Tips to bring prospective buyers into your house

(NAPS)—Controlling insects can often be easier than many homeowners realize. The key is knowing how to inspect for signs of trouble and what steps to take if there is a threat to your home. Many find that the onset of warmer weather can be an excellent time to begin their annual inspection—both indoors and out. [...]

From The Ground Up: Mastering The Stages Of Flooring

(NAPS)—The best-laid floors start with a plan—and the most effective flooring plans require asking yourself a few questions: 1.    What look are you going for? What’s your style and how do the latest flooring trends fit into that style? Is your home’s decor casual, formal, exotic? Do you want a luxurious traditional look? You may [...]

City of Colorado Springs, real estate market report for July 2011

Here is the Colorado Springs real estate market report for July 2011 Number of Homes sold in Colorado Springs = 517 Average sold price in Colorado Springs = $219,705 Homes sold for about 97% of their asking price. Average days on the market = 87 This report is for all single family homes sold in [...]

Trust Your Senses To Pick The Right Color For Your Home

(NAPS)—The next time you paint your house, close your eyes. The colors you see are the ones that may suit you best. Instead of staring at the outer walls, concentrate on your inner emotions. The process of choosing paint colors may involve sifting through hundreds of hues, but decorators have discovered the final selections are [...]

Manitou Springs real estate market report for June 2011

Here is the Manitou Springs real estate market report for June 2011 Number of Homes sold in Manitou Springs = 9 Average sold price in Manitou Springs = $226,471 Homes sold for about 97% of their asking price. Average days on the market* = 93 Prices in Manitou Springs rose about $7,000 compared to last [...]