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Homeowners See Gains in 2022

By - February 22, 2023

Homeowners See Gains in 2022 In nearly every housing market nationwide, homeowners saw their equity increase over the past year. Homes in Florida and Hawaii averaged a net equity gain of $77K and $61K whereas Idaho and Iowa saw average equity gains in the teens. Colorado is in the middle with an average net equity gain of $38K per home in 2022.

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Perspective is Everything

By - February 22, 2023

Perspective is Everything. For many, the housing market in the second half of 2022 drew comparisons to the bubble of 2008. In fact, the 2023 real estate market bears very little resemblance to 2008. Data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) tells the story of two vastly different markets—one in dire need of correction, the other built on solid fundamentals and poised for

Colorado Attracts VCs

By - February 22, 2023

Colorado Attracts VCs If you want to know where the most innovative businesses are, follow the money—more specifically, the venture capital. It increasingly leads to Colorado. According to Innosphere Ventures, Colorado is quickly transforming from an emerging venture capital (VC) hub into a VC destination. While approximately 50 percent of VC deal value still originates in the hotspots of

Boulder Tech Disruptors

By - February 22, 2023

Boulder Tech Disruptors See Opportunities Ahead Despite high inflation, high interest rates and a labor shortage, Colorado’s economy continues to provide compelling opportunities for businesses, especially startups. That was the consensus of a panel at the 2023 Colorado Business Economic Outlook, which featured two Boulder CEOs and a professor from the CU Leeds School of Busine

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Help for Home Buyers

By - February 22, 2023

Help for Home Buyers Metro Down Payment Assistance (MetroDPA) is taking some of the sting out of a tough real estate market by helping more Front Range residents become home owners. If you make up to $176,700 per year and have a credit score above 640, MetroDPA can help you with a down payment and closing costs for your home purchase. You might be eligible to receive up to five percent of the mo

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HUD Revisits Fair Housing Act

By - February 22, 2023

HUD Revisits Fair Housing Act Fifty-five years after the Fair Housing Act of 1968 was signed, many communities in the U.S. continue to suffer from discrimination, segregation, and disinvestment. These inequities are being addressed by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), which recently published a proposed rule in the Federal Register in a rigorous attempt to fulfil

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Patiently Awaiting What’s Next

By - February 22, 2023

Patiently Awaiting What’s Next The housing market is set on “pause,” patiently watching and waiting. The all-time jump in mortgage rates hit hard last May, up more than two percentage points to the mid-fives. That was followed by a brief, two-point pile-on to seven percent and subsequent wobbles down into the sixes by early summer, where we remain. Yet premier properties

Home Inspiration

Kitchens ’23: Hide the Clutter

By - February 22, 2023

Kitchens ’23: Hide the Clutter Last year’s kitchens were all about open shelving and clear-glass cabinet fronts to showcase your Instagram-ready collection of dishes, glassware, and appliances. Yeah, right. In 2023, hidden storage is making a strong comeback according to Kitchen Trends 2023. The report from Fixr.com notes that hidden storage allows homeowners to relax amidst a

Front Range Fun in March

By - February 22, 2023

Front Range Fun in March Spring has sprung! Looking for some fun activities to kick off your spring? Check out these activities throughout the Front Range for some family fun. Boulder International Film Festival When: March 2nd - 5th Where: Boulder Bringing films and filmmakers from around the world to Boulder for a four-day celebration of the art of cinema. Featuring a w

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Best Mountain Towns for Second Homes in Colorado

By - February 20, 2023

Best Mountain Towns for Second Homes in Colorado Our daily routines can be overwhelming at times, making a second home surrounded by Colorado’s abundant sunshine, great outdoor living and natural beauty a haven in a world sometimes too chaotic. Check out these 5 mountain towns to create your sense of peace and serenity with plenty of opportunities to get outside and reconnect with wha

How to Maintain Your Gas Fireplace

By - February 15, 2023

How to Maintain Your Gas Fireplace Enjoy the flurries of late winter, and stay warm through proper maintenance of your fireplace year-round! Gas fireplaces set ambient lighting in your home, here are some tips on how to keep that fire burning bright. Cleaning a gas fireplace can seem like a daunting task, but with a few simple steps, you can have your fireplace looking and functi

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Celebrate Love: Valentine’s Day Events in Colorado

By - February 13, 2023

Celebrate Love: Valentine's Day Events in Colorado Valentine's Day is a special occasion to celebrate love and affection with your significant other. If you're planning a special event with your partner in Colorado there are plenty of romantic activities you can do to make this holiday unforgettable. Here are some upcoming events this Valentine’s Day; Febr

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Homeowners See Gains in 2022

Perspective is Everything

Colorado Attracts VCs

Boulder Tech Disruptors

Help for Home Buyers

HUD Revisits Fair Housing Act

Patiently Awaiting What’s Next

Kitchens ’23: Hide the Clutter

Front Range Fun in March

Best Mountain Towns for Second Homes in Colorado

How to Maintain Your Gas Fireplace

Celebrate Love: Valentine’s Day Events in Colorado

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