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Posted on 02/04/2025
Should You Turn off Your Electricity When You Vacation to Save on Utilities?
It sounds like a great idea — turn off your electricity when you go on vacation and you’ll slash your electric bills. While this works in everyday life, there are some considerations that make shutting everything down less than wholesome for homeowners. Learning more about your options allows you to conserve energy without running into problems when you...
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Posted on 01/31/2025
Best practices for your remodel
When building a new home, architects need to follow strict building codes to make sure everything is built according to safety standards. It’s important for homeowners to know and understand major building codes before modifying the structure or layout of the home. Unfortunately, code violations are common when remodeling and can result in expensive fines or unreliable construction....
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Posted on 01/28/2025
New homeowners: A guide to tax breaks & deductions
Buying a house is one of the largest purchases made within...
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Posted on 01/22/2025
Pros and Cons of Carpeted Floors
Although not everyone is a fan of carpeting, there are definitely benefits to having it in your home. The big question is, "Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?" Well, that answer depends on a lot of variables, but if you happen to like the look and feel of carpeting, then it's probably worth having. Assuming the carpet fibers...
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Posted on 01/10/2025
Home Safety Tips to Deter Intruders
No matter how safe your neighborhood is, it's still important to protect it from break-ins. How can you deter intruders from coming into your yard and attempting to break into your home? The following safety tips can help you discourage intruders from targeting your home. Keep Valuable Items Out of View Intruders sometimes target houses when they can...
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Posted on 01/01/2025
5 Steps to a More Comfortable Moving Day
Moving to a new home is a long process, and it isn’t over after the actual move. There are many things you need to do in your new home to make it comfortable and functional for your needs. Rather than get overwhelmed by how much there is to unpack, consult this list of tasks to make the most...
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Posted on 12/23/2024
The Latest Trends in Tableware
Whether you’re having family dinner or hosting a larger gathering, a stylish dining table is key. No matter what interior design style you like or use in your dining room now, there are ways you can add new trends to refresh the look of your dining setup. Here are some of the top trends in tableware and flatware...
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Posted on 12/16/2024
Recycle electronics to reduce e-waste
It's no secret that we rely on electronics daily to ease...
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Posted on 12/10/2024
Trending Paint Colors for Home Improvement Projects
Much the same as architectural styles and interior design themes, color trends have a tendency to rise and fall with each passing season. However, there are a few that seem to persist throughout the years. If you're planning to paint your home this year, here are a few colors that have withstood the test of time and keep...
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Posted on 01/15/2025
SOLD ~ Congratulations, Rose! - 10404 Wrangell Circle, Colorado Springs, CO 80924
Stunning Views and better than new! This home is move in-ready with 4 beds, 3 baths and 3 car garage. Open concept main level living, dining and kitchen. Soaring vaulted ceilings, beautiful laminate flooring throughout, quartz countertops, SS and gas range in the kitchen. Dining space walks out to a huge covered deck and AMAZING Pikes Peak and Front Range views. Main level primary suite with 4 piece bath and walk in closet. The main level also features a guest bedroom and full bath and a laundry/mud room just off the garage. The finished basement boasts a large family room with endless possibilities. There are even Pikes Peak views from the...
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Posted on 01/07/2025
JUSTED LISTED $380,000 ~ 750 Vista Verde Heights, Monument, CO 80132
Pristine townhome, low-maintenance living, Front Range views and ideal location in Lewis-Palmer School District 38! Move-in ready 1,486 sq ft, 3BD|3B|2CAR also features convenient guest parking. Hardwood floors in the kitchen and 9’ ceilings on the main level. Enter from the covered porch to the living room with a ceiling fan and large window providing abundant natural light. In addition to hardwood floors, the kitchen features a pantry, ample cabinetry and a counter bar…refrigerator included! A powder room completes the main level. Upstairs and through French doors is the primary bedroom with Front Range views, ceiling fan, vaulted ceiling,...
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Posted on 12/20/2024
SOLD $1,150,000 - 17125 Remington Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80908 ~ Congratulations, Michael and Julia!
Idyllic haven where nature’s beauty harmonizes w/ luxury living. Custom rancher w/ over 4,000 sq ft and 49x36 RV garage perfectly situated on 5 acres of towering ponderosa pines in tranquil Black Forest. New class 4 impact resistant roof is being installed. The main floor was designed for entertaining w/ open spaces and huge high end Atrium windows that flood the rooms w/ natural lighting. Well appointed kitchen w/ knotty alder cabinetry, slab granite counters, 5 burner gas cook-top, convection oven, under cabinet lighting, pantry and island. Expansive dining room w/ bay window and beautiful chandelier. Main level primary suite w/ 2 sided...
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