The Matthew Jensen Podcast

The first hard freeze on the Front Range tends to arrive before most homeowners have given winter a second thought, and by then a forgotten hose or a clogged downspout can turn into a costly repair. I sat down with Bryan Zenner of Inspections Over Coffee, who has completed close to 30,000 inspections across Colorado, to talk through the problems he sees most often. In this video, Bryan and I walk through 10 simple steps that can protect your home this winter, including one overlooked risk that actually climbs once the windows close. Watch my video to see which ones belong on your list before the temperatures drop.

Right now, a lot of people are moving because they have to, not because they want to. And when you have to sell one house before you can buy the next one, the timing, the numbers, and the negotiations all have to line up at once, with very little room for error. I want to walk you through how one Front Range family I've known for years pulled off exactly that, even after a surprise expense nearly derailed both deals. Watch my video to see how the plan came together.

Not walking into Folsom Field this season? The right spot can still give you the food, the crowd, and that game-day feeling, whether you're pulling for the Buffs on Saturday or settling in for Sunday NFL. I went around Boulder County and put together my go-to list of places to catch a game, from the sports bars I trust to the one game-day tradition I'd never miss. Watch my video to see where I'd send you this season, and where you'll find me every home Saturday.

There are trees growing in Colorado that are older than the state itself. On August 1st, Colorado turns 150, which is a strange thing to say out loud about a place that feels like it has always been here. In my new video, I take a few minutes to walk through the history, the landscape, and the everyday things that turned a rugged mining territory into one of the most desirable places in America to live, and I think by the end you'll have a couple of new spots on your list. Watch my video and see how much of this state you've still got left to explore.

You did everything right. You listed the home, the photos went live, and you waited, but the showings are quiet, the offers aren't there, and every day that sign sits in the yard, the doubt creeps in a little more. I've sat across from a lot of homeowners in exactly this spot, and it's happening to more people than ever as the market slows. A home that isn't selling is almost never a mystery, and in my latest video, I walk through the handful of things it usually comes down to, so you can spot yours and know your next move. Watch my video to find out what's really holding it back.

You found the perfect Colorado home, and it already has solar on the roof. Before you get excited about the energy savings, there's one question most buyers never think to ask, and the answer can change whether you even qualify for the loan. I sat down with a solar expert who's spent nearly 20 years inspecting Colorado systems to break down what actually adds value and the distinction that trips buyers up at the closing table. Watch my video before you buy or sell a home with solar.

Are you planning to sell your home this spring? Before you start a major renovation, you should know that the most expensive upgrades are rarely the ones that give you the best return. According to the latest industry data, a new garage door can return nearly three times what you spend, while a high-end kitchen remodel returns less than 40 cents on the dollar. In this video, I’ll break down the three upgrades that actually pay off, the mistakes that eat into your profit, and how to choose the right contractor so the job gets done right. Watch my video to see where your money goes the furthest before you list.

I recently had a conversation with someone who told me they'd been wanting to move for a few years but just didn't feel like things were right. When I asked what they were actually waiting for, they didn't have an answer. In this video, I break down what the market actually looks like right now across the Front Range, why waiting could cost you more than you think, and what makes this area worth the move beyond just the numbers. Watch my video to see if the timing makes more sense than you expect.