home improvement

Baby Steps: 285 Martin Drive

285 Martin Drive closer to feeling like home This week/weekend – another perfect one for projects – saw a couple of things come to fruition at 285 Martin Drive. We are picking up speed on projects that add finishing touches now that most of the unpacking and picture hanging has been completed. 1. We got …

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Tips to prevent Real estate water damage

Flood Insurance, real estate water damage While the fall of 2014 has been nothing like 2013, it’s safe to say that we all learned something about ourselves and our real estate water damage when it rained for a week last September. But even rains that don’t escalate into flooding and ground saturation can cause damage, …

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Boulder real estate listing photos and descriptive language

A BOULDER real estate listing is not that hard to sell! But a client deserves their Realtor’s best effort even in a good market. I will hold my tongue about whether I think this Boulder real estate listing would be better off without this image entirely, but I will say that if you are going …

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More Martin Acres Boulder flood pictures

Martin Acres Boulder What is the first question every buyer in 2014 has asked, upon viewing a house, townhome or condo with square footage below garden level?  WAS THIS PROPERTY AFFECTED BY THE FLOOD IN SEPTEMBER 2013? Buyers and sellers should keep the flood of 2013 in mind. Sellers should be upfront about damage and …

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Northern Colorado Real estate maintenance tips

Northern Colorado real estate requires maintenance We live in climate that is both beautiful and somewhat harsh. Enjoying four distinct seasons in northern Colorado means we need to prepare for each… And commit to the repairs and maintenance that each season inflicts on our homes. Right now – straddling summer and winter, our Colorado fall …

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Boulder CO real estate issues – Dandelions!

Boulder CO real estate is valuable, beautiful and fun… But not immune to issues. The problem with dandelions… A man who took great pride in his lawn found himself with a large crop of dandelions. He tried every method he knew to get rid of them. Still they plagued him.  Finally he wrote to the Department …

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Northern Colorado Homeowner Maintenance Tips

Homeowner Maintenance Tips, for your convenience! Like me, your new year’s resolutions may have included taking better care of things.  You know… pets, car, relationships, etc.  How about your home?  That place keeps you warm and safe. It offers you space to create, grow, entertain, nurture, get private time and quiet time…   And you …

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Home Improvement – Be careful who you hire!

Home Improvement Gone Awry! So there you are, the proud new owner of a new house.  It has taken a boatload of your money and for the first couple of years, it will be a stretch financially, but worth it.  You know its a good investment – but only if you take care of it, …

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Boulder County Real Estate Photography – It matters, a lot!

Boulder County real estate photography The long and the short of it is;  If your Realtor doesn’t have the skills, time or inclination, then be sure they are going to hire someone who does! Your money depends on it. As I was scanning my inbox today, I came upon an email from a client. It …

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New Carpet: Home Improvement Answers For You!

New carpet: 4 Fundamental Questions (and answers) to Know Before Purchasing The thought of new carpet probably has you scratching your head. What will replacement cost? What should I buy? From who? What style? If these are questions you have, you’re not alone—they’re the four most common questions we receive at Carpet Captain.  We’ll not only …

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