality paint tends to fade faster and require more volume for coverage than higherquality options, particularly in highly saturated colors. This is one area in which the benefit is immediately obvious. Economygrade paint may require two to three additional coats to achieve the same effect.

Roof replacement. Roofing is one of the biggest and most expensive jobs you’ll do on your house, and the consequences of a poor roofing job can be catastrophic. So, hire a reputable roofing contractor to install the best quality product you can afford. Also, higher quality materials generally have longer warranties, sometimes 50 years or more, so you’ll likely only have to pay for this project once.

Kitchen appliances. You’ll be putting appliances through heavy

use for years, especially the bigger ones like a refrigerator or oven.

Higher-end models are likely to last much longer, and you’ll get a longer warranty. Space matters, too. You might save a few bucks by reducing the storage space of a fridge or the usable area of an oven, but over the years you might regret the small savings at the cost of convenience.

Hiring a qualified professional.

The lowest bid won’t necessarily be the cheapest. Check references carefully and always be sure you’re working with a contractor who’s licensed, insured and experienced. You want someone who has done your specific kind of job before and knows what they’re doing. Also, never skip important permits and inspections.

If a contractor waves off the permitting process as no big deal, that’s a red flag.

Paul F.P. Pogue is a reporter for Angie’s List, a trusted provider of local consumer reviews and an online marketplace of services from top-rated providers.

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Preparing your home for an inspection When your home goes under contract for sale there is almost always an inspection scheduled by the buyer. As the seller there

BY RICK are several JACQUEMARD things you can Flatirons Home do to prepare Inspections the property.

The first thing you should do to get your home ready for an inspection is clean it. It sounds so simple but homeowners often overlook this one. Home inspectors are people first and inspectors second. As people, they may carry preconceived ideas of how well a home has been maintained. It’s a good idea to make a good impression. A clean house says you care about and take care of it.

An inspector will need access to all areas of a home. Remove January 25-26, 2019

anything that may be blocking access to your furnace, air conditioner and water heater. The inspector will need three to four feet of working space to inspect these items. Provide easy access to your basement and/or crawl space and attic as well. Leave all utilities turned on even if the house is vacant. The inspector will need to turn on the stove, run the dishwasher, test the furnace and air conditioning. Without the utilities on, the inspector may have to reschedule, which could delay the closing of your transaction.

There should be easy access to all exterior areas of the house. In the summer, cut down dead tree branches and clear brush from the foundation. Move items such as trash cans and BBQ grills away from the house. Leave the remote controls for your garage door opener or a key if the garage is unattached. Unlock the covers for your electrical box and sprinkler system. If there are any out

buildings be sure to leave keys. In winter clear snow from driveways, walkways, decks and patios as much as possible.

Be on time, most all inspectors will be. Sometimes, home inspectors are early. If an inspector makes an appointment with you for 9 a.m., have the house ready for inspection at 8:30. It’s also common for inspectors to start on the exterior of the home, so leave the shades down or drapes drawn until you are dressed. More than one unprepared seller has been “surprised” by a stranger in the backyard.

Buyers will often meet the inspector for a walk through towards the end of an inspection and would feel uncomfortable asking questions if the owner is present. Try to schedule a time for the inspection when you can be out of the house for at least three hours. If you have pets, take them with you if possible.

If you are aware of anything

that may be red flagged during an inspection, have repairs done prior to an inspection. Taking care of the situation prior to the inspection can eliminate frustration for both the seller and buyer. If repairs are not possible prior to the inspection be sure to list any repair issue in disclosures.

Finally, all invoices and documents regarding remodeling projects or new items such as a roof or furnace should be available to the inspector. If you’ve upgraded the electrical from ungrounded to grounded, installed a new roof, replaced a furnace or simply replaced a leaky faucet, find the paperwork. Any work done that required a permit should be documented. It will give the buyer peace of mind to know those items were re-inspected.

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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Boulder Creek Neighborhoods announces new community in Superior Rogers Farm to offer single-family homes near original town.

Boulder Creek seeks to deliver features that buyers are asking for to support their dream lifestyles. That’s the driving force behind the new series at Rogers Farm. (Photos: Boulder Creek Neighborhoods).

By Sarah Huber

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oulder Creek Neighborhoods, the awardwinning homebuilder based in Downtown Louisville, is announcing a new lowmaintenance community in Superior. The neighborhood is called Rogers Farm, and is planned to open for sale in Spring 2019 with a limited offering of single-family homes at the corner of Second and Douglas Streets in Original Town Superior.

The home sites at Rogers Farm were first platted at Superior’s founding in the late 1800s.

Today, Superior is known as a “Best Place to Live”, ranked fourth in Colorado in 2018 by Niche.com. Located directly across from the newly developed Superior Town Center, Rogers Farm will offer almost too-goodto-be-true conveniences including access to shops, restaurants, hotels and US-36 for quick jaunts into Boulder and Denver.

Boulder Creek has history in Superior – recently completing the successful Calmante townhome neighborhood, and currently selling the popular 12

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However, explains Jessica Champlin, Vice President of Marketing at Boulder Creek, “With as popular as Superior is with home shoppers, new single-family homes are a bit of a rarity.”

Seeking to fill this niche, Boulder Creek is looking to unveil a brand new series of single family home designs for Rogers Farm. True to the builder’s roots, the homes at Rogers Farm will be low-maintenance, meaning outdoor chores like front lawn maintenance and snow removal will be managed on behalf of the homeowner. “We’re excited to offer new features at Rogers Farm, in addition to carrying on our tradition of low-maintenance living,” said Champlin.

New homes, new features Boulder Creek’s homes at Rogers Farm will be a bit of a departure from the builder’s well-known and award-winning patio home designs. This new series focuses more on traditional two-story layouts – with a master bedroom upstairs and a main-floor master design (with additional bedrooms

upstairs), ranging from 2,400 to 2,800 square feet.

“Our patio homes appeal to baby boomers and empty nesters who are ready to leave stairs behind,” explains Champlin, “but we talk to younger homebuyers every day who are looking for a low-maintenance home to meet their needs as well.” These buyers are looking for innovative features to support their own active lifestyles. Rogers Farm is set to deliver unique options; two to four-car garages with oversized garage doors, above-garage storage space, oversize sliding glass doors to bring the outdoors in, large family foyers, right-sized fenced backyards, guest suites and dedicated home offices.

Of course, Rogers Farm also showcases home features that today’s buyer has come to expect – spacious kitchens, open floorplans for flexible living and entertaining, and essential outdoor relaxing spaces for Colorado evenings. Three to five bedrooms will ensure plenty of privacy for families, guests, or maybe college students back

for (hopefully) short stays. The tall ceilings, classic finishes, and innovative touches at Rogers Farm will impart a distinctly Colorado, dynamic feel to this exclusive Superior neighborhood of just 26 homes.

It’s clear that these homes have been designed with the buyer in mind.

“Listening is part of our DNA,” says Champlin. “We seek to deliver features in our homes that buyers are asking for to support their dream lifestyles.

That’s the driving force behind the new series at Rogers Farm.”

Low-maintenance solutions designed with your time in mind Indeed, Boulder Creek is delivering low-maintenance solutions to traveling professionals, working parents, and locals in retirement who yearn for mornings without snow shoveling, weekends without mowing, and free time to enjoy all that Colorado has to offer.

“We’re excited to bring a low-maintenance lifestyle into a different segment of the housing

Rogers Farm homes will focus on traditional two-story layouts – with a master bedroom upstairs and a main-floor master design (with additional bedrooms upstairs), ranging from 2,400 to 2,800 square feet. (Renderings: Boulder Creek Neighborhoods).

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market,” says Champlin. “So often, our patio homes don’t really accommodate the family buyer – even those that are seeking a home that provides the opportunity for less chores and more free time.”

Regardless of floorplan, each Boulder Creek home weaves quality construction with a commitment to low-maintenance living long before a foundation is poured. “Our homes are designed from the outset to be low-maintenance,” said Boulder Creek Marketing Coordinator Adrian Johnson. Whether that’s in the materials selected, the modern construction techniques employed, or the Energy Star-rated highefficiency appliances installed in the home, each decision is driven by the desire to keep the home as low-maintenance as possible.

“These low-maintenance features help you worry less about the home, and they also benefit your monthly energy spend,” mentions Johnson. Rogers Farm homes will include top Energy Star-rated appliances and high-efficiency furnaces. This commitment to quality enables Boulder Creek to offer their homeowners peace-of-mind – not something you can find in an aging resale home.

Champlin concurs, “From the

plan designs to the materials used to the layout of the community and the landscaping, Boulder Creek Neighborhoods is very intentional to build a lowmaintenance community that enhances the lifestyle of the homeowner.”

Superior’s superior views, local flavor With easy access to the Coal Creek Trail and surrounding open space, homeowners will enjoy walking, biking, and hiking in the foothills. Superior counts more than 590 acres of parks, green space and open space and 27 miles of trails within the town’s four square miles.

Moreover, just across the street from Rogers Farm is a revitalization of Original Town Superior well underway.

Restaurants, boutique hotels, retail shopping, indoor sports facility and more are taking shape. “Superior is enjoying a rejuvenation in the front yard of this neighborhood, and it’s all uniquely walkable,” Johnson said.

The Denver Airport is 30 minutes away, and there’s no shortage of things to do throughout Boulder County, with its proximity to the mountains, prime eateries, craft breweries and Make life easier.

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Boulder Creek’s patio homes appeal to baby boomers and empty nesters who are ready to leave stairs behind but they also appeal to younger homebuyers who are looking for a low-maintenance home to meet their needs as well.

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Homes at Rogers Farm are scheduled to open for sale in Spring of 2019 and are limited in availability. “We are very pleased with the high interest already generated for Rogers Farm and urge interested families to contact us soon because only 26 lots are available,” Champlin said. She recommends joining the interest list at DwellRogersFarm.com to be the first to learn about

community development updates, launch events, and the first release of floorplans, homesite maps and final pricing. Champlin anticipates homes will be priced in the mid$800s – quite a value for a new home in any Boulder County neighborhood. Boulder Creek’s sales concierge team is available seven days a week to answer questions and add you to the Rogers Farm interest list. Reach them by calling 720.594.5358.

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Go native at this don’t-miss conference Conference and seminar planners have been busy this winter, planning an array of classes to expand gardeners’ minds and feed their souls. If you’re looking

BY CAROL to changeup O’MEARA your landscape Colorado State by going back University Extension to natives, check out Landscaping with Colorado Native Plants, Saturday, February 16 at the Tivoli Turnhalle, Auraria Campus, Denver.

This blockbuster natives event has grown in popularity and sells out each year. If you’re interested in design, construction, and inspiration for using natives in your garden, this is the mustattend event of the spring.

Kicking off the event is Andrea DeLong-Amaya, director of horticulture with the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center in Austin, Texas.

After the morning Keynote, participants can choose to attend smaller breakout sessions, focusing your education on what helps you plan for success with native plants.

In the first breakout session, enjoy either New to Natives: Plant It and They Will Come: Habitat Gardening with author Susan Tweit or Know the Natives: Historic Uses of Colorado Native Plants with Jim Tolstrup, Executive Director of the High Plains Environmental Center in Loveland.

In session two, check out: New to Natives: Adding Native Plants to Your Existing Landscape Colorado State University’s Ronda Koski or Know the Natives: Penstemons for Colorado Gardens

If you’re looking to changeup your landscape by going back to natives, check out Landscaping with Colorado Native Plants, Saturday, February 16 at the Tivoli Turnhalle, Auraria Campus, Denver. (Photo: Shutterstock)

with Denver Botanic Gardens’ Mike Kintgen.

Sessions four and five include New to Natives: Plant This, Not That: Colorado Native Plant Alternatives to Common Garden Plants with Colorado State University Extension Agent Deryn Davidson, Know the Natives: Native Grasses with Denver Botanic Gardens’ Nick Daniel, New to Natives: Natives for Year Round Interest with Colorado State University Extension Agent Irene Shonle, and Know the Natives: Colorado Native Plants on Green Roofs With Colorado State University’s Jennifer Bousselot.

Closing the day is a rousing Keynote by noted horticulturist Pat Hayward, who is speaking on The Nature of Colorado’s Native Plant Industry: Unveiling the Mysteries Behind Supply, Demand,

and Selection.

Snacks are provided with your registration fee and vendor booths will be open during registration, lunch, and breaks. Sponsoring organizations include the Butterfly Pavilion, Colorado State University Extension, Colorado Native Plant Master Program, Colorado Native Plant Society, Denver Botanic Gardens, Front Range Wild Ones, High Plains Environmental Center and Susan J Tweit, author.

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 Colorado State University 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.

IF YOU GO: What: Landscaping with Colorado Native Plants conference When: Saturday, Feb. 16, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: Auraria Campus, Tivoli Turnhalle Hall, 900 Auraria Pkwy., Denver Cost: $90, student cost: $45 with valid student ID Registration Information: Visit landscapingwithcoloradonativeplants .wordpress.com

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3234 47th street $550,000 Saturday & Sunday 12:00 PM-2:00 PM Nick Duncan LIV Sotheby`s International Realty (303) 596-5030

2135 spruce street 6 $600,000 Saturday & Sunday 1:00 PM-3:00 PM Mike Moger WK Real Estate (303) 541-1920

7286 siena Way $625,000 Sunday 1:00 PM-3:00 PM Dale Pearson RE/MAX of Boulder (303) 818-5640

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4789 sunshine canyon drive

$635,000 Saturday 12:00 PM-3:00 PM Tom Pringle RE/MAX Alliance (303) 921-2668

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$639,900 Sunday 12:00 PM-2:00 PM Linda Davidson Berkshire Hathaway (720) 203-7200

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$649,990 Saturday 12:00 PM-2:00 PM Art Schwadron RE/MAX of Boulder (303) 819-9865

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$927,000 Sunday 12:00 PM-2:00 PM Denise Maslanka RE/MAX of Boulder (303) 441-5676

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$939,000 Sunday 12:00 PM-2:00 PM Charlie Matzen WK Real Estate (303) 541-1903

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2550 Winding river drive #e-2 $419,000 Sunday 1:00 PM-3:00 PM Patrick Dolan Patrick Dolan (303) 441-5642

15675 deer mountain circle $1,150,000 Saturday & Sunday 12:00 PM-3:00 PM David Scott Colorado Landmark (303) 588-8358

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8020 N. 81st Street $1,600,000 Sunday 1:00 PM-3:30 PM Rob Justis WK Real Estate (720) 564-6061

5101 Saint Vrain Road $3,350,000 Saturday 10:00 AM-12:00 PM The Bernardi Group The Bernardi Group (303) 402-6000

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130 Regal Street $519,000 Saturday & Sunday 10:00 AM-1:00 PM Mary Ellen Wood RE/MAX of Boulder (303) 717-3003

1011 Harper St $599,900 Saturday 1:00 PM-3:00 PM Maria Scroggs Colorado Landmark (303) 345-3359 1396 Snowberry Lane - Model Home

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Expert tips on how to make orchids bloom and thrive

By Doreen Christensen Sun Sentinel

4146 Heatherhill Circle - Longmont Luxurious new construction in Somerset Meadows, Move in Ready! Custom ranch masterpiece backing to open space w/ 7,049 sq ft, 5 beds w/ main floor master retreat, 5 baths, walk-out bsmt w/ 9’ ceilings, 3-car garage w/ heated drive & elegant finishes throughout! Gourmet kitchen, custom cabinetry, built-in appliances, butler pantry, formal dining, study, large mud rm/laundry, wet bar, wine cellar, dual HVAC & 2 tankless water htrs, wrap around trex deck w/ mountain views! Minutes to dining, shopping & Boulder!

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Orchids can intimidate budding and experienced gardeners alike.

Joan Connors, a retired greenhouse manager of the American Orchid Society, has a few tips to help keep plants healthy, happy and blooming.

“I love growing orchids, because there is always a new flower to surprise me,” says Connors, of Deerfield Beach, Fla. “They give me joy every day.”

Connors, who retired in 2011 when the AOS headquarters moved to Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables, also was past president and is a trustee of the Fort Lauderdale Orchid Society. She helps organize the club’s annual orchid show and sale.

Q: What is the easiest orchid to grow?

A: Phalaenopsis. It requires little maintenance. Just water it once a week and it should flower. Phals

will be in full bloom now through March, and hybridized versions of the plants bloom a few times a year. Also, ask the grower you purchase plants from for culture instructions and visit AOS.org for more tips on commonly grown orchids.

Q: What is the biggest mistake most gardeners make with orchids?

A: Over-watering will kill a plant faster than anything else, because the roots rot. Generally, water plants once a week and keep them in indirect light, and they should do well.

Q: Is fertilizer necessary?

A: Orchids get hungry, and fertilizer is their food. They expend a lot of energy producing those beautiful blooms. Try generic Miracle-Gro plant food.

You must be very careful to follow package instructions when fertilizing so you don’t burn the leaves, roots and blooms. There is one rule: Water with fertilizer,

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weekly and weakly.

Q: Where is the best place to keep orchids?

A: Most orchids, especially phals, do not appreciate direct sun, so keep them in indirect light on a patio or strapped to a tree with a dense canopy or dappled light.

Q: What are the benefits of joining a local orchid society?

A: Clubs offer a wealth of information, and experts can help you learn more about specific species and their culture. Plus, you meet people that have the same success and failures that you have and you can learn from each other.

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By Cathy Hobbs Tribune News Service From ruby to rich burgundy, red is a powerful accent color when used purposefully in a space. One key design tip to remember is that it isn’t taboo to mix shades and tones of red.

So where to begin? Here are some design recipes tips to help get you started.

Dos • Do utilize a technique called “color mapping”. This involves repeating the same or similar color, in this instance red, throughout a space.

• Do mix different shades and tones of red in the same room.

• Do use red as an accent color.

• Do layer your color, by creating different “color opportunities” throughout a space.

• Do infuse color in a space through the use of accessories such as artwork, toss pillows, blooms and books.

Don’ts • Don’t overwhelm a space with too much color. Often, “less is more.”

• Don’t forget that red can be blended in a space with foundation colors such as black, white and taupe.

• Don’t overlook the opportunity to use

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bright shades of red in dark spaces, which often can serve to help “cheer up” a space.

• Don’t miss small design opportunities to introduce a “pop of red” – often small touches such as a single bloom or coffee-table book can make a powerful statement.

• Don’t use color as an afterthought.

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Easy and attractive ways to live green great conversation starter and an easy way to enhance your greenery. All you have to do is purchase the necessary equipment – a beekeeping suit, beehive and harvesting materials – and the bees will do the rest. If you’re worried about the visual appeal of a small wooden box on the edge of your property, try painting the hive a neutral color so it blends in. Or, better yet, take the opportunity to decorate it with floral designs.

More bees mean more pollination, so expect your yard to thank you for your efforts with larger vegetables and more plentiful flowers. The best part?

Free honey.

A green wall is a beautiful design trend and a great way to help the environment. (Photo: Dreamstime).

By Jenna Schuster HomeAdvisor Don’t let visions of clunky solar panels and backbreaking work make you shy away from sustainable living. Recent innovations make it easier than ever to live a green lifestyle without sacrificing style. Check out some of the new, beautiful and trendy ways you can create an environmentally friendly home.

Reduce your carbon footprint with green walls Also known as “living walls,” green walls are trending due to their numerous health benefits and interior functionality.

Basically, these walls are vertical indoor gardens covered with

living greenery. Green walls filter harmful toxins from the air and produce oxygen. They help cool the air in the summer, keep it warm during the winter, aid with noise reduction and even help with fire-proofing.

Though a green wall does require more maintenance than a regular one, it isn’t much more trouble than looking after a potted plant. After the initial cost to install, a living wall pays for itself in style and function.

Lower greenhouse gas emissions with a green roof Green roofs are similar to green walls but offer even more benefits to your home. Let a professional install a protective layer and some low-lying greenery on a flat

portion of your roof and reap the rewards. Green roofs come with all of the perks that green walls offer, and they act as a great insulator for your home. They can reduce cooling costs by up to 75 percent.

Plus, a green roof is easier to care for than a green wall. Since it is located outside, the roof gets most of its nutrients from the rain and sun. You will need to inspect the roof annually to check for leaks, but it is otherwise lowmaintenance.

Save the honeybees with urban beekeeping Does your yard need a facelift?

Become an urban beekeeper and give endangered honeybees a home. This cheap hobby is a

Embrace renewable energy with solar shingles Many people love the idea of solar power but shy away from the idea of unattractive solar panels cluttering the roof. Thankfully, recent innovation has led to the creation of solar shingles. Solar shingles come in the form of tiles and can either fit over your existing roof, or act as the roof itself depending on the brand.

Either way, they’re a simple, attractive and seamless way to get solar energy into your home.

Be warned: The upfront cost for these roof tiles is formidable.

However, they are known to be as durable as or stronger than regular shingles, and they’ll save you a ton of money on electric bills.

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ROLLINSVILLE | 60 COLORADO STREET

BOULDER | 567 LARAMIE BOULEVARD

LAFAYETTE | 404 E. CHESTER STREET B

3 BR * 2 BA * 1728 TSF (862152) * $315,000

3 BR * 4 BA * 2619 TSF (869524) * $815,000

4 BR * 4 BA * 2662 TSF (870125) * $645,000

BOULDER | 4581 ROBINSON PLACE

BOULDER | 4522 13TH STREET 6-F

4 BR * 3 BA * 3358 TSF (870154) * $1,175,000

2 BR * 3 BA * 1762 TSF (870162) * $825,000

ERIE | 1108 LASNIK STREET 4 BR * 4 BA * 3788 TSF (870168) * $535,000

BOULDER | 503 KALMIA AVENUE

GREELEY | 5700 W. 5TH STREET ROAD

THORNTON | 4225 E. 119TH PLACE F

5 BR * 4 BA * 5112 TSF (870279) * $3,150,000

4 BR * 3 BA * 3927 TSF (870311) * $506,000

2 BR * 2 BA * 951 TSF (870420) * $219,900

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