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Monthly Archives: January 2012

3 ways to lower your property taxes in Colorado Springs

Property taxes are paid twice a year and included in the mortgage payment for most homeowners in Colorado Springs.  The amount of a homeowner’s property taxes varies depending on the location and market value of the property in Colorado Springs.  … Continue reading

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2011 Real Estate Stats for Colorado Springs and El Paso County

There were a total of 8,459 single family home sales in El Paso County in 2011 compared to 8,185 in 2010. Take a look below to view the total sales for major areas in Colorado Springs and surrounding areas. The … Continue reading

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El Paso County Home Sales for December 2011

Home sales increased by .9% in El Paso County for the month of December when compared to November and sales were 19% higher when compared to December 2010. There were 22 additional single family home sales in December 2011 when compared to December 2010. … Continue reading

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El Paso County Inventory Statistics for December 2011

Home inventory has decreased by 30% for the month of December when compared to six months ago (July).  Compared to the previous month of November, there was also a decrease in single family homes for sale. In December 2010, single … Continue reading

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Should you sell the house to an investor?

People who opt to sell their home to an investor or company may not always be in a situation of financial distress.  Maybe a seller is in a rush to move and prefers to unload their house as quickly as … Continue reading

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Colorado Springs Home Buyers – Research the HOA

Home buyers who plan on purchasing a single family home, townhouse, or condominium that is part of a Homeowners Association (HOA) should thoroughly review the HOA documents they acquire prior to closing.  The HOA documents and paperwork relating to the … Continue reading

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