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Happy Hour! (OMG, Finally!)
Friends, we’ve missed you so, so, soooooo much and it’s finally time to buy you a beer! Join us Thursday, August 5, 4 - 8 pm at Zuni Street Brewing Company (2355 W. 29th Ave.) We’ll buy your first beer and enter you in a drawing to win two tickets to Nathaniel Rateliff’s show at Red Rocks.
Life in Denver: Jefferson Park Neighborhood
If we had to describe North Denver’s Jefferson Park neighborhood in one word, it might be this: Scrappy. And that’s not just because the neighborhood is named after Thomas Jefferson. (Yes, the Thomas Jefferson—the guy who wrote the Declaration of Independence.) But also because the community just won’t quit.
First-time home buyers win a bidding war in a tough market!
“Heather went above and beyond in navigating us through a complex inspection resolution and working her butt off doing tasks that were the responsibility of the selling agent. At times it felt like Heather was the only one effectively doing her job and I'm not sure we would have survived the process without her tenacity!”
25 Tips for Buying Your First Rental Property
One of the big draws of owning your own home is building long-term wealth. But what if you owned more than one property? Today, we’re offering tips on how to protect your hard-earned dollars if you decide to go down the residential rental route.
Your Quick and Easy Guide to Water Conservation
We often forget that fresh, clean water is a limited and costly resource. And we use a lot of it! In fact, our global water consumption has tripled in the last 50 years. The average American uses 80-100 gallons of the stuff every day. That’s the equivalent of 600+ bottles of water, friends. Since we all need water to survive, it’s up to all of us to conserve it!
Do you love Denver, too?
As Denver Real Estate Agents we adore Denver’s every little nook and cranny, which is why we’ve started ramping up our Neighborhood Spotlights. Inside each post, we’ll give you a little history (but only a little), fill you in on what the locals have to say about their ‘hood, and then give you some reasons to get your booty over to visit.
2951 Wyandot St. | Denver | LoHi | Sold
Stunning true live/work historic home or office in the heart of LoHi! Love light? You and your people will love the 17 foot ceilings with a wall of windows. Historic charm meets clean renovation with open kitchen, work, and living areas on the main floor. Two basement bedrooms (one non-conforming) don't feel "basement-y" because of clever, open design. Extra loft space gives plenty of storage (330 cubic ft!). Convenient bathroom on each floor (yass!). Shared, huge-tree-shaded and fully-fenced courtyard is amazing for grilling, gathering, entertaining, and quiet enjoyment.
This home buyer found the perfect townhome in a great location and within budget!
“I found a great place that was within my budget. I made an offer and closed a short time later. It's in a location I love with easy access to transportation, restaurants, a park and bike trails.”
Life in Denver: Platt Park Neighborhood
Located a few blocks south of Capitol Hill, the Platt Park neighborhood is overflowing with rich history, tons of retail and dining, and updated amenities sure to keep you entertained and exploring.
7 Reasons to Buy Investment Property in Denver
An investment property is real estate purchased for the purpose of generating additional income.
Most of the time, when people hear “investment property,” residential options come to mind: single-family homes, duplexes, apartment buildings, townhouses, or condos.
In this article we present 7 reasons to buy investment property in Denver.
Life in Denver: How to Prepare for Rain at Red Rocks
One of the greatest perks of living in Denver is having one of the greatest outdoor concert venues, Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, right in our backyard! Colorado has notoriously fast-changing weather, especially right on the foothills so there are a few things you may want to do if it looks like rain on the night of the concert!
Composting 101: Caring for the Planet One Celery Stick at a Time
Composting 101: Today, we want to talk about one of the most environmentally friendly ways you can reduce, reuse, and recycle your unused groceries: composting. Composting is the natural process of recycling organic matter into a valuable fertilizer that can enrich soil and plants.
Life in Denver: Alamo Placita Neighborhood
Alamo Placita isn’t officially a Denver neighborhood. But with its unique architecture, delicious eats, and outdoor amenities, it absolutely deserves a spotlight!
The Dwell Denver Difference: Courtyard Concert with Michelle Malone
Dwell Denver celebrated our one-year anniversary in business as friends, family, and fans packed our courtyard to hear rockin’, soulful Michelle Malone perform! We’re so grateful for the support we’ve received over the last year and decided to celebrate in style!
10 Hacks for Sustainable Grocery Shopping
National Geographic UK recently named Denver the fourth most sustainable destination in the world.
Denver’s ranking is based on policy-level shifts that have made our community a greener place. There’s no question those big-picture changes are the number-one way we can impact climate change and take care of Mother Earth. But even little things can make a big difference for the environment.
Dwell Denver: Your Home Buying and Selling Ally
If you’ve bought or sold a home before, you probably remember how complicated the process can be. There are so many opinions and options and listing sites. It's no wonder you feel worried about jumping back into the process.
How much different would you feel if you had an ally in the business to guide you through the process?
A Dream First Home-Buying Experience
“Heather Pikas and her team at Dwell Denver/Compass were an absolute dream for our first home buying experience! I would recommend her over and over again to anyone that has the opportunity to work with her. Knowledgeable, experienced, kind and considerate - she is everything you can hope for in a home buying journey. “
14 Ways to Get Your Whiskey On in Denver
You’ve seen ‘em: People who just look like they drink whiskey. Maybe they’re in their 60s, enjoying a newspaper by the fireplace. Or a burly, bearded lumberjack type. (You know… ala Nick Offerman.) Or a well-dressed young professional indulging in a glass and a cigar.
But if you find the right whiskey, almost anyone can fall in love with the stuff.