The past year or so has been extremely difficult for small businesses of all kinds — from shops and boutiques to salons and spas, to bars and restaurants. Artisans and makers have been especially impacted by the current economy, as many haven’t had the same exposure from in-person markets and events that they typically rely on. One […]
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The 11 Best Consignment + Thrift Stores in Fort Collins
Consignment and thrift stores play a valuable role in the community as are a resource for affordable clothing, furniture and other goods. Plus, they help reduce waste by keeping unwanted items out of the landfill, reducing the need for the increased production of new items. And lastly, many secondhand stores give back to the community in tangible […]
15 Outdoor + Distanced Spring Events in Fort Collins 2021
Spring is almost here! Is it just us or is this the most exciting season of the year? It typically means longer days, more sunshine, blooming flowers and warmer temperatures — essentially, more reasons to spend time outdoors. And after an entire year with COVID restrictions and more time spent at home, we’re […]
The 8 Best Places for Avocado Toast in Fort Collins
We all love a good food fad. Cupcakes, kale, ramen, bacon everything — we’ve seen it all in the last 20 or so years. But there’s one food phenomenon we hope doesn’t go away any time soon: avocado toast! While this savory breakfast item consists of two obvious ingredients (bread and smashed or sliced avocado), avocado toast […]
10 Books by Colorado Authors That Should Be On Your Reading List
As the precautions related to COVID are extending into 2021, it looks like we’ll be hunkering down at home for a little while longer. But if you’ve already watched your entire Netflix queue twice and have run out of board games to play, you might be looking for something new to do. […]
11 Spring 2021 Interior Design Trends to Incorporate in Your Home
Spring is almost here! While we love decorating and updating our homes at the turn of each season, there’s just something about spring that feels bright, cheerful and filled with hope. Bring those emotions into your interior with these interior design trends we can expect to see in spring 2021! We’re anticipating […]
Where to Get the Best Ramen in Northern Colorado
I scream, you scream, we all scream for…ramen? Ramen has taken the U.S. by storm over the last several years, and it has certainly made its way to Northern Colorado. But this Japanese delicacy is nothing new! In fact, it is believed to have been introduced to Japan as early as the 1660s. But no […]
17 Nonprofits + Charities in Loveland to Support
Northern Colorado residents are known for many things — being outdoorsy, laid-back and loving craft beer. But they are also known for being incredibly generous and kind, lending out a helping hand without hesitation whenever someone is in need. As a result, Loveland is home to many nonprofit organizations and charities with missions focused on serving […]
4 Luxury Listings You’ll Love in Northern Colorado
Valentine’s Day is just a couple of days away! While we’re reflecting on all things lovely and loveable, we thought we’d explore a few luxury homes for sale in Northern Colorado we think you’ll truly love. If you saw our Annual Real Estate Forecast recap, we talked about the remarkable success of the luxury […]
12 Reasons We Love Living in Northern Colorado
Simply put, we have a crush on Northern Colorado. And looking at the statistics of those relocating here, it’s clear that many of you do, too. While we’ll sing its praises all year long, there’s no time like the month of love to express our undying admiration for Northern Colorado. […]
11 of The Best Places to Get Curbside Cocktails in Fort Collins Right Now
While 2020 brought many challenges to Northern Colorado, if there’s one thing we would actually like to stick to after the pandemic is over, it’s curbside cocktails! Last March, as many restaurants and bars were closing their doors for in-person dining, many innovative small business owners had a brilliant idea: offering ready-made cocktails or cocktail kits in cans, bottles or […]
2020 Northern Colorado Real Estate Market in Review and Forecast for 2021
On January 19, The Group held its Annual Real Estate Forecast virtually. During this streamed event, Group President and CEO Brandon Wells explored the market trends we saw in 2020 and forecasted our predictions for 2021, based on information from reliable sources in the industry and our own decades of experience. Wells shared statistics specific to the many cities throughout […]