Buying So You Bought an Investment Property, Now What? Congratulations on your new investment property! Now comes the exciting part: Turning your property into a revenue-generating machine. While it’s not exactly easy, your goals are within reach if you take steps to organize, plan, and build a solid foundation. Here are some ways to help maximize your property’s potential in the short and long […]
Living Pet Friendly Home Decor Ideas For many of us, pets are important members of our household, which means our homes should be as comfortable for them as they are to everyone else who lives there. When choosing how to decorate your home, whether you’re moving into a new one or welcoming a new furry or feathered friend into the one […]
Selling Preparing to Sell Your Home: A Complete Checklist Getting your home ready to sell can feel like a circus act. Without the right organization, juggling the countless moving parts involved in this stage of the selling process can take its toll. This is the perfect opportunity to create a checklist to keep yourself on track and within your budget. The following information will illuminate […]
Virtual Tours Ranch Home With Fabulous Indoor/Outdoor Living Your perfect home awaits at 405 Norwood Court! Welcome to this ranch style home with an enchanting backyard living space. This well-maintained home boasts an open layout with abundant natural light that floods the living area, kitchen, and the sizable 3 SEASON PORCH. Your fully fenced backyard oasis provides a peaceful retreat complete with a […]
Buying Buying with Your Pets in Mind For many of us, pets play a central role in our home life, so taking into account what is best for them when buying a home is important for both their happiness and that of your entire household. Is the Neighborhood A Good Match For Your Pet? When looking for homes that are well suited […]
Living What is Wire Fraud and How to Avoid It A form of cybercrime, wire fraud has led to major losses for homebuyers in recent years. Get to know what it is and what steps you can take to avoid it.   What is wire fraud? Real estate wire fraud is a scam that targets buyers while making payments during the home buying process. Attackers […]
Virtual Tours Spacious Ranch on Corner Lot Tucked away in a quiet Windsor neighborhood, this corner lot ranch provides a spacious layout and a sizable yard with mature landscaping. At 579 Southwood Lane, enjoy modern updates throughout this 5bed/3bath/3 car garage home. Abundant natural light floods the open-concept living area and spacious kitchen. The additional basement space offers versatility and comfort, ideal […]
Remodeling Benefits, Risks and Things to Consider Before You Add an Accessory Dwelling Unit to Your Home Have you ever rented a unit in someone’s basement? Maybe your significant other’s mom moved into the apartment above your garage? Or have you ever travelled and stayed in a pool house? Commonly referred to as “Mother-In-Law” units, homeowners use these as a way to fill the space in their home and gain residual income, […]
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Living Simple Ways to Conserve Energy at Home Whether you want to use less energy to reduce your carbon footprint or your monthly costs, there are plenty of easy ways to conserve the electricity and natural gas you’re using in your home. Energy conservation can be as simple as closing your curtains, changing a light bulb, turning down your thermostat, or closing the […]
Living 9 Options to Remove, Hide or Play Down a Popcorn Ceiling Don’t love your popcorn ceiling? You’re not the only one stuck with some unwanted stucco overhead. There are many options for moving on from it, but not all of them are equally effective—or equally easy. To help you decide how to address your popcorn problem, here are some top ways to remove, cover or distract […]
Buying Buyer Beware: Is That House For Sale Haunted? A trope as old as horror movies: a family moves into a beautiful house that they bought for well under market value. They’ve put all their savings into the move, and they’re looking for a fresh start. When they meet the neighbors and other townsfolk, they quickly learn that there’s a history to the home they […]
Virtual Tours Cul-de-sac Living at a Great Price Tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac in the heart of Windsor, you will find this rare opportunity to own a home in NOCO for under 400k! As you step inside, you’ll be captivated by the spacious living area and updated kitchen. This well-kept RANCH offers multiple areas for entertaining- a living room and family room. […]
Buying What to Do After Moving Into a New Home Nothing beats the feeling of buying a new home. You’ve worked hard with your agent to find the right home for you, you’ve worked with the seller to finalize the deal, and you’ve signed all the paperwork to transfer ownership. Congratulations! Everything has led to securing your new home, so now that you’re officially moving, what […]
Living How to Design Small Spaces at Home The truth is, the average size of apartments in the U.S. is shrinking, and studio and one-bedroom apartments are becoming more prevalent (rentcafe.com). This means knowing how to design for small spaces has never been more important. Whether you’re not quite ready to purchase a home or you’re looking to downsize, the creative possibilities are […]
Virtual Tours Winter Farms Open-Concept Ranch Welcome home to 642 Denali Court, a ranch-style house situated in the desirable Winter Farms neighborhood! This property boasts a bright and open layout, with 3 beds/2 baths, & 2 car garage. A giant unfinished basement offers endless possibilities for a custom remodel or extra storage. Enjoy mature landscaping within the privacy of a fully […]
Living How to Reduce Your Interest Rate: Mortgage Buydowns When mortgage rates are up, prospective buyers can often feel like they’re at a disadvantage as they go about securing a home loan. Fortunately, there are ways to lower your interest rate to make your monthly mortgage payments more affordable. What are mortgage buydowns? A mortgage rate buydown is a form of financing that allows you […]
Living Your Guide to Going Solar To reduce your carbon footprint, increase your household’s sustainability, and add value to your property, solar power may be right for you. Understanding how solar works and how to maximize its benefits are key first steps in your journey to becoming a solar energy-producing household. How does solar power work? The technology that turns your house […]
Fort Collins Real Estate TAX ASSESSMENT TIME This week’s fun fact is that you just received your new valuation from your County Assessor and you have until June 8th to protest the value. By statute, properties in Colorado are re-assessed every two years and owners are given their new Assessed Valuation in early May. This year, many Colorado property owners are surprised […]
Living Managing Your Investment Property: DIY vs Hiring a Professional Owning real estate is an efficient and productive addition to your investment portfolio. For an investment property that you don’t plan to live in, whether it’s your second home or you’ve done this a few times before, you’re faced with decisions about how to best use that investment for your goals. Some investors will remodel their new property and […]
Living 5 Green Upgrades that Increase Your Home Value Selling a home begins with understanding how much it’s worth. After an initial assessment, you may want to make some updates to increase the value of your property. There are several ways to do that, including boosting your curb appeal or making renovations with significant ROI potential. As you research potential projects, keep in mind that making your […]