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CONTENTS Top Producer: Kim Hullett Loves The Art Of Selling Homes
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Featured Property: 6840 Goldbranch Dr. Niwot, CO
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Health and Longevity: Thank ME!
Realtor to Know: Megan Reed
Team Realtors: Dennis and Jann Culver
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LOVES THE
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HOMES By Debbie Pelzmann Photos By Liv Berger, The Headshot Gal
Along the road from humble beginnings in Hays, Kansas to selling eight-figure homes in Boulder, Kim Hullett has worn a lot of hats: industrial engineer; attorney; founder and CEO of a built, run, and sold medical device distribution company; mother of three; wife of three decades; art and design super-fan. A Real Estate career by way of an unconventional path is common among top performers profiled by Real Producers—and Kim certainly fits the bill. Each facet of Kim’s multivariate life is thoughtfully infused into her business, leading to a client base that is all the more fitting of her personality and particular style of buying and selling homes. “My whole business plan revolves around doing it a bit differently,” Kim said. More on that soon.
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Jill Of All Trades, Master Of Many
The self-proclaimed bookworm with a knack for math and science began her education in industrial engineering, graduating summa cum laude from Kansas State University. She sought a law degree from the University of Texas soon after and worked legal jobs in corporate, non-profit, government, and patent law. But, as a young, female law intern, Kim found herself “on edge at all times” in a male-dominated field that frequently crossed professional and personal boundaries. So when she was struck with the idea to turn her father-in-law’s patented medical device into a distribution business that would indirectly create an entire industry around pelvic floor dysfunction and women’s health, she went for it.
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Thus, out of some difficult situations, emerged the entrepreneurial version of Kim that she said has always lived at her true core. Inspiring an Industry and Empowering Women
Essential Control Systems, Kim’s med-tech company, was based on a patented internal sensor developed by her step-father-in-law, John Perry, best known for co-authoring “The G Spot” in 1982. His device was used to measure pelvic floor activity by William Masters and Virginia Johnson (yes, THAT Masters and Johnson) in their famed 1960s research on human sexuality. Expanding the reach of the device to physicians, high-tech body monitoring manufacturers, and other clinical professionals, Kim offered them a tool by which they could further understand the physiology and needs of women in their care. Kim’s work ultimately gave rise to a field of practice where one previously didn’t exist. Today, sufferers of pelvic floor dysfunction can thank Kim, in no small part, for developing a business model and professional training certifications around the myriad treatment options for pelvic floor dysfunction outside of surgery and prolonged suffering.
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I’VE NEVER CHARGED A CLIENT FOR STAG I N G . I believe that we are in a place where real estate agents need t o a d d v a l u e. And I don’t know if they’re thought of that way in the m a r k e t p l a c e.
After building and running the company for 19 years, Kim sold it and pressed pause on her career to be home with her three children, where she focused her energy until stepping into Real Estate seven years ago. it helps you see the space in a different light. It also changes and expands the demographic,” Kim said.
Getting SmART With Staging
With a finger on the pulse of creativity through the lens of her deep appreciation for architecture and well-curated spaces, Kim’s passion for art plays a standard role in the staging of every one of her listings. You might call strategic aesthetics and art curation her signature moves when it comes to listing homes. “Preparing a home and making it appealing, you can wildly do that with a piece of impact art. You walk in and you see a really good piece of art and it’s kind of amazing how
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“You’re trying to appeal to a broad audience. I like to do that through art and design. And I don’t do it myself. I bring in a lot of other people.” Those people include a deep roster of artists, designers, contractors, and staging professionals, many of whom Kim also promotes via her newsletter and whose work might gain exposure or even be purchased in the process of a listing being shown or sold. It’s not just about making the biggest sale, as Kim attests. She recognizes her ability to create an aesthetic at any financial level. “I’m always reminded of Sharon Stone on the red carpet with the iconic Oscar de la Renta skirt and
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white Gap T-shirt. I love that about design. I don’t have to be listing a $3 million home to get excited about making a space really special; I can do it at all price points, and I really love that about this industry,” she said. “I think people who have less-thanluxury homes in Boulder County sometimes don’t get that kind of attention from their agents, and that’s what I’m into.” Staging everything from the tiniest investment condo to full luxury homes, Kim does so only at her own expense. “I’ve never charged a client for staging. I believe that we are in a place where real estate agents need to add value. And I don’t know if they’re thought of that way in the marketplace,” she explained. “When I think of it from a traditional business standpoint, I am just a broker between homes. So, what’s the business? And how can I add value and differentiate myself?”
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H OW T H E H O M E P R E S E N TS I S MY R E S P O N S I B I L I T Y.
Impeccable Ethics And A Sturdy Rule Of Thumb
Charging for staging isn’t the only thing Kim will never do. She also has never and will never double-end a deal, comparing it to a divorce lawyer taking on representation for both parties. “It’s perfectly legal according to Colorado rules, but it is outside my ethical boundaries. I refer my sign calls so that everyone has representation.” Her personal rule of thumb for when somebody enters one of Kim’s listings: No speed bumps. “If someone feels interrupted in their experience of viewing your home, then I want to talk about that. I spend hours and hours and hours sitting in people’s homes—if they’ll let me— thinking about how the experience will be for the first person that crosses the doorstep,” Kim said. “How the home presents is my responsibility. It doesn’t mean we renovate the whole home, but what would be the best return on investment? And I bring in a lot of people to help make those decisions.” Kim said her clients are collaborative, intelligent, empowered people—attracted to her for the dedicated and expressive way she shows up. That, along with having the technical know-how of an engineer and the ability to speak legalese on contractual matters, Kim’s rapid growth in Boulder County’s Real Estate world comes as no surprise. If you’re interested in seeing Kim’s heart for art in action, mark your calendar for her annual Art Party at Growing Gardens on December 5. Info can be found at kimhullettrealestate.com.
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around an enchanting stone paver courtyard, effortlessly blending the boundaries between indoor and outdoor areas for an exceptional living experience. Enhancing the allure of its old-world charisma and Tuscan influence, the barrel clay tile roof, imported from Italy, adds an authentic touch. Luxury is woven into every detail, as high-end materials and impeccable craftsmanship meet functional design and energy-efficient amenities. The grandeur of Italian Groin vaulted ceilings graces the formal entry leaving an indelible impression, and cherry wood accents accentuate the intricate architectural features of the doors, floors, and ceiling beams. An open-concept kitchen seamlessly connects to the great room and center courtyard, providing an ideal setting for family life and entertaining.
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for high-energy play. The court seamlessly transforms into a multisport arena, complete with pickleball nets or the potential for a golf simulation system. The court’s surface is shielded with scuff-free Benjamin Moore paint, preserving its pristine appearance even during intense matches. Get ready to enjoy a range of athletic pursuits within this dynamic and well-appointed space. The residence boasts exceptional energy efficiency through its owned solar farm and geothermal heating system. Four geothermal units provide highly efficient heating and cooling, while the on-site solar farm ensures a sustainable energy source. A Generac generator stands ready for emergency backup power for added peace of mind. Two water heaters and an integrated Nuvo Whole Home AV system complete the technologically advanced features of the home.
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A Unique Blend of Experience and Compassion
DENNIS JANN AND
CULVER
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In the world of real estate, where transactions and deals often dominate the conversation, there are those rare individuals who bring a unique blend of experience, compassion, and dedication to community service. Dennis and Jann Culver, a dynamic husband-and-wife real estate team, exemplify these qualities in their approach to their profession and life.
Dennis and Jann are both from the heartland of Nebraska and met in Lincoln in the 1970s. This is where their careers initially started. Dennis obtained his real estate license in 1974, while Jann followed suit in 1977. These early years saw Dennis forging a path as a home builder, while Jann became a Century 21 agent. Interestingly, their paths converged through collaboration. Jann began referring her clients to Dennis for the construction of homes, marking the beginning of their partnership in real estate and a partnership in their personal lives.
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However, their professional journey didn’t stop there. They transitioned to the mortgage industry, taking up roles at Wells Fargo.
ability to communicate effectively with clients. Her genuine desire to understand their needs and put them
Dennis’s role as a National Sales Manager at Wells Fargo for 25 years allowed him to understand the intricate needs of Realtors and builders, a perspective that has proven invaluable in his career as a Realtor. He learned how to cater to the needs of Realtors’ clients and how to partner effectively with real estate professionals to make the home-buying process smoother.
JANN AND I ARE VERY SOCIAL PEOPLE. WE WALK AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD THE FRIDAY BEFORE THE OPEN HOUSE GIVING OUT FLYERS.
Jann was a National Sales Consultant for Wells Fargo which was an experience that laid the groundwork for their future success in the industry. Also, Jann’s social work degree played a significant role in her
at ease during what can often be a daunting process has earned her a reputation as a compassionate and empathetic Realtor.
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After 25 years in the mortgage banking sector, Dennis and Jann decided to return to their roots in real estate, marking a significant turning point in their careers. Their re-entry into the brokerage real estate market was driven by a desire to rekindle the enjoyment they found in helping clients buy and sell homes. They moved to Colorado in 1980 and are now an inseparable duo at WK Real Estate. With them, they brought a wealth of knowledge and experience gained over the years. One remarkable aspect of the Culvers’ approach to real estate is their commitment to open houses. They have a unique strategy of engaging with neighbors and actively inviting them to these events. Their warm and welcoming attitude not only draws neighbors into the open houses but Boulder County Real Producers • 21
a relatively rare occurrence in one’s lifealso allows them to build connectime, which is why we want to make tions within the community. it an enjoyable experience. We Dennis states, “Jann and I convey this message to our cliare very social people. ents: Buying a home should We walk around the be a fun journey,” Dennis neighborhood the says. Jann chimes in, Friday before the ONE OF THE THINGS “One of the things that open house giving THAT GIVES ME THE gives me the greatest out flyers. I would satisfaction is solving say that at 90% of GREATEST SATISFACTION IS problems by coming our open houses, SOLVING PROBLEMS BY up with a win-win neighbors come for everybody. I think in with that flyer COMING UP WITH A WIN-WIN that Dennis and I are in their hand and really good at finding a thank us for the FOR EVERYBODY. solution everybody can invitation.” live with.” Furthermore, when At the heart of Dennis and prospective buyers Jann’s core lies their deep attend the open house commitment to community service. and discover that it may not Jann serves on the board of Habitat for meet their criteria, Jann is “at the Humanity and is part of the Boulder ready” on her computer considering County Medical Reserve Corps, their preferences and presenting which is also part of FEMA on a alternative choices. The Culvers’ national basis. Her dedication to greatest source of satisfaction these organizations reflects her comes from dispelling the desire to give back and help anxiety that often comes those in need. Dennis, with a real estate transtoo, has a strong sense action. People tend to of community service fear the unknown, and was a volunteer and their mission is firefighter for many to leverage their years. He continexperience to put ues to advise them at ease. the board of “We understand directors that purchasfor the fire ing a home is
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service. Maybe it is their Midwestern upbringing, but both Dennis and Jann firmly believe that everyone should seek opportunities to give back. This commitment is deeply ingrained in their values. Dennis and Jann have one daughter, Danielle Westover, who got married three years ago and lives 20 minutes away. Professionally, Danielle has followed the family trend and works for Citywide Bank as a Home Equity Lender. As a deep personal interest, she has been riding horses since she was
eight years old and specializes in the discipline of English Dressage. When Dennis retired from Wells Fargo, he had the wonderful opportunity to dedicate more time to accompanying Danielle to competitions, fostering a connection and creating lasting memories that he will forever hold dear. In addition to spending time with their daughter and son-in-law, Dennis and Jann love their time together, whether it is relaxing at their mountain house, exploring Rocky Mountain National Park, cooking, baking, gardening, or staying active with exercises like Pilates. In just a few weeks, they will go on their first vacation in five years, eagerly anticipating their trip to Italy!
Dennis and Jann Culver remind us of the importance of staying grounded, humble, and compassionate. Their dedication to their clients, their community, and each other is a testament to the positive impact that Realtors can have in people’s lives. Whether they are helping clients find their dream homes or giving back to the community, the Culvers approach it all with the same level of care and commitment, making them a unique and cherished presence in the real estate industry. CONNECT WITH DENNIS AND JANN: DCULVER@WKRE.COM; 303.618.3366 JCULVER@WKRE.COM; 303.888.8594
In the competitive and often intense world of real estate,
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goes unrecognized…YOU! The good and the bad!
health and longevity By Dr. Felicia Santelli
THANK ME! “YOU, YOURSELF, AS MUCH AS ANYBODY IN THE ENTIRE UNIVERSE DESERVES YOUR LOVE AND AFFECTION.” -BUDDHA
Common sense suggests, that if there is one aspect of the Thanksgiving season that lifts our spirits, it is expressing gratitude. The word gratitude is derived from the Latin word gratia, which means grace, graciousness, or gratefulness. Gratitude encompasses all of these meanings. Gratitude is thankful appreciation for what an individual receives, whether tangible or intangible. With gratitude, we acknowledge the goodness in our lives and in the process, it connects us to something larger than ourselves — whether to other people, nature, or a higher power. Gratitude helps us feel the positive emotions of happiness and good 24 • November 2023
experiences, which reduces stress and improves health. We feel and express gratitude in many ways. We can apply it to the past (retrieving positive memories and being thankful for elements of childhood or past blessings), the present (not taking good fortune for granted), and the future (maintaining a hopeful and optimistic attitude). Regardless of the current level of someone’s gratitude, it’s a quality that we can cultivate further. Gratitude allows people to appreciate what they have rather than focusing on what they lack. During the holidays, the one person we often forget to share gratitude with and give thanks for is ourselves. Giving thanks to ourselves and nurturing who we are gives us an opportunity to be grateful while reflecting on the personal growth that we’ve made. Life can be hard and sometimes it’s difficult to feel grateful. It’s easy
Too often we focus on the stuff we’re not capable of doing, which leads us through the cycle of self-doubt that can feed on itself. Instead, we should spend each day being thankful for the things we can do and love to do. Live our lives with joy, knowing that while we can do better, we can still enjoy the things we value. So, the next time that you are doing something you enjoy doing, stop and think about it and be thankful. Our relationships can depend upon how we value ourselves. If we don’t love ourselves, how can we love someone else? If we don’t respect ourselves, how can we make respectable choices? If we don’t value our time, we waste it foolishly.
to focus on the negative. Through the negativity, we can sometimes see small points of light – maybe encouragement from friends or family. However, we often forget to find these ‘points of light’ within ourselves.
SOME POWERFUL QUOTES While I was doing research about gratitude, I found this:
“Gratitude is the healthiest of all human emotions. The more you express gratitude for what you have, the more likely you will have even more to express gratitude for.” —ZIG ZIGLAR
If we never make mistakes, we will miss out on learning some of life’s most valuable lessons. Failure is a great teacher, but only if we learn the lessons that failure teaches. We may have gone through some tough times over the years, but they have changed many of us for the better.
“Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos into order, confusion into clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend.” Melody Beattie TAKE TIME TO APPRECIATE ‘YOU’!
As we consider the good in our lives— our health, our families, the freedoms we enjoy, the job that provides for us, and the people we love—we should take time to appreciate something that often @realproducers
“I am grateful for the mistakes I have made.” ANONYMOUS
ANOTHER QUOTE: “Pain is a very precious gift. Do not waste it.” MARTHA SINGLETERRY
If you are alive, you will experience pain. The pain of loss. The pain of regret. The pain of guilt. The pain of self-flagellation and self-imposed isolation. The pain of apathy and self-loathing and failure. The pain of not being enough, not doing enough, not giving realproducersmag.com
enough. And, the pain from illness. We can choose to view the pain of these situations as a blessing or a curse. No one likes to feel pain. No one likes to feel sadness. Yet pain and sadness are an inevitable part of our lives. It would be great if we could banish them, but we can’t. “If you stay with the pain and sadness, instead of trying to avoid it, you will learn something important. Sadness softens you. It opens your heart. It helps you appreciate joy when it comes. And pain tells you what is out of balance. It tells you what is not working in your life so that you can make an adjustment, a shift, and come back into balance.” Paul Ferrini, in “Answering the Call of the Soul”. Louise Hay in her book, You Can Heal Your Life, says: “Sometimes what seems to be a big tragedy turns out to become the greatest good in our lives. I learned so much from the experience of cancer and I came to value life in a new way. I began to look at what was really important to me, and I made a decision to change some things in my life.” After experiencing illness, pain or trauma, we learn to become compassionate and have empathy for those who may be experiencing their own trauma. From her book, A Return to Love, Marianne Williamson says:
“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It’s our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves: ‘Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?’ Who are you not to be? You are a child of God. You playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won’t feel insecure around you. We’re all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to manifest the good that is within us. It’s not just in some of us; it’s in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give others permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.” Thanksgiving is a time for us to “count our blessings.” To remember all the things for which we are grateful. This is the time of year when we are reminded to be thankful and grateful for family, friends, community, nature, health, and so on. But, like Marianne Williamson says, I wish to remind you to be thankful for YOURSELF, grateful for the role YOU are in the lives of those people, nature, your own health, and so on! An attitude of gratitude is a sure way to achieve good health, happiness, and well-being. So, “THANK ME “ (YOU), is a great way to begin the rest of our lives! Happy Thanksgiving!
REFERENCES: http/skdesigns.com/internet/articles/quotes/williamson/our_deepest_fear/ https/www.health.harvard.edu/healthbeat/giving-thanks-can-make-you-happier https/www.readunwritten.com/2017/06/29/why-you-have-to-be-grateful-for-yourself/ https/tinybuddha.com/blog/30-things-to-appreciate-about-you/ https/embright.org/gratitude-for-yourself/ https/www.huffpost.com/entry/being-thankful-for-me_n_8632922 https/nancyslist.org/2017/11/17/jason-decent-jeff-tomczek-thanks-cancer-5-things-grateful-despite-disease/
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or veteran Realtor Megan Reed, a move to Telluride was her family’s
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chance to fulfill a dream of small mountain town living. Embracing the remote work and school lifestyle that became standard during the pandemic, Megan, her husband, their two teenage kids, and the dog packed up and set off on a two-year adventure. She loved and treasures the experience. But moving away also gave the Nashville native the gift of knowing that Boulder, the place she’s called home since 1991, is where she feels a true sense of belonging.
Absence Made This Boulder Realtor’s Heart Grow Fonder … Now She’s Back
Where the San Juans were a great chance for exploration, Boulder represents for Megan a place where she can nurture: her community, through volunteer work; her family and friends; and her network of clients built from a 25-year career in Real Estate. Wherever You Go, There You Are
Returned this summer from Telluride, Megan is happy to be back. Through the adventure, she drove or flew to Boulder regularly, continuing to serve her Front Range clients. “It really made me so thankful for the community here in Boulder,” Megan said. “Telluride is one of the most beautiful places in the world, but I think Boulder is a pretty close runner-up.”
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Natural scenery aside, Megan’s commitment to volunteering and community involvement are no doubt just as beautiful in the humanistic sense. When she’s not out selling homes, she’s out on trails (though, sometimes taking work calls there, too), spending time with family, or volunteering with organizations that make lives better. While living in Telluride, she donated hours to “every little thing under the sun,” she said. (Read: all those wonderful festivals Telluride is known for and Telluride AIDS Benefit (TAB).) “I’ve realized that is so much for me at this point in my career. I just love giving back to the community as much as possible,” she said. She gets that from her mother (newly 90!), who Megan said instilled in her six children (Megan is the youngest) gratitude and the value of community. “The main goals in life shouldn’t be just about gaining more monetarily or moving up the corporate ladder. What can we give back? What can we teach our kids about our great community and loving where they live? That’s huge.” For Megan, community support runs deep and is also deeply personal.
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“I am a Southern girl at heart, and it goes back to my Southern roots: I love working with people, treating people with kindness and respect, and figuring out everybody’s different paths to get them into a place that they love.” Consistently a top-producing Realtor at Live West, Megan has been mentioned in 5280 Magazine and is an eight-time winner of the Five Star Real Estate Agent award by Five Star Professional. But the commitment from Megan herself is perhaps the biggest reason for her success.
Her work with TAB and long-time involvement with the Boulder County AIDS Project honors her older brother, John, who died of AIDS in 1987. Support surrounding his loss showed Megan and her four older sisters the importance of family, home, and community, and she said she couldn’t have gotten through that hard time without those strongholds. Each year, Megan’s family participates in Make-A-Wish Foundation, sponsoring a Colorado child’s dream. Last year they were honored to donate time and energy toward a princess-themed kick-off party celebrating a little girl whose wish to visit Disneyland would soon come true. She’s worked with Bridge House supporting homeless teens and has plans to focus specifically around a cause important to her: youth and teen mental health.
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Megan operates from Live West Realty. She said there’s no better place to be, noting that her Live West peers and managing brokers have become like family. From first-time home buying to affordable housing to the luxury sector, Megan said she loves it all. She’s now been at it long enough that she’s taking on the children of existing clients who are ready to buy for the first time.
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TOP 100 STANDINGS
*Includes Orange and Seminole County only
Real Producers in Boulder County for Q3 2023 #
Agent
Office Name
#
Agent
Agent
Office Name
#
Agent
1
Zachary
2
Zeldner
Compass - Boulder
32
James
Thomas
RE/MAX Alliance-Boulder
63
Michelle
Patrick
Brown
Compass - Boulder
33
Olga
Delange
milehimodern - Boulder
64
3
Marybeth
Emerson
Slifer Smith & Frampton-Bldr
34
Kelly
Moye
Compass-Denver
4
The Bernardi Group
The Bernardi Group
Coldwell Banker Realty-Boulder
35
Kimberly
Thompson
milehimodern - Boulder
5
Patrick
Dolan
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc
36
Laura
Shaffer
RE/MAX Elevate
6
John
McElveen
milehimodern - Boulder
37
Kelly
Atteridg
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc
7
Cari
Higgins
Compass - Boulder
38
Brigitte
Furst
8z Real Estate
8
Stephen
Remmert
Compass - Boulder
39
Krista
Koth
8z Real Estate
9
Jay
Hebb
LATITUDE40 Real Estate Group
40
Laura
Levy
Coldwell Banker Realty-Boulder
10
Andy
Burgess
Compass - Boulder
41
Philip
Booth
Slifer Smith & Frampton-Bldr
11
Deborah
Read Fowler
Slifer Smith & Frampton-Niwot
42
Karen
Bernardi
Coldwell Banker Realty-Boulder
12
Kristin
Kalush
Compass - Boulder
43
Rich
Gribbon
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc
13
Jennifer
Egbert
milehimodern - Boulder
44
Batey
McGraw
DFH Colorado Realty LLC
14
Steve
Altermatt
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc
45
Nina
Mooney
Porchlight RE Group-Boulder
15
Lynn
Ryan
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc
46
Alissa
Peterson
Compass - Boulder
16
Elizabeth
Ryterski
RE/MAX Elevate
47
Alison
Sirlin
Live West Realty
17
Janet
Leap
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc
48
Dena
Schlutz
Estate Professionals
18
Tim
Goodacre
milehimodern - Boulder
49
Sian
Murphy
WK Real Estate
19
John
Canova
milehimodern - Boulder
50
The Hughes
The Hughes
milehimodern - Boulder
Group
Group
20
Daphne
Queen
8z Real Estate
51
David
Janis
Coldwell Banker Realty-Boulder
21
Susan
Baca
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc
52
Miles
Kunkel
Compass - Boulder
22
Lindsey
Cynoski
milehimodern - Boulder
53
Candace
Newlove-Marrs
milehimodern - Boulder
23
Brian
Sundberg
Compass - Boulder
54
Ethan
Bullock
Compass - Boulder
24
Jon
Hatch
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc
55
Clove
Berger
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc
25
Daryl
Smith
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc
56
Boulderhome-
Boulderhome-
RE/MAX Alliance-Boulder
source
source
26
Brian
Delaney
Delaney Realty Group
57
Zana
Leiferman
Real Realty Colorado
27
Kim
Payes
LATITUDE40 Real Estate Group
58
Bianca
Griffith
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc
28
Kim
Hullett
eXp Realty LLC
59
Neil
Kearney
Kearney Realty
29
William
Greig
Compass - Boulder
60
Jennifer
Eiss
Compass - Boulder
30
Arn
Rasker
LIV Sotheby's Intl Realty
61
Erik
Boye
8z Real Estate
31
Amanda
Lovato
Lovato Properties
62
Christopher
Martinez
RE/MAX Alliance-Longmont
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Office Name
#
Agent
Office Name
Trudgeon
WK Real Estate
82
Barb
Silverman
LIV Sotheby's Intl Realty
Chris
Angelovic
LIV Sotheby's Intl Realty
83
Michael
McCrea
Coldwell Banker Realty-Boulder
65
John
Hoeffler
WK Real Estate
84
Zori
Levine
Compass - Boulder
66
Osman
Parvez
House Einstein
85
Dunbar
Hardy
Porchlight RE Group-Boulder
67
Gary
Calderon
Accent Properties
86
Michelle
Clifford
Compass - Boulder
68
Sue
Masterson
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc
87
Tamara
Sherrill
RE/MAX Alliance-FTC Dwtn
69
Lucy
Conklin
Compass - Boulder
88
Logan
Schlutz
Estate Professionals
70
Jimmy
Keith
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc
89
Rex
Manz
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc
71
Digger
Braymiller
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc
90
Justen
Staufer
Staufer Team Real Estate
72
Thomas
Precourt
LATITUDE40 Real Estate Group
91
Julie
Berghoff
RE/MAX Elevate
73
Maureen
McCarthy
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc
92
Michelle
Murphy
RE/MAX Elevate
74
Patricia
Dessel
Compass - Boulder
93
Heather
Brandt
Heather Brandt
75
Catherine
Burgess
Compass - Boulder
94
Jeffery
Erickson
LIV Sotheby's Intl Realty
76
Sara
Oclassen
8z Real Estate
95
Wendy
Kahn-Robson
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc
77
Dorothy
Pacheco
8z Real Estate
96
Wendy
Wyckoff
Wendy Goodyear Wyckoff, Broker
78
Ryan
Bass
Compass - Boulder
97
Mary Ellen
Wood
Compass - Boulder
79
Timmy
Duggan
RE/MAX Elevate
98
Lynne
McDougal
WK Real Estate
80
Suzy
Williamson
RE/MAX Alliance-Longmont
99
Karolyn
Merrill
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc
81
Meghan
Bach
Compass - Boulder
100
Anne
Wells
milehimodern - Boulder
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