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Thirty-two notes, from February through September: market splits, contract fine print, neighborhood festivals, and the details that change a week in Boulder, Longmont, and the towns between.
Boulder homes with an ADU sell for more, but the city's permit registry doesn't back every listing claiming one. Here's how buyers verify before they close.
Read the noteSeptember 2026
Longmont buyers and sellers: the water-rights paragraph in your Colorado contract isn't always boilerplate. Here's why local ditch history still matters at closing.
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Longmont's standard oil and gas disclosure isn't boilerplate. Here's the real well history behind the paragraph every Longmont buyer signs at closing.
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4th and Kimbark closes for Longmont's first Colorado Pizza Festival on September 5. Here's the ticket math, the street closures, and what locals should know before buying.
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Mapleton Hill Porchfest turns 16 on September 20, 2026. A resident's guide to the side streets, set times, and logistics that go beyond Mapleton Avenue.
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The Arapahoe Avenue bridge over South Boulder Creek closes for two months starting August 11, 2026. Here's what really changes for bikers, walkers, and drivers.
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Longmont's balanced-market headline hides a split between tight detached resale and a slow attached and new-construction segment where builder incentives live.
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Skip the Friday crowds at 4th & Kimbark. Here's why Thursday's free 7 pm concert series at the Longmont Museum courtyard is the resident's summer ritual in 2026.
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Boulder's 2026 median is down 16.82%, but single-family and attached homes are moving in opposite directions. Here's what that split means for buyers.
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A walking plan for the July 3, 2026 NoBo First Friday art walk along Broadway, with the studios, kitchens, and tasting rooms that make the corridor a full evening.
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A Longmont resident's field guide to summer 2026: the new Independence festival, five downtown restaurant openings, and the weekday rhythm to build a season around.
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The 50th Colorado Music Festival, three 1926-centennial silent films, free Meadow Music on the Green: what's stacking up at Chautauqua this summer.
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Radon, sewer scopes, and clay soils reshape more Boulder deals than any other findings. Here's how to negotiate them in the May 2026 market.
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A Boulder resident's guide to summer 2026: new restaurants off Pearl in Table Mesa and on Iris Avenue, plus the July calendar worth planning around.
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Explore what makes Longmont, CO a strong fit for outdoor living, from trails and reservoirs to housing options. Read the guide and plan your move.
Read the noteJune 2026
Learn how to buy and sell at the same time in Longmont with smart timing, contingency options, and backup plans. Get clear guidance today.
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Learn what Longmont buyers notice first in mid-priced homes, from curb appeal to layout and upkeep, so you can prep smarter and sell with confidence. Read now.
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Learn how townhome and HOA living works in Longmont, from dues and maintenance to documents and buyer questions. Read this guide, then reach out.
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Compare Old Town Longmont and newer neighborhoods by character, homes, parks, and growth plans so you can choose the right fit for your move. Read more.
Read the noteMay 2026
Explore realistic starter home options in Longmont, CO, including prices, financing help, inspections, and smart first-time buyer strategies. Start here.
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Learn how to price your Longmont home using local comps, neighborhood trends, and net proceeds so you can sell with confidence. Get expert help today.
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Learn what to know before investing in Longmont rental property, from rent ranges to local rules and costs. Plan smarter with expert guidance today.
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Discover 17 free music festivals & concert series across Boulder County for summer 2026. Complete guide to 200+ outdoor events: Boulder Creek, Rock & Rails & more. Music & Entertainment Local Events Family Activities Colorado Travel Guide Summer Events Free Activities Live Music
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Relocating to Boulder? Learn about prices, climate, costs, and Colorado’s buying process so you can plan your move with confidence. Contact Michelle Barbour.
Read the noteApril 2026
Discover Boulder neighborhoods for hiking, biking, parks, and walkable outdoor living. Explore your options and connect with Michelle Barbour today.
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Learn the homebuying process in Longmont, CO, from preapproval to closing, with local tips on pricing, HOAs, floodplains, and buyer resources. Start today.
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Your 2026 guide to farmers markets across Boulder, Weld, and Larimer counties: where they are, which days they run, and typical hours.
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Explore schools, parks, recreation, and commute routes in Longmont for growing families. Plan your move with confidence and get local guidance today.
Read the noteMarch 2026
Boulder’s latest prices, days on market, rate context, and spring timing tips to decide whether to sell now or wait in 2026. Get a free local update.
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Compare prices, HOA rules, taxes, insurance, and STR laws to choose a condo or house in Boulder with confidence. Have questions? Connect with Michelle Barbour.
Read the noteFebruary 2026
Compare housing, commutes, schools, and lifestyle in Longmont vs Boulder. Find your fit and get a free local market update with Michelle Barbour.
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Considering Longmont? See neighborhoods, lifestyle, outdoor access, commutes, utilities, and pros and cons to decide if it fits your life. Get your local guide now.
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