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Harsh Winter at Home? Keep an Eye Out for These Pests

March 7, 2023 By Claire Garlick Leave a Comment

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If you live somewhere with harsh winters, then you know all too well how quickly the temperatures can drop and the snow can pile up. But while you’re busy stocking up on winter clothes and shovels, don’t forget to prepare for some of the pests that are common during this time of year, as well. Below is a list of winter pests to look out for and how to prevent them from making their way into your home.

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Filed Under: Home Maintenance Tagged With: Home Maintenance

What to Know Before Building a Guesthouse

March 7, 2023 By Claire Garlick Leave a Comment

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What Is an ADU? 6 Things to Know Before Building a Backyard Living Space

Before adding an ADU, a.k.a. accessory dwelling unit, to your property, consider these legal, design and financial implications.

Accessory dwelling units or ADUs — those separate living units tucked inside a single family home or sharing land with one — are having a rock star moment.

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Filed Under: Finance, Home Design, New Construction, Real Estate Tips Tagged With: Finance, Home Design, New Construction, Real Estate Tips

A Smaller Home Could be Your Best Option

March 7, 2023 By Claire Garlick Leave a Comment

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Many people are reaching the point in their lives when they need to decide where they want to live when they retire. If you’re a homeowner approaching this stage, you have several options to explore.

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Filed Under: Baby Boomers, Finance, Real Estate Tips, Senior Market Tagged With: Baby Boomers, Colorado Real Estate, Downsizing, Real Estate Tips, Retirement, Senior Market

Senior Property Tax Exemptions 101: How You Can Save Big

March 7, 2023 By Claire Garlick Leave a Comment

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Every dollar counts, especially when you’re living on a fixed income. That’s why senior discounts rank among the best perks of aging—aside from wisdom, of course!

Discounts on dining, movie tickets, travel, groceries, and property taxes are yours just for reaching a certain age.

Wait, property taxes?

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Filed Under: Education, Finance, Real Estate Tips, Senior Market, Uncategorized Tagged With: Colorado Real Estate, Real Estate Tips, Senior Market

You May Not Need as Much as You Think for Your Down Payment [INFOGRAPHIC]

March 3, 2023 By Claire Garlick Leave a Comment

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Some Highlights

  • Many people believe you need to put down 20% of the purchase price when you buy a home. But recent homebuyers actually put down far less on their purchase.
  • And with programs like FHA loans, VA loans, and USDA loans, some qualified buyers are able to put down as little as 0-3.5%.
  • Connect with a real estate professional and find out if you’re ready to buy a home sooner rather than later.

Filed Under: Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Infographic, Real Estate Tips Tagged With: Colorado Real Estate, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Real Estate Tips

Is It Time To Sell Your Second Home?

January 31, 2023 By Claire Garlick Leave a Comment

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During the pandemic, second homes became popular because of the rise in work-from-home flexibility. That’s because owning a second home, especially in the luxury market, allowed those homeowners to spend more time in their favorite places or with different home features. Keep in mind, a luxury home isn’t only defined by price. In a recent article, Investopedia shares additional factors that push a home into this category: location, such as a home on the water or in a desirable city, and features, the things that make the home itself feel luxurious.

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Filed Under: Luxury Market, Real Estate Tips, Sellers Tagged With: Colorado Real Estate, For Sellers, Real Estate Tips

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