Maybe your family has outgrown the current home you live in, you may want to be closer to your new job, or would like to live in a different area of town. Whatever the reason, many people desire to buy another home. Before you begin your home search, it is important to devise a plan. […]
If you purchase a home and the assessed value is lower than the appraised value, you may submit an appeal to the El Paso County Assessor’s Office in order to lower your property taxes. Make sure and read through all of the information regarding appeals on the Assessor’s website. For example, if you submit an appeal to the Assessor’s Office […]
Many buyers ask what “Sold As-Is” means when looking to buy a home in Colorado Springs. Homes in Colorado Springs that are “Sold As-Is” means that the seller is not willing to make any changes or repairs to the home for the buyer. For example, if a buyer finds a home he likes but the bathroom […]
Many buyers forget to take notice of the lighting source during their home search because there are so many other factors to pay attention to! Also Read: Some important factors to consider when buying a home in Colorado Springs Many homes in Colorado Springs do not have overhead lighting in the bedrooms. This may not […]
Stucco has become increasingly popular in recent years. It not only looks nice but requires low maintenance when compared to other types of traditional siding. If you are buying a home in Colorado Springs that has a stucco exterior, make sure and have the stucco inspected. Stucco siding has been applied improperly, especially in the […]
There are so many factors to consider when buying a home in Colorado Springs such as price range, location, size, and amenities that buyers often forget to inquire about utility bills. Utility Bills? Yes, you heard me right. With the costs of everything going up lately including the price for natural gas and other Colorado […]
This post is a continuation of Buying a fixer upper in Colorado Springs – Part 1 if you are considering to purchase a home that requires work. 3. Do you have the time and the patience to remodel a home? Whether you interested in remodeling one room or gutting the entire house, patience is a must. […]
During your home search you will probably run across some homes that need work, there are many fixer uppers on the market in Colorado Springs. Before you consider buying a fixer upper, it is important to ask yourself a few questions: 1. Do you mind living in a construction zone? It is difficult for some […]
You are probably paying Private Mortgage insurance (PMI) if you put less than 20% down on your home purchase; PMI protects your lender in the case buyers default on their loan.In addition to the initiation of the Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act of 2007, President Bush extended the PMI tax deduction through 2010. Homeowners are eligible […]
Selecting a custom home builder in Colorado Springs can be a difficult decision since there are many to choose from. If you are interested in building your own dream home, I highly recommend Lathrop Homes. Lathrop Homes is a family owned company specializing in custom homes and remodeling. All of their houses are custom designed for each client and tailored to the individual’s lifestyles […]