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Our blog is a rich resource of information about buying and selling real estate, DIY and home renovation ideas, RE/MAX of Cherry Creek updates, Denver news, and what life is like in Colorado!

Tired of long, leaf-peeping drives? Stay in the city!

Tired of long, leaf-peeping drives? Stay in the city!

Every year around this time, articles abound on where to see the best fall color displays in the mountains. People then flock to the hills, only to find themselves fuming about traffic jams. But there are plenty of gorgeous spots to view brilliant colors in the Denver-metro area. If you don’t have the time to head the...

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6 ways to keep your home safe from theft

6 ways to keep your home safe from theft

Even seasoned homeowners might be unfamiliar with simple ways to protect their homes. While no one should live in fear of a break-in, it pays to be diligent and take basic security precautions. “Securing a home doesn’t have to mean building a prison that traps residents inside to keep intruders out; it can often be...

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What does it mean when someone says a home has “good bones”?

What does it mean when someone says a home has “good bones”?

If you’re a fan of HGTV, you’ve no doubt frequently heard the phrase “it has good bones,” referring to a home in need of renovation. But what does that mean, exactly?  The answer can be hard to pin down. “In most cases, it seems to refer to the architectural integrity of a structure,” notes The Kitchn website, “but when...

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Coffee or cocktails? It’s your choice at all-day café bars

Coffee or cocktails? It’s your choice at all-day café bars

Some people flock to their favorite coffee shops in the morning. Others prefer to head out at night for cocktails and conversation. The good news is that now you can find both in the same location. They’re called all-day café bars: “somewhere that’s open from morning to night, with both caffeine and booze on the menu,”...

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New Colorado laws address lease agreements

New Colorado laws address lease agreements

Attention tenants and landlords: Colorado recently passed new laws regarding lease agreements that you should know about. Why are they important to note? Landlords need to review these updates to freshen up their leases, and renters should make sure they know their rights as tenants. If you have any questions about the...

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5 great kid-friendly spots for fall hikes

5 great kid-friendly spots for fall hikes

During these fall days, when the kids are antsy to get outside, why not take them on a hike? Remember: you live in Colorado. That means you don’t have to go far to find some amazing spots. In less than an hour’s drive from the city, you can find gorgeous scenery and hiking trails galore. Here are a few trails recommended...

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RE/MAX of Cherry Creek Ranked #1 for Denver-Area Women-Owned Businesses

RE/MAX of Cherry Creek Ranked #1 for Denver-Area Women-Owned Businesses

RE/MAX of Cherry Creek was recently recognized in the Denver Business Journal as #1 in the 2023 list of Denver-Area Women-Owned Businesses. Ranked by 2022 revenue, the rankings are compiled from women-owned businesses within the seven-county metro area (Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas, and Jefferson...

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Diane Kreider Earns Lifetime Achievement Award

Diane Kreider Earns Lifetime Achievement Award

We are thrilled to congratulate Diane Kreider of the KREIDER | HOLVICK team for receiving the RE/MAX Lifetime Achievement Award, which honors highly successful agents who have been affiliated with the RE/MAX organization for at least seven years and have earned at least $3 million in commissions. Reaching this level is a...

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Developers offer important innovations to conserve water

Developers offer important innovations to conserve water

In drought-prone Colorado, water is on everyone’s mind, but especially new home community developers, who must assure buyers in young municipalities that they will have water to sustain them for years to come. Although developers of new neighborhoods in places like Denver and Boulder only pay a tap fee to access water,...

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Enjoy Oktoberfest events…in September!

Enjoy Oktoberfest events…in September!

It may only be August, but Oktoberfests are scheduled across the state for next month. Get ready to pull on your lederhosen and raise your mugs to celebrate German beer, food and culture—if not the country’s sense of timing. “Given the name, one would think that it would also be a chance to celebrate the great month of...

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Tired of long, leaf-peeping drives? Stay in the city!

Tired of long, leaf-peeping drives? Stay in the city!

Every year around this time, articles abound on where to see the best fall color displays in the mountains. People then flock to the hills, only to find themselves fuming about traffic jams. But there are plenty of gorgeous spots to view brilliant colors in the...

read more
6 ways to keep your home safe from theft

6 ways to keep your home safe from theft

Even seasoned homeowners might be unfamiliar with simple ways to protect their homes. While no one should live in fear of a break-in, it pays to be diligent and take basic security precautions. “Securing a home doesn’t have to mean building a prison that traps...

read more
What does it mean when someone says a home has “good bones”?

What does it mean when someone says a home has “good bones”?

If you’re a fan of HGTV, you’ve no doubt frequently heard the phrase “it has good bones,” referring to a home in need of renovation. But what does that mean, exactly?  The answer can be hard to pin down. “In most cases, it seems to refer to the architectural integrity...

read more
Coffee or cocktails? It’s your choice at all-day café bars

Coffee or cocktails? It’s your choice at all-day café bars

Some people flock to their favorite coffee shops in the morning. Others prefer to head out at night for cocktails and conversation. The good news is that now you can find both in the same location. They’re called all-day café bars: “somewhere that’s open from morning...

read more
New Colorado laws address lease agreements

New Colorado laws address lease agreements

Attention tenants and landlords: Colorado recently passed new laws regarding lease agreements that you should know about. Why are they important to note? Landlords need to review these updates to freshen up their leases, and renters should make sure they know their...

read more
5 great kid-friendly spots for fall hikes

5 great kid-friendly spots for fall hikes

During these fall days, when the kids are antsy to get outside, why not take them on a hike? Remember: you live in Colorado. That means you don’t have to go far to find some amazing spots. In less than an hour’s drive from the city, you can find gorgeous scenery and...

read more
Diane Kreider Earns Lifetime Achievement Award

Diane Kreider Earns Lifetime Achievement Award

We are thrilled to congratulate Diane Kreider of the KREIDER | HOLVICK team for receiving the RE/MAX Lifetime Achievement Award, which honors highly successful agents who have been affiliated with the RE/MAX organization for at least seven years and have earned at...

read more
Developers offer important innovations to conserve water

Developers offer important innovations to conserve water

In drought-prone Colorado, water is on everyone’s mind, but especially new home community developers, who must assure buyers in young municipalities that they will have water to sustain them for years to come. Although developers of new neighborhoods in places like...

read more
Enjoy Oktoberfest events…in September!

Enjoy Oktoberfest events…in September!

It may only be August, but Oktoberfests are scheduled across the state for next month. Get ready to pull on your lederhosen and raise your mugs to celebrate German beer, food and culture—if not the country’s sense of timing. “Given the name, one would think that it...

read more