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COLORADO REAL ESTATE ARTICLES
Home Energy Rebate Program
Want to save money and help the environment at the same time? If so, check out Energy Smart Colorado which offers owners of single-family homes, two-flats and individually-metered condos, apartments and town homes rebates (read: FREE MONEY!) on a wide range of energy-saving improvements such as:...
Track Your Repairs and Expenses
As a homeowner, it’s important to not only stay on top of monthly and yearly maintenance, but to also track repairs, warranty information, and keep copies of receipts. In the old days, many homeowner’s keep a homeowner binder filled with this information. While this might sound old fashioned,...
FIRE SAFETY IN THE HOME: HOW TO BE PREPARED
A friend of mine shared her story with me that when she was about 5, her neighbor's house exploded in a fireball due to fireworks they had stored in their garage. She told me she could vividly remember flames were shooting out of every window of their house as she ran to the phone in her kitchen...
Have an Energy Audit Performed
With the extreme cold we’ve been facing in Colorado over the last few winters and the high heating bills, it might make sense to have an energy audit performed, if your home is more than a few years old. During an energy audit, a certified auditor will test the furnace and hot water heater,...
Apply for an Energy Tax Credit
Thinking of making some improvements to your home? If they help improve the energy efficiency of your home you might qualify for an energy tax credit (read more by clicking here). Examples of projects covered under this credit include: Insulation that reduces heat loss or gain. Exterior...
NATIONAL REAL ESTATE ARTICLES
Home Staging FAQ: What You Need To Know
You may have heard that staging your home properly can make a big difference when you sell your house, but what exactly is home staging, and is it really worth your time and effort?Here are a few quick FAQs that can help you decide how much you should prioritize staging as you prep for your...
New Year, New Home: How To Make It Happen in 2025
This is the time when a lot of people take a moment to reflect and set their goals for this year. And as you picture what you want your 2025 to look like, one thing that may pop into your mind is the vision of you in a new home. But how do you get there? And where do you start?Here’s some advice...
Simple Steps To Help You Save for Your First Home
Turning a dream into reality starts with one thing: a plan. And if buying your first home is on your list of goals, now’s the perfect time to put a plan in motion to help you save.And the best part? Reaching your savings goal doesn’t mean making huge sacrifices overnight – small, consistent steps...
How Eco-Friendly Features Can Boost Your Home’s Value
Selling your house? Or just looking to increase the value and appeal of your home for when you do? Here’s something you should know – homebuyers are increasingly looking for homes with environmentally friendly features.What Energy Efficient Features Do Buyers Want?According to recent data from the...
Why More Sellers Are Hiring a Real Estate Agent
Some HighlightsMore homeowners are realizing they need an agent’s help in this complex market – and that’s why a record-low number of people are selling without a pro by their side.Without an agent’s help, tackling pricing, staging and repairs, paperwork, negotiation, and more can be a real...
What’s Motivating More Buyers To Choose a Newly Built Home?
Planning to buy a home soon? Why not go for something brand-new? Because data shows a lot more buyers are seeing the appeal of new home construction these days – and you may find out it’s what you want too.The National Association of Realtors (NAR), explains that newly built homes accounted for...
The Personal Joys of Having a Home To Call Your Own
There’s no doubt that owning a home comes with significant financial benefits. And this time of year is a great time to reflect on the other reasons why owning a home is so meaningful.A house is more than four walls and a roof – it’s a place where memories are made, connections are built, and life...
The #1 Reason People Move: To Be Closer to Family and Friends
Have you ever thought about packing up and moving to be closer to the people who mean the most to you? Maybe you’re tired of long drives to see your family or wish your kids could spend more time with their grandparents. Clearly, a lot of other people feel the same way.According to recent data...
How Home Equity May Help You Buy Your Next Home in Cash
Building equity in your house is one of the biggest financial advantages of homeownership. And right now, homeowners across the country are sitting on record amounts of it.Here’s a look at how that equity could be a game changer for you, and why it’ll flip your perspective from “Why would I move...
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