Market updates, VA loan guides, investor insights, and neighborhood deep-dives — straight from someone who lives and works in Colorado Springs every day.
There's an actual South Park in Colorado — and we went there. South Park City Museum in Fairplay is a living recreation of an 1800s mining town with 44 authentic buildings, 60,000+ artifacts, and admission starting at $12. Open May–October.
Read More →Foundation, electrical, plumbing, sewer — here's exactly what to look for before buying an older home, with a real OCC example at $379k that already has the big ticket items done.
Read More →Talisa lived in a 1903 Victorian in downtown Colorado Springs for four years. Here's an honest account — the light, the floors, the pipes, and why she'd do it again without hesitation.
Read More →Standard financing won't work on a fixer-upper. Here's how FHA 203k and Fannie Mae HomeStyle renovation loans work — and which one makes sense for your Colorado Springs purchase.
Read More →Two incomes, one mortgage — here's how multi-generational home purchases actually work in Colorado Springs, from financing and title to floor plans and co-ownership agreements.
Read More →Most VA buyers think the appraisal protects them. It protects the lender. Here's the critical difference — and why Fort Carson buyers should never skip the home inspection.
Read More →VA loans and historic homes can work together — but older properties come with appraisal hurdles. Here's what every VA buyer in Colorado Springs needs to know before they fall in love with a Victorian.
Read More →Lead paint, knob-and-tube wiring, historic district guidelines, renovation financing — a complete buyer's guide to purchasing a historic home in Colorado Springs.
Read More →Colorado Springs has some of the finest Victorian architecture in the Rocky Mountain West. Here's where it's concentrated, what it sells for, and what to know before buying one.
Read More →A National Historic District with Craftsman bungalows, independent galleries, and one of the most charming streets in El Paso County. A complete buyer's guide to OCC.
Read More →Horses, livestock, an oversized shop, ATV trails, a productive garden, and Pikes Peak on the horizon. This Peyton acreage property has the kind of space and freedom that's nearly impossible to find closer to the city — and Kayla Hepner has it listed now.
Read More →There's a farm stand on Celtic Street in the Spring Creek neighborhood selling sourdough bread, cookies, jams, and cheesecakes on the honor system. No cashier, no lines — just a porch, a Venmo, and some of the best baked goods in the Springs.
Read More →Once-in-a-generation opportunity. An original Mayan Revival fireplace, private backyard oasis, 5 bedrooms, updated kitchen and major systems — and 90 years of irreplaceable character. Homes like this don't come around often.
Read More →Built in 1888, this downtown Victorian has separate upper and lower living spaces, original high ceilings, and real walkability — listed at $475K. Live in one unit, offset your mortgage with the other, or house multiple generations under one roof.
Read More →I share local businesses of all kinds — coffee shops, restaurants, boutiques, farm stands. The ones that draw hateful comments are always the Christian-owned ones. Here's why that doesn't change anything.
Read More →TikTok surfaced Dough Theory and I immediately had to try it. Four flavors in — Strawberry Crunch, Cinnamon Swirl, S'mores, and Banana Wafer — and every single one delivered. Here's what to order first.
Read More →There's a completely free indoor play area in north Colorado Springs that most families discover by accident — and then go back to over and over again. Themed rooms, a Narnia room, birthday party spaces, and a café with $5 meals. Here's everything you need to know.
Read More →5% of every commission goes to InJoy, providing education, food, and clothing for orphan children in Uganda. When you buy or sell with Talisa, your transaction reaches further than Colorado Springs.
Read More →3 bedrooms, 1 bath, 1,430 sq ft, and a sleeping porch that tells you exactly when it was built. A walkthrough of what a renovated 1908 home in the heart of downtown Colorado Springs actually looks like — and who it's right for.
Read More →My daughter tagged along on a showing and accidentally delivered the perfect house-hack pitch. Two kitchens, a rentable upstairs unit, and "you want it? Call my mommy." Here's what this $150k downtown property actually offers.
Read More →House hacking — buying a small multi-unit property, living in one unit, and renting the others — is one of the best wealth-building strategies available to first-time buyers. And if you have VA eligibility, you can do it with zero down payment. Here's how it works in the Colorado Springs market.
Read More →A lot of first-time buyers in Colorado Springs don't know that down payment help exists — or they assume they won't qualify. The Colorado Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) program can cover a meaningful portion of your down payment. Here's what it is, who qualifies, and how to use it.
Read More →If you're stationed at Fort Carson, Peterson SFB, Schriever, or the Air Force Academy and thinking about buying a home, your VA benefit is one of the most powerful tools available to you. Here's exactly how the process works — from getting your Certificate of Eligibility to closing day — without the jargon.
Read More →Fresh oysters, a combo steam pot, and the best crab cakes I've ever had. Hazel's in Birmingham, Michigan is the kind of meal that has you planning your return trip before you've finished dessert.
Read More →Guided painting, drinks, and a great instructor who makes everyone feel welcome — no artistic skill required. We went to the Powers location and had an absolute blast. Starting at $40 a person.
Read More →A newly renovated 1 bed/1 bath in Colorado Springs at $90,000 — and others in the area starting as low as $60K. If tiny living is your next chapter, this market has more options than you'd think.
Read More →I lived here for four years. Every visit back reminds me why people fall in love with downtown — the walkability, the history, and the homes.
Read More →Horse barn for up to 4 horses, detached mother-in-law suite, animal shed, storage for tractors, and a newly renovated 3 bed/2 bath on 5.2 acres in Black Forest — price just dropped from $625K to $599K.
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