By: HouseLogic Sign that paperwork. Write those checks. Get those keys!The closing. It all comes down to this. The grand finale. Once you have the keys, the house is yours. Nice work getting this far. You’re almost a homeowner. Let’s run through some questions you may have as you cross the finish line. What Does ‘Closing’ […]

The Washington Park neighborhood ─ affectionately known as Wash Park to natives and newcomers alike ─ is one of Denver’s loveliest communities. It’s a wonderful blend of historic and contemporary architectural styles, with the splendor of one of the city’s premier parks at its heart. Wash Park is actually two neighborhoods ─ West and East. […]

As published in DMAR Market Trends, January 2025 Many experienced agents have more sellers than buyers lined up this year, raising the question: Could this be the strongest spring buyer’s market we’ve seen in the past five years? Buyer activity feels reminiscent of two years ago, with properties coming to market and moving into pending […]

By: Lisa Kaplan Gordon Here’s how to clean your fixtures and brighten the room to boot. Granted, cleaning light fixtures is a hassle that requires a stepladder and a steady hand. But it’s a necessary spring-cleaning chore that freshens your home and gives you the light you’re paying for. Dirt on the surface of a bulb reduces the […]

If you’re thinking that the “Platt” in south Denver’s Platt Park neighborhood should have an “e” on the end, as in Platte River, you’d be wrong—or maybe you wouldn’t. That’s because the neighborhood might have been named after Colonel James H. Platt, the founder of the Platt Paper Company, or else somewhere down the line […]

As published in DMAR Market Trends, January 2025 An increase in showing activity over the holidays suggest that more buyers are entering the market and are ready to start transacting real estate in the new year. While the Denver market in 2025 may bring “more of the same,” consistency has its benefits. Despite high interest […]

By: Lara Edge How to remove old caulk? With patience — and plenty of it It’s not hard to do, but if you rush it, you’ll regret it. Plus, a little patience pays off by making the job much easier. Caulk is a versatile material used to seal gaps and joints around various surfaces in your home, but […]

Formed in 1858, Sunnyside is one of Denver’s original neighborhoods. Over the decades it has gone through various phases with differing immigrant populations, from Italian to Hispanic. These days, Sunnyside earns an “A” from niche.com for the diversity of its nearly 10,000 residents. The last 10 years have seen a revival of this uniquely charming […]

As published in DMAR Market Trends, November 2024 This is one of the best times of year for buyers to look at homes. Many sellers are eager to finalize their sales before the year ends and often offer more significant discounts than at other times of the year. Staying active in the market from Thanksgiving […]

By: Lisa Kaplan Gordon Yep, quartz countertops are a kitchen trend that’s here to stay. Your kitchen is the one place where you want to be really careful about trendy choices. The last thing you want is a kitchen that looks dated in just a few years simply because you followed a kitchen trend. Here are eight trends […]