Moving in to your first home is such a fun experience that you immediately want to get to decorating it, until you realize how much a sofa, paint, and coffee table costs. Here are some resources for all you first time homebuyers in Grand Junction looking to furnish your home on a budget. 1. Go to secondhand stores Yard sales and thrift shops have a ton of great items for very low costs. Does it have a desk with nice bones but not your style? Throw some white paint on it and

Do you have an older house with some great hardwood flooring with a "shiny/orange” color of which you're not a fan? Good news, this can be fixed! You can modernize your home and make the wood bright and pop while still maintaining its integrity and the layout. If your goal is to upgrade your floors from looking like a basketball court, read on. The first order of business is to clean your floors. Then you will need to rent a sander (an orbital sander will work fine) and sa

1. My real estate agent takes all of the commission As any realtor will tell you, this isn’t the case. The commission is split between the listing agent and the selling agent, agent’s firm also needs to be paid. Frequently there are also marketing fees on top of all of that and some pay desk fees. Agents definitely work hard for their commission! 2. In a hot market like Grand Junction it is better to market your home “For Sale ByOwner” Although there are some advantages to FS

Looking for a quick bite? Or maybe you want a "gourmet" burger? A perfect place to bring your out-of-town guest? We got it all in this article! Here are some of our favorite places to grab a burger around town! Handlebar Tap House This is one of our favorites! It has a great, family-friendly atmosphere with a a Pac-Man arcade game and a pinball machine. Beyond that, the beer and drink selection is great and the burgers and fries are top-notch! Jimmy’z Hamburger Want to grab

The kitchen can be one of the most difficult places to organize, but with these simple hacks you can clean up your space and feel more at peace! 1. Put popular items all in one basket What do you use the most? The garlic press? Pizza cutter? Cheese slicer? Place those items in one basket on your counter for a nice look and easy access when you need them quickly! 2. Install slide-out cabinets These are worth the investment! It is so annoying taking everything out just to find

There is nothing quite like bundling up and seeing the fall foliage all around you. Here are some of the best hikes for fall around town. 1. Powderhorn Mountain Resort September 30th is 'Color Sunday' from 10:00 to 4:00 at Powderhorn. The day consists of scenic lift rides ($12), mountain biking,The Palette painting classes from 1:00 - 3:00, and live music from 2:30 - 5:00. Enjoy stunning views of the Grand Mesa and take in the beautiful Aspen Trees transforming their colors w

Since our blog yesterday was about winter, we decided to bring it back to the wonderful season of fall and fully embrace it with these easy ways to project all the fall vibes in front of your house! 1. A fall wreath You can make it or buy it, but a fall wreath is a great way to ring in the season and make your guests feel welcome as they enter your home. 2. A fall mat Usher in the season of Thankfulness with a sweet, "Gather" or "Welcome" mat. Or if you want to really embrac

Yes, it's the beginning of September, but winter will be here before we know it. The following list will give you some useful tips to make sure your home is ready for the colder months. Furnace Inspection Your first order of business is to call an HVAC professional to inspect your furnace and clean ducts. It's also a good idea to stock up on furnace filters and change them monthly. Consider switching out your thermostat for a programmable one. If you do, you'll want to make s

September 6 Grand Junction Farmer's Market You don't have many of these left (just two to be exact), so make sure you go this week or next to get local produce, art grown or made in Colorado, and to enjoy local bands. Free parking is available in the parking garage, so you have no excuses! September 7—8 Colorado Pork and Hops Challenge Pork and Hops- two of our favorite words! This is the 12th year of the event and it will be held in Las Colonias Park. '6 Million Dollar Band'