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Blog :: 05-2024

Types of Homes: An At-A-Glance-Glossary

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Throughout your home search, you'll likely hear countless architecture terms you've heard of, but only on HGTV As the perky couples travel from home to home with their cheery TV real estate agent - looking at this Victorian or that Tudor - you nod and smile approvingly at your screen. You may even think to yourself, œthey should definitely buy that charming Tudor!

But despite your grin, you're probably not quite sure how to spot the difference between a Craftsman and a Denver Square.

What Renovations Add Value To My Home?

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You've been pining (and pinning inspo photos) over those kitchen updates, new flooring, or freestanding bathtub. And, since you're a rational human, you're probably also wondering, œWhat renovations add value to my home? Carefully planned renovations can help you sell your home more easily. However, not all renovations will get you the homebuyer attention (or equity perk-up) you're hoping for. In the end, it's important to evaluate whether the renovations will provide you with an efficient return on investment (ROI). This means that the money spent on the renovation itself must reasonably balance the perceived value added to the home. After all, you want your renovation efforts to translate into tangible value, not just aesthetic appeal. So, let's dive into the renovations that truly add value to your home and avoid those that may leave you with little to show for your investment. Then, go ahead and break out the sledgehammer. You might as well enjoy those upgrades for as long as possible before cashing in on your hard work.

The Hottest Housing Market... and Getting Hotter: May 2024 Denver Real Estate Market Trends

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The May 2024 Denver real estate market trends are in. And spring is really starting to pop. The boost in housing market activity we expected last month might have just been on a bit of a delay. (Hopeful) homeowners are sick of the waiting game and the Fed finally fessed up about its rate [...]

Become the Ultimate Grill Master - Our Top 20 Grilling Tips for the Summer

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We're not bragging (okay, maybe a little), but Colorado has some of the best summers in the country. We just happen to live in one of the sunniest states, which means more grill-worthy days and nights. And without all the humidity some of our other sunny counterparts face, both food and humans can chill outside sans [...]

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