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How to Finance Your Dream Home in Southwest Colorado
It isn’t hard to see why so many people are drawn to Southwest Colorado. From our bluebird skies and breathtaking mountain scenery to our world-class outdoor activities and historic charm, a long list of things make living in the area a complete dream. However,...
A Home Owner’s Guide to Home Insurance: Why It’s Important
A home can be many things. From a sanctuary of solitude to a gathering place for family and friends, our homes hold many of the things we cherish most. They also represent a large piece of our financial future and are possibly the most significant asset many of us...
5 Things to Look for In Your Dream Home Location: Why Durango Living is the Best
Do you ever find yourself staring out the kitchen window dreaming of a better place to call home? Whether you desire to escape the hustle and bustle of urban life or need more action than the country can offer, there are many reasons to relocate and settle in your...
5 Tips to Prepare Your Home for Sale
Have you considered putting your home on the market? If you answered ‘yes,’ you can do a few simple things to attract buyers and sell your home faster. In this article, we discuss five tips to prepare your home for sale, why it’s essential to put time into completing...
Wowza, What a Wild Winter!
This winter has knocked all of our socks off. Colorado has certainly gotten some well-deserved moisture. With record breaking snowfall all over the state, locals have flocked to the mountains to enjoy the powder. Having lived all over the Durango area for the last six...
Are We Hunting Yet?
Now that the chaotic holiday season has passed and we’ve had a bit of time to settle into the new year, I can’t help but find myself looking forward to warmer weather, fishing, camping, and especially to one of my favorite times of year— hunting season. When I bring...
7 Memorable Winter Festivities Favorited by TNS!
Photo courtesy of Uncover Colorado taken by Steven Smith. Winter is one of our favorite seasons in Durango! Being a community of snow enthusiasts, there are tons of activities and events available for every interest! You don’t have to be an X-games athlete or a...
Team North Star Partners with Community Compassion Outreach
This fall, Team North Star has partnered with Community Compassion Outreach (CCO), through their RESST program to help support children in La Plata County who are experiencing homelessness. According to a recent business brief from the organization’s Executive...
Colorado Solar Energy: Save Money 365 Days a Year
With 266 days of sunshine per year, 61 more than the national average, the Durango area is abundant with Colorado solar energy. West Dalton Ranch, located in the center of the magnificent Animas Valley, is blessed with this abundant sunshine in addition to the...
Premier Living in West Dalton Ranch’s Golf Community
The newest phase in Dalton Ranch, West Dalton Ranch, offers a lifestyle with excellent amenities within 2 minutes. Imagine starting the day with birdsong and mountain air as you enjoy a walk through your neighborhood. Basking in sunshine, neighbors wave as you pass....