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Featured Business Of The Month ~ April 2023 ~ La Creperie & French Bakery
Check out the featured business of the month ~
La Creperie & French Bakery
A must try if you’re looking for authentic French cuisine, as well as familiar brunch favorites.
The owner grew up in a bakery in Brittany, France the nest of crepes and galettes. After owning his dad’s bakery for a few years, Jean Claude came to the U.S. and found his home for 17 years in Key West, Florida where he owned “Croissants de France”, a business cherished by locals and tourists.
Serving the Fort Collins, CO area today, we provide great tasting food that’s prepared fresh with the highest quality of ingredients. Jean Claude takes pride in baking the artisan way: no preservatives, no mixed powders, no chemicals. As a unique provider of French cuisine and French bakery in Fort Collins, you are sure to enjoy the great atmosphere, friendly service, and delicious crepes and pastries.
2722 S. College Ave
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Click here for the Menu and to learn more
A Guide to Spring Cleaning Your Home
Spring is right around the corner, so it’s time for spring cleaning.
Though you spend time year-round doing typical housekeeping tasks like washing dishes, dusting and vacuuming, this is a good time to go the extra mile to deep-clean and refresh those neglected spots in your home.
Where to begin with your 2023 spring cleaning? Here are five tasks that should be on your radar.
Wash windows and doors.
Each door and window needs a good washing inside and out. Be sure to rinse the screens and wipe out the window casings. You should also clean your window treatments — both blinds and curtains.
Clean out kitchen spaces.
Make sure to clean your dishwasher and oven, then wash and reorganize the interior of your fridge. If it’s been a while since you’ve cleaned your pantry, tackle that next. Be sure to throw out any old or expired food products.
Dust the vents and ceiling fans.
Give your vents and ceiling fans a good wipe-down. You should also replace your air filters if you haven’t in a bit. Typically, they should be replaced every three months for optimal HVAC performance, so this is a good time to start keeping track of that schedule.
Clean or vacuum furniture and upholstery.
Furniture can get quite dirty over time. Pull up couch cushions to vacuum under them, then vacuum the cushions too. You can also carefully wipe down leather furniture and vacuum your mattress.
Tidy up outside.
Take some time to work on curb appeal, too. Tidy up the deck or patio, pick up any stray kids’ or dog toys, and spray down your outside furniture. You may also want to refresh your landscaping while you’re at it.
Are you getting your home ready to sell? Get in touch for expert help today.
4 Signs a Property Is Priced Too High
No one wants to pay too much for a house. It can be a frustrating prospect, plus it makes your payments higher and could make appreciation seem less likely.
If home values fall too much, you could end up underwater, which means owing more on your mortgage than your home is worth.
But you shouldn’t be worried about that.
Fortunately, there are ways to spot an overpriced home. To ensure you don’t overpay, we’ll watch for these signs.
- Its days on the market (DOM) are high. If a home has been on the market a while, it likely means no one who has toured it has thought it was worth the price. This typically indicates a price point that’s too high or something wrong with the home.
- It has a higher price than similar properties. Unless a home has standout or luxury features, it should be priced similarly to those around it. If its price is notably higher for no obvious reason, consider it overpriced.
- It’s gone on and off the market repeatedly. When a house is put on and taken off the market several times, it often means one of two things: Either they’re trying to reset the DOM, or it’s gone under contract multiple times, but the buyers have pulled out.
- Nearby homes are selling much faster. If a home is priced appropriately for its area, size, and condition, it should sell at relatively the same price and speed as neighboring properties.
It’s true that sometimes a home is priced higher due to luxury amenities or other features. If that’s not the case and a home is just overpriced, there are strategies we can use to make the deal work in your favor.
Ready to start your home search? Get in touch today.
Featured Business Of The Month ~ March 2023~ Radiant Dental Health
Check out the featured business of the month
RADIANT DENTAL HEALTH
Don’t look any further for your dental health needs. They take care of all your dental needs at Radiant Dental Health.
Dr. “Boone” Caldon, DMD, MBA, MS, ABGD, FAGD
Doctor Nathaniel “Boone” Calden has been a practicing dentist since 2007. He completed two Advanced Education in General Dentistry programs in the military before becoming a residency director at Wight Patterson Air Force Base.
Doctor Boone’s extensive education allows him to provide most dental services to include IV sedation implants, 3rd molar extractions (wisdom tooth), endodontics (root canals), crowns, restorative bridges, and dentures. He strives to provide a dental home where 100% of your dental care can be completed in house.
Fun facts about Dr. Boone:
He loves ice cream, traveling, hiking, is very active in the military and enjoys doing humanitarian work!
Alexandra Hung, RDH
Alexandra Hung, RDHAlexandra Hung gained her dental degree at the Central University of Venezuela. She also taught training courses in Leadership and Dental Anatomy at a private pre-university institute in Venezuela.
After arriving in the United States, Ms. Hung pursued her dental hygiene degree and operates as a fully credentialed hygienist.
She specializes in dental health prevention, periodontal maintenance, whitening, and aesthetics. She’s proud of her South American heritage speaking in 3 different languages English, Spanish, and Portuguese, and aims at promoting better oral health for the local community of Northern Colorado.
Fun facts about Alexandra:
She loves to dance, enjoys going to the beach, working out, walking, and going on getaway weekends with the family, and of course chocolate ice cream!
They speak English, Spanish and Portuguese.
Their services include:
- General Dentistry
- Dental crowns
- Root canal
- Dental implants
- Dentures
- TMJ
- Tooth extraction
- Dental bone graft
- Emergency dentist
- Oral surgery
- Sedation
- Dentistry
- Cosmetic dentistry
- Invisalign
- Teeth whitening
Contact them today for your dental needs!
Radiant Dental Health
313 W. Drake Rd, Fort Collins, CO 80526
970-422-1122
Click here to learn more about Radiant Dental Health
Tips for Your Final Walk-Through
When you buy a house, you’ll do a final walk-through of the property in the days or hours before closing.
This is an important step in the home-buying process, as it gives you one last chance to assess the condition of the house before signing on the dotted line. Attention to detail is paramount during your walk-through.
As you approach your closing day, here’s what you’ll want to consider as you walk through the home.
- Were the requested repairs completed? If you asked the seller to make certain repairs after the inspection, you’ll want to make sure those were done properly. If they weren’t, we might want to delay the closing or ask for credits from the sellers to make up for it. Usually I ask the inspector to come back and check that all repairs were done.
- Do the electric, HVAC, and plumbing systems work properly? Turn on all the lights, flush the toilets, run each faucet, and adjust the thermostat. You’ll want to be sure all systems are working before finalizing your purchase.
- Has anything been left in the home? The home should be clean and clear of all the previous owner’s belongings (except for items included in the sale). Anything left behind will need to be removed before you move into the property.
- Are the fixtures in the house (and functioning)? Check all the fixtures and appliances that were agreed upon, too. If you negotiated with the seller to leave their TV mounts or washer and dryer, are they there? Are they working? We will double-check your sales contract if you’re unsure what should be included.
You should also snap photos during the final walk-through, particularly if you spot anything that wasn’t repaired or needs to be removed. We can use them to show the seller’s agent and address things.
Please get in touch if you have questions about homebuying or any other real estate needs.
What’s Happening in Northern Colorado? March 2023 Edition
March/2023/Issue #2
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN NORTHERN COLORADO?
Think about the last event you attended. Did you have fun and meet new people?
Events connect people to other like-minded individuals who share the same passions as them, and they are an awesome way to celebrate the amazing community you live in.
There are so many things to do in Northern Colorado each month.
I invite you to follow along each month where I will highlight local events in the area!
MARCH 2023 LOCAL EVENTS
Fort Collins/Timnath
Great Plates of Downtown 2023
From March 1 – March 14, Downtown Fort Collins’ award-winning dining promotion and fundraiser returns for a 17th year! Great Plates of Downtown™ is a celebration of the Downtown dining community and features 48 participating restaurants serving up breakfast, lunch, dinner, and all-day menu specials for $25.00, and a la carte items for just $2.50.
- Date/Time: March 1st through March 14th – Recurring Daily
- Location: Downtown Fort Collins -19 Old Town Square, Suite #230, Fort Collins, CO
Click here to learn more about this event
Escape to Reflection – Fort Collins Symphony
The Fort Collins Symphony performs an all-strings program featuring music of remembrance and reflection.
- Location: The Lincoln Center – 417 W. Magnolia St, Fort Collins
- Date/Time: March 4, 2023 @ 7:30 pm
- Price: Tickets: $25-67 adult, $10 student/child
Click here to learn more about this event
Photo from Visit Fort Collins
Legally Blonde – The Musical
Fabulously fun and international award-winning Legally Blonde – The Musical is the ultimate Broadway tribute to Girl Power!
- Date/Time: March 9th through March 11th, 2023 – Multiple showtimes
- Location: The Lincoln Center – 417 W. Magnolia St, Fort Collins
Click here to learn more about this event
Photo from Lincoln Center Website
The 5 Browns
The 5 Browns—Ryan, Melody, Gregory, Deondra and Desirae—all attended New York’s Juilliard School. In fact, they became the first family of five siblings ever accepted simultaneously. The quintet enjoyed their first wave of critical attention in February 2002 when People magazine dubbed them the “Fab Five” at about the same time they were featured on Oprah and 60 Minutes. The 5 Browns have released 3 CDs that each went to #1 on Billboard Magazine’s Classical Album Chart.
- Location: The Lincoln Center 417 W. Magnolia St, Fort Collins, CO 80521
- Date/Time: March 31, 2023 @ 7:30 pm AND @ 9:30 pm
- Price: $20
Click here to learn more about this event
Loveland/Windsor
22nd annual Spring Holistic Fair
- Date: March 11th and 12th – 10:00am to 5:00pm both days
Address: 5280 Arena Circle, Loveland, CO- Price: One day pass $10/ 2 day pass $15/ Kids under 12 FREE
- What: Join us at The Ranch, Larimer County Fairgrounds, First National Bank Building in the North Hall – as you explore alternative choices for taking care of your body, mind, spirit and our environment. Discover aspects of yourself/Self through astrology, tarot, palmistry, clairvoyant readings, aura portraits, psychic development classes and other intuitive arts. Experience healing modalities from massage and reflexology to energy balancing and biofeedback, just to name a few. Sample healthy “green drinks”, vitamin supplements and nutritional products. Try locally made natural skin care products. Shop our creative vendors and artisans. Find crystals and gemstones, New Age art, music. Reconnect with old friends and meet new friends.
Address: 5280 Arena Circle, Loveland, COClick here to learn more about this event
Lucky Brew Race 5K, 10K, and 15K
The Lucky Brew Rac
e 5K, 10K, and 15K is on Saturday March 11, 2023. It includes the following events: Lucky Brew 5K, Lucky Brew 10K, Lucky Brew 15K, and Kids Fun Run.
- Location: Eastman Park 7025 Eastman Park Dr. Windsor, CO
- Date/Time: March 11, 2023 @ 9:30am – 1:00pm
Click here to learn more about this event
Tracy Lawrence & Clay Walker 
The Budweiser Events Center plays host to country music legends Tracy Lawrence + Clay Walker — One Night, Two Icons: Sharing One Stage, Performing Together with a Full Band, live in Loveland.
- Date/Time:
- Thursday, March 16, 2023 From 7:30pm – 10:00pm
- Location: Budweiser Event Center – 5290 Arena Circle, Loveland, CO
Click here to learn more about this event
St. Patrick’s Day Party
Dueling Pianos, Free Green Beer and Giveaways courtesy of Peculier Ales, High Point Financial and run. Windsor!
- Date/Time: March 17, 2023 5:00 pm – 11:45 pm
- Location: Peculier Ales – 301 Main St Unit A, Windsor, CO
Click here to learn more about this event
Gem and Mineral Show
The Fort Collins Rockhounds Club presents the 60th Annual 2023 Gem and Mineral Show
- Date/Time: Friday, March 24, 2023, from 4:00pm – 8:00pm, Saturday, March 25th from 9:00am – 6:00pm, and Sunday, March 26th from 10:00am – 4:00pm
- Location: The Ranch Larimer County Fairgrounds – 5280 Arena Circle, Loveland, CO
Click here to learn more about this event
Greeley
Northern Colorado Home and Garden Show
For 40 years, Greeley Tribune‘s Home & Garden Show has brought together landscapers, home remodels, repair and maintenance companies, and the like, to grow a sincere connection to the communities around the Greeley area.
- Date/Time: Frida
y, March 3, 2023, 12:00pm – 5:00pm, Saturday, March 04, 2023, 10:00am-4:00pm and Sunday, March 05, 2023, 10:00am-3:00pm - Location: Island Grove Regional Park, Event Center and Exhibition Hall, 501 N. 14th Ave, Greeley, CO
- Price: FREE
Click here to learn more about this event
If you need help in understanding Northern Colorado or the Denver Metro area in this complex and ever-changing real estate market, don’t hesitate to contact me.
Check out the featured business of the month ~
RADIANT DENTAL HEALTH
Don’t look any further for your dental health needs. They take care of all your dental needs at Radiant Dental Health.
Dr. “Boone” Caldon, DMD, MBA, MS, ABGD, FAGD
Doctor Nathaniel “Boone” Caldon has been a practicing dentist since 2007. He completed two Advanced Education in General Dentistry programs in the military before becoming a residency director at Wight Patterson Air Force Base.
Doctor Boone’s extensive education allows him to provide most dental services to include IV sedation implants, 3rd molar extractions (wisdom tooth), endodontics (root canals), crowns, restorative bridges, and dentures. He strives to provide a dental home where 100% of your dental care can be completed in house.
Fun facts about Dr. Boone:
He loves ice cream, traveling, hiking, is very active in the military and enjoys doing humanitarian work!
Alexandra Hung, RDH
Alexandra Hung gained her dental degree at the Central University of Venezuela. She also taught training courses in Leadership and Dental Anatomy at a private pre-university institute in Venezuela.
After arriving in the United States, Ms. Hung pursued her dental hygiene degree and operates as a fully credentialed hygienist.
She specializes in dental health prevention, periodontal maintenance, whitening, and aesthetics. She’s proud of her South American heritage speaking in 3 different languages English, Spanish, and Portuguese, and aims at promoting better oral health for the local community of Northern Colorado.
Fun facts about Alexandra:
She loves to dance, enjoys going to the beach, working out, walking, and going on getaway weekends with the family, and of course chocolate ice cream!
They speak English, Spanish and Portuguese.
Their services include:
- General Dentistry
- Dental crowns
- Root canal
- Dental implants
- Dentures
- TMJ
- Tooth extraction
- Dental bone graft
- Emergency dentist
- Oral surgery
- Sedation
- Dentistry
- Cosmetic dentistry
- Invisalign
- Teeth whitening
Contact them today for your dental needs!
Radiant Dental Health
313 W. Drake Rd, Fort Collins, CO 80526
970-422-1122
Click here to learn more about Radiant Dental Health
What You Should Know About Closing Costs
Before you buy a home, it’s important to plan ahead. While most buyers consider how much they need to save for a down payment, many are surprised by the closing costs they have to pay. To ensure you aren’t caught off guard when it’s time to close on your home, you need to understand what closing costs are and how much you should budget for.
What Are Closing Costs?
People are sometimes surprised by closing costs because they don’t know what they are. According to Bankrate:
“Closing costs are the fees and expenses you must pay before becoming the legal owner of a house, condo or townhome . . . Closing costs vary depending on the purchase price of the home and how it’s being financed . . .”
In other words, your closing costs are a collection of fees and payments involved with your transaction. According to Freddie Mac, while they can vary by location and situation, closing costs typically include:
- Recording costs
- Appraisal fees
- Credit report fees
- Lender origination fees
- Title services
- Tax service fees
- Survey fees
- Underwriting Fees
How Much Will You Need To Budget for Closing Costs?
Understanding what closing costs include is important, but knowing what you’ll need to budget to cover them is critical, too. According to the Freddie Mac article mentioned above, the costs to close are typically between 1% and 4% of the total purchase price of your home. With that in mind, here’s how you can get an idea of what you’ll need to cover your closing costs.
Let’s say you find a home you want to purchase for the median price of $500,000. Based on the 1-4% Freddie Mac estimate, your closing fees could be between roughly $5,000 and $20,000.
Keep in mind, if you’re in the market for a home above or below this price range, your closing costs will be higher or lower.
What’s the Best Way To Make Sure You’re Prepared at Closing Time?
Freddie Mac provides great advice for homebuyers, saying:
“As you start your homebuying journey, take the time to get a sense of all costs involved – from your down payment to closing costs.”
Work with a team of trusted real estate professionals to understand exactly how much you’ll need to budget for closing costs. As a Realtor I can help connect you with a lender, and together your expert team can answer any questions you might have.
It’s important to plan for the fees and payments you’ll be responsible for at closing. Let’s connect so I can help you feel confident throughout the process.
Improve Your Home’s Energy Efficiency
If you’re looking to make your home more energy efficient, smart technology can help.
There are plenty of smart home technologies that can make your home more sustainable, reduce its carbon footprint, and lower the costs it takes to operate.
Want to improve your home’s energy efficiency? Try one (or more) of these smart options.
- Thermostats: Smart thermostats automate your home’s temperature, customizing it based on your schedule and habits. There are several different kinds, and they can save you an average of 8% annually on your energy bills.
- Lightbulbs: You can program smart LED lightbulbs, allowing you to set a schedule and minimize the amount of time they’re in use. You can often even turn them on and off remotely with a smartphone app.
- Sprinklers: The exterior of your home can be upgraded with sustainability in mind, too, thanks to smart sprinkler systems. The sprinklers integrate with live weather data and can be customized for the shape of your yard, thus reducing your water consumption.
- Plugs and Power Strips: Much like smart bulbs, these allow you to turn small appliances and other power-hogging items on and off with ease. Just open an app or ask your smart home hub to turn them off for you. You can even set schedules to ensure you’re conserving the most power possible.
Are you ready to go green and save on your bills? Reach out if you’re on the hunt for a more energy-efficient home.
What’s Happening in Northern Colorado?
February/2023/Issue #1
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN NORTHERN COLORADO?
Think about the last event you attended. Did you have fun and meet new people?
Events connect people to other like-minded individuals who share the same passions as them, and they are an awesome way to celebrate the amazing community you live in.
There are so many things to do in Northern Colorado each month.
I invite you to follow along each month where I will highlight local events in the area!
FEBRUARY 2023 LOCAL EVENTS
Fort Collins/Timnath
Wine and Charcuterie Tasting Event
Guided wine tasting experience of both Colorado and California wines at Blanchard Family Wines’ newest tasting room in The Exchange.
- Date/Time: Thursday, February 2nd from 3:00pm – 5:00pm
- Location: Blanchard Family Wines – 234 N College Ave a3, Fort Collins, CO
Click here to learn more about this event
Romantic Valentine-Themed Tours at the Historic Avery House
Cards, chocolate, and flowers are all synonymous with Valentine’s Day. Have you ever wondered why? Find out at the Historic Avery House on Saturday, February 11, 2023 for special Valentine-themed tours! Space is limited, so be sure to get tickets in advance! Tours are $10 per person and last one hour with start times at 6:30pm, 7:00pm, 7:30pm, and 8:00pm.
- Location: 328 W. Mountain Ave
- Fort Collins, CO 80521
- Date/Time: February 11 @ 6:30 pm – February 11 @ 9:00 pm
- Price: $10
Click here to learn more about this event
This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY
Run Love 5K & 10K
Thaw out with a winter run you won’t forget! This year’s event features two distances, 5k and 10k. Everyone welcome! Walkers, joggers, runners, run/walkers, wheelchair/pushrim.
- Location: 1020 E Lincoln Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80524
- Date/Time: February 11 @ 9:00 am – February 11 @ 11:30 am
Click here to learn more about this event
William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet
Swanky society parties, moonlit nights, desolate churchyards and blood-strewn streets. Set in the contemporary chaos of a city steeped in class and racial conflict, two star-crossed souls collide…
- Date/Time: Tuesday, February 14, 2023 @ 7:30 pm
- Location: The Lincoln Center – 417 W. Magnolia St, Fort Collins
Click here to learn more about this event
This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND
An Evening with Judy Collins performing Winter Stories + Hits
- Tuesday, February 14, 2023 from 7 – 9 PM MST
- Armory FoCo – 314 E Mountain Ave, Fort Collins, CO
Click here to learn more about this event
LIVE MUSIC – The Whiskey Pickles Blues Band
- Date: Thursday, February 25, 2023
- Location: The Whiskey Pickles Lirano Wine Bar – 3600 Mitchell Dr. #5b Fort Collins
Click here to learn more about this event
Loveland/Windsor
Verboten’s Annual Stout Fest 2023
Our biggest beer festival of the year RETURNS and we’re doing it BIGGER and BETTER than ever! Venue: Once again we are taking over the first floor of Desk Chair Office Space in the heart of Loveland.
- Date/Time: Saturday, February 4, 2023, from 12:00pm – 5:30pm
- Location: Desk Chair Workspace – 201 E 4th St, Loveland, CO
Click here to learn more about this event
Loveland Sweetheart Festival
- Date: Fri-Sat, February 10-11, 2023
- Address: New Foundry Plaza, Downtown Loveland
- What: This two-day event features the Loveland Sweetheart Classic 4-mile race. Other highlights include a beer tent, tunnel of love, laser show, kids’ activities, and other romantic festivities.
Click here to learn more about this event
Sweethearts & Seltzers
Meta Sweethearts & Seltzers Create your own Heart planter with Chill Potz while sippin’ on a seltzer from The Heart or beer from High Hops. Comes with a plant!
- Date/Time: Saturday, February 11. 2023, From 10:30am – 12:00pm
- Location: The Heart Distillery – 6461 CO-392, Windsor, CO
Click here to learn more about this event
Gardening 101
Whether you are new to the area or just new to gardening, this class is for you! Bring all of your questions and let’s get ready for the 2023 gardening season.
- Date/Time: Saturday, February 18, 2023, from 10:00am – 12:00pm
- Location: The Windsor Gardener – 6461 CO-392, Windsor, CO
Click here to learn more about this event
An Evening with Styx
Rock band, STYX , will bring their world tour to the Budweiser Events Center on Thursday, February 23rd.
- Date/Time: February 23rd 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
- Location: Budweiser Events Center – 5290 Arena Circle, Loveland, CO
Click here to learn more about this event
Greeley
Greeley Winter Farmers’ Market
Shop from a selection of root crops, winter squash, and green-house-grown produce. Other offerings include locally raised meats, fresh bread, honey, handmade gifts, and many other items.
- Date/Time: Saturday, February 4, 2023, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
- Location: Zoe’s Café and Events, 715 10th St, Greeley, CO
Click here to learn more about this event
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
A vibrant blend of jazz, swing, and Dixieland, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy brings its legendary live show to a new generation. The group’s horn-infused music not only reintroduced swing at the “Super Bowl XXXIII Halftime Show,” but was at the forefront of the 90s swing revival. Big Bad Voodoo Daddy shows no signs of slowing down after nearly 30 years of paying tribute to this uniquely American art form.
- Date/Time: Saturday, February 4, 2023 @ 7:30pm
- Location: Union Colony Civic Center – Monfort Concert Hall Greeley, CO – 701 10th Ave
Click here to learn more about this event
If you need help in understanding Northern Colorado or the Denver Metro area in this complex and ever-changing real estate market, don’t hesitate to contact me.
