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Good journalism, like great wine, is a commodity that should be sampled and enjoyed often. Indulging in researched, BY CAROL well-written O’MEARA articles keeps Colorado State the mind University Extension sharp and expands our understanding of the world. But as you consume your information, keep in mind the region you live in and look for local sources of information if you have questions. Recently the New Yorker magazine published an article by Kathryn Schulz that has gardeners nervous here in Colorado. An in-depth look at the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug, it described an invasive insect wreaking widespread havoc on crops and homes. Honestly, the makers of the Walking Dead would have been better off with producing Night of the Invading Stinkbugs. As good writers can do, the tale she told was gripping. And because many humans fear insects, it was ﬁlled with an element of horror: thousands of invading insects entering the home in one evening, a night spent frantically exterminating them, and weeks and months of lingering infestation. The kicker in the article is the claim that this is occurring across the county, stating that the bug has spread to 43 of the 48 continental states and “has overrun homes, gardens, and farms in one location after another.” Understandably, people here became alarmed. Emails, phone calls, and letters have arrived asking about this bug in our area. Yes, it has been found in Colorado. In that, we are listed as one of the unlucky 43 states. But according to our state Entomologist Dr. Whitney Cranshaw: “We have found it many times in the state, probably

The Brown Marmorated Stink Bug invasion is making its way across the country— even to Colorado. (Shutterstock)

about five years ago for the first time. But it seems to die out or certainly is not thriving anywhere in the state. This is an insect we have watched for in Colorado for many years. Over the years we have had scattered reports of it; usually when one or two (rarely more) were found in a home. And on occasion we have had a field sample with nymphs confirming some reproduction.” But not one of the sites where this insect has been reported in Colorado was it ever subsequently reported, Cranshaw said. This is good news, counteracting the image that thousands upon thousands of stinkbugs are poised to turn our homes and croplands into a seething, smelly morass. Said Cranshaw in an email “I do not think that this is one that will be a big problem in this part of the country. Even in the mid-Atlantic area, where it first established, numbers have declined a lot in recent years. Indeed, I was surprised to read the New Yorker article at this point in time as I thought it would have been something more appropriate to have written a few years ago.” Concern over invasive insects is well-founded; with both Emerald Ash Borer and Japanese beetles we have ample evidence that some can cause problems for Colorado. But in this case,

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we may have dodged the bug. “Some invasives do better here than they do in the east, many do worse; the emerald ash borer and Japanese beetles are exceptions,” said Cranshaw. “There is little overlap with the kinds of insects one ﬁnds in yard/gardens - and the nuisance invaders that migrate into homes - here in Colorado with what occurs in Pennsylvania or North Carolina. We have our issues, like clover mites, cluster ﬂies, boxelder bugs, western conifer-seed bug, and miller moths, while they have theirs (multicolored Asian lady beetle, brown marmorated stink bug). I was much more worried about this insect a few years ago and now doubt it will ever amount to anything much in this state.” 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. March 24-25, 2018

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Put bee-friendly flowers anywhere with portable pollinator gardens By Debbie Arrington The Sacramento Bee (TNS) To bees, size doesn’t matter. They don’t care how much space a landscape may cover. These pollinators prefer to focus on flowers. And they will find them. On patios or decks, in window boxes or wine barrels, bees will come buzzing if they discover something they like in bloom. “When we talk about pollinators, we (garden experts) make it all really complicated,” said Ellen Zagory, director of public horticulture for the UC Davis Arboretum. “We stress to plant for a long season of bloom and offer lots of (plant) suggestions, but that’s mostly for people with a big garden and a lot of space. “But you can still have pollinators in a smaller space, like a deck or a patio,” she added. “Anywhere the flowers can get sun.” The key: Create a portable pollinator garden. “It’s small and easy,” Zagory said. “Then, you can relax and enjoy it. You can move it around to find the right spot. The bees will like it, too.” The plight of honeybees, threatened by Colony Collapse Disorder, continues to concern gardeners as well as environmental and agricultural experts. “It’s not just the honeybees,” Zagory said. “All the bees need help.” By adding pots of nectar- or pollen-filled flowers, gardeners can help bees in spots that are usually barren. “People just want to do the right thing, but they don’t know

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On patios or decks, in window boxes or wine barrels, bees will come buzzing if they discover something they like in bloom. (Dreamstime)

what to do,” Zagory said. “So, we’ve tried to simplify (recommendations) to make it easier.” For starters, try a trio. Choose three different flowering plants for the same large pot. “Think of it like a flower arrangement: One tall, one medium, one low-growing,” she said. “Thrill, fill, spill; a tall plant provides the thrill, the medium fills the middle while trailing plants spill over the edge.” Anything in the daisy and mint families are candidates for bee-friendly containers. Zagory recommends blanket flowers (Gaillardia) with their “thrilling” red, orange and yellow petals. For spill, little seaside daisies (Erigeron) attract little native bees while cascading over a container’s rim. As fill, colorful catmint (Nepeta) pumps flowers into any gaps. Zagory has become a devoted proponent of pollinators, adding

flowers that will attract bees, birds and butterflies wherever she can. In the arboretum’s Terrace Gardens, a broad concrete walkway became a bee oasis with the addition of 45 large containers, planted mostly with low-water blooming perennials. “The pots ranged from 10 inches to 3 feet across,” Zagory said. “I experimented with lots of different combinations.” Artichokes and wallflowers, geraniums and salvias, oreganos and succulents; they provided portable color as well as mini-bee havens. “Some plants work better in pots than others.,” she added. “Succulents will last a long time (grown) in a container. They can go five years (without replanting or dividing), they’re so adapted to that space.” Among her favorites in her container experiment: Sedums. Also known as stonecrops, these plants can take a lot of abuse and

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adapt well to life in pots. Bright yellow Palmer’s sedum blooms throughout winter and early spring while Autumn Joy puts on its flower show in fall. “California natives, on the other hand, outgrew their pots right away. One goldenrod can fill a whole large pot on its own. The plants grow so fast, you can’t water them enough.” The asset that allows native plants to adapt so well to drought works against them in a container. “It’s their roots,” Zagory explained. “California natives have such strong roots. They grow out and down, in search of water. Their root systems quickly fill the whole pot.” Only the smaller native perennials such as the seaside daisy coped well with multiseason confinement in a container garden. Annuals such as dwarf sunflowers and California poppies produce flowers quickly and can grow in deeper containers, Zagory noted. “There are a lot of really good annuals that you can try. Remember: They need sun.” When planting a portable pollinator garden, start with good commercial potting soil, Zagory instructed. “Don’t use garden soil. We have too much clay. In the container, it shrinks and pulls away from the sides. (When irrigated), all the water goes down the sides and doesn’t hit the roots. where it’s needed.” Also, keep in mind that you want those plants to grow. Start small and let those transplants mature. They’ll be happier and bloom more. That makes the bees happy, too. “Plants need room to grow,” Zagory said, “even in a container.”

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SUN 1-3 1100 N TAFT AVE. 53, LOVELAND Impeccable renovated townhome - New kitchen w/upgraded cabinetry, SS appliances & quartz counters. Hardwood flooring, newly tiled showers in all 3 remodeled bthrms. New vinyl double pain windows, doors, light fixtures & baseboards. Maintenance free living at its finest! $295,000 MLS# 843516 Debbie Hansen 970-222-9618

WED-THURS & SAT 11-6, FRI & SUN 12-6 2960 KINCAID DR. #303, LOVELAND NOW PRE-SELLING Bldg 2. New 2 bed-2 bath, 1430 SF condo, lots of windows, granite in kitchen and island, SS appliances w/ fridge, laminate firs & A/C. Hurry…choose your colors by March 30th. $3K preferred lender incentive. Est. delivery Sept. Please visit onsite sales trailer.

$267,400 MLS# 843943 Christie Duggar 970-219-1138

SUN 12-2 1788 HORSESHOE DRIVE, LOVELAND

$900,000 MLS# 841682 Kristin Boeding 970-825-2242

SAT 12-2 657 COLORADO AVE., LOVELAND

Great Ranch style home in popular Seven Lakes! 4-bed, 4-bed, 2-bath, 1-car garage ranch-style home. Main floor 3-bath, 3-car garage, study, dining room & full finished master. Attention to detail. Beautiful updates with classic basement! Master has a 5-piece bathroom with jetted tub! charm. Enclosed back porch, on a large corner lot. Within walking distance to trails and ponds. Priced to sell quickly. 425,000 MLS# 844168 Georgena Arnett 970-481-9801

$350,000 MLS# 844354 Nicole Jewell 970-219-1904

SAT & SUN 11-3 585 CALLISTO DRIVE #103 Better then new 2 story townhome w/unfinished bsmt. 3bd 2.5ba open fl pl w/new carpet upgraded tile & knotty alder cabinets throughout. Oversized master has vaulted ceilings 5pc luxury ba, walk-in closet w/new wood laminate flrs. 2 outdoor spaces for entertainment. Private patio! MLS# 843996 $325,000

Natalie DeAngelis 970-631-6776 Beth Buman 720-313-1162

SAT 12-3 1017 E LONGS PEAK AVE., LONGMONT Custom built in Fox Hill Golf Course Community. Impeccable ranch style home. Main flr living has vaulted ceilings w/custom wood beams & gas fireplace. Formal dining rm w/wet bar & hardwood flrs. SS appliances. Fully finished bsmt w/rm for storage. New windows, furnace, sprinkler system & carpet.

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SAT 10-5 & SUN 11-5 386 PAVO PL., LOVELAND

SAT 10-5 & SUN 11-5 278 PAVO CT., LOVELAND

Brand new 2BD+study, 2BA ranch w/walk-out basement! Open floorplan w/wood plank laminate floors, kitchen w/granite counters, island with undermount sink & much more! Large deck & front landscaping included. Great location near Centerra! Visit Sales Center at 3085 Crux Dr.

New 3BD, 3BA 2-story. Open floorplan, well-appointed kitchen w/granite island, SS appl, gas range & beautiful cabinets. Front yard landscaping, 2 car attached garage & unfinished walkout basement. Great location near Centerra! Visit Sales Center at 3085 Crux Dr.

$368,950 MLS# 838485 Matt Nesbitt LeAnna 970-393-3102

TUES-SAT 10-6 & SUN 12-6 528 2ND STREET, SEVERANCE

SAT 10-6 & SUN 12-5 2621 BLUESTEM WILLOW DRIVE, LOVELAND

2-story floor plan with 4 beds, 3 baths and a 3-car garage. New community in Severance by DR Horton. Main floor study, loft, large kitchen pantry and island. Upgraded elevation with covered front porch, landscaping included. Model at 538 2nd St.

Wonderland homes at The Lakes at Centerra. Multiple luxury ranch style and 2 story homes. See completed model home, under construction spec homes including lakefront homesites and homes with low maintenance living.

MLS# 840184 $384,440 Tiffany Luthi 970-691-4838

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Nearly new 3 bed 4 bath ranch on a .26 acre lot overlooking Mariana Butte Golf Course. Over 5,000 total sq. ft. w/ 2,635 sq ft on the main. 3 car garage w/custom lift maximizing parking & storage options. Home is pre-inspected & includes Blue Ribbon Warranty.

$750,000 MLS# 842390 Beth Buman 720-313-1162

$359,950 MLS# 838486 Matt Nesbitt LeAnna 970-393-3102

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SUN 11-1 5548 ELK GROVE CT., LOVELAND

SUN 11-1 4822 COUNTY RD. 50, JOHNSTOWN Modern farmhouse style home on 2 acres minutes away from I 25! Build in 2016 w/spectacular finishes. Gorgeous mountain views from back deck. Wood flrs throughout main, SS appliances, quarts counter tops, spacious master w/2 walk in closets. Heated shop w/office. Don’t miss this opportunity!

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OPEN HOUSES THIS WEEKEND

SAT 1-3 130 IVY CT., WINDSOR

SAT 11-2 466 TERRITORY LANE, JOHNSTOWN

SAT 1-3 6860 CLEARWATER DRIVE, LOVELAND

SAT 10:30 – 12:30 7830 WINDSONG ROAD, WINDSOR

3 bed 3 bath updated split level w/4 car heated garage. Open floor plan, kitchen island opens into living room & eat in dining area. Lower level updated rec room w/½ bath. RV parking & extra storage. This is a must-see home & will not last long.

Darling ranch home in desirable Johnstown Farms Subdivision. 5 bedrooms and 3 baths with a 2 car garage and finished basement that sits near a park and open space. Main floor laundry with 2 master suites.

Gorgeous ranch on Boyd Lake. Open flr plan w/ lrg eat-in kitchen. New appliances ’15, new furnace & A/C ’16, new roof ’14, & new tank-less water heater ’15. Two living areas on main flr. Large DR, 4 bdrm, PLUS office, & 4 baths. Spacious master w/ 5-pc en suite. Large finished bsmt w/ theater rm, workout rm, bdrm, & ¾ bath. Home comes w/ lake rights.

Main floor has formal dining, study, 3 beds & 3 baths. Kitchen with custom maple cabinets, granite counters, island, nook, butler’s pantry & maple wood flooring. Basement has theatre area, family room, 2 beds with Jack & Jill bath.

$327,500 MLS# 842144 Bob Skillman 970-631-2257

$360,000 MLS# 842981 Jamie Kimberlin 970-573-7465

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The wee-Coltage concept is something dillerent in Colorado's red-hol real estate market. (Photo. Boulder Creek Neighborhoods).

Announcing Low-Maintenance Wee-Cottage® at Blue Vista In Longmont by Boulder Creek Neighborhoods Following the successful launch of their wee-Cottage® series in Loveland and in Stapleton, awardwinning homebuilder Boulder Creek Neighborhoods has announced plans to bring the “right-sized” home series to Blue Vista in Longmont. lTiis new neighborhood, located off of Quail Road near the Longmont Recreation Center, will soon be home to just over 100 weeCottages. The size of the average American home has nearly tripled between the 1950s and today. As square footage has grown to “keep up with the Joneses”, so have prices. Because both cost and size have ballooned over the past decades, many buyers are finding themselves priced out of the market, or faced with an inventory of homes that don’t really meet their needs. The wee-Cottage concept is something different in Colorado’s red-hot real estate market. With a total size of around 1,000 square feet, the homes are designed to be efficient, functional and low-maintenance. With new home sizes and prices

continuing to increase, those looking to “right size”, or move into a home that is the right size for their needs, are often left with little or no options. The driving force behind the design of Boulder Creek’s wee-Cottage is to offer a home with a smaller footprint and a smaller price tag. To a wee-Cottage homeowner, that means more opportunity for a life fully lived whatever that might mean. Boulder Creek’s homes are known for their signature style of low-maintenance living: many time-consuming outdoor homemaintenance chores are managed on the homeowner’s behalf. The same is true for wee-Cottage. A wee-Cottage owner can now focus on their free time, rather than shoveling snow or mowing front yards. What makes the wee-Cottage really unique in the new home market are the square-footages, which range from around 900 to around 1200 square-feet. Though more petite in square feet, the insides of wee-Cottage feel open,

spacious and refreshing. Unlike a “tiny home,” the wee-Cottage floorplans were designed with a full-scale lifestyle in mind. That means the homes accommodate standard-sized furniture - full sized couches and queen beds. The kitchens feature full-sized appliances, cabinets, and even available islands in some plans. Main floors also offer powder bath options, coat closets, and pantries (depending on the plan). Blue Vista will feature both a ranch-style wee-Cottage and several two-story Cottage designs. Many homebuyers focus their search on the resale market because of price point - the average price of a new home in the Denver Metro Area is now above $500,000. These buyers often choose to remodel an aging resale home, adding time and cost along the way. Building techniques have come a long way, and even a home built in 2000 will likely be less efficient than one built today. The wee-Cottages from Boulder Creek are built with the latest in building techniques

and materials - including l-'nergy Star rated appliances. With fewer resources dedicated to energy bills, home maintenance, and remodel projects, new home owners are free to spend that time and money on things they love. Blue Vista in Longmont, Colorado Boulder Creek’s homes are known for their signature style of low-maintenance living: many time-consuming outdoor homemaintenance chores are managed on the homeowner’s behalf. (Photo: Boulder Creek Neighborhoods). Of course, buyers don’t have to sacrifice their personal tastes for their new home. A popular part of buying a wee-Cottage is what Boulder Creek calls “The Fun Part.” This is the personalization process where each buyer will choose their home finishes like flooring, cabinets, countertops, fixtures, and more. Some buyers have chosen contemporary finishes, while others are choosing a more traditional style for their new homes. Whatever your taste, a new wee-Cottage offers the rare opportunity to have a home that reflects your vision, without having to embark upon an expensive and time consuming home remodel. While some are choosing to remodel an aging resale home, there is no question that a new home has some strong advantages. The first is that building techniques have

Blue Vista is located off of Quail Road near the Longmont Recreation Center and Library. (Photo: Boulder Creek Neigr.borhoodsi. 6 AT HOME

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come a long way in the last few decades, and even a home built in 2000 will be less efficient than one built today. Current homebuyers are reporting savings of around 50% on their energy bills from homes built in the 1950s. With less resources dedicated to energy bills, home maintenance, and even major projects like remodels or a new roof, new home owners are free from the burden of their old home and are free to spend that time how they like. The wee-Cottages at Blue Vista are located just across the street from the recently-built Longmont Rec Center. Featuring several pools, daily fitness classes, and a climbing wall, there is something for everyone. For those that prefer to take in an art exhibit, the Longmont Museum is next door and offers rotating exhibitions, a summer concert series, performances, and other events. With less time spent on maintaining your home, and an exceptionally convenient location, all of these activities suddenly become available. In speaking with representatives from Boulder Creek, one thing is apparent: they have an affinity

for bringing free time back into the lives of their homeowners. With low-maintenance homes designed around easy living, it’s clear that their mission is all about bringing “Lifefullness®” to their homeowners. Lifefullness is a term that Boulder Creek invented (and even trademarked), and, can be translated to mean “a life fully lived.” That means different things to different people, an idea that Boulder Creek loves. Some buyers may use their newfound free time to travel the world, go hiking nearby, or explore new restaurants in downtown Longmont. Others may use their time to spend time with family and friends. Still others will take up a new hobby or practice their golf swing at one of Longmont’s many courses. Whatever you do with your free time, that’s what Boulder Creek calls Lifefullness. And they work hard to bring that to their homeowners through lowmaintenance homes in desirable areas. It’s no secret that the housing market in Boulder County continues to see price escalation. At press time, only about dozen homes of a similar size were available in

Boulder Creek’s homes are known for their signature style of low-maintenance living: many time-consuming outdoor home-maintenance chores are managed on the homeowner’s behalf. (Photo: Boulder Creek Neighborhoods).

Longmont under $400,000. As the Boulder County area continues to gain in popularity, it’s no wonder the interest in wee-Cottage at Blue Vista is strong. If you think you may be interested in a weeCottage, now is a great time to get in touch with Boulder Creek. Joining the interest list is the best way to stay in the loop with Blue Vista. You’ll receive all the latest news, as well as information on when the community is ofﬁcially open for sale, what to do if you’re interested in buying a home, and updates on the progress of the

neighborhood. Join the interest list at BlueVistaWee.com. Sales are expected to start early this summer, and prices are anticipated to start in the low $300s and into the mid $300s. Boulder Creek Neighborhoods builds low-maintenance homes and communities along the Front Range of Colorado. Homes range in size from around 800 to over 3500 square feet and are priced from the $300s to over $1 million. Call 303.309.0088 to learn more, or visit their website at LiveBoulderCreek.com.

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324 Ricker Ln, Johnstown $500,000 • MLS# 844090 4 Beds • 4 Baths • 4 Car Garage Amazing home in desirable Carlson Farms. Near I-25 and Scheels with a community pool, lake, trails and park. 4242 finished square feet with room for everyone. Gourmet kitchen + a huge master suite with retreat.

3638 Coyote Trl, Berthoud $889,000 • MLS# 843522 5 Beds • 4 Baths • Total Sq. Ft. 4,301 Spectacular 2 story home on 2.73 acres w/ 5 beds & 4 baths. 1065 Sq. Ft. attached garage + a 1959 Sq. Ft. Detached Gar. Vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, fireplace, central AC, granite slab, stone, stucco, porch, patio, gazebo, gardens & more.

3054 Suri Trail, Bellvue $1,500,000 • MLS# 840559 5 Beds • 5 Baths • Total Sq. Ft. 6,075 This Ranch home features a walk-out basement, main floor office, fitness or craft room, formal dining, gourmet kitchen, guest or in-law retreat & thousands in upgrades. 1077 sq ft attached garage and a detached 2177 Sq Ft garage w/office.

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6219 Eagle Ridge Ct, Fort Collins $889,000 • MLS# 839913 5 Beds • 4 Baths • Total Sq. Ft. 4,208 Beautiful 2 story home w/ 5 beds plus study, finished walkout basement, formal dining, finished garage w/ epoxy floor Updated kitchen w/ quarry counters, gas range & double oven. Master w/ balcony access. This is a must see!

7668 Big Valley Dr, Loveland $922,000 • MLS# 843865 5 Beds • 5 Baths • Total Sq. Ft. 5,773 Custom Home on 1.99 acres with a detached 975 Sq. Ft. garage and apartment. Primary residence features 5700 finished Sq. Ft with another 2 car gar, 5 beds, 5 baths, safe room, office, master suite, outdoor kitchen, pergola, firepit and more.

616 Horse Mountain Dr, Livermore $335,000 • MLS# 841579 3 Beds • 2 Baths • Total Sq. Ft. 1,934 Come see this unique “rammed-earth recycled tire” home on just under 2 acres! Green-built with natural and custom features having near net-zero energy efficiency for healthy and comfortable living.

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Interested in a home loan? Know what factors affect interest rates By Pat Setter The San Diego Union-Tribune (TNS) Securing a home loan is probably one of the most stressful parts of buying a new home. To get the best loan possible, it’s important to know what factors affect interest rates — a fraction of an interest rate can translate into thousands of dollars less or more over the life of a loan. “When rates increase by 1 percent, a buyer loses 10 percent in purchasing power,” said Michael Deery, a mortgage specialist and president of Citywide Financial Corp. Since December, interest rates have gone up three-quarters of a percent and are now in the 4.375 to 4.5 percent range for a conventional loan. In actual numbers, Deery said, that means a buyer who could afford a $600,000 home in December can only afford a $555,000 home today. That’s why it’s more important than ever to get the lowest interest rates possible. The single biggest factor a homebuyer can control in getting lower interest rates is their personal credit score. A high credit score generally leads to a lower interest rate. For a conventional loan, that score should be 740 or higher. (A good credit score is above 700 and an excellent credit score is above

800.) Credit rates should be checked once a year. If you’re planning on buying a home, a credit rate check should be one of the first things you do, so you will have time to fix any errors or improve your score, which may take some time. Paying down credit cards, if you have a high balance, is a good way to get started, Deery said. The amount of a down payment will also affect interest rates: The higher the down payment, the lower the interest rate. Loans with a standard 20 percent down payment will have a lower interest rate, but that is often not an option in San Diego’s pricey home market, especially for first-time homebuyers. Mortgage plans that require borrowers to pay only 3 to 5 percent down are abundant, but those loans will then require private mortgage insurance (PMI). The insurance is either added to the cost of the monthly loan payment or absorbed in higher interest rates. San Diego’s steep home prices also result in higher interest rates because of the amount of the loan. Higher loans come with higher interest rates. The standard — or conforming — national loan limit, set by the Federal Housing Finance Agency, is $453,100. High-cost areas, such as San Diego, have a limit of $649,750 for a singlefamily home. But that high-balance

loan limit comes with higher interest rates, usually by an eighth or a quarter of a percent, Deery said. Fannie Mae-backed loans are also higher for condos than for single-family homes if the down payment is less than 25 percent, he said. Also consider the length of a loan. Shorter terms have lower interest rates, but the monthly payment will be higher because you’ll have less time to pay off the loan. If you’re planning on staying in your home only for a short time, you might want to look at

adjustable-rate loans instead of fixed-rate loans. Fixed-rate loans don’t change over the life of the loan. Adjustable rates often start out fixed for a few years and then fluctuate with the market. The initial interest rate is sometimes lower than in a fixed rate, so if you’re planning on selling your home after a few years, an adjustable rate could save you money. For those who plan on staying in their home for a longer period, fixed rates are a safer option. “We’re moving into a higher interest market in the next few years,” Deery said.

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get an owner’s title insurance policy. For a low, one-time cost, you get an insurance policy that protects what is most likely your most signiﬁcant investment. Mortgage lenders make getting a title insurance policy that protects them a requirement for giving you a loan for very important reasons. While it’s uncommon for someone’s homeownership to be attacked, if you are unlucky enough to have it happen to you, you will be thankful for the protection. Your statement that your builder must have had good title to build all of these houses makes sense on the surface, but it may not actually be the case — and your builder may be long gone by the time a problem surfaces, leaving you holding the bag. Title insurance covers you

for various threats that affect your ownership, including a forged deed that happened long before the builder started the project; and a builder selling a home without clearing the liens or going out of business in mid-project and not being able to clear all the liens. Even if everything is on the up and up, mistakes happen, and things get missed, so you don’t want to be the one who ends up paying for the error. Even without title insurance, it may be possible to sue the offending party, but it will be on your dime and at your risk. This is just not a smart chance to take. While it does pay to shop around for title insurance services, the cost of the actual insurance policy is set by law and should be

the same everywhere. However, other settlement costs can vary. Be aware that not all title agents are attorneys (although the policy will cost you the same either way), so you may want to make sure you hire an attorney-agent.

Do I really need an owner’s title insurance policy? By Gary M. Singer Sun Sentinel (TNS) : We are purchasing a new home and they want us to pay for title insurance. I do not understand why we need this Do they not have clear title to the land upon which they are building? We are only purchasing one of the many offered. If this is an absolute necessity, can it be bought for less elsewhere? — Howard : I unequivocally recommend that everyone buying a home

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ABOUT THE WRITER Gary M. Singer is a Florida 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 atsunsentinel.com/askpro or follow him on Twitter @GarySingerLaw.

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Use these colors for an invigorating spring home you think of spring, other colors may surprise you. Looking for interesting colors to use this spring? Here are some of our top spring color tips. Use Red Red is one of the most versatile colors. In nature, found anywhere from ﬂowers to birds, red is an ideal color to signal the return of spring. Green helps to add elegance and freshness to this dining area. (Design Recipes)

By Cathy Hobbs Tribune News Service (TNS) Although it may not feel like it in some parts of the country, spring is ofﬁcially here. The transition to spring not only signals the start of warmer temperatures, but also an opportunity to infuse fresh, invigorating colors into the home. While some colors may automatically come to mind when

Consider Using A Combination Of Citrus Colors When looking for interesting spring colors to pair, you won’t go wrong with yellow and green. Don’t Be Afraid To Use Tints, Tones And Shades Of Green Green is a very clean color and combined tints, tones and shades in a single space can feel crisp and fresh. Use Spring Colors In Unexpected Areas Of The Home Such As Kitchens And

Bathrooms Often these spaces are ignored and may even need more attention. Go Beyond Flowers While ﬂowers are a wonderful way to include elements of spring, accessories and artwork can go a long way in telling a spring color story. Think Chartreuse Chartreuse is one of those colors that is always on trend. Chartreuse can be paired with dark sophisticated colors like charcoal gray, brown or black. Chartreuse can also be used alone or paired with lighter colors to create a lighter look. Add A New, Affordable Decor Element Such As Lighting Or Toss Pillows Tired of your same look? Why not add a new table or ﬂoor lamp or toss pillows to your space? These are some low-cost decor options that will help to refresh

your space. Paint. Walls don’t have to be white. Whether an accent wall or overall color, painting is a quick, affordable and instant way to add color to your space. Greenery. Whether trees or plants, greenery can also help to bring an element of spring into the home. Orange. Orange is one of the more popular colors in home decor. It’s not only a warm and happy color, but it also blends well with other colors including those suitable for spring because most shades have strong yellow undertones. ——— 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 atcathyhobbs.com .

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OVEN CLEANING TRICKS THAT WORK By Michelle Guerrere Domaine (TNS) Part of spring-cleaning is that you’re cleaning all the nooks and crannies you don’t get a chance to reach all year round — and your oven should not be forgotten. I’ve been searching high and low for some oven cleaning hacks lately. It all started because I live in an old apartment and realized I have no idea the last time it was cleaned. (Yes, that’s a bit scary). Not only does grime and dried-up oil look unpleasant, but it often produces a foul odor when things are cooking. And not tending to your No one likes cleaning the oven, but you can make it easier with these tips. (Shutterstock) oven once in a while also has some more serious hazards ammonia, plus a quart of warm appliance with water until the far beyond just being smelly. oven is clean. water; mix. Firstly, it can be unhygienic since 8. Using plastic gloves, dip a old bits of food are being heated scrubbing pad into the liquid and METHOD 3: and they can actually permeate use it to wipe the remnants of THE SELF-CLEAN FUNCTION into your food. Plus, spills can get grease out of your oven. A few words of warning: some caked on and can actually cause people say that the self-clean smoke and even lead to ﬁre. To function can actually cause your METHOD 2: make sure this isn’t the case for oven to break since it’s reaching you, follow these totally easy oven WHITE VINEGAR + BAKING such high temperatures (over SODA cleaning hacks that will make this 1. Empty your oven and remove 900 degrees Fahrenheit). But to “chore” a cinch. be honest, my mom has always racks. used the self-clean “method” on 2. Mix up your own cleaning METHOD 1: her oven and has never had any solution of 1/2 cup of baking WATER + AMMONIA issues. It’s not an option on all soda and some water (a few 1. Warm your oven to 150 ovens, but it is worth considering. tablespoons should do the trick). degrees Fahrenheit and then turn Here’s how to do it: You want to add enough water so it off. 1. Open nearby windows to that it becomes a paste. 2. If you have a gas stove, turn ventilate. 3. Using gloves, spread the off both the gas and the pilot light 2. Press the button and let the mixture all over the interior of (this is crucial for safety). oven do its thing (the door will the oven, taking care to avoid the 3. Put a large pot of boiling lock itself for safety reasons). heating elements. water on the bottom rack and 3. Most ovens will take 4. Let it sit overnight or for a a baking dish with a cup of anywhere from two and a half minimum of 12 hours. ammonia on the top rack. to four hours to fully clean 5. Using a dampened cloth, 4. Close the door and let it rest themselves (do not leave the house wipe the mixture off (it will turn overnight. until the cycle is done). brown from the grease). 5. Open in the morning and 6. Spray white vinegar on any remove the racks. areas where it’s a challenge to THE DETAILS: 6. Air out the oven with the remove the paste; the vinegar will TIPS + TRICKS door open for 15 minutes or react with the baking soda to For oven racks more. loosen it up. Remove them and spray with 7. Add a couple of teaspoons an oven cleaning product. Seal of dish soap to your leftover 7. Continue to wipe down the

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in large bags for around 30 minutes. Rinse them with warm water to get rid of the residue. For the glass Slightly dampen a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser and wipe off any leftover grease. Random spots Treat little spots causing you major difﬁculty with some cleaning solution and a toothbrush. Need a little bit more help scrubbing? Invest in a cheap electric toothbrush to help you do some of the work. The door The inside glass on your door can get super icky, and the best trick is to wet a dishwasher detergent tablet with hot water and use it as you would a sponge. For a polish Cream of tartar — typically a baking ingredient — is the way to get an insane polish on your oven. Swipe it on and let it be for 10 minutes; rinse and it will look brand-new. For hard-to-reach areas Hate when crumbs get into the hinges of the oven? To remedy that, simply unscrew your door to get to those hard-to-reach areas. Now that you have three easy cleaning methods (plus some tips on the details), you have no excuse for avoiding an oven overhaul this spring. Now get to it. ——— Get the latest on home decor trends, design ideas, shopping guides and food news, and take a look inside your favorite celebrity homes on DomaineHome.com.

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REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS The following Loveland-area home sales were supplied by Colorado Weekly Homebuyers List Inc., 303-744-2020. Listed are the buyer, the property address, the seller and the amount. Berthoud UÊ Hugh Whicker — 988 Welch Ave., Cheryl A. Findley, $274,000. UÊ William and Bonnie Greer — 1321 Gateway Park Drive, Anita J. Helme, $370,000. UÊ Natael Andrade — 1233 Chilcott St., Aspen View Homes LLC, $406,500. UÊ Robert and Kirk Wyman — 508 Mount Rainier St., Saint Aubyn Homes LLC, $414,000. UÊ Steven and Teresa Boettcher — 640 Great Basin Court, DFH Mandarin LLC, $436,500. UÊ Debra Weed — 1050 Fifth St., Jeffrey and Barbara Kudsk, $472,500. UÊ Benjamin Trexler — 696 Great Basin Court, DFH Mandarin LLC, $480,000. UÊ James and Myna Hayles — 2964 Center Ridge Drive, Kevin and Lore Ruebesam, $1,080,000. Estes Park UÊ Alex and Julia Kohav — 3050 Grey Fox Drive, Lynne Berryhill, $190,000. UÊ Randy Rahne — 1452 Matthew Circle, Don and Amy Miller, $350,000. UÊ James and Amy Curry — 1074 Pine Knoll Drive, Sandra J. Peacock, $590,000. UÊ Bradley and Hannah Bowton — 900 Rockwood Lane, Mark and Michelle Purdy, $870,000. UÊ Gary and Gretchen Dunkerley — 3323 Hillcrest Lane, Harold E. Segraves, $1,375,000. Fort Collins UÊ Warren and Margaret Scheid — 1601 W. Swallow Road, No. 15, Christopher W. Churma, $192,000. UÊ Susan Glessner — 5620 Fossil Creek Parkway, Unit 4202, Heather L. Sulgrove, $216,500. UÊ Damien and Jane Irene — 2828 Silverplume Drive, Apt. U3, Colleen Dawn Mcintosh, $225,000. UÊ Matthew Kaplan — 5049 Fawn Lane, Brian K. Proctor, $233,000. UÊ Wilbert and Beryl Porter — 3440 Windmill Drive, Apt. 3-2, Jacwylyn Laci Rauch, $242,500. UÊ Patrick McGowan — 1602 Robertson, Unit A, Janet S. Oien, $262,000. UÊ Martin Jacobs — 8116 Hallett Court, Mark Hollinshead, $269,900. UÊ Reynold and Brenda Brenda — 2918 Silverplume Drive, Apt. A1, High Mesa Invest LLC, $270,000. March 24-25, 2018

UÊJason Peifer — 830 Balsam Lane, Elsje C. Westhoff, $300,000. UÊConnor Barry — 4026 Berwick Lane, Antonio Suarez Barcenas, $300,000. UÊ Andrew and Susan Groeger — 748 Marigold Lane, Michael and Joni Friendt, $305,000. UÊ Andrew and Emily Gorgol — 817 Ponderosa Drive, Steven and Wanda Lange, $307,000. UÊ Aaron and Laura Beese — 2830 Sombrero Lane, Keith and Tracy Olson, $309,500. UÊ Cherie Glazner — 501 Nokomis Court, Jean W. Nelson Family Trust, $310,000. UÊ Benjamin and Kevin Whalen — 325 Derry Drive, Jacqueline Lentz, $320,000. UÊ Derrick Vandersluys — 1806 Valley Forge Ave., Andy and Andrew Taggart, $320,500. UÊ Zachary and Emaleigh Renier — 2518 Banbury Lane, Zachery R. Barnes, $335,000. UÊ Amanda Delcore — 2425 W. Stuart St., Barbara and Brent Moon, $336,500. UÊ Moe Kamandy — 225 Green Leaf St., Unit 6, Revive Properties LLC, $337,900. UÊ Moe Kamandy — 225 Green Leaf St., Unit 7, Revive Properties LLC, $337,900. UÊ Madeleine Wilbur — 5009 W. Parkview Drive, Bradley G. Wilson, $344,000. UÊ Ralph and Patricia Watkins — 5109 Parkway Circle W., Ruth S. Altman, $345,000. UÊ Thomas Wood — 4225 Goldenridge Way, Michael M. Farmer, $350,000. UÊ Jordan and Kendra Diede — 438 Bannock St., Clinton C. Dale, $350,000. UÊ Ralph and Patricia Watkins — 2712 Tulane Drive, Coran D. Fisher, $355,000. UÊ Hayden Wood — 3507 Lancaster Drive, David and Erica Kennebeck, $355,000. UÊ Harvey and Catherine Dougherty — 3275 Greenlake Drive, Kelly L. Austin, $359,900. UÊ William and Patrice Sutton — 5402 Fossil Ridge Drive E., Jon L. Ashburn, $361,000. UÊ Scott Fehr — 3024 Phoenix Drive, Richard and Claudia Rouge, $365,000. UÊ Bryan and Erin Hemme — 945 Campﬁre Drive, Elizabeth and Christoph Morgan, $367,000. UÊ Henry and Jana Palermo — 1924 Dakota Court, Andrew and Emily Davis, $370,000. UÊ Samuel and Ashleigh Rudkin — 2913 Southmoor Drive, John S. Zevely, $372,000. UÊ Brandon and Laura Barnes — 2214 Friar Tuck Court, Nandakishore Bangalore Vasu, $388,000. UÊ Robert Lathrop — 3312 Birming-

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ham Drive, RG Options LLC, $390,000. Nicole and Albert Valencia — 1215 Vinson St., Kevin and Jo Haussler, $395,000. Philip Cook — 2927 Spacious Skies Drive, William and Judith Rice, $395,000. Stephen Tucker — 2024 Constitution Ave., Karen E. Silvers, $398,000. John and Kristen Cook — 1627 Haywood Place, Brooke L. Bowman, $406,000. Daniel and Ignacia Mooney — 4412 Viewpoint Court, Jason William Sharp, $408,000. Eric Stern — 424 Grayhawk Road, US Bank, $415,000. Monica Ward — 2614 Canby Way, Phillip R. Blanton, $417,000. Andrea Shields — 2227 Sherwood Forest Court, Midtown Homes Storybook LLC, $418,100. Tetyana and Olivier Henry — 3614 Observatory Drive, Nicholas and Holly Killen, $425,000. Ben Reynolds — 2233 Sherwood Forest Court, Midtown Homes Storybook LLC, $430,000. Mark and Karen Silvers — 1203 Forrestal Drive, Robert and Janet Lester, $432,000. Austin and Zhannetta Thompson

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and Lisa Bruce, $587,500. UÊ Marc and Lorie Barker — 5620 Kadenwood Drive, James and Christina Bennett, $618,000. UÊ Steven and Alisa Raines — 7317 Didrickson Court, Dareld and Carolyn Dizmang, $660,000. UÊ Shaun and Stephanie Belongie — 301 E. Prospect Road, Dan and Libby Nikkel, $795,000. UÊ Patrick Duncan — 1121 Belaire Drive, Theresa Nogeire Mcrae, $800,000. UÊ Sulan Zhang — 6403 Foothills View Place, Toll Co. I. LLC, $857,100. UÊ Rex and Sharon Eaves — 1040 N. Taft Hill Road, Hitz Fin. Group LLC, $950,000. Greeley UÊ Catherine Bohannan — 5775 29th St., No. D4, West Fork Village Owners, $65,000. UÊ Irael Salgado — 4013 Glacier Drive, Robert and Deborah Douglas, $175,000. UÊ Kenneth Nelson — 2538 10th Ave. Court, Michael C. Hotchkiss, $183,000. UÊ Zakerie Stewart — 103 16th Ave., Joshua Leigh, $220,000. UÊ Jesse Woodman — 1807 12th St., Jana M. Smith, $240,000. UÊ Brenda Oshier — 4524 W. Fifth St., Jeffrey and Ralene Poncelow, $240,000. UÊ Pedro Villalvilla — 2628 25th Ave., Harold E. Baber, $243,000. UÊ Mitchell Johnston — 1013 E. 25th St., David and Victoria Fogg, $252,000. UÊ Michael Leyba — 4519 W. Sixth St., Ryan and Cindy Ladd, $252,800. UÊ Brady and Megan Mosbrucker — 2832 39th Ave., Thomas Gallegos, $267,000. UÊ Antonia and Raul Bonilla — 2627 15th Ave., Florencio and Pilar Tulid, $267,900. UÊ Stephanie and Adam Tancl — 2733 W. 22nd St. Road, Joshua and Lynn Ward, $268,000. UÊ Richard Smith — 2115 11th St., Jane L. Groshong, $275,000. UÊ Lisa Dunham — 604 36th Ave., Leonard Gonzales, $275,900. UÊ Oscar Maldonado — 2627 18th Ave., Gered Stovall, $280,000. UÊ Patrick Snead — 7221 18th St., Myrna R. Byﬁeld, $280,000. UÊ Tiffany Harrison — 5032 W. 21st St. Road, Crystal Day, $289,900. UÊ Micah and Karina Caballero — 5111 W. 16th St., Don and Susan Bailey, $304,500. UÊ Connor Haskins — 1414 24th Ave., Recycled Properties LLC, $305,000. UÊ John and Jordan Winterhouse — 2205 68th Ave., Adam Winick, $305,000. UÊ Gabriel Garcia — 227 42nd Ave., Dustin Park, $322,000. UÊ Charles and Diane Kufﬂer — 1409 44th Ave. Court, Douglas L. Meyer, $327,000. 14 AT HOME

UÊ David Gadeken — 1012 78th Ave., Aarone and Jhamilla Hoffine, $338,500. UÊ Jerald and Phyllis Powell — 121 N. 50th Ave., Michelle J. Hesseltine, $339,500. UÊ Alyssa and Mitchell Holmes — 2121 75th Ave., Garrett MT Weyhrich, $342,000. UÊ Michelle Vanbeber — 1126 102nd Ave., Baessler Residential LLC, $360,900. UÊ Jesus and Brooke Muro — 3300 66th Ave., Brian and Jennifer Graybeal, $373,000. UÊ Ronald and Leanne Ingwersen — 1350 57th Ave., Vivian and Clarence Reed, $385,000. UÊ Bobbi Hawk — 1133 102nd Ave., Sheffield Homes Poi, $385,400. UÊ Danielle and Tyler Weaver — 10301 W. 11th St., Sheffield Homes Poi, $387,800. UÊ Brandi and Nickolas Oreskovich — 2234 75th Ave., Aspen View Homes LLC, $405,100. UÊ Aimee and Christopher Thompson — 3118 68th Ave. Court, Wayne and Lynn Jeffers, $425,000. UÊ Bruce Quezada — 504 Sage Ave., Baessler Residential LLC, $450,000. UÊ Sean and Sonja Belfiore — 5424 W. Seventh St. Road, David and Crystal Ewing, $800,000. Johnstown UÊ Hillary and Matthew Harper — 2045 Parkwood Drive, Diane and Tyler Velasquez, $314,500. UÊ Raymond and Susan Kurela — 198 Tartan Drive, Bernard Bouchard, $315,000. UÊ Philip and Suzette Stinar — 3107 Dunbar Way, Guzeven Constr. Inc., $425,000. UÊ Trenton and Katy Roberts — 375 Saxony Road, Jeffrey and Sara Seastone, $425,000. UÊ Laura Marcotte — 4928 Silverwood Drive, Bryson and Johnna Wise, $479,000. UÊ Bryan and Haleigh Bower — 4756 Saddlewood Circle, Karen M. Horning, $499,500. Loveland UÊ Derek Barnes — 1447 Rancho Way, DD Homebuilders Inc., $70,000. UÊ Curtis and Diane Alexander — 27857 Hopi Trail, Larry A. Heckel, $158,700. UÊ Thomas and Lee Caggiano — 101 W. First St., Merle and Sherdine Nelson, $175,000. UÊ Eric Kiger — 1129 E. First St., Royce J. Kiger, $189,000. UÊ Jordan Rice — 119 E. 42nd St., Shirley L. Moyer, $218,000. UÊ Travis Vaneron — 1422 E. Fifth St., Nathan R. Huyser, $225,000. UÊ Mark Wilson — 1441 Gloria Court, Scott and Sandra Hussey, $228,000. UÊ Gabe and James James — 2110 Van Buren Ave., Caitlin Elle Skeen, $250,000. UÊ Susan Benda — 255 Carina Loveland Reporter-Herald –

Circle, Unit 105, Carmenaty LLC, $265,000. UÊ Georgia Dye — 1748 Elk Springs St., SH Reed Invest III LLC, $265,000. UÊ Joshua Bielenberg — 1410 S. Douglas Ave., PBCO LLC, $270,000. UÊ Xiaping Zhang — 1830 Elk Springs St., Donna Wickersham, $275,000. UÊ Christopher Millard — 704 E. Fifth St., Flowering Cactus Ll, $290,000. UÊ Isis Garcia — 2014 Buena Vista Place, Judith L. Reed, $300,000. UÊ Andrew Walser — 2002 W. 23rd St., Nicholas A. Cole, $305,000. UÊ Debra Ramseyer — 2115 S. Custer Ave., Virginia M. Hammons, $315,000. UÊ Andrew Gibson — 551 24th Place SW, John Mark Sutula, $321,100. UÊ Adam and Brittany Haun — 1210 Ida Drive, John H. Atkinson, $330,000. UÊ Bradley and Katherine Poole — 4076 Trinidad Drive, Michael J. Carroll, $340,000. UÊ Nathaniel and Leslie Brown — 4169 Buffalo Mountain Drive, Richard W. Blagg, $347,500. UÊ Jeffrey Einarson — 1507 W. 29th St., Robert F. Macfee, $365,000. UÊ Jeffrey Boone — 256 S. Cleveland Ave., Wesley G. Schaeffer Deloris, $375,000. UÊ Frances Feinerman — 3635 Como Court, Gary and Sharon Hamann, $385,000. UÊ Joseph and Sara Hovanec — 4868 N. Franklin Ave., Tommy and Pamela Mohr, $385,000. UÊ Gordon and Kathryn Strub — 1942 Thames Drive, Ryan and Sara Turner, $395,000. UÊ Wendi Rowe — 2859 Echo Lake Drive, Boulder Creek Centerra I. LLC, $397,300. UÊ Robert Macfee — 3550 Prickly Pear Drive, Baessler Residential Colo. LLC, $414,600. UÊ Jeffrey Shamburger — 768 Capricorn Court, Custom On Site Bldrs. Inc., $436,000. UÊ Robert and Janet Lester — 3558 Prickly Pear Drive, Baessler Residential Colo. LLC, $442,200. UÊ Cameron and Kelsey Allen — 3300 Bayﬁeld Drive, Deborah F. Longo, $449,900. UÊ Samuel and Gozel Peck — 2187 Monte Vista Circle, Barbara and Tommy Lobato, $450,000. UÊ Roger and Peggy Nyffeler — 1517 Farmland St., Jason and Beth Shelledy, $450,000. UÊ John and Alice Paxson — 626 Cameron Court, Christopher and Steph Darcy, $452,000. UÊ Thomas and Carma Hilliard — 3849 Desert Rose Court, Custom On Site Bldrs. Inc., $506,800. UÊ Tommy and Pamela Mohr — 527 Valley View Road, Gary L. Grauberger Li, $585,000. UÊ Randy Tourville — 3005 Kyle Circle, Michael and Veronica Roy, AtHomeColorado.com

$720,000. UÊ David and Rhonda Meyer — 4832 Soaring Peaks Drive, Sav Family Benefit Trust, $998,000. Windsor UÊ Ryan Bond — 7846 Blackwood Drive, Taxman Cahn Interests LLC, $148,000. UÊ Erin Berry — 2177 Cape Hatteras Drive, No. 26, Jeffrey A. Swanson, $251,500. UÊ Jamie Angell — 2176 Cape Hatteras Drive, Unit 6, Jaden Winger, $257,000. UÊ Mark Fredrickson — 378 Windshire Drive, Richmond Am. Homes Colo. Inc., $299,900. UÊ John and Jennifer Hall — 158 Veronica Drive, Windmill Homes Co., $300,000. UÊ David and Jennifer Madsen — 1226 Westwood Drive, 1226 Westwood Drive LLC, $337,500. UÊ Kristen and Angela Miller — 916 Pierson Court, Melody Homes Inc., $350,000. UÊ Eric and Laura Anderson — 305 Rock Bridge Drive, Cornerstone Baptist Win, $355,000. UÊ Elisabeth Ray — 438 Bluegrass Court, Kevin and Deborah Hogfeldt, $355,000. UÊ Jeffrey Wyssenbach — 100 Whitney Court, Dana D. Lovingood, $360,000. UÊ Kenneth Murphy — 5628 Bexley Drive, Saint Aubyn Homes LLC, $361,800. UÊ Matthew Smith — 5172 Carmon Drive, Richmond Am. Homes Colo. Inc., $380,000. UÊ Loren and Denise Leveque — 5591 Bexley Drive, Saint Aubyn Homes LLC, $383,100. UÊ Joell and Jenna Moreno — 5425 Bexley Drive, Saint Aubyn Homes LLC, $396,200. UÊ Jeffrey and Ralene Poncelow — 2172 Longfin Drive, Melody Homes Inc., $420,900. UÊ George Costopoulos — 5517 Bexley Drive, Saint Aubyn Homes LLC, $421,900. UÊ Tristan and Justine Kampen — 6074 Carmon Drive, Saint Aubyn Homes LLC, $429,600. UÊ Jeremiah and Corissa Hartford — 5509 Bexley Drive, Saint Aubyn Homes LLC, $430,100. UÊ Trent Bittner — 5203 Horizon Ridge Drive, Holly and Russell Sterkel, $432,000. UÊ Steven and Alicia Ready — 1540 Millfleet Drive, Derrick and Regina Snyder, $440,000. UÊ Kevin Willey — 5847 Osbourne Drive, Saint Aubyn Homes LLC, $469,800. UÊ Steven and Sharon Ellsworth — 5880 Crooked Stick Drive, Westmark Homes Colo. LLC, $743,300. March 24-25, 2018

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