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Best Backyard Upgrades For Summertime Parties!

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Summertime is a great time to host outdoor parties with warmer weather and longer days to enjoy.  Bar-B-Ques, birthdays, holidays all make your backyard a perfect spot to host your next event.  This summer you need to have your space ready for any occasion so now is the time to get your backyard ready! Plus, when it comes time to sell your Colorado Springs home , your backyard improvements will help your resale value.   Our team of  Colorado Springs real estate agents  has a few tips on backyard upgrades for summertime parties. Create An Inviting Space Hosting outside parties are fun and having the right space to have the festivities are important.  Some homes are built with amazing outdoor space making hosting your next big event, effortless.  However, many people have homes with a blank backyard canvas, so they can create the outdoor space that fits their needs and style.  One of the first steps when creating your outdoor area is ...

5 Home Improvements That Will Increase Your Home’s Value This Year

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Home maintenance is a vital part of home ownership. Your Colorado Springs real estate team knows the importance of the value of a home. Many homeowners budget each year to tackle large projects and monthly maintenance tasks to keep their home's in top shape. Our blog today will review our recommended 5 Home Improvements to your home that will increase your home's value this year. We have a few suggestions to keep your home in the right condition. Whether you are thinking about listing your home or want to stay on top of maintaining your home's value, here are a few improvements that can help! Repair or Replace Your Roof Your roof can be one of the more expensive repairs with your home but neglecting this repair can lead to more damage that can become costly. You need to check your roof regularly to make sure you don't have any damage, especially after major storms. If you don't feel comfortable checking for damage, many roofing companies will come out and...

6 Helpful Hints Every Homeowner Should Know

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Owning your own home in Colorado Springs offers incredible freedom and countless benefits, but it also comes with a great deal of responsibility. Among other things, you'll be responsible for making sure your mortgage and all utilities are paid on time every month, that your home stays in good general condition, and that any necessary repairs are made in a timely manner. This week, The MacGuire Team is here to help you out with this quick checklist of a few helpful hints that can make your life much easier. 1. Make The Switch To LED Lighting For a long time, incandescent bulbs were the only kind of lighting used in homes. While LED light bulbs are steadily becoming more popular, most houses still have a vast majority of incandescent bulbs. While LED lights cost more upfront, they use less energy and have significantly longer lifespans than their incandescent counterparts. Switching your interior lighting to LED bulbs may help save you money in the long run. 2. If Your Refr...