Solar Panels
Solar panels are a frequent sight atop the roofs of residential homes. Harness the power of enewable energy — and a decrease energy bills with residential solar power production. Your options for a solar PV system on your home are…
Indoor Air Quality
We spend a lot of time inside our homes: cooking, eating, sleeping, playing, relaxing, etc. During that time, we are breathing inside air which contains allergens and pollutants. The quality of the air inside our homes effects our health and…
More Than the Top 10%
Peak Producers 2022 Great news! I rejoined the Peak Producers, a by-invitation group of the top 10% of real estate brokers in the Colorado Springs area. Having qualified for membership each year since 2014, I sometimes but not always have…
Colorado Springs Ranks #36 in Top 100 Metro Areas for Increase in Home Value Over the Last Year
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (www.fhfa.org) collects information on home purchases within Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSA) to track the change in home values over time. In 2021, Colorado Springs ranked #36 out of the top 100 MSAs for increase in…
LOCAL 1% FOR THE PLANET MEMBER COMPANY LIVE DREAM COLORADO DONATES TO TRAILS AND OPEN SPACE COALITION FOR THE EIGHTH YEAR
As an internationally recognized 1% for the Planet member company, Live Dream Colorado supports Trails and Open Space Coalition in their work to protect natural outdoor spaces in the Colorado Springs area. Live Dream Colorado, led by broker owner…
Market Activity as of August 2021
Have you been keeping up with the local housing market? If not, this year’s statistics might surprise you. If you’re thinking of buying or selling property, or just interested in the housing market, these numbers give you insights into the…
ADU Accessory Dwelling Unit Colorado Springs
A terrific way to add value to your property is to build an ADU, an Accessory Dwelling Unit. An ADU can be either an attached or detached secondary residence that is smaller than the primary residence. A property with a…
For the seventh year real estate brokerage Live Dream Colorado fulfills annual 1% for the Planet pledge, donating to support the environment
Time spent in nature has always been my favorite kind of time. As a kid I played in lakes and ponds in Kentucky. I ran around on farms and climbed trees. Whether digging in the dirt or picking up rocks,…
Market Activity End of 2020
As we head into the year 2021, the Colorado Springs real estate market has been unlike anything we’ve seen before. The total number of available listings is by far the lowest on record.Meanwhile the total number of sales per month…
DISPELLING REFINANCING MYTHS
Have you been considering refinancing? It seems like everyone is talking about record low interest rates right now. For many homeowners, refinancing can not only lower your monthly payments and help with your monthly budget, but it can save you…
PREPPING PETS FOR THE MOVE
Your moving day is set and it’s time to start preparing! As you’re making your lists and checking them twice, don’t forget to factor in your furry friends. Here are some tips for making sure the process goes smoothly. MEDICAL…
Dave Ramsey Endorsed Local Provider
Work With One of the Best Real Estate Agents in Your Area When buying or selling a house, you want a real estate agent who negotiates the best deal and treats you as their most important client. That’s what you…
Best REALTOR®
Lauren D Collier again named among the 10 Best Real Estate Professionals for Client Satisfaction in Colorado. Having received this recognition also in years past, Lauren is humbled and honored to again be recognized by the American Institute of Real…
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HOME WARRANTY & HOME INSURANCE
When purchasing a new home, it’s important to do in-depth research on all facets of the home buying process. One thing you’ll need to understand is how to best protect yourself and your investment if anything were to go wrong.…
LOCAL 1% FOR THE PLANET MEMBER COMPANY LIVE DREAM COLORADO DONATES TO TRAILS AND OPEN SPACE COALITION FOR THE SIXTH YEAR
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – June 5, 2020: For the sixth year, real estate brokerage Live Dream Colorado has fulfilled its commitment to donate a portion of annual sales revenue to support the environment. As an internationally recognized 1% for the…