Denver Climate – Not as cold as you think! - 09/29/08 09:42 PM

The biggest surprise for visitors to Denver is the climate.
Thanks to Denver's 300 days of blue skies and sunshine each year, the forecast is almost always a good one.
Winters are mild with an average daily high temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit and days reaching 60 degrees are not uncommon. Snow doesn't stay on the ground long in Denver so golf courses and outdoor cafes are able to stay open all year.
In summer, Denver enjoys low relative humidity, making for beautiful, sun-filled days and cool, comfortable evenings. The average daily high temperature in August is a mild 86 degrees … (0 comments)

Denver RTD FasTracks – Will it stay on Track? - 09/26/08 08:06 PM

FasTracks is RTD's 12-year plan to build and run high-speed rail lines as well as expand and improve bus service and park-n-Rides throughout the metro Denver area.
With the Denver region currently serving as home to 2.5 million people and another 1 million expected to move to the metro area by 2030, improvements in transportation are critical to maintaining the quality of life that attracts so many to this area. In the past 10 years alone, RTD ridership has increased more than 28 percent.
Commuters throughout the Denver region have embraced transit and  voted a few years ago for a $4.7 billion investment to make sure … (0 comments)

Denver Home Sellers - the market has taken a dip just for you! - 09/24/08 10:07 PM
What, am I crazy? Just hear me out. 
If you are thinking of selling your present Denver home and buying up, read on. Say your home is worth $400,000 and the home you want to buy is $600,000, and we've had a 5.4% drop in prices from 1 year ago.  Your home lost $21,600 (ouch), but the one you want to buy lost $32,400.  You're actually $10,800 ahead if you sell now and buy up.  If you are selling, this is not the time to price your Denver property with a "hopeful" price tag.  The market is rejecting properties that aren't … (0 comments)

Denver in the Fall - 09/23/08 04:45 PM
Fall is the perfect time of year to explore and enjoy Denver. The gorgeous changing leaves, crisp air and unique attractions make this the best season of the year.
Corn Maze at ChatfieldYour kids will love the Corn Maze, one of the most attended mazes in the country. The maze will include two illuminated observation bridges that provide a bird's eye view to help you navigate. Kids under 10 should check out the free mini maze and a corn box to roll around in. Barrel train and hay rides will be available on select weekends. There is also a winding haunted … (0 comments)

Denver Attractions - 09/19/08 08:16 PM
Denver is a geographically isolated city sitting exactly one mile above sea level and over 600 barren miles from the next closest major city. Concealed from the west by bold foothills and towering 14,000-foot peaks, and protected to the east by an expansive and unforgiving high desert terrain, it is a place where everybody seems to be from somewhere else. 
When you live in Denver, adventure awaits. If you're looking for a chic and sophisticated afternoon, visit any of the hundreds of museums and galleries that make Denver the Arts Capital of the West. Indulge your inner shopper or spend a … (0 comments)

Freddie & Fannie & Mortgage Rates - Where Now? - 09/19/08 07:44 PM
In light of the Treasury Department's action to place government sponsored enterprises, Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae, into a conservatorship, people are asking "What does this mean for me?"
Many experts have speculated that this decision could lead to lower rates on various mortgage products. Thus far, there has been no significant changes in rates overall. Over the past week, the average rate 30-year fixed rate mortgages offered by major financial institutions have dropped 22.6 basis points from 6.761% to 6.535%. If rates continue to drop due to this takeover, this may create some excellent opportunities for homeowners and prospective buyers … (0 comments)

Great Denver Restaurants - 09/17/08 08:15 PM
Whatever food you crave, Denver's great restaurants have it. From the humblest taco stand to the finest New American cuisine, the city boasts eats from around the world for every taste and budget.
Looking for the perfect cut of meat? Try Sullivan's Steakhouse. In the mood for something raw? Sushi Den has an impossibly fresh piece of fish with your name on it. And what if only the sweetest, most decadent dessert will do? Head to Devil's Food Bakery in the Gaylord shopping district.
Early risers love Denver's many outstanding breakfast options - everything from spicy huevos rancheros to a full … (0 comments)

Older homes and foreclosures – watch out for deferred maintenance - 09/12/08 06:37 PM

Denver has many fine older homes, large and small. The craftsmanship, details and materials are hard to match today. From the mansions of Five Points to the Washington Park Denver Square you can find unexpected beauty. These houses can be a joy, if you understand, and are prepared for, the investment of time, money and energy to properly maintain them.
Foreclosures and older homes offer great opportunities for home owners looking for fixer-uppers and investors with the resources and knowledge to professionally renovate properties. With so many foreclosures available, banks are beginning to accept lower offers.  The craftsmanship, materials … (1 comments)

 
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Parker, CO

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