No-water and low-water ideas for a drought-friendly yard. Drought happens everywhere, not just in the arid climates. So how do you get to have a beautiful, lush, low-maintenance yard that doesn’t need watering when the temps approach triple digits with no rain in site? Take a cue from homeowners in those arid climates. They know how to […]
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Housing Affordability
There have been many headlines decrying an “affordability crisis” in the residential real estate market. While it is true that buying a home is less affordable than it had been over the last ten years, we need to understand why and what that means. On a monthly basis, the National Association of Realtors (NAR), produces […]
This weekend in Colorado Springs
Acacia Park 115 E. Platte Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 Take out the kids to this fun free event on Saturday, June 1, 2019 from 10:00 am-2:00 pm. Go in your best costume and join the parade around Uncle Wilber’s Fountain to celebrate Colorado KIDS Fun Fest. The day includes more than 40 booths, free […]
How to price your home correctly
In today’s housing market, home prices are increasing at a slower pace (3.7%) than they have over the last eight years (6-7%). However, they are still are above historical norms. Low supply of listed homes and high demand from buyers has pushed prices to rise rapidly. In the mind of the homeowner, annual home price […]
How to water your plants when your gone
These DIY plant watering systems are a traveler’s best friend. Sure, you can hope your neighbor or friend remembers to care for your houseplants during your next vacay. Or, you could forgo the favor and opt for one of our five self-watering ideas. Tip: Before you pack your bags, do a test run. Otherwise, you risk vacation […]
A small beach in Colorado??
How to prevent weeds
When it comes to weeds in your garden, an hour of prevention is better than a season of yanking. Unlike seeds and plants you buy from catalogs and nurseries, indigenous common weeds are naturally suited to the sun, soil, and water conditions of your garden. That’s why it’s so hard to get rid of weeds […]
This weekend in Colorado Springs
La Foret Conference & Retreat Center 6145 Shoup Road, Black Forest, CO 80908 Rocky Mountain Highway is proud to present the 11th Annual MeadowGrass Music Festival! It will be 3 days of music, food, yoga, relaxation, dancing, family fun & a beer festival. On site camping is available and there will be many kids activities. […]
Liveable sheds?
5 questions (and answers) every homeowner should consider before building. So long, storage shed. Homeowners across the country are converting these sheds into tricked-out spaces to play, entertain, and work in — complete with drywall, paint, furnishings, and even utilities. Kind of hard not to want one once you see one. Admit it, you’re trying […]
The best place to go camping here!
There is no shortage of amazing places to camp in Colorado, but one campground that can be deemed the happiest of them all. Do you have a favorite? Everyone looks for something different in a “perfect” campground, but this extraordinary site is one that everyone should visit at least once. Need even more places to […]