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Protect Your HomeProtect Your Home
“For people living in wildfire-prone areas here in Colorado, mitigation is a proven method to reduce the risk to your home and property,” said Insurance Commissioner Michael Conway. “Now is the time to take what steps you can, before we get any further into this summer’s wildfire season.”
The Storm Prediction Center issued the first extreme fire danger warning for Western Colorado and Eastern Utah in 15 years. Unfortunately, this serves as a reminder that we are now in the height of wildfire season in Colorado and the West.
Tips for wildfire mitigation
- Clear a safety zone around your home and remove trees, leaves, brush and pine needles. Create a zone of at least 100 feet, but know that 200 – 500 feet is often recommended. Also remove overhanging tree branches near your home.
- Be sure propane or fuel tanks are at least 30 feet away from all structures.
- Keep the smoke detectors and fire extinguishers inside your home working properly.
- If you do not have access to a community water system or water hydrant, get a water storage tank. Make sure your garden hoses reach all areas of the property, and keep them visible and in accessible areas.
- Be sure your entrance road is accessible. Inaccessible roads can prevent fire-fighting equipment from reaching your home quickly. The street address should be easily visible from the entrance to the property so emergency responders are not delayed.
- Use fire-resistant materials in the structure of your home, especially the roof, which is most vulnerable
- Do not store firewood on your deck or porch.
We have a couple of great companies that can help you be proactive. Give Carrie Summers a call 970-759-2540. We are here to help!
Hiking above MancosHiking above Mancos
Just above the town of Mancos, there are endless hiking trails where you can explore and seldom see anyone. This past weekend I hiked on some old closed off mining roads and never saw a soul! At 10 am it was 56 degrees and after hiking 6 miles it had warmed up to 67! Pretty sweet when Phoenix and Albuquerque areas are having record breaking heat this summer.
I am always looking for a hiking buddy! Come explore with me and find out why Mancos is a great place to call home!!
Fresh FruitFresh Fruit
One of the best things about summer is fresh fruit. Even though we had very little snow over the winter, several apricot trees are loaded throughout Mancos. Yum! Also Oalthe Sweet Corn is now $8 for a $1! Woo Hoo! Don’t miss the Farmer’s Market on Thursdays next to my office from 4 to 7pm for your veggies and live music. Yes, I love living in Mancos. If you are looking for a small town with a big heart come fall in love. Just recently Mancos helped a family that was down on their luck to find a place to live, get it furnished and even do landscaping for them.
I’m here to help! MancosHomes.com
The Life of a Realtor in MancosThe Life of a Realtor in Mancos
I’ve been blessed to welcome some incredibly great people into Mancos and at the same time my heart broke when I had to sell a cabin for the Nelson’s who’ve owned it for 27 years and since they are in their 90’s it’s just too hard of a drive from Louisiana.
Another great friend who lives in Calif. and been renting his house here in Mancos needed to sell. I helped him clean the property, replace flooring, take loads to the dump and get it ready for the new buyers. I am so happy to help others and able to juggle my 3 kids, my two horses that I love to ride, chickens, dogs and a couple of kittys! God knew this was the job for me! Here’s a picture of me riding in the mountains!
How to tell if a homeowner is desperate to sellHow to tell if a homeowner is desperate to sell
Searching for a new home in Mancos, Cortez or Dolores Colorado? There are some signs to help you determine if the homeowner is desperate to sell.
Information is valuable. Do your homework. How long has the house been on the market? Why are they selling? Have there been several price drops? Google the homeowner and the address. Is the home vacant? A rental? Are they listing the home “as is”? Does the listing say “motivated seller” or “sellers concessions”?
Some of these questions can be answered by your Realtor. Ask the neighbors,and ask at the coffee shop. On your first visit to the home look for signs- is mailbox stuffed and yard untidy? If the owners are at your showing ask lots of questions. Ask them “Have you had any offers”?
Looking to buy a new home in Mancos, Dolores or Cortez Colorado? I’m here to help! MancosHomes.com 970-759-2540
Tips to sell your home in the SpringTips to sell your home in the Spring
When selling your house in the Spring, you need to know how to stand out above the rest. Here are some tips that will help you.
1. Hire a realtor who can be your trusted advisor, knows the market and has sold homes in your area. Do your homework and get recommendations, and interview potential Realtors. I’ve lived in Mancos for 26 years, and would love to do a free market analysis for you.
2. Before the home is listed, get it inspected. This way, you have a chance to fix things and you won’t have any surprises once you find a buyer.
3. Clean the house this includes windows, and outside. Get the house power washed, clean the fans, do touch up painting and declutter. You want your house to be spacious, so buyers can imagine their stuff in the home. Make sure your closets are not stuffed. First impressions are huge.
4. On the day of a showing, have curtains opened up, for sunshine and turn on the lights. Also have bottle water and cookies out for potential buyers. You want them to linger and fall in love with your home.
5. Have a detailed sheet for the buyers in the kitchen for them to take home. List the things that you love about the home, ie. proximity to schools, forest, big yard, heated floors, views.
I’d love to help you get your home sold in Mancos, Cortez and Dolores, Colorado. I’m a Realtor here to help. Call me anytime. MancosHomes.com 970-759-2540