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FROZEN GUTTERS? Quick Guide and Featured Open Homes

Seasonal Real Estate Market Trends

Home Security Tips for the Holidays

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

Technically there’s no “best” season to sell a home. Every time year has its own pros and cons.

The holiday season often means travelling which leaves homes vulnerable to burglary. It’s best to take preventive measures before you leave.

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TABLE MAKEOVER: What’s old is new again

COLORADO HOME AND REAL ESTATE

ATHOMECOLORADO.COM CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Paul F. P. Pogue Cathy Hobbs Carol O’Meara Mary Carol Garrity Suzanne Plewes

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It’s time for the vintage china dishes, silver serving pieces and old glassware to bust out of our china cabinets.

(Mary Carol Garrity/TNS)

By Mary Carol Garrity Tribune News Service (TNS) It’s time for a jail break. It’s time for the vintage china dishes, silver serving pieces and old glassware to bust out of our china cabinets, where they have been held in solitary confinement far too long, and finally take their rightful place on our tables.

In my book, two of the best things in life are antiques and dishes. So you can imagine how crazy I am tabout tableware from days gone by. Old silverware, plates, goblets and trays not only have timelessly classic styling, they have a story to tell. They take a table from generic to personal, and give you a way to not only celebrate the past, but to add a new chapter to the story.

So, why aren’t we all using our vintage and antique tableware?

One of the reasons we hear a lot is people think their patterns are too dated. Maybe you remember how grandma used the china on her table, and it’s just not your look. Or you can’t imagine a way to give these old pieces new energy, to help them assume a brand new personality. If so, all you need is a table makeover!

When Donna, a member of

What happens when you pair your plates with a new tablecloth or napkins? (Mary Carol Garrity/TNS)

our visual design team, is creating inspiration tables at the store, she often features the vintage and antique china we carry. As she is styling the tables, she says people stop and marvel at how completely different the old beauties look when they are put with new table elements. Donna says people often share their stories about the china, silver and glassware they never use.

Then she shows them how to see these familiar friends with new eye.

We encourage people to bring in a place setting of their china so we can do a makeover. What happens when you pair your plates with a new tablecloth or napkins?

Or slip in an unusual charger? Are there other dish patterns you can mix in, like a salad plate with a contemporary pattern or a white dinner plate with an interesting edge? How about finishing the place setting with colored goblets? Or a sweet cut glass dish?

Use your imagination when trying to find new ways to incorporate your vintage pieces into your daily life. I like to plant paper white bulbs in antique celery jars to give my home some spring cheer during the dark winter months. Old glasses and bowls can hold office supplies. Trays can be used to host decorative displays. Dishes can

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become artwork. Platters can corral your mail. Toothpick holders can become vases for petite bouquets or tea lights.

This coming year, resolve to open the doors of your china cabinet and set free all the beauties inside. Invite them to your table, where they can warm your heart every day and be a part of a new chapter.

——— This column was adapted from Mary Carol Garrity’s blog at nellhills.com

Old silverware, plates, goblets and trays not only have timelessly classic styling, they have a story to tell. (Mary Carol Garrity/TNS) December 22-23, 2018

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FROZEN GUTTERS?

Hanging icicles are a sign of potential water buildup in your gutters and on your roof. (Shutterstock)

By Paul F. P. Pogue, Angie’s List Angie’s List(TNS) Frozen gutters and downspouts may seem like an inevitable effect of winter weather. But those heavy icicles hanging from your rooftop after a heavy snow or cold snap need not be a foregone conclusion. You can take steps to prevent them — and should — because they can damage gutters and lead to ice and water backing up on the roof and forming even more damaging ice dams. The weight of ice can sag the gutter or bring it down entirely.

First off, resist the urge to go after the ice with a hammer or axe. Professional gutter cleaners say they find incredible damage to gutters every spring, and chopping away at ice ends up doing more harm than good.

WHAT TO DO ABOUT FROZEN GUTTERS Once your gutters are already frozen solid, your best bet might be to wait it out.

Thawing out gutters tends to be expensive and short-lived. You’ll end up paying hundreds of dollars to get a steam system or hot water December 22-23, 2018

application to clear the ice, but it’s not a permanent fix. You might see the same spot frozen just a few days later.

To permanently prevent a future freeze, you can install a heating panel system in which wires or heating elements run the length of the gutter and downspout to warm the metal and prevent ice buildup. This work will typically cost between $500 and $1,000, depending on the size of your home.

Professionals advise against using salt or other chemicals to melt snow off the roof or gutters.

These are corrosive chemicals that can damage the roof, and the runoff is harmful to grass and plants.

If the problem has reached underneath the shingles and water has begun leaking into the house, call a professional immediately.

HOW TO PREVENT FROZEN GUTTERS The best way to unfreeze gutters is to keep them from getting frozen in the first place.

Hire a professional gutter cleaner every six months to clear out debris that leads to water buildup.

to clear out the ice or keep it from Debris in the downspout blocks up the water, gets frozen itself, coming back, make sure they and then adds unnecessary carry the proper licensing required weight. A clear downspout will in your jurisdiction and verify that allow water to fall right through. they have liability and workers Also, in the offseason, consider compensation insurance. If they hiring a contractor to check your don’t carry the proper insurance, roof and attic insulation and you could be held liable for injury ventilation. An overly warm attic to workers on your property. runs a serious risk of causing ——— rooftop ice dams and frozen Paul F. P. Pogue is a reporter gutters. for Angie’s List, a trusted provider When working to prevent this, of local consumer reviews and keep in mind that some freezing is inevitable. But by taking these an online marketplace of services steps, you can make it happen less from top-rated providers. Visit frequently and cause less damage AngiesList.com. when it does.

None of these are DIY jobs. Working on the roof and with ladders is dangerous work under the best of circumstances.

And frozen weather and ice-caked roofs are far from ideal.

Whoever you Keeping gutters free of debris is one way to prevent ice hire, whether

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3 Bed, 3 full BA, 2 half BA, 1 Story, 4019 sq ft. New lux Wonderland Home at the Lakes at Centerra. Main flr w/2 large BRs, tech area, 2.5 BAs, wood flrs & lux kitchen. Unfin walkout bsmnt w/access to landscaped yard. Deck w/scenic views & private side patio. 3 car garage, oversized laundry & owner’s entry. $624,000 MLS# 831064

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REAL ESTATE

Seasonal real estate Market trends Have you ever wondered what the best time of year is to buy or sell a home? The answer is, there’s technically no “best” time. That being said, you can find great opportunities during seasonal real estate market trends. Below you’ll find some of the benefits of shopping or listing your home during different times of the year.

sale, this means less competition and a higher chance your home will be seen.

Another thing you may notice is that the holiday season tends to keep people indoors. Although there may be fewer buyers than other seasons, the ones actively looking are highly motivated. So, the fall and winter can actually be advantageous to both buyers and sellers.

Fall and Winter SUZANNE The colder PLEWES months offer RE/MAX Alliance a few different advantages.

For one, there’s less inventory because, frankly, people prefer not to move during the cold. If you’re considering listing your home for

Spring and Summer Sunshine, blue skies and fresh air tends to get buyers and sellers out into the market. It’s a bit easier to go home shopping or to host open houses when there’s no snow and ice on the ground. Landscaping and the exterior aesthetic of a home are also improved once the ground

Custom Home on 35 Acres!

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Featured Property

2127 Cape Hatteras Ct, Windsor $835,000 • MLS# 863824 4 Beds • 4 Baths • Total Sq. Ft. 4,157 One of a kind property in Water Valley South on 1.86 acres. Over $200,000 in landscaping. Lookout point w/ spectacular views of WV & Windsor. Gardens, fenced yard, dry creek, patios, private beach, sprinkler system, water feature & fire pits.

John Simmons Jesse Laner 970-481-1250 970-672-7212 jsimmons@c3-re.com jlaner@c3-re.com

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Final Notes on Seasonal Real Estate Market Trends Work with an agent who knows the market and understands the seasonal real estate market trends and how to price homes, negotiate offers, et cetera accordingly. If you

Borders Open Space!

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15546 W CR 18E, Loveland $725,000 • MLS# 867462 4 Beds • 3 Baths • Total Sq. Ft. 3,075 Beautiful 18 acres bordering open space and Pinewood Reservoir!

Additional 1260 sq. ft. shop along with a 4 stall 964 sq. ft. barn.

Rolling hills, meadows and wonderful foothill views!

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8402 N 81st St, Longmont $590,000 • MLS# 847671 Hops, Hemp or Hay, you decide! Entire property is a conservation easement zoned AG. This 25 acres is also a great location for horses w/allowable barn/arena/outbuildings w/max 10% structure coverage allowed. NO residtl structures allowed.

John Simmons Jesse Laner 970-481-1250 970-672-7212 jsimmons@c3-re.com jlaner@c3-re.com

4219 Goldeneye Dr, Fort Collins $343,500 • MLS# 865876 3 Beds • 1 Baths • 2 Car Garage This home is located South of Troutman Park. It features a large living room + a family room w/ wood burning fireplace, new flooring & patio access.

Vaulted ceilings, kitchen w/ pantry, new flooring & new electric range/oven.

John Simmons Christie Juhl 970-481-1250 970-430-9501 jsimmons@c3-re.com CrownJuhlRealtor@gmail.com

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thaws and flowers and green grass start to grow again. Buyers will have more homes to choose from but need to make decisions a bit faster given the amount of competition. Sellers have more listings to compete with, but this is often offset by the larger number of buyers looking. Spring and summer are the busiest time of year for real estate.

are buying, this will ensure you get the right home, at the right value. If you are selling, your agent can help you properly price and market your home to stand out from the competition. Each season has its benefits and challenges. The perfect time to buy or sell comes down to you and your family, your circumstances, and your needs. In any season, working with the right agent can make a huge difference in your home buying and selling experience.

—————————————— Suzanne Plewes is a broker associate at RE/MAX Alliance. Write to 750 W. Eisenhower Blvd., Loveland, CO 80537, call 970.290.0373 or e-mail suzanneplewes@remax.net.

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4952 S County Rd 29, Loveland $495,000 4 Beds • 3 Bath • Total Sq. Ft. 2,496 Take a look at the views from this raised ranch home on 6 acres in a convenient location just outside of Loveland and Berthoud! Large Family Room with Wood Fireplace and Family Room on the Main Level.

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5354 Brookline Dr, Timnath $499,000 • MLS# 867229 4 Beds • 3 Baths • Total Sq. Ft. 4,239 Ranch plan on a corner lot! Kitchen w/granite, tile backsplash, 2 islands, pantry & double oven. Dining nook/great rm w/2 sided fireplace! Master w/5 piece ba & lrg walk in closet. Basement w/lrg rec room, office & wet bar!

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DESIGN RECIPES

The do’s and don’ts of showcasing fireplaces

A separate seating area around or near a fireplace can serve as a cozy addition to a space. (Design Recipes)

By Cathy Hobbs Tribune News Service(TNS) Fireplaces not only help keep us warm, they can also serve as a decorative focal point and highlight in a home. Whether you are looking to showcase an ornate mantel or create a cozy seating area, being thoughtful and purposeful with decor and

style choice can help maximize the experience for you and your guests.

DO: 1. Place furniture in a cohesive way that highlights the fireplace.

2. Place mirrors above or next to a fireplace. Mirrors will automatically draw the eye to the fireplace while also reflecting light.

3. Consider replacing or adding a decorative mantel. A number of design manufacturers specialize in decorative mantels; customization is also an option.

4. Consider adding natural elements to complement an existing or new fireplace such as stone or brick.

5. Consider placing a large piece of art above a fireplace. Selecting

large pieces can help add interest and anchor the space.

DON’T: 1. Place a television above a fireplace when possible.

Electronics often detract from decor.

2. Block the path to the fireplace. Be sure to allow a line of sight.

3. Be afraid to paint an existing mantel. Cool colors such as gray are often appealing options.

4. Be afraid to paint existing brickwork. For example, painting dark brick white can help open and brighten a darker room.

5. Forget the decorative accessories often associated with a fireplace. From a selection of fireplace tools to baskets that hold wood, look for opportunities to introduce creative design elements.

——— Cathy Hobbs, based in New York City, is an Emmy Award-winning television host and a nationally known interior design and home staging expert with offices in New York City, Boston and Washington, D.C. Contact her at info@cathyhobbs.com or visit her website at cathyhobbs.com .

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LAWN AND GARDEN

Resolutions for a New Year When the end of December rolls around, do you find yourself looking at the past year in review or the one heading your way? A little reflection

BY CAROL goes a long way O’MEARA to planning to Colorado State University Extension be better in the coming year, and for me, the list will probably include these goals.

Gather up and organize all the bits of baling twine, twist ties, and clips that hold plants and trellises together.

Honestly, the garage looks like silly string spewed everywhere, but it’s because I can’t take twine off objects without thinking “I can use this in the garden,” and scurry it into the garage like a packrat. If I roll all the strands together, I can turn it into a big ball of twine, like the roadside attraction in Minnesota,

HOME TIPS

How to prevent mold in your garage

By HomeAdvisor HomeAdvisor (TNS) The garage isn’t the first place most homeowners think will present a mold problem, but mold can infest your garage just like any other area of your home — and the basics behind preventing it are essentially the same in every space.

Mold thrives in moist, dark, stale environments, so it’s important to ensure your garage stays dry and well-ventilated. Mold problems are common, and even the most conscientious homeowners can be affected.

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or Kansas, or anywhere a gardener decided to organize their ties.

Pay attention to the mature size of the plant when putting it in the ground.

This is something I lecture on when giving talks but didn’t follow this year, resulting in the Great Zucchini Eclipse of 2018. Plopped in the same bed as the sweet potatoes, I wrongly assumed that 26 to one odds meant that the sweet potatoes would win. The zucchini had other plans, growing monstrously large leaves and expanding its girth to swallow up all of the light, leaving the sweet potatoes to struggle in shade.

Encourage beneficial organisms to help me keep my pest problems to a minimum.

Plantings to provide nectar, pollen, or water keep beneficial insects happy, specialty houses convince bats to nest, and turned over pots attract toads. All of these creatures are useful and if my problem were just insects, this would be terrific.

But in my case, the biggest threat to the plants run on four legs, so attracting birds to roost in the yard is a goal, especially raptors and owls.

Since I have no clue what attracts them, I’ll just start hooting and

screeching outside in hopes that it will sound welcoming. On second thought, perhaps my behaving that way will be enough to keep the thugs at bay.

Install a rack for holding tools, and use it.

This will help me locate spading forks or trenching shovels by seeing the empty space where they should be and remembering that I left them outside by the last job I was doing.

In the long run it might teach me to bring in and hang the tools up where they belong.

Get a new pair of gardening gloves, something I should do every year.

I’ve discovered that mud, water, and plant sap dry gloves into stiffened forms that crackle when I put them on and start moving them.

These hand shaped statuettes have given me insight into my mindset across the seasons, from demure springtime shapes to more expressive finger forms when bugs and disease take their toll. In celebration of this accidental artistry, new gloves each year are in order.

Be mindful in shopping new plants during the quiet, dreaming season of winter.

Although catalogs and emails

your best bet is to build your garage out of materials that mold will find inhospitable. A good first step is constructing a garage with metal studs instead of wood. Metal studs require somewhat different skills and tools, but any general contractor with experience using metal studs should be able to build you a quality garage.

Consider using pre-coated aluminum or vinyl siding for the walls of your garage. By choosing materials other than wood, you’ll not only all but eliminate the possibility of mold growth, but you’ll also prevent wood-eating pests and the damage they could do to your new garage.

highest priority should be reducing the moisture content of the air as much as possible. Air dehumidifiers are a good start. Making sure your garage is well-ventilated is another good step to take.

Naturally, one of the most common places for water to enter your garage is through the roof of the garage, so be sure to keep that in good condition. Fresh, circulating air and a well-maintained garage structure should be enough to prevent garage mold. Sunlight also helps keep mold from growing, but don’t think that opening your garage door for a few hours a day will be enough to prevent mold on its own.

Preventing Mold In Your Existing Garage If you already have a garage, and it’s not made of metal or other mold-preventing materials, you’re going to need to take a more meticulous route to keep mold from infiltrating your garage. Your

Garage Mold Removal Garage mold removal is usually a project best left to the professionals.

The general presence of mold can cause respiratory problems in people who have a sensitivity to general contaminants. And the process of removing mold alone will stir mold

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from favorite suppliers whet my appetite for new varieties, growing conditions here in Colorado always provide a reality check. Since I’m experimenting with dry beans, a recent email blast from a specialty catalog caught my eye; a new release had me salivating to try it. But one look beyond the compelling description to see if the plant will work in our short, hot, dry growing season had me discarding the plan to plant it. It wouldn’t work here, because the bean in question is a long season variety that needs more water than I can promise.

What are your thoughts for the new year? Whatever your resolutions may be, here’s wishing you a beautiful, bountiful 2019.

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.

spores that can be a serious irritant to even the stoutest of constitutions.

Some local codes require that mold removal be handled by a licensed professional.

The good news is removing mold from a garage is generally less complicated than removing mold from other areas of the home. The biggest problem with mold removal, other than using proper safety precautions and disposal methods, is ensuring all the mold is removed. In some areas of the home, this can require the costly excavation of surrounding areas and walls. Even in instances in which mold is found hiding behind your garage walls, locating and removing this mold is easier than addressing a mold problem within the interior walls of your home.

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OPEN HOUSE

OPENHOMES.ATHOMECOLORADO.COM Berthoud 513 Wagon Bend Rd $449,950 Saturday 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Kathy Beck The Group Inc (970) 213-8475 513 Wagon Bend Rd $449,950 Saturday 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Kathy Beck The Group Inc (970) 213-8475 513 Wagon Bend Rd $449,950 Sunday 12:00 PM-5:00 PM Kathy Beck The Group Inc (970) 213-8475

15675 Deer Mountain Circle $1,150,000 Sunday 12:00 PM-3:00 PM David Scott Colorado Landmark, Realtors (303) 588-8358

Erie 2430 Links Place $1,787,500 Saturday 11:00 AM-3:00 PM Karen Bernardi The Bernardi Group at Coldwell Banker (303) 402-6000

Longmont 918 Half Measures Drive $600K’s+ Daily 11:00 AM-5:00 PM Marlita Lazo Markel Homes (303) 522-7928

1396 Snowberry Lane - Model Home $600K’s+ Sunday 11:00 AM-5:00 PM Michele Steward Markel Homes (303) 604-9196

4805 Mariana Hills Circle New Homes From The $600’s to $700’s Sunday 11:00 AM-4:00 PM Rollin Goering LC Home (970) 402-6432

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2544 Cha 2544 Chaplin Creek Dr $624,000 Saturday 12:00 PM-2:00 PM Kristin Brown The Group Inc (970) 825-2242

3157 Crux Dr $339,950 Saturday 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Matt Nesbitt The Group Inc (970) 690-7155 3157 Crux Dr $339,950 Sunday 11:00 AM-5:00 PM Matt Nesbitt The Group Inc (970) 690-7155

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1422 Warbler St $385,000 Saturday 11:00 AM-1:00 PM Mitch Benner The Group Inc (970) 214-8430

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1396 Snowberry Lane - Model Home $600K’s+ Saturday 11:00 AM-5:00 PM Michele Steward Markel Homes (303) 604-9196

4805 Mariana Hills Circle New Homes From The $600’s to $700’s Saturday 11:00 AM-4:00 PM Rollin Goering LC Home (970) 402-6432

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HOME TIPS

Home security tips for the holidays

(BPT) - For many, the holiday season means travel! In fact, millions of U.S. residents travel more than 50 miles away from home during the holiday season.

Unfortunately, burglars are also aware of these holiday season travel statistics. While many families look forward to the holidays, it is easy to get carried away with excitement and forget to prepare your home for your time away. There’s nothing worse than coming back from a relaxing vacation to a stressful situation at home, so it is best to be prepared and protect your home before you travel.

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 Scott and Diana Slaugh — 624 Great Basin Court, Kari L. Holden, $95,000.

UÊ Romney Petardi — 1114 N. Fourth St., Raymond Deguelle, $295,000.

UÊ Wayne and Tamara Gaffney — 17818 Keller Drive, Elaine C. Hunt, $429,800.

UÊ Andre Hamid — 2193 Tabor St., Saint Aubyn Homes LLC, $430,600.

UÊ Corey and Michelle Sullivan — 3113 Megan Way, Kristofer and Michele Nicklaus, $825,000.

Estes Park

UÊ Dawn Wilson — 1010 S. Saint Vrain Ave., Unit E6, Billy and Debra Feldhahn, $229,900.

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Home security matters It may sound simple, but it is important for people to remember to set their home security systems to the appropriate settings before leaving for travel. Investing in a high-quality, easy-to-use security system grants the ultimate peace of mind for travelers. If you forget to arm your system before you leave, don’t panic! Some home security systems let you arm, or disarm, your system by remotely accessing it via any smartphone, tablet or computer. You can also set up alerts to remind you if your system hasn’t been armed.

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1420 Sierra Sage Lane, Suzette Lynn Hess, $600,000.

Scott Kerr — 1053 Morgan St., and Christina Charles, $685,000.

Andrew Glasgow — 3855 Star Way, Timothy and Mary Black, $755,000.

Ryan and Carole Reeves — 1200 Hondius Lane, Mark and Pamela Bergeland, $800,000.

Chester and Lillian Ciezczak — 650 Lakewood Court, Frank Family Trust, $1,475,000.

Fort Collins

UÊ Denise Molina — 2816 W. Woodford Ave., John and Courtney Fuller, $185,000.

UÊ Justin Bauer — 6827 Autumn Ridge Drive, Unit E1, Steven W. Galvin, $195,000.

UÊ Jose Calderon — 801 E. Drake Road, Apt. K56, Barbara and Philip Brandhuber, $198,000.

UÊ Scott and Lisa McDonald — 132 W. Willox Lane, Bradley B. Coleman, $200,000.

UÊ Sorour Talebi — 3465 Lochwood Drive, Unit G30, James C. Markley, $220,000.

UÊ Michael and Dennis Pedersen — 3809 Sky Gazer Lane, Apt. C, Lindsey K. Bauer, $293,000.

smart doorbell that automatically sends a text or email to you each time the bell is triggered. Take a look at your security cameras to make sure everything is OK, or have a trusted neighbor stop by.

Smart doorbells can also trigger entryway lighting to give the illusion that someone is home.

Remote locks are also useful if you are planning on going away for the holidays, but still need to allow certain visitors into your home while you’re gone. You’ll be able to lock and unlock your doors remotely and be alerted every time the door is unlocked.

This means if you happen to forget your house keys you’ll be able to let yourself in when you return from vacation. If you’re leaving your teens or young adult children behind this holiday season, you can get alerts for when they leave or come home. You can even set up an emergency automation that unlocks your doors if a fire is detected.

If you’re still likely to worry with a home security system, smart doorbell and remote lock, then consider video surveillance.

You’ll be able see live video of your home from your smartphone, tablet or computer and sync your

cameras to motion detectors so you can receive video clips of movement as soon as the sensors are triggered.

UÊ Lindsey and Sterling Quinton — 525 Charrington Court, Gerald and Samia Thierstein, $305,000.

UÊ Christopher and Sherry Griffith — 2018 Niagara Court, Apt. 58, Don H. Birch, $305,000.

UÊ Tristan Deboli — 2608 Kansas Drive, Apt. I-159, FR Holdings Ltd., $315,000.

UÊ Jose Santiago — 2951 Stage Court, Kiley K. McGowen, $324,000.

UÊ Christine Snyder — 415 S. Howes St., Apt. N-209, Natasha Vanwyhe, $325,000.

UÊ Jon and Diane Diane — 1608 Whedbee St., John and Nancy Such, $335,000.

UÊ Emma Pauken — 1921 Oakwood Drive, Elise and Ryan Zernis, $339,000.

UÊ Theresa and Danni Barger — 2336 E. County Road 30, Danny D. Jones, $355,000.

UÊ Carla Henry — 516 Villanova Court, Charles E. Cotherman, $359,900.

UÊ Christopher Depaulis — 2436 Cheviot Drive, Virginia S. Wright, $361,000.

UÊ Patrick and Marcia Fitzhorn — 1336 Green Gables Court, Mary L.

Linton, $365,000.

UÊ Ricky and Nancy Steffens — 2256 Thoreau Drive, Timothy and Melissa Brady, $365,000.

UÊ Richard Kemper — 2318 Valley Forge Ave., 2318 Valley Forge Ave. Trust, $369,000.

UÊ Jonathan Hill — 419 W. Troutman Parkway, William Matlin, $369,500.

UÊ Jeffrey Andersen — 1412 Lakeshore Drive, Newton E. McDonald, $370,000.

UÊ Jacqueline Dolin — 3500 Swanstone Drive, Unit 19, Bryce H. Neff Suzanne Neff Revocable, $375,000.

UÊ Ricky and Nancy Steffens — 2650 Milton Lane, Sean and Samantha Wilkes, $375,000.

UÊ Jennifer Wang — 1913 Derby Court, Ronald and Edita Baltzer, $377,000.

UÊ Robert and Robert Hansen — 3012 W. Prospect Road, Carter Family Revocable, $380,000.

UÊ William and Jodi Gerdes — 3393 Wagon Trail Road, Wilbur and Sherry Ritch, $383,000.

UÊ Vashti Espinosa — 2620 Bar Harbor Drive, Gustavo and Gus Monje, $390,000.

UÊ Bronwen and Daniel Agajanian —

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Don’t let your home look abandoned If your home looks like it has been abandoned, that is often a green light for a passing burglar.

It’s one thing to arm your home security systems before you leave, but it’s another step entirely to make sure your home looks lived in when you’re gone. However, there are a few ways you can create this illusion: UÊ Ask a neighbor, friend or family member to help collect mail and packages, shovel snow and move cars. Trick burglars into thinking you are there.

UÊ Use a smart lighting system that lets you program lights to come on at specific times each day. This is an easy way to make it look like you’re home.

For more information and tips, visit: USAA.com/ADT.

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3515 Omaha Court, Paul and Trish Johnson, $400,000.

William and Jacque Bolinger — 7572 Vardon Way, Gary L. Miller Living Trust, $405,000.

Lisa White — 3600 Terry Point Drive, Dana W. McCartney, $410,000.

Ryan and Elise Zernis — 1339 Nassau Way, Kurt M. Fristrup, $421,000.

James Musetti — 2144 Lambic St., Hartford Constr. LLC, $421,500.

Jennifer and Norman Diehl — 603 Prichett Court, Roger and Amy Fetzer, $429,500.

Dylan Cyr — 3231 Wetterhorn Drive, Walter Glorius, $440,000.

Emily Jackson — 1903 Charles Brockman Drive, LC Home Spring Creek LLC, $450,000.

Miguel and Rachel Quintana — 3027 Sykes Drive, Hartford Constr.

LLC, $451,300.

Michael and Greg Labate — 1609 Azalea Drive, Bonfer Invest. LLC, $460,000.

Joseph and Julie Penta — 3020 Crusader St., Calatlantic Group Inc., $460,000.

Michael Ivanovich — 1112 E. Lake Place, J. Michael Moorman, $463,000.

Nancy and Stephen Tenbrink — 2703 Sunstone Drive, Stacie and James Johnston, $470,000.

Gary and Alice Fisher — 913 W. Mountain Ave., Michael R. Guidry, $510,000.

Kelley and Stephen Kinsland — 2568 Nancy Gray Ave., Bucking Horse Devl. Inc., $513,400.

Joseph and Gretchen Rich — 2721 Annelise Way, Kevin and Joan Ivaska, $520,000.

Derek Herider — 1107 Springwood Drive, Daniel and Cynthia Bush, $525,000.

Winston and Heidi Willis — 1906 Canopy Court, Martin and Helen Vanbuskirk, $535,000.

Craig Boyle — 5132 Snead Court, Thomas and Malinda Boehler, $635,000.

Angela Johnson — 10228 County Road 80, 177 Canals Trust, $714,700.

William and Susan Frye — 6020 Sapling Court, Toll Co. I. LLC, $814,100.

Greeley

UÊ Christin Hernandez — 818 37th Ave. Court, John E. Hsu, $155,000.

UÊ Michael Axelrad — 1414 11th Ave., Yolanda Autobee, $200,000.

UÊ Robert and Marjorie Barger — 329 13th St., Delorce Noe, $238,000.

UÊ Joshua and Jeanie Arentz — 2010 Birch Ave., Christopher James Horning, $252,500.

UÊ Michael Brydge — 1533 28th Ave. Place, Todd and Darrelanne Sundeen, $270,000.

UÊ Paul and Adrienne Jones — 1918 27th St., Golden, Bldg. Services LLC, $275,000.

UÊ Molly Holloway — 6608 W. Third St., Unit 59, Glenn J. Lockwood, $279,100.

UÊ Ronald and Earlene Huenink — 5243 W. Ninth St. Drive, Mildred L. 12

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Herbst, $287,500.

UÊ Bernadette Schmidt — 6806 W. Third St., No. 27-11, Rodney and Sandra Kaiser, $289,900.

UÊ Gail and Lang Lang — 1608 33rd Ave., Joseph Leonard Gonzales, $295,000.

UÊ Robert Lamphere — 703 49th Ave., Brandon and Marey Yates, $299,000.

UÊ Jacques Plante — 1816 85th Ave. Court, Gregory Salazar, $310,000.

UÊ Joseph and Chelsi Jacuk — 4534 W. A. St., Jerry and Lori Trujillo, $328,000.

UÊ Ginger Mummery — 1722 88th Ave. Court, Larry and Sue Shannon, $339,900.

UÊ Laura and David Petrick — 1706 11th Ave., Aaron and Sarah Wooten, $342,000.

UÊ Ray and Margaret Mantle — 2420 52nd Ave. Court, Ruth F. Dill, $350,000.

UÊ Leydi Monroy — 2123 79th Ave., Daniel and Brandi Ferguson, $353,400.

UÊ Elizabeth and Christoher Bigley — 6034 W. Eighth St., Jiubing Lin, $360,000.

UÊ Aaron Nelson — 8740 15th St. Road, J. J. Constr. Northern Colo.

LLC, $361,600.

UÊ Christopher and April Hawthorn — 2115 79th Ave., Steven and Jennifer Thomason, $369,000.

UÊ Thomas and Laura Pierce — 2014 81st Ave. Court, Travis Pofahl, $370,000.

UÊ Alex and Michelle Scarborough — 8657 16th St. Road, Aspen View Homes LLC, $389,000.

UÊ Thomas and Betty Robb — 218 57th Ave., Orville and Karen Nelson, $390,000.

UÊ Evaline Peruch — 7912 W. 11th St., Joshua and Jill Byers, $390,000.

UÊ Laura and David Petrick — 1702 11th Ave., Aaron and Sarah Wooten, $395,000.

UÊ Matthew Casey — 225 Dundee Ave., Unit 19, Thomas and Betty Robb, $396,000.

UÊ Keith and Aubree Kautz — 715 40th Ave., Gary A. Reinke, $410,000.

UÊ Orville and Karen Nelson — 10309 W. 11th St., Sheffield Homes Poi, $430,000.

UÊ Howard and Betty Skinner — 8110 Skyview St., Levi Colby Hancock, $435,000.

UÊ Charles and a Achziger — 26358 County Road 60 1/2, William and Jamie Carlsen, $452,000.

UÊ Daniel Malpiede — 223 N. 53rd Ave., Michael and Dawneen Banks, $455,000.

UÊ Saul and Maria Saldivar — 511 N. 78th Ave., Jose Placencia Hernandez, $469,000.

UÊ Gregory and Stephanie Drobny — 1800 23rd Ave., Daniel L. Sedam, $476,000.

UÊ Andrea Bryant — 10 Dos Rios, Douglas and Karena Malcom, $580,000.

UÊ Jeanette and Paul Stewart — 16974 Longs Peak Road, Steve and Debra Ross, $585,000.

UÊ Vaughn Cook — 34145 County Road 25, Robert and Robbin Flock-

hart, $900,000.

Johnstown

UÊ Garrett and Kimberly Pape — 713 Country Acres Drive, David E. Holzapfel, $309,900.

UÊ Andrew and Andrea Pellitieri — 5122 Silverwood Drive, Michelle L. Ware, $330,000.

UÊ Edward Sutphin — 3630 Brunner Blvd., Rose Mary Valdes, $390,000.

UÊ Jerod and Molly Cronquist — 959 N. Greeley Ave., John and Janet Liniger, $400,000.

UÊ Kyle Vonbonn — 4139 Pennycress Drive, Saint Aubyn Homes LLC, $415,500.

UÊ Samuel Woodruff — 4097 Pennycress Drive, Saint Aubyn Homes LLC, $438,000.

UÊ Alex and Kelsie Klinger — 4067 Pennycress Drive, Saint Aubyn Homes LLC, $447,000.

UÊ Brett and Jennifer Moody — 4052 Carroway Seed Drive, Saint Aubyn Homes LLC, $510,800.

Loveland

UÊ Anthony and Elizabeth Demooy — 4804 Mariana Hills Circle, Lc Home Mariana Butte LLC, $165,000.

UÊ Christopher Pearson — 143 W. 10th St., Aaron M. Nelson, $245,000.

UÊ Mark and Susan Kimball — 2960 Kincaid Drive, Apt. 103, Enchantment Constr. LLC, $258,000.

UÊ Joshua Prock — 2960 Kincaid Drive, Apt. 206, Enchantment Constr. LLC, $259,000.

UÊ James Lees — 2505 Cedar Drive, Mark Chacon, $275,000.

UÊ Anthony Cruz — 2960 Kincaid Drive, Apt. 205, Enchantment Constr. LLC, $297,500.

UÊ Margaret Vaccarella — 358 Lavastone Ave., Ryan K. Levy, $300,000.

UÊ Sucha and Chester Dickson — 3028 Silver Leaf Drive, Ruth A. Younce, $306,500.

UÊ Cresillia Munoz — 3105 Logan Ave., Brice Enterprises LLC, $325,000.

UÊ Sharen Smith — 1987 Hyde Drive, Sharon L. Samek Trust, $325,000.

UÊ Amanda and Daniel Hamilton — 5707 Snow Mesa Court, Jason and Jessica Harris, $325,000.

UÊ Shane Cozzolino — 2353 Turquoise St., Mark A. Gilseth, $325,000.

UÊ Chase and Melody Deshon — 824 Kaitlyn Circle, RKK LLC, $330,000.

UÊ Diane Phillips — 2308 Paonia St., Lawana R. Garrett, $341,000.

UÊ Paul and Beth Filler — 4078 Buffalo Mountain Drive, Bradley and Lizette Johnson, $342,500.

UÊ Angela Vitale — 826 Libra Court, Jenna Stover, $358,000.

UÊ Leroy Rapke — 1841 Albany Ave., Dennis R. and Megan Fritts, $360,000.

UÊ Michael Cross — 2449 Anemonie Court, Alex and Kelsie Klinger, $375,000.

UÊ Denise Kazee — 4672 Hahns Peak Drive, Apt. 303, Flats Centerra LLC, $380,800.

UÊ Dolores Ingraham — 3667 Goodwin St., Laura L. Ramer, $390,000.

UÊ Rebecca Lewis — 3301 Banyan Ave., Jeffrey Daniel, $397,600.

UÊ Jonathan and Elinor Light — 2408 Indiana Place, James C. Tillery,

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$405,000.

UÊ Samuel Woodruff — 4037 Blackbrush Place, Saint Aubyn Homes LLC, $438,000.

UÊ Joshua and Jacqueline Crill — 3260 Westerdoll Ave., Kristi L. Hattig, $460,000.

UÊ Matthew Tracy — 2568 Chaplin Creek Drive, Wonderland Centerra LLC, $535,000.

UÊ Daniel Fox — 4951 Basswood Drive, Hayes and Lilia Smith, $580,000.

UÊ Kathy and Terry Allen — 1008 S. County Road E. 23, Jonathan and Rebecca Jay, $600,000.

UÊ Susan Roller — 539 Deer Meadows Drive, Aspen Homes Colo. Inc., $636,000.

UÊ Kristin and William Crowell — 2078 Park Drive, Nathanael J. Barbey, $751,600.

UÊ Jason Eger — 1605 Dotsero Ave., Christopher Adam Brammer, $556,000.

UÊ Kristofer and Michele Nicklaus — 2565 Cub Lake Court, Brandon Lee Curtis, $545,000.

Windsor UÊ Jesse and April Myers — 154 Bayside Circle, Tania and Matthew Raugewitz, $320,000.

UÊ Whitney Davis — 932 Charlton Drive, Melody Homes Inc., $359,000.

UÊ Carol Clement — 904 Charlton Drive, Melody Homes Inc., $370,000.

UÊ Janet Hunter — 879 Emerald Drive, Lochard Family Revocable, $370,000.

UÊ Jeffrey and Teri Willard — 5512 Bexley Drive, Richmond Am. Homes Colo. Inc., $387,500.

UÊ Seth and Elizabeth Timpe — 5428 Clarence Drive, Aspen View Homes LLC, $391,400.

UÊ Laverda and Donald Grenz — 1974 Tidewater Lane, Juma LLC, $400,000.

UÊ Curtis Cromwell — 1716 Green River Drive, Richard and Melanie Mougin, $425,000.

UÊ Seth and Joy Smith — 1703 Yampa River Drive, Roxanne J. Digregorio, $429,000.

UÊ William Keckler — 802 Shirttail Peak Drive, Gregory and Stephanie Drobny, $451,000.

UÊ Wilbur and Sherry Ritch — 1970 Tidewater Lane, Juma LLC, $520,300.

UÊ Alan and Rena Blackwell — 5487 Chantry Drive, Richfield Homes LLC, $571,000.

UÊ Ryan and Brianne Moss — 36667 Pauline Place, Vicki J. Leroux, $600,000.

UÊ David Lutter — 998 Hitch Horse Drive, Custom On Site Bldrs Inc., $700,000.

UÊ Brian and Wendy Gorman — 33901 Winter Way, Scott Wilson, $747,500.

December 22-23, 2018