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Tight supplies hamper existing-home sales

WASHINGTON – U.S. home sales slid in August by the most since January as tight supplies and rising prices discouraged potential buyers. The National Association of Realtors said ...

DATE: Sep 26, 2015 | CATEGORY: Business

New projects contributing to Durango’s hotel resurgence

City’s hotel room inventory growing

DATE: Sep 26, 2015 | CATEGORY: Business

U.S. rental home prices rise at slower pace in August

WASHINGTON – U.S. home rents rose at a slower pace in August, a downshift that may reflect the rise of apartment construction in many major cities. Median rents rose a seasonally ...

DATE: Sep 22, 2015 | CATEGORY: Business

U.S. homebuilding slows in August after hot streak

WASHINGTON – Builders broke ground on fewer houses and apartment complexes in August, a possible sign that the housing market may be levelling off after accelerating for much of the year. ...

DATE: Sep 19, 2015 | CATEGORY: Business

Durango Area Parade of Homes kicks off Sept. 25

Builders group hosts three-day event next weekend

DATE: Sep 19, 2015 | CATEGORY: Business

U.S. homebuilder sentiment hits highest level since October 2005

U.S. homebuilders are feeling slightly more optimistic about the housing market, nudging their confidence this month to a level not seen since the high-flying days of the housing boom nearly...

DATE: Sep 19, 2015 | CATEGORY: Business

How to buy a home with limited funds

In my 35 years as a mortgage originator and exclusive buyer’s representative, many prospective homebuyers have told me they are delaying their purchase because of money or their credit histo...

DATE: Sep 19, 2015 | CATEGORY: On Real Estate

Landing a good investment on land

“Don’t wait to buy land, buy land and wait.” This quote by William Penn Adair “Will” Rogers has been an investment strategy by many, and others have followed the advice of “Buy land; they’re...

DATE: Sep 12, 2015 | CATEGORY: Business

Pay not keeping up with housing costs

Student loans, other debts making it harder to buy

DATE: Sep 12, 2015 | CATEGORY: Business

Discarded objects reborn as light fixtures

Upcycled items offer modern feel with a ‘wow factor’

DATE: Sep 12, 2015 | CATEGORY: Business

Shedding light on homeowners' solar options

Despite its benefits, switching to solar power can be a daunting prospect for the average homeowner. From the cost of purchasing or leasing your own solar panel system to uncertainties about...

DATE: Sep 12, 2015 | CATEGORY: Business

Landing a good investment on land

DATE: Sep 12, 2015 | CATEGORY: On Real Estate

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.