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Denver as the Capital of the West
The region known by Forbes Magazine as the Inland West (extending from the foothills of the Rockies to the coastal ranges that shelter the Pacific Coast) has enjoyed the most rapid population growth in the nation from 2003 to 2013. The growth (21%) is due to the...
Consider Buying a House Sooner Rather Than Later
The reasons to buy a home before 2014 include everything from rising mortgage interest rates and home prices, to falling affordability indexes, rising interest rates, and the fear of inflation. Reason #1: Interest Rates Will Rise One problem with historically low...
Eagle P3 Project
The Regional Transportation District’s Eagle P3 project is about half finished. Here are some questions and answers about the project: What is the Eagle P3? It’s a $2.2 billion project to build about one-third of the larger $7.4 billion FasTracks program to open 122...
Colorado’s New Brand
One year ago, Colorado launched the most inclusive, collaborative and ambitious branding effort ever undertaken by a state. Rather than hiring an outside company to define who we are, the state tapped into the creative talent of its own people to build a brand for...
Waiting Periods Waived
The Great Recession that started in late 2007 forced many responsible Colorado homeowners into mortgage loan default and/or bankruptcy. Because of this, the Federal Housing Authority (FHA) realized that credit histories don’t always reflect a person’s true ability or...
Colorado could become a Leading Exporter of Natural Gas
According to a recent economic study released by the Colorado Oil & Gas Association (COGA), the oil and natural gas industry plays a pivotal role in bringing substantial economic benefits to Colorado. Here are some specific benefits of the oil and gas industry in...