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Modern Mediterranean Design Ideas

By The Kearns Team via RISMedia - August 26, 2021
Mediterranean style has captivated and delighted designers and homeowners for years. Whether you want to create a sprawling Roman villa or incorporate Greek pottery into your aesthetic, here are a few ways you can use modern Mediterranean design elements in your home. Image courtesy of RISMedia Archways The majestic archway is a hallmark of Mediterranean design. Whether for a small, decorativ

Tips for Making Small Rooms Feel Spacious

By The Kearns Team via RISMedia - August 14, 2021
If you have a small room in your home, your challenge is to maximize your space to make it work for you. However, with a little ingenuity, you can rearrange a small room to make it feel much more spacious. Here are a few ideas to get you started. Scale down furniture As much as you might be tempted to get a large sectional to feel cozy, big-scale Image courtesy of RISMedia furniture takes u

Keeping Your Hardwood Floors Looking Great

By The Kearns Team via RISMedia - August 08, 2021
Hardwood floors were trendy in the early 20th century, but wall-to-wall carpeting became more popular in the 1960s. Many older homes had their hardwood floors covered for decades. But hardwood floors are popular again, so many people are installing new ones or uncovering old ones. How do you keep your hardwood floors looking great? Check out these tips. Image courtesy of RISMedia Sweep The ke

Pest Management Techniques for Homeowners

By The Kearns Team via RISMedia - August 03, 2021
Have you ever had a squirrel stuck in your attic? Or dealt with a flea infestation? Or ants? Pests are never fun, so knowing a few management techniques is helpful to keep them at bay. There are a few things you can do before you call in the professionals, so let's take a closer look. Image courtesy of RISMedia Keep it clean Keeping your home, including attic and basement spaces, clean will d

5 Fun Home Upgrades for Your Pet

By The Kearns Team via RISMedia - July 25, 2021
Are you a dog person or a cat person? Or do you have birds or reptiles? Whatever animal you share your home with, you probably think of them as a member of your family. So how can you provide comfort and enrichment for your pets? Here are five fun home upgrades you can do for your favorite companions: Catwalk Cats like to be up high. It helps them feel safe. You can, of course, stick with the tr

Should You Set Up an Escrow Account?

By The Kearns Team via RISMedia - July 17, 2021
When bills come for insurance premiums and property taxes, your mortgage lender or servicer can use money set aside in an escrow account to cover the payments. The account is funded by small sums added to each regular mortgage payment. Then, when your insurance or property tax bill comes due, the lender uses the escrow funds to pay it. That way, you never have to pay a large bill in one shot. If y

Home Renovations for Seniors

By The Kearns Team via RISMedia - July 08, 2021
Home remodeling can cost thousands of dollars, but it's cheaper than the alternative. An assisted living facility can run about $43,000 a year, says the Cost of Care survey from Genworth Financial. Renovating so that you can age in place can be a smart move. Image courtesy of RISMedia Contacting your county's Area Agency on Aging can be helpful, as can seeing about community development depart

Which Paint Finish Is Right for Your Room?

By The Kearns Team via RISMedia - July 02, 2021
Paint comes in several finishes, also known as sheens. But when you're deciding what to use in your house, how do you know which finish is right? You can always talk to the experts, but here is a quick guide to paint finishes that will help you understand what questions to ask. Image courtesy of RISMedia Flat Flat paint is best for low-traffic areas. This might include adult bedrooms or forma

New Homebuilders Coming to Painted Prairie

By The Kearns Team - June 10, 2021
Exciting news from the award-winning Painted Prairie community in Aurora, CO... three new homebuilders will be joining the mix in the upcoming Phase 2 of development! We were excited to be invited to an exclusive event recently, introducing Parkwood Homes, Remington Homes and Berkeley Homes as the newest homebuilders in Painted Prairie. Model home construction is scheduled to begin this sum

Spectacular Mountain Views, under $600k, in Denver Central Park

By The Kearns Team - June 08, 2021
Just listed: 3 bedroom townhome in Central Park Denver Priced at $599,000. Showings begin at noon on Friday, June 11, 2021. Spectacular Mountain views. Corner lot with fenced yard. Ground floor patio with gas hookup. Wrap around deck on 2nd floor. LEED Certified energy efficient construction. Single HOA. This three bedroom Thrive townhome has everything you're looking for in the Central Par

Hazel Miller Band headlines first MoJaBlu Concert of 2021

By Central Park MCA - June 07, 2021
Sponsored by the Central Park MCA, the annual MoJaBlu concert series is back for 2021! Hazel Miller Band Thursday, June 10, 2021 at 6:30pm Central Park North Green (49th & Valentia Street, Denver CO 80238) The MCA hosts some of Denver's most well-known bands on the stage at Founders Green (South) and Conservatory Green (North). Dance 'til you drop or just sit back and relax. Either way, it

2021 Central Park Kid's Triathalon

By Central Park MCA - June 02, 2021
2021 Denver Central Park Kids' Triathlon August 22, 2021 at 4:00am - 9:00am This race will have all the components of an official triathlon including, timing chips, finisher medals, race shirts, kids swag bag, etc. 6-7 years - 25 meter swim, 2.5K bike, 1K run 8-9 years - 50 meter swim, 3.5K bike, 1.5K run 10-11 years -100 meter swim, 5K bike, 2K run 12-13 years - 100 met

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