Thankfulness…the attitude of gratitude. For what? The good things only? How about the tough times and the trip-ups that teach us too? Why aren’t we thankful for all of it? It's easy to only be thankful for the good things, but looking into the 'bad' things that happen, I've learned more when those occur and grown personally than any other time! Yes, sometimes it's a painful lesson or growth, but always I'm better for it. So how about you? Are you grateful that people like that came before us and struggled immensely to chisel out greater opportunity for future generations? Is your life really that hard? Look around and I bet you’ll find somebody today struggling like an early American settler. Be thankful that you have what you do and reach out with your talent and your resources to help... 12/20/2011

People are more tentative about making investments today than at any time that I have observed in my 30 plus years in the business world. As a Realtor, I can tell you that buying real estate is no exception. So what doess someone thinking of buying or selling need to make a decision - TIMELY AND ACCURATE MARKET RELEVANT REAL ESTATE INFORMATION!! More importantly how do they want to receive it and how do they get it in the way they want to get it, free of cost and free of hassle! For years I have become increasingly convinced that any company or agent that provides the information that people want in the way they want it will ultimately be given an opportunity to show their skills when and if the party receiving the information decides to act. Of course part of the information delivered ... 12/06/2011

This luxury Home in Castle Pines in Castlerock - just south of denver is beautiful and private. In a mountain setting, this home is completely surrounded by the golf course. 200 Equinox Drive in Castlerock, CO at Castle Pines Video.  Listed by Joyce Kelly at LuxHomesDenver.com This HD video was produced by Hot Shot Pros (Hot Shots Digital of Colorado)   For more information on this beautiful Luxury Home Rental, please click here. 11/17/2011

High Definition Videos for Real Estate with class.  3219 Castle Butte in Castlerock, CO - A Luxury Home Rental by Luxhomesdenver.com Real Estate Videos in Denver and the surrounding areas are really turning some heads... especially in the Luxury Home Market.  We are honored to have Lux Homes of Denver business, and look forward to continue to propel them into the future with HD real estate video productions like the following.   The following video production was produced, shot and directed for real estate by HotShotPros.com   For more information on this Luxury Home Real Estate Video in Colorado, please click here. 11/17/2011

What is Shadow Inventory - and What Will It Do To The Real Estate Market? Shadow inventory are homes that have gone through foreclosure and the bank normally list them for sale with a real estate broker. However, what we're seeing is that because the bank knows they are going to take a loss when selling these properties they are holding onto them thus the "shadow". In Denver alone, there are approximately 13,000 residential homes & condo's for sale in the Multiple Listing Service to date. It is also estimated there are approximately 25,000 Shadow Listings that banks are holding onto. These 25,000 homes won't be released all at once, however, they may be released in large blocks which will cause another downturn in the market. If you are thinking about selling your home NOW is the time b... 11/16/2011

Three "Rules of Thumb" Help Investors Build Wealth Quickly.    1.  The "Rule of 72" is used to estimate how long it will take your money to double itself at a given rate of return on your investment. If you divide your rate of return into 72, the answer is how long will it take your money to double. For example, if you earn 6% on a savings account, it will take you 12 years for your money to double in value - 72 divided by 6. If you are able to increase your return to 10%, your money will double in 7.2 years - 72 divided by 10.   2.  The "Rule of Leverage". One of the beauties of real estate (as opposed to other forms of investment) is that you can use leverage to increase your rate of return. You leverage your investment by using a loan on the property and reducing the amount of your o... 11/04/2011

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to wake up in the morning with enough money coming in that you could do what you want that day? Would you consider yourself “rich”? Here’s a definition of “Rich” that we like: “Rich” is the ability to wake up in the morning with the physical health, knowledge, friends, financial freedom, and passion to do what you want that day”. Financial freedom occurs when your annual investment income (your money at work) exceeds your annual lifestyle expenses. At this point you have “Wake-Up Money”. We have many clients who have achieved (or are on the path to achieving) this “Wake Up Money” lifestyle. Many of them have modest incomes but have become “rich” through their investment in local real estate – specifically homes and condos. One client in parti... 11/02/2011

A half million dollar home for $100.00 and a great cause. The deadline is looming for those that wish to purchase a raffle ticket to own a beautiful home, valued at over $500K in Castle Rock, CO. Benenficiaries of this project will be St. Jude and all of the children thatare treated at this incredible hospital. The St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway is selling raffle tickets for $100.00 and all proceeds go directly to benefit St. Judes childrens research Hospital for treatment of childhood cancer. The entire St. Judes Hospital runs exclusively on donations and Bob Woodley, owner of Joyce homes decided to step up to the table and design, build and giveaway a home for the purposes of raising money for this great cause. Bob Woodley and Joyce homes are well known in and around Denver, they has be... 11/02/2011

The Old Stone Church Restaurant in Castle Rock, Colorado     Looking for somewhere different to dine?  The Old Stone Church Restaurant in Castle Rock has great food and atmosphere.  This building was an actual church built in 1888.  It has survived the years and the weather and is now a popular restaurant.  The atmosphere is great with stained glass windows and two level seating.      The food is very good.  The American cuisine has steaks, fish, duck and chicken dishes.        I have dined here many times with friends and highly recommend this restaurant for a special night out.     They are located in the heart of Castle Rock at 210 3rd street.  If you want to call for reservations, they can be reached at 303-688-9000.   09/22/2011

Relay for Life Car Show - July 16 - Castle Rock, Colorado. A very good real estate friend of mine, Deb Hemmann, is heavily involved in fund raising for Relay for Life.  She recently experienced her own battle with cancer, under going three rounds of chemo therapy.  She is proud to report that she is now cancer free! This year, Deb and her family are sponsoring a Car Show for Relay for Life.  Entry fee for anyone interested in showing off their fancy cars is just $10 per entry.  Trophies will be presented in the top three places for each category of Vintage, Classic Cars, Muscle Cars, Motorcycles, Trucks, and MORE! The show will take place on July 16th with registration 9:00 -11:00 AM and the show from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, at Wilcox and 7th St, followed by a cruise in downtown Castle Roc... 06/25/2011

Featured Neighborhood: Red Hawk Home & Real Estate For Sale Red Hawk Home Search Castle Rock CO Home Search Denver CO Home Search When you are ready to look at homes (or have one to sell) in Red Hawk of Castle Rock CO give me a call. I would love the opportunity to earn your business! Mark at 720.733.1548. View Red Hawk Neighborhood in Castle Rock CO in a larger map _________ Copyright 2011 by Mark Richards, All Rights Reserved, "Castle Rock CO Home Update - Featured Neighborhood: Red Hawk Home & Real Estate For Sale"_________ 06/20/2011

Featured Neighborhood: Haystack Acres Home & Real Estate For Sale Haystack Acres Home Search Castle Rock CO Home Search Denver CO Home Search When you are ready to look at homes (or have one to sell) in Haystack Acres of Castle Rock CO give me a call. I would love the opportunity to earn your business! Mark at 720.733.1548. View Haystack Acres Neighborhood in Castle Rock CO in a larger map _________ Copyright 2011 by Mark Richards, All Rights Reserved, "Castle Rock CO Home Update - Featured Neighborhood: Haystack Acres Home & Real Estate For Sale"_________ 06/20/2011

Featured Neighborhood: Pinon Soleil Home & Real Estate For Sale Pinon Soleil Home Search Castle Rock CO Home Search Denver CO Home Search When you are ready to look at homes (or have one to sell) in Pinon Soleil of Castle Rock CO give me a call. I would love the opportunity to earn your business! Mark at 720.733.1548. View Pinon Soleil Neighborhood in Castle Rock CO in a larger map _________ Copyright 2011 by Mark Richards, All Rights Reserved, "Castle Rock CO Home Update - Featured Neighborhood: Pinon Soleil Home & Real Estate For Sale"_________ 06/20/2011

Featured Neighborhood: Cobblestone Ranch Home & Real Estate For Sale Cobblestone Ranch Home Search Castle Rock CO Home Search Denver CO Home Search When you are ready to look at homes (or have one to sell) in Cobblestone Ranch of Castle Rock CO give me a call. I would love the opportunity to earn your business! Mark at 720.733.1548. View Cobblestone Ranch Neighborhood in Castle Rock CO in a larger map _________ Copyright 2011 by Mark Richards, All Rights Reserved, "Castle Rock CO Home Update - Featured Neighborhood: Cobblestone Ranch Home & Real Estate For Sale"_________ 06/20/2011

Featured Neighborhood: Escavera Home & Real Estate For Sale Escavera Home Search Castle Rock CO Home Search Denver CO Home Search When you are ready to look at homes (or have one to sell) in Escavera of Castle Rock CO give me a call. I would love the opportunity to earn your business! Mark at 720.733.1548. View Escavera Neighborhood in Castle Rock CO in a larger map _________ Copyright 2011 by Mark Richards, All Rights Reserved, "Castle Rock CO Home Update - Featured Neighborhood: Escavera Home & Real Estate For Sale"_________ 06/20/2011

Do you know someone who has questions about Loan Modifications?  There will be a great question and answer session on Castle Rock Radio where callers can have their questions answered live!  Susan Snow, Broker Associate with Keller Williams Southlands hosts the program " Hope 4 Homeowners" every Thursday from 10:00 am - 11:00 am.  She covers a variety of Real Estate topics that would benefit all!  Tune in each week and increase your knowledge and get your questions answered!   06/09/2011

Featured Neighborhood: Craig and Goulds Home & Real Estate For Sale Craig and Goulds Home Search Castle Rock CO Home Search Denver CO Home Search When you are ready to look at homes (or have one to sell) in Craig and Goulds of Castle Rock CO give me a call. I would love the opportunity to earn your business! Mark at 720.733.1548. View Craig and Goulds Neighborhood in Castle Rock CO in a larger map _________ Copyright 2011 by Mark Richards, All Rights Reserved, "Castle Rock CO Home Update - Featured Neighborhood: Craig and Goulds Home & Real Estate For Sale"_________ 05/10/2011

Featured Neighborhood: Bluffs at Castle Pointe Home & Real Estate For Sale Bluffs at Castle Pointe Home Search Castle Rock CO Home Search Denver CO Home Search When you are ready to look at homes (or have one to sell) in Bluffs at Castle Pointe of Castle Rock CO give me a call. I would love the opportunity to earn your business! Mark at 720.733.1548. View Bluffs at Castle Pointe Neighborhood in Castle Rock CO in a larger map _________ Copyright 2011 by Mark Richards, All Rights Reserved, "Castle Rock CO Home Update - Featured Neighborhood: Bluffs at Castle Pointe Home & Real Estate For Sale"_________ 05/10/2011

Featured Neighborhood: Bell Mountain Ranch Home & Real Estate For Sale Bell Mountain Ranch Home Search Castle Rock CO Home Search Denver CO Home Search When you are ready to look at homes (or have one to sell) in Bell Mountain Ranch of Castle Rock CO give me a call. I would love the opportunity to earn your business! Mark at 720.733.1548. View Bell Mountain Ranch Neighborhood in Castle Rock CO in a larger map _________ Copyright 2011 by Mark Richards, All Rights Reserved, "Castle Rock CO Home Update - Featured Neighborhood: Bell Mountain Ranch Home & Real Estate For Sale"_________ 05/10/2011

Featured Neighborhood: Baldwin Park Home & Real Estate For Sale Baldwin Park Home Search Castle Rock CO Home Search Denver CO Home Search When you are ready to look at homes (or have one to sell) in Baldwin Park of Castle Rock CO give me a call. I would love the opportunity to earn your business! Mark at 720.733.1548. View Baldwin Park Neighborhood in Castle Rock CO in a larger map _________ Copyright 2011 by Mark Richards, All Rights Reserved, "Castle Rock CO Home Update - Featured Neighborhood: Baldwin Park Home & Real Estate For Sale"_________ 05/10/2011