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Wedding Planner in Boulder

by Papacito
Wedding Planner or Realtor?

Helping you buy a home is like planning a wedding!

by Arn Rasker

As your Realtor, the role I play in helping you buy the perfect home, is that of a match-maker, dating service, and ultimately, the wedding planner.

Dating Services:  You don’t really have to kiss a lot of frogs before you find the “prince” of a home you so much desire.  As a Realtor, I am a professional with in-depth knowledge of the Boulder Area market, as well as the towns, homes and neighborhoods within that market.  With an understanding of your needs and your dreams, I will filter out the frogs from the princes/princesses and help you find the right home for you.

Wedding Planner:  The process of buying a home is, in many ways, like planning and organizing a wedding:

Introductions:  As your Realtor, I will introduce you to different homes by researching the properties on the market, including those properties that are “thinking” about entering the dating scene.  Essentially, a good realtor is a "Match-Maker".

Dating:  As your Realtor I will help you visit the properties and get to know them as much as possible before you make a commitment.

Engagement:  Going under contract is the “YESSS… I accept your offer of marriage”.

Contract is the engagement ring.

Due diligence:  We all have a trusting side to us. However, it is a good idea to know what you are dealing with when you commit to a long-term relationship!

You’ll want to know who has owned your dream home before. Is the seller really the clear owner of the home? Where is the home located, and what surrounds it? (Who are it's friends?)  What is the condition of the home? How does it behave under adverse conditions? and…. What risks can you uncover before you go through with the wedding?

As your Realtor, my knowledge of the process, homes, home construction in general, and the market will help you discover as much as possible about the home before you’re fully committed.

Inspection:  Think of the inspection as a report as to the general health condition of your new home; a health check-up.  It doesn’t mean that you will only settle for a perfectly clean bill of health.  It simply means that you want to go into this relationship knowing as much as possible, so that you minimize unexpected surprises in the future.  As your Realtor, I can help you find this information, by using professional inspectors and sub-contractors.  In the end, the goal is for you to feel comfortable with your purchase, and for you to understand what you are buying.

Closing:  The big wedding day!  The day that we have all been waiting for.  My role, as your Realtor, is to organize this wedding so that all parties show up for the big event, including all parties including the lenders and the title company, and to make the process as smooth as possible on you.  Let the celebration begin!

 

Oh, and when you get tired of your old home, I’ll work diligently to help you find a good match for your old “not so dreamy anymore” home, in an amicable and fair way to all parties involved, so that you can move on to a new and fresh relationship with your new Dream Home.

 

For your next “Wedding In Boulder”, i.e. your next Boulder home purchase, please feel free to give me a call.

I will be honored to help you make your real estate dreams come true.

Arn Rasker

“Wedding Planner” & Associate Realtor

LIV Sotheby's International Realty

Specialties: Buyer and Seller Representation, First Home Buyers

Direct: (720) 298-8888

ArnRasker@gmail.com

 

the next steps...

My area of expertise is Boulder Real Estate, and I love working with first time buyers and helping them achieve their dream of owning their first home.

  • After your wedding and the honeymoon, please feel free to give me a call.
  • Let’s get started early, so that I can help you position yourselves for your home purchase, even if it’s months or years in the future.
  • Mortgage:  Getting a good mortgage broker involved early in your home-buying process is critically important.  After our initial meeting or call, I will try to match you to one or more mortgage professionals that I believe will be a good match for you and your dreams.  Getting this step out of the way will allow you to focus on a price range that is comfortable and realistic for you.  For this reason I believe it is important to do as soon as possible.

I'm looking forward to helping make your own home dreams come true.

Call me,  I’m here to help!

Arn Rasker

(720) 298-8888

Title Concerns: What to look for and who to contact

by Papacito

Jon Goodman, one of our esteemed Boulder Real Estate attorneys, discussed the top ten “Red Flags” to look for in title insurance commitments and deed transfers.  Most importantly, Jon offers a list of red flags which might trigger a review by an attorney of the type of deed that you will be receiving, and what an acceptable list of exceptions might look like.

Published on Mar 18, 2019

https://frascona.com/ – In addition to the choice of deed (between general warranty and special warranty), there are three other factors that strongly influence the buyers’ and sellers’ risk factors:
(1) The style of the exceptions to the warranties;
(2) the features of the sellers’ existing title insurance; and
(3) the existence of any “title red flags.”
Learn how to identify the common title red flags that tend to put pressure on the choice between a general warranty deed and a special warranty deed.

 

Will moving to boulder make you HAPPY?

Will moving to boulder make you HAPPY?

by Papacito

HAPPY in BOULDER!

 What does living in Boulder feel like?

 

Boulder, Colorado is a very special place!  I have heard people comment:

“Everyone seems happy to live here”,  

and  

“Even the dogs are happy here! … Why?”

Many articles and papers have been written about happiness in Boulder.

I don’t believe moving to Boulder will necessarily make you a Happy person.  Yet, somehow, there are a disproportional number of very happy people here.

Here is my theory of “why people are happy in Boulder”:

 

“Happiness” is not (should not be) the goal. 

Happiness is a symptom!

Happiness is a positive side effect of fulfilling our personal core-values.  

 

And if your personal core values are personal health, healthy living, having a connection to nature, breathing clean air, drinking good water, eating quality/healthy food, getting along with neighbors, intellectual stimulation, respecting each other, and living a balanced life … well then, your chances of reaching fulfillment in these areas are very high, when you live in Boulder.  

 

I believe Boulder is a happy place because so many of the people who live here are happy.  Happiness can be contageous  And that happiness stems from fulfillment of many, or all, of their core values.  

 

And as your Realtor, my goal is to help you find that perfect place that will help you fulfill those personal values and personal goals.

 

Wedding Planner in Boulder

Wedding Planner in Boulder

by Papacito

Helping you buy a home is more like

a wedding planning

process than a sales process!

by Arn Rasker

As your Realtor, my role in the overall experience of buying a home is closer to the role of a wedding planner than to the role of a typical salesman.  Actually the role I play, as your realtor, is that of a match-maker, dating service, and wedding planner.

Dating Services:  You don’t really have to kiss a lot of frogs before you find the “prince” of a home that you so desire.  As a Realtor, I am a professional with in-depth knowledge of the Boulder Area market, as well as the towns, homes and neighborhoods within that market.  With an understanding of your needs and your dreams, I will filter out the frogs from the princes/princesses and help you find the right home for you.

Wedding Planner:  The process of buying a home is, in many ways, like planning and organizing a wedding:

Introductions:  As your Realtor, I will introduce you to different homes by researching the properties on the market, including those properties that are “thinking” about entering the dating scene.

Dating:  As your Realtor I will help you visit the properties and get to know them as much as possible before you make a commitment.

Engagement:  Going under contract is the “YESSS… I accept your offer of marriage”.  The contract is the engagement ring.

Due diligence:  We all have a trusting side to us. However, it is a good idea to know what you are dealing with when you commit to a long-term relationship.  You’ll want to know who has owned your dream home before. Is the seller really the clear owner of the home? Where is the home located, and what surrounds it. What is the condition of the home.  How does it behave under adverse conditions? and…. What risks can you uncover before you go through with the wedding?  As your Realtor, my knowledge of the process, homes in general, and the market will help you discover as much as possible about the home before you’re fully committed.

Inspection:  Think of the inspection as a report as to the general health condition of your new home; a health check-up.  It doesn’t mean that you will only settle for a perfectly clean bill of health.  It simply means that you want to go into this relationship knowing as much as possible, so that you minimize unexpected surprises in the future.  As your Realtor, I can help you pull as much information as is necessary, by using professional inspectors and sub-contractors to help you feel comfortable with your purchase.

Closing:  The big wedding day!  The day that we have all been waiting for.  My role, as your Realtor, is to organize this event so that all parties show up for the closing, including the lenders and the title company, and make the process as smooth as possible on you.

Party:  Let the celebration begin!

 

Oh…, and when you get tired of your old home or are ready to move:

As your Realtor, I’ll work diligently to help you find a better match for your old “not so dreamy anymore” home, in an amicable and fair way to all parties involved, so that you can move on to a new and fresh relationship with your new Dream Home.

 

So, after the celebration, when you start to think about buying your first home, give me a call.  Even if you are not ready to buy, I can help you prepare for the day that you are. Positioning yourself and timing are very important considerations, and I can help you with those steps.

I will be honored to help you make your real estate dreams come true.

Top Realtor in BoulderArn Rasker,  Associate Realtor, REMAX Alliance Boulder,  and “Wedding Planner”

Buyer Representation, First Home Buyers, Buyer and Seller Agency Representation,

(720) 298-8888

ArnRasker@remax.net

 

 

 

After the wedding, are you planning to purchase a home?

That is typically the next step,

and that’s actually where I can really help you!

 

My expertise is Real Estate, and I love working with first time buyers and helping them achieve their dream of owning their first home.

After the wedding and the honeymoon are over, please feel free to give me a call.  Let’s get started early, so that I can help you position yourselves for your home purchase, even if it’s down the road in time.

Mortgage Calculator:  Below is a link to a mortgage calculator the will allow you to play with different mortgage amounts and interest rates, so that you can start thinking about the home for you.  Please feel free to call me if I can help you in any way… If you’re like most buyers, you’ll probably have a lot of questions about home ownership.  A good first step is to talk with a professional mortgage broker about your options, and I will be more than happy to put you in touch with a good match for you.

Call me,  I’m here to help!

Arn Rasker

(720) 298-8888

 

Mortgage Calculator:  Click on the diagram below:

 

Wedding Planners in Boulder

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Arn Rasker: Your Professional Realtor in Boulder

Arn Rasker: Your Professional Realtor in Boulder

by Papacito

Find a great realtor in Boulder.

Living in Boulder
Finding the best Realtor in Boulder for YOU!

Your first step towards finding a new home, or selling your home, in Boulder.

November 2, 2020 Introduction by Arn Rasker,

What we do know about the COVID19 era real estate market.

The short answer:

It's as if the sales cycle that normally starts in March was shifted over into mid-summer.

The real estate market in Boulder is currently quite strong. For three months, starting with the third month of March 2020, it looked like market activity might slow down.  What would normally have been the beginning of a seasonal spring increase in sales activity, started out lower in volume than previous years.  It is important to point out that the slower sales rate in March, April, and May was primarily due to the low number of homes on the market during those months, and the low number of new listings that came on during that period.

To everyone's surprise, listings and sales have both been up substantially since late June.  Sales and new listings continue to be strong thought October, and the forecast is now that sales will continue to be strong for a while.  Driven primarily by pent-up demand, combined with low inventory, the normal sales curve for the year seems to have been shifted towards the right by about three months.

How has Covid19 affected the Boulder real estate market?

The Covid19 "refugee syndrome".

Boulder homes have been in high demand, from out-of-state buyers who are looking for a nicer place to live during the Covid19 social isolation drills that we've all been going through.  And it's understandable.  If you need to be socially isolated, and you can work from home, why not be isolated in a great place with lots of outdoor activities to do every day?

Comparing Boulder's 2008 recession with the Codiv19 economic downturn.

From the Real Estate Perspective:

It's a very different scenario.

-Although the Covid19 event will have strong economic repercussions for many businesses and individuals, it does not have economic problems, housing problems, or credit problems, as its root causes.  The picture is much different than it was in 2008.  Home equity levels are much stronger across the country, and foreclosure rates are very low.  The 2008 recession was heavily influenced by a high number of bad loans in the banking system, which is not the case in today's picture.

-This CODID19 event was not triggered by problems in the real estate market or the lending market.

-Interest rates are at an all-time low.

-Real estate investments, although not problem free, are looking much more attractive than the stock market to many investors.

-People still need to buy and sell real estate.

-Boulder specific: Boulder is still considered a preferred place to live, and as we have discovered lately, a preferred place to self-isolate.  Boulder has a very diversified economy, which also translates to more stability.

If this event has taught us anything here in Boulder, it is that Boulder is great place to live, and people have learned that where you live and who you are surrounded by really does matter.  Sure, buying and selling a home does have an investment component.  But it is much more than that.  It is a place for family, it is shelter, it is a place of self-enrichment and health, etc.  In other words, the "Functional Value" of the home has been highlighted.

For more Boulder Real Estate Statistics, please click here

So back to "what" makes a TOP Realtor in Boulder.

A "Top" Realtor is often thought to have the highest sales in terms of dollar volume.  This however, is only interesting to you if that same Top Realtor is one who is looking out for YOU, and is not simply focused on racking up sales figures.  Arn is a professional Realtor with a very strong and broad background.  Arn knows the Boulder County market, has extensive contracting, design, and engineering background in Commercial and High-End Residential construction. Arn has honed negotiation skills. Put Arn's knowledge and skills to work for you!

If you are a buyer in the current Boulder market, a great Realtor should not only know the local Boulder housing market inside and out, but will be able to position your offer so that it rises to the top of the pile of offers, which a seller might receive in today's aggressive market. Simply finding a good home is not enough in the competitive market we currently live in.  This is especially true in the COVID19 coping era.

Similarly, if you're selling your home, your Realtor must help you prepare the home so that you will maximize your returns, help you price the home properly (Very important), as well as help you navigate through the offers to find the one that is best for you and your particular situation. Arn will help you determine which of the offers will have the highest propensity to make it to the closing table.

You'll want Arn Rasker on your team! Arn will prepare you for a competitive market situation, and he will help you get to the closing table in a smooth and professional way.  Arn has over 40 years of living in Boulder, and having been involved with design, engineering, development, construction, and buying/selling of real estate in Boulder.

Teaming-up with a professional and highly responsive mortgage team member is also very important, and Arn will help you by matching you to a mortgage broker that fits your needs.  Arn builds teams that are custom tailored to every transaction, to include banks, mortgage specialists, inspectors, architects, contractors, engineers, etc.

Give Arn a call and talk to him personally!  You won't regret it.

Click below for more information on Arn Rasker, and how to get hold of him.

He’s only a phone call away:

Arn Rasker: (720) 298-8888

arnrasker@gmail.com

Are Boulder Real Estate prices too high?

by Papacito

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Are Boulder Real Estate prices too high?

It all depends on your frame of reference.

Boulder Real Estate PricesIn Boulder many of us who have been here 40+ years are shocked by how much homes have appreciated from year to year.  However, the shock subsides quickly when you consider the home prices in other desirable parts of the country.

After seeing the “median” home prices is some of these other areas across the country, Boulder quickly seems to be a relative bargain, especially when you consider that the quality of life is actually better in Boulder than it is in most of these other places.  This of course, is a value statement, and depends on what you consider “quality” of life.  But for those of us that live here, or those who get it, the choice is clear.

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Happiest City in the US

Happiest City in the US

by Papacito

Boulder, Colorado

The Happiest City in The US

National Geographic Society

The winner: Boulder, Colorado. Bolstered by a sense of community, access to nature, sustainable urban development and preservation policies, and perhaps even that clean mountain air, Boulderites overwhelmingly feel “active and productive every day,” according to Buettner’s research. Per capita, more people walk to work in Boulder than in any other city in the U.S. Low rates of smoking and obesity, and high rates of exercise, contribute to the satisfaction locals feel. Life is not always rosy in the Rockies—stress is on the rise; on average, 49 percent of locals surveyed reported feeling stress—but the qualities that keep Boulder on top make this city America’s happiest.

 

Why are we HAPPY in Boulder?

Why are we HAPPY in Boulder?

by Papacito

 

Happy in Boulder!

What does “balance” have to do with happiness?

By Arn Rasker

Defining Happiness is a tricky subject.   Possibly because the term is generally a subjective one to start with.  But, somehow, those of us that live in Boulder have the privilege of living in what magazines have described as “The Happiest City” in America.  So what does that mean?

No, I don’t think it means that we, here in Boulder, walk around laughing and smiling all day long. Like anyone else, living anywhere else, we have our stressors, problems, and imperfections.  We are human, and as humans surrounded by other humans, we know very well that we are not perfect.  We make mistakes.  We experience tragedies, consequences, and sometimes death.  Life in the happiest place in America is not perfect.

I personally believe happiness can be a state of mind… A state of mind that is closely related to “balance”.  I believe happiness is actually a measure of “balance”.

Is happiness directly related to perfection?  Does perfection have anything to do with happiness?  My reaction to that thought is: No, probably not in most cases.  The people that I have personally witnessed as being very happy usually did not live in perfect homes, did not own perfect things, and were not surrounded by “perfect” people.  Actually, the happiest people I have ever been around, and this is a very personal perspective on happiness, had very little in the way of material wealth. They were also surrounded by people who were human, with all of the imperfections that make us human.

I spent my formative years in Mexico City, a very cosmopolitan and modern city, but I always preferred the rural towns and villages over the big city.   I found the happiest people in Mexico in rural villages, where life was generally not forgiving or easy by any measure, and definitely not luxurious.  Mexico City has many excellent and often expensive restaurants, luxurious homes, and impressive material wealth. Some of the best restaurants in the world are located in Mexico City.  Some of the most impressive architecture and art in the world is located in Mexico City.  Some of the most advance manufacturing facilities, producing from automobiles to electronics, are located in Mexico.  However, after living in Mexico for twelve years, I never witnessed high levels of happiness in Mexico City, when compared to what I witnessed in the rural areas.  The happiest people I have met in Mexico didn’t even come close to having the material wealth of the upper-class who lived in Mexico City.  So what is root of this difference in happiness?

Perhaps the roots of happiness are more related to “balance”.  By balance, I mean balance between work and recreation, indoor and outdoor activities, warm and cold weather, direction and tolerance, values and respect, goals and reality, safety and risk, etc, etc; … A balance between all of the elements that make up life.

Boulder is a place where many values and cultures intersect.  As a town that is founded on an education-and-science-based platform, it is made up by organizations such as: Colorado University, Naropa University, the National Bureau of Standards, the National Institute for Science and Technology, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and many innovative and ground-breaking companies.

Consequently, Boulder has a high number of intellectual citizens, who give the issues that affect all of us a lot of thought. The companies that make-up Boulder’s economy excel in many different areas, from electronics and software, to biology, to biochemical, to chemical, to pharmaceutical, to health, to energy, to metaphysical, to water, to foods, to sports science, and more.  Boulder is a place where creative energy intersects business and technology on a daily basis.

Boulder is a place where people work hard during the work hours, and play hard during the play hours.  It is a place where dialogue and sometimes arguments take place over fundamental issues, trying to find a “balance” point that is optimal.  When you look at Boulder from the outside, it is easy to conclude that we are all crazy.  All aspect of issues are brought to the table, and sometimes the issues that are discussed, or the direction of the discussion, seem utterly ridiculous.  But ultimately, the process of addressing and studying all options and concerns is a healthy attempt to get to a point of balance.

I personally have made negative comments about many of the issues that have been discussed and voted on, here in Boulder.  Achieving balance is not always an easy process.  Sometimes you need to hear something that you don’t want to hear, or that you don’t agree with, in order to gain perspective.  However, in the end, the mere fact that these often controversial issues are even brought to the table make Boulder a special place.  Boulder is a place where thought and dialogue are actively energized, controversial issues are discussed, and sometimes over-discussed.  The importance of this process, in the final analysis, is that by doing so, we are closer to achieving a “balanced” perspective.  And if balance really does have anything to do with happiness, by reviewing and discussing the complexities and hurdles associated with seeking this balance point, the process seems very worthwhile.

In conclusion, I feel that the mere effort and energy that has been dedicated towards achieving a “balance” point here in Boulder is a reason to be happy.

Arn Rasker

Realtor & Associate Broker

LIV Sotheby’s International Realty

1050 Walnut Street, Suite 100

Boulder, CO  80302

720-298-8888

ArnRasker@gmail.com

 

 

 

Selling a Home? Consider Staging!

by Papacito

Story Idea – Selling a Home? Consider Staging!

Most home sellers know the importance of keeping their house clean and clutter free while it is on the market, but sometimes, taking a few extra steps can make all the difference. That is where staging comes in. According to a report from the National Association of REALTORS®, 62 percent of seller’s agents say that staging a home will decrease the amount of time it spends on the market. Buyers also need to be able to picture themselves living in a house, and 77 percent of buyer’s agents say that staging makes it… Read More
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Canadian Home Buyers Investing in U.S. Real Estate

by Papacito

 

Canadian Home Buyers Investing in U.S. Real Estate

According to a recent report from the National Association of REALTORS®, a considerable rise in sales dollar volume from Canadian home buyers caused foreign investment in U.S. real estate to increase in 2016. Even though China was in the top spot for sales volumes for the fourth year in a row, Canada saw the largest increase from $11.2 billion in 2015 to $19 billion in 2016 – an all-time high for the country. This rise is attributed to U.S. property prices; while still expensive, it is more affordable… Read More
Source: REALTOR.com feed

Common Mistakes Homeowners Make With Good Intentions

by Papacito

New homeowners always have the best intentions when it comes to taking care of their house. However, no one is knows all the ins and outs of maintaining a home right off the bat, so avoidable mistakes are often made in the beginning.

In an attempt to protect new countertops, many owners will apply sealant too frequently, which can create a cloudy or streaky appearance on natural stone, concrete, butcher block and glass. Homeowners should always defer to the manufacturers’ recommendations when it comes to sealing, as different materials can have different needs. Using bleach… Read More
Source: REALTOR.com feed

Creating a Home's First Impression

by Papacito

Curb appeal is a home’s first impression, and the first chance to impress potential buyers. Whether buyers are amazed by a beautiful and immaculate yard or turned off by dirty exterior walls and an overgrown lawn can meaningfully affect the speed and price at which a home sells. Improving a home’s curb appeal can be as simple as repainting a front door and getting rid of weeds in the front yard, or as involved as creating an outdoor lighting design and replacing all of a home’s windows. Before placing a home on the market, it is important to make sure that the home is… Read More
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Renters Believe They Need More Money than Necessary to Buy a Home

by Papacito

According to NAR’s Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, 87 percent of non-homeowners believe they need a down payment of 10 percent or more to buy a home. However, the same report shows that the median down payment for first-time buyers has been 6 percent for the last three years. This means renters who believe homeownership to be financially out of reach may have options. Potential buyers should concentrate on improving their credit score and managing their debt level.

Story Springboard:… Read More
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The secret’s out

by Papacito

The Parkway Cafe claims to be the best-kept secret in Boulder, but a packed parking lot on a Friday afternoon belies the statement.

Maybe part of the secret lies in the location; tucked away in east Boulder’s collection of warehouse businesses, between auto body shops, tow yards and car dealerships, Parkway has been dishing up Mexican-inspired breakfast dishes and American staples since 1987.

My editor has lived in Boulder for more than 20 years and had never been to Parkway, so there’s at least some truth to the cafe’s low profile.

Diner settings are the best way to eat breakfast — booths bathed in bright light, cutlery wrapped in paper napkins, ketchup and jam in a caddy, big plastic cups of water served right as you take a seat. Parkway embraces the simplicity of the diner setting, waiters dressed comfortably in jeans and T-shirts, patrons dressed exactly the same.

This is where you bring your parents when they come to town for a long visit. This is where you take your significant other after the first time they spend the night at your place. This is where you take the folks who help you make special memories, because this is the kind of place that inspires comfort and conversation… and a healthy appetite.

For a group of hungry, gregarious journalists, Parkway was the perfect destination for a mid-day, end-of-the-week break, a place to regroup and refresh.

While Parkway’s website is boulderbreakfast.com — and breakfast is certainly the name of their game — don’t shy away from their extensive list of sandwiches, entrees and burgers. This is, afterall, a diner.

There are pancakes, omelettes and French toast, but most of Parkway’s “breakfast favorites” take a note from Mexican cuisine, some very traditional, some with an American slant: breakfast enchiladas and burritos, migas cuatro quesos, nopales con huevos, huevos rancheros, and, perhaps the table favorite, chilaquiles.

Chilaquiles is a traditional Mexican breakfast dish, based on fried corn tortillas simmered in either verde or roja sauce. This foundation is topped with melted cheese and accented by the smooth tanginess of Mexican crema (think sour cream, if you’re unfamiliar) and the salty chewiness of queso fresco (a feta-like cheese). Parkway keeps the dish vegetarian by excluding chicken, the most typical meat for chilaquiles, from the recipe.

This base is not unlike a very moist version of nachos, with refried beans, over easy eggs (or fried hard, if you just can’t hang with the delight of runny yolk) and the cool, lightly spicy kick of pico de gallo as accompaniments.

This is, quite frankly, the perfect hangover breakfast — fried carbs, savory sauce, cheese, beans and eggs. It’ll cure whatever ails you, from headache to heartache.

Pair this Mexican classic with a cup of hot coffee (that perfect cup of diner coffee, strong, but not too strong, served in that quintessential white mug) or a glass of Mexican hot chocolate, and you’ll be sipping and nibbling your way to complete satisfaction.

So, the secret’s out: Eat at Parkway. Added bonus: you can drop your Volvo off at Swedish motors or get your Prius windows tinted while you eat.

Parkway Cafe. 4700 Pearl St., Boulder, 303-447-1833.

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Preparing Homes for Extreme Weather

by Papacito

Story Idea – Preparing homes for extreme weather    
Preparing for typical winter weather can be hard for homeowners, but dealing with dangerous winter conditions, such as blizzards or extreme cold, can be overwhelming. The key to surviving extreme weather is preparation. Homeowners should trim tree branches to prevent roof damage; roof tiles, shutters and siding should be secured; and gutters cleaned.

Homeowners should also be prepared to spend a lot of time indoors when extreme weather hits. They should make sure to have snow shovels on hand… Read More
Source: REALTOR.com feed

What does Retire in Boulder mean?

What does Retire in Boulder mean?

by Papacito

What does “Retire in Boulder” mean?

Let’s start by throwing out the typical definition of retirement, which usually is centered around the end of a career. And since we are not associating it with the end of a career, we can also dissociate the concept from age stereotypes.

“Retiring” to Boulder is really more about the conscious understanding and acceptance that we are ready to embark on a new adventure, and we want this adventure to take place in Boulder.

North Boulder Park Skiing

We like to think about retirement as the beginning of a new chapter in our lives….maybe even the beginning of a new book. And, if starting a new chapter is your goal, Boulder, Colorado is the ideal place to start.

When you live in Boulder Colorado, you’ll be surrounded with natural beauty, but that’s only what’s on the surface. You’ll also be in the company of very interesting, motivated, and inspiring people.

The Importance of Technology in Selling Your Home

by Papacito

Changing and improving technology influences nearly every aspect of our lives, so it makes sense that it also affects the way homeowners and their agents market and sell homes. So what are the tools consumers and their agents should be using when trying to sell their home?

According to the National Association of REALTORS®, 95 percent of all homebuyers used the internet in their home search in 2016, as opposed to 2 percent in 1995. A home needs a strong, consistent online presence for it to be considered by the most potential buyers. Embracing a social media strategy and using… Read More
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Declutter Your Home

by Papacito

Why do some people think organizing their home is for a must-do only in the spring? With the holiday season approaching, people across the country are preparing their homes for visiting family, holiday parties and cold weather hibernation. All of this makes fall the perfect time to declutter and organize one’s home.   

The first step is to purge all the things that aren’t needed, wanted or used anymore – there is no need to organize what you don’t have! For the items that need to stay, think about creating new storage under stairwells or replacing… Read More
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