colorado springs: Keeping The Warm Air Inside - 10/15/08 02:18 PM
When the furnace kicked on this morning, our sweet dreams were interrupted by that alarming sound of money figuratively being burned. Last night the predicted low was 32 degrees, and while our area has plenty of warm spells in fall, winter is on its way.
Energy bills are sure to be sky-high this winter. … (5 comments)
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colorado springs: Colorado Springs Real Estate Market Report - July 2008 - 08/13/08 02:26 PM
886 Single Family homes listed in the Pikes Peak MLS were proud to have new owners in June. On average, they waited 90 days until their perfect matches found them - and while some of those homes were getting impatient, most knew that it would take awhile for them to connect with their new … (0 comments)
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colorado springs: U.S. Senior Open - Top-Notch Golfing And A Few Unexpected Visitors - 08/07/08 03:28 PM
The 2008 Senior Open wrapped up on Sunday, August 3rd. The esteemed Broadmoor resort was host to this prestigious U.S Golf Association event.
Eduardo Romero of Argentina won the tournament and coveted trophy with a 274 score (six under par). He is the second Argentine to win the title; Roberto Di Vicenzo won … (0 comments)
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colorado springs: New Life For Your Old Athletic Shoes - 07/21/08 04:20 PM
Do you have some athletic shoes that are too well-used to donate to charity, but hate to waste? Reuse-A-Shoe is one of Nike's longest running environmental and community programs, and is endorsed by our El Paso County Environmental Services Department.
Nike collects worn-out athletic shoes - they'll take any brand - and then processes … (2 comments)
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colorado springs: Household Waste Disposal - More Options for El Paso and Teller County Residents - 07/18/08 01:19 PM
El Paso County has expanded the items it accepts for recycling hazardous household waste at their facility at 3255 Akers Drive.
There's a covered drive-thru drop off point, so it's quick and convenient. You can now recycle or dispose of:
Aerosol CansAmmunitionAntifreezeBatteries - Lead-Acid, Alkaline and Rechargeable ElectronicsFire ExtinguishersFuels - … (2 comments)
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colorado springs: Xeriscaping - 06/05/08 01:46 PM
In the Pikes Peak area's semi-arid climate, (we're classified as High Alpine Desert) it makes sense to explore alternatives to fussy, always thirsty plants. You can still enjoy blooms and foliage by employing Xeriscaping principles - it's not about having a drab, plant-less yard. And, it's not an all-or-nothing situation, either: you can … (1 comments)
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colorado springs: Carefree Living in Briargate! - 06/04/08 04:10 PM
Brand new condo! Light, bright, and without a scratch. Roomy split bedroom design with 2 bedrooms and two full baths. Amenities include covered balcony, two storage areas, neutral carpet, breakfast bar, all appliances, cozy gas fireplace and also central air to keep you cool this summer. Save on gas - it's an easy walk to … (3 comments)
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colorado springs: Serene 5 Acre Horse Property In The Trees! - 05/22/08 12:15 PM
Do you like privacy and space?
Wonderful 5.39 acre treed property in Black Forest has room for your hobbies, collection or horses.
Attached 2 car garage plus detached 1200 SF garage/shop with RV door gives you many possibilities.
Expansive decking … (1 comments)
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colorado springs: Record Setting Home Price - 04/03/08 03:10 PM
A record was set in the housing market, but it wasn't in the United States.
The Times of London reports the recent sale of a London penthouse for between 115 and 120 million pounds (approximately 230-240 million US dollars), the most expensive residential property ever sold.
The flat, in London's of St James's … (0 comments)
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colorado springs: Colorado Springs Real Estate Market Report - 03/06/08 03:05 PM
February is typically a slow month for home sales. Some numbers just in from Pikes Peak Association of Realtors:
The better news: the number of homes sold was up from January 2008. In February, 556 single family homes sold, compared to 534 in January. There were 5,571 active listings in February, … (1 comments)
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colorado springs: The Importance Of A Home Inspection - 02/25/08 01:04 PM
As a prospective home owner, one of the best ways you can protect yourself is by getting a home inspection on the home you decide to buy. After all, your home is probably the biggest investment you'll make. By spending a tiny fraction of the purchase price, you can have … (0 comments)
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colorado springs: Save Time, Save Gas, and Save Money, (Maybe) - 02/24/08 08:30 PM
Colorado Springs Shopaholics now have one less reason to make the trek to Denver.
February 20th (reportedly even before the official 8 am time) saw the opening of our long awaited Costco, at 5885 Barnes Road at Powers Blvd. The 158,000 square feet members-only wholesale club holds everything from seafood to … (1 comments)
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colorado springs: Pikes Peak Relay For Life - Register by February 29th - 02/22/08 12:54 PM
Do you want to participate in the American Cancer Society's Pikes Peak Relay for Life? So far, there are 27 teams participating, and you and your team are also needed! There's usually a $100 dollar entry fee per team, but if register by midnight on Friday February 29th, the fee is only $25. Registering … (3 comments)
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colorado springs: Colorado Springs Real Estate Market Update - 02/17/08 09:57 PM
We apologize for the lateness of this post; somehow we missed our monthly market update at the beginning of the month. We promise we'll do better next time.
There were 5,401 active single family listings in the Pikes Peak MLS in January; that is down 12.7% from January 2007.534 homes sold … (0 comments)
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colorado springs: Chainsaw Fun - 02/16/08 12:31 PM
It's a beautiful day here in the Pikes Peak region, perfect for a drive in the mountains.
For something a little bit different, there's the Cripple Creek Ice Festival, slated to be an annual event. Don't miss this free family event featuring world renowned ice sculptors, who've created a stunning mountain scene … (0 comments)
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colorado springs: But They Seemed To Love The House... - 02/06/08 12:41 PM
On our last post we touched on why it's important for homeowners to be absent during showings.
Buyers are uncomfortable when the sellers are present. They feel awkward expressing their dislikes. They're being judgmental and they know it, and don't want to be judged on their judging.
"Nice" people won't want to … (1 comments)
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colorado springs: Get The Most Out Of Your Showings - 02/04/08 02:58 PM
You did your homework, you've signed the listing agreement, and the showings - hopefully - are going to start tomorrow (or as soon as you're ready).
In our local market, there are more available homes than buyers right now. It's hard to get showings on homes, so when you do, it's … (0 comments)
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colorado springs: Relay For Life - The American Cancer Society's Fundraiser - 02/03/08 11:17 PM
Most of us have been touched by cancer. It seems rare that a person doesn't have a family member or friend who's dealt with this terrible disease.
We are proud to take part in our local Realy For Life, which is The American Cancer Society's only fundraiser. We've been participants, team … (0 comments)
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colorado springs: Boating in Colorado - 01/27/08 05:13 PM
While Colorado Springs is in the beautiful Rocky Mountains, that doesn't mean there aren't opportunities to enjoy boating. The water is even more beautiful with mountains as a backdrop.
Two state parks within easy driving distance have extremely popular boating lakes:
Lake Pueblo has 60 miles of shoreline. Boaters can choose … (0 comments)
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colorado springs: The Pikes Peak Library District - 01/27/08 04:05 PM
In this day and age, it can seem like everybody and everything wants something from us. Not so with libraries (unless you count the taxes we're happy to pay). The library lets you loiter when you're bored or lonely, or need shelter from a sudden rainstorm. You're only allowed, but encouraged, … (0 comments)
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