Archives: August 2019
Make the most money on your renovations
Not all home improvements are created equal. These will reward you the most when it comes time to sell. Your home is in the perfect location, came at the perfect price, with the perfect lot. (Yay southern exposure!) But the home itself? Perfect isn’t the adjective you’d use. But you knew that moving in, and […]
Why All the Chicken Littles Should Calm Down
The U.S. Census Bureau recently released their 2019 Q2 Homeownership Report. Some began to see the sky falling, believing the report showed Americans may be stepping back from their belief in homeownership. The national homeownership rate (Americans who owned vs. rented their primary residence) increased significantly during the housing boom, reaching its peak of 69.2% […]
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Go cycling this weekend!
Pikes Peak-America’s Mountain 5089 Pikes Peak Highway Cascade, CO 80809 This year makes for the 10th year of The Broadmoor Pikes Peak Cycling Hill Climb. It is a non-competitive fun ride that gives all cyclists a unique experience on Pikes Peak. Event will take place Saturday, August 10, 2019 from 4:45 am-9:45 am. To register […]
Determining Property Type
The Internal Revenue Service considers four different types of real estate. Specific types of properties have benefits based on their classification. The determination does not depend on the property itself as much as it depends on how the property is used and what the owner’s intentions are. Principal Residence … a principal residence is the […]
How to pick paint colors
Paint colors can do a ton to fix a room’s flaws for not much money Every home suffers a few negatives, but not every solution requires pricey structural changes. Paint is a frugal remodeler’s go-to solution to perk up a problem room. Here’s how to pick paint colors to give any room a facelift: Choosing […]
All about down payments
Whether you’ve owned a home before, or you’re ready to jump into homeownership for the first time, there are always a lot of questions swirling around about what is truly required for a down payment, and how to best source down payment assistance. Let’s tackle these two today. 1. How much do you really need […]
6 Reasons to Own a Home
Looking to stay in a secluded hut?
You have camped in Rocky Mountain National Park more times than you can count, splurged on glamping at Dunton Hot Springs, and have maybe even stayed the night in the Stanley Hotel’s haunted room 217… what is next? While there are plenty of amazing accommodations and campgrounds hiding throughout the Centennial State, we recommend your […]