When you’re shopping for a mortgage, you want to get the best possible interest rate – but how do you do that? What Determines Interest Rates? Your credit score and the market typically determine what interest rates you’re eligible for when you apply for a mortgage loan. However, there are a few things you can [...]
If you’ve just bought a home for sale in Aspen, you’ll probably want to bring it to life with amazing houseplants – but what kind should you get? 4 Great Indoor Houseplants for Your Aspen Home The best houseplants take chemicals out of the air and provide you with extra oxygen. Some of the most [...]
You don’t have to be particularly handy to tackle these common plumbing-related jobs around the house. Switching a Toilet Seat Changing a toilet seat just depends on removing and replacing a few nuts and bolts. Just make sure you buy the right size and shape and you’ll be all set. A new toilet seat kit [...]
If you’re thinking about remodeling your home in Aspen, you’re probably wondering how much cash you can earn back at the closing table. Here’s a quick run-down on the average return on investment for the most common home renovations. Average Return on Investment for Home Remodeling Projects While your actual return on investment will vary [...]
If you’re buying a condo or home in Aspen that you intend to rent out seasonally, you’ll probably need a property manager – and that’s true whether you live in town or you migrate elsewhere when you’re not here. But what is a property manager, and what does he or she do? What Does a [...]
If you’re buying a newly constructed home for sale, you’ll most likely get a builder’s warranty with your purchase. But what does a builder’s warranty cover? What Does a Builder’s Warranty Cover? While every builder is different, for the most part, your builder’s warranty should cover: Carpentry Clapboard and shingles Concrete foundations and floors Doors [...]
Whether you’re buying a home for sale in Aspen or you’ve lived here for quite some time, you probably know that there is always something fun to do here – and this August is no exception. Here’s a quick list of three fun things to do this August in Aspen. 3 Fun Things to Do [...]
