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Fall Is In The Air...almost

I love the fall- it's my favorite season. I love the way the trees and plants display their fall foliage like so many peacocks' plummage and the cold crisp mornings that give way to mild sunny days. I like the smell of fireplaces burning in the evenings when I walk my dog. I like the idea that's it fleeting- soon all of the leaves will be gone, the mild afternoons replaced with cold snowflakes, my flip flops replaced by Keenes and I will once again don my hoodies. I will change from beer to red wine and an occasional coffee with Baileys or the like....so as I see it fall heralds huge change.And with fall comes a change in the the federal government's first time home buyer incentives, actually the end of the program. The program that provides...

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Condos- To Buy or Not to Buy?

As I was on my way to the townhomes at Upper Larimer to work my open house the other day I noticed an entire development project for sale- not just individual units for sale but the whole project-all of the units to be sold to one buyer. The construction seemed to be over and the units were just sitting like so many forgotten toy soldiers- still at attention... waiting...just waiting for their new owners- for the families, the people, who would move in and bring the project to life, much as children bring their toys to life. So you wonder: why is it that some developer who had the knowledge (or know-how) and the moxy to purchase land and go through the entitlement process- the process of getting the city to agree to let you build whatever you intend to build on your land, as well as actually...

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Sneakers....

Ever wonder where all those unsightly tennis shoes suspended from various power and phone lines around the city come from? Or even more interestingly why are they there? I don't know why this bothers me so much but it does. I was driving west on 13th Avenue the other day and counted more than 6 pairs in one spot. It certainly doesn't improve a neighborhood to see old dirty sneakers dangling precariously over your head as you drive down the street. Now admittedly as a realtor I have a vested interest in seeing our neighborhoods and communities be the best they can be so perhaps I am overly sensitive; however, while listening to National Public Radio (NPR) earlier this spring I discovered that this is an advertising model for drug dealers.Apparently...

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Where's the doggy door?

Over the last few weeks Dylan has developed a keen knack for finding beautiful streets in the neighborhood. (Okay, it's not that hard, but I like to make him feel like he has a job besides chasing his ball.) He likes to take us up to around Meade or Newton and 32nd and show me the gardens and gorgeous front doors. Yup, front doors. I have a thing for them. Growing up I never gave much thought to doors because I lived in a house that couldn't be seen from the street. For years I lived in apartments or condos so didn't have much choice. Now that I have my own front door I am obsessed with them. Red ones, black ones, stained wood, stained glass, giant doors, gnome doors, double doors, opened and you are welcomed, closed and you are safe inside.Perhaps that's why I enjoy marching up and down the...

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Relocating To Denver?

Are you moving to Denver? Not sure which neighborhood is right for you? Need information about schools, employers, and financing? Whether you are relocation to the metro Denver area for a new job or to retire, let us help make your move successful and stress free. Denver Relocation. Set up automatic email notification and never miss a hot new listing again! If you need assistance, just ask we will set up the MLS IDX search for you. Search Denver Real Esta...

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Colorado’s Summer Festivals

Boulder Creek Festivalrocks downtown Boulder on May 23 through May 25, 2009. The festival features five stages of diverse live music ranging from world beat to Latin, jazz, blues and modern rock. Enjoy a wide variety of activities including a juried art show, arts and crafts vendors and fair-style foods plus a “beer garden.” Downtown Denver Arts FestivalDenver's 11th Annual art festive, May 22 through May 25. This festival is “mile high” with talent. It showcases the work of Colorado’s most inspiring artists as chosen by a panel of seasoned judges. With over 100 artists’ displays and multiple mediums of visual art for sale.Upper Larimer Beer TastingMay 22, 2009 6-10pm. Taste and judge a variety of Colorado's local micro brews.Colorado Medieval FestivalExperience life in the Middle Ages, June...

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Is Your Realtor A Dog?

Bad dog! Let us wrangle with details. Need a really good Realtor to buy or sell your home? Give us a call 303.422.SW...

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Team Day at the Rockies game!

Baseball, brews and fun for the Realtors of Cygnus Real Est...

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Anticipation...Tales of the Giant Green Balloon

I have recently realized that Carly Simon was not entirely correct in that well worn track that all of us from a certain era remember so well.  (And those not from our era likley caught snippets of it on a catsup commercial, which is a bit of a travesty but probably fodder for a different blog). Anticipation does "keep us waiting;" however, I was given an epiphany on the topic...yes given not had.  It may keep us waiting but sometimes the wait is vastly more exciting than the reality.  We have a tendency to build things up in our minds, and the longer the wait the more glorious the imagined outcome until they become prodigous events.  In my experience seldom does reality match that anticipation.For those of you that don't...

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We're on Twitter

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We're on FaceBook

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A dog's life

Ahh... it is a lovely day here in sunny Denver Colorado. The grass is greening and my little friends the squirrels are out. As the weather gets warmer I enjoy getting out more and working the neighborhoods. Lately I have spent a lot of time in the Upper Larimer Arts District, which is a gritty urban neighborhood. You wouldn't think spring time would make much difference amongst all of those warehouse buildings- but there are unexpected little pleasures. I see the trees beginning to leaf out which should beckon my squirrel friends to join me and I see small patches of green with unexpected plots of flowers here and there. They are worth stopping for a quick sniff and sometimes I enjoy a quick roll in them, too. I don't know why my colleagues...

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Spring time In The Rockies

Well here I am a native of Colorado and I can still be surprised by the whacky weather. From snow storms to sunshine to sunshine and snow it's still the best place to be. When I was a kid folks used to say, "Don't like the weather? Give it a few minutes and it will change..." I guess in this time of uncertainties it's good to know some things are consistent....even if those things are actually inconsistency. Real estate and the weather are the same in that way and you must constantly adapt. For the Colorado climate one is well advised to wear layers- things that can be shed as the weather warms and slipped back on with the inevitable cooling off that will follow, particularly as the sun sets. In the case of real estate, it is wise for all of us realtors, buyers and sellers alike to pause...

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My last post seems to have jinxed spring!  So while we are getting 8" of snow right now I will only say this...We mowed the lawn and planted flowers in the front yard last weekend and are so pleased.  I feel like I'm contributing to the neighborhood finally.  I have two new (new to me) restaurants to report on, both Mexican.  One is Patzcuaro's on 32nd east of Federal.  The other is La Cocinita on 29th just a few blocks east of Sheridan.  Both are delicious and I recommend them for varying reasons.  One thing in common is that they are very "locals" populated.The best margarita  I have had in Denver (and I don't say this lightly) is at Patzcuaro's.  There is only one variety and I think only one size.   It costs 4 or 5 bucks and is...

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DBR Mixer

The Denver Board of Realtor will be having a mixer event on May 28th, from 4 to 7pm. Cygnus Real Estate will be hosting the event at their exclusive listing, The Residences At Upper Larimer. Please join us to see this fabulous new development and experience the RiNo art district at it's be...

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Beer Tasting Event

Since our wine tasting event was so wildly popular, we have decided to have beer tasting event this May 22 to kick off Memorial weekend. We will be sending out invitations soon. The event is expected to be a big one and limited to the public. To be added to our guest list please request an invitation to Beer InviteAfter the Denver Art Festival closes down Friday evening head on up to The Residences at Upper Larimer for a free beer tasting event. There will be food, beverages and local microbrews. The Residences at Upper Larimer is in the heart of the RiNo art district. We will have local artists on exhibit. Don't miss ...

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Upper Larimer Party A Big Hit

The Residences At Upper Larimer hosted a wine tasting event last Friday evening. The event was a huge success. People turned out to sample great wine from Sonoma, CA and tour the new development project in the Upper Larimer neighborhood. Upper Larimer is changing rapidly and becoming the place to be in downtown. Upper Larimer is located just north of LoDo and has a lot to offer. We can give you a special tour, just call 303.422.SWAN or stop by our showroom at 3403 Larimer ...

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Dylan on a witch hunt

Spring spring spring is finally here! I can't wait to see what kinds of plants and trees are in our back yard. We moved in January and our backyard was "under construction". Literally. Let me back up. Our house was built in 1904 and was set to be demolished last year. In order to be saved it had to be moved. The search was on for some land when an interesting property showed up. It was a double lot with a house already existing on it. So the property was purchased and divided in let's say two to make it easy. Our house was moved, and if you will, imagine the mess Dorothy's house made when it landed. We haven't found a wicked witch yet, but Dylan is furiosly digging around for one. The amount of work, trucks, machinery, and tools it took was incredible. And fortunately not as destructive as...

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Wine Tasting Event

Please Join Us For This Special EventMarch 27th from 7pm to 11pmJoin The FunWine Tasting with "Petra Loves Wine".Share wine and food with your friends.Bring your favorite bottle of red or white wine from Sonoma CA, some Hors d’oeuvres and your wine glass.Art by “Bill Gian”.Visit the Grand Opening of Dry Ice Factory Studio right across the street.Tour The Residences At Upper Larim...

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Highland: tour the neighborhood, escorted by Dylan the Dog

Thank you West Highlands/ Sloan's Lake for so graciously welcoming me and my family to the neighborhood.  I was born and raised in San Diego, and lived as an adult in L.A. San Francisco, and western Washington State.  I have also spent several months backpacking through Europe, India and Thailand, Singapore and Bali before finally returning home just so that I could turn around and move to Chicago where I lived for 7 long cold years. I relocated to Denver, specifically Westminster in August of 2007 when I yearned for mild weather, friendly people, and access to both the pleasures of big city living combined with all of the wonder that the great outdoors can offer.But when the city girl in me began to weep, we set our sights on Denver City Neighborhoods. And so began the search which...

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