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Spacious Main Level Living 4,178 Sq Ft, 4 BR, 3 BA, 3-Car Open floor plan w/ vaulted ceilings & hardwood floors. Master suite + 2 guest bedrooms on the main level. Big eat-in kitchen w/fireplace & slab granite counters. Great room w/fireplace. Family room w/ wet bar, fireplace & new carpet. New roof. New deck. MLS #5561840 $399,000

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Charming Townhome with Main level Living 3,299 Sq Ft, 3 BR, 4 BA, Office, 2-Car Private setting w/open space behind. Open floor plan w/an abundance of windows. Great room w/23’ ceiling, floor to ceiling stone fireplace & hardwood floors. Kitchen w/hardwood floors & gas range. Main level master. Lower level w/9’ ceilings features a family room, gas fireplace & wet bar. Upper level w/peaked ceilings. Loft/office. Option to join the Broadmoor Golf club available to purchaser. MLS #6317908 $475,000

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5895 Gladstone St. 5,795 Square Feet, 6 Bedrooms, 5 Baths, 3-Car Mountain & city views + flat play area. Impressive great room w/ 21’ ceiling, fireplace & wall of glass. Gourmet kitchen w/slab granite & stainless appliances + Butler’s pantry. Upper level master w/fireplace & luxurious bath. Remodeled tiled baths. Office. Walkout lower has family room w/ wet bar. Exercise room. 2 Trex view decks! MLS #6965564 $850,000

5335 Jarman Rd. 4,971 Square Feet, 5/6 Bedrooms, 5 Baths, 3-Car Totally Remodeled. Main-level living w/hardwood floors. New kitchen w/gas range, wine frig, slab granite & stainless appliances. New baths. Great room w/18’ ceiling & gas fireplace. Flagstone patio w/fire pit. New Trex Deck. MLS #7744293 $565,000

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Surrounded by Pike National Forest 5,008 Square Feet, 4 BR, 6 BA, Office, Heated 4-Car Bui lder’s persona l home on 2 acres w/forever v iews & 28 mi les of trai ls out your back yard. 842 Square Feet of deck ing w/hot tub & built-in grill. Spacious main level has master + g uest su ite. Open f loor pla n w/g reat room. G ou r met k itchen w/ga s ra nge & slab gra nite. A l l bedrooms w/private bat hs. Wa l kout lower. Fa mi ly room w/wet bar. MLS # 1781896 $895,000

Updated Classic Contemporary w/Main Level Living 7,282 Square feet, 5 BR, 5 BA, 6 Car Amazing style! Elevator. Extensive hardwood flooring & built-ins. Floor-to-ceiling windows. 3 view decks. Fabulous master suite w/marble bath & walk-in closet w/ dressing area. Upper level suite or rec room w/kitchenette & view deck. 4 fireplaces. MLS #8274539 $1,050,000

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GATED HORSE PROPERTY ON 25 LUSH ACRES W/TREES Custom Home + Barn + 9-Car + Guest Quarters Fully realized horse property. Custom home w/main level living, 7,215 square feet, 4 BR, 5BA, 3-car & 1500 square feet of patio. Heated 4-Stall Morton barn w/3,500 square feet of living quarters above. Dressage arena. Equipment shed. Out building. Detached 6-Car w/2 RV bays. 5 Pastures w/heated water. Fenced & cross fenced. Gorgeous landscaping w/water feature. MLS #3276300 $1,850,000

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BuildingPermits The figures quoted here are based on the weekly printout from the Regional Bldg. 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 June 27 – July 3, 2015.

SINGLE FAMILY HOMES

• 2575 Trevor Ln. $543,966 Shellenberger Homes Waldo New Design • 1787 Portland Gold Dr. $469,117 Creekstone Dev., Inc. • 5587 Wolf Village Dr. $434,852 Creekstone Dev., Inc. • 5659 Wolf Village Dr. $343,620 Creekstone Dev., Inc. • 3864 Saguaro Cr. $374,138 Premier Homes, Inc. • 3784 Saguaro Cr. $338,587 Premier Homes, Inc. • 3525 Meadow Run Cr. $1,400,000 Rampart Const • 12513 Woodruff Dr. $489,141 Sky Creek Homes, Ltd. • 13653 Park Meadows Dr. $401,336 St. Aubyn Homes, LLC. • 13813 Windrush Dr. $556,495 St. Aubyn Homes, LLC. • 11703 Spectacular Bid Cr. $331,413 Stephens & Assoc., Inc. • 907 Salmon Pond Wy. $401,229 St. Aubyn Homes, LLC. • 11709 Spectacular Bid Cr. $449,522 Stephens & Assoc., Inc. • 11691 Spectacular Bid Cr. $433,246 Stephens & Assoc., Inc. • 887 Salmon Pond Wy. $0 St. Aubyn Homes, LLC. • 835 Pistol River Wy. $285,797 St. Aubyn Homes, LLC. • 975 Pistol River Wy. $352,186 St. Aubyn Homes, LLC. • 917 Salmon Pond Wy. $441,170 St. Aubyn Homes, LLC. • 825 Pistol River Wy. $410,009 St. Aubyn Homes, LLC. • 1784 Valley Stream Ct. $0 Acuff Homes, Inc. • 8617 Moorland Ln. $396,624 Vanguard Homes Corp. • 3132 Kettle Ridge Dr. $396,624 Vanguard Homes Corp. • 4332 High Mountain Pt. $364,072 RP Integrity LLC. • 10656 Mcgahan Dr. $494,388 Challenger Homes, Inc. • 3604 Saguaro Cr. $316,207 Challenger Homes, Inc. • 3614 Saguaro Cr. $490,533 Challenger Homes, Inc. • 8591 Dry Needle Pl. $491,926 Challenger Homes, Inc. • 8641 Dry Needle Pl. $490,533 Challenger Homes, Inc. • 8691 Dry Needle Pl. $316,207 Challenger Homes, Inc. • 7195 Aspen Brush Ct. $415,685 Challenger Homes, Inc. • 12613 Chianti Ct. $462,371 Vantage Homes Corp. • 5313 Gem Lake Ct. $521,908 Vantage Homes Corp. • 12597 Pensador Dr. $503,811 Vantage Homes Corp. • 10678 Forest Creek Dr. $402,192 Vantage Homes Corp. • 1944 Bent Creek Dr. $554,139 Saddletree Inc. • 6317 San Mateo Dr. $324,452 Journey Homes CS LLC. • 6311 San Mateo Dr. $353,685 Journey Homes CS LLC. • 6305 San Mateo Dr. $324,452 Journey Homes CS LLC. • 6299 San Mateo Dr. $360,431 Journey Homes CS LLC. • 8221 Regiment Ct. $427,249 Murphy's Cstm. Homes • 8221 Regiment Ct. $427,249 Peak Side Props., LLC. • 6265 Leon Young Dr. $341,906 Ron Covington Homes • 6654 Gelbvieh Rd. $235,790 UB Corp dba Universal Bldrs. • 6656 Gelbvieh Rd. $235,790 UB Corp dba Universal Bldrs. • 11915 Brahman Ct. $56,453 UB Corp dba Universal Bldrs. • 11925 Brahman Ct. $235,790 UB Corp dba Universal Bldrs. • 7426 N Sioux Cr. $411,615 Aspen View Homes • 7438 N Sioux Cr. $324,345 Aspen View Homes • 8189 Firecracker Trl. $319,955 Aspen View Homes • 8249 Firecracker Trl. $389,664 Aspen View Homes • 8273 Firecracker Trl. $319,955 Aspen View Homes • 8285 Firecracker Trl. $357,861 Aspen View Homes • 10780 Echo Canyon Dr. $396,517 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. • 10744 Echo Canyon Dr. $408,510 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. • 6603 Dance Hall Ln. $208,913 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. • 13006 Fisheye Dr. $561,420 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. • 12766 Mt Harvard Dr. $368,248 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. • 12951 Cupcake Hts. $464,513 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. • 12957 Cupcake Hts. $375,637 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. • 12988 Cupcake Hts. $337,623 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. • 12994 Cupcake Hts. $338,587 Elite Prop. Of America, Inc. • 1767 Portland Gold Dr. $318,991 Creekstone Dev., Inc. • 1554 Gold Hill Mesa Dr. $469,117 Creekstone Dev., Inc. • 138 Merrimac St. $332,055 Creekstone Dev., Inc. • 11720 Smokey Hill Grv. $648,905 Builtrite Bldrs. • 3883 Saguaro Cr. $343,727 Premier Homes, Inc. • 14105 Holmes Rd. $489,141 Goebel Const., Inc. • 16215 Mccara Ct. $386,880 Direct Build, Inc. • 7156 Aspen Brush Ct. $435,923 Keller Homes Inc. • 5619 Cisco Dr. $469,010 Ron Covington Homes

TOWNHOMES

• 4706 Painted Sky Vw. $282,370 Premier Homes, Inc. • 4714 Painted Sky Vw. $199,276 Premier Homes, Inc. • 4722 Painted Sky Vw. $210,626 Premier Homes, Inc. • 4730 Painted Sky Vw. $205,272 Premier Homes, Inc. • 4803 Painted Sky Vw. $205,272 Premier Homes, Inc. • 4811 Painted Sky Vw. $210,626 Premier Homes, Inc. • 4819 Painted Sky Vw. $199,276 Premier Homes, Inc. • 4827 Painted Sky Vw. $205,272 Premier Homes, Inc.

RESIDENTIAL ALTERATIONS

• 8120 Wranglers Wy. $2,842 Foothill Const. Svcs. LLC., Bsmnt. Finish • 19420 Greenwood Dr. $14,500 Meyer Roofing, Reroof • 1535 Bison Ridge Dr. $9,400 Aim High Roofing LLC., Reroof • 1810 Smoke Ridge Dr. $10,500 Aim High Roofing LLC., Reroof • 145 Odessa Pl. $35,000 Sf Const. Inc., Reroof • 3245 Gilcrest Ter. $10,226 High Point Roofing, Reroof • 140 Esther Dr. $4,900 Saren Structures, Reroof • 4304 Anvil Dr. $4,900 Done Right Roofing & Exts., Reroof • 6668 Snowy Range Dr. $5,829 Reynolds Roofing Systs., LLC., Reroof • 6872 Prairie Wind Dr. $6,600 Eagle Creek Roofing, Reroof • 5535 Whimsical Dr. $15,000 Divine Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 2335 Rossmere St. $14,040 Champion Window Co. of CS, Siding • 15350 Pompeii Sq. $17,600 Krueger Bros. Const., Reroof • 4801 Little London Dr. $5,650 Wilcox Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 7309 Stonegate Ct. $14,000 Wilcox Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 6823 Douglas Pl. $6,000 Wilcox Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 2360 Craycroft Dr. $10,500 Wilcox Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 2431 Summit Dr. $10,604 Old World Const., Inc., Reroof • 545 S Kearney Ave. $6,500 Divine Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 5338 Constitution Ave. $22,260 Bestway Plumbing, Pv Solar • 2780 El Capitan Dr. $800 Paradise Bldrs., LLC., Siding • 5565 Sample Wy. $9,023 Reconstruction Experts, Inc., Reroof • 1602 E Cheyenne Rd. $1,100 Abbas Roofing Inc., Reroof • 1330 Collins Rd. $1,800 Duane Swanson Const., Reroof • 5987 Adamants Dr. $2,000 Creative Outdoor Living Inc., Pergola • 190 E Stirrup Trl. $14,000 Ace Const. & Exts., Reroof • 5111 Waddell Ave. $6,000 Homeowner, Sunroom • 834 Kiowa St. $24,840 Observatory Hometech Llp dba Suntalk Solar, Pv Solar • 9520 Pomeroy Ct. $9,268 Homeowner, Deck • 1242 Oswego Ave. $18,000 R & R Ditching, Inc., Fndtn. Repair • 11835 Ledoux Rd. $18,000 Deckworks Inc., Deck & Cover • 205 N Chestnut St. $0 Homeowner, Siding • 1330 W Kiowa St. $8,400 J. R. B. Ents. Inc., Reroof • 12822 Rockbridge Cr. $7,820 Prime Roofing, Reroof • 1980 Bluffside Ter. $12,868 North West Roofing, Reroof • 1575 Chesham Cr. $5,610 North West Roofing, Reroof • 4665 Alpglen Ct. $20,000 Murphy Constructors of CS Inc., Deck • 302 Mount View Ln. $4,000 Homeowner, Siding • 1633 Apache Trl. $7,000 Rock Solid Roofing, Reroof • 15033 La Jolla Pl. $14,200 Total Roofing, Reroof • 2419 Howbert St. $2,500 So. CO Roofing, Reroof • 13865 Halleluiah Trl. $6,017 C F I Const., Deck • 1924 S Prospect Ave. $4,000 Homeowner, Stucco • 2932 Dickens Dr. $1,500 Homeowner, Shed • 6922 Grand Prairie Dr. $3,200 Total Roofing, Reroof • 816 W Cheyenne Rd. $50,000 Trail's End Homebuilders, LLC., Addn. • 1310 Shenandoah Dr. $9,400 Total Roofing, Reroof • 1615 Bandedrock Ct. $19,000 Stewart Const., Co, Deck • 5318 Cracker Barrel Cr. $8,000 Empire Roofing Systs., Inc., Reroof • 6140 Willow Creek Ct. $6,500 Diamond Roofing & Const., Reroof • 318 N Sheridan Ave. $1,500 Diamond Roofing & Const., Reroof • 5143 Hawk Springs Dr. $7,000 Empire Roofing Systs., Inc., Reroof • 16 E Kiowa St. $15,000 Trafton Roofing & Repair Svc., Reroof • 4944 Durasno Ter. $0 Morley Ents., Bsmnt. Finish • 432 E Kiowa St. $6,000 Home Town Roofing, Reroof • 4944 Durasno Ter. $600 Morley Ents., Siding • 1259 Livingston Ave. $10,000 Tropwen Ents., LLC., Deck • 4460 Martindale Ave. $6,448 Integrity Roofing & Painting LLC., Reroof • 2763 Avalanche Hts. $9,367 All About The House LLC., Bsmnt. Finish • 15440 Paddington Cr. $10,000 All About The House LLC., Int. Remod. • 73 Marland Pl. $3,000 The Cool Co., Inc., Int. Remod. - House • 73 Marland Pl. $1,500 The Cool Co., Inc., Int. Remod. Studio • 3735 Catalpa Dr. $17,800 New Creation Const., Deck & Pergola • 2988 W Enchanted Cr. $11,500 New Creation Const., Deck • 1346 Doyle Pl. $3,333 1st Priority Roofing, LLC., Reroof • 11285 Black Forest Rd. $3,333 1st Priority Roofing, LLC., Reroof • 8204 Hardwood Cr. $5,000 Homeowner, Deck • 1832 N Royer St. $10,250 Rampart Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 2995 Buttermilk Cr. $7,000 Ace Const. & Exts., Reroof • 7320 Wynwood Ter. $11,864 Rampart Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 7640 Independence Ct. $6,700 Blue Eagle Roofing & Const., Reroof • 714 Yuma St. $2,500 So. CO Roofing, Reroof • 18 Prairie St. $6,416 Homestead Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 6591 Van Winkle Dr. $35,099 Richmond American Homes, Bsmnt. Finish • 21 E Jefferson St. $10,000 Trafton Roofing Inc., Reroof • 7319 Colonial Ct. $3,000 Weatherproof Exts., Reroof • 4810 Airport Rd. $31,658 Homeowner, Bsmnt. Finish • 4960 Ardley Dr. $500 Homeowner, Reroof • 2335 Carmel Dr. $5,469 Prime Cos. Inc. dba PCI Const. Svcs, Reroof • 1831 N El Paso St. $6,200 Prime Cos. Inc. dba PCI Const. Svcs, Reroof • 7635 Delmonico Dr. $9,828 Homeowner, (2) Deck Rplcmts. • 7209 Moss Bluff Ct. $6,071 Homeowner, Bsmnt. Finish • 3157 Deliverance Dr. $4,000 Homeowner, Reroof

springshouses .com • 80 S Sherwood Gln, $400 Homeowner, Int. Remod. • 4718 Stormy Peaks Ct. $9,500 Perkins Const. Of CO, Inc., Reroof • 400 Evergreen Cr. $10,277 Homeowner, Deck • 5304 Cambria Dr. $32,450 Thatsmyroofer.com, Reroof • 1916 N Nevada Ave. $6,000 Black N White Roofing & Exts., Reroof • 1060 Marlstone Pl. $6,000 Empire Roofing Systs., Inc., Reroof • 1715 Capulin Dr. $8,000 Empire Roofing Systs., Inc., Reroof • 2864 Country Club Pl. $14,950 Perfection Deck & Patio, Deck • 5403 Pinon Valley Rd. $8,000 Empire Roofing Systs., Inc., Reroof • 3750 St Simons Ct. $4,000 Summit View Land & Home Inc., Reroof • 5436 Mountain Garland Dr. $4,500 Summit View Land & Home Inc., Reroof • 7255 Franconia Dr. $7,220 Prime Cos. Inc. dba PCI Const. Svcs, Reroof • 9033 Royal Melbourne Cr. $9,500 Innova Corp., Deck • 8326 Ravenel Dr. $4,279 Homeowner, Deck • 1525 Minnetonka Pl. $3,588 Crossroad Bldrs. Inc., Deck • 1014 E Madison St. $1,500 Five Star Cstm. Homes, Stucco • 3423 Cortina Cr. $20,600 Jr Roof Mntce., Reroof • 2128 Bryant Ave. $8,573 Abello's Roofing LLC., Reroof • 620 Thames Dr. $6,683 Abello's Roofing LLC., Reroof • 8223 Andrus Dr. $6,170 Abello's Roofing LLC., Reroof • 581 Hidden Cottage Grv. $11,508 Abello's Roofing LLC., Reroof • 5110 Sevenoaks Dr. $9,550 Abello's Roofing LLC., Reroof • 2240 Frontier Dr. $7,709 All Things New Roofing & Rest., Reroof • 3795 Moose Run Dr. $5,000 JD Vigil Home Svcs., Reroof • 921 Legend Oak Dr. $6,000 Master Roofing Co, LLC., Reroof • 5915 Leather Dr. $7,000 JD Vigil Home Svcs., Reroof • 145 Ruxton Ave. $6,300 J. R. B. Ents. Inc., Reroof • 5791 Mesa Mountain Wy. $2,000 1st Priority Roofing, LLC., Reroof • 1110 Marsh Hawk Dr. $11,900 Sunrise Plstrg. & Stone LLC., Stucco • 84 Davie Dr. $5,100 Shaun Chapin, Reroof • 6367 Binder Dr. $5,000 Fortune Homes, Reroof • 514 Hackberry Dr. $7,100 Fortune Homes, Reroof • 2263 Collegiate Dr. $11,000 Fortune Homes, Reroof • 2680 Glen Arbor Dr. $11,768 On Top Roofing & Rest., Reroof • 929 Lorraine Ave. $7,200 Rawson Roofing LLC., Reroof • 2526 Chimayo Dr. $3,263 Timberline Roofing & Const., Reroof • 790 Buffalo Run Rd. $15,000 Seven Summits Const., Reroof • 20219 High Pines Dr. $7,848 Homeowner, Deck Extension • 6955 Sagewood Ct. $5,440 Rampart Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 2419 Robinson St. $7,073 Rampart Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 6140 Little Johnny Dr. $1,800 Town & Country Home Impvmt., Porch & Cover • 11450 Garrett Rd. $25,000 Town & Country Home Impvmt., Garage conv. • 8095 Interlaken Dr. $9,167 Pro-tech Roofing Systs., Reroof • 3015 Haystack Dr. $8,000 Homeowner, Deck • 345 Wedgewood Ct. $15,093 Horn Bros. Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 12725 Pommel Cr. $18,000 Decksrus, Inc., Deck & cover/pergola • 18375 Roller Coaster Rd. $2,000 Homeowner, Int. Remod. • 5345 Sodbuster Trl. $21,840 Observatory Hometech Lllp dba Suntalk Solar, Pv Solar • 1905 N Whitehorn Dr. $21,840 Observatory Hometech Lllp dba Suntalk Solar, Pv Solar • 6004 Olympic Rd. $500 Homeowner, Bsmnt. Finish • 1305 Allegheny Dr. $5,000 R. T. Stucco, Stucco • 1025 Garner St 40a, $500 Homeowner, Straighten Existing Temp Pier • 810 E St Vrain St. $2,000 R. T. Stucco, Stucco • 1219 Tonka Ave. $4,891, Reroof • 1559 Chadwick Dr. $7,000 Ace Const. & Exts., Reroof • 15525 Terra Ridge Cr. $11,000 Best Hands Roofing, Reroof • 3865 Gingham Wy. $6,000 Homeowner, Deck • 830 Vondelpark Dr. $6,695 Rampart Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 6487 Morning Dove Dr. $30,791 Homeowner, Bsmnt. Finish • 1520 N Royer St. $800 Johnson Cstm. Reno’s., Reroof • 3904 Somerset St. $6,321 All Things New Roofing & Rest., Reroof • 2607 Zephyr Dr. $3,400 Town & Country Home Impvmt., Siding • 10995 Hondo Ave. $7,943 Rampart Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 5775 Chase Point Cr. $32,612 Homeowner, Bsmnt. Finish • 4926 Harvest Rd. $7,738 Front Range Exts., Reroof • 770 Royal Crown Ln. $12,000 Ty-rex Const., Reroof • 6430 Tacoma Ct. $5,000 Ty-rex Const., Reroof • 13265 Cake Bread Hts. $2,500 On The Level Specs., Int. Remod. • 3070 Rhapsody Dr. $600 Homeowner, Siding • 210 Clubhouse Dr. $3,000 Tropwen Ents., LLC., Reroof • 650 N Bear Paw Ln. $38,500 Scheffe's Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 19580 Glen Shadows Dr. $7,500 Buffalo Bldrs., Inc., Reroof • 11070 Teachout Rd. $1,500 Crossroad Bldrs. Inc., Deck • 6062 Vallecito Dr. $6,500 Jkd Ents., Inc. dba Ascent Roofing, Reroof • 6809 Dale Rd. $3,000 Tropwen Ents., LLC., Reroof • 6814 Dale Rd. $3,000 Tropwen Ents., LLC., Reroof • 304 N Race St. $3,600 Homeowner, Reroof • 7040 Garvin Ct. $19,445 Weatherproof Exts., Reroof • 7405 Silver Bow Dr. $8,967 Weatherproof Exts., Reroof • 6329 Monarch Cr. $10,019 Weatherproof Exts., Reroof • 6825 Swan Rd. $3,000 Sunset Bldgs., Shed • 3260 Blue Mountain Wy. $2,100 Sunset Bldgs., Shed • 4265 S Millburn, $5,000 D&J Johnson Ents., Inc. dba Perf. Roofing & Rest, Reroof • 880 Red Mesa Dr. $11,000 CO Grouting, Fndtn. Repair • 15355 Churchill Pl. $10,000 Rocky Mountain Cstm.

Decks, Deck • 1920 Rusty Hinge Dr. $12,000 Rocky Mountain Cstm. Decks, Deck • 6627 Fielding Cr. $6,360 Ridgeline Roofing & Cnsltg., Reroof • 5745 Huerfano Dr. $13,000 Rocky Mountain Cstm. Decks, Deck • 2295 Lone Willow Vw. $1,750 Monarch Landscaping & Const., Pergola • 2521 W Monument St. $15,468 M.J.M. Const., Bsmnt. Finish • 5255 Sevenoaks Dr. $7,398 Campbell Roofing Inc., Reroof • 5008 Harvest Rd. $7,500 Campbell Roofing Inc., Reroof • 7785 Grosbeak Pt. $6,000 High Point Roofing, Reroof • 4725 Pipestem Ave. $4,000 AHP Const., Inc., Reroof • 6650 Northwind Dr. $5,000 Jackson Homes LLC., Reroof • 1313 Tappan Cr. $5,000 Jackson Homes LLC., Reroof • 1004 E La Salle St. $2,800 Homeowner, Stucco • 4550 S Wordsworth Cr. $6,500 JJ Const. & Roofing LLC., Reroof • 35 Fountain Pl. $5,067 Reynolds Roofing Systs., LLC., Reroof • 6995 Blackhawk Pl. $6,500 Guns & Hoses Roofing, Reroof • 105 N Sheridan Ave. $5,758 Reynolds Roofing Systs., LLC., Reroof • 2030 Montezuma Dr. $5,000 Highlands Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 2225 Bonfoy Ave. $5,000 Eagle Creek Roofing, Reroof • 3526 Rockhampton Ct. $5,300 Total Roofing, Reroof • 6035 Red Hill Cr. $13,300 Total Roofing, Reroof • 4249 Siferd Blvd. $19,319 Pyramid Roofing Corp, Reroof • 7810 Potomac Dr. $15,500 Total Roofing, Reroof • 4784 Spotted Horse Dr. $8,100 Total Roofing, Reroof • 138 Ithaca St. $10,000 Total Roofing, Reroof • 7245 Churchwood Cr. $6,589 Meyer Roofing, Reroof • 840 E Fountain Blvd. $6,770 Meyer Roofing, Reroof • 3725 Birdie Ct. $6,240 Meyer Roofing, Reroof • 7620 Jeffrey Ln. $7,093 Meyer Roofing, Reroof • 865 Golden Hills Rd. $21,000 Meyer Roofing, Reroof • 2065 Danny Dr. $9,086 Gardner Contracting, Reroof • 4980 Windward Cr. $5,673 Gardner Contracting, Reroof • 15620 Eastonville Rd. $25,000 Homeowner, Addn. • 24192 Speer Rd. $6,000 Clean Sweep Chimney Sweeps Inc. dba Aspen Stove & Fireplace, Woodstove • 781 S Grey Eagle Cr. $12,000 Wyndhill Roofing LLC., Reroof • 2265 Villa Rosa Dr. $10,000 Wyndhill Roofing LLC., Reroof • 2104 N Cascade Ave. $8,000 Premier Roofing Co., LLC., Reroof • 7270 Cotton Dr. $6,800 Aim High Roofing LLC., Reroof • 8640 Avens Cr. $10,000 Blue Eagle Roofing & Const., Reroof • 3430 Congo Dr. $5,800 Petrali Roofing, Reroof • 2525 N Tejon St. $6,500 M D Remodg., Reroof • 4975 Molly Pond Ct. $8,000 Empire Roofing Systs., Inc., Reroof • 9317 Hirono Rd. $6,100 Homeowner, Bsmnt. Finish • 2626 E Uintah St. $4,094 Kelanar Roofing, Reroof • 3020 Mirage Dr. $6,452 Best Hands Roofing, Reroof • 4975 Weaver Dr. $6,000 Zede Roofing, Reroof • 18675 St Andrews Dr. $3,000 J & D Lathe & Stucco, Stucco • 1537 Hollyhock Dr. $10,000 M Witte Design/build, Inc., Int. Remod. • 8320 Emporia Ave. $2,000 Homeowner, Reroof • 2365 Silent Rain Dr. $8,931 North West Roofing, Reroof • 7249 Julynn Rd. $9,557 North West Roofing, Reroof • 7207 Rising Moon Dr. $9,225 North West Roofing, Reroof • 7185 Aspen Glen Ln. $9,415 North West Roofing, Reroof • 7161 White Buffalo Rd. $7,767 North West Roofing, Reroof • 7123 Aspen Glen Ln. $7,895 North West Roofing, Reroof • 803 Rolling Park Dr. $10,370 Homeowner, Deck • 1220 Windmill Ave. $7,600 CO Window & Door Co, Stucco • 1488 Southmoor Dr. $500 Homeowner, Framing door & window • 705 W Monroe St. $3,852 Homeowner, Reroof • 2610 Maroon Bells Ave. $5,666 Dynamic Exts. By Shr, Reroof • 7935 Manston Dr. $7,600 Petrali Roofing, Reroof • 237 Dolomite Dr. $9,700 J & E Plstrg., Stucco • 5175 Golden Hills Ct. $10,300 J & E Plstrg., Stucco • 370 Cliff Falls Ct. $9,900 Rampart Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 1010 Carlson Dr. $6,740 Guarantee Exts., Reroof • 1610 Oakley Ct. $3,500 Seven Summits Const., Reroof • 5740 Astoria Wy. $2,600 Seven Summits Const., Reroof • 5135 Wilhelm Dr. $3,600 Homeowner, Reroof • 1239 Hartford St. $200 Homeowner, Truss Repair • 15648 Old Post Dr. $11,200 Concepts In Iron, LLC., Deck • 2710 Northridge Dr. $5,000 Eddie Meredith Construct. Inc., Add Int. Drain • 19545 Indian Summer Ln. $4,484 Homeowner, Deck • 3740 Spaatz Rd. $11,260 Moriarty Roofing, Reroof • 460 Brandywine Dr. $23,730 Aspen Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 15285 Steinbeck Ln. $9,500 Decks By Schmillen LLC., Deck • 1615 Cheyenne Blvd. $9,500 Divine Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 2318 W Pikes Peak Ave. $12,700 Professional Rest. & Repair, Fndtn. Repair • 6043 Corinth Dr. $4,500 Impact Bldrs. LLC., Reroof • 106 N Garo Ave. $6,000 Const. Resource Svc. LLC., Reroof • 1660 Hathaway Dr. $6,000 Const. Resource Svc. LLC., Reroof • 1755 Smoke Ridge Dr. $10,009 Aspen Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 1525 Bear Cloud Dr. $12,845 Aspen Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 10504 Black Elk Wy. $10,000 CO Cstm. Decks Inc., Deck & Cover • 6375 Delmonico Dr. $3,333 1st Priority Roofing, LLC., Reroof • 4525 N Enchanted Cr. $5,000 Cricket Roofing LLC., Reroof • 523 Pluto Dr. $11,000 Empire Roofing Systs., Inc., Reroof • 320 E Cache La Poudre St. $5,000 Cricket Roofing LLC., Reroof • 3480 Cape Romain Dr. $3,333 1st Priority Roofing,

LLC., Reroof • 1908 Timberline Dr. $8,000 Empire Roofing Systs., Inc., Reroof • 379 4th St. $4,200 Rescue Roofing LLC., Reroof • 2226 Wynkoop Dr. $6,950 Old World Const., Inc., Reroof • 2335 Sweet Water Ct. $5,000 X-cel Rest. Inc., Reroof • 202 Roca St B, $14,100 Peak View Roofing, Reroof • 1032 E Moreno Ave. $1,500 Homeowner, Reroof • 665 Winding Hills Rd. $6,000 Handcrafted Const., Deck • 2329 Distinctive Dr. $9,000 Homeowner, Reroof • 2455 Wheaton Dr. $5,531 Prime Cos. Inc. dba PCI Const. Svcs, Reroof • 1615 Bandedrock Ct. $8,000 Jr Roof Mntce., Reroof • 417 Valley Wy. $5,559 Jr Roof Mntce., Reroof • 813 S Cedar St. $6,000 K & R Roofing, Inc.., Reroof • 5225 Balsam St. $7,000 JD Vigil Home Svcs., Reroof • 7935 Remington Ridge Pl. $5,499 On Top Roofing & Rest., Reroof • 5061 Pioneer Mesa Dr. $5,382 On Top Roofing & Rest., Reroof • 5075 Saddle Dr. $4,800 All Phase Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 139 Star View Cr. $11,000 Seven Thirty-five, Reroof • 4580 Granby Cr. $9,400 Seven Thirty-five, Reroof • 13475 Lariat Cr. $6,800 Total Roofing, Reroof • 3623 Cape Romain Dr. $8,900 Total Roofing, Reroof • 3105 Venable Pass Ct. $7,600 Total Roofing, Reroof • 16670 Von Neuman Dr. $17,000 Total Roofing, Reroof • 10305 Mountain Ln. $4,000 Aspen Roofing Co. Inc., Reroof • 4968 Dewar Dr. $7,500 Divine Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 1205 Main St. $2,500 Hl Cstm. Homes, LLC., Stucco • 2628 Antietam Ln. $3,800 Handyman Connection, Water Damage • 1540 Waurika Cr. $7,038 Peak View Roofing, Reroof • 2226 N Circle Dr. $4,500 Fletcher C.M., Reroof • 5350 Rampart Terrace Rd. $3,400 Holladay Grace Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 7225 Cotton Dr. $9,173 Triton Roofing, Reroof • 5830 Daltry Ln. $4,559 The Home Impvmt. Ctr., Deck • 3923 E Pikes Peak Ave. $5,700 Holladay Grace Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 17685 Pond View Pl. $2,500 Rest. CO, Inc., Reroof • 205 Sedona Dr. $2,000 Homeowner, Storage Shed • 7929 Guinness Wy. $1,960 Homeowner, Deck • 5348 Rondo Wy. $6,200 G & G Roofing Spec., Reroof • 5060 Lyda Ln. $500 Winds Of Change Contract., Inc., Int. Remod. • 6430 Chantilly Pl. $4,500 All-around Roofing, Reroof • 6438 Chantilly Pl. $4,500 All-around Roofing, Reroof • 12244 Stanley Canyon Rd. $4,500 Casco Ents., Inc., Deck • 3945 Applewood Dr. $8,000 Aspen Roofing Co. Inc., Reroof • 5232 Kenosha Pass Ct. $27,871 Creekstone Dev., Inc., Bsmnt. Finish • 1306 E Columbia St. $4,500 Homeowner, Reroof • 6440 Tacoma Ct. $4,500 Homeowner, Reroof • 7559 Barn Owl Dr. $500 Homeowner, Bsmnt. Finish • 2217 Villa Rosa Dr. $9,000 Wyndhill Roofing LLC., Reroof • 2223 Villa Rosa Dr. $9,000 Wyndhill Roofing LLC., Reroof • 2319 Villa Rosa Dr. $9,000 Wyndhill Roofing LLC., Reroof • 6950 Quicksilver Dr. $5,200 Wyndhill Roofing LLC., Reroof • 3020 Inspiration Dr. $15,000 Shades Of Green Remodg., Stucco • 1434 N Chestnut St. $500 Action Excavating & Utilities Co., Demo • 17915 Woodhaven Dr. $10,443 Rampart Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 525 Paisley Dr. $24,455 Triton Roofing, Reroof • 12320 Grand Teton Dr. $3,643 Homeowner, Bsmnt. Finish • 20075 E Elk Creek Dr. $22,327 Scottish Home Impvmts., Siding • 9445 Castle Oaks Dr. $500 Homeowner, Int. Remod. • 427 Locust Dr. $6,500 J & E Plstrg., Stucco • 1429 Smoochers Cr. $30,000 Trail's End Homebuilders, LLC., Deck & Pergola • 1873 Palm Dr. $3,900 O'leary & Sons Inc., Deck • 2033 S Corona Ave. $600 Homeowner, Reroof • 316 Whistler Creek Ct. $7,773 Dale Clark Const., Deck • 1416 Server Dr. $6,000 Highlands Roofing, Inc., Reroof • 2180 Silent Rain Dr. $4,928 Reliable Roofing Systs., Inc., Reroof • 6925 Lost Springs Dr. $5,042 Reliable Roofing Systs., Inc., Reroof • 185 Anchoria Wy. $13,500 Lianro Metal Roofs, Inc., Reroof • 7150 Metropolitan St. $6,500 Dynamic Roofing & Const. LLC., Reroof • 1644 Apache Trl. $4,500 Gold Star Roofing LLC., Reroof • 14994 Pamela Wy. $2,000 L & N Const. LLC., Reroof • 3905 Linden Pl. $8,500 Dl & Jm Ents. Inc. dba All About Roofing, Reroof • 6722 Oasis Butte Dr. $12,543 Cornerstone Roofing & Gutters, LLC., Reroof • 665 Allegheny Dr. $13,000 Roofcraft Inc., Reroof • 16221 Prairie Vista Ln. $23,786 Avalanche Roofing & Exts., Reroof • 1916 W Montebello Dr. $30,000 Roofcraft Inc., Reroof • 6350 Tuckerman Ln. $10,000 Roofcraft Inc., Reroof • 1350 Bison Ridge Dr. $10,000 Roofcraft Inc., Reroof • 4367 Gunbarrel Dr. $4,330 C & C Roofing & Exts. Inc., Reroof • 630 Echoglen Ct. $12,700 Integrity Roofing & Painting LLC., Reroof • 2527 Garden Wy. $6,864 Prime Roofing, Reroof • 1280 Antelope Dr. $9,173 Prime Roofing, Reroof • 1008 Mars Dr. $8,000 Zede Roofing, Reroof • 1145 Marlstone Pl. $3,327 Elite Roofing, Reroof • 703 San Clemente Dr. $5,556 Elite Roofing, Reroof • 4162 Hidden Cr. $6,500 Roofcraft Inc., Reroof • 3378 Foxridge Dr. $3,000 J & D Lathe & Stucco, Stucco

RESIDENTIAL GARAGES AND CARPORTS

• 12180 Forest Green Dr. $65,057 Mass Mgmt. & Prod., Det. Garage • 10935 Chiming Bell Cr. $26,614 Sunset Bldgs., Det. Garage • 2512 W St Vrain St. $17,743 Sunset Bldgs., Det. Garage • 214 S Willow St. $27,501 Homeowner, Det. Garage

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Featured Open House

One of the best located homes in Cordera – Move-in Ready! 4878 Turquoise Lake Court | $400,000 Hours: Sunday, July 12, 1-3pm Neighborhood: BRI Driving Directions: On the corner of Turquoise Lake Court and Grand Lawn Circle. Agent/Company: Marzolf-Blessing, ERA Shields, 719-593-1000

This property is ideally located in Cordera. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, a 2-car garage, and 3,168 Sq Ft. Corner lot, beautiful ranch plan, covered patio, two fireplaces, walking distance to the recreation center and school, wide plank wood floors, granite slab, and a fabulous wet bar. The house has been meticulously kept and is move-in ready. Open House hosted by Lisa Work, (719) 648-4884.

Todd McLain

Ashley McQueen Wilson

New associates join RE/MAX Properties, Inc. NEWSWIRE

Todd McLain and Ashley McQueen Wilson have joined RE/MAX Properties, Inc., Southern Colorado’s largest real estate company, as a broker associate in their North Office at 1740 Chapel Hills Dr. Todd is a third generation Colorado Native. He is a graduate from the University of Colorado (CU) and a former teacher in Denver (Cherry Creek) and Colorado Springs (Academy District 20). He has been licensed in real estate for 15 years, married with two children, and loves the outdoors. You can reach Todd at 719-290-6734 or todd.mclain@wesellmore.net. Ashley is a Certified Military Relocation Professional by the National Association of Realtors ® and is a Preferred Realtor ® with USAA, Navy Federal Credit Union and the Department

of Defense. She is passionate about giving back to the community with a portion of the proceeds from each closing being donated to one of the featured charitable organizations recognized by the Heart Happy Foundation. You can reach Ashley at 719-440-1596 or ashley.wilson@wesellmore.net. RE/MAX Properties, Inc. has been the number one residential real estate brokerage in Colorado Springs since 1989. The company has nearly 200 full-service professional Broker Associates that service all areas of Colorado Springs and surrounding areas in addition to relocation clients worldwide. The four RE/MAX Properties, Inc. locations are open seven days a week. More information can be found online at www.HomesColorado.com. 

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More Open Houses Featured Open House D-20, SAVE $ ~ ENERGY CERTIFIED 4 BR + OFFICE, 3 CAR GAR 7967 MOUNT HURON | $359,900

Hours: Sat & Sun, July 11 & 12 2-5 pm Neighborhood: BRIARGATE Driving Directions: WOODMEN RD - PAST ST FRANCIS HOSPITAL (ON R) L TUTT BLVD MERGE R ONTO COWPOKE, R MOUNT OURAY, L CUMBRE VISTA, R MOUNT HURON TRAIL Agent/Company: CATHY RIGGS, ERA HERMAN GRP, 719 331-8161

Absolutely IMMACULATE D-20 Rancher With Main Level Office & Laundry. Wood Floors, Granite, Great Room, Gourmet Kitchen, + Many Upgrades. Quick Commute to All Bases

Featured Open House Stunning Home in Tri-Lakes

20370 Soaring Wings Dr | $549,900

Hours: Sunday, July 12, 1-4pm Neighborhood: Hawk Ridge Driving Directions: Follow I-25 N to Interquest Pkwy. Take exit 153, continue onto Interquest Pkwy. Continue onto CO-83 N. Continue on S. County Line Rd to Soaring Wing Dr. Agent/Company: Bill Hourigan, 719-332-8569, The Platinum Group

Stunning 4/5/3 2-story w/AMAZING Pikes Peak views!! Huge walkout Great rm w/hardwood, gas log fireplace, built-ins and VIEWS!!. Beautiful updated gourmet kitchen w/hardwood floors, granite counters, walk-in pantry, under cabinet lighting, counter bar and dining space. Master suite has gas log fireplace w/ custom tile, walk-in closet, 5pc master bath w/soaking tub. In-floor radiant heat, Move-in ready in mint condition! Pre-Inspected! Short drive to Denver! Come see!!

Featured Open House New listing-totally remodeled Clearview Estates

4165 Chenango Dr. | $218,000

Hours: 7/12/15 12 – 3 PM Neighborhood: F/V Driving Directions: Bradley to Alturas to Chenango Agent/Company: Tammy Kiger, 719-321-9030, Keller Williams Clients Choice

WOW! Beautiful remodeled home! 4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car oversized gar. 14 x 33 covered patio, new roof, wood floors, granite counters, new cabinets, sprinkler system w/drip system, RV parking, landscaped, playset, goldfish pond, new railing on stairs. This is truly a wonderful home. Don’t miss this one! Quick close.

Featured Open House Custom Luxury Home in Pinecrest

9970 Highland Glen Place | $950,000 Hours: Open House This Sunday July 12, 1-3 Neighborhood: Pinecrest Driving Directions: From Briargate Parkway and I-25 go east, left on Chapel Hill Dr, Right on Promontory Peak, right on Pine Springs Way, left on Highland Glen Place, home is on the left. Agent/Company: Kevin Patterson 719.575.1200 The Patterson Group

9970 Highland Glen conveys dazzling views of Pikes Peak and the Front Range in addition to gorgeous Golf Course views. Versatility from multiple levels and living spaces is on hand to accommodate every need. Delivering over 6,800 square feet with 6 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms and a four-car garage this gem is a must see! Outdoor areas include a deck on the upper level, a deck with fireplace on the main level, a spacious backyard, and a private covered courtyard. Only three years “new” this home is offered at significantly less than the cost of building.

Featured Open House Old Farm Home with Stunning Views

5287 Meteor DR | $278,000

Hours: Sunday, July 12 1 – 4 PM Neighborhood: EAS – Old Farm Driving Directions: Heading east on Austin Bluffs Pkwy, take right onto Farmingdale Dr. 1st left onto Windgate Ct. Left onto Meteor Dr. Agent/Company: Liz Cobb, ERA Shields Real Estate, 719.492.4040

This 5-bedroom, 3-bath beauty has it all including formal living and dining, two family rooms, kitchen with breakfast bar and breakfast nook, huge walk-in pantry, master bedroom with adjoining five-piece bath, main-level laundry and wine/humidor room. Vaulted ceilings create an open feeling while well-appointed windows let in tons of natural light. Home offers new roof, new carpeting, fresh interior and exterior paint and has been pre-inspected.

Featured Open House Patio Home with Main Level Living and Views 844 Loma Pt | $319,500

Hours: Sunday, July 12, 1-4pm Neighborhood: Southwest Driving Directions: Cheyenne Mtn Blvd to Blue Mtn to Loma Pt. Agent/Company: Bob Smith, HomeSmith Realty, 719-661-1377

Maintenance Free Main Level Living. Spacious open floor with vaulted ceilings. Main level master suite with 5 piece bath and his and her walk-in closets. Upgraded kitchen with slab granite countertops and S/S appliances. Large covered deck with views. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 car attached garage. Over 3,300 sq. ft living area.

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Featured Home of the Week UNIQUE SOUTHWEST RANCH PLAN HOME 2764 Fawn Grove | $375,000

7320 Timbergrove Place | $549,900

Neighborhood: Spring Grove Agent/Company: Nancy Syms, 719.338.3547, nsyms6856@aol.com, ERA Shields

Neighborhood: N/W Driving Directions: Woodman West/Rockrimmon to Delmonico. Right on Delmonico and follow to Big Valley. Left to Timbergrove PL. Left and follow to end of Cul-De-Sac. Agent/Company: Stuart M. Vestal, ERA Shields, (719) 963-2226

This spectacular home boasts many unique features including 2 master bedrooms and 2 master baths. Lower level finished to accommodate separate living area with full kitchen, walkout and a possible 6th bedroom. Property grounds are adorned with many spectacular additions including water features, bridges and gardens that makes this your own private sanctuary!

2,759 sq ft home with 2 Beds / 2Baths Come home to the quiet Neighborhood of Spring Grove!! This truly unique ranch plan home is located in a cul-desac with views mountains. This is a one owner home and has been impeccably maintained. Formal dining room adjacent to the kitchen & island/eating bar. The master bedroom spacious with adjoining master bath and a walk-in closet. Beautiful landscaping. Fully air conditioned with a humidifier. Close to all services and both military bases. This home is move in ready! Separate office & lots of storage.

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UNIQUE OLD NORTH END TOWNHOME 2336 N. Wood Avenue | $321,900

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Neighborhood: CEN Old North End Driving Directions: From I-25, go east on Uintah to Cascade Ave., north on Cascade to Penrose Hospital, turn west on Jackson to Wood Ave. Agent/Company: Merryl Tate, Charlie Oliver, Haley Realty, Inc., 719-634-3785

Neighborhood: Carriages at Briargate Driving Directions: From I-25, exit #150 at N. Academy Blvd. Follow Academy Blvd south and turn Left (east) onto Jamboree Dr. Continue on Jamboree Dr. until it dead-ends at Parliament Dr. then turn Left (north). Turn Right onto Glen Carriage Grove. Sold from model home which is first home on Left at 8489 Glen Carriage Grove, Colorado Springs, 80920 Agent/Company: Classic Homes, 719-265-0103 CarriagesatBriargate@classichomes.com 4 Bed, 3 bath, 2 car-gar. 2,682 sq. ft. Finished walkout basement w/1ft. taller ceilings. Master Bedroom plus Bedroom 2 on main level. Master includes shower w/ seat, mudset pan, and slab Granite countertops. Kitchen includes upgraded Maple cabinets with 42” uppers, upgraded slab Granite countertops with full tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Oak hardwood flooring. Air conditioning included. Iron pickets at stairs. Brushed nickel hardware and bath faucets and interior lights. Covered 10x15 deck off Great Room. Comes fully landscaped and all landscape maintenance is taken care of through the HOA. MLS #8831548

Featured Home of the Week Classic Homes in The Village of Verona

Only listed townhome in Old North End! Large MBR, en-suite 5-piece bath, double sink vanity, soaking tub, separate shower and toilet, heated tile floors, walk-in closet, patio access from MBR. Large 2nd BR w/closet wall and adjacent 4-piece bath next to office/loft area. Storage room, gas log FP, attached 2-car garage w/GDO, all appliances included, oak floors/carpet, eating space in kitchen. Carefree living, lock and leave, HOA exterior maintenance, gated community. Close to Penrose Hospital, CC, Downtown.

Featured Home of the Week CLASSIC HOMES NEWEST COMMUNITY - RENAISSANCE AT INDIGO RANCH 6656 Lucky Star Lane | $252,864

1908 Turnbull Drive | $634,900 - Available Now!

Neighborhood: Renaissance at Indigo Ranch Driving Directions: From I-25, exit #149 at Woodmen Road. Follow Woodmen Road east. Right (south) on Powers Blvd. Left (east) at Dublin Blvd. Left (north) on Mustang Rim Drive. Right (east) on Chickasaw Way. Left (north) on Lucky Star Lane. Parking lot and models are on your right at 6657 Lucky Star Lane, Colorado Springs, 80923 Agent/Company: Classic Homes, 719-434-7831 IndigoRenaissance@classichomes.com

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 DARLING SOUTHWEST BRICK RANCHER

New “Serenity” Ranch plan. 1,280 sq. ft. Elevation “C” with front porch and stucco exterior with stone accents. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and alley loaded 2-car garage. Kitchen includes Maple cabinets with Designer uppers, slab Granite countertops with full tile backsplash, undermount sink, and stainless steel appliances. Gas fireplace. Tile flooring in Master Bath. A/C prep package. Oil rubbed bronze hardware and bath faucets. Main level Laundry. Full yard landscaping and fence included! MLS:5568198

Featured Home of the Week STUNNING VICTORIAN HOME

1623 Apache Trail | $289,900

2131 W. Bijou | $225,000

Neighborhood: Crestridge Estates Agent/Company: Lori Jones, Cliff Johnson Realty Inv., 719-592-7200

Neighborhood: Old Colorado City Agent/Company: Lori Jones, Cliff Johnson Realty Inv., 719-592-7200

NEW ON THE MARKET! Cheyenne Mountain D-12 brick rancher! 4 bedrooms + office, 3 baths, expanded master suite, hardwood & ceramic tile floors, all kitchen appliances included! Workshop, large lot, mature landscaping, storage shed. Move-in ready! www.1623apachetrail.com

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JUST LISTED! Old Colorado City dream home! Updated kitchen w/custom quartz counters and a new stainless range & microwave, completely remodeled bathroom, fresh paint, large rooms, walk-in closets, 9 ft ceilings, fantastic deck & patio, beautiful gardens. Walking distance to shops, restaurants & parks. www.2131wbijoustreet.com

Featured Home of the Week WELL-PRESERVED OLD COLORADO CITY HOME 1526 W. Kiowa | $315,000

11065 Birch Hollow Way | $355,000

Neighborhood: Falcon Highlands Driving Directions: From Power & Woodmen, head east on Woodmen, take right on Golden Sage Rd which turns to Rolling Thunder Way. Right on Bridal Vail Way, Left at Seely Cir, Right on Nulato Cir which turns to Birch Hollow. Agent/Company: Lenka Martin, 719-205-5248, LenkaMartin.com For more info: LenkaMartin.com/HomesforSale 5 bdrms/3.5baths/3 car garage/ 3507 total sq ft All bedrooms on the upper level! Main level features a nice open floor plan with ample of windows and 9’ ceilings, three sided fireplace in the great room, large bay window in a formal dining room, built in cabinets & TV set up in the living room, and other great many interior details. Air conditioning, humidifier, intercom, spacious rooms, generous closets, and plenty of storage in the unfinished basement. Covered porch & Trex deck, fenced backyard. Fully landscaped. Quiet neighborhood, spacious inside and out. Easy access to Woodmen Rd. MLS#3787023

Neighborhood: Old Colorado City Agent/Company: Lori Jones, Cliff Johnson Realty Inv., 719-592-9700

Gorgeous 3 bedroom 2 bath home w/oversized 2-car garage. Inviting spaces await you! Large living room w/ woodburning stove, open & light dining room, master bedroom & second bedroom on the main level and an incredible upper level living suite w/private bath. Walk-in closets throughout! Large fenced yard w/patio, garden area & storage shed. Don’t miss this one! www.1526wkiowastreet.com

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INDOOR LAP POOL AND GARDENS IN BROADMOOR! 16 Northgate Rd | $859,000

Hours: Sunday, July 12th, 1:00 PM – 4PM Neighborhood: S/W Broadmoor Driving Directions: From Lake and 115 go west to first round-a-bout, go left (south) to Pourtales. Left onto Northgate, home is on the right Agent/Company: Trish Ingels, Berkshire Hathaway 719-331-7819, trish@gloriod.com

Own a piece of history and add your story to it! The original 1944 structure has been expanded several times to date. The spectacular great room w/ soaring beamed ceilings opens to kitchen, dining, & flagstone terrace. The gourmet kitchen has everything you could wish for: upgraded stainless appliances, & beautiful custom cabinetry. The outside gardens are extensive & include a pond with footbridge, barn for storage, and raised garden beds. 5 BD, 5 BA, 3Car, 6,857 sf, .88 acre lot

Featured Open House Briargate Beauty – Complete Remodel

3655 Fair Dawn Drive | $256,000

Hours: Sunday, July 12 1 – 4 PM Neighborhood: BRI Driving Directions: Heading east on Woodmen Road, take left on Lexington. Take 2nd right onto Briargate Blvd. Left onto Misty Meadows Dr. 1st right onto Fair Dawn Dr. Agent/Company: Jerry Cobb, ERA Shields Real Estate, 719.492.4041

You will enjoy this comfortable floor plan and easy living spaces of this highly energy-efficient home. Virtually every aspect has been updated. New gourmet kitchen features stunning granite countertops, stone backsplash and all-new stainless appliances. Bathrooms feature new vanities, flooring and light fixtures. The master has a quaint sitting area that walks out to a deck with great views of Pikes Peak. The fully finished basement could be used as an office or family room. Nice lot size. D-20 schools. Nothing left to do but move in and enjoy this former Parade home.

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BY MIKE TEMPLEMAN  FORBES

We’ve churned through dozens of poor hires at our company. And with every one of the bad decisions we’ve made in hiring, we’ve learned a little bit about what makes a winner when it comes to hiring. You’ve probably read books on how to identify quality employees, or have heard about some of the extreme lengths some companies go through when hiring new team members. But with the talent crunch we’re experiencing in the tech and digital industry right now, most companies don’t have the luxury of making potential hires jump through dozens of hoops. Instead, they have to identify the winners quickly and efficiently. Here’s what we look for and how we identify it.

CRITICAL THINKING

This is the number one thing we look for in a new team member. We care so much about critical thinking, that we’ll often forego an experienced candidate who has the resume that matches perfectly with what we’re seeking, for someone with less experience and who, on paper, doesn’t appear to be as qualified but shows a high level of critical thinking. Critical thinking can mean many things to many people, but for us, it’s not only the ability to look at a problem and receive a process, but be able to effectively identify if there’s a better solution or better process than the one presented to them. Basically it boils down to this action: Don’t blindly do what we say, rather do what needs to be done in order to get the best result. This can cause problems for people

who believe they’re critical thinkers, but really they just don’t enjoy following orders. These are the rebels without a cause. They break things for no better reason than to break things. These are not critical thinkers. Rather, a critical thinker is a rebel with a cause. They are the ones who are able to quickly run through scenarios in their mind and eliminate the options that won’t work, would cause more problems, or ones that have probably already been tried numerous times. These types of critical thinkers know when to follow the process and when to not follow the process. That’s the important differentiator. In the animal kingdom, they’re the one that stays close to the pack for protection and doesn’t wander off for no reason, only to be picked off by a predator. They’re also the ones who won’t walk blindly off a cliff with the rest of the lemmings when that pack mentality becomes detrimental. So, how do we identify this skill? We give them the unexpected. In our interviews we’ll often flip the script and force the applicant to interview us. We’ll often throw some distractions into the equation just to see how they handle it. One of the interviewers will abruptly leave the room to take a call, or we’ll purposely remain silent for long periods between questions. Now, you may think these are just mind games and we’re being cruel. And to some interviewees, I will admit, it’s more than they can handle and they do crack. But that’s what we’re looking for. We’re trying to find the people who can handle the unexpected. Everyone

knows how an interview is supposed to go. Therefore, they come prepared. But the people with great critical thinking skills are the ones who can take the unexpected and still produce a great interview.

AMBITION

Ambition is another vague quality that has different meanings for different organizations. But to us, it doesn’t mean someone who is brash, gregarious, or overbearing. Instead, ambition to our company is the desire in someone to be the best at something. This doesn’t mean they have to desire to be the president of the company one day or even be a team lead, but rather it means they work tirelessly to hone their craft to become the best they can be. They strive to be the greatest at X. Because this isn’t the typical sort of ambition people look for, it can, similar to critical thinking, be difficult to identify. But here’s how we do it. What people do in their spare time tells us a lot about what drives them. Thus, in our interviews we dig deep into the personal hobbies and leisure time of our potential employees. We ask about their side projects, we bring up some of our own hobbies and see if there are any similarities. When you’re able to identify a common trait, the interviewee will often become more open about their personal lives. What we’re looking for are activities that show the person is serious about personal improvement. We’re more than happy to talk about our shared love of boating, or climbing, but what we’re hoping to hear is something about their

blog or their training for a marathon. Really, it doesn’t matter what the activity or hobby is, but rather we’re looking for a borderline obsession with improving at whatever they love. We’ve found that an obsession in being the best in one field can often translate into an equally powerful drive in another. This is why we have several former college athletes on our staff as well as endurance athletes, professional writers, artists, and other difficult fields of mastery. The qualities that make them great in those areas, allow them to become great in the work environment.

WORK ETHIC

This is our final quality, but it’s just as important as the other two. In fact, it ties very closely to the second quality of Ambition. You see, there are the blessed few among us who roll out of bed and are amazing at something. These are prodigies. Sometimes it’s a physical gift and other times it’s a mental gift that allows them to be great without much effort. And that’s why work ethic can derail someone who appears to have ambition. We’ve come across individuals who appear to have ambition because they are the best at X. But after having worked with them, we quickly discover that their brilliance in X is due to a prodigious amount of natural ability. But that ability is not backed up by any sort of work ethic. I call these people lazy geniuses. And there are millions of them out there. In fact, it’s frightening how many you encounter and then realize just how much natural talent is being wasted. These individuals could, without

much effort, be leaders of the business world or major influencers in politics or culture. But instead, they attain a level of greatness, then coast. It’s enough to make you want to tear your hair out. And some might argue that these lazy geniuses are still great for a company. After all, why wouldn’t you want a genius on your team? Well, because they can be cancerous to your culture. If you’re looking for hard workers and are building a culture of accountability and results driven work, then it’s quite difficult to justify having someone on the team that rolls into the office whenever they want, or is a constant distraction to those around them because they just don’t have to work as hard to produce the same results. It can quickly cause a crisis in culture. And we’ve learned that it’s just better to avoid these situations. Instead, look for the hard workers. These are the people that will go to war with you. They won’t shirk in the face of a challenge and will be willing to walk through brick walls. These are the people you want standing shoulder to shoulder with you. And those lazy geniuses, let them go. As I said, they may feel like a rare find, but in truth they’re much more common than anyone would like to admit. But when you’re able to find that perfect applicant who exemplifies all of these qualities and after you hire them you see them blossom into one of your top performers, you’ll feel that rush of excitement in knowing you’ve found a winner. And that rush makes up for all the frustration and hassle you feel when sifting through tons of dirt just to find one single diamond. 

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