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Boulder, CO Real Estate News

By Ann O'Connell
(Real estate agent at Oak Real Estate)
Anyone interested in buying residential real estate as an investment in Boulder, Colorado, should be aware of Boulder's Smart Regs program. Smart Regs is a program unique to the City of Boulder which is intended in part to help reduce the City's greenhouse gas emissions. Smart Regs affects anyone owning residential rental property in Boulder that would require a rental license. There are many nuances and exceptions to the program, so I really can only do a broad brush overview in a blog. Basically, by January 2, 2019, all rental properties must attain a certain number of "points" under the program in order to obtain a rental license. A landlord can obtain points in many ways. For example, points can be gained by installing insulation (one of the biggest point earners), replacing window...
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Simply put, the Fair Trade Housing Act of 1968 brought into law the idea that no individual wanting to buy or rent a home could be discriminated against based upon their race, color, sex, physical disability, religion or natural origin. The whole purpose behind it was to help control the rampant discrimination that was taking place in the housing market during the civil rights uphevels of the late 1960s.While we may not want to admit it, the Fair Trade Housing Act is still an crucial part of our lives today. This act still prohibits a seller or landlord from refusing to rent or sell housing, refusing to negotiate for housing, make a residence unavailable, make false denials, or say that a place can't be rented or owned by an individual based only on the traits listed above.The Fair Trad...
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By Vickie Slade, Service You Can Trust ~ Someone You Can Depend On
(Colorado Landmark, Realtors)
Boulder county Pet of the Week:  Featured Feline ~ Meet Miss Muffet Miss Muffet... what a pretty little gal.  Miss Muffet enjoys both play time as well as quiet, one-on-one time.  Miss Muffet seems to be happier in an environment without a lot of activity and confusion. She is being recommended to homes without small children.  Miss Muffet has a natural and healthy curiosity about other cats and kittens.   She loves to be brushed and the center of entertainment.   Miss Muffet's credentials: I.D. # 13330831 Age:  2 years, 1 month Gender:  Female Color:  Blue10 lbs and /Cream Weight:  10: 56 lbs Besides being such a handsome little companion. To get more information about Miss Muffet, you can call the Humane Society of Boulder Valley at 303-442-4030.  You can also visit Miss Muffet in per...
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Today, having a green, environmentally friendly home is becoming all the rage. Many properties have energy efficient appliances, areas to divide trash from recyclables, and even used natural eco-friendly cleaners. Interior decorating has also made strides into this new greener world. Thankfully, one of the most popular choices for decorating with the environmental frame of mind is also the easiest to get. It is bamboo. The characteristics of bamboo give it many advantages in the modern home. The material is light, and yet extremely strong. It's high growth rate makes it easy to replenish what resources were taken during harvesting. Bamboo is also a fantastic highlighter of nearly every decorating idea. There are very few decorating schemes that wouldn't benefit from the crispness of bam...
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By Stu Galvis, Your Home. Your Needs. Your Agent.
(Keller Williams Realty Downtown)
After much ado, deliberation, and voting, we have finally picked a winner. ... And the winner is ... With a total score of 52 out of a possible 60: Downtown Boulder / Mapleton Hill. Here's how the scoring broke down: 1.  Walk Score - 8. Dependant on location within the downtown Boulder/Mapleton Hill neighborhoods, most homes ranged between the Mid 70's and the mid 90's, with the average in the mid 80s. Hence, 8 out of 10. 2.  Proximity to Boulder Mountain Parks - 9. At around 1mi. to the Sanitas trailhead, 1.25mi. to the mouth of Boulder Canyon, and 2 miles to the Chautauqua Trailhead, Downtown Boulder is the gateway to the mountains. 3.  Proximity to Downtown Boulder - 10. Well, it IS downtown Boulder, just feet away from all of that shopping, dining, arts, music & entertainment for wh...
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By Vickie Slade, Service You Can Trust ~ Someone You Can Depend On
(Colorado Landmark, Realtors)
Boulder County Pet of the Week:  Featured Canine ~ Meet Elmo Elmos is a loving little fellow just waiting for his furever home!  Don't let his little dental condition, called maloclusion  steer you away.  Besides giving him a little extra character, it shouldn't cause him any significant problems or you any unnecessary concern.  Elmo is definitely looking for his best friend.... are you that special friend? Take a look at Elmo's Credentials: I.D. #13369927 Age;  1 year, 7 months Sex:  Male Color:  White/Sable Weight:  5 lbs 3 ozs Breed:  Chihuahua, Short Coat/Mix   What is not to like about this personable little fella. Elmo is a loving and eager to please.  He is looking for his new best friend and will no doubt make someone an amazing little companion. At just over 5 lbs, Elmo offers ...
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By Colorado Blog by TopRock
(TopRock Internet, LLC)
Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, the city of Boulder is one of the most preferred cities to live in the United States. It is located in the heart of the state of Colorado and is characterized by stunning landscape, beautiful parks, endless mountain trails and a fantastic lifestyle with a variety of cultural interests, a number of business enterprises, excellent educational and employment opportunities, and environmental friendly neighborhoods.The city is home to the some of finest educational facilities such as the University of Colorado and the Buddhist Naropa University. More than 66% of the city’s adult population has a bachelors or a higher degree. Boulder became popular during 1899 when tungsten was first discovered here. During the First World War, Boulder was a ma...
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By Mario Jannatpour, Author of the Book, "The Honest Real Estate Agent"
(RE/MAX Alliance in Louisville, Colorado)
1541 French Ct. in Erie, CO (Canyon Creek Neighborhood) Open House Today, June 26th from 1-3pm. Driving Directions: Erie Parkway, North on Meller St., Left on Tanaka Drive, right on Simmons Ct. to French Ct. Original Owner! Low mileage on house with only one person living in it since 1998!No pets ever in the house. This house has it all! Move-In Ready!! Very clean!Open Floorplan, Vaulted ceilings, 2.5 car garage, Retreat in Master Bedroom with view to Longs PeakHouse backs to Greenbelt.Huge Garden Level Basement with rough-in for bathroom.No Funky paint colors in house, be an Artist and add whichever colors you like.Jack and Jill Bathroom upstairs.Main Level Study. 10 min Walk to New Elem School--(Red Hawk) and 2 minute walk to playground in neighborhood. Bay Windows in Master Bedroom r...
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By Vickie Slade, Service You Can Trust ~ Someone You Can Depend On
(Colorado Landmark, Realtors)
Boulder, Co Voted Happiest City - Here are More Reasons Why! No doubt the lifestyle if Boulder is unique.  How can it be anything but unique when located in such a beautiful place.  Close enough to the foothills to take a nice hike or bike ride on one of many trails during your lunch hour. A healthy lifestyle in Boulder isn't just a choice; it's a way of life. It's a city filled with diversity, educational opportunities, high-tech job opportunities and.....   Well, this video will give you a better description than just mere words. Take a look:   Thinking about moving to Boulder, CO.  There re a lot of available homes in Boulder to choose from.  Check them out!
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By Vickie Slade, Service You Can Trust ~ Someone You Can Depend On
(Colorado Landmark, Realtors)
Boulder County Pet of the Week:  Featured Feline - Meet "Cat" Yes, this isn't a typo.... this sassy little gal's name is "Cat."  Cat is such a sweet little lady.  She was surrendered by her family when they developed allergies and could no longer keep her. She is a tidy little lady with good litter box habits and gets along with other cats and dogs. "Cat's": Credentials: I.D. # 13004445 Age:  5 years and 1 Month Sex:  Female Color:  Brown and Orange Domestic Shorthair Beautiful soft coat Penetrating Green Eyes Sweet disposition Declawed?:  No Likes to be close to you Enjoys attention "Cat" Comes with 30 days of pre-paid pet health insurance   Don't forget that Adult Cats can be adopted FREE during the month of June. Miss "Cat" is currently residing in a foster family.  So if you want to...
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By Vickie Slade, Service You Can Trust ~ Someone You Can Depend On
(Colorado Landmark, Realtors)
Boulder County Pet of the Week - Featured Canine:  Meet Halley   Happy Happy Hailey.  Hailey doesn't know she is 10 years old.  She still thinks she is a puppy and her energy and enthusiasm will make you think is younger too!  She has an adverturus spirit with a happy little swagger that will just make you fall in love withher!  She likes a little mental and physical stimulation.  She loves to play even at 10! Halley's credientials: I.D. #13316201 Age:  10 years Sex:  Female Color:  Black Love to Play Happy, Happy Halley Loves to go with you! Has good manners Enthusiastic Brown eyes that will melt your heart Adventurist Has a Happy Swagger Happy, Happy Hailey Loves to play Fetch After  you see this video below of Hailey, you'll want to come and meet her in person.  She is sure to bright...
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By Vickie Slade, Service You Can Trust ~ Someone You Can Depend On
(Colorado Landmark, Realtors)
Boulder Homes for Sale - May Stats for Boulder Wondering how the market did last month in Boulder? Here is how home sales stacked up in May of this year as compared to one year ago.  Keep in mind this ia a "snapshot" in time.  This data is more meaningful when put into proper context and when studying the trends over a longer period of time.  For the 68 single family homes sold in Boulder over the month of May, the average sales price was $649,580 and the median sales price was $522,000.  Total sales, in units is down over last year by 17% and, in general, it is taking longer to sell (83 days vs. 60). The good news..... we're still selling homes.  And..... the "good ones" are still selling (you know... the homes that are priced correctly, market-ready, and.....staged). Now, let's take a...
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By Vickie Slade, Service You Can Trust ~ Someone You Can Depend On
(Colorado Landmark, Realtors)
Boulder County Pet of The Week - Featured Feline:  Meet Radly Radley is such a curious little guy.  He not only has lots of spunk, he likes to climb, explore an dplay. He can be "amped up" easily for a little excitement, play and..... of course... entertainment. Radley's credentials: I.D. #: 911652 Age:  2 years Sex male Breed:  Domestic Shorthair Color:  Brown/White and Black At HSBV since:  4/20/2011 LOVES to play Full of Energy and Spunk Handsome Quite the Character Becuase Radley is still young and full of energy and enthusiasm, we don't recommend him for a family which includes small children.  Why rent a movie for a couple of quick hours of entertainment when you can adopt Radley for endless entertainment over a lifetime.  He is sure to please and make you smile!ciety of Boulder V...
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By Vickie Slade, Service You Can Trust ~ Someone You Can Depend On
(Colorado Landmark, Realtors)
Boulder County Pet of the Week - Featured Canine:  Meet Dulce Remember Dulce?  She is the amazingly lovable Labrador/Shepherd Mix .  Dulce is a 9 year old Female and is just pining away as she waits for her furever home.  She is such a love an djust waiting patiently for just the right family to come in and adopt her.  The featured canine of the week has already been adopted, and yet.... this amazingly lovable and incredible companion is still available... You are in luck! Dulce came all the way to Boulder from Airizona.  She was a RESCUE dog from a hording case. Dulce Creditentials: Age:  9 years old Sex:Female Breed:  Labrador/Shepherdk I.D.: 12936315 Color:  Black/White LOVES ATTENTION Currently residing with a Foster Family Large Gentle Girl Is a little on the Shy Side LOVES Attenti...
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By Matthew Francis
(The Francis Team)
Home Loan in Boulder     Rated as one of the most beautiful cities in the country, a home loan in Boulder is a dream come true for many Coloradans. After renting and saving up for a down payment many of my customers get their home loan in Boulder to enjoy the endless mountain trails and quick access to the ski slopes. When it comes to a perfect mix of a “city life” and a “mountain lifestyle” look no further than a home loan in Boulder. Especially if you enjoy a laid back mountainside lifestyle but only be 30 minutes from Downtown Denver a home loan in Boulder should be your ultimate goal. When I am asked as a lender the safest best investment for a home owner in Colorado, hands down I say instantly say a home loan in Boulder. For more information on a home loan in Boulder, please conta...
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By Mario Jannatpour, Author of the Book, "The Honest Real Estate Agent"
(RE/MAX Alliance in Louisville, Colorado)
1541 French Ct. in Erie, CO (Canyon Creek Neighborhood) Open House Today, June 5th from 1-3pm. Driving Directions: Erie Parkway, North on Meller St., Left on Tanaka Drive, right on Simmons Ct. to French Ct. Original Owner! Low mileage on house with only one person living in it since 1998!No pets ever in the house. This house has it all! Move-In Ready!! Very clean!Open Floorplan, Vaulted ceilings, 2.5 car garage, Retreat in Master Bedroom with view to Longs PeakHouse backs to Greenbelt.Huge Garden Level Basement with rough-in for bathroom.No Funky paint colors in house, be an Artist and add whichever colors you like.Jack and Jill Bathroom upstairs.Main Level Study. 10 min Walk to New Elem School--(Red Hawk) and 2 minute walk to playground in neighborhood. Bay Windows in Master Bedroom re...
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