The real estate market has adjusted all over the country and the area of Colorado Springs is no different. So far, the number of home sales this year is approximately 8% lower than those of 2007. What does that mean for sellers? Do not be unrealistic about the price you can sell your home for in […]
If you are planning on putting up your home for sale, do not delay because the clock is ticking! Right now is the peak season in real estate for the Colorado Springs area. Why? The weather is much nicer from March-August and many buyers would rather move in the Spring and Summer months instead of […]
If you are going to purchase a home in the Colorado Springs area and are going to obtain a loan without making a 20% down payment, mortgage insurance will be part of your monthly mortgage payment. Read Also: Buying a home in Colorado Springs and Private Mortgage Insurance With the increased numbers of foreclosures, lenders […]
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 […]
Lighting is often overlooked by many homeowners and upgrading light fixtures in the home can make a home more appealing. If you are planning on selling your home in Colorado Springs, you may want to consider upgrading your light fixtures if they look dated. If they are light fixtures from the 1980’s, they are definitely […]
There is no longer a redemption period for homeowners in Colorado Springs as of January 2008. In other words, once a Colorado Springs home goes to sale through the El Paso County Public Trustee and is sold to a buyer, the homeowner no longer has 75 days to redeem the property like in the past. […]
So you have done your research and made the decision to list your home with a Realtor in Colorado Springs. As difficult as the situation may be selling your home under these circumstances, it is important you continue to keep your home in good condition. There have been many short sale properties I have shown […]
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 […]