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There are three exciting new townhome developments that have recently been introduced to the Springs for anyone who wants the perfect combination of scenic and accessible. The first, conveniently located on York Road near the intersection of Woodmen Road and Academy Boulevard, is Yorkshire Commons Townhomes. These two-floor units each come complete with an attached two-car garage, three bedrooms and three bathrooms. The development’s construction is already under way and the first building of the five buildings is completed and move-in ready. This north Colorado Springs community will feature 20 beautifully designed 1,460 square foot townhomes. The entryway leads to an open-plan living, dining and kitchen area; perfect for entertaining and relaxing. Also on the main level is a bathroom, spacious patio and garage access. The second level features a master suite with a walk-in closet and master bathroom on one end and the additional two bedrooms and bathroom across an airy loft. The intelligent plan creates the ideal spaces for privacy and connectivity. Unit pricing starts at $229,000 and buyers may begin contracting them now to make selections and upgrades. “One of the great draws is that these townhomes are located in School District 20,” says Creed Spillane, Managing Broker of Quantum Residential Group. “It is a big value to find newly constructed townhomes in District 20 at that price.” Residents are just moments away from King Soopers, Sprouts, Whole Foods, Natural Grocers,
Bed Bath and Beyond, and much more. Visit the model at 1536 York Road, Mon. through Sat., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The luxury Canyon Creek Townhomes are a part of the large-scale Ivywild urban renewal project around the restored Ivywild School. This already charming, versatile and historic neighborhood is being revitalized into a brand new entertainment core, featuring dining, shopping, an art row and biking trails. Located along Cheyenne Creek, the townhomes have a private feel while granting instant access to community activities and events. “It is here that the canyon meets urban energy,” says Spillane. “Residents have ample opportunity to live, work and play right outside their front door with quick access to Downtown, The Broadmoor Hotel & Resort and North Cheyenne Canon Park.” Quantum Residential Group has been accepting reservations for the three-story creek-side and streetside townhomes and currently has 11 reserved. The development will have a total of 19 units that start in the mid$300’s and range from 1,782 to 2,212 square feet. Buyers may choose a unit with two or three bedrooms and a one or two-car garage. Select units can also accommodate an elevator. The bright, fresh and energy-efficient interiors inspire stimulating living spaces and serene sleeping quarters, which establishes a unique, comfortable and accommodating environment. Residents will be given the opportunity to gain full access to the amenities at the proposed Hilton Home2Suite & Health Club. Attractions
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include an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, complete gym, and roof-top bar and grill. Site work on Canyon Creek Townhomes is already underway and construction will begin in the next several weeks. Near the heart of downtown are the Rio Grande Townhomes. Located at Rio Grande and Weber, the initial release will see 17 units. These three-story residences have an attached two-
car garage, two and three-bedroom floorplans, and the options of an elevator and rooftop patio. Starting in the low $300’s, these urban retreats are now accepting reservations. And for those who are looking to build a custom home, Quantum Residential Group has just announced 28 finished lots in the development of Hilltop Pines. Buyers can bring the builder of their choice at the
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How to prevent fraud in a closing BY GARY M. SINGER TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICES
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I am buying a new home, and the closing company told me that I could not use a certified check for the money I’m paying at closing. It wants me to wire it and confirm the wiring instructions before I send the money. I don’t see why I need to jump through these hoops. What’s going on? – Vince
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Your closing agent is trying to protect you. The scary truth is that fraud is running wild out there, and the criminals are always coming up with more sophisticated ways to rip you off. In the latest scam, fraudsters will hack into your real estate or title agent’s unsecured email account by either guessing the simple password or buying it from the black market. They will sit back and watch the emails until you are a few days from closing. Then they will send a fake email that looks just like it was sent from the person you trust. However, it will contain false wiring instructions that have you send your funds to their account and not the closing agent’s. To make matters
worse, fraudulent cashier’s checks are so rampant that I don’t know of a single closing agent that will accept them anymore. Fortunately, this is a relatively easy scam to avoid. Visit your closing company and get the wiring instructions in person. If this is not feasible, insist on using a closing company that uses secure, encrypted email. While it can be a hassle to deal with encrypted email, it is your best protection from this increasingly common scam. Not only is your closing company dealing with your money, it also is dealing with your most personal information. You want to make sure that when the company emails this, and stores it on its servers, the company has appropriate information security measures in place. When in doubt, call and ask. Finally, when you do get your final numbers, call your closing company and confirm that the wiring instructions you received are the correct ones. If you have never heard of your title company except by emails you received, confirm that the phone number you are calling is correct by cross-checking it on the internet. ■
time of their choosing! Located at Roller Coaster and Hwy 105, the conveniences of the Town of Monument and the accessibility of I-25 are just moments away from the privacy of these treed properties.
ABOUT QUANTUM RESIDENTIAL GROUP
Quantum Residential Group brings together more than 45 years of
experience from the experts who marketed Forest Lakes, Flying Horse, and The Broadmoor Brownstones and West Residences. Their services provide expertise from the initial concept to the final closing. The firm is pleased to provide builders, buyers and sellers with one-stop shopping in residential real estate, including a singular marketing management solution that goes far beyond what
is found in typical real estate sales representation. To connect with Quantum Residential Group about Yorkshire Commons Townhomes, Rio Grande Townhomes, Canyon Creek Townhomes, and Hilltop Pines, call Principal and Managing Broker Creed Spillane at 719-2914123, Principal Broker Kay Moon Folan at 719-200-7748, or visit QuantumResidentialGroup.com. ■
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Found the perfect job for you? Increase your chances of getting the offer BY LILY MARTIS MONSTER.COM
Hopefully, you’ve already found a few job listings that have got you excited. Now, the time has come to actually apply to those jobs and — hopefully — get one of them. Monster career expert Vicki Salemi, who spent more than 15 years in corporate recruiting, says when you see a job you’re interested in, it’s best to take action right away. “Do not wait to apply to a job when you see a viable opportunity,” she says. “As soon as recruiters push job openings live, they’re very conscientious about reviewing incoming resumes.” Applying within the first 48 hours is critical to getting your application seen, she adds. Follow our step-by-step guide below on how you can go from one of hundreds of applicants to the one person who gets the job.
GET TO KNOW THE COMPANY
You’ve seen a job you’re interested in applying for; now what? You need to get a little more information on the company. Salemi says the last thing you want to do is blindly apply to jobs without doing your homework first: “You need to know what’s going on in the company. Are they expanding? Downsizing? Getting acquired? Where do they stand within the industry relative to their peers?” First, do a quick Google News search on the company name to see how and if the business is making headlines. Then check out Monster’s company profiles and employee reviews, powered by kununu. The profiles and reviews — posted by current and former employees — give you some insider information that can help make you a better candidate. You can find out what the culture is like and what the company is
For any stage of the interview, you can assume the hiring manager or recruiter will be asking you quite a few questions to get a more in-depth understanding of whether you have the experience for the role and whether you’ll be a fit, and then they’ll open the floor to answer any questions you might have about the job or company. You’ll want to have a few of those prepared, too. prioritizing right now. This is information you may be able to use in your cover letter and definitely in your interview to show your enthusiasm for the job and the seriousness of your candidacy.
convincing employers you have the skills, intellect, resources and ability to get there.”
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Your resume has been optimized and finalized, right? Well, not totally. Right before you apply to any specific job, identify the main keywords and responsibilities noted in the job ad and see if they appear in your resume — remember, typically the most important ones will be mentioned early in the posting. If your resume doesn’t include these words and phrases, it should. Sprinkle them in, but only where applicable and only in context. Don’t try to keyword-stuff your resume or it will be unreadable to the human who will hopefully be reading this eventually. Check out this video for more tips on using keywords.
Some people will tell you the cover letter is dead, and you can skip this step if you want. But if you do, you could be wasting another opportunity to use keywords that will get your resume through the applicant tracking system software and another chance to demonstrate to a recruiter why you’re the perfect candidate. We know what you’re thinking: Writing a cover letter is such a pain. Here’s the secret, though: You really only need five to seven sentences to make your point: First, state what you’re applying for; second, say what you like about the company; third, say how your experiences match what they’re looking for, and lastly, show your enthusiasm. And one thing to remember as you’re putting your experiences down on paper: You should still apply even if you’re not 100 percent qualified. “It’s okay to not be 100 percent qualified — that’s the key to career growth,” Salemi says. “The key is
TWEAK YOUR RESUME FOR THIS JOB
HIT THE APPLY BUTTON
OK, now that you’ve got your materials together, you’re ready to do this thing. As long as you’re signed in to your account and have uploaded your resume to Monster, all you have to do is hit the “apply” button and voilà!
Your application is sent to the company you’re applying to. If you’re not signed in to your account, you can still submit an application by clicking on “apply,” entering your email and following the application instructions that follow.
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When you do score an interview with a company, you’ll want to go back to that research you did in step one, as you’ll want to refer to some of the information in your interviews to show you’ve done your homework. Review the job ad again, too, to make sure you’re clear on what the hiring manager is seeking. And also review answers to common interview questions, figure out your key selling points, investigate the interviewers and, may we suggest, practicing with a buddy? Here’s the full list of prep steps to help you ace this. If your first interview is a phone screen or a video interview, you’ll want to be prepared for the unique styles of those setups. When you get to the in-person stage, you’ll want to get that handshake right, as it’s a major first impression.
SEND THE RIGHT KIND OF THANK-YOU NOTE
Your mother was right: A thank-you note is important. It can help you seal the deal after an interview and improve your chances of getting a job offer — even if you already think you have it in the bag. You can use our thank-you letter template to craft the perfect note to your potential employer. “Email thank-you notes to all of the interviewers individually, and within 24 hours of the interview,” Salemi advises.
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Eventually, you’re going to reach the last stage of this process — getting the offer. It’s a momentous and exciting occasion. But don’t get ahead of yourself: Your job-search journey doesn’t end when you get the offer. In fact, you still have a bit of work to do. For starters, when you get the offer, don’t say yes right away. Salemi says you always want to negotiate your salary first. “Employers expect you to negotiate,” she says. “They are more surprised when you don’t than when you do.” There’s typically more money on the table, so why not try to put a little more cash in your pocket? ■
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