According to a recent article in The Denver Post, more home sellers are having to accept offers below their original listing price. Some points to note:
Jill Schafer, chairwoman of the market trends committee says ““If you aren’t getting offers in the first two weeks, time to make a price adjustment.”
DMAR’s counts show that only 17.3 percent of the homes sold in January went for above the initial list price, while 60 percent went under it.
A listing that stumbles out of the gate can prove costly in money and frustrations. Listings that linger are at first viewed as stale, then not worth bothering with, and eventually as defective.
Schafer said there remains a strong seller’s market for homes under $450,000 and properties closer into Denver. Those are the most likely to still get offers above the list price. Move higher up in price or further out into the suburbs, and buyers have more power.
Maybe one of your goals in the New Year was to find ways to incorporate more natural products into your everyday life. We all know that non-toxic chemicals can sneak their way into just about anything these days. In order to use and truly enjoy clean products, you have to make a conscious effort in finding something that works for you. We have gathered some simple self care DIY’s with things you may already have around the house! Try one- you may be surprised by how much you enjoy it!
☆ Bentonite Clay Face Mask- made with only 2 ingredients, this mask is great for fighting off breakouts and getting rid of dry, flaking skin. To read the benefits of both bentonite clay and apple cider vinegar, click here.
☆ Lavender & Milk Bath- This hydrating DIY bath recipe will not only help relax you after a long day, but will also help soothe your dry winter skin.
☆ DIY oil pulling tablets- Oil pulling involves putting oil in your mouth first thing in the morning, swishing it around for up to 20 minutes, and then spitting it out. This swishing motion helps loosen plaque and clean between your teeth better than a toothbrush or floss ever could. It is even believed to be detoxifying. To make the process easier, whip up these tablets to have on hand each morning.
☆ Whitening Toothpaste- Many toothpastes contain ingredients that could be considered undesirable. This homemade toothpaste has only natural ingredients that can even help whiten your teeth! The texture may take some getting used to, but completely worth it to keep your mouth healthy and fresh.
☆ Detox Bath Salts- Pamper yourself while soothing away aching muscles and pulling toxins from your body. These bath salts made with epsom salts, himalayan sea salt and magnesium flakes can do all that!
☆ Whipped Magnesium Lotion- It’s the most efficient way to deliver the mineral to the site of pain, so that it can quickly relieve muscle pain, cramps and fatigue; reduce inflammation; and encourage regeneration of tissues.
☆ Simple Eucalyptus Shower Melts- Great to use for the dreaded congestion during those winter months. Find the recipe here.
With a little over a week left of the first month of the new year, there is still time to get out and try something new. From goat yoga to the Winter Games, now is the time to check something off that bucket list!
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23
The 113th National Western Stock Show & Rodeo – Denver
The National Western Stock Show, the nationally recognized western heritage and entertainment event with one of the world’s richest regular season professional rodeos, one of the country’s largest horse shows and a western trade show, returns for another year to the Mile High City.
For a full list of events during the stock show, click here .
LIGHT! at Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center – Aurora
LIGHT! at Gaylord Rockies is an interactive holiday experience that immerses the viewer in color, fanciful patterns and wondrous light as you walk through indoor and outdoor paths of magical illumination and music. Highlights of the event include a forest of color-changing trees, the Valley of Light, giant music wind chimes and much, much more.
The event is free of charge.
A Kangaroo Experience at the Zoo Chateau – Golden
Spend 45 minutes face-to -face learning and interacting with Red Kangaroos. This experience includes feeding the kangaroos treats (granola), taking individual photos, learning about the kangaroos and marsupials from our “Zoo Crew”, and learning about the missions of Zoo Chateau.
The Zoo Chateau is located 21050 Indian Head Road in Golden. Tickets are $40, buy them here.
Colorado Avalanche vs. Minnesota Wild at the Pepsi Center – Denver
The Minnesota Wild visit the Pepsi Center for the second time this season as they take on the Colorado Avalanche. The game starts at 7:30 p.m.
The X Games return to Colorado’s Buttermilk Mountain in Aspen for the world’s best winter action sports, music and festival experience. Witness the very best across four action-packed days from the best athletes in skiing, snowboarding and more. Lil Wayne, The Chainsmokers, among others will perform. You can buy tickets for the musical performances here.
All sport competitions are free and open to the public. Live coverage of the Winter X Games will air on ESPN and Denver7.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 25
Denver Winter Brew Fest at Mile High Station
Sample from over 100 amazing brews from over 40 breweries with your commemorative tasting glass, while listening to some great live music from the Burroughs on Friday night and Dead Floyd on Saturday night.
Two-day GA is $70; Friday or Saturday admission is $40. For more info, click here.
International Snow Sculpture Championships – Breckenridge
Throughout a span of five days and more than 90 hours of sculpting, 16 teams from around the world take on the challenge to hand-carve 20-ton blocks of snow into enormous works of art. The result is a temporary outdoor gallery in historic downtown Breckenridge.
Viewing days are from January 25 to January 30.
Phoenix Suns vs. Denver Nuggets at the Pepsi Center – Denver
Coming all the way from Arizona, the Phoenix Suns will take on the Denver Nuggets at 7 p.m. Make sure to be on place as the Nuggets face Devin Booker and his team. The game starts at 7 p.m.
Have what it takes when it comes to ice fishing? Then you’re invited to come to Granby and fish in the lake, as well as try your chance on the Shadow Mountain Reservoir and Grand Lake for over $21,000 in cash and other prizes. Entries are $35 for one day, $45 for two days, and $50 for all three days.
Rocky Mountain Goat Yoga at Lucky Weather Ranch – Longmont
Find your Zen with goats and yoga through Rocky Mountain Goat Yoga at Lucky Weather Ranch!The ranch offers classes and a fun atmosphere to stretch and relax while baby goats keep the energy high.
Taste your way through the dizzying array of specialty bourbons and unique whiskies from distilleries both large and artisanal while you munch on smoky, bacon treats.
It all takes place at the McNichols Building in downtown Denver, 144 W. Colfax Ave. from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Buy tickets here
Stagecoach Classic at Devil’s Thumb Ranch – Tabernash
Cross-country ski racers will take off from Devil’s Thumb Ranch, tracing the historic stagecoach route. The Stagecoach Classic traverses through the former Idlewild Ski Area and finishes with a post-race party, awards, and a beer garden with music at Hideaway Park in downtown Winter Park.
MONDAY, JANUARY 28
Justin Timberlake: The Man of the Woods Tour – Denver
Justin Timberlake is bringing sexy back to the Pepsi Center during his “The Man of the Woods” Tour. The concert starts at 7:30 p.m., doors open an hour earlier.
Learn Salsa at Urban Survival Fitness and Wellness – Denver
Is Tango too passé? Tired of only knowing one dance move no matter what the party? Come learn Salsa! Topics covered will be basic steps, basic body movements, terminology and more.
Tickets are $80. Classes start at 7:15 p.m. More info here.
Head out for an amazing night of music, prizes and drink specials all the while you test your music knowledge and compete against your friends and other patrons. The fun starts at 6 p.m
THURSDAY, JANUARY 31
An Evening with Fleetwood Mac – Denver
Fleetwood Mac is returning to Denver for their North American Tour at the of this month. They’ll be performing at the Pepsi Center starting at 8 p.m.
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