5 Benefits To Living In Colorado Springs

There are many different reasons why someone would move to a new city or state. For some people, making the choice to relocate is personal. They either want to move closer to family or they are just needing a fresh start. Other times, people don't really have a choice to move to a new area because they're being relocated for a job or they're in the military and being reassigned. Whether you're moving to Colorado Spring for personal reasons, a job relocation or a military assignment, there are many great benefits to living in the area. Colorado Springs is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the United States and for good reasons too! Here are 5 of our favorite benefits of living in Colorado Springs.

1. Great Places To Work

According to Forbes.com, Colorado Springs is the 12th best place for careers and businesses. Job growth, education, population and cost of doing business are all taking into account to rank each city. Over 20 Fortune 500 companies have some sort of presence in Colorado Springs. If you're a business owner, you shouldn't have trouble finding great talent either, as Colorado Springs has everything from software engineers to talented artists.

 2. They Take Fitness Seriously

Colorado Springs is consistently ranked as one of the healthiest cities in America. With all the great parks and activities and the mild climate, it makes the citizens want to get outside! In addition, there are many fitness events around the area, such as the Pikes Peak Marathon, American Discovery Trail Marathon and XTERRA Marathon of Trail Races, it's easy for residents to stay fit. The city is also home to the US Olympic Training center, where the best athletes in the country come to train in gymnastics, swimming, weightlifting and more.

3. Man's Best Friend Loves It Too

Colorado Springs LOVES dogs! It's the perfect place for our furry friends to get outside and enjoy the beautiful weather. There are a variety of dog-friendly parks and locations that Coloradans and their dogs can enjoy together. Locals love to take their pets to The Crags Trail, Seven Falls and Garden of the Gods.

4. There Is No Shortage Of Fun To Be Had

There is ALWAYS something going on, so you'll never be bored if you move to Colorado Springs! There is a long list of festivals and events held throughout the year in the area. Some of the favorites that people look forward to are the Colorado Springs Balloon Festival, Cripple Creek Ice Festival, Canon City Music and Blossom Festival, Territory Days, Manitou Springs Wine Festival, All Colorado Beer Festival just to name a few.

5. Beautiful Views Everywhere

One of the best things about Colorado Springs is the natural beauty! Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peaks, Cheyenne Mountain State Park, the list could go on. Colorado Springs is surrounded by beautiful mountains, ranges and city skylines. Many of the homes in this area has a beautiful backdrop that you can enjoy every day when you choose to live in Colorado Springs.

Whether you're relocating from another city, state or even country, it can be a bit stressful. At The Platinum Group, REALTORS, our goal is to make sure your move to Colorado Springs is as seamless as possible. If you are wanting to relocate to Colorado Springs, contact The Platinum Group, REALTORS at 719-536-4444. We can help you find the best Colorado Springs real estate agent for your needs.

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Reardon Partners, The Platinum Group, REALTORS

The Platinum Group, REALTORS isn't your typical real estate agency. We've brought together the best real estate agents in the Colorado Springs area to bring you Platinum Service for Platinum Results. We settle for nothing less - and you shouldn't either! The Reardon Partners Real Estate Team began in 1994 and while they handle a large number of transactions each year, the team maintains a 100% customer service rating based upon surveys filled out by the clients at each Closing. Listen to what their 2017 clients are saying about their services:

“This is our fourth real estate transaction with The Reardon Partners, Debbie, Kelly and Kim—each and every one was a genuine pleasure. Their professionalism and attention to detail are phenomenal!” – Marc & Marilyn, Peregrine Sellers, June 2017

“Debbie, Kim and Kelly work effectively as a team to support each step of the way. Debbie’s experience and knowledge of the market, combined with Kelly’s day to day support and with Kim’s reminders and tracking of each stage of the transactions made us feel more secure that everything was being addressed and handled as needed to make both the buy and sell successful experiences. And, all this was accomplished with a Can-Do attitude that created a pleasant experience for both transactions! We will definitely recommend Reardon Partners to anyone who may be searching for highly qualified and supportive Real Estate agents.” – Dale & Sharon, Woodstone Sellers, May 2017

“The Reardon Partners are the best to work with to meet every need! They make it so easy and took care of so many things for us. We would highly recommend the Reardon Partners.” – David & Karen, Flying Horse Sellers, May 2017

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Debbie Reardon

Debbie has been a licensed real estate broker in Colorado Springs since 1993 and ranked in the top three of all El Paso County Realtors for 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012. She is a member of Peak Producers and Elite 25 and she and her team enjoy serving both Buyers and Sellers with all of their real estate needs. The degree of repeat customers and referrals are a true testament to the way she has served her clients over the years. Debbie and her team believe in serving customers well in all aspects of their real estate needs, and the vendor services she provides her Sellers are second to none! In 2013, Debbie decided to expand the business and was excited when first daughter Kelly and then daughter Kim accepted her invitation to be part of her team. They each come from successful careers, have high levels of education, and bring their own unique perspective to a real estate transaction. Together as a team, Debbie, Kelly and Kim share the same commitment to customer satisfaction and look forward to serving home buyers and sellers in the Colorado Springs real estate market.

Kelly Reardon

Kelly is a 3rd Generation Realtor Who Grew Up In Colorado Springs And Knows The Area And Schools Well. She Graduated From Creighton University And Received Her Master’s Degree From Iowa State University. After Teaching High School Spanish For Several Years, She Decided To Join The Reardon Partners Team At The Platinum Group Realtors. Following In The Footsteps Of Her Grandmother And Mother, Both Running Successful Real Estate Practices, Kelly Shares The Same Dedication To Customer Service That Has Been The Foundation Of The Reardon Partners Team And Debbie Reardon’s Business For The Past 20 Years. Kelly Is Excited To Serve The Pikes Peak Region As A Real Estate Agent.

Kim Kingston

Kim graduated from Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO with a Bachelor of Arts in Technical Journalism.  She earned her Masters of Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting from the University of Colorado. She has credit for passing the Colorado CPA exam and worked as a Vice President – Mortgage Divisional Controller for 2 nationally chartered banks prior to joining Reardon Partners. She is excited to leverage her knowledge of mortgage, tax and accounting to aid customers with their most significant financial investment – home ownership.  Kim resides locally with her husband and two young children. Having grown up in Colorado Springs and now enjoying raising her own family here, she is very knowledgeable about the area and all that this wonderful city has to offer.

At The Platinum Group, REALTORS, we have brought together Colorado Springs' best real estate agents to help you with your real estate needs. To get started on your real estate journey, contact us today at 719-536-4444.

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Sizzling Summer Selling Tips (Part 2)

Many people are looking for their new dream home in Colorado Springs this summer, so if you're considering selling your home, now is the time to do it! However, there are a few things you should consider doing before putting your home up on the market. Last week, we discussed tips 1 - 4, so this week, we're finishing off our sizzling summer selling tips with tips number 5 - 7.

5. Address Necessary Repairs

Not addressing necessary repairs could scare away potential home buyers. For example, if your home has an old roof with visible damage, not fixing this before listing could make you lose out on a fair amount of money from the sale. Or it could make you lose out on potential buyers who don't want to deal with fixing them at all. Whether your home is listed during the summer or any other season, make sure you address these repairs prior to your home being put on the market. When getting your home ready, look out for broken windows, peeling or damaged siding and damaged roofs. You want the potential buyers focusing on all the positives your home has and not distracted by all the repairs that have been neglected.

6. Depersonalize & Declutter

When getting your home ready to sell, it's a good idea to depersonalize and declutter your home. You don't want your buyers distracted by the personal items in your home. In addition, it is a great way safety to follow. Make sure to put away any bills, calendars, pictures, medication and lock up any valuable items. For decluttering a home, it's highly recommended to take the time to walk through your home and evaluate what you actually need to live comfortably in your home while selling. If you believe you can live without something, consider moving into a storage unit or into the basement or garage.

7. Hire A Professional REALTOR

There are many reasons why choosing the best real estate agent in Colorado Springs is vital to the success of the sale of the home. There are many different real estate agents in the area, and choosing the wrong one could be devastating to the sale of your home. It's best to meet with at least three agents prior to choosing the one you want selling your home. It's important to ask the right questions to make the right choice. Not all agents are the same. Even real estate agents who work for the same company aren't the same. So choose carefully.

If you're thinking of selling your home, contact the best team of real estate agents in Colorado Springs at 719-536-4444. The Platinum Group, REALTORS can help make sure your home makes the best first impression to potential home buyers. Let us get your home sold!

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Sizzling Summer Tips For Selling Your Home This Season (Part 1)

Summer is one of the most popular times to sell a home in Colorado Springs. If you're thinking of putting your home up on the marketing this seasons, there are a few things you should consider doing before even finding a real estate agent. This week, we're looking at a few things you should consider doing to your home if you're thinking of selling this summer. Stay tuned next week for part 2!

1. Spruce Up The Curb Appeal

No matter the season, the exterior of the house is one of the most important areas to focus on when selling a home. First impressions matter, especially when it comes to real estate. It's very likely that a prospective buyer will have made up their mind before they've even walked through the front door, so make sure that first impression is a good one. Before putting your home on the market, make sure the exterior and curb appeal of your home is in top shape.

- Mow the lawn
- Water the lawn to avoid a burnt lawn
- Trim the bushes and shrubs
- Water the plants
- Weed and mulch any flower beds
- If needed, touch up any exterior peeling paint
- Clean and/or paint the front door

2. Highlight The Outdoor Living Space

During the summer season, many potential home buyers will be focusing on the outdoor space. Highlighting your outdoor living space is a great way to impress these buyers. Help buyers envision themselves spending time relaxing outside by sprucing up your deck and patio spaces. Sweep up the floor, clean or replace cushion seats on your patio furniture and add potted plants to make your outdoor space shine! Show buyers how amazing your home's outdoor living space is for entertaining friends and family.

3. Keep The Home Cool

During the summer months, it's important to keep your home cooling while it's being looked at by potential buyers. If your home isn't equipped with central air conditioning, it's still important to focus on keeping the home cool. Alternative ways to keep a home cool without air conditioning include installing a window air conditioner unit, turning on ceiling fans, keeping lights off and blind drawn prior to showings and placing floor fans around the home. If your home has central AC, make sure it's performing efficiently and if it hasn't had service done recently, call a professional HVAC technician to have them look it over.

4. Stage The Home For Summer

Staging your home can help enhance the appearance of your home when done correctly. If you're selling your home during the summer, it's best to stage it to reflect the season. A great way to bring summer into your home is by placing bright flowers on a dining room table, planting bright flowers in a window box and having summer scented candles throughout the home. Make your home stand out!

If you're thinking of selling your Colorado Springs home this summer, contact The Platinum Group, REALTORS. We can help make sure your home looks its best for potential home buyers, and we can also help you find your new home! Give us a call today at 719-536-4444 to learn more about how we can help.

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