Monthly Archives: January 2010

FHA, The Good, The Bad and The Ugly

FHA Changes Rules February 1, 2010 By Michael Hughes January 24, 2010 HUD will allow homebuyers to use FHA-insured financing to purchase foreclosed properties starting February 1, 2010. The one year waiver program will only apply to forward mortgages and … Continue reading

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We’re number 8, we’re number 8! Boulder, CO

By Michael Hughes   January 23, 2010 Boulder is not just a place to live but a place to thrive. Money magazine recently named Boulder County as No. 8 on its Top 10 Places for Jobs (see table below). The list … Continue reading

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85 Dining Options in Boulder, Colorado-Valentines is coming!

Posted by Michael Hughes January 22, 2010 14th Street Bar & Grill – 1400 Pearl St 8 Port – 1727 15th St Aji – 1601 Pearl St Amante Coffee – 1035 Walnut St Amu Sake Bar and Restaurant – 1221 … Continue reading

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Why You Should Buy Boulder Real Estate

Posted by Michael Hughes Mortgage Rates Lower than ever now and in the upcoming year. Mortgage rates did not creep up as expected regarding its participation in mortgage backed securities according to PMI Group. In fact mortgage rates went the … Continue reading

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11 Great Questions To Ask Your Realtor® When Listing Your Property

Fuller Sotheby’s International Realty Global Presence By Michael Hughes   January 20, 2010 When listing your property to sell there are a number of questions you will want to ask: What is the Marketing Plan and is it written, clear and … Continue reading

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Relocating to Boulder

By Michael Hughes    January 19, 2010 Boulder, a unique city located on the footsteps of the Rocky Mountains in Boulder County. Boulder is a short drive from Denver. With a population of nearly 112,000 residents (city and outlying areas). Boulder … Continue reading

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Year of the Golden Tiger-Chinese New Year

The Chinese New Year 2010-Year of the Golden Tiger By Michael Hughes        January 18, 2010 According to the Chinese Zodiac, the Year of 2010 is the Year of the Golden Tiger, which begins on Valentines’ Day,  February 14, 2010 and ends on … Continue reading

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Vic’s Boulder-Sunday Afternoon-Broadway & Alpine

By Michae Hughes    January 17,  2010 Great place to enjoy a steaming beverage and a pastry. The seating is european. The views are fantastic and it is cozy. Also outdoor seating for warmer days.  Vic’s has multiple kinds of sweeteners, … Continue reading

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Knollwood Boulder, Colorado

Knollwood By Michael Hughes    January 16, 2010 The neighborhood of Knollwood has always been unto its’ own.  It is near downtown Boulder, close enough to walk to any of the nearby coffee shops or just to take a stroll.  Quiet … Continue reading

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Crocs Helps Haiti

By Michael Hughes January 16, 2010 A 7.0-magnitude quake — which struck about 10 miles outside of the Haitian capital of Port-au-Prince on Tuesday January 12, has  left tens of thousands of Haitians dead and hundreds of thousands more without … Continue reading

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