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RE/MAX of Cherry Creek Recognized as a Top Denver-Area Residential Real Estate Brokerage
RE/MAX of Cherry Creek is honored to have been recognized as one of the top Denver-area residential real estate brokerages by the Denver Business Journal! Our brokers are among the best in the industry and are dedicated to providing outstanding real estate services to the Denver metro area. Over this past year, our...
Which ski pass to buy? Here are two of the most popular
With the start of ski season only a few months away, the eternal question returns: Which ski pass to buy? Among the two most popular choices are the Epic and Ikon passes. Both offer a mix of local, national and international resorts. Each has different allowances in terms of blackout days, discounted “buddy” tickets and...
Denver rents fall in wake of pandemic
After years of soaring demand and the associated rising rents, Denver’s apartment market is showing signs of softening, due to the coronavirus pandemic. According to Denverite, the median rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Denver was $1,345 in June. This represented the third straight month of rent declines, as the...
Denver metro area sees heated homebuying in July
Denver metro residential real estate is in a fever. According to a new report, buyers snapped up homes nearly as fast as face masks last month. Despite the pandemic, the number of home closings soared to a record-breaking high in July—nearly 7% more than the previous high, logged in June 2017. Even sales of “luxury” homes...
The pandemic brings a new normal to home showing procedures
As the coronavirus continues its ruthless rampage across the nation, Americans have learned to carry on in a “new normal” way. Nowhere is this truer than with residential real estate transactions. People still buy and sell homes, but with new practices in place to ensure the safety of all involved. What’s the new normal?...
Lawmakers hope to raise money by killing Gallagher Amendment
As the coronavirus takes its toll on jobs, resulting in lower tax revenue, the Colorado budget is on life support. As a result, state lawmakers are taking aim at the Gallagher Amendment, which effectively reduces residential property taxes. In November, voters will be asked to repeal the amendment. “If we don’t make a...
5 natural repellents that banish mosquitos
Drinks on the patio, a slight breeze, and beautiful Colorado skies. What could make for a nicer evening? And what could destroy that evening faster than a squadron of mosquitos dive bombing you and your guests? You can always apply mosquito repellent. But why use chemicals when natural alternatives are just as good? The...
Unsure of what to throw in your recycling bin? Here are the do’s and don’ts
It sounds like the simplest task: place materials that can be recycled into bins separate from your usual trash, so that they can be repurposed down the line. But are jar lids recyclable? Is there a difference between a greasy pizza box and a clean one? Can you throw a broken drinking glass in the bin along with glass...
Quick Tip of the Month: How to remove mold from your refrigerator door
These days, everyone is looking to save time. We aim to help! We will offer a simple tip for everything from home renovation to cleaning to home buying in this space every month. Today’s tip: How to remove mold from your refrigerator door: If you are seeing black spots on the rubber seal to your refrigerator door, it’s...
7 ways to save money during a home renovation
You’ve been waiting years to save enough money to upgrade your kitchen, update your bathrooms – or do any number of renovations. Finally, you’re ready to begin. But anyone who has ever watched The Property Brothers knows that just one surprise—such as hidden rodent or water damage—can bust your budget wide open. That’s...
RE/MAX of Cherry Creek Recognized as a Top Denver-Area Residential Real Estate Brokerage
RE/MAX of Cherry Creek is honored to have been recognized as one of the top Denver-area residential real estate brokerages by the Denver Business Journal! Our brokers are among the best in the industry and are dedicated to providing outstanding real estate services to...
Which ski pass to buy? Here are two of the most popular
With the start of ski season only a few months away, the eternal question returns: Which ski pass to buy? Among the two most popular choices are the Epic and Ikon passes. Both offer a mix of local, national and international resorts. Each has different allowances in...
Denver rents fall in wake of pandemic
After years of soaring demand and the associated rising rents, Denver’s apartment market is showing signs of softening, due to the coronavirus pandemic. According to Denverite, the median rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Denver was $1,345 in June. This represented...
Denver metro area sees heated homebuying in July
Denver metro residential real estate is in a fever. According to a new report, buyers snapped up homes nearly as fast as face masks last month. Despite the pandemic, the number of home closings soared to a record-breaking high in July—nearly 7% more than the previous...
The pandemic brings a new normal to home showing procedures
As the coronavirus continues its ruthless rampage across the nation, Americans have learned to carry on in a “new normal” way. Nowhere is this truer than with residential real estate transactions. People still buy and sell homes, but with new practices in place to...
Lawmakers hope to raise money by killing Gallagher Amendment
As the coronavirus takes its toll on jobs, resulting in lower tax revenue, the Colorado budget is on life support. As a result, state lawmakers are taking aim at the Gallagher Amendment, which effectively reduces residential property taxes. In November, voters will be...
5 natural repellents that banish mosquitos
Drinks on the patio, a slight breeze, and beautiful Colorado skies. What could make for a nicer evening? And what could destroy that evening faster than a squadron of mosquitos dive bombing you and your guests? You can always apply mosquito repellent. But why use...
Unsure of what to throw in your recycling bin? Here are the do’s and don’ts
It sounds like the simplest task: place materials that can be recycled into bins separate from your usual trash, so that they can be repurposed down the line. But are jar lids recyclable? Is there a difference between a greasy pizza box and a clean one? Can you throw...
Quick Tip of the Month: How to remove mold from your refrigerator door
These days, everyone is looking to save time. We aim to help! We will offer a simple tip for everything from home renovation to cleaning to home buying in this space every month. Today’s tip: How to remove mold from your refrigerator door: If you are seeing black...
7 ways to save money during a home renovation
You’ve been waiting years to save enough money to upgrade your kitchen, update your bathrooms – or do any number of renovations. Finally, you’re ready to begin. But anyone who has ever watched The Property Brothers knows that just one surprise—such as hidden rodent or...