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Refinancing or Selling? You’ll need a killer appraisal! A bank will not refinance a home for more than it is worth, and a potential buyer will not pay more than the recognized value of the home. Which is why we're giving you these 5 simple steps for a better home appraisal.

What makes the Redlands SO Great? Maybe it's the Colorado National Monument in your backyard... Maybe it's remoteness, within easy reach of shopping and entertainment... Maybe it's the spectacular Golf Courses that sprawl across the area... Or maybe it's ALL of it... Follow Redlands Living on Facebook for activities in the area! #IAmGJ #ShareGJ #RedlandsLiving

Are you as egg-cited as we are about the Annual Easter Egg Scramble? Bring your kids to the Fruita Community Center for some egg-ercise Wednesday March 28, 2018 #WTFruita #ShareGJ #IAmGJ #MesaCounty

2018 Mesa County Property Taxes Are On The Rise According to KKCO 11 News some folks may be seeing a major hike on their 2018 property taxes. See the VIDEO here. While no one likes to pay more for anything there is a reason we're experiencing this rise and we'd like to explain why it's a good thing. 2017 Mill Levy In our last County election in 2017 residents supported a mill levy increase of 12%...

RE/MAX Agents Are More Recommended National Survey Results Drive 2018 Ad Campaign February 01, 2018 DENVER – On the heels of a No. 5 ranking in Entrepreneur'sFranchise 500® survey, RE/MAX today announced the launch of its 2018 advertising campaign which, along with social, digital and traditional activations, features eight TV spots created by Director Autumn De Wilde and San...

Dispelling Refinancing Myths “Refinancing” is a scary word for many people, but that shouldn’t be the case for you. For many homeowners, refinancing can not only lower your monthly payments and help with your monthly budget, but it can save you thousands of dollars in the long run. YOU’RE NOT TOO LATE. For years now, we’ve been hearing that interest rates will be on the rise, and although...

How Do You Pick A Good Mattress? Let's be honest, finding a new mattress shouldn't be THAT hard, or maybe you prefer firm, or soft . . .  or memory foam!? Either way there are SO many options out there now a days and new mattresses are an INVESTMENT. It's not like you can afford to mess it up and you can't return it... or can you? Finding the Best Mattress You’ve got more options than ever when...

Do You Have a Dream Home in Mind? We Can Find it! We’ll find the home no matter the household. RE/MAX agents are more recommended because we recommend what’s right for you. Call Kate Porras Real Estate for a no obligation equity evaluation on your current home 970-985-8555 Click here for out current listings or contact us below to schedule a showing for your new...

Grand Junction Fire Department-Citizens' Academy Needs YOU Have you ever wanted to experience what an average day at the Grand Junction Fire Department is like? Or climb into a fire truck, spray a fire hose, or cut the roof off of a car?! You can do it all and experience the diverse set of skills required to be a firefighter in an all-hazards department here in Western Colorado. Learn what it’s...

What Do the 2018 Tax Cuts & Jobs Act Mean for You? Tax time can be confusing and 2018 is no different with the new tax cuts and jobs act. Here's a breakdown of how it might impact you according to the National Association of REALTORS (NAR) who has worked through the tax reform process to preserve the existing tax benefits of homeownership and real estate investment over the past several...