Why Homeowners Feel Thankful for Their Homes [INFOGRAPHIC]

November 30, 2023 By Claire Garlick Leave a Comment

Some Highlights

Here are three reasons why homeowners feel thankful for their homes. First, it’s a safe place that can give you a greater sense of comfort, safety, and security.
Second, it gives you freedom of expression. From the color of the paint to the art on the walls, you can express your style and your personality.
Third, it provides a sense of community. Owning your home helps you build lasting friendships with neighbors and connects you to your community. If you’re thinking of buying a home and want to hear more about the potential benefits, get in touch with us today!

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Colorado Springs Woman Creates Sharing Fence to Help Those in Need

February 3, 2021 By Claire Garlick Leave a Comment

A neighbor in Downtown Colorado Springs finds a way to help others stay warm and positive this winter by creating a sharing fence on her front yard fence.

Cyndi Long moved back to Colorado Springs right as the pandemic was starting to hit Colorado and soon noticed quite a few homeless people walking around her neighborhood and wanted to help.

“I had a number of hats and gloves and those kinds of things that you collect that never quite fit right. So, I thought this was the perfect opportunity to put them to some good use,” Long said. “So, I created a sharing fence with the intent that if you needed it, take it. If you had something to spare, please leave it.”

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Colorado Springs’ Construction Industry Was Booming in 2020

January 29, 2021 By Claire Garlick Leave a Comment

Colorado Springs’ construction industry hit boom times in 2020, despite pandemic

Business was booming last year for homebuilders, general contractors and subcontractors that make up the Pikes Peak region’s construction industry, despite the COVID-19 pandemic.

The estimated value of permits issued for the construction of single-family homes, townhomes, apartments, hotels, offices, schools, medical buildings, manufacturing plants and other structures last year in El Paso County soared to $2.9 billion — a record high and a nearly one-third jump over 2019, according to Pikes Peak Regional Building Department reports.