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Market reports, buying and selling advice, and notes on Colorado Springs neighborhoods since 2008.
May 2, 2012 · Buying
The inventory in Colorado Springs has dropped considerably compared to previous years. There are around 3,000 single family homes actively for sale right now in El Paso County and less than 1,500 homes for sale below…
April 17, 2012 · Selling
I was showing a home to a buyer recently and the seller happened to be present. I mentioned to the homeowner that one of the streets leading to her home was missing from the directions that were listed in the MLS. Since…
April 5, 2012 · Mortgage
There is no doubt about it, short sales can be difficult when you are the owner. The banks require an enormous amount of information and paperwork from the seller and a short sale transaction can take time to complete.…
April 5, 2012 · Buying
SOLD! This lovely home is warm, inviting, and bright! It is located on a private lot and cul-de-sac, surrounded by mature trees. Hardwood flooring and vaulted ceilings greet you as you enter the living room. The kitchen…
April 3, 2012 · Market reports
Home sales increased by 40.7% in El Paso County for the month of March when compared to February and sales were 6.8% lower when compared to March 2011. There were 53 additional single family home sales in March 2012 when…
April 3, 2012 · Market reports
Home inventory levels have decreased by 17.4% for the month of March when compared to six months ago. Compared to the previous month of February, there was a slight increase in single family homes for sale. In March…
March 13, 2012 · Colorado Springs homes
With warm weather around the corner, Blade to Blade Lawn & Landscape has provided a few tips to prepare your lawn for the upcoming season... As you are probably aware, we are coming off of yet another dry winter.…
March 7, 2012 · Market reports
Home sales increased by 8.4% in El Paso County for the month of February when compared to January and sales were 14.7% higher when compared to February 2011. There were 66 additional single family home sales in February…
March 7, 2012 · Market reports
Home inventory levels have decreased by 23.2% for the month of February when compared to six months ago. Compared to the previous month of January, there was also a decrease in single family homes for sale. In February…
February 9, 2012 · Market reports
Home inventory has decreased by 29.6% for the month of January when compared to six months ago (August). Compared to the previous month of December, there was also a decrease in single family homes for sale. In January…
February 9, 2012 · Market reports
Home sales decreased by 27.2% in El Paso County for the month of January when compared to December and sales were 3% higher when compared to January 2011. There were only 14 additional single family home sales in January…
January 31, 2012 · Colorado Springs homes
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…
