April 27, 2017
Over half-a-million dollars has been disbursed to non-profits so far this year!
Posted in Community by Windermere Foundation
Generous donations to the Windermere Foundation over the years have enabled Windermere offices to continue to support local non-profits like the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless.
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April 26, 2017
The 4 Phases of Remodeling: Happily Ever After
Posted in Houzz.com by Houzz.com
This fairy-tale phase of a home remodel is the tail end of any major project. The Honeymoon has come and gone. The Midproject Crisis has thankfully passed. The Renewal of Vows has given you the strength you need to continue on, and now we’re finally, and gratefully, just about out of phases. It’s time to wrap up this series on the ups and downs of remodeling by detailing the final few steps...
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April 25, 2017
How Neighborhood Affects Home Value
Posted in Buying and Selling by Tara Sharp
A real estate agent’s appraisal will not only consider the selling prices of surrounding properties, as the online services do, but also take into consideration a host of other criteria. For instance, when it comes to assessing the surrounding neighborhood, the following factors can often significantly affect the market price of a home:
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April 19, 2017
The 4 Phases of Remodeling: The Renewal of Vows
Posted in Houzz.com by Houzz.com
Passing the midway point of a remodel can be an exciting time. After weeks (or months, but hopefully not years) of being in a state of disarray, things finally start to feel as if they’re coming together. You’ve experienced the fast-paced bliss of the Honeymoon. You’ve trudged through the slowdown that comes with the Midproject Crisis. And now? Now you’re ready to gaze lovingly...
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April 17, 2017
How to Avoid the Most Common Buying and Selling Mistakes
Posted in Buying and Selling by Tara Sharp
There’s nothing more exciting, rewarding, and fulfilling than buying a home. However, it’s a complex transaction, and there are a number of steps along the path that can confuse, betwixt, and befuddle even the most seasoned buyers and sellers. How can you avoid those potential pitfalls and common mistakes? Look to your real estate professional for advice and keep these guidelines in mind:
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April 14, 2017
Home Decorating Trends Expected To Last Through 2018
Posted in Living by Pattie O'Loughlin
Home décor and design trends are an ever-changing landscape by nature. Consumers grow weary of seeing the same colors and styles, and who doesn’t love to freshen up their home with a few new throw pillows? Some trends can be fleeting and you might feel resistant to jumping into them if you’re afraid that this year’s color of the year is next year’s Harvest Gold.
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April 10, 2017
The 4 Phases of Remodeling: The Midproject Crisis
Posted in Houzz.com by Houzz.com
We recently covered the ins and outs of what I refer to as the Honeymoon Phase of construction. Next up is a stage similar to a concept most everyone is familiar with: the Midlife Crisis. (Whether you’ve experienced one or not is an entirely different story.) It often comes with questions like, “What am I doing? Where am I going? What is the meaning of life?”
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April 07, 2017
Work Smarter – Not Harder with Smart Home Technology
Posted in Living by Pattie O'Loughlin
While home automation is becoming more prevalent, naturally there are more and more products becoming available as “smart devices”. Here are some of the more diverse home gadgets we have found, beyond thermostats and security cameras:
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April 06, 2017
Spring Perspectives
Posted in Perspectives by Jill Jacobi Wood, OB Jacobi & Geoff Wood
When Windermere first opened its doors in 1972, it was a one-office operation in Northeast Seattle. Since then, we have grown to more than 300 offices in 10 states throughout the Western U.S. We are truly, and proudly, a regional company. In that same vein, Windermere Living started as a Pacific Northwest publication but now encompasses all the areas where we have offices, from San Diego to...
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April 05, 2017
A Quick Guide to Understanding Real Estate Designations
Posted in Buying and Selling by Tara Sharp
What do those letters and acronyms mean at the end of your real estate agent’s name? We’re here to answer that question and explain why it might matter to you. Like other professionals, real estate agents have the ability to specialize in certain areas of the business by earning designations. Those acronyms signify that they have achieved a specific designation through extensive training...
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