

Black Friday for Real Estate?
Believe it or not, Housing has a Black Friday of its own. The catch is that it happens to be December 28th - the day that internet housing searches are the busiest. Read more about it HERE and Happy Traditional Black Friday! #BlackFriday #Buying #SellingYourHome #InternetRealEstate


10 First-time Homebuyer Mistakes
I think these are all good tidbits and I have something to say about all of them but #2 (Finding the Home Yourself) particularly resinated with me. Dont misunderstand, you (the Buyer) will provide the most critical information in your homesearch with your wants and needs and it is absolutely critical to become educated on what you are investing in but homesearching on the internet can be very dangerous with the large amount of incorrect, outdated and misleading information. I


Tablescapes for the Thanksgiving Spirit
It's been a few years since I've hosted Thanksgiving but my favorite part of creating a warm, inviting and luxurious atmosphere was the perfect tablescape. Take a peek HERE for some ideas of your own and make it a memorable holiday! #Design #Decor #Thanksgiving #Tablescape

Trust the Math: Use This Rent Vs. Own Calculator
Especially meaningful for the Denver Metro sky high rents but with interest rates still (and not for long) so low, Colorado Springs & Pueblo markets will likely see the value in investment. When our lenders can also get you a mortgage with $1,000 down and skip a month's payment, you may even end up with extra money in your pocket for furniture or other items that you'd rather spend your money on! Click HERE #Buying #RentVsOwn #Firsttimehomebuyer


Design Ideas: Midcentury Modern
Houzz is one of my favorite websites for design and decor ideas. With the surge in popularity of Midcentury Modern homes in the Denver metro area (particularly Centennial/Southglenn), this article gives great ideas for any budget! Read it HERE. #Design #Decor #MidcenturyModern


You'll Make More Money If You Use a Realtor to Sell Your Home
If you are thinking of selling your home yourself, For-Sale-By-Owner (FSBO), read find these high points in this article from the National Association of Realtors: 1. In 2015, 89% of home sales used the assistance of a real estate professional and only 8% were FSBO which has steadily declined since 2004. 2. Median Sale Price: Agent Assisted = $249,000; All FSBO homes = $210,000; FSBO where Buyer & Seller know each other = $151,900 3. Consider consulting with a Realtor about m