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The Front Range is getting a railway! The line from Fort Collins to Pueblo is a big project that will take a decade. Travelers hopping between cities along the Front Range could board a gleaming, speedy train and wave goodbye to traffic.
Whether you're into ghost towns or underground caves, there's a hot spring adventure for everyone. Lucky for us the mineral-rich hot springs of the West are scattered from both sides of the highway in most mountain ranges in Colorado. Some of the top favorites include: Valley View Hot Springs & Mt. Princeton Hot Springs. If you want some ultimate pampering, try stopping by Dunton Hot Springs.
Even as home prices continue to rise, affordability is working in favor of today’s homebuyers. According to many experts, rates this low are off-setting rising home prices, which increases buyer purchasing power. This is an opportunity not to be missed, especially if your family’s needs have changed.
Get your green thumb going with some imaginative indoor plant gardens! By getting started, you can continue growing outdoor containers that have been on your deck or patio all summer by moving them inside. Right now is the best time to bring back outdoor vacationing house plants, herb containers, cactus and succulent containers.
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If you're putting your Colorado garden to bed this winter, this one's for you! The best tip – make sure your garden is moist as we head into colder months. If you are unsure if your landscape is dry, the simplest way to test the soil is to poke a screwdriver straight down in landscaped areas, like mulched beds, lawns, and around trees. If it goes down easy, it's probably not too dry.
Is the housing market on a sugar high? For the first time since April, forbearances fall below 3 million. According to a report by Black Knight, last week’s decline of 649,000 forbearance cases represented the largest single-week drop since the beginning of the pandemic.
Still want to trick-or-treat and stay safe? Keep the tradition alive with minor adjustments this year and leave candy in containers outside your home, bring hand sanitizer, and work at staying 6 feet apart from other families. Some treat-givers have opted to have bags of goodies laid out for easy grabbing and zero contact.
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Discover what your home is currently worth and how that may enable you to make a move this year! Existing home sales jumped to a pace not seen since 2006. For 2020, total home sales are now expected to be 1.3% higher than in 2019. On an aggregated level, the housing economy remains rock solid despite the shock and awe of the pandemic.
The kitchen could be the key to selling a home! If you can’t afford entirely renovating yours, simply change the cabinet doors. It’s often just as effective as replacing the units. Take out bulky appliances like toasters and kettles, so worktops are clear and create the illusion of space.
Originally, many thought home prices would depreciate in 2020 due to the economic slowdown from the coronavirus. Instead, prices appreciated substantially. Over the next year, we will likely see home values rise even higher given the continued lack of inventory of homes for sale.
Halloween just isn't the same unless the moon is full! Lucky for us, we will see the first full moon to fall on Halloween since 2001, and we won’t see another one until 2039. It might not be the biggest or brightest of 2020, but it could be the spookiest.
Colorado stories are a hit at this year's Denver Film Fest. The 43rd Denver Film Festival is honing in on local pieces derived from life experiences taken place in this very state. See how the filmmakers dive deep into touching stories at the Red Rocks Amphitheatre drive-in or you can stream it to watch from anywhere until Nov. 8.
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Is retirement getting closer and closer? Even if you aren't ready to retire, now could be the time to settle for the home of your dreams, especially if you have been remotely working. You could make a profit by selling your current home in today’s low inventory market and using your equity to purchase a future retirement home. It’s a win-win.
Grab your coffee and computer, Cyber Monday is here! Here are the top deals found that you don't want to miss out on: Verizon: free iPhone 12 w/ Unlimited plan, Purple: up to $500 off mattress + bundle, Prime Video: 50% off digital movies, Fitbit sale: up to $50 off, Zappos: up to 50% off sneakers, backpacks, and winter apparel, and Newegg: up to 50% off gaming, mobos, storage and more.
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Black Friday deals are back for 2020! Here a few secrets on where to get what at unbeatable prices: Best Buy is the where you can snag a solid deal on a TV, Amazon has dominated the deals on smart home devices, and Target is the next best place to find a steal on a smartphone, saving you up to $250 this year!
Happy Thanksgiving! Have you heard of the game “What’s Missing?” is a fun brain game to play before you stuff yourself sleepy. Place 20 Thanksgiving-related items such as candy corn, miniature boats, pilgrims, and turkeys on a tray or table. Have participants look at the items carefully for 30 seconds, then close their eyes, remove one object. Have them reopen their eyes and ask what item is missing.
From my Family yours, we’d like to wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving!!
Are you wondering if your favorite ski resort is open under the new COVID-19 restrictions? The short answer is yes, but you should always check the local resort restrictions and reservation guidelines. Overall, ski areas are classified under Necessary Activities, as are hiking, nordic skiing, snowshoeing, biking, and running.
Well-designed landscape lighting in Colorado can increase your home's value by up to 10%. It adds to curb-appeal and creates safety and security by deterring intruders and illuminating dark walkways!
Join City Star’s 9th Annual Valentine’s Day Chocolate and Beer Pairing! This year, they are offering two options for you to indulge in, starting Friday, Feb. 2th through the 14th. Take your chocolate and beer to go if you prefer to have the experience at home with a self-guided pairing menu!
Toothpaste isn't just for those pearly whites! You can also use it to improve things around the house, like cleaning the crayon masterpieces your kid may have drawn on the walls. Use toothpaste to clean your diamonds, glasses, and it even takes the rust off of the iron you use on your clothes!
Calling all chocolate lovers! This year, to avoid crowds, Historic Olde Town Arvada celebrates all things chocolate over a two-week period for its annual A Chocolate Affair. The chocolatey fun flows Feb.1-15. Just pre-purchase a sampling card at ralstonhouse.org/a-chocolate-affair!
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Things will be a bit different for V-day 2021, but no less lovely or romantic! Loveland is the perfect place to spend with your loved one as the streets are full of pink lights and romantic heart-shaped love notes. You can find art and sculptures take new forms, and local craft brews are transformed into love potions—all for free (except for the brews).
