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Buying The Right Retirement Home!

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You are in the next chapter of your life which is an exciting time.  Retirement means these are the years you can relax and enjoy all your favorite hobbies.  Your current home may have a lot of memories, but it won't meet your needs as you age.  Finding a retirement home has different criteria than when you purchased your first home with a growing family.  Size, location, layout and other factors become extremely important.  You will want to find a home that is right for you now and as you age.  When deciding what home is right for you, calling one of our  experienced Colorado Springs real estate agent s is your first step in the home buying process.  If you are in the market to buy a  retirement home in Colorado Springs , read our list of items to consider. Consider The Following When Buying Your Colorado Springs Home To Retire In Pick The Right Location-   You are at a point in your life you can enjoy all your favorite hobb...

Things to do for your home this Spring!

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Your home in Colorado Springs endures a lot of different kinds of weather over the Winter.  As temperatures warm up in the next weeks, now's the time to start thinking about your home's outdoor maintenance.  Keeping your home in top shape will ensure that your home value keeps rising, and you will stay on top of repairs before they become costly!  Here are some March maintenance tips from the best real estate team in Colorado Springs .   Check Exterior Drainage After the next big rain, check around your home to see if you have any standing water.  You don't want water to stand around your house for more than a day.  Check to see if you have water around the foundation because it can cause erosion which can affect the foundation of your home over time. If you notice the flow of your water moving towards your house, you will want to try to redirect the flow.  Check your gutters to make sure they have pointed away from the house and have a ...

Things to do for your home in February!

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February is almost over, but you still have time to get a few things checked off of your February Maintenance Checklist. With your Colorado Springs Home , you may find yourself looking for indoor tasks to help with cabin fever this winter. Regular upkeep in your home can keep your home value up as well as stay on top of repairs before they become too costly.  Here is a short list of things you can knock out this weekend to keep you home well cared for. Clean and Vacuum Curtains Curtains collect dust!  Always double check the cleaning instructions on your curtains before washing.  Some you can just toss in your washer to freshen up.  Others can only be hand washed.  If they aren't too bad you can just grab a vacuum and knock the dust off.  Make sure not to overlook the curtain rods and the top of the curtains when you vacuum.  That is where most of the dust will collect.  Check Caulking Around Showers and Bathtubs Caulking can help p...