It’s that time again: the snow is about to fall, resorts are prepping their lifts, and every Colorado adventure seeker and their winter-loving cousin is racing up I-70 to claim first tracks. But opening weekend doesn’t have to mean battling endless lines and skyrocketing costs. Here’s a smart guide to hacking Colorado’s ski and snowboard opening weekend – your budget and sanity will thank you. 

Wondering how to winterize a house? Here’s your guide to ensuring your home is prepped for whatever curveballs — or snowballs, as the case may be — winter throws your way. 

So, you’ve mastered the art of last-minute costume prep (hello, old bedsheet ghost), and you’ve sworn to only eat half the Halloween candy before the end of the night. Your next big question? “Where are the best trick-or-treating neighborhoods near me?” 

If you’ve been keeping up with the Denver housing market, you’re well aware of the highlights: mortgage rates, inventory shortages, and affordability issues have been the talk of the town for quite a while now. But, according to DMAR’s October 2024 Denver Real Estate Market Trends, it looks like we might be seeing a bit of change — or at least some movement.

With the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates by 0.5% and more interest rate reductions expected before the year ends, a potential mortgage rate drop could create opportunities for homebuyers. But, while lower rates may seem appealing, affordability challenges remain in today’s housing market.
Here’s what you need to know about how the Fed’s actions impact mortgage rate drops and what to expect in the coming months.