June 12th, 2008
People concerned about their carbon footprints probably assume that vacation homes are not in their futures.
But anyone deciding to buy a second home can balance out its impact on the environment. Driving to the mountains once, for a four day stay, versus four times for four separate days will save gas and time, especially if you don’t go home when everyone else does on Sunday afternoon. Stay until after dinner, or perhaps even Monday morning. It may sound like a cop out, but keep reading!
A wonderful new store has opened in Breckenridge. It is called Ecoasis, and it is just that, an oasis of environmentally sound ideas and products. I spent about an hour there the other day and met Beth, who is very knowlegable and anxious to help anyone with questions. Ecoasis carries everything from flooring
May 26th, 2008
I deal with many second home buyers in Frisco, Silverthorne, Dillon and Breckenridge.
One of their commonly asked questions is what to do with their trash. Many end up disposing of it in someone else’s dumpster, and more than a few businesses have had to resort to putting locks on their dumpsters. When the businesses have no room […]
May 10th, 2008
If you have been thinking about building a home in Frisco,
you need to know that the town recently has enacted a new “green” building code. The code mandates sustainable building methods, and encourages builders and homeowners to do more than the minimum requirements. It is very similar to the International Energy Conservation Code. The Summit County Building Department, with jurisdiction over all parts of the county not considered to be in the towns themselves, is in the process of changing their code to a very similar one.
Just what are green building methods? I attended a meeting this week that was intended to let us all know just that. Among other things…..
February 11th, 2008
Our favorite kind of day in Summit County we call a “bluebird” day. That means blue skies, sunshine and fresh snow. But no matter what the weather is like, it is always a beautiful place to live or to visit. Continue reading to see the slideshow and enjoy your Summit County winter tour.
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December 8th, 2007
Summit County, Colorado is more than just a destination. It’s a lifestyle. Living in the county, either full or part time, definitely has its benefits. These benefits are not only in the appreciation of your real estate investments but in your quality of life. Experience what Summit County has to offer and you will not […]
