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Published On 11/14/2024
Fidelity Home Warranty is an industry leader in home protection, they are owned by Fidelity National Financial; a Fortune 500 company with an A+ rating. The warranty will significantly offset expenses for home systems and appliances that fail or breakdown.
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Published On 11/8/2024
City of Boulder Occupancy Update
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Published On 10/22/2024
Governor Polis recently announced that Boulder Bear Coalition is a 2024 funding recipient of the
Colorado Parks and Wildlife Human-Bear Conflict Reduction Community Grant.
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Published On 10/16/2024
Most entities need to file a report that includes reference to its beneficial owners with our federal government in an effort to prevent financial crimes, unless they are exempt. This includes LLC’s and entities that may be used for real estate investments.
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Published On 10/9/2024
Locally owned and operated, Bumble Bee Blinds of Boulder is your one-stop shop for custom window treatments. We offer a comprehensive suite of window coverings for residential and commercial properties encompassing design, consultation, and installation of tailor-made window treatments. Our products include blinds, shutters, shades, artisan drapery and outdoor sun shades for decks and pergolas. Find out more about us here https://www.bumblebeeblinds.com/boulder-co/
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Published On 9/30/2024
If I purchase a property in Boulder and there is a current rental license, do I keep that rental license or do I need to get a new one?
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Published On 9/20/2024
Our latest event was a huge success! Members connected, networked, and explored a variety of community resources. This new concept worked out wonderfully, and we received an amazing response from participants! Thank you all for being a part of this journey. Together, we’re building a stronger community! For photos, visit our social media
https://www.facebook.com/barhaonline/
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Published On 9/2/2024
We are full-service national disaster commercial restoration company offering over decades of experience in the restoration industry. 360 Fire & Flood is an experienced and highly skilled company offering services in natural disaster response, emergency mitigation, water, fire & smoke restoration, mold remediation, Biohazard/Trauma Cleanup, General Contracting, consulting and more.
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Published On 8/28/2024
Recycling services are now required for all commercial and multifamily properties in Longmont to be in compliance with the City's Universal Recycling Ordinance. Businesses and multifamily properties are required to comply or will be subject to City Code Enforcement and Civil Procedure. To assist businesses and multifamily complexes the City of Longmont is currently providing financial support with Longmont-specific Zero Waste Coupons.
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Published On 8/27/2024
Are you ready to expand your network and get to know the key players both from our city and from our organization? We’re thrilled to invite you to an incredible opportunity to meet and connect with a diverse group of professionals who play a crucial role in our community. Mark your calendars for September 19th and join us for an engaging event where you’ll have the chance to interact with specialists in various fields that impact rental housing in Boulder.
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Published On 8/13/2024
LOCAL ADVOCACY UPDATE
CITY OF BOULDER—NEW Chronic Nuisance Ordinance Update
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Published On 8/2/2024
It has been a difficult fire season for Boulder County. The two wild fires, The Lake Shore Fire and the Stone Canyon Fire are now under control and evacuations have been lifted. Rental property owners and managers in Boulder County may want to consider being a pare of the Boulder opt-in emergency alert system.
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Published On 7/24/2024
A broad coalition of housing providers and lenders released a letter to President Biden opposing the recent proposal to cap rents nationwide, according to a release from the National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC).

“We understand the appeal of what appears to be a quick fix to stabilize rents, but arbitrary federal rent caps are not the answer. Rent regulations jeopardize the financial solvency of rental communities, result in lower quality housing options for renters, and severely limit their housing choices,” the letter says.
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Published On 7/1/2024
Boulder County has launched a $500 rebate program for fire mitigation. The rebate program is open to all Boulder County residents, including all municipalities and the City of Boulder, who own or rent a home in Boulder County to which the eligible wildfire mitigation actions apply.
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Published On 5/6/2024
Community Cycles: Sandee Cirian, sandee@communitycycles.org
Donate Old or Abandoned Bikes to Community Cycles

Many of you have tenants that leave behind items that they don't want to move. One solution for bicycles is to donate them to Community Cycles. We'll refurbish them and either donate them to someone in need, or sell them to fund our other programs, like offering workshops in bike maintenance and repair. 

Community Cycles is a Boulder nonprofit with the mission to get more people on bikes. Your donation of bicycles and parts is a building block for our biking community, our education and advocacy work, and our programs to benefit our low-income friends and neighbors.

We accept anything and everything bike-related, in any condition: Adult bikes, kids bikes, e-bikes and e-bike batteries, Parts, Bike accessories like bike racks, car racks, trainers, panniers and other bags, baskets, etc, Bike shoes and attire, Tires and tubes (we'll recycle your old ones for FREE!),
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Published On 4/22/2024
On Monday, April 15, Governor Polis signed Colorado House Bill 2024-1007 (HB24-1007), “Prohibit Residential Occupancy Limits”, which prohibits local governments from enacting or enforcing residential occupancy limits based on familial relationship. In response, the city code enforcement staff will administratively cease enforcement of the occupancy regulations in the land use code (based on the number of unrelated persons per unit).
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Published On 3/12/2024
Boulder City Council topics coming up in the next few months*
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Published On 3/11/2024
There are a few interesting events coming up where community members can give feedback or learn about different things that may interest you.

Public Open House: City of Boulder To Host Open House To Share Updated Community Wildfire Protection Plan And Gather Community Input: https://bouldercolorado.gov/news/public-open-house-city-boulder-host-open-house-share-updated-community-wildfire-protection?utm_medium=email

CSU Extension Webinar: Waterwise Updates for Lawns and Landscapes: https://www.coolboulder.org/main-calendar/csu-extension-zoom-waterwise-updates-for-lawns-and-landscapes?utm_medium=email

Public Input Requested for Diagonal Highway Branding and Wayfinding Project: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/COBOULDER/bulletins/38f8ac4?utm_medium=email
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Published On 12/19/2023
City seeking volunteers to serve on boards and commissions
Boulder is seeking volunteers who wish to serve on the city’s boards and commissions. Board and commission members work with city staff and councilmembers to examine current issues and make recommendations that can help shape the city’s future.
There are 20 different boards and commissions with vacancies to fill in 2024. Some of these include the Housing Advisory Board, Open Space Board of Trustees, Planning Board and Transportation Advisory Board.
The city is accepting applications until Jan. 29. Interested community members are encouraged to apply at bit.ly/4atmotU. Applicants must have lived in Boulder for at least a year prior to March 2024. For most boards and commissions, applicants must be at least 18 years old, but the minimum age to serve on the Beverage Licensing Authority or Cannabis Licensing Advisory Board is 21.
More information and a full list of boards and commissions with open seats are available on the ci
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Published On 12/4/2023
KTR Business Services helps real estate investors compile and understand their financials, freeing them to focus on profit and growth. This can only be accomplished with proper bookkeeping.
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Published On 11/28/2023
On Monday, October 30, 2023 the City of Boulder launched Elevate Boulder, a guaranteed income pilot project. Through this project the city will provide 200 low-income Boulder households with $500 per month for two years. This assistance is unconditional and unrestricted; no strings attached.
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Published On 11/6/2023
The city is in the process of updating its Energy Conservation Code. The Energy Conservation Code sets minimum energy performance standards for newly constructed and renovated buildings. The code is updated on a three-year cycle, and its last revision was in 2020. The city just started stakeholder engagement and will be discussing the proposal during a study session on 11/9/2023. While have not seen the draft code yet, we expect it to be available sometime in November.
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Published On 11/1/2023
Click here to watch the webinar about Capital Markets Update and Economic Outlook hosted by our member and Platinum Sponsor: Mercer Advisors
https://www.merceradvisors.com/insights/market-commentary/capital-markets-update-and-outlook-oct2023
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Published On 10/31/2023
from Tim Drugan with the The Boulder Reporting Lab
Every three years, Boulder updates its energy codes. This time around, the city might help push the envelope in Colorado by banning natural gas hookups in new buildings.

Environmental advocates nationwide have pushed for gas hookup bans as crucial in reducing cities’ dependence on fossil fuels and achieving climate emissions goals. And many cities — and some states — are well ahead of Boulder.
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Published On 10/4/2023
While the Universal Zero Waste Ordinance (UZWO) has not been repealed, due to the changes in what can and cannot be composted across the Front Range, enforcement has been paused. Official messaging from Boulder’s City Attorney is:
The city recognizes that changes in accepted materials for compost collection by A1 Organics are causing problems and questions related to compliance with the existing Universal Zero Waste Ordinance requirements outlined in Boulder Revised Code 6-3-13, 6-3-14, and 6-3-15. The City of Boulder is currently collaborating with regional partners on potential solutions. For now, the city will pause enforcement of compost requirements in these code sections until further notice. Commercial and multifamily complex properties, along with special events, will not be penalized for discontinuing compost collection services.

Those that wish to continue collecting materials for composting are encouraged to do so, if able to strictly adhere to the new guidelines.
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Published On 10/4/2023
The City of Longmont’s Universal Recycling Ordinance (URO) begins implementation January 1, 2024. The URO will require recycling collection for commercial businesses and multifamily properties not already subscribed to recycling collection services. The City will provide resources and assistance to support implementation, including training and educational materials and signage to ensure proper sorting. For assistance and more information on the URO, please visit the City’s URO website.
https://www.longmontcolorado.gov/departments/departments-n-z/waste-services-compost-recycle-trash/universal-recycling-ordinance-information
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Published On 9/21/2023
ECI is your one stop shop to bring your property into the world of EV Charging. We have equipment only solutions all the way to the white glove service that would include all the installation needs specific to your property. We at ECI have partnered with Xeal Energy to supply the only EV Charger on the market that doesn’t require internet or cellular service to authorize charging. This helps lower your install and operating cost, not to mention your residents’ frustrations. With a user-friendly dashboard and simple to understand profit sharing, ECI and Xeal are here to help plug you into the future of EV charging.
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Published On 9/18/2023
New Boulder Occupancy Law Is In Effect
By now, you should know that the occupancy rules have changed for the city of Boulder. The new occupancy regulations went into effect on 9/18/2023.
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Published On 9/15/2023
For more than 35 years, we’ve worked with families to help them simplify the complexity of their money, and most importantly, to help them figure out what it’s all for. We deliver a comprehensive and convenient family office for families that range in wealth from hundreds or thousands of dollars to hundreds of millions of dollars. We connect the dots of your financial life by unifying planning, investing, taxes, estate, insurance, trust and more.
https://www.merceradvisors.com/
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Published On 9/14/2023
SAVE THE DATES FOR CU BOULDER HOUSING FAIRS
CU Boulder is excited to offer three in-person housing fairs on campus at CU Boulder this year! Their goal is to offer a unique and terrific opportunity to mass market your rental properties.
• Oct 18: University Memorial Ballroom
• Dec 6: Williams Village Center
• Feb 15: University Memorial Ballroom
Registration for the first fair is expected to be available in the next week. An email will go out with more details once registration is live. For more information about the CU Off Campus Housing Fair(s) or for any questions you may have, please feel free to contact their office at 303-492-7063, och@colorado.edu, or stop by the office in the University Memorial Center, room 313.
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Published On 8/1/2023
On May 24, 2023, House Bill 23-1105, the Homeowners’ Rights Task Force Bill, was signed into law by Governor Jared Polis. This bill creates an HOA Homeowners’ Rights Task Force(the “Task Force”) to examine issues confronting HOA communities such as enforcement and collections practices and other community operations. Under this bill, all Associations are required to notify their members of the existence of the bill and the creation of the Task Force.
Additional information regarding HB23-1105can be found at https://dre.colorado.gov/division-notifications/house-bill-23-1105-task-forces-to-examine-issues-affecting-homeowners-rights.
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Published On 7/27/2023
On June 15 under matters for city manager, Boulder City Council gave city staff direction to move forward with staff exploring the “5 unrelated concept”. This means if passed 5 unrelated persons would be allowed in any home or apartment citywide, regardless of zoning district. Landlords would still retain the right to have less unrelated if they so choose.
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Published On 7/18/2023
The Longmont City Council passed the Universal Recycling Ordinance (URO) at the City Council meeting on Tuesday, July 11, in support of the City’s goal of diverting 75% of our waste from the landfill by 2030 and 95% by 2050. The Ordinance focuses on a phased implementation for recycling and organics diversion for commercial and multifamily properties.
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Published On 7/17/2023
The City of Boulder has launched two new tools – a rental property notification system and a tenant resource guide – designed to encourage better communication and problem-solving between landlords and renters. The notification system shares calls for service data and aims to bring transparency and awareness to certain types of calls for service at rental properties. The goal of the tool is to help you identify if an ongoing issue is present so you can work with your tenants to find a solution through conversation and problem-solving.
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Published On 7/12/2023
This year, the City of Boulder is conducting an enhanced trash collection pilot project in the Univeristy Hill and Goss-Grove neighborhoods. The city in collaboration with Western Disposal will place dumpsters at strategic locations throughout these neighborhoods. These dumpsters will be monitored six days per week for disposal at no extra cost to you.
When: July 24-Aug 19
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Published On 6/27/2023
Did you know that the Boulder city council is discussing occupancy limits? Read more about this possible change to occupancy regulations
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Published On 5/22/2023
This past week we had a number of members who devoted their time to giving back tot he Boulder community both through work at the Emergency Family Assistance Association and a day with the Veteran's Community Project.
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Published On 5/17/2023
The first of two readings of the Universal Recycling Ordinance is now tentatively on June 20. Here is information on how to attend a Council meeting, there will be a public hearing related to the Ordinance.
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Published On 5/16/2023
The city of Boulder is seeking input from the community on both Occupancy and Affordable Housing.
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Published On 5/12/2023
Boulder Junction Phase 2 project’s 2nd Open House. It will take place on Wednesday, May 17 from 4-6 p.m. at the Junkyard Social Club.
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Published On 5/3/2023
We wanted to provide you on an update on the progress of the Universal Recycling Ordinance. On April 25, Longmont City staff returned to City Council to further discuss the financial impacts of the Universal Recycling Ordinance and how to support businesses and multifamily properties in complying with the Ordinance. Read the article for updates and timeline.
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Published On 5/2/2023
The dates for Six Day Review this year are May 6-12. Want to learn more about Six Day Review? Read this article.
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Published On 4/28/2023
This year, the City of Boulder is conducting an enhanced trash collection pilot project in the Univeristy Hill and Goss-Grove neighborhoods. The city in collaboration with Western Disposal will place dumpsters at strategic locations throughout these neighborhoods. These dumpsters will be monitored six days per week for disposal at no extra cost to you. May 1-19, 2023
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Published On 3/22/2023
Kel Darnell, BARHA president, recently wrote an opinion piece for the Boulder Daily Camera.
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Published On 3/6/2023
Effective April 1, 2023, accepted materials in residential and commercial compost collection will be limited to:
• ONLY food scraps
• ONLY yard / plant trimmings
• ONLY 3 gallon certified (CMA Approved) compostable bags used to collect food scraps
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Published On 2/16/2023
BARHA board member, Eric Rutherford, testifying in opposition to HB23-1115 at the state capitol yesterday. Our President Kel Darnell testified remotely as well.
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Published On 2/7/2023
The City of Longmont partners with Efficiency Works Business to offer direct install upgrades and toilet and urinal rebates for multi-family buildings and businesses. Efficiency Works is a collaborative effort between Platte River Power Authority and the utilities of Estes Park, Fort Collins, Longmont and Loveland to help customers save energy and water.

The residential high-efficiency toilet rebate will now be offered through Efficiency Works. Review the new requirements below and select this link to apply for a $50 high-efficiency toilet rebate.
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Published On 2/6/2023
BARHA staff and member representatives were invited to join a community wide conversation regarding quality of life on University Hill in Boulder last week. The discussion groups included landlords, BARHA staff, students, CU Boulder, Boulder Police Department, and CU Police Department among others.
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Published On 2/1/2023
NAA Position: Rent control distorts the housing market by acting as a deterrent and disincentive to develop rental housing, and expedites the deterioration of existing housing stock. While done under the guise of preserving affordable housing, the policy hurts the very community it purports to help by limiting accessibility and affordability.
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Published On 1/31/2023
Fewer landlords are aware of the range of tax breaks available to property owners and managers—opportunities that could help you save big. With many renters and landlords recovering after a financially tumultuous few years, it's more important than ever to help protect your investment.

Below, you’ll find 15 deductions that could help you during tax season. While some of these tax breaks apply to all homeowners, many are unique to rental property. Make sure to check with your tax professional or CPA to determine whether any specific tax deduction applies to you and make the most out of your return.
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Published On 1/30/2023
Colorado's spot as second in the nation to have a majority-women legislature ended just three weeks into the 2023 session, when a Democratic House District 12 vacancy committee Saturday selected Kyle Brown of Louisville to replace Rep. Tracey Bernett, D-Louisville.
Brown won on the first ballot.
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Published On 1/25/2023
In response to the Colorado State House introducing bill HB23-1115, which would allow municipalities to enact rent control to the detriment of their communities, Drew Hamrick, general counsel and senior VP of government affairs, of the Colorado Apartment Association issued the following statement:
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Published On 1/10/2023
The interest rate for 2023 tenant security deposits is set at 2%, effective Saturday, Jan. 1, 2023. This is the mathematical average of the one-year certificate of deposit from the top three financial institutions in Boulder, based on market share data as of Dec. 14, 2022.
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Published On 1/10/2023
The Colorado Real Estate Commission has released their updated forms for 2023. The 2 forms that may impact your operations as a broker/landlord are the addendum to the management agreement, which will need to be used for new owners that managers sign on and the assignment of lease, which will be used when selling a property or hiring a new management company to assign the existing lease to a new property manager/owner. The new forms went into effect on 1/1/23 and can be found here - https://dre.colorado.gov/real-estate-broker-contracts-and-forms
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Published On 1/7/2022
Boulder County, Colo. - Boulder County has partnered with the Boulder Area Rental Housing Association (BARHA) to help ensure residents displaced by the Marshall Fire have access to a list of comprehensive housing resources as they navigate recovery following the disaster. These resources are available at marshallfirehousing.com

“It is an overwhelming experience for those impacted by the fires to find housing in this market. To help reduce the stress of locating a home, we created a single webpage with available housing options and associated resources to facilitate the process of finding a new place to live,” said Jennifer Crowell, Executive Director, BARHA. “I am thankful for all of the BARHA and community members who have contributed. In the past few days, I have talked with many of our members who have already housed one or many of the individuals and families who were displaced. We feel privileged to be able to provide a helpful resource for our community during this devastating
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Jobs

Published On 10/4/2024
Oliv Boulder, a new community in the heart of Boulder, is looking to hire a community manager. For more information or to apply, visit the website. https://corespaces.com/careers
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