Upgrade Your Home With These 2024 Design Trends
Read moreOne of the best parts of owning a home is the freedom to make it truly your own with design choices that reflect your personality and lifestyle. Whether you lean toward contemporary design or a farmhouse aesthetic, your home is your canvas. Even so, it’s always smart to think about the long-term impact those decisions might have on your home’s
Real Estate Market Forecast: Opportunities for Home Buyers and Sellers in 2024
By Hadley Ott in Buying A Home, Colorado Real Estate, FAQ's, Financing & Lending Information, Investment Information, Selecting a Realtor, Selling A Home onRead moreA growing share of home buyers and sellers sat on the sidelines last year as the pace of home sales continued its downward trajectory.1 In fact, since the Federal Reserve began its series of interest rate hikes in 2022, the combination of higher borrowing costs and record-high home prices has fostered the steepest real estate market slowdown since the 2008 recession.2
Celebrate Sustainably: 5 Ideas for an Eco-Friendly Holiday at Home
Read moreIt’s the most wonderful time of the year. But for many families with festive plans and hectic schedules, it’s also the most wasteful. According to one survey, for example, 60% of respondents admitted to throwing away more than usual during the holiday months as they filled up their trash bins with uneaten food, wrapping paper, gift bags, and commercial packaging.1
35 Tips to Furnish Your New Home for Less
By Hadley Ott in Tips For Homeowners onRead moreBuying a new home is one of the most exciting experiences in life. And if you’re like most homebuyers, you’ll be planning your furniture placement and decor before the ink dries on your offer letter. But before you run to the nearest home goods store, take a deep breath. First, you’ll need to delay any major purchases before you close
Income Properties Are Trending, But Is Landlord Life for You?
Read moreIf the thought of investing your money into brick and mortar—or perhaps some stylishly-painted siding—excites you, join the club. Investing in real estate has long been one of Americans’ favorite ways to grow their wealth. In fact, over 70% of single-family rental properties are currently owned by individual investors rather than corporations, according to Census data.1 Moreover, a decade’s worth
Top 7 Tips To Attract the Best Offers for Your Home
By Hadley Ott in Colorado Real Estate, FAQ's, Selecting a Realtor, Selling A Home, Tips For Homeowners onRead moreNot long ago, home sellers were in their heyday, as historically-low mortgage rates triggered a real estate buying frenzy. However, the Federal Reserve shut down the party when it began raising interest rates last year.1 Now, it’s not as simple to sell a home. While pandemic-era homebuyers were racing the clock—trying to lock in a low mortgage rate and gain