If it’s not broken, why would a homeowner consider replacing something as expensive as a toilet when there may be other things in the home to replace that provide more aesthetic appeal. Don’t be too quick to ignore the functionality and the reliability of this basic convenience. The first rationalization might take place at the […]
If it’s not broken, why would a homeowner consider replacing something as expensive as a toilet when there may be other things in the home to replace that provide more aesthetic appeal. Don’t be too quick to ignore the functionality and the reliability of this basic convenience. The first rationalization might take place at the […]
Along with all the planning of what you’re going to do and where you’re going to stay, consider this checklist to make you feel more comfortable while you’re away from home. Ask a trusted friend to pick up your mail, newspaper and keep yard picked up to avoid an appearance of not being at home. […]
What to look for when buying a house — and what not to do. The only thing more exciting than shopping for your first house is the day you move into it. And in your eagerness to get to that day, there are a bunch of opportunities to botch the shopping. Here are some #facepalm […]
Some experts are calling for a slowdown in the economy later this year and most economists have predicted that the next recession could only be eighteen months away. The question is, what impact will a recession have on the housing market? Here are the opinions of several experts on the subject: Ivy Zelman in her […]
America the Beautiful Park 126 Cimino Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 Have an adults afternoon this Saturday, July 21, 2018 from 1:00 pm-4:00 pm for The Springs Beer Fest! Event is for 21 years and older only. Enjoy music, vendors, food and great craft beer. It features unlimited samples of beer from over 50 craft […]
Tips for shopping around for a mortgage — even if you think you don’t qualify. Think you’re not ready to unlock home ownership yet? That the financial hurdles are too high? You may be short-changing yourself. Many of the things renters believe about home-buying are myths. Here’s the real deal. Myth: I Have to Put […]
We often talk about why it makes financial sense to buy a home, but more often than not, the emotional reasons are the more powerful or compelling ones. No matter what shape or size your living space is, the concept and feeling of home can mean different things to different people. Whether it’s a certain […]
Remember those giant, gooey cinnamon rolls that grandma used to make when you visited? While nothing compared (or still compares) to that homemade goodness, there are other nearly-just-as-good recipes out there to try, like these scrumdiddlyumptious cinnamon rolls that can be found at this truck stop and cafe: Move over, Cinnabon: the best cinnamon rolls […]
When comparing the cost of owning a home to renting, there is more than the difference in house payment against the rent currently being paid. It very well could be lower than the rent but when you consider the other benefits, owning could be much lower than renting. Each mortgage payment has an amount that […]
