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How to Build Your Credit Score
To say that buying a house is a big financial commitment would be an incredible understatement. Deciding to buy a house or a second home in the mountains is the easy part. Actually reaching a point where a lender will help you finance this decision, now that's hard...
Top Five Haunted Houses in Denver
The best haunted houses in Denver have an incredible history. The city of Denver has boasting rights that extend far beyond her mile high status and breathtaking beauty. The Mile High City is also home to some of the most notorious haunted houses in the Rocky Mountain...
What Impacts Your Credit Score?
So, sure, you know that everyone has a credit score. But what is yours? And what impacts your credit score? Your score can range from 350 to 850 and is entirely dependent on your past financial decisions. If you are considering buying a home, your credit score is...
Why is Selling Your Home So Stressful?
Planning a move – even just across town – can be daunting. There is a lot to think about, and a lot to do. Add to that the sale of your home, and selling your home and moving may feel overwhelming at times, especially if you are moving for your job. But why is selling...
Are Mansions Just Really Big Houses?
The idea of a mansion invokes a vision of lush gardens, intricate architecture, luxurious furnishings, and a hefty price tag. But is that really the case or are Mansions just really big houses? The dictionary defines mansion as just “a large imposing residence.” It's...
What Does A Real Estate Agent Do?
Have you ever wondered what does a real estate agent do? Well the answer is a lot but not as much as they once did. There is an entire generation that remembers how real estate used to be. Only 20 years ago, real estate agents would meet home buyers carrying a book as...
How Much Are Real Estate Commissions & Average Real Estate Agent Fees?
We get asked frequently, "How much are real estate commissions?" or, "What is the commission you pay to a real estate agent to help you buy or sell a home?" Most people think the answer is around 6%, split between the buyer’s and seller’s agent which is usually...
A Seller’s Property Disclosure Statement can intimidating for some home sellers, but it shouldn't be. Take a deep breath and realize how easy it is to just state the facts and nothing but the facts on this and other sellers disclosure forms. You’ll see that...
How to Buy and Sell Houses
If you are getting ready to buy or sell a home, you'll want to do your homework. Not all homes are the same, new construction, foreclosure, short sale, or traditional sales, they're all different. A SWOT analysis (which stands for Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities,...
What Are the Best Paint Colors to Sell a Home?
Homeowners looking to sell their home are always on the lookout for shortcuts that can net them higher offers and sell their home fast. From staging tricks and pleasant aromas to favorable paint colors and more, there is an endless amount of information out there to...
Owning Chickens in Denver as a Homeowner
You’ve watched Denver DIY-culture blossom throughout the city, from handmade markets to fermentation festivals. Whether you own a home or are close to buying one, you don’t want to simply buy free range organic eggs at your local farmer’s market—you’re ready to...
Are Double Pane Windows Worth the Money?
When people are building a new house, or in the process of remodeling their own, or updating an older home, oftentimes they are faced with making very technical and difficult decisions. Decisions regarding plumbing, wiring, woodwork, tiles, and a whole set of factors...
What is an Inspection Objection?
So you just had your inspection. Be prepared, because there will undoubtedly be a few things that show up on your Inspection Objection (sometimes referred to as the Inspection Notice) that your buyers want you to fix. This is normal, so take a deep breath...
How to Increase the Number of Showings on Your Home
You've got a real estate sign in your yard, your house has never been this clean, and you've never wanted unexpected company so badly in your life. So what gives? Why aren't you seeing more showings on your home? Look, even in a seller's market, listing your home...
What to Plant in Colorado in August
If your summer crops are harvested and all that open space in your home garden has you wondering what to plant in Colorado in August, we have the answer! Your yard will yield some amazing vegetables and the beauty of your garden will give your home a summery look.Make...
What is the Best Kind of Fence for Your Home?
You might not be able to judge a book by its cover, but people still judge a house by its fence. If your fence is looking a little worse for wear and you’re thinking of replacing it, you may be overwhelmed by options. Your mind has probably floated to the age-old...
What is Included in a Home Appraisal?
By now, you hopefully know that a home appraisal is an important part of the home buying and selling process and what happens on a home appraisal. But what is included in the home appraisal? The final report will generally cover the following items: Size and condition...
How is a Home Appraisal Done?
Now that you know what a home appraisal is, you're probably wondering how is a home appraisal done? An appraiser is required to take several steps to determine a property’s value. He or she will visit the property in-person and review recent sales of comparable homes....
What is Building or Dwelling Coverage and Do I Need it?
As a homeowner, it is important to understand and obtain homeowners insurance. It's not hard to get a homeowners insurance policy. Most people get one when you close escrow on a new home. The first item you will probably see in your policy is a line item called...
Six Easy Ways to Bring Industrial Style Into Your Home
Industrial style has risen to popularity in recent years for a reason. Often used in lofts, it morphs industrial spaces into something both sleek and warm. The style focuses on achieving a (composed) raw, industrial feel. The design can feel overwhelming, if you don’t...
Denver Highlands Snapshot – June 2018
We are constantly looking at data in regular (and unique) ways to spot trends and keep a tight read on the market. It's just a matter of course for being in this business. Normally, this data is only internal, guiding us on where to concentrate efforts and in general...
Denver Rolloff Dumpsters: Parking Annoyance or Real Estate Beacon?
We've all swerved around them on side streets, these railroad cars with the tops cut off and construction debris poking out. Locals register their disdain by sneaking rubbish into them on Sunday evenings and flinging in bags of dog poop on morning walks. Rolloff...
The Proliferation of Real Estate Agencies in Denver
We had an idea about rolloff dumpsters being a leading indicator of home sales. We discuss the early findings of that study in this post: Denver Rolloff Dumpsters: Parking Annoyance or Real Estate Beacon? However, in the collection of that data, even though we were...
Highland Snapshot Data
Note on Highlands Snapshot Data Intent Our intent with the data behind this piece was to see if we could find meaningful correlation between rolloff dumpsters and real estate events. We knew going in that we were essentially going to "gather and wait" as few homes...
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