Everyone knows that housing affordability has been negatively impacted by rising prices and increasing mortgage rates, but there is another piece to the affordability equation – wages. How much a family earns obviously impacts how easy or difficult it is for them to afford to own a home. Because of an improving economy, wages are […]
Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts 190 S. Cascade Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 As a rock cultural phenomenon, Laser Spectacular has become a cult classic in multimedia entertainment and a must experience for a fan of the music! The laser show is a great way to connect or reconnect with music that already […]
Why does the oven go kaput on a holiday? No worries. Here’s how to go on the offense now. Imagine you’re preparing to host your annual holiday party, and you’re past the point of no return. The veggies and meats have been bought. Guests are already braving busy airports and crowded highways to get to […]
Over the past few years, two trends have emerged in the housing market: Home renovations have shot up Inventory of homes available for sale on the market has dropped A ‘normal’ housing market is defined by having a 6-month supply of homes for sale. According to the latest Existing Home Sales Report from the National […]
Once upon a time, Colorado was home to a number of profitable and fast-growing mining communities, which, as you probably guessed, became nearly deserted following the closure of area mines. While more than 1,500 of these communities are now deemed ghost towns, there is one that stands out as having never really died… and just […]
Fall is the most crucial time for your lawn. Although spring lawn care gets all the attention, fall lawn care is the make-it or break-it season for grass. “I’m already thinking about next year,” says John Dillon, who takes care of New York City’s Central Park, which features 200 acres of lawn in the middle […]
Recently, multiple headlines have been written asserting that homeownership is less affordable today than at any other time in the last decade. Though the headlines are accurate, they lack context and lead too many Americans to believe that they can’t partake in a major part of the American Dream – owning a home. In 2008, […]
Gather Food Studio 2015 W. Colorado Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80904 This Friday, November 9, 2018 from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm enjoy a Ladies’ Night Out with Cortney. The theme is Thanksgiving appetizers! Learn how to make unique finger foods and crowd pleasing foods that you can take to your potlucks, family dinners or gatherings. This […]
Such as look for roof leaks before the first winter snow. Preventative maintenance is key. When the last of summer’s heat is a faint memory, and you’re pulling out your hoodies more than your shorts, it’s time to tackle a few simple chores that’ll make winter more pleasant and prevent some nasty surprises next spring. […]
The lack of existing inventory for sale has forced many homebuyers to begin looking at new construction. When you buy a newly constructed home instead of an existing home, there are many extra steps that must take place. To ensure a hassle-free process, here are 5 tips to keep in mind if you are considering […]
