Many homeowners have feared that the introduction of marijuana dispensaries and stores would place neighborhoods at risk by contributing to higher crime rates and nuisance factors. This is a valid concern – I notice everything in my neighborhood that could affect my home value, even if it’s as minute as a neighbor getting a new […]
Although Americans are constantly increasing their electricity usage, homes, appliances, and electronics have become more energy-efficient, leading to a decrease in kilowatt-hours for three years in a row. As a result, the average amount of electricity consumed has fallen to levels not seen since more than a decade ago. Following the financial crisis, billions of […]
The Vail real estate market hasn’t recovered as quickly as the Denver metro area. Land Title recently released its 2013 numbers for Eagle county’s real estate market: the 2013 numbers are similar to 2012 — a few more transactions made, a bit less sales volume. That’s a welcome change from the swings seen in the […]
1) Chickens Lay Eggs. Not just any eggs, but the most flavorful eggs you will ever eat. The recent health benefits from the U.S Department of Agriculture (USDA) nutrient date suggests that eggs from hens on a pasture may contain: 1⁄3 less cholesterol, 1⁄4 less saturated fat, 2⁄3 more Vitamin A, 2 times more Omega-3 fatty […]
The Aurora light rail along I-225 is expected to be completed in 2016. City officials hope this 10 mile stretch will become Aurora’s main street, hosting shops, restaurants, residential, and office buildings near the light rail stops. Many of the plans are expecting vertical development including high-end condos and office buildings. Aurora Mayor, Steve Hogan, […]
I was wondering when Welton Street was going to see some action – the heart of the historic Five Points neighborhood is right next to downtown and is surrounded by historic Victorian homes! But as of last year, the commercial spaces were largely vacant. Attempting to lure new commercial and mixed-use residential development to the […]
I attended Mayor Michael Hancock’s 2014 Denver Economic Development Update, with speakers Paul Washington, the Director of Denver’s Office of Economic Development and Kelly Leid, the project manager of the North Denver Cornerstone Collaborative, so that you don’t have to! 2014 is looking pretty strong, but let’s review what Denver has already accomplished… -Unemployment […]
After some controversy, the Sloans development is coming to realization. The former St. Anthony Central Hospital located at West 16th Ave and Raleigh in the West Colfax neighborhood has been scraped and will be redeveloped as Denver’s newest urban infill. Infrastructure will be built this spring with construction expected to begin by summer. EnviroFinance Group has […]
What the heck is title insurance? Why should you buy it? Well… unless you are paying for your home entirely in cash, lenders will not let you purchase a home without title insurance. Title insurance ensures that the sellers truly own the property and that there aren’t any problems with the title. Common Problems with […]
1) Home sellers want to put the home on the market before it’s ready. Sellers become impatient, OR procrastinate and push themselves too close to the moving deadline without getting the pre-sale work done. So they list their home with the horrible carpet or they are painting it while it goes on the market. Presentation […]
