How Long is the Colorado Growing Season?

Not particularly long and not the same every year! I love heirloom tomatoes and hubbard squash, but need to move to the tropics to guarantee them coming to maturity before the frost—and to get away from the bears who have similar tastes. Then, too, the early season can be plagued by a late freeze and […]

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Conservation Easements Explained

Conservation Easements Explained County policy is frequently to curb residential sprawl and a tool to do so is to offer landowners an incentive to forego development rights (that is, residential building rights). In the past, two methods were employed: a financial reward or a concession allowing a division of the land with some development rights […]

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Year-end Musings

Year-End Musings By: John Dabbs A year of turmoil, for sure. Wars and weather across the globe have disrupted so many lives that we who are fortunate enough to be legally living under shelter in Colorado should be thankful, and mindful of those who seek new beginnings here but careful not to compromise our own […]

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Top 10 qualities buyers look for in a rural property

With Boulder and the Front Range becoming more dense and noisy, it’s no wonder more and more homebuyers are seeking solace away from the hubbub by moving to rural locations. Although most all homebuyers prefer purchasing updated, well-maintained homes, what people prioritize in a rural property is vastly different than what they do in city […]

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Use a self-directed IRA for real estate investments

Diversify your investment portfolio: Use a self-directed IRA for real estate investments Investment professionals always advise to diversify your portfolio. The current dramatically fluctuating market conditions are an excellent example of why to do so! Real estate in Boulder County has historically been an outstanding investment, outperforming most US markets. Some people think real estate […]

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11 steps to selling your home

BY KAREN LIBIN If you’ve never sold a home or it has been a long, long time since you have done so, the process may seem overwhelming. What all needs to be done and when? Like any large task, the process can be broken down into manageable steps. Here are the basics: Hire an excellent […]

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