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 […]
January 20, 2025
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 […]
January 20, 2025
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 […]
January 20, 2025
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 […]
December 17, 2024
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 […]
December 17, 2024
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 […]
December 17, 2024
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 […]
November 19, 2024
Denver’s Park Hill is one of Denver’s oldest neighborhoods, having begun as a 32-acre development more than 120 years ago. Today, the community is home to nearly 20,000 people and is noted for its charm, incredible diversity and way of life that brings people together. As a whole, Park Hill is bounded by Martin Luther […]
November 19, 2024
As published in DMAR Market Trends, October 2024 As Thanksgiving and Christmas approach, buyer traffic and activity typically decline. This seasonal slowdown often leads buyers to perceive listings that stay on the market over the holiday season as highly motivated sellers, leading them to expect better deals. Sellers planning a holiday listing should capture listing […]
November 19, 2024
By HouseLogic A new shower valve can turn on the benefits you want. Find out the best way to get it done. We’ve all been there: You turn the shower handle, expecting a cascade of water, and instead, you’re greeted with a lackluster dribble. It’s like your shower decided to take a leisurely stroll instead of […]
October 21, 2024