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Living Luxuriously at Denver’s One Lincoln Park Residences

One Lincoln ParkDenver has its fair share of luxury residences, from the Glass House in Riverfront to the Spire in Downtown. And each of these towering, Denver luxury condos offers breathtaking views, fabulous amenities, and a lifestyle to be envious of. Denver’s One Lincoln Park residences, located on the outer edge of the city, is no different. This marvelous piece of architectural design is luxury living at its finest.

One Lincoln Park was designed by the nationally renowned Buchanan Yonushewski Group, LLC, an architectural company known for their Denver infill developments over the last 15 years. When they were approached to design a luxury condominium building in Denver, they assembled a special team specifically for One Lincoln Park and went into the project with...

How to Get the Most From Your Realtor

Hire a realtorWhen it comes to buying and selling a home, arguably the most important decision is choosing which realtor to work with. Hiring an expert to purchase or sell such a large asset is always smart business. When it comes to hiring an agent, it is important to know how to get the most from your realtor. Once you have found a realtor that can cater to your needs, there are a few tips to keep in mind that will make this whole process easier.

In order to get the most from your realtor, be loyal. Realtors will work their hardest for you if they know that you are committed to them. Do not go to an open house, call “For Sale By Owner” listings, or respond to an ad and “forget” to mention that you are working with a realtor. The reason to hire a broker...

When Buying a Home, What is Earnest Money?

What is earnest MoneyIf you have ever purchased a home before, you are likely to be familiar with the term “earnest money”, but not its definition or purpose. So, what is earnest money? Sometimes, what it signifies, and what the amount means, can be a little vague. To make a long story short, the purpose of earnest money is to serve as a deposit on a home you want to buy, and to show the sellers your earnest intent on purchasing the house. It is an initial investment in the purchase of a home.

Typically, the seller specifies the minimum amount of earnest money required for the purchase of the home. When that happens, it makes the whole process easier. But other times, the buyer is required to offer an unspecified amount and this leaves many people with the looming question, “How...

RTD’s East Rail Line to DIA Showing Signs of Progress

Westin Hotel at DIAWhen Union Station’s monumental renovation and revitalization is complete in the coming years, the citizens of Denver will have a lot to look forward to. The whole area will be alive with activity, new ventures, and limitless possibilities for the city. But what many people are looking forward to more than the revamping of this Denver icon is the installation of the DIA Light Rail. This mega-transportation project will not only ease traveling headaches along I-70, but it will also make the entire trek a breeze.

The Denver East Rail Line is currently under construction and will have stations along the route from DIA to Union Station. The advantages of this DIA Light Rail line are endless, but include swift transportation to the airport and back, the money saved from...

Masterpiece Delicatessen: Eating out in Denver

Masterpiece Deli - Front PatioThis fabulously delicious deli may have opened its doors in 2008, but with the sudden and constant growth and popularity of the LoHi and Riverfront neighborhoods, we feel that this artful sandwich shop deserves a place on the list as one of Denver’s hot new spots. Masterpiece Delicatessen in Denver takes a classic, comfort food and makes it all their own, with a menu to die for and a line that seems...

The Architecture You’ll Find While Living in Cherry Creek

Home styles in Cherry CreekThe Cherry Creek neighborhood of Denver is a vibrant, affluent, and constantly changing area, complete with one of the most popular commercial districts around and some of the most intriguing architectural styles. Located just southeast of downtown, this neighborhood houses some of the city’s wealthiest, yet still offers a wide range of styles when it comes to Cherry Creek architecture.

Living in Cherry Creek offers an eclectic mix of home styles. There are the typical Denver squares and the ever-abundant bungalows. But Cherry Creek architecture has seen a steady shift towards the more modern and contemporary town homes since the 1950’s. Now, for every few traditional homes, there are an equal or greater number of newer homes. These differing Cherry Creek home styles...

Aggregator Websites: Are they accurate for Denver home values?

Aggregator real estate sitesWebsites like Trulia and Zillow are great real estate resources for a variety of reasons. Both buyers and renters can easily filter through numerous homes and try to pinpoint the one that might be the best fit for them. They allow them a more active way of staying on top of their home search. These sites are also a great resource for sellers, as it allows more exposure for their property and availability to a wider audience. However, these websites like to post their version of information for a home’s Denver home value, and frankly, it is usually an inaccurate home valuation.

If you have ever searched for your home on Zillow, it will give you a rather general number as to what your home worth. Rarely, that number is a pleasant surprise. Overall, these numbers are gross...

Living at its Finest: Denver’s Spire Residences

Spire Tower DenveThe view of the Rocky Mountains from downtown Denver is arguably one of the most beautiful scenes in the state. And from certain spots in the city, one can see from Longs Peak in the north down to Pikes Peak in the south in one, uninterrupted turn of the head. It truly is a breathtaking and remarkable sight, reserved for a select few places in town. However, a few are lucky enough to call Denver’s Spire residences home and get to wake up to this view each and every morning. And for this reason, but not excluding others, living at the Spire is the definition of luxury living.

Located on the outer edge of downtown, the Spire is a monumental structure, standing taller than most other buildings in the city and topped with an ever-appropriate spire. The exterior of the building is impressive and...

Central Park Events in April

Central Park Events in April

April Events in StaletonCentral Park has a lot of perks that attract all kinds of people to this master neighborhood. Some come for the innovative and designer housing, others like its close proximity to Denver and major circulation corridors, and still others come for the highly ranked schools. But no matter the reason people decide to move to Central Park, once here, it continues to impress and exceed standards. The community does this in various ways, but one of the most prominent, and fun, is the constant flow of Central Park events month to month. With parties, grand openings, farmer’s markets, and open-air movies, what to do in Central Park is a very easy answer.

With the start of April, spring is finally here and the events in Central Park are picking...

How to Avoid Common Mistakes When Hiring a Realtor

Hiring a RealtorEveryone knows that when it comes to selling your house, the most important, and first step, is to hire a realtor. Real estate is obviously their area of expertise and a broker can help sell your home faster, for more money, and make your life a little easier. But when it comes to hiring a realtor, knowing how to select the right agent in Denver is crucial. To help with this process, it is just as important to focus on what not to do.

Do not hire a broker simply because they agree with the selling price you want. Many times, sellers think that their house is worth more than it actually is, and that can lead to an unexpectedly long time on the market and dissuade potential buyers. When hiring a realtor, listen to their opinion of the price and how they came up with that number. Good real estate...