The causes of rising insurance rates vary by type of coverage, whether auto, home, or health insurance. Auto Insurance Auto insurance rates in Colorado have increased substantially over the past decade for several reasons. The cost to repair vehicles has risen significantly, driveBy more expensive parts and labor. Colorado is also considered a favorable state
Supporting local businesses, schools, families, and neighborhoods should come naturally. It’s what we do when a new shop opens on the corner, when we enroll our kids in the school down the block, or when a business owner becomes more than a name on a storefront—they become a neighbor. We celebrate their wins, and when
Building the right team is one of the most important factors in any organization’s long-term success. At the core of this idea is a principle highlighted by Jim Collins in his classic book Good to Great: it’s not just about having people on the bus—it’s about making sure you have the right people on the
Some time ago, my mother-in-law, Susan, found herself scrolling the online everything store in search of home décor. She landed on a set of wooden triangles painted to resemble snow-capped mountains. “Eighty bucks,” she said flatly. “It’s a few hunks of wood and some paint.” She promptly commissioned her woodworking son-in-law to replicate the product—at
For many homeowners, paying off a mortgage is a milestone worth celebrating: what documents should you keep after your mortgage is paid off? Absolutely. Even if you’ve paid off your mortgage, your Owner’s Policy remains one of the most important documents you own. The Owner’s Policy and your Vesting Deed proves legal ownership of your
Vectra Bank’s Wheat Ridge branch joined the city’s revitalized 38th business corridor in 2018. Before the move, the Bank maintained its status as a community-based bank—and one of the few banks to dispense $10 bills at ATMs—when it first opened in Wheat Ridge in 1985. Vectra’s Retail Regional Manager Mark Hall lived in Wheat Ridge
Walk into Belfiore Italian on 38th Avenue, and you step into a time capsule. For 67 years, this shop has served as a cultural touchstone in Wheat Ridge; its walls steeped in the traditions of Italian-American heritage. Nothing symbolizes this history quite like the stark white, porcelain-enameled steel Deli Case, original from 1964. Gino Scarafiotti,
Buying a home is a big deal. It’s exciting, emotional, and sometimes a little overwhelming. You’ve picked the perfect place, signed a mountain of paperwork, and maybe even popped a bottle of bubbly. But before you settle in and start planning your housewarming party, there’s one behind-the-scenes superhero you need to thank: title insurance. Think of
Businesses on 38th Avenue are no strangers to the impact on traffic flow from the Wadsworth construction, but when you throw in the current climate of economic hardship for restaurants, it’s hard not to wonder how they are surviving. We checked in with Mercedes Mexican restaurant as recently opened for the first time in over
The Broncos have long been considering potential sites for a new stadium, and rumors have suggested that in addition to the heart of Denver, the Broncos considered moving their location to Lone Tree, Aurora, Wheat Ridge, and Commerce City. The conversations about whether, when, and where to move the stadium to include long-needed upgrades like
Business owner and president Paul LoNigro doesn’t believe in the sterile granite and marble decor found in typical insurance offices. Step inside the Wheat Ridge Group Insurance Analysts and Risk Management (GIA) office and you’ll find Beatles art, `50s and `60s memorabilia, Italian heritage keepsakes, a “Back to the Future” hoverboard, White Fence Farm menus,
After months of uncertainty following its closure in May, Wheat Ridge Poultry & Meats will soon reopen under new ownership, preserving a legacy dating back to 1942. Jeff Prah, a veteran of Denver’s meat industry, has taken over the 5650 W. 29th Avenue shop’s lease and plans to open it again in mid-October. The new
Tenants often need to provide some financial assurance, commonly known as security, to ensure they fulfill their obligations under a commercial lease. Two widely used forms of security are the cash security deposit and the standby letter of credit. Cash Security Deposit: The cash security deposit is a common way of securing a tenant’s obligations
For many, a trip to the vet is a cacophony of chaos. It begins with trying to stuff the family cat, which has suddenly developed the temperament of a cornered badger, into a plastic carrier. This is followed by a drive where the beloved pet voices its discontent, culminating in an invoice that could require
Gary Bryan has always done business the same way: no gimmicks, no upselling, no sugarcoating, just straightforward answers and hard work. On July 17, his shop, Wheat Ridge Auto Service, marked 45 years of keeping cars running in the Wheat Ridge community. There’s no website, no online scheduling, and Gary doesn’t advertise. “I guess it
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When Herb Edwards opened Edwards Meats as a small counter behind a friend’s fruit stand in 1962, Wheat Ridge looked almost nothing like it does today. Sixty-three years later, Herb’s grandson, Darin, runs the same family business, one of the few shops of its kind that has stood the test of time. During a 1966
The internet has no shortage of get-rich-quick schemes. One of the most persistent plays on our fear of missing out: “If you’d invested a thousand bucks in Apple in 1984, today you’d be a millionaire!” It suggests wealth is just one lucky guess away. And yes, a few people have built fortunes through speculative investing—but
Wheat Ridge Poultry & Meats, a local institution since 1942, has been ordered to close its doors indefinitely due to a storm of financial issues and personal misfortune. The shop’s future now hinges on the owner’s payment of years of owed taxes back to the city. For many locals, the butcher shop at 5650 W.
In the vibrant community of Wheat Ridge, Korey Stites is a familiar face. To many he is the City Council member. To others, a third generation entrepreneur. As I sit in Stylus & Crate sipping my black coffee at a table near the back, Korey arrives on time and is greeted at the counter. He
This summer, two recent business additions to the West 29th Marketplace are excited to continue welcoming local residents. Anne’s a la Mode Since 2019, Amanda and Mark Crisman have established themselves as part of the Denver-area pie scene’s upper crust. Each summer, they haul around “Sweetie Pie,” a 1969 Yellowstone Canned Ham trailer turned mobile
Natalie Naudus, an influencer with over 100,000 Instagram followers, recently recounted her family’s 6-day Disney World vacation. The price tag? $8,370. Her post ended with her daughter’s unexpected reaction: “I thought Disney would be cooler.” Which raises the question: could the same amount of money have created greater happiness elsewhere? Happiness, or “utility” as economists
Policyholders pay good money for their insurance. But when a loss occurs or someone sues you, insurance coverage is not automatic. People who make insurance claims face several potential pitfalls that may prevent them from getting what they paid for. One of the first mistakes policyholders sometimes make is failing to promptly notify the insurance
Hopefully you survived the bitter cold weather that we have recently experienced. The warmer weather appears to be back and maybe our Colorado spring starts soon. Property Tax Statements In January, county treasurers mailed out property tax statements to the residents of Colorado. As Jefferson County Treasurer, I sent out those statements the week of
