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Oct 8, 2026 • 3 min read

Colorado Foreclosures Up 57%: How to Buy a Bank-Owned Home

Are foreclosures rising in Colorado? Yes: Colorado foreclosure filings rose 57% in the first half of 2026, the second-fastest increase of any state. ATTOM counted 3,943 Colorado filings from January through June, one for every 657 homes. This week a bank took back an apartment building in Aurora at a foreclosure auction, and four apartment complexes in Greeley face an $18 million foreclosure. If

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May 11, 2026 6 min read

How to Remove Ice Dams from a Colorado Roof (2026)

An ice dam forms when heat leaking from your attic melts snow on the upper roof, and that meltwater refreezes at the cold eaves, building a ridge of ice that backs water up under the shingles. Front Range homes see this every winter when a sunny afternoon melt is followed by a hard overnight freeze.Colorado's winter pattern is built for ice dams: bright, sun-warmed afternoons that melt snow even

May 11, 2026 9 min read

The Roof Report: What Every Colorado Home Buyer Should Inspect Before Closing

Before you sign on the dotted line, what's above your head matters just as much as what's beneath your feet. Here's what to look for — and why it can't wait. Buying a home in Colorado is one of the most significant financial decisions you will ever make. The Front Range, the mountain foothills, the high plains — each region presents its own set of environmental realities that bear directly on a h

May 11, 2026 7 min read

Selling a Fire-Damaged Home in Colorado: Agent or Cash Buyer

A fire-damaged home in Colorado sells for the most money when the owner settles the insurance claim first, discloses the fire on the Colorado Seller's Property Disclosure, remediates the smoke and soot, and then compares an MLS listing against direct cash offers with the real numbers side by side. Skip the claim and the remediation and the only buyers left are cash investors paying 50% to 70% of

May 11, 2026 10 min read

Downsizing to a Ranch or Main-Floor Suite in Centennial

Fewer stairs can make a home easier to live in, but the right Centennial move is not always the smallest or simplest floor plan. A true ranch, a two-story with a main-floor primary suite, a patio home, and a paired home can all solve different problems.The better question is how the home works on an ordinary Tuesday: groceries, laundry, pets, guests, snow at the entry, storage, and the walk from

May 10, 2026 9 min read

How Lone Tree Celebrates the Holidays

The holiday season in Lone Tree feels intentional in a way many suburban communities struggle to achieve. Streets glow with elegant seasonal lighting, neighbors gather for annual traditions, and everyday routines become infused with a stronger sense of community. From festive evenings at the Lone Tree Arts Center to winter walks overlooking the Front Range, the season here is less about crowded t

May 9, 2026 11 min read

Pre-Offer Home Checks: What Savvy Denver Metro Buyers Look For Before the Official Inspection

The Denver Metro real estate market demands more than just browsing listings. It requires a sharp eye and a proactive approach, especially when you're looking at potential homes. Before you even consider making an offer or scheduling a professional inspection, you, as a buyer, can do some key visual checks. These early observations can really help your decisions, prevent surprises, and ensure you

May 8, 2026 10 min read

Best Fine Dining Near Denver Tech Center & Lone Tree | Kenna Real Estate Group -

The Denver Tech Center is known for business, innovation, and luxury living — but for many South Metro residents, it’s also one of Colorado’s most underrated culinary destinations. From elegant steakhouses and modern Italian restaurants to chef-driven dining experiences tucked into Lone Tree and Greenwood Village, the DTC dining scene blends sophistication with Colorado’s relaxed lifestyle cultur

May 8, 2026 7 min read

How to Sell a Mortgage Note in Colorado: What Note Holders Need to Know

Selling a mortgage note in Colorado is not complicated, but it does have some moving parts that catch sellers off guard. The process is different from selling a property, and the buyers you will encounter are not all the same. If you are holding a note and thinking about cashing out, here is what actually matters.When you seller-financed a property in Colorado, you became the lender. The buyer ma

May 7, 2026 6 min read

Why Hire Professional Movers for a Colorado Move

Professional movers earn their cost back on a Front Range move the first time a couch clears a tight stairwell or a heavy dresser survives a walk-up without a scratch. Between the truck rental, gas, insurance and a full day of lifting, a DIY move regularly costs nearly as much as hiring it out, without the protection if something breaks.A DIY truck rental for a local move runs $100 to $300 plus m

May 6, 2026 7 min read

Adding a Porch to a Colorado Home: Cost and ROI

A 200-square-foot front porch runs $8,000 to $24,000 in the Denver metro, needs a building permit, and recovers 60% to 80% of its cost at resale in most cases when it fits the house and the neighborhood. Front Range frost depth, HOA review, and hail-resistant roofing are the three factors that change the math from what a national cost guide shows.A straightforward front porch, structurally simple

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