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06/03/2026

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06/01/2026

The announcement of a megadeal between Berkshire Hathaway and top 10, publicly traded homebuilder Taylor Morrison Home came as a surprise to most in the industry. The consensus, however, is that it makes perfect sense and may signal optimism in a currently beleaguered housing market.

Berkshire Hathaway agreed Sunday to acquire the nation's sixth-largest publicly traded builder in a $6.8 billion deal. The offer represents a 24% premium to the homebuilder's closing price on May 29 and values the company at about $8.5 billion, including debt.

06/01/2026

Item Description Estimated Cost
Land Acquisition (3145 W Ada Place) $259,000
Base Construction (2,530 sq ft @ $350/sq ft) $885,500
Site Prep & Utility Tap Activation (Estimate) $25,000
Permitting, Architecture & Engineering (Estimate 8%) $70,840
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST $1,240,340
After Repair/Build Value (ARV) of $1,419,330.
This results in an estimated Return on Investment (ROI) of 14.4%.

05/31/2026

Here’s My Mount Rushmore of Carpenters!

05/29/2026

🏰 Denver's Historic (and Haunted?) Architectural Marvel 👻
Happy Friday, Denver! Today, we are heading to Capitol Hill to admire one of the city's most striking and mysterious landmarks.

Meet the Croke-Patterson-Campbell Mansion.

Located on the same avenue as our own headquarters, this massive structure is a breathtaking testament to the incredible craftsmanship of the late 19th century.

The Historic Details:

📍 Location: 428-430 E. 11th Avenue, Capitol Hill

🗓️ Built: 1891

🏛️ Style: Richardsonian Romanesque—known for its beautiful, heavy red sandstone masonry, deep window reveals, and dramatic arches.

Beyond its stunning exterior, the mansion is famous for its rich, colorful, and heavily rumored haunted history! Over the decades, it has been the subject of countless ghost stories, chilling urban legends, and local lore, making it a true staple of Denver culture.

At EL GATOS State of the Art Construction, we are passionate about building the future of Denver through sustainable, LEED-certified residential homes, but we always take time to appreciate the architectural legacy that paved the way. Historical masterpieces like this remind us of the enduring power of great design and solid foundations.

05/28/2026

# # # 🕰️ Meet the House That Saw Denver Begin!

Did you know that nestled right in the heart of Denver is a building that is officially older than the city itself?

Welcome to **Four Mile House**.

A hidden gem of Colorado history, portions of this structure date back all the way to **1859**, making it the **earliest surviving structure** in all of Denver.

Imagine standing in a place that has watched the frontier transform into the Mile High City!

For decades, this wasn't just a home; it was a critical lifeline on the grueling **Smoky Hill Trail**. It served pioneers as the essential **'last stop'** before reaching the final leg of their journey into Denver. Inside its walls, it bustled as a vital:

* 🛏️ **Hotel**
* 🍻 **Tavern**

It is a true survivor, preserving the rugged spirit of the 1850s right in the middle of our modern landscape.

Today, it is protected and open as a museum and living history park, allowing us to step directly into the boots of those early travelers. Tag a history buff you'd want to take on a tour of this incredible pioneer landmark!

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# # 📍 **Address:** 715 S. Forest Street, Denver, CO.
🌐 Learn more: Four Mile Historic Park

05/27/2026

Acquisition & Construction Budget $1,000,000
Estimated Holding / Closing Costs $45,000
Total Project Capital Target $1,045,000
Projected ARV (After Repair Value)* $1,495,000
Estimated Gross Profit $450,000
Projected ROI 43.1%

05/27/2026

1750 S Vallejo St, Denver,
CO 80223
Neighborhood Ruby Hill
Zoning Code E-SU-DX
Lot Size 6,000 sq ft (0.14 acres)
Existing
Structure 715 sq ft
Acquisition & Construction Budget $1,000,000
Estimated Holding / Closing Costs $45,000
Total Project Capital Target $1,045,000
Projected ARV (After Repair Value)* $1,495,000
Estimated Gross Profit $450,000
Projected ROI

05/26/2026

Building the Future of Denver Together 🏔️✨
Denver is growing, and we have a responsibility to build smarter, healthier, and more equitably. That’s why EL GATOS State of the Art Construction is proud to announce a groundbreaking alliance with Packer Development Company and the City of Denver.
Our mission: 500 High-Performance Homes over the next 10 years.
We believe everyone deserves a high-quality place to live without compromising our planet. To protect our residents and our environment, every single home built through this alliance will achieve the sustainable "Triple Crown" of homebuilding certifications:
🌱 LEED for Homes: The gold standard for environmental stewardship and sustainable design.
⚡ ENERGY STAR for Homes: Superior energy efficiency that directly lowers utility bills.
🌬️ EPA Indoor AirPlus: Ensuring healthy indoor air quality to protect families from pollutants.
🏡 25% Dedicated to Affordable Housing
Sustainability shouldn't be a luxury. We are dedicating 25% of these homes (125 units) to affordable housing, ensuring hardworking Denver families have access to stable, beautiful, and hyper-efficient homeownership.
🌟 Empowering Denver & Colorado:
Housing Stability: Fighting the housing crisis by expanding the supply of dedicated, affordable units.
Environmental Leadership: Reducing Denver's carbon footprint and protecting local air and water.
Economic Growth: Creating high-paying green construction jobs and supporting Colorado businesses.
Public Health & Equity: Bringing healthier, safer living spaces to the families who need them most.
Together, we aren't just building houses—we are building a stronger, healthier, and more equitable Colorado for generations to come.
💻 Learn more about our upcoming projects:
packerdevelopment.com | cityofdenver.gov/housing

05/26/2026

EL Gatos for Colorado!