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Vail Resorts, the U. S. Forest Service and Breckenridge Town Council are still coming to terms on proposed Peak 6 Expansion of the Breckenridge Ski Resort.

A Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) was released by the Forest Service for public review in June, and the review period was recently extended through August 26, 2011. The general public can review and comment on the DEIS online at www.BreckenridgePeak6.com.

Breckenridge Ski Resort recently suggested it would support Alternative 2 in the DEIS (minus the proposed on-mountain restaurant), which includes 550 new acres of lift-served and hike-to terrain on Peak 6 within the ski area boundaries, the installation of a six-person detachable lift based on Peak 7 with a mid-point station on Peak 6 and…

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Breckenridge Hits The Big Time Hosting The Stage 5 Finish Of The US Pro Cycling Challenge on Main Street!

This event is going to be A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!
The USA Pro Cycling Challenge, running from August 22-28, 2011, is a grueling, 600 mile, 7-day race through the most majestic and treacherous terrain Colorado and the Rocky Mountains have to offer. 16 international teams. 128 of the gutsiest riders. One great race.

The Tour De France top three finishers are confirmed to race in this epic cycling event! Cadel Evans, Andy Schleck and Frank Schleck will headline the race along with Top American Rider (Colorado's Own) Tom Danielson and Italian Ivan Basso.

Don't miss the chance to watch this inaugural race that is rumored to be the biggest spectator event in Colorado…

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It’s very much “on trend” to pay off your home loan early, according to a recent article by Money MSN article contributed by Sally Herigstad for Bankrate.com which we’ve summarized below. There are many ways to pay down your mortgage and you could come out on top in the end. You’ll find some ways of paying off the mortgage are safer and faster than others. Consider an option might work for you and save some money along the way.

Pay More
Paying even just a little more on your principal each month can shorten the length of your loan. Plug your own loan and interest rates into this mortgage calculator and see how this strategy can benefit you.

The lower the principal gets, the more each payment from then on is applied to the principal as less goes to cover…

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Breckenridge's July Real Estate Hot List focuses on some spectacular real estate deals in Breckenridge - a few with amazing river frontage and several with prices below $30,000 (yes, you read that right - a few featured listings are priced below $30,000)! Watch the video for our Top 5 picks and view the property detail by clicking the links below. Contact your Breckenridge Associates Broker to learn more about the real estate deals featured here.



1.) 53 Riverwood Drive, Breckenridge
5 bedrooms, 5 1/2 bathrooms. Nestled directly on the banks of the Blue River and within Breckenridge town limits, the setting is very rare and very special. Enjoy the ambient sounds or the river and some of the finest trout fishing around. Walking distance from Main Street,…

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If you own or intend to purchase a vacation home and are considering placing it into the local rental pool, you may be eligible for tax deductions on your rental property. Varying deductions apply depending on how much you use the property and whether or not you rent it out.

Read further for tax deduction specifics with highlights from the National Association of REALTOR's article written by Donna Fuscaldo.

Is Your Vacation Home A Vacation Home?
If you purchased your vacation home exclusively for personal enjoyment, you can generally deduct your mortgage interest and real estate taxes, as you would on a primary residence. Use Schedule A to take the deductions.

The IRS allows you to rent out your vacation home for up to 14 days each year without paying taxes…

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Breckenridge Associates Real Estate's prominent "For Sale" signs are displayed on many properties throughout Breckenridge, Summit and Park County. Now you can quickly find out more about the home for sale by clicking on the QR code displayed on many of our real estate signs. Some new smart phones come with QR code reader software already installed or search for a QR code reader application and click away.

Learn More About QR Codes:
A QR code (short for Quick Response Code) is a specific matrix barcode (or 2-dimensional code) readable by dedicated QR barcode readers and camera telephones. The code consists of black modules arranged in a square pattern on a white background. The information encoded may be text, URL, or other data. Each 2-dimensional code can…

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Now is the perfect time to spend the day at the Peak 8 Fun Park at the Breckenridge Ski Resort. Ride the gondola to and from Peak 8 and while at the top enjoy fun at the Gold Runner Alpine Coaster, Alpine Slide, Bounce House, Trampoline Bungee, Mini Golf Course, Climbing Wall, Gemstone Panning and more. Your best bet is to buy an activity pass for the day so you can easily check out all the fun. Pack a lunch or eat at the base area. The whole family will enjoy a fun day at Peak 8 Fun Park.

Following are hours and more details to purchase your Peak 8 Fun Park at Breckenridge Ski Resort Activity Pass online.

Location:
Peak 8

All Day Activity Pass Pricing:
Value Season: 6/17-6/30 and 8/15-9/18
Adult: $65
Child (ages 3-7): $32

Regular Season: 7/1-8/14
Adult: $70
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Breckenridge Associates Real Estate was recently awarded the 2010 Best of Business Award by the SBCA. The SBCA Press Release follows.

Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Breckenridge Associates R.E. Receives 2010 Best of Business Award

SBCA Community's Award Honors the Achievement

PHOENIX, March 21, 2011, Breckenridge Associates R.E. has been selected for the 2010 Best of Business Award in the ASSOCIATIONS category by the SBCA Community.

Being a small business owner sets you apart from most ordinary people and the SBCA Community is dedicated to helping people understand that running their own business is an obtainable goal and that everyone should try their best at living their dreams.

The SBCA Community is pleased to announce that Breckenridge Associates R.E.…

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The Summer Source Magazine is hot off the presses and ready to view. Check out hundreds of local Breckenridge, Summit and Park County, Colorado listings in the largest real estate listing guide around. Learn more about our "World Class Service", meet our "Home Town Team" and let us go to work for you in helping find your next perfect mountain property.

The 2011 Summer Source Magazine

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