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SPOTLIGHT: BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES ROCKY MOUNTAIN REALTORS

Handsomely restored historic beauty BY LESLIE MASSEY  SPRINGSHOUSES.COM

Resting on an expansive corner lot in the Old North End, this stately historic home communicates a true sense of Colorado Springs’ early stages. Artfully designed by acclaimed architect Thomas MacLaren, the home has been remarkably restored based on the original

architecture. In 2012 the home was the recipient of the Award for Excellence from the Preservation Alliance of Colorado for best restoration. The “Georgian Square House” sits on a .24 acre lot enveloped by lush landscaping and mature trees, with a perimeter

wrought-iron fence. A new wrap-around front porch with bead board ceiling and arresting red front door augment the dignified image. Providing over 5,300 square feet with five bedrooms and six bathrooms, listing agent Becky Gloriod, with Berkshire Hathaway

1404 N. Nevada Ave. Open House: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Sunday, February 8

Kim Palomba, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Rocky Mountain Realtors

719-237-7488 • www.beckygloriod.com

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Sunday, Feb 8, 2015

BuildingPermits The figures quoted here are based on the weekly printout from the Regional Building Department. Not all permit data are shown. Prices include labor and materials and do not reflect lot price, utility tap fees, or other expenses. The following covers Jan. 24 – 30, 2014.

SINGLE FAMILY HOMES

• 8520 Dry Needle Pl. $386,452 Keller Homes Inc. • 8491 Dry Needle Pl. $435,923 Keller Homes Inc. • 6602 Stingray Ln. $376,386 Stephens & Assoc., Inc., • 6638 Stingray Ln. $414,507 Stephens & Assoc., Inc., • 6626 Stingray Ln. $457,339 Stephens & Assoc., Inc., • 6687 Stingray Ln. $414,507 Stephens & Assoc., Inc., • 7734 Pinfeather Dr. $405,940 Walther Homes, Inc., • 5525 Majestic Dr. $299,289 Timber Lodge Bldrs., Inc., • 1823 W Cucharras St. $493,425 Homeowner, • 18240 Stone View Rd. $560,457 Hudnall Cstm. Bldrs. • 12743 Mt Oxford Pl. $429,926 St. Aubyn Homes, LLC. • 4671 Cedarmere Dr. $442,562 Cucuzza Const., Inc. • 10032 Coyote Song Ter. $571,700 Saddletree Inc., • 10654 Delaney Ln. $450,164 Challenger Homes, Inc., • 3674 Saguaro Cr. $410,759 Challenger Homes, Inc., • 4428 Outlook Ridge Trl. $567,096 Vantage Homes Corp. • 5233 Castlewood Canyon Ct. $416,862 Campbell Homes Ltd., • 4659 Redstone Ridge Rd. $645,478 Herebic Homes, Inc. • 10425 Hoke Run Dr. $457,339 Stephens & Assoc., Inc., • 6582 Justice Wy. $374,030 Stephens & Assoc., Inc., • 6765 Indian Feather Dr. $415,685 Elite Prop. Of Amer., Inc., • 5925 Rowdy Dr. $559,172 Elite Prop. Of Amer., Inc., • 5929 Traditions Dr. $557,458 Elite Prop. Of Amer., Inc., • 15833 Kansas Pacific Ct. $467,940 Elite Prop. Of Amer., Inc., • 7519 Vignola Hts. $248,854 Master Bilt Homes, Inc., • 2466 Ellingwood Dr. $332,055 Creekstone Dev., Inc., • 11649 Shaolin Grv. $0 MasterBilt Homes, Inc., • 11629 Shaolin Grv. $293,828 MasterBilt Homes, Inc., • 14455 Roller Coaster Rd B, $469,332 Maxson Const. • 10704 S Holmes Rd. $1,042,745 Craftsman Bsmt. Finish Co., • 898 Mont Blanc Vw. $563,883 Comito Bldg. & Design, LLC. • 8558 Moorland Ln. $465,905 Vantage Homes Corp. • 5393 Gem Lake Ct. $591,938 Vantage Homes Corp. • 6103 Wallowing Wy. $269,306 St. Aubyn Homes, LLC. • 5980 Traditions Dr. $537,649 Century Communities

TOWNHOMES

• 5353 Henry Doren Pt. $203,666 JM Weston Homes LLC. • 5363 Henry Doren Pt. $185,784 JM Weston Homes LLC. • 5373 Henry Doren Pt. $203,666 JM Weston Homes LLC. • 5383 Henry Doren Pt. $226,688 JM Weston Homes LLC.

RESIDENTIAL ALTERATIONS

• 2105 W Peacemaker Ter. $3,840 1st Call Exts.,

Reroof • 9140 Picabo Rd. $7,000 D&J Johnson Ents., Inc. dba Perf. Roofing & Rest, Reroof • 15 Cypress Ln. $13,000 Wyndhill Roofing LLC. Reroof • 1026 Mazatlan Cr. $5,800 Cheyenne Mtn. Roofing, Reroof • 6145 Willow Creek Ct. $27,392 Weatherproof Exts., Reroof • 1713 Couch Pl. $1,500 Tko Design & Const, LLC. Reroof • 1610 Northview Dr. $4,625 Cornerstone Roofing & Gutters, LLC. Reroof • 1116 Longspur Ln. $15,000 Tri-lakes Roofing, Reroof • 225 Santa Fe Pl 225, $3,000 Wayne Jr’s Roofing & Sheet Metal, Reroof • 225 Santa Fe Pl 1/2, $2,500 Wayne Jr’s Roofing & Sheet Metal, Reroof • 5060 Lyda Ln. $9,875 Champion Plstrg., Stucco • 3020 Illinois Ave. $1,200 Triton Roofing, Reroof • 15650 Softwood Rd. $5,000 Homeowner, Stucco • 2403 N Logan Ave. $6,000 Avalanche Roofing & Exts., Reroof • 4560 W Jet Wing Cr. $9,541 Homeowner, Bsmt. Finish • 10035 Pine Glade Dr. $14,529 Old World Const., Inc. Reroof • 2414 Shaw Ave. $2,544 Homeowner, Bsmt. Finish • 4835 Longwood Pt. $500 Homeowner, Bsmt. Remod. • 11405 Falcon Hwy. $10,000 Holladay Grace Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 23 E Clover Cr. $5,500 Holladay Grace Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 6220 Northwind Dr. $3,300 Holladay Grace Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 109 Steven Dr. $4,300 A&K Roofing & Gutters, Reroof • 1002 Norwood Ave. $4,400 Holladay Grace Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 7050 Appletree Lp. $500 Homeowner, Bsmt. Finish • 6210 Wilson Rd. $5,782 Hobbs Const. Co., Bsmt. Finish • 6615 Brook Forest Dr. $5,865 Reliable Roofing Systs., Inc. Reroof • 6475 Mulberry Rd. $3,583 Reliable Roofing Systs., Inc. Reroof • 206 Pine Ave. $6,982 Rampart Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 135 Broadmoor Hills Dr. $2,800 Front Range Exts., Reroof • 7266 S Sioux Cr. $1,800 Prime Cos. Inc dba Pci Const. Svcs, Repair Trusses • 6348 Marilee Wy. $9,281 Journey Homes Cs, LLC. Bsmt. Finish • 445 Rangely Dr. $7,188 Colo. Window & Door Co, Stucco • 5914 Wisteria Dr. $100 Homeowner, Int. Remod. • 10439 Hoke Run Dr. $25,442 Stephens & Assoc., Inc., Bsmt. Finish • 6734 Stingray Ln. $27,842 Stephens & Assoc., Inc., Bsmt. Finish • 8172 Radcliff Dr. $2,990 Homeowner, Deck • 3558 Rockhampton Ct. $5,450 Petrali Roofing, Reroof • 3060 Cedar Heights Dr. $2,000,000 Tri-lakes Roofing, Reroof • 4930 Newstead Pl. $16,000 Robbins Roofing Spec. Inc. Reroof • 1323 Tonka Ave. $3,000 Robbins Roofing Spec. Inc. Reroof • 117 N Corona St. $6,200 Peak Structural, Inc., Fndtn. Repair • 2710 Maroon Bells Ave. $4,365 Peak Structural, Inc. Fndtn. Repair • 3760 Deep Haven Dr. $5,406 Homeowner, Bsmt. Finish • 1354 Diana Ln. $7,250 Jkd Ents., Inc. dba Ascent Roofing, Reroof • 13160 Tahosa Ln. $1,500 Homeowner, Int. Remod. • 596 Royal Oak Dr. $43,800 Newvision Cstm. Bldrs., Addn. • 6236 Powder Puff Dr. $26,078 Homeowner, Bsmt. Finish • 720 E Platte Ave. $9,500 Colo. Prop. Impvmt., Fndtn. Repair • 8 Oak Ave. $13,862 Total Roofing, Reroof • 894 Deschutes Dr. $32,121 St. Aubyn Homes, LLC. Bsmt. Finish • 11283 N Ellicott Hwy. $5,800 Homeowner, Reroof • 1825 Anasazi Ct. $11,900 Total Roofing, Reroof

springshouses .com • 6115 Waterfall Lp. $31,918 Homeowner, Bsmt. Finish • 1606 Wynkoop Dr. $500 Legacy Remodg. Spec., Int. Remod. Laundry • 1625 Pine Grove Ave. $5,700 Handyman Conn., Deck • 1409 Querida Dr. $3,000 Tropwen Ents., LLC., Reroof • 219 Pilot Knob Ave. $600 Team Csr LLC dba 1st Call Const., Add Window • 145 Davie Dr. $3,000 Tropwen Ents., LLC., Reroof • 10833 Torreys Peak Wy. $6,274 Homeowner, Bsmt. Finish • 2024 W Bijou St. $3,000 Tropwen Ents., LLC., Reroof • 5195 Topaz Dr. $3,000 Tropwen Ents., LLC., Reroof` • 2024 W Pikes Peak Ave. $6,000 Glover Const., Reroof • 1421 Culebra Ave. $14,200 Fixins Home Svcs., Reroof • 7455 Abilene Dr. $600 Homeowner, Bsmt. Remod. • 4630 Topaz Dr. $19,978 Homeowner, Bsmt. Finish • 1310 Clemson Dr. $7,000 Homeowner, Reroof • 516 E Uintah St. $6,500 Fixins Home Svcs., Reroof • 7623 Safari Cr. $3,000 Snap Shot Roofing, Reroof • 4827 Chariot Dr. $5,985 Meyer Roofing, Reroof • 4675 Hagerman Ave. $13,000 Colo. Front Range Roofing, Reroof • 830 E San Miguel St. $3,999 Trafton Roofing & Repair Svc., Reroof • 4154 Round Hill Dr. $7,255 T-rex Roofing & Const., LLC. Reroof • 30 Broadmoor Ave. $22,000 Blue Eagle Roofing & Const., Reroof • 1385 Shadberry Ct. $20,251 Dutch’s Home Impvmt., Siding, Soffit & Facia • 19620 Belatrix Dr. $12,000 Chris’s Roofing, Reroof • 4440 Star Ranch Rd. $22,000 Gts Const., Inc., Fireplace/chimney Reno. • 5415 Cianco Ln. $4,000 Mc Williams Roofing, Inc. Reroof • 4765 Findon Pl. $28,333 Codak Mtce. & Const., Bsmt. Finish • 4818 Diablo Valley Ct. $1,000 Alpine Cntrctg., LLC. Framing Gas Fireplace/Pony Wall • 215 E Madison St. $3,635 Timberline Roofing & Const., Reroof • 541 E Cheyenne Rd. $3,600 Brian Pierce Roofing, Reroof • 4635 Spacewalk Wy. $4,912 Cheyenne Mtn. Roofing, Reroof • 16219 Windy Creek Dr. $6,000 Homeowner, Reroof • 220 W Del Norte St. $5,300 Brian Pierce Roofing, Reroof • 1760 Applewood Ridge Ct. $10,000 Ahp Const., Inc., Int. Remod. • 221 E St Vrain St. $10,000 Reroof Amer. Contractors Co, LLC. Reroof • 90 Briarcrest Pl. $600 Homeowner, Int. Remod. (bathroom) • 2019 Hillis Ct. $4,454 Rescon Holdings, LLC. Reroof • 2711 Emerald Ridge Dr. $6,977 Rescon Holdings, LLC. Reroof • 10910 Surrey Ln. $24,000 El Paso Green Energies, Pv Solar Roof • 5962 Brave Eagle Dr. $18,900 El Paso Green Energies, Pv Solar Roof • 1065 Crystal Basin Dr. $520 Handyman Conn., Bath Remod. • 3102 Summer Rain Trl. $27,668 Homeowner, Bsmt. Finish • 4962 Rainbow Gulch Trl. $6,765 Saddletree Inc., Bsmt. Finish • 943 Shrider Rd. $13,885 Pro-tech Roofing Systs., Reroof • 3343 Waverly Ln. $10,000 Empire Roofing Systs., Inc., Reroof • 1402 E Pikes Peak Ave. $6,700 Total Roofing, Reroof • 410 Yucca Dr. $15,676 Avalanche Roofing & Exts., Reroof • 4890 Hunters Run, $5,089 Barlo, Inc. dba Interstate Roof., Reroof • 11580 Calle Corvo, $3,500 The Fireplace Doctor, Inc., Woodstove Insert • 9935 Accipiter Dr. $5,000 A&K Roofing & Gutters, Reroof • 523 E Las Animas St 1/2, $3,200 Highlands Roofing, Inc., Reroof

• 1172 Mt Werner Cr. $500 Homeowner, Garage to Storage • 1816 S 8th St. $8,476, Reroof • 3750 N Cascade Ave F85, $5,606 Rocky Mtn. High Bldrs. Inc., Deck • 740 San Fernando Pl. $6,600 Wilcox Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 570 Gilcrest Rd. $8,600 Wilcox Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 950 Big Valley Dr. $7,300 Wilcox Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 5765 Alturas Dr. $10,000 Ace Const. & Exts., Reroof • 5325 Flatrock Pl. $20,000 Ata Boyz Const., Reroof • 2331 Lone Willow Vw. $2,500 Silverwood Homes, Inc., Deck • 5445 Slickrock Dr. $10,553 Homeowner, Bsmt. Finish • 6940 Bear Tooth Dr. $5,000 Gerard Daigneault Const., Reroof • 4375 Ramblewood Dr. $2,800 Homeowner, Add Door • 9892 Palisade Ridge Dr. $13,700 Old World Const., Inc. Reroof • 919 Hoorne Ave. $5,500 Holladay Grace Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 11110 Berridge Rd. $5,500 Holladay Grace Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 3361 Sugar Pine Wy. $7,000 Jj Const. & Roofing LLC. Reroof • 1583 4th St. $4,919 Old World Const., Inc. Reroof • 705 Autumn Pl. $2,500 A&K Roofing & Gutters, Reroof • 16455 Stage Stop Rd. $8,000 A&K Roofing & Gutters, Reroof • 905 Bowstring Rd. $820 Skrabo Const., Inc., Int. Remod. • 2470 Heatherdale Dr. $4,400 Abbas Const. Co, Reroof • 2116 N Nevada Ave. $10,000 Brian Pierce Roofing, Reroof • 7602 Kelly Ln. $5,000 Homeowner, Garage Conv./ Int. Remod. • 360 Upper Glenway, $7,342 Old World Const., Inc. Reroof • 1800 Alamo Ave. $6,500 Stone Ridge Const., Add Bsmt. Windows • 5672 Range Rider Dr. $11,000 Stone Ridge Const., Deck • 945 Bayfield Dr. $2,700 Champion Window Co. of CS, Reroof • 1303 E Yampa St. $5,500 Prospect Bldrs. Ltd., Int. Remod. • 1303 Florence Ave. $4,200 Diamond Roofing & Const., Reroof • 1219 N Wahsatch Ave. $2,336 Aspen Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 6746 Stingray Ln. $20,209 Stephens & Assoc., Inc., Bsmt. Finish • 9514 Pinebrook Wy. $23,910 Homeowner, Bsmt. Finish • 5360 W Cliff Point Cr. $1,000 Tecton Corp., Int. Remod. • 1128 Florence Ave. $2,500 Homeowner, Stucco • 8815 Rock Creek Ln. $12,000 M.j.m. Const., Int. Remod. • 1420 N Murray Blvd. $3,200 Homeowner, Reroof • 3130 Inspiration Dr. $6,300 Rawson Roofing LLC. Reroof • 10643 Ross Lake Dr. $11,008 Pyramid Roofing Corp, Reroof • 7266 S Sioux Cr. $5,000 Prime Cos. Inc dba Pci Const. Svcs, Reroof • 805 Dahlia Dr. $25,857 Sears Home Impvmt. Prod., Siding, Soffit, Fascia • 2215 Afton Wy. $14,544 Sears Home Impvmt. Prod., Siding, Soffit, Fascia • 906 Cheyenne Blvd 1/2, $7,608 Quality Stucco, Inc., Stucco • 2730 Fox Grove Ct. $21,000 Lianro Metal Roofs, Inc., Reroof • 1210 N 31st St. $3,200 Homeowner, Reroof • 2448 N Circle Dr. $6,170 Front Range Roofing Co., Reroof • 10591 Abrams Dr. $29,692 St. Aubyn Homes, LLC. Bsmt. Finish • 250 Laurel Oak Ct. $2,000 Drury Brothers Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 10155 Chipita Park Rd. $2,000 Homeowner, Int. Remod. • 6367 Balance Cr. $4,695 Perfection Deck & Patio, Deck Rplcmt. • 6357 Galway Dr. $3,005 Western Fireplace Supply Inc. Woodstove • 5410 Chambrey Ct. $7,000 J. C. Jones Excvtn.,

LLC. Demo/fire debris removal • 4 Garden Dr. $5,600 Seven Summits Const., Reroof • 6608 Summer Grace St. $16,913 Homeowner, Bsmt. Finish • 2402 Strickler Rd. $10,000 Bonnie Built Homes & Remodg. LLC. Int. Remod. • 15557 Lacuna Dr. $7,690 Summit Bldrs., Inc., Bsmt. Finish • 13050 Devils Thumb Pl. $11,362 Homeowner, Bsmt. Finish • 6674 Harvey Ln. $3,500 Pbp Const., Reroof • 719 N Institute St. $3,500 Pbp Const., Reroof • 8315 Sutterfield Dr. $10,537 Integrity Roofing & Painting, Reroof • 129 N 13th St. $10,002 Western Roofing Spec.s, Reroof • 1423 N Tejon St. $7,300 Trafton Roofing & Repair Svc., Reroof • 125 W Mill St. $4,793 Trafton Roofing & Repair Svc., Reroof • 4206 Vernal Cr. $20,238 Homeowner, Bsmt. Finish • 5135 Victory Rd. $5,000 Black N White Roofing & Exts., Reroof • 8940 April Dr. $8,000 Black N White Roofing & Exts., Reroof • 19235 Starwood Dr. $32,554 Homeowner, Bsmt. Finish Partial • 1940 Summernight Ter. $5,400 Dunamis, LLC, Int. Remod. • 2230 Norwich Dr. $9,500 Total Roofing, Reroof • 2989 E Whileaway Cr. $3,050 Western Fireplace Supply Inc. Woodstove • 6475 Shoup Rd. $580 Alpha Omega Const., Deck Egress • 3120 Jon St. $3,975 Aspen Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 1662 Turner Rd. $10,192 Triton Roofing, Reroof • 7575 Montarbor Dr. $3,700 Kelanar Roofing, Reroof • 8860 Whispering Pine Trl. $47,704 Distinguished Cstm. Homes LLC., Bsmt. Finish • 5950 Rowdy Dr. $30,531 Homeowner, Bsmt. Finish • 617 W Harrison St. $4,500 J&E Plstrg., Stucco • 105 Crystal Park Rd. $7,000 Jj Const. & Roofing LLC. Reroof • 820 Calvert Ave. $3,750 Rocky Mtn. Constructors, LLC. Reroof • 822 Calvert Ave. $3,750 Rocky Mtn. Constructors, LLC. Reroof • 5040 Willowbrook Rd. $6,294 Homestead Roofing, Inc. Reroof • 6225 Perfect Vw. $9,281 Homestead Roofing, Inc. Reroof • 7705 Blue Vail Wy. $200 Pb & J Svcs. LLC. Int. Remod. • 120 W Ramona Ave. $3,000 Tropwen Ents., LLC., Reroof • 601 Salano Dr. $9,500 Mc Williams Roofing, Inc. Reroof • 7373 Sue Ln. $23,129 Oakridge Const., Bsmt. Finish • 7479 Waterside Dr. $500 Homeowner, Bsmt. Remod. • 6107 Steed Wy. $10,000 Peak Side Props., LLC. Stucco • 6134 Dancing Moon Wy. $10,032 Homeowner, Bsmt. Finish • 4335 Danceglen Dr. $18,000 Genesis Group, llc, Deck/patio Cover • 3870 Misty Meadows Dr. $8,000 Petrali Roofing, Reroof • 3222 Poinsetta Dr. $500 Homeowner, Int. Remod. • 5876 Oakwood Blvd. $6,301 Aspen Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 6386 Mohican Dr. $6,000 Dl & JM Ents. Inc. dba All About Roofing, Reroof

RESIDENTIAL GARAGES & CARPORTS

• 13345 Altadena Rd. $44,357 Mosaic Bldrs., Det. Garage • 2705 Avondale Dr. $26,614 Homeowner, Det. Garage • 300 Valley Crescent, $125,000 Homeowner, Det. Garage • 2463 Lafayette Rd. $14,786 Tuff Shed Inc. Det. Garage • 9760 Danbury Ct. $34,007 Strong Home Impvmt., Det. Garage

Make the most of home appraisals METRO SERVICES

When homeowners think about renovating their properties, many first need to secure some funding to finance such projects. Some may tap into the equity of their homes by refinancing an existing mortgage, while others may apply for home equity loans. Taking the latter approach may require certain steps, including an assessment of how much the home and property is worth. Home appraisals compare your home to neighboring properties to determine your home’s current market value. Homeowners can facilitate the process by having certain information readily available for the appraiser. When preparing for appraisers, homeowners should consider and collect the following information:

• If your home was built on the largest lot in the community. • If you have made significant upgrades since it was last appraised, such as installing a new roof or siding. Don’t overlook smaller renovations, like extra insulation added or sealing drafty windows, which can increase a home’s value. • Proof that you have used sustainable resources or if you participated in any energy-savings programs. • Naturally, any expansion projects, such as adding another bedroom or extending the footprint of the home, should be mentioned. A real estate appraiser is a certified,

licensed professional who will do his or her best to determine the value of your home. The appraisal provides banks with information that can tell loan officers if the house is worth the loan amount. Expect to pay a fee for the appraisal, which is generally included in your closing costs. The appraiser gathers information for the appraisal report from a number of sources, but the process often begins with a physical inspection of the property, both inside and out. He or she also will compare your home against a few others in the neighborhood, which are known as comparables, or comps. Appraisals will be based on recent prices of comparable properties as well as other factors.

Apart from the improvements done to the home, there are other ways to get a higher appraisal amount. The appraiser may consider the overall maintenance of the home and property. It is wise to consider curb appeal and ensure the home is clean and maintained when the appraiser arrives. Minor repairs or common maintenance can impress the appraiser. Removing clutter and cleaning up the home’s interior can make the home appear larger, possibly increasing its value as a result. It may be worth it to invest some more money into the property before having an appraisal done. A study sponsored by the National Association of Realtors says wood floors, landscaping and an

enclosed garage can lead to a more favorable appraisal. An appraiser will spend roughly 30 minutes in a home. Try to give that person space to do his or her job. Following the appraiser around during an inspection can raise a red flag that something is wrong with the house that you don’t want to be seen. Turn lights on throughout the house, make sure the heating or cooling system is functioning at full capacity and keep pets locked away. Move items that can impede access to basements or attics. Providing background information on the home and having a well-maintained property can improve the chances of a favorable appraisal. 

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HomeServices Rocky Mountain Realtors, has the home offered at $850,000. Entering the elegant foyer with boxbeam ceiling and graceful chandelier, an elegant curved oak staircase with thick balustrades and a built-in bench with hand-carved detailing presents a stunning focal point. Solid oak pocket doors (original) open to the formal living room and a swinging door with leaded glass accent leads to a powder room as well as the dining room. The living room includes three large windows with wood blinds, providing ample natural lighting, and a second set of pocket doors heading to the family room.

A carved oak fireplace with gas logs flanked by bookcases with display niches above is the emphasis of the living room. For easy entertaining, pocket doors conveniently open to the dining room as well accessing the wraparound porch. Three sunlit windows enhance the spacious formal dining room which has two separate doorways leading to the kitchen, and a staircase that heads into a bonus room or fifth bedroom. A spectacular kitchen includes new Jenn Air appliances, including four-burner gas stove, microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher, completing the finely updated kitchen. Slab

granite counters and mosaic travertine backsplash blend perfectly with new oak flooring. Glass-paned French doors open to a bright and radiant breakfast room. A back staircase, pantry, and charming full bath also sit conveniently nearby the kitchen. Atop the grand staircase a sizable hallway with curved accent wall contains two closets as well as access to the back staircase. Upstairs the well-appointed master suite contains an extended dressing area with leaded glass window and two closets. The adjoining master bath is swathed in a black and white motif

with a black antique “furniture” vanity. Granite tiled floors with black square inlay and black granite wainscoting with a diamond border craft a fashionable space. An indulgent jetted tub and a large walk-in glass block shower with two shower heads add just the right touch. Three additional upper-level bedrooms provide ample space for a family or overnight guests. Also upstairs, a new laundry room with tiled countertop, sink, and storage cabinets has access to a side porch. In the basement an office (or fifth bedroom) with fireplace and private bath makes for handy extra living space.

This room can be accessed from the basement or from a private staircase from the dining room. A separate outdoor entrance makes this room an ideal office for someone who works from home. Additional highlights in the lower level include; a full bath, a workshop with cabinets, concrete floor, refrigerator and double sink, a storage room with safe and shelving, and a wine cellar with wine racks. The attic level boasts a rec room that has a charming arched ceiling with alcoves and more storage space as well as an area that is plumbed for a future bath. 

THE MORTGAGE PROFESSOR:

Why do some borrowers pay higher mortgage interest rates than others? BY JACK GUTTENTAG

THE MORTGAGE PROFESSOR

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau recently unveiled an Internetbased tool designed to help consumers shop effectively for the lowest possible mortgage interest rate. For this tool to work, it must help mortgage shoppers distinguish between rate differences that are justified, which borrowers would have to pay in a perfect market no matter how effectively they shop; and rate differences that arise because lenders know more than borrowers and control the process, which might be overcome by effective shopping. I have been examining the CFPB tool to see how well it meets this challenge, and will report on it next week. This article lays the groundwork by looking at the different sources of rate differences. JUSTIFIABLE RATE DIFFERENCES Some borrowers pay higher interest rates than others for reasons that have nothing to do with their knowledge or ability to shop. They would pay more even in a perfect market. The reasons boil down to a few key points. Transaction timing differences: The rate quoted to one borrower may differ from the rate quoted to another if the quotes apply to different times and the market changed within that period.

Mortgage lenders set their rates every morning after secondary markets have opened and they have checked the opening prices. The rates posted may last through the day, or they may not, depending on what happens in secondary markets during the day. Shoppers can place no credence in price quotes that do not show the date and time to which they apply. Effective shopping requires access to price quotes that are time-stamped. Lender fee differences: Mortgage lenders charge upfront fees, some defined as a percent of the loan amount, which are called “points,” and others that are a fixed dollar amount. The rate difference between loans with the highest fees and those with negative fees (rebates) can be as large as 0.625 percent. A rate quote that does not also show the fees that go with it is meaningless. Differences in transaction features: From a pricing perspective, each mortgage loan can be viewed as a collection of nine transaction features that affect its price. In summary, the list of nine is as follows: State location of property: Loans in states with laws that make it more

costly to foreclose on a mortgage will carry a higher price (rate and/or fees). Occupancy type: Loans on second homes or rental properties will be priced higher than loans secured by the borrower’s primary residence. • Property type: Loans secured by properties other than single-family detached homes will be priced higher than loans secured by singlefamily homes. • Loan purpose: Refinance loans in which the borrower withdraws cash will be priced higher than loans to finance a home purchase or to refinance without taking cash out. • Loan amount: Loans that are too large to sell to Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac will be priced higher than those that are below the maximum size limits of the agencies. • Down payment: Loans with the smallest permissible ratio of down payment (or equity) to property value will be priced higher than loans with a larger down payment.

• Credit score: Loans with the lowest permissible credit score will be priced higher than loans with a higher credit score. • Lock period: Loans on which the lender locks the price for more than 30 days will be priced higher than those with 30-day locks. • Waive escrow: Some borrowers want to pay taxes and insurance themselves, rather than set up an escrow account from which the lender will make the payments. Such borrowers are said to “waive escrow,” and they pay a higher price than those who accept escrow. UNJUSTIFIABLE RATE DIFFERENCES Market imperfections: Interest rate differences associated with differences in the timing of transactions, in lender fees and in important transaction features are justifiable in the sense that they would exist even if markets were perfect. But this market is very far from perfect because of the complexity of mortgages, the complexity and length of the mortgage process, and the sizeable knowledge imbalance between lenders and borrowers. For

these reasons, some borrowers pay more than others on what would otherwise by an identical transaction. One of the worst of the market imperfections, made possible by the long processing period required to generate a mortgage, is the fake price quote. Since rate quotes do not commit a lender until they are locked, and the market is very likely to change before that happens, some lenders are tempted to “low-ball” — meaning to quote a price they have no intention of delivering — in order to be selected by the borrower. Once the borrower gets involved in the process, such lenders have no difficulty finding explanations for a price adjustment, and the cost to the applicant of disengaging and beginning anew somewhere else becomes increasingly high. I spend a lot of time advising borrowers on how to avoid unjustified charges, and the new CFPB rate tool, which I will report on next week, is aimed at this problem.  Jack Guttentag is professor emeritus of finance at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Comments and questions can be left at http://www. mtgprofessor.com.

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Featured Houses Featured Home of the Week GATED BROADMOOR RESORT COMMUNITY - RIGHTS TO MEMBERSHIP AT Broadmoor Golf Club 740 Silver Oak Grove | $1,595,000 Neighborhood: Southwest Agent/Company: Linda Mason, 719-491-2800 Mason Properties, Inc. 4Bdrms / 4Baths / 4 Car Garage / 4 Gas Fireplaces / study/den, theater room /6,552 Sq. Ft. PRICE REDUCTION

Exquisite walkout ranch home on treed lot with close up Front Range Mt. views designed w lg window & door assemblies in every room to enjoy the mt setting! Beautiful custom features include reclaimed white oak floors from France, barrel vaulted ceiling w & floor to ceiling stone fireplace in lving rm, main level study. Kitchen has Clive Christian cabinets, Haversham accent cupboards & granite stone countertops plus NEW WOLFF DUAL FUEL RANGE & MICROWAVE, NEW SUB-ZERO REF. Decks off Liv &Family rooms are outstanding! Lower level has 2ND master bdrm plus 2 more bdrms, theater rm, huge rec rm, high ceilings thru out! New hot water heater, new A/C, new phone, lighting & alarm systems & new landscaping & watering systems added to this comfortable, elegant & dynamic Colorado home!

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Neighborhood: Flying Horse Driving Directions: I-25 to Northgate Blvd Exit #156; East on Northgate; Right on Silverton Rd; Right on Silver Rose Dr; Left on Turnbull; 1908 Turnbull Drive is on the left corner! Agent/Company: Classic Homes, 719-495-7297, flyinghorse@classichomes.com The 4,614 Stratford Model home is a rancher located on 16,590 sq. ft. lot is fully landscaped and has stucco & stone exterior, a welcoming front porch, and an expanded covered rear patio. It offers 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, and 3-car garage with service door. Kitchen includes large island with pendant lights, canned lighting, upgraded cabinets with undercabinet lights, upgraded granite countertops with tile backsplash, stainless steel undermount sink, and stainless steel appliances. Custom drapes and rods come with this builder model home! And, Social Fitness Membership in The Club at Flying Horse is also included!

Featured Home of the Week 10882 Glen Canyon Dr. | $329,600 Neighborhood: Meridian Ranch Driving Directions: Right on Meridian Rd off of E Woodmen Rd. Right on Londonderry Dr, left onto Meridian Ranch Blvd, left onto Sunset Crater Dr, 1st right onto Greenbelt Dr, 1st left onto Glen Canyon Dr Agent/Company: Lenka Martin, 719-205-5248, LenkaMartin.com For more info: LenkaMartin.com/HomesforSale 5bdrms/3Baths/3 Car Garage/ 3499 sq ft Open floor plan with hardwood floors throughout the main living areas. Spacious kitchen with generous pantry, and bar stool tops. This home offers main level living with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and laundry on the main floor. Large master bedroom w/adjacent 5 piece bathroom (soaking tub, stand-alone tiled shower), and walk out to a rear patio. Spacious finished basement provides 2 additional bedrooms, 1 bath, large living and entertaining areas, and tons of storage. Stucco, AC, fireplace and much more! MLS#4746185

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Terrific open floor plan with main level living! Stunning wood vaulted ceiling in the Great Room with stone wall accents. Beautiful gourmet kitchen with granite counters, eat-in nook, and wet bar. The lower level family room features a gas fireplace, pool table area, wet bar and bath. The large private back yard has been fire mitigated and features wrap-around custom decks for outdoor living and entertaining! 6 bedrooms, 5 baths, 5204 square feet, 3 car garage.

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Great neighborhood near excellent elementary school, shopping & I-25. Beautiful landscape with views of Pikes Peak beckons you into this updated 2 story. Four bedrooms on the upper level with a 5th bedroom off the family media room that includes a bar & fabulous built-ins. Open & bright with wood & tile floors, granite counters & upgraded stainless steel appliances.

Featured Open House Elegant Gated European Style Living 1470 Stardust Drive | $725,000 Neighborhood: Stardust Mesa Open House: Sunday, February 8, 1-3pm Driving Directions: Right onto W. Costilla St. of of S. 8th St. Left on Pyrite Terrace, right onto W. Rio Grande. Left onto S. 21st St., Left onto Sundown Dr. Left on Stardust. Agent/Company: Lisa & Gordy Riegel 719-440-8548 or 719-330-1909, ReMax Properties, Inc. Wonderful custom home on 1.4+ acres with 360 degree views of mountains and the city located on a very private cul de sac. Gourmet kitchen with 12’ ceilings, wood floors, granite, custom maple cabinets with walk out to covered patio with fireplace. Main level master suite with beautiful 5 piece bath, granite and walk in closets. Huge lower level walk out family room with built ins, wet bar, another master suite with 5 piece bath, hot tub and additional bedroom and bath. Over sized three car garage with workshop. Across the street from Gold Camp Elementary. Custom built in 2006. Offered at $799,000

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One of the best priced homes in Old Broadmoor. Complete remodel of entire home. Main level living features hardwood and travertine flooring, large master bedroom with 5-piece bath, 2 additional en-suites with private balcony. New courtyard with built in gas grill. Four bedrooms, 5 baths. This half acre ranch home is located 2 blocks from the famous Broadmoor Hotel and minutes from trails and District 12 schools. Quiet neighborhood with mature trees.

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This is the home you move to the OLD BROADMOOR for… Charm & Character with ALL the Modern Amenities! Generously sized rooms and spectacular private lot & setting. Private well to water the landscape with 2-2000 gal cisterns. 4-6 car garage. Impeccably maintained and updated throughout with upscale designer touches. Open floor plan for entertaining. Wonderful family kitchen open to spacious family room. 5 Bedrooms, each with own private bath – 3 on main floor. Large secluded Master Suite. 3 fireplaces. Amazing outdoor patio and gazebo flagstone terrace. Impressive in every way! 6624 SQ FT. Hosted by Colleen Meier

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$2,550 $2,896 $2,998 $3,589 $3,767 $3,845 $4,000 $4,568 $4,806 $5,000 $5,254 $6,000 $6,510 $6,850 $7,085 $7,323 $7,480 $8,537 $8,699 $8,741 $9,052 $9,749 $9,799 $10,000 $10,000 $10,371 $10,379

2010 Chevrolet Impala LT 814020A 2009 Saturn Aura P7388 2014 Chevrolet Spark LS Auto P7320 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Work Truck P7368 2000 Ford F-250SD XLT 715209B 2013 Kia Forte EX P7355 2009 Chevrolet Equinox LS P7299A 2014 Nissan Versa 1.6 S Plus P7304 2012 Chevrolet Sonic 2LZ P7349 2007 Nissan Murano SE 715199A 2012 Suzuki Kizashi S P7336 2012 Chevrolet Impala LT P7242B 2005 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT P7314A 2013 Chevrolet Impala LT P7334 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5L SE P7382 2010 Mazda Mazda3 s Sport P7383 2012 Dodge Avenger SXT P7376 2009 Buick Lucerne CXL P7372 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport 2LS P7344 2013 Nissan Maxima 3.5 S P7361 2007 Ford E-350SD XLT P7346 2010 GMC Acadia SL P7279A 2013 Nissan Maxima 3.5 S P7366 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Work Truck P7347B 2011 Chevrolet Traverse LS P7341 2012 Ford Escape Limited P7274A 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan S 4Motion P7358

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$10,764 $11,291 $11,556 $11,558 $11,665 $11,765 $11,999 $12,000 $12,511 $12,552 $12,623 $12,843 $12,876 $12,968 $13,227 $13,527 $13,568 $13,806 $14,232 $15,661 $15,961 $16,221 $16,289 $16,940 $16,957 $17,129 $17,131

2012 Jeep Liberty Sport P7359 2013 Buick Verano Convenience Group P7342 2013 Chevrolet Cruze ECO Auto P7386 2013 Kia Sportage LX P7353 2011 GMC Terrain SLE-1 P7378 2012 Jeep Patriot Latitude P7373 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Supercharged P7351A 2012 Ford Escape Limited P7387 2013 Buick Verano Convenience Group P7374 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 ST Quad Cab P7332A 2013 Volkswagen CC 2.0T Sport P7360 2008 GMC Sierra 1500 SL 715142B 2010 Chevrolet Colorado P7370 2012 Buick Regal Premium 1 Turbo P7330 2011 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ P7325 2008 Toyota Tundra Base 715163B 2007 Ford F-350SD Lariat P7345A 2013 Ford Fusion Titanium 715016B 2012 Chrysler 300 Limited P7333 2006 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 715001A 2011 Ford Taurus SHO P7352 2011 Nissan Quest 3.5 SL 714263A 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan SEL 4Motion P7335 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class GL550 4MATIC® 814122B 2013 Ford Fusion Titanium P7369 2011 GMC Acadia SLT-2 P7348 2012 GMC Canyon SLE1 P7343

$17,261 $17,292 $17,465 $17,648 $17,672 $17,727 $17,973 $18,061 $18,312 $18,615 $18,706 $18,707 $19,455 $19,587 $19,662 $19,787 $20,000 $20,603 $20,993 $21,485 $21,789 $21,814 $22,165 $22,342 $22,522 $23,597 $24,425

2012 GMC Acadia SLT-2 P7363 2013 GMC Terrain SLE-2 P7375 2009 GMC Yukon Denali P7385 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo P7367 2012 Dodge Durango Crew P7362 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 SLT Quad Cab 715211B 2009 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT P7380 2013 Toyota Highlander Base P7364 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ P7339 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ P7340 2014 Honda Ridgeline RTL 715200A 2012 Dodge Durango R/T P7379 2012 Toyota Tacoma Base V6 715157A 2013 GMC Yukon SLE 715126A 2012 Cadillac SRX Premium P7365 2011 Ford F-150 Lariat P7356 2010 Cadillac Escalade Luxury P7318A 2013 GMC Acadia Denali 815033A 2015 GMC Yukon SLT P7350 2011 Buick Enclave CXL 2XL P7390 2005 Audi A4 2.0T quattro P7391 2003 Mazda B4000 SE P7371A 2004 Audi A6 2.7T quattro P7338A 2003 Dodge Intrepid SE P7354A 2011 Dodge Ram 2500 Laramie Mega Cab P7389 2011 GMC Terrain SLE-2 714268A

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$24,560 $24,855 $26,160 $26,959 $28,399 $28,678 $29,106 $29,136 $30,000 $30,509 $31,226 $31,321 $31,776 $32,060 $32,305 $34,275 $34,580 $41,975 $53,350

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