Kerem Szczebak with milehimodern

06/17/2026

🏡💰 FIRST TIME HOMEBUYERS: Do you think you need 20% down to buy a home?

Not necessarily! In fact, the average first-time homebuyer puts down just 8%.

Here are a few things to know:

✅ 20% down means:
• No PMI (Private Mortgage Insurance)
• Lower monthly payments
• More equity from day one

✅ Less than 20% down means:
• You can buy sooner
• Keep more cash in savings
• Start building equity now instead of waiting years

📌 What is PMI?
PMI is insurance that protects the lender, not the buyer, when you put down less than 20%. The good news? For many conventional loans, PMI can be removed once you reach 20% equity.

Every buyer’s situation is different, and there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer.

📊 Sometimes putting down less and keeping cash in reserve is the smarter financial move.

Thinking about buying a home and wondering what your options look like? Send me a message and let’s run the numbers together.

06/16/2026

✨🍽️ THE DENVER EDIT! COLORADO MICHELIN MOMENT + DENVER’S NEW DINING MAP 🌄✨ Colorado’s dining scene has officially moved on from “hot spots” to Michelin recognition, and the reservation apps are feeling it. These are the places shaping the state’s new culinary identity:

🍣 Kizaki (Platt Park): A 20-course omakase experience inside a former bagel shop. Quiet room, serious precision, no distractions.

🔥 Alteño (Cherry Creek): Live-fire cooking from the Alma Fonda Fina team. Bold, smoke-driven Mexican cuisine that feels both rooted and elevated.

🍙 Sushi by Scratch (LoDo): A 10-seat omakase counter where getting a seat feels like winning the lottery, and the experience matches the hype.

🌽 Cozobi Fonda Fina (Boulder): Michelin Bib Gourmand–recognized heirloom corn cuisine that completely redefines what “simple ingredients” can do.

🍸 Rougarou (Five Points): Hidden basement cocktail bar with a swamp-ghost name and drinks that compete with the city’s best kitchens.

🏔️ Cimera (RiNo): Rooftop dining where skyline views do as much work as the menu.

🍺 The Brit Pub (Colorado Springs): Classic pub ex*****on done right. Scotch eggs, cask ales, no gimmicks.

⭐ ALSO ON COLORADO’S MICHELIN RADAR...

🍽️ Beckon (Denver): Intimate tasting menu, consistently one of the hardest reservations in the city
🔥 BRUTØ (Denver) Live-fire tasting counter with obsessive technique
🌿 The Wolf’s Tailor (Denver): Boundary-pushing, fermentation-forward fine dining
🍷 Frasca Food & Wine (Boulder): Refined Italian hospitality with Michelin star pedigree
🏔️ Bosq (Aspen): Mountain fine dining with seasonal precision

Colorado’s Michelin moment isn’t just a few standout restaurants anymore, it’s a full ecosystem forming across Denver, Boulder, and the mountain towns.

06/11/2026

⭐️✨⭐️ One of the things I value most about being part of Corcoran Perry & Co. is the people, and being part of a company that’s been named a Top Small Company to Work For 4 years in a row! 🏆🎉 I also love that we’re locally owned while connected to the global reach of The Corcoran Group, a brand founded in Manhattan with a network that spans major markets across the U.S. and around the world.

Real estate is often seen as transactional, but the best parts of this business are built on relationships. I’m grateful to work alongside a team that supports one another, shares knowledge, and always puts people first. Proud to be part of a culture where success is measured not just in results, but in trust, connection, and how we show up for our clients and each other. ♥️🏡

06/08/2026

✨🏡 CORCORAN’S A-LIST: JUNE 2026 🌍✨ From a spectacular oceanfront estate in Los Cabos to a historic palace in Verona, a modern architectural retreat in the Hudson Valley, and a luxury residence in the heart of Washington, D.C., this month’s A-List showcases some of the most extraordinary homes across the globe. 🌊🍷🏔️

💫 Standout Properties This Month:
🌊 Architectural Digest-featured oceanfront estate in Los Cabos, Mexico
🏛️ Historic Verona residence filled with frescoes, marble staircases & timeless elegance
🌲 Modern 40-acre retreat in New York’s Hudson Valley
🏡 Luxury new-construction residence in Washington, D.C.
🍷 Vineyard-inspired living in California wine country
🌴 Tropical hillside villa in St. Barth with floor-to-ceiling glass walls
🌉 Private gated Connecticut estate with pool, spa & theater
🌿 Hamptons luxury with resort-style amenities and impeccable grounds

💡 What Makes This Month’s A-List So Special:
✔️ Iconic architecture and world-class design
✔️ Stunning waterfront, vineyard, and mountain settings
✔️ Resort-style amenities built for entertaining
✔️ Seamless indoor-outdoor living
✔️ Historic character blended with modern luxury

🖤 The Big Takeaway:
The most sought-after luxury homes in 2026 aren't defined solely by location—they're defined by experience. Buyers continue to gravitate toward properties that offer privacy, wellness, architectural significance, and a connection to their surroundings. Whether it's a vineyard estate, an oceanfront retreat, or a centuries-old European masterpiece, lifestyle remains the ultimate luxury.

☕️ Let’s meet for coffee & chat real estate:
❈ Find out your home’s value
❈ Learn how to buy your dream home
❈ Connect with a Corcoran broker worldwide
❈ Stay on top of market trends

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06/03/2026

🌲✨ MOUNTAIN LIVING JUST 25 MINUTES FROM DENVER ✨🌲

If you've been dreaming about waking up surrounded by towering pines, mountain views, and wildlife outside your window, but still want easy access to the city, this Genesee retreat might be exactly what you're looking for. 🦌🏔️

💫 Highlights:
🏠 4 Beds | 4 Baths | 3,035 SqFt
🌲 Rare end-unit townhome that lives like a single-family home
🪵 Timeless post-and-beam architecture with dramatic vaulted ceilings
☀️ Stunning two-story living room with floor-to-ceiling windows
🔥 Double-sided gas fireplace connecting living + dining spaces
👨‍🍳 Gourmet kitchen with 36" chef's range, oversized pantry + generous prep space
☕ Private patio with Mt. Evans and meadow views
🛏️ Two spacious primary suites with en-suite baths + private decks
🥾 Direct access to 12+ miles of private trails
🚗 Oversized 2-car garage with mudroom/laundry access
🏊 Access to Genesee pools, fitness center, tennis courts + community amenities
🦌 Frequent wildlife sightings right outside your door

📍 24386 Currant Drive | Golden, CO 80401
🏔️ Genesee
💰 Offered at $1,049,000

The perfect blend of mountain serenity, architectural character, and lock-and-leave convenience—all just minutes from Denver, Red Rocks, and I-70 access to the mountains. ✨

☕️ Let’s meet for coffee & chat real estate:
❈ Find out your home’s value
❈ Learn how to buy your dream home
❈ Connect with a Corcoran broker worldwide
❈ Stay on top of market trends

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06/02/2026

🌮 THE DENVER EDIT: SUMMER FOOD & DRINK FESTIVALS 🍷☀️

Denver summers are made for patios, sunshine, and eating your way through the city. If you're looking for events to add to your calendar, these are some of the food and drink festivals I'm most excited about this year. ✨

📍 My Top Picks:

🇬🇷 Denver Greek Festival | June 5–7
A Denver tradition celebrating 60 years of Greek food, dancing, drinks, and culture.

🌮 Top Taco | June 25
Unlimited taco tastings, margaritas, live music, lucha libre wrestling, and more.

🇫🇷 Denver French Fest | July 10–12
Champagne, French cuisine, music, art, and all the Parisian vibes in Cherry Creek.

🍽️ The Big Eat | July 23
Sample signature dishes from 80+ of Denver’s best restaurants all in one place.

🦞 Surf Seafood Fest | July 30
Fresh seafood, coastal flavors, craft cocktails, and a taste of the ocean right here in Colorado.

🥩 Rare Steak Championship | September 24
A steak lover’s dream featuring Denver’s top chefs, premium cuts, whiskey, wine, and live entertainment.

🍷 Denver Food + Wine Festival | August 26–29
One of Denver’s premier culinary events featuring top restaurants, wineries, breweries, and distilleries.

🥟 Colorado Dragon Boat Festival | August 29–30
Amazing food, cultural performances, and one of Denver’s most iconic annual events.

🌎 Sazón Latin Food Fest | August 9
Latin American flavors, music, and community in the heart of RiNo.

05/22/2026

✨ THE DENVER EDIT ✨ Your weekly guide to the best of Denver & Colorado 🏔️🍷☕🌿

This week: WESTERN SLOPE WINERIES WORTH THE DRIVE 🍇

🍷 Carboy Winery: rooftop patio views + sparkling wines with mountain backdrops
🍇 The Ordinary Fellow: chef-loved wines + one of the coolest tasting rooms in Palisade
🌿 Storm Cellar: elevated rosés, vineyard dinners & dreamy North Fork views
🍑 Peachfork Orchards & Vineyard: charming farm vibes + award-winning wines
🥂 Sauvage Spectrum: fun, experimental wines + bombtails you have to try
☀️ Qutori Wines: patio sipping with snow-capped mountain views
🍯 Talon Wine Brands: honey wines, fruit wines & unique tastings all in one spot

💫 Bonus: Spring is one of the BEST times to visit wine country in Colorado! Orchards are blooming, temps are perfect, and the crowds are lighter.

Save this for your next weekend getaway 🖤 And after you return to Denver...

☕️ Let’s meet for coffee & chat real estate:
❈ Find out your home’s value
❈ Learn how to buy your dream home
❈ Connect with a Corcoran broker worldwide
❈ Stay on top of market trends

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05/21/2026

🏔️✨ MOUNTAIN LIVING JUST MINUTES FROM DENVER ✨🏡 Welcome to 23004 Whispering Woods, where custom luxury meets Colorado mountain living in the highly sought-after Riva Chase community. Tucked among the trees on 1.4 acres, this home offers privacy, incredible natural light, and easy access to Denver, Boulder, Red Rocks, and the slopes. 🌲☀️

💫 Highlights:
🏠 4 Beds | 4 Baths | 4,297 SqFt
🌄 1.4-acre wooded lot with abundant wildlife
🍽️ Gourmet kitchen with custom cabinetry, designer inlay + gas range
🔥 Multiple fireplaces + soaring ceilings with wood beams
🛁 Spacious primary suite with spa-inspired bath + soaking tub
🎶 Built-in speakers + SMART home lighting
🍷 1,000-bottle wine room
☀️ Tesla solar panels + radiant heated floors
🚗 3-car garage with additional storage space
🎬 Walk-out basement with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors

📍 23004 Whispering Woods | Golden, CO 80401
💰 Offered at $1,725,000

Just 25 minutes to Denver, 5 minutes to Red Rocks, and under an hour to skiing, this is Colorado living at its finest ✨

📩 TOUR THIS PROPERTY WITH ME!

☕️ Let’s meet for coffee & chat real estate:
❈ Find out your home’s value
❈ Learn how to buy your dream home
❈ Connect with a Corcoran broker worldwide
❈ Stay on top of market trends

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༺ perr.com/kerem
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05/20/2026

Grateful to be surrounded by agents who genuinely support one another and care deeply about the people they serve. 🤝

We've been named a Denver Post Top Workplace four years in a row. This year we're #1! 🏆

In a state with accomplished agents, we're proud the best of them call us home.