Colorado Finds $75.5 Million in Funds Due To Accounting Error - 03/30/11 04:27 PM
It was mentioned on the news last night that the state of Colorado found an extra $ 75.5 million in funds that was missed due to an "accounting error" when the state budget was formulated. Wow! Now, that is quite a big accounting error. Apparently, the formula was not done correctly- really????
My husband and I both looked at each other and laughed. We found it equally disturbing and funny at the same time. If those in government can make a small error like this, it makes you wonder what other small errors with big consequences are being made on a … (11 comments)

10 Things To Look Forward To This Year In Colorado Springs - 03/29/11 12:30 PM
10 Things To Look Forward To This Year in Colorado Springs
Here are some positive things happening in Colorado Springs this year. Some of them are systems and programs restored, and others are new activities that are happening in Colorado Springs. 1. Police and Fire academies are recruiting
2. Saturday bus services and additional paratransit services restored and residential streetlights are turned back on.
3. Trash cans and park maintenance services returned to neighborhood parks and medians maintained
4. Maintaining Park, Recreation and Cultural Services including the Therapeutic Recreation program, Center, Deerfield, Meadows Community Center, North Cheyenne Cañon Visitor Centers, Rock Ledge Ranch, … (5 comments)

Cost of Living in Colorado Springs- Less Than the National Average - 03/27/11 07:20 PM
Cost of Living in Colorado Springs- Less Than the National Average
I am often asked about how Colorado Springs compares to different areas of the country for cost of living. According to the ACCRA Cost of Living Index, the cost of living in Colorado Springs is 7.2 percent less than the national average.
The Utilities in Colorado Springs are 13 percent lower when compared to the national average.
Colorado Springs keeps electric rates low by having efficient operations and by generating most of the electricity for the community at its local power plants.
 
Here is how Colorado Springs compares … (5 comments)

Centennial Glen, Colorado Springs Market Report - 03/25/11 12:36 PM
Centennial Glen, Colorado Springs-Market Report
The neighborhood of Centennial Glen is located in the northwest side of Colorado Springs, just off Centennial across from Oak Valley Ranch neighborhood and nearby Ute Valley Park.
In the past 12 months (ending April 25 2011) 3 homes sold in Centennial Glen.
The sold price range was $318,000- $330,000 with the average sold price being $323,666
Average DOM (Days on Market)- 107 days
These homes were built between 2003-2005 with an average of 2938 sq. ft.





Homes Currently active in Centennial Glen:
4 homes are active on the market
3 ranch … (2 comments)

Woodmen Oaks Neighborhood- Colorado Springs, CO - 03/23/11 11:13 PM
Woodmen Oaks Neighborhood, Colorado Springs, CO
Very conveniently located in the NW area of Colorado Springs is the neighborhood of Woodmen Oaks. The homes in this neighborhood are nestled in trees and rock formations. These fine custom homes are on larger lots than average.
If you are looking for a home near the Air Force Academy, Woodmen Oaks is just minutes away from the south gate. 
To get to Woodmen Oaks neighborhood- exit I-25 and go west on Woodmen. Woodmen breaks off to the right. You make that turn to the right and go about a block and then turn north … (1 comments)

Cumbre Vista- Colorado Springs, CO - 03/11/11 10:07 PM
Cumbre Vista-Colordo Springs, CO

Located in the northeast part of Colorado Springs and the Briargate section of the MLS is a newer community called Cumbre Vista. Keller Homes and Classic Homes are the builders in this neighborhood that began in 2006.
Within Cumbre Vista is The Horizon at Cumbre Vista which offers low maintainence large ranch-style type homes.
 
 
The neighborhood of Cumbre Vista is situated around a park. Just south of the neighborhood is the new Penrose Mt. Saint Frances Hospital and the Powers Corridor which contains shopping, restaurants, entertainment and the Sky Sox Baseball Field.
The school … (3 comments)

Forest Meadows Subdivision in Colorado Springs- New and Existing Homes - 03/09/11 03:38 PM
Forest Meadows Subdivision in Colorado Springs- New and Existing Homes
Forest Meadows is a newer, master-planned residential community in Colorado Springs. It is just north of Woodmen off of Black Forest Road. The neighborhood is just a couple of minutes from the Powers Corridor which includes abundant shopping, restaurants, entertainment and even a new hospital, Mt. St. Francis Medical Center.
The neighborhood is quite large and has smaller parks throughout.
Most of the builders in Forest Meadows start around $180,000.
The builders currently building in Forest Meadows are:
CJ Gardner, Richmond America, Legendary, Aspen View, Journey and Today Homes. You can choose … (2 comments)

Who is at Your Ticket Counter? Be Careful Who You Hire to Represent Your Name - 03/07/11 04:49 PM
Who is at Your Ticket Counter? Be Careful Who You Hire to Represent Your Name
This past I took a trip to Dallas to see some family. On the return flight, when I checked in my bags at the ticket counter, I asked the lady if I could have a seat next to my 11 year old son. She said no. I then asked if we could be close together at least, one row in front or behind type of thing. She said, "I told you NO, the flight is full." She had quite an attitude. She didn't offer any solutions … (11 comments)