Friday Photos – Denver Capital Building
January 29, 2010 by Bob Schenkenberger · Leave a Comment
The Colorado State Capital bears a strong resemblance to our nation’s capitol, including famous street names such as Pennsylvania and Lincoln Avenue. The building was built in the 1890’s and is composed of Colorado white granite. In 1908 the dome was plated in 24 karat gold.
The interior features magnificent brass and stained glass. [...]
The Glass is Really Half Full – Denver Ranks #3
January 28, 2010 by Bob Schenkenberger · Leave a Comment
The Denver area real estate market ranked number 3 in the latest (November 2009) S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price report. The report tracks 20 metropolitan areas and ranks them based on real estate price performance.
The Denver area showed a 0.5% increase, and ranked 3rd, trailing only Dallas (+1.4%) and San Francisco (+1.0%.) The only other [...]
Denver Real Estate Mortgage Rates
January 22, 2010 by Bob Schenkenberger · Leave a Comment
Denver Area Current Mortgage Rates
Program
Rate
Orig.+Discount
Conv. 30 yr. fixed
5.00%
1%+0%
FHA 30 yr. fixed
5.00%
1%+0%
VA 30 yr. fixed
5.25%
1%+0%
5/1 ARM
3.75%
1%+0%
Conv. 15 yr. fixed
4.375%
1%+0%
Tax Time and the Home Buyer Tax Credit
January 20, 2010 by Bob Schenkenberger · Leave a Comment
With tax time upon us, I wanted to share the IRS form that is required to get your credit. IRS form 5405 is what you’ll need to attach to your tax return to claim the credit.
Please consult your tax professional for any tax advice regarding this, and if you need a tax pro, shoot us [...]
HUD Suspending 90 Day Rule
January 18, 2010 by Bob Schenkenberger · 2 Comments
HUD’s 90 day rule was a condition put upon home sales stating that if the property was owned for less than 90 days, the owner could not sell it and offer FHA financing. The reason for this was to keep unscrupulous investors from buying low, and re-selling immediately for substantial profit. Investors, rehabbers, and the like, needed to wait a full 90 days before the resale could go through with an FHA loan.
Denver Church Photos
January 15, 2010 by Bob Schenkenberger · Leave a Comment
This weeks Friday photos features some of the great architecture and beauty of Denver area churches. Check out the photos here
photo credit: knick_knack55
Healthier Living Colorado
December 28, 2009 by Bob Schenkenberger · 1 Comment
Healthier Living Colorado is a program through the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District, for people with chronic disease & those who care and support them.
Learn how to help control pain, manage stress, supervise medications, solve problems, create healthy eating habits and establish a physical activity plan.
To participate go to the Buck Recreation Center, 2004 [...]
Colorado Skiing & Mountain Events
December 17, 2009 by Bob Schenkenberger · Leave a Comment
One of the greatest benefits of living in the Denver area is the access to our mountain areas. In under 2 hours you can take advantage of world class skiing, and winter fun!
Here are some suggestions of events to attend this winter in the Colorado High Country.
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Snowboarding World Cup
Dec. 17-20, 2009. Telluride
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Greenwood Village Pays You to Play!
November 20, 2009 by Bob Schenkenberger · Leave a Comment
One of the benefits of living in Greenwood Village, is they actually reimburse residents for their personal recreation expenses. From kids sports to golf, each family is eligible to be reimbursed up to $500 per year for these activities. Click here for the Greenwood Village Recreation Reimbursement details.
The Recreation Reimbursement Deadline is January 15, 2010. [...]
A Taste of Greenwood Village
October 12, 2009 by Bob Schenkenberger · 2 Comments
The Greenwood Village Chamber of Commerce established the Taste of Greenwood Village in 2000, as a way to introduce local restaurants and business to customers living and working in the Tech Center, Southeast Denver, and Greenwood Village areas. Here are this years specifics:
Date: Thursday, October 22nd, 2009. 5pm-9pm
Location: Hyatt Regency Tech Center 7800 E. Tufts [...]
