It is not uncommon for buyers to find a home that looks great from the pictures and become disappointed once they see the home in person. Maybe the property was too close to neighbors or across the street from a strip mall. Viewing homes for sale in Colorado Springs online is convenient but definitely not the same as driving […]
You search with your Colorado Springs Realtor for a home and after some time, you finally find it! It’s perfect! All smooth sailing from here right? Not necessarily. If you want to find out how to avoid making the real estate deal for your perfect home from crashing, keep on reading Sure it’s a buyers […]
Many people are aware that the real estate market has undergone a correction around the nation and in Colorado Springs is not excluded. The media has contributed to people shying away from buying a home; contrary to what many think, it is a great time to purchase a home in Colorado Springs right now! 1. […]
1. Lower utility bill– Less square footage in your home translates into a lower utility bill each month. Utilities are expected to increase 23% this winter, so having less space to heat is appealing for many home buyers in Colorado Springs. 2. Less Stuff– With a smaller living space, it’s harder to hold onto those things you […]
There are many choices when it comes to choosing a place to live when you retire. Some are fortunate enough to have more than one location with a home to go to depending on the season. Retirement is an exciting time because you more freedom to travel and do what you want to do whether […]
As newer homes are going up regardless of price range, builders are packing them in closer together than ever before. Unlike older homes, many of the newer homes have smaller backyards which may cater to those who are looking for low-maintenance yards, but for others, a smaller backyard translates to less privacy. So how can […]
1. Hello Sunshine! We have around 300 days of sunshine a year! It is not uncommon to have snow followed by sunshine here. Unlike other states, we still see the sun during the winter months. 2. We have seasons! People I talk to that have left Colorado for a warmer place always say they miss the […]
1. Furnace cleaning and service– It is very common that the furnace burner is dirty and requires cleaning and servicing. 2. Broken Vacuum Seals– Over time, windows with broken vacuum seals will cloud up more and more with condensation until it becomes difficult to see out of the window. Replacing the glass in the window […]
If you are looking to buy a home in Colorado Springs, chances are you going to run across bank owned, real estate owned, and short sale properties. Wondering what the difference is between these types of properties? Take a look below… Short Sale- If a property is listed as a short sale, the owner is […]
If you are buying a home in Colorado Springs, make sure your inspector goes onto the roof and inspects it thoroughly. Believe it or not, there are inspectors who do not go on the roof to inspect it! If the roof needs replacement and the seller is not willing to pay for a new roof, […]