It looks like professionals are still trusted for most household projects, but DIY projects are catching up. Of all household projects completed in 2018 53% of homeowners decided to hire a professional while 47% chose to get out the toolbox and do it themselves. The main reason homeowners chose to… read more →

Hello and Happy Fall! The real estate market is cooling a bit and things are slowing as they do this time of year. I anticipate we will see things continue to slow down a bit further as we progress into 2019. There is still a demand to live in Northern… read more →

Fall is the perfect time to take care of the little things that can make a big difference for you and your home. Most of the tasks listed below are well within the average person’s ability. But even if you choose to have a professional handle them, it’s worth the… read more →

The chances are good that you’ve seen “reality shows” featuring BEFORE/AFTER home renovation projects. While these popular home improvement shows have made buyers more interested in fixer-upper properties, they also have the potential to create unrealistic expectations. Consider these five common myths about “fixer-upper” properties. Myth #1 — It’s Easy… read more →

Market Update June 2018 vs. June 2017 FORT COLLINS-LOVELAND-WINDSOR-WELLINGTON SINGLE FAMILY HOMES What’s going on with the current real estate market? It’s so interesting this time of year to see the real estate market ebb and flow. June was no exception with a slow start to the month, a pick… read more →

You may avoid walking under ladders, have never crossed paths with a black cat and have a lucky pair of socks, but have your superstitions affected your real estate decisions? In honor of Friday the 13, the most popular superstition in the world, we’re taking a look at some of the irrational… read more →

Mid-Century Modern has been the darling of the design world for some time now, but wood grain and tapered legs aren’t the only game in retro town—especially in the kitchen, where well-placed throwbacks from any decade are often right at home. Plenty of homeowners are infusing their cooking and dining… read more →

Xeriscaping is a very popular option for landscaping in Colorado, as its main objective is to focus on plants native to Colorado’s semi-arid climate. These plants require very little water or maintenance and can withstand our region’s droughts and harsh sun, while still adding color and natural beauty to homes… read more →

One question you may ask yourself and your realtor when getting ready to sell your house is how much value you can add to your home’s selling price by upgrading landscaping. “Curb appeal” is a vague and difficult to determine reaction to how people view a home and what impression… read more →

Homes have come a long way even in the past ten years. It used to be the norm to have a deck or a porch for outdoor entertaining, but today’s modern homes have designs that incorporate “outdoor living,” making patio and deck spaces additional living rooms adjacent to the house.… read more →