Denver is situated on the plains at the junctions of the South Platte River and Cherry Creek in central Colorado. The seat of Denver County, it is known as "The Mile High City". 

According to Travel and Leisure magazine, Denver ranks #3 in the nation for quality of life. Here's what Travel and Leisure had to say about Denver: 

"Denver has come a long way since the boom and bust of last century's gold rushes, through the "old bums and beat cowboys" of Jack Kerouac's On the Road days, beyond the empty warehouses and defunct railroad tracks of the eighties. Now a thriving oasis of altitude and swagger, this town gets our vote for most-improved American city. With droves of newcomers - one out of four residents has arrived since 1990 - its forward-looking airport, and a growing cultural scene (the theater center won 1998's Tony Award for best regional theater), the Mile High City is riding higher than ever." 

The criteria used for Denver's quality of life ranking included: 

Attractiveness
Peacefulness
Layout
Cleanliness
Weather 

To read more, visit Travel and Leisure's cool website. 

Today Denver, population of about 2.4 million, boasts one of the world's largest sheep markets and is also one of the foremost cattle markets west of the Mississippi River! 

Denver is regional headquarters for several U.S. government agencies and a base for many firms in high-tech research and development. Thousands come to Denver every year for education; institutions such as the University of Denver, University of Colorado at Denver, University of Colorado Health Sciences, Regis University and Metropolitan State College of Denver. Cultural institutions include the Denver Art Museum. Attractions are diverse, from the intricate floral designs of Six Flags Elitch Gardens to Invesco Field at Mile High. 

The Greater Metropolitan Area of Denver includes seven counties, each of which have a different Property Tax Mill Levy apportionment. Residential assessments are determined by the sales of similar homes in a community which are sold within a specific 18-month period. Property is re-appraised for tax purposes every odd-numbered year (2001, 2003, 2005, etc.) The Tax Assessment Percentage is determined by the Colorado legislature every year. During 2004, the assessment percentage on residential property is 7.96%. 

For example, the property tax on a $200,000 home in Denver County would be calculated as follows: 

Actual Value x Assessment x Mill Levy = Tax
$200,000 x .0796 x.059855 = $952.89 

For additional information about the City and County of Denver, go to the Denver County website.  

About the Golden, Lakewood and Littleton, Colorado Areas...... 

Golden, Lakewood and much of Littleton are all in Jefferson County, the largest county in the Denver Metro Area. It's a place where the great plains meet the Rocky Mountains...with some of the most magnificent scenery in the country...from rolling grasslands and craggy rock formations, to natural foothills, rugged mountains and tumbling mountain streams. 

Fossil Trace Golf Club Fossil Trace boasts 18 holes and challenges for every golfer, novice to expert. Golf, Golf Digest and Colorado Avid Golfer all have named Fossil Trace one of the best new courses anywhere. Fossil Trace combines a foothills backdrop with a golf course of superior design that incorporates 64-million-old fossils of palm fronds, triceratops footprints, and remnants of early mining operations with limestone walls and sandstone pillars. Look for Fossil Trace on Illinois Street, next to The Splash. It's open from sunrise to sunset. Daily fees range from $28 to $50, depending on residency, day of the week and age of the player. For more information, call (303)277-8750 or click on Fossil Trace.

The Splash Aquatics Park The Splash has something for every swimmer: a 25-meter pool, diving board, children's pool with slides and toys, and wet-sand and fountain-spray play areas. The Splash is located next to Fossil Trace Golf Club. It opens for the season Memorial Day weekend. Daily fees range from $2.50 to $8.50, depending on the swimmer's age and residency. Season and 10-punch passes are available. Lawn chairs and shade awnings are provided. The Splash is open every day from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. It's available to rent for special events. For more information, call (303)277-8700 or visit City of Golden, click on "Residents & Visitors" and then select "Splash Aquatics Park."

Hiking Need a brisk walk or a relaxing stroll through open space? Try the easy-to-moderate trails that start at Tony Grampsas Park. Or would a tougher trek suit your needs? Don't underestimate Golden Cliffs or Nightbird Gulch, where grades reach 25 percent. Golden has a trail for every hiker; some allow bicycles and horses too. For more information and a map, visit City of Golden, go to "Residents & Visitors" and click "Trails".

 

Golden Community Center The Golden Community Center incorporates an indoor leisure pool with water slide, hot tub, indoor lap pool and dry sauna, indoor running track, cardiovascular area, free weight area, circuit training area, large gymnasium, preschool and child care rooms with tot lot, climbing wall, community room, administrative offices, pottery and dry craft rooms, individual meeting rooms, drop-in older adult area. For more information about the City's extensive recreational andpark facilities and programs, call 303-384-8100.

City Parks Searching for a new picnic spot? Different monkey bars to challenge your youngsters? A change of view? Time to visit a new park. Golden has 15 parks, from the historic Parfet Park downtown, to the new Tony Grampsas Memorial Sports Complex.  Planning a birthday party, family reunion or other gathering? Tony Grampsas, Lions and Golden Heights parks offer pavilions for rent. For more information call (303)384-8133. Golden's parks also host summer events, including Buffalo Bill Days and the Fabulous Fishing Derby. For more information visit City of Golden, click on "Residents and Visitors" and then "Parks". Golden is a delightful community with friendly, caring residents who take pride in their homes and in their City!

Golden Radio and Television Stations
AM Radio Stations in Golden KKZN (760 AM; 50 kW; Thornton, CO) KLTT (670 AM; 50 kW; Commerce City, CO) KCUV (1510 AM; 25 kW; Littleton, CO) KOA (850 AM; 50 kW; Denver, CO) KRKS (990 AM; 10 kW; Denver, CO) KMXA (1090 AM; 50 kW; Aurora, CO) KLMO (1060 AM; 30 kW; Longmont, CO) KPOF (910 AM; 5 kW; Denver, CO) KADZ (1550 AM; 10 kW; Arvada, CO) KVCU (1190 AM; 7 kW; Boulder, CO) KCKK (1600 AM; 5 kW; Lakewood, CO) KDDZ (1690 AM; 10 kW; Arvada, CO) KLZ (560 AM; 5 kW; Denver, CO)	FM Radio Stations in Golden: KALC (105.9 FM; Denver, CO) KBPI (106.7 FM; Denver, CO) KFMD (95.7 FM; Denver, CO) KRFX (103.5 FM; Denver, CO) KOSI (101.1 FM; Denver, CO) KUVO (89.3 FM; Denver, CO) K209DE (89.7 FM; Golden, CO) KQKS (107.5 FM; Lakewood, CO) KVOD (90.1 FM; Denver, CO) KIMN (100.3 FM; Denver, CO) KXKL-FM (105.1 FM; Denver, CO) KLDV (91.1 FM; Morrison, CO) KBCO-FM (97.3 FM; Boulder, CO) KQMT (99.5 FM; Denver, CO) KYGO-FM (98.5 FM; Denver, CO) KXPK (96.5 FM; Evergreen, CO) KRKS-FM (94.7 FM; Lafayette, CO) KJCD (104.3 FM; Longmont, CO) KDJM (92.5 FM; Broomfield, CO) KTCL (93.3 FM; Fort Collins, CO)
TV Stations for Golden: KUSA-TV (Channel 9; Denver, CO) KTVD (Channel 20; Denver, CO) KCNC-TV (Channel 4; Denver, CO) KWGN-TV (Channel 2; Denver, CO KDVR (Channel 31; Denver, CO) KDVT-LP (Channel 36; Denver, CO) KMAS-LP (Channel 63; Denver, CO) KPXC-TV (Channel 59; Denver, CO) KCEC (Channel 50; Denver, CO) KMGH-TV (Channel 7; Denver, CO K57BT (Channel 57; Denver, CO) KRMA-TV (Channel 6; Denver, CO) K48FW (Channel 48; Denver, CO) KDEN (Channel 25; Longmont, CO) KDEO-LP (Channel 38; Aurora, CO) KRMT (Channel 41; Denver, CO) K47IH (Channel 47; Boulder, CO) KDEV-LP (Channel 62; Aurora, CO) K44CT (Channel 44; Boulder, CO) K66FB (Channel 66; Denver, CO)

As a homebuyer, you may have found the perfect new house for your growing family, but what if it is a little out of your price range? You might list your current home for more than it is worth and be lucky enough to find a qualified buyer who is willing to pay the price, but it is impossible to know in advance what your home will sell for.

If you want to sell your home quickly, have a frank and detailed conversation with your real estate agent to determine the best price for the house. Setting your price within 5% of the fair market value of your home greatly increases your chances of getting solid offers that will result in a relatively quick sale.

Don't buy and sell so close to your target amount that you become anxious when the numbers don't meet your expectations. There may be other approaches, such as adjustable rate mortgages or owner financing, to increase your buying power and get you into that new home. When you are selling one home and buying another, you will need more than good luck. You will need a highly professional and experienced real estate agent who can give you solid advice on how to make the transaction work for your particular requirements.

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