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5 Tips for an Easy Move

7/19/2017

 
So you bought a new house and the big move is coming up fast. Moving isn’t fun for anyone, but there are a few things you can do to make it easier. The key is planning. You never want to feel rushed while you’re packing because then boxes will get stuffed with knick knacks from all over the house and unpacking will be a nightmare.

Here are 5 tips to make moving a little less awful:

Start Sooner Than You Think
Everyone knows packing takes time, but packing takes even more time than that. Plan accordingly. Start packing all nonessentials a month or two before moving day, depending on the size of your home. Start with extra towels, the kids least favorite toys and the linen closets, leaving behind only the essentials. Starting early means you can work slowly and avoid the last minute rush.
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7 Things to Do Immediately After Buying a Home

2/13/2017

 
Congratulations on your new home! A new home is full of potential opportunities and empty rooms ready for a fresh coat of paint. It’s exciting to move into a new home but it’s also easy to get carried away. There are a handful of things you need to do when you first move into a home and a few things you need to hold back on.

Here are our 7 tips for getting settled in your new home: ​
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7 Tips to Prep Your Finances for Home Buying in 2017

12/13/2016

 
If your resolution for 2017 is to buy a house, for the first time or as an upgrade, take the next several months to ensure your finances are in tip top shape and ready to purchase a home.

Here are 7 financials tips to prepare for buying a home:

Understand the Costs
Down payment, earnest money, home inspection, closing costs, moving expenses. When saving to purchase a home, take all of this into consideration. Many expenses can be negotiated in the sales contract for a seller to pay, but it’s not a guarantee. Sit down with a real estate agent to get a realistic feel for how much you need to have saved. It’s better to be prepared than to be surprised.
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7 Summertime Catastrophes to Prepare for Before You Leave Town

6/14/2016

 
The sun is out and so are Denverites. With the Rockies in our backyards and nearly endless sunshine, it’s almost impossible to resist the call of weekend trips. Whether you’re traveling for a weekend to the mountains or taking a week long summer vacation out of the country, you want to be careful to protect your house from damages.

Here are 7 summer home incidents to prepare for:
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1. Water Leaks
The most common water leaks come from refrigerators, swamp coolers, dishwashers and washer hoses. Before you leave on your vacation turn off the water to these lines or you may be coming to some mushy floors. You can do a quick test for leaks on your own before taking off. Check your water meter and wait 15 minutes, make sure that no one uses any water. Check the water meter again, if it shows that there has been water use, you likely have a leak.

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