Stephanie Hawthorne - 8z Real Estate

06/17/2026

06/15/2026

Father's Day ideas in Colorado Springs that are guaranteed to impress. 🥩

Whether your dad loves a classic steak dinner, a great bourbon, or just an excuse to spend time with family, these spots are worth checking out.

A few honorable mentions I couldn't leave out: 👔

The Famous Steak House: Old-school downtown vibes and a filet that never disappoints.

MacKenzie's Chop House: Cozy, classic, and a great spot if Dad appreciates a slower dinner.

Prime25 Steakhouse: A little more modern with excellent steaks and a fun atmosphere.

Now I need your help...

If your dad could pick ONE steakhouse in Colorado Springs for Father's Day dinner, where would he choose? 👇

Comment SUMMER and I'll send you my free Colorado Springs Summer Guide with the best local spots, events, and weekend plans.

I'm Stephanie, a Colorado Springs local, REALTOR®, and investor sharing the best of life here in the Springs. Follow for more local favorites, hidden gems, and things to do around town.

06/11/2026

The buyers winning in Colorado Springs aren’t the ones waiting for the “perfect” market…

They’re the ones getting creative and making a plan while everyone else sits on the sidelines.

Here’s what we did:

• Got strategic with terms to stand out in a competitive situation
• Found opportunity in a home others overlooked and negotiated the right deal

If you’ve been waiting for rates, prices, or competition to shift in Colorado Springs—let’s talk. There are more options than you think.

Send me a message anytime.

I’m , your Colorado Springs local and real estate agent.

06/09/2026

What to expect from your agent if you're selling your home in Colorado Springs this year 👉

Not all agents operate the same—and when you're selling one of your biggest assets, that difference shows up in your results.

One thing that often gets overlooked, but makes a *huge* impact?

Regular, proactive communication.
You should never be left wondering what’s happening with your listing—or what comes next.

If you're thinking about selling your home in Colorado Springs, let’s talk about what a strong, strategic plan looks like for *you*.

I’m Stephanie, your local real estate agent in Colorado Springs.

06/08/2026

05/28/2026

What to expect from your agent if you're selling your home in Colorado Springs this year 👉

Not all agents operate the same—and when you're selling one of your biggest assets, that difference shows up in your results.

One thing that often gets overlooked, but makes a *huge* impact?

Regular, proactive communication.
You should never be left wondering what’s happening with your listing—or what comes next.

If you're thinking about selling your home in Colorado Springs, let’s talk about what a strong, strategic plan looks like for *you*.

I’m Stephanie, your local real estate agent in Colorado Springs.

05/27/2026

Second-degree connections are the best kind ❤️ I met this beautiful couple through my amazing friends/clients Brian and Kari , and what started as one relationship has turned into helping multiple generations of the same incredible family!! Last year I had the pleasure of helping Will’s mom Sandy and Woody, then helping these two get to the closing table, and the next adventure continues with Anna’s parents!

This is E-X-A-C-T-L-Y why I LOVE what I do!!!! Real estate is SO MUCH MORE than transactions—it’s about relationships, trust, and getting to walk alongside families through some of life’s biggest milestones. Truly… pinch me 🥰 🥹🥹🥹🥹

HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to my beautiful clients! And yes, I absolutely get attached 🤣🏡💛

Stephanie Hawthorne - 8z Real Estate

05/26/2026

Before you spend a dollar getting your Colorado Springs home ready to sell… read this 👇

The instinct to upgrade everything before listing feels right—
but it can actually work against you.

Buyers walking through your home are already imagining how they’d make it their own.
The updates you invest in might not match what they want.

Here’s the good news 👇
The things that matter most aren’t the big, expensive projects.

They’re the details that make a home feel well cared for—
and those usually don’t require a huge budget.

Before I list any home, we walk through it together and get clear on what’s actually worth doing (and what’s not)…
so you walk away with more at closing, not less.

Have questions about selling in Colorado Springs? My DMs are always open.

If we haven’t met, I’m Stephanie, local real estate advisor here in Colorado Springs.

Stephanie Hawthorne - 8z Real Estate

05/21/2026

Not every home for sale in Colorado Springs is priced the way it should be.

And not every seller is as firm as they seem.

Sometimes the listing is already telling you there’s room to negotiate…
you just have to know what to look for. 👀

Swipe through for the signals I check every time a client finds a home they love.

There are also a few things you won’t always catch on your own—
like homes that were expired and re-listed,
or properties that are clearly overpriced for the neighborhood.

That’s where having the right strategy (and the right agent) really matters.

Have questions about finding a deal in this market? My DMs are always open—I’m happy to help.

– Stephanie | Colorado Springs Real Estate Advisor

Stephanie Hawthorne - 8z Real Estate

05/20/2026

This beauty is still available in 80906! Call me for a private showing ❤️