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Colorado Springs Housing Market Fall 2015
I was doing a bit of market research lately and found some information you might find helpful.
The expert analysts over at Keeping Current Matters have filed their report for the Fall of 2015, and it appears things are looking up in real estate.
According to numbers gathered by the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), home prices have risen in every region since this time last year.
The FHFA report shows that every state is appreciating at a different rate. While some states are experiencing more rapid appreciation than others, there is a very good chance your home has gone up in value regardless of where you live.
The above map is just a general overview of home appreciation by state. To get a more specific idea of how much your home has appreciated, I recommend contacting me for a FREE market analysis.
You might be surprised by how much your home is really worth. As home prices recover, and even rise above their pre-recession levels, the market will begin to normalize.
According to the Home Price Expectation Survey, by the end of this year, values will have appreciated by 4.1%. Next year, prices are expected to rise 3.7% before flattening to just over 3% from 2017 to 2019.
This expected slowdown in home appreciation is the result of a normal, healthy market.
As a homeowner, now is a great time to cash in on the equity you’ve built in recent years. With interest rates as low as they are, there is no better time to sell your current home for top dollar and lock in an incredibly low rate on your new one.
Obviously, whether you’re ready to sell is ultimately up to you. I just wanted to let you know how favorable the market is for sellers right now.
If you’ve been waiting for ideal market conditions to sell, it won’t get much better than this.
Again, if you’re simply curious about how much your home’s value has increased in recent years, don’t hesitate to contact me.
Or, if you’re unsure about what to do and would like more information about the Colorado Springs market, give me a call or shoot me an email! It’s my job to keep you in the loop with what’s going on in our area, and I would love to hear from you!
I hope you found this information helpful!
5 Ideas to Make Your Home Office More Useful
What Do You Need to Create a Useful Home Office?
Working from home has serious benefits. You can't beat the commute or the flexibility you have when it comes to structuring your day. But there are also drawbacks. Creating a makeshift office at the kitchen table could mean important documents end up with a coffee ring or worse, go missing.
Whether you work full-time from home or just need an occasional workspace, thoughtful room design can make all the difference. From task lighting to functional storage, here are a few pointers for setting up an effective home office:
Lighting -- Ensure you have both general and task lighting to prevent eyestrain. Ideally, office lighting should illuminate your work space without adding glare to your computer screen.
Ergonomics -- Arrange your desk, chair and the computer screen so you're sitting in a neutral position while typing. Avoid any positions that require twisting or leaning forward, as both put a strain on your back.
Cable Management -- Keep control of cables with color-coded ties and clips. Don't forget to include a charging station for all of your electronic devices.
Aesthetics -- Consider the view from your office window. If you don't have the luxury of overlooking a beautiful outdoor space, add decorative touches indoors to create an office you'll love spending time in.
Storage -- Integrate functional storage into your office space, especially if other members of the family will also be using the room. If space is at a premium, go vertical, adding storage boxes and file holders to shelves.
8 Ways to Make a Small Kitchen Look Larger
A large, open kitchen may be the dream of most homebuyers today, but with restrictive budgets, smaller square footage, or homes that were built before this trend took over, not all are making the grade. If you find yourself with a smallish kitchen, there are ways to make it feel more spacious.
Knock down a wall
Removing a wall that blocks light or that separates the kitchen from the living or dining room is an easy choice for experienced renovators. It's not a DIY job unless you or your friends/family are experienced in demolition, electrical, plumbing, drywall, flooring and ceiling repairs, and any other stuff that comes up. Expect to pay in the $2,500 to $3,000 range, according to Houzz. And that's if the wall isn't load bearing; if it is; you could be looking at up to 10 times that amount, and you'll probably have to bring in a structural engineer and a team of pros to do the work.
Create a pass-through
If you can't take down a wall, you may be able to create a pass-through that brings light into your kitchen. If you can extend a counter through the new open space, you can also create a breakfast bar on the other side to add function.
Remove other barriers
A raised breakfast bar may provide great functionality for casual meals, but it also may be contributing to making your kitchen feel tight. Knocking down the raised level so that your breakfast bar is all counter height is a modern way to update your kitchen and one that will open it up and make it feel larger. Use the same theory for furniture and other items in the space. "Certain elements—like backless barstools, wire kitchen islands, or glass pendant lights, for example—leave sight lines open and don't trip up your eye as you move around the room," said Apartment Therapy.
Clear the countertops
Messy or cluttered spaces look busy. For a more streamlined look, clear ‘em off. It's easy and won't cost you a thing.
Lighten up
Light equals bright when it comes to a small space, which is great since white continues to be the most popular choice for kitchen cabinets today. To maximize the effect, keep the wall color the same as the cabinets and extend to as many other surfaces as possible. "White is your best friend in a small kitchen," said Better Homes and Gardens. "It reflects light, which enhances the sense of space and makes the wall seem to recede. When you carry the white from the cabinetry to the countertops, walls, and ceiling, you create a seamless space without edges or boundaries to stop the eye. Use several shades of white and combine contrasting textures to keep an all-white room from feeling sterile." No matter what the predominant color is the space, keep the contrast low "so the eye doesn't trip over sudden shifts from dark to light. The effect is serene and expansive."
Don't avoid geometric patterns
You don't have to forgo geometric patterns in a small kitchen. In fact, if chosen right, those patterns can help you expand the feel of your kitchen. "Choose geometric and striped walls and floors that draw the eye lengthwise or vertically and make the room appear longer or taller than it actually is," said Apartment Therapy. "If you can't change the floor itself, add a patterned runner that will add the same effect."
Pare down the cabinets
"Too many cabinets, especially if they're dark, will create the illusion that the room is much smaller than it is," said DIY Network. But if you're stretched for storage space as it is, getting rid of cabinets may not be practical. Swapping out your solid cabinet doors and replacing with glass can be just as effective.
Glass fronts lighten the look of cabinetry and allow the eye to travel through to the back, which helps the kitchen seem more expansive," said Houzz. Want to do it yourself? Check out this tutorial.
Think about scale
Giant stuff in your tiny space will only make it look more cramped. "Select petite islands, slim chairs, streamlined stools and narrow tables that don't eat up valuable floor space," said Houzz. "Avoid chunky furniture legs or thick bases, which add visual bulk."
Written by Jaymi Naciri
Knock down a wall
Removing a wall that blocks light or that separates the kitchen from the living or dining room is an easy choice for experienced renovators. It's not a DIY job unless you or your friends/family are experienced in demolition, electrical, plumbing, drywall, flooring and ceiling repairs, and any other stuff that comes up. Expect to pay in the $2,500 to $3,000 range, according to Houzz. And that's if the wall isn't load bearing; if it is; you could be looking at up to 10 times that amount, and you'll probably have to bring in a structural engineer and a team of pros to do the work.
Create a pass-through
If you can't take down a wall, you may be able to create a pass-through that brings light into your kitchen. If you can extend a counter through the new open space, you can also create a breakfast bar on the other side to add function.
Remove other barriers
A raised breakfast bar may provide great functionality for casual meals, but it also may be contributing to making your kitchen feel tight. Knocking down the raised level so that your breakfast bar is all counter height is a modern way to update your kitchen and one that will open it up and make it feel larger. Use the same theory for furniture and other items in the space. "Certain elements—like backless barstools, wire kitchen islands, or glass pendant lights, for example—leave sight lines open and don't trip up your eye as you move around the room," said Apartment Therapy.
Clear the countertops
Messy or cluttered spaces look busy. For a more streamlined look, clear ‘em off. It's easy and won't cost you a thing.
Lighten up
Light equals bright when it comes to a small space, which is great since white continues to be the most popular choice for kitchen cabinets today. To maximize the effect, keep the wall color the same as the cabinets and extend to as many other surfaces as possible. "White is your best friend in a small kitchen," said Better Homes and Gardens. "It reflects light, which enhances the sense of space and makes the wall seem to recede. When you carry the white from the cabinetry to the countertops, walls, and ceiling, you create a seamless space without edges or boundaries to stop the eye. Use several shades of white and combine contrasting textures to keep an all-white room from feeling sterile." No matter what the predominant color is the space, keep the contrast low "so the eye doesn't trip over sudden shifts from dark to light. The effect is serene and expansive."
Don't avoid geometric patterns
You don't have to forgo geometric patterns in a small kitchen. In fact, if chosen right, those patterns can help you expand the feel of your kitchen. "Choose geometric and striped walls and floors that draw the eye lengthwise or vertically and make the room appear longer or taller than it actually is," said Apartment Therapy. "If you can't change the floor itself, add a patterned runner that will add the same effect."
Pare down the cabinets
"Too many cabinets, especially if they're dark, will create the illusion that the room is much smaller than it is," said DIY Network. But if you're stretched for storage space as it is, getting rid of cabinets may not be practical. Swapping out your solid cabinet doors and replacing with glass can be just as effective.
Glass fronts lighten the look of cabinetry and allow the eye to travel through to the back, which helps the kitchen seem more expansive," said Houzz. Want to do it yourself? Check out this tutorial.
Think about scale
Giant stuff in your tiny space will only make it look more cramped. "Select petite islands, slim chairs, streamlined stools and narrow tables that don't eat up valuable floor space," said Houzz. "Avoid chunky furniture legs or thick bases, which add visual bulk."
Written by Jaymi Naciri
Price Reduced on this Colorado Springs 80922 Home For Sale
$279,000, 4Bd/3.5Ba Single Family House, 2517 sqft.
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