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1001 Things to do in Colorado - #4 The Capitol Hill People?s Fair
2008-05-26 18:13:00
If you are looking for a weekend of good food, wonderful crafts and great bands, plan to attend June’s Capitol Hill People ’s Fair . Saturday June 7th from 10am-8pmSunday June 8th from 10am-7pmCivic Center ParkDowntown Denver The Fair began as a community get together in 1971 and has continued to grow into a diverse and wonderful weekend event ...
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1001 Things to do in Colorado- #3 Whitewater Rafting
2008-05-13 15:02:00
Even though it is the middle of May and I’m seeing snowflakes outside my window, it is time to consider some fun things to do during the late spring and summer. One of the activities high on my list is Colorado ’s Whitewater Rafting . The water is usually very high and cold in the springtime. If you ...
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First Quarter 2008 Denver Area Residential Absorption Rates
2008-05-07 14:29:00
There are no areas during the first quarter of 2008 that we would consider to be Seller’s Markets. We’ve moved into a neutral market in most residential areas, but this will change as the year moves on. Buyers will be aggressively negotiating in those areas that have increased supply on the market. I have seen a marked ...
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1001 Things to do in Colorado- #2 The Furry Scurry
2008-04-30 14:08:00
#2 The Furry Scurry– Denver If your dogs usually take you for a walk, you may want to take the lead by signing yourself and the furry crew up for the 2008 Dumb Friends League Furry Scurry. You’ll have to get a move on since the event is this Saturday at 9:00 am at Washington Park. The ...
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1001 Things to do in Colorado- #1 Denver Area Skate Parks
2008-04-28 14:47:00
This post is the first in a series of 1001. They are not in any particular order, just things that I have had the opportunity to do or are on my list of things not to miss in the great state of Colorado . #1– Denver Metro Area You’ve seen it on television during the Extreme Sports shows, but ...
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Looking for Missing Posts
2008-04-19 14:54:00
Early this week, my site, along with several other Realtor’s sites experienced a cyber attack. According to my webmaster, it appeared the attack was very focused and that whoever did this selected specific sites. My website is now up, but missing several months worth of content. I’m not sure if we will recover those missing articles, ...
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Let the 9Health Fair Begin
2008-04-07 13:53:00
One of the brightest harbringers of the Colorado spring is the 9Health Fair . If you are looking to do a little body spring cleaning along with that of your house, this is the place to be. Not only can you have your blood tests completed, you can have many other tests done at a much ...
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Furry Fun at Denver Dog Parks
2008-03-14 15:22:00
Cleanup bags are readily available at every entrance at Stapleton’s dog park. It is a wonderful place for our furry friends to romp and play with other dogs. Olive, now about six months old now, made her first trek out to the Stapleton dog park. She was a bit shy and overwhelmed with the variety and size of many of ...
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Didn?t We Just Fall Back?
2008-03-08 20:55:00
Tonight before I go to bed, I need to remember to set my clocks forward an hour. It’s time to “spring forward”. What has me really confused is that we just moved the clocks back an hour a couple months ago. I think someone out there is laughing as we turn up to church at the ...
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Didn’t We Just Fall Back?
2008-03-08 15:32:00
Tonight before I go to bed, I need to remember to set my clocks forward an hour. It’s time to “spring forward”. What has me really confused is that we just moved the clocks back an hour a couple months ago. I think someone out there is laughing as we turn up to church at the wrong time twice a year. Are we saving fuel? At least the clocks change on Sundays. Pastors, Rabbis and Priests are probably a little more forgiving than some of the bosses out there. The other good news is that the changing time announces the coming spring. Boy, am I ready! Share This
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Sharon McEachern and Denver?s First Friday Art Walk
2008-03-07 20:55:00
Described as one of the “fastest growing art districts in the country”, the Sante Fe Art District is one of Denver ’s wonderful places to go for amazing art. From 5th to 10th Avenues along Sante Fe Boulevard, there are more than 30 galleries. The First Friday Art Walk runs all year round from 6-9 pm. and ...
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Sharon McEachern and Denver’s First Friday Art Walk
2008-03-07 14:32:00
Described as one of the “fastest growing art districts in the country”, the Sante Fe Art District is one of Denver’s wonderful places to go for amazing art. From 5th to 10th Avenues along Sante Fe Boulevard, there are more than 30 galleries. The First Friday Art Walk runs all year round from 6-9 pm. and art lovers are invited to see the work of incredible artists. If you are looking for something amazing to do on Friday nights, this is one weekly event not to miss. Artist Sharon McEachern is known for her mixed media and has her work featured at the “Art Eclectic” show at the CORE New Art Space. The gallery is located at 9th and Sante Fe. Sharon wrote and asked that I invite all our Denver art connoisseurs to see her latest work. She has several very unique pieces and I look forward to visiting the gallery to see them up close and personal. Denver is lucky to have a wide variety of artists in many of our fabulous galleries around the area. The next time...

My 50th on Ice and You Are Invited
2008-03-04 14:44:00
I’m not usually a big one for birthday celebrations, however, 50 is one of those milestones and certainly deserves a good party. All of you are invited to my 50th birthday party which will be held January 2, 2009 on the Ocean Nova ship as it crosses the Drake Passage on its way to Antarctica. I’ve always wanted to ...
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Is the Successful Sale of Your House a Roll of the Dice?
2008-03-03 14:37:00
With 24,489 houses on the market in the Denver area as of the end of January and only 2,987 closings, is the successful sale of your house a roll of the dice? The answer is a resounding “No”. While there are certainly no guarantees, you can turn the odds in your favor by completing the ...
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The Reverse Mortgage Nevers
2008-02-23 16:17:00
Paul Martin from Security Title Guarantee has once again provided great information for us on Reverse Mortgage s. His first article, Take a Stand for Reverse Mortgage s, appeared last month. Here is the second article in his series of three. Thank you Paul! Hope you didn’t get tired of standing during the last blog, but I wanted you to experience ...
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Is a Visit to Colorado on your Bucket List?
2008-02-18 17:45:00
Yesterday my friend Gail and I went to see “The Bucket List ”. I laughed and cried. We all have our bucket list even as young people. Some want to get married and have children and others want to make a million and travel the globe. When I got home,  I started my bucket list. I ...
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Will the Increase in Conforming Loan Limits Benefit Colorado?
2008-02-15 15:00:00
President Bush signed the Economic Stimulus package on Wednesday and the impact for Colorado is yet to be determined. At this time it looks like Boulder may be the only area with a median home price high enough to gain an increase from the current $417,000 limit. 1. Loan limits will go up in metropolitan areas with high housing prices. Most experts are estimating that will occur in only 20 of 160 metropolitan areas. 2. The higher loan limits expire at end of the year. With HUD having 30 days to establish where the increase in loan limits will occur, it will be the middle of March before this is set. That will give borrowers about nine months if Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have a process in place to purchase those loans. 3. The increase in the FHA loan limits may or may not reach our area. It’s yet to be seen whether or not more borrowers in Colorado will see more of a benefit than the rebate checks. I’ll keep you posted. For further thoughts and comments from blogge...
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Free Tours for a Snowy Denver Day
2008-02-14 15:05:00
We still have a few weeks of winter left and if the occasional snowflakes happen to fall when you least expect them, you may want to consider taking one of the wonderful free tours available in the Denver area. Here are just a few suggestions. Coors Brewing Company Mon-Sat 10am-4pm 13th and Ford Street, Golden Denver Mint Mon-Fri 8am-3pm 320 W. Colfax Avenue, Denver Anheuser-Busch Brewery Thu-Mon 10am-4pm 2351 Busch Drive, Ft. Collins Celestial Seasonings Tour Mon-Sat, Sun 10am-3pm 11am-3pm 4600 Sleepytime Drive, Boulder Colorado State Capitol Tour Mon-Fri 9:15am-2:30pm 200 E. Colfax Avenue, Denver Hammonds Candy Company Mon-Fri Sat 9am-3pm 10am-3pm 5735 N. Washington, Denver I toured the State Capitol and the Mint when I was a child. I look forward to going back. I remember being fascinated, especially by how money is made. These are all wonderful places to visit on a snowy day, or any other day in fact. Happy touring! Share This
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Everyone Needs Puppy Therapy
2008-01-31 20:57:00
I’ve been in therapy since early January. I meet with my therapists every Saturday morning for an hour. The cost adds up, but it has been well worth the six dollars a session. I highly recommend these therapists. There is Princess the lab mix, Busby and Arnold the golden retriever brothers, Bailey the australian shepherd ...
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Fourth Quarter 2007 Denver Real Estate Absorption Rates
2008-01-27 17:19:00
Fourth quarter real estate statistics show that Highlands Ranch and Lone Tree are continuing to average a lower absorption rate in comparison to other featured areas, which can translate into quicker home sales. North Jefferson County’s absorption rate is also lower in this current quarter. During the third quarter we had three areas identified as a Buyers Market. This ...
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The Housing Woulda Shoulda Couldas
2008-01-25 14:42:00
“You know, your Dad and I almost bought that land years ago. Just imagine what it is worth today.” My mom said that every time drove by land along Parker Road just of I-225. That was more than a few years ago when my sisters and I were growing up. Is this year’s housing market one where we may look back and wish we woulda made that decision to buy?  When I listen to the Sunday financial shows one person will tell us that we’ve hit bottom and the time is ripe to buy. The next “expert” will tell us that the housing market still has a long way to drop. There are more mortgages that are going to be adjusting this year and some families will be hit hard. However, the new federal tax rebates are coming this summer and a quick three quarter point drop by the feds this week may begin the turn around. So, what should we do? That depends. (Don’t you hate that kind of answer? It happens to be the r...
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December 2007 Market Activity- Bonnie Brae and Belcaro
2008-01-25 04:47:00
Here is a summary of December 2007 sales in the Bonnie Brae and Belcaro neighborhoods. The east and west boundaries are Colorado Boulevard and University Boulevard and the north and south streets are E. Exposition Avenue and E. Mississippi Avenue. It is a wonderful neighborhood with a eclectic selection of homes. From historical homes to custom contemporary construction, the neighborhood offers something for everyone. The neighborhood is within walking distance of restaurants, shopping, parks and transportation routes.     Address Sales Price Sold Date Square Feet Days on Market Listing Company 1021 S. Milwaukee St $717,500 Dec 14th  2299 134 Preferred Properties* 3120 E. Kentucky Ave $2,249,673 Dec 18th  5071 27 Birch Street Realty*   If you missed out on purchasing one of these fabulous homes, there are 34 other homes currently on the market in the Denver...
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Take a Stand for Reverse Mortgages
2008-01-17 23:41:00
Over the last few months I’ve received a number of questions about reverse mortgages. Since the interest is high, I thought I’d go to one of my experts. Paul Martin is a Business Development Manager with the Security Title Reverse Mort gage Division. Paul has agreed to be a guest blogger regarding this critical topic. The ...
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Winter Silence at Cherry Creek State Park
2008-01-13 20:19:00
In summer, Cherry Creek State Park  is filled with bikers, hikers, traffic and boaters. It is always busy because of its convenience to the Denver area and all the activities that it supports. The Reservoir takes on a different feel during winter, especially after a winter storm. The amazing beauty and silence makes it a wonderful ...
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December 2007 Home Sales- Lowry Neighborhood
2008-01-10 14:46:00
  Here is an overview of December  2007 home sales in the Lowry neighborhood. The area is generally located between Yosemite Street (east) and Quebec Street (west), E. 11th Avenue (north) and Alameda Avenue (south). There is a small pocket that juts out to the west side. The Lowry neighborhood was developed as a result of the Lowry Air Force ...
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Any Hope of Keeping Your New Year?s Resolutions?
2008-01-02 16:42:00
Like most people, the end of every year I begin thinking about my New Year ’s Resolutions , or the goals I want to accomplish. Is there any hope that we can keep those resolutions? Here are a few steps I hope to use in accomplishing mine. 1.  Keep the goals simple and reasonable. If you want to ...
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Every Ornament Has a Story
2007-12-23 17:43:00
Every Christmas I admire the most creative and beautifully decorated trees imaginable. I see them at stores, on do it yourself television shows and in other people’s homes. However, I wouldn’t trade my tree for any of them. Why? Because every one of our well-loved ornaments has a story. We pull out the ornament box and ...
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An Olive for Christmas
2007-12-18 15:00:00
The snow has been falling over the last week, Christmas music fills the air and the best holiday shows are on television, sometimes over and over again. Christmas is a wonderful time of year. This year I decided to get myself a Christmas present. While things are a bit slow, I have time to read, sit by the fireplace, get things done around the house, plan the Christmas Eve menu and…housebreak a new puppy. Olive , a mixed English Pointer, has joined the Steck family. As most of you know, I had to put my golden retriever, Bailey, down earlier this year because of old age and a stroke. I’ve missed her terribly. Courtney, my yellow lab, has also been in a bit of a funk. So, it was time. I had considered getting a Golden Doodle, but most of my dogs have come from the shelter. I visited the Denver Dumb Friends League several  times over the last six weeks. It was difficult to walk away without a dog, but the first couple of times, I just thought about Bailey. Ab...

Start 2008 with the End in Mind
2007-12-13 18:12:00
A pilot on the speaker, “Ladies and gentlemen, I have some good news and some bad news, our navigation system is down, but we have a good tailwind. So, while we don’t know where we are going to end up, we’ll get there sooner than expected.”  Have you already begun your planning for 2008 ? The new ...
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What in the World is Blogging?
2007-12-02 20:10:00
I’ve been blogging now for a little less than a year. When I try to explain blogging to my clients, family members and friends, their eyes usually glaze over. I have to admit that mine probably did as well just a couple of years ago. So, what in the world is blogging? Commoncraft has come up with a fabulous video that puts the concept of blogging into plain English. Their video productions are a definite must see. Check it out. Special thanks to Jim Duncan who featured this video on his Real Central VA blog, one of my favorite reads. Enjoy! Share This
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