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With Colorado Springs being home to the U.S. Air Force Academy , we take great pride in honoring the graduating cadets each year who successfully make it to graduation. Four years of hard work and dedication have finally paid off. Join the 61st graduating class of the U.S. Air Force Academy as they receive their diplomas and commission as second lieutenants. Here are some details on Graduation Week for the Class of 2019! Graduation Week Details Graduation Week for the Class of 2019, and the 61st Graduating Class begins on Friday, 24 May and concludes with the Graduation Ceremony at Falcon Stadium on Thursday, 30 May. Graduation Week is comprised of many activities and events across the U.S. Air Force Academy. Cadets and their guests take part in receptions, award ceremonies, baccalaureate services, concerts, parades, air demonstrations, and commissioning ceremonies. The week culminates at Falcon Stadium with the Graduation Ceremony. Speakers rotate between the President of the Uni...

Last week, we started our moving checklist when faced with  Military relocation to Colorado Springs .  This week we will wrap up the checklist from 30 days before move day through moving day.  We know the challenges involved with military relocation and our real estate agents in Colorado Springs are here to help. Our  Colorado Springs real estate agents  specialize in giving military families peace of mind during this stressful time.  Our team will work diligently to provide a professional, smooth and supportive real estate transaction for military personnel and their families  relocating to the Colorado Springs  area.  Being as prepared as possible during the moving process will help with the overall relocation.  Read below for part two of our military relocation checklist.  RELOCATION READINESS-PREARRIVAL CHECKLIST 30 DAYS OUT TO PCS-CLEAN OUT Plants don't travel well. Give them to your friends as "thank you" gifts H...

Military relocation to Colorado Springs can have its challenges. Distances are vast, and time is of the essence.  Our team understands that the 10-day window before reporting for duty at the new assignment is crucial to relocation.  Our Colorado Springs real estate agents  specialize in giving military families peace of mind during this stressful time.  Our team will work diligently to provide a professional, smooth and supportive real estate transaction for military personnel and their families relocating to the Colorado Springs area.  Being as prepared as possible during the moving process will help with the overall relocation.  Check out our part one of our military relocation checklist series to help during the moving process.    RELOCATION READINESS-PREARRIVAL CHECKLIST 60-90 DAYS OUT TO PCS Vehicle Registration Prepare a financial statement which includes your assets (income, property, and savings) and your liabilities (mortgage,...

One big perk of being in the military or retired from the military is the savings you can get with a Veterans Administration (VA) home loan.  A VA Loan is a great option for military buyers and their families as it can save you thousands up front as well as in the long run.  The information provided in this blog can also be found on the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs website .  As a Real Estate Agent in Colorado Springs , we see tons of military families moving into our beautiful area so in today's blog we are reviewing what a VA Loan is and the requirements to obtain this loan, as well as, the benefits. What is a VA Loan? The VA Loan was created in 1944 through the GI Bill which was signed into law by President Roosevelt to provide veterans and active military personnel with a more affordable home buying opportunity.  This government-based loan option provides a chance for more than 25 million active and retired military to buy a home.  VA Loa...

Memorial Day is one day out of the year where we remember the men and women who have died for our country in the military. The MacGuire Team wants you to know that we also remember our military who are currently serving and their family. Because of this, we have provided the #1 Military Relocation Service in Colorado Springs . Moving can be stressful enough without having to add in other stressors like fast turn around times and another spouse who is left to handle everything. Here are just a few ways The MacGuire Team can make it easier with our  military relocation service . Colorado Springs Military Relocation Service Military families have special needs when they move. Distances are vast and time is of the essence. The MacGuire team understands that the 10-day window before reporting for duty at the new assignment is crucial to your relocation. Often, one spouse has the responsibility to choose a new home for the entire family. Or when selling, the remaining spouse mu...

The Colorado Springs area is gearing up for another great celebration of our country this weekend! As we celebrate July Fourth, and all that it means to us as a community and country, we are also proud to remember the people who serve our country. The Mike MacGuire Team takes great pride in putting our military first, and by providing them just what they need when relocating to Colorado Springs . While we take care of your military relocation to Colorado Springs , here are a few events that will take care of you and your family this weekend with free admission and discounts for your service. Rock Ledge Ranch Family Fourth Take a walk through history this July 4th at the Rock Ledge Ranch Family Fourth . Visitors have an opportunity to walk through the reenactment of revolutionary war camp, hear General William Jackson Palmer read the Declaration of Indepence, listen to President Abraham Lincoln give the Gettysburg address, catch Patrick Henry's daughter will recite her father...

Colorado Springs is home to six different military bases and operations centers. As the best real estate agent in Colorado Springs , I have noticed that there was a gap where our military heroes weren't being supported when it comes to buying or selling a Colorado Springs home when military deadlines were involved. Military families have special needs when they move. Distances are vast and time is of the essence. The MacGuire team understands that the 10-day window before reporting for duty at the new assignment is crucial to your relocation. This is why The MacGuire team specializes in giving military families peace of mind during this stressful time the Military Cashback Relocation Service . Military Bases and Operations Centers in Colorado Springs With all of the military operations happening in Colorado Springs, there are many people living here, sometimes for a short amount of time, and we want to make sure that you have what you need to get comfortable. Here ar...