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Market reports, buying and selling advice, and notes on Colorado Springs neighborhoods since 2008.
December 23, 2009 · Selling
Some home owners who are in distress may choose the option of a Deed in Lieu instead of a short sale. The home owner gives the deed for the house back to the bank and can walk away from the house without having to worry…
August 17, 2009 · Selling
Approximately 40% of buyers in Colorado Springs are comprised of first time home buyers who are looking to purchase a home before the $8,000 home buyer tax credit expires November 30, 2009. If you are thinking about…
July 14, 2009 · Buying
Many homes in Colorado Springs built in the mid 70's through the late 90's had Polybutylene plumbing installed since it was more economical than copper. It was later discovered the Polybutylene pipes had problems with…
July 8, 2009 · News
As of July 1, 2009 all home sellers in Colorado Springs who have an appliance that operates from natural gas (i.e. furnace, water heater), are now required to have Carbon Monoxide Alarms installed within 15 feet of all…
July 8, 2009 · Buying
It can be tricky timing everything correctly when selling one home and buying another at the same time. Closing on two homes in the same day is not uncommon but can pose problems if there are any delays with the…
May 5, 2009 · Selling
Clutter - Removing clutter will make rooms appear more spacious and clean. Cluttered rooms make it difficult for buyers to clearly visualize their own belongings in the home. Cleanliness- Keeping your home clean for…
May 1, 2009 · Selling
Increasing the chances of your home selling in the current market takes more work than it did in the past. It is still a buyer's market and with many homes for sale in Colorado Springs, marketing your home properly has…
April 29, 2009 · Buying
Many buyers have been asking me questions recently related to Earnest Money so I thought I would provide a quick FAQ below. Q: What is Earnest Money? A: Earnest Money is provided to a home seller as a sign of good faith…
April 7, 2009 · Selling
Spring is here and if you are planning on listing your home for sale, hopefully you have already begun the process for preparing your home before it goes on the market. Here is a check list to help ensure you don't miss…
February 11, 2009 · Selling
Internet exposure- With over 90% of buyers going to the Internet as their source for finding homes, you cannot afford not to have your home on the Internet. If you plan to sell your home, it is important you ask your…
December 30, 2008 · Buying
Sellers in Colorado Springs are required to disclose certain things about their home but not everything. If there are any adverse material facts about the home, the seller's Realtor® must disclose it to the buyer. On the…
December 30, 2008 · Selling
In the current real estate market, you don't want to spend outrageous amounts of cash to make your home more salable but there are some simple and fairly inexpensive ways you can make your home more appealing to home…
