The Troia Team is supporting the newest initiative instigated by Oprah Winfreyherself.  NO TEXTING WHILE DRIVING! While it’s a nationwide promise, we are honoring it here in Boulder Colorado as real estate agents and concerned members of our city.  It all began in a local community near our county, Fort Collins Colorado when earlier this year, Shelley and Daren Forney, lost their 9-year-old daughter. Erica, who was on her bicycle, just 15 pedals from her front door when she was hit and killed by a driver who was distracted by the cell phone. Erica’s death was senseless and stupid because it was caused by a phone call that just couldn’t wait.  Just recently I was driving next to someone who had both hands on their phone and their elbows were on the steering wheel…….”steering”!!?!?!? I was scared to be on the road next to him.  Read more about this important cause and help to prevent unnecessary deaths and accidents.

Sadly, there are far too many stories like Erica’s.  At least 6,000 people were killed by distracted drivers in 2008, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.  And if you think that’s a large number, well, it’s only growing.  But hopefully, this will change and work is already being done to do so. President Obama signed an executive order banning texting while driving on federal business. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood is pushing for tougher laws and more enforcement. States are passing laws, too. Local groups are gaining strength, spurred by too many deaths close to home.  Join the Troia Team in taking the no phone zone pledge.  Remember what life was like before texting existed?  Can we recollect the era of just driving with both hands on the wheel, observant and quick to respond?  I recently saw a study that was performed on drunk drivers and drivers who were texting.  The drunk drivers were quicker to react than the cell phone users when stopping and response time.  That is why we should just drive.  Everything else can wait.  That’s the Troia Team pledge.  So, what about you?  Are you going to take the oath not to text also?  Subscribe to our site and comment on how you feel about it.

Best Deal In The Neighborhood. Price lowered to sell.

Our listing, 11793 Pleasant View Ridge in Longmont is located within the Elms Meadow Vale Subdivision and the PRICE has been LOWERED 50k!  Within walking distance to Union Reservoir and Sandstone Park, this 5 bedroom, 5 bath home really stands out with its modern and contemporary upgrades.  Conveniently located near I-25, Ft. Collins, Boulder, and Denver, the home has views from every direction and the subdivision is well-maintained with a community park.  You’ll love this home, click here to view the details.

This is a stunning home, immaculate and move-in ready with PREMIUM updates throughout.  It was custom-built in 2006 with a gourmet kitchen including slab granite countertops, butlers pantry, double oven,  and all stainless steel appliances.  The open and spacious floor plan makes it great for entertaining and family gatherings.  Beautiful hard wood floors, modern lighting, and the high-quality custom tile backsplash make this a dazzling kitchen you’ll love to cook and entertain in.  Here you’ll find access to the new patio with custom built outdoor gas grill station.  Spend many evenings from this backyard enjoying views of the plains.  You’ll often see many horseback riders right outside your back door.  This home is located on one of the best lots in the neighborhood because of its privacy.  As you can see, there are no neighbors located directly behind the home and on one side, is a well-maintained grass lot, giving seclusion to the neighbors on the south.  As we go back inside, just off of the kitchen, you’ll find the huge great room with high ceilings and fireplace.  The custom-tile the owners added around the fireplace is amazing and unique.  The high windows let in plenty of light making this an inviting room for the family to hang out after a busy day.  Just off the great room is a main level study with venetian plaster wall finish and double french doors.   Off the kitchen you’ll enjoy the separate and eloquent dining room including a raised ceiling with more venetian plaster.  It’s beautiful and admired by all guests. 

As you enter the front door, you’ll be delighted by the foyer and open staircase. 

 As you reach the top of the stairs, overlook the great room and check out the amazing views. 

Upstairs is a master suite unlike you’ve ever witnessed before.  Unique wall paint add to the contemporary feel and enjoy the ooh’s and aah’s you’ll receive from all who see it.  The master suite includes a 5 piece master bath and sitting area. 

 Again, check out those views!!!!

There are three more bedrooms upstairs with a jack and jill bathroom. Perfect for a family with children or a family who has a lot of company.  The home has over 5700 square feet which includes a new finished basement.  Many of the homes in this neighborhood do not have the basement, making this home one of a kind.  A pre-wired mother in law suite or a nanny suite is located in the new basement with a spacious 5 piece bathroom.  The tile floor is luxurious and classy.  Your mother in law, nanny or guests will be totally impressed.  The basement also includes another office or workout room.  It is also great for entertaining or family night with a gathering area and theatre/media room.  Are you a musician?  This room makes a perfect studio.  And the entrance way to this room includes a dazzling tile floor, which does not go unnoticed by any guest to the home.

  From $549,000 to                 $499,000

 Don’t miss the opportunity to see this home and call me for a showing!

One of our newest listings, 11793 Pleasant View Ridge in Longmont is located within the Elms Meadow Vale Subdivision.  Within walking distance to Union Reservoir and Sandstone Park, this 5 bedroom, 5 bath home really stands out with its modern and contemporary upgrades.  Conveniently located near I-25, Ft. Collins, Boulder, and Denver, the home has views from every direction and the subdivision is well-maintained with a community park.  You’ll love this home, click here to view the details.

This is a stunning home, immaculate and move-in ready with updates throughout.  It was custom-built in 2006 with a gourmet kitchen including slab granite countertops, butlers pantry, double oven, and all stainless steel appliances.  The open and spacious floor plan makes it great for entertaining and family gatherings.  Beautiful hard wood floors, modern lighting, and the high-quality custom tile backsplash make this a dazzling kitchen you’ll love to cook and entertain in.  Here you’ll find access to the new patio with custom built outdoor gas grill station.  Spend many evenings from this backyard enjoying views of the plains.  You’ll often see many horseback riders right outside your back door.  This home is located on one of the best lots in the neighborhood because of its privacy.  As you can see, there are no neighbors located directly behind the home and on one side, is a well-maintained grass lot, giving seclusion to the neighbors on the south.  As we go back inside, just off of the kitchen, you’ll find the huge great room with high ceilings and fireplace.  The custom-tile the owners added around the fireplace is amazing and unique.  The high windows let in plenty of light making this an inviting room for the family to hang out after a busy day.  Just off the great room is a main level study with venetian plaster wall finish and double french doors.   Off the kitchen you’ll enjoy the separate and eloquent dining room including a raised ceiling with more venetian plaster.  It’s beautiful and admired by all guests.  As you enter the front door, you’ll be delighted by the foyer and open staircase. 

As you reach the top of the stairs, overlook the great room and check out the amazing views. 

Upstairs is a master suite unlike you’ve ever witnessed before.  Unique wall paint add to the contemporary feel and enjoy the ooh’s and aah’s you’ll receive from all who see it.  The master suite includes a 5 piece master bath and sitting area. 

 Again, check out those views!!!!

There are three more bedrooms upstairs with a jack and jill bathroom. Perfect for a family with children or a family who has a lot of company.  The home has over 5700 square feet which includes a new finished basement.  Many of the homes in this neighborhood do not have the basement, making this home one of a kind.  A pre-wired mother in law suite or a nanny suite is located in the new basement with a spacious 5 piece bathroom.  The tile floor is luxurious and classy.  Your mother in law, nanny or guests will be totally impressed.  The basement also includes another office or workout room.  It is also great for entertaining or family night with a gathering area and theatre/media room.  Are you a musician?  This room makes a perfect studio.  And the entrance way to this room includes a dazzling tile floor, which does not go unnoticed by any guest to the home.

Custom Tile in Bathroom

  Don’t miss the opportunity to see this home and call me for a showing!