Open houses do not always sell homes but they do expose your home and let others know it is actively for sale. It is the job of your Colorado Springs Realtor to do get people to the open house but it is the sellers’ job to get the house prepared for visitors. 1. Clean, clean, […]
Many sellers try to justify overpricing their home because it has more upgrades, remodels, or just looks nicer than the others in the neighborhood. Many buyers actually consider the price of the home to be one of the most important factors according to a recent survey. No doubt, upgrades do help in the sale of a home […]
When buying a home it is important to consider what the list price vs. sales price ratio is. Why is this statistic important? This ratio gives you an indicator of the percentage of the original list price people are paying for the homes in a given area. Let’s look at a scenario, if you have […]
Many sellers, especially women who are eager to sell their home often become emotional once their home goes under contract. Allowing our emotions to take over during the selling process can cause serious problems during the transaction and even cause a home not to be sold as a result. Generally, men are less emotionally attached […]
1. No last minute surprises– If sellers find out about problems with their home before listing it for sale, they can make the necessary repairs instead of having to deal with it down the road when the home is under contract. Taking care of problems early on will make the transaction go more smoothly for […]
The market in Colorado Springs has changed and so has buyers’ expectations; don’t expect to sell your home for top dollar if it isn’t in tip top condition. Buyers have so much variety to choose from in Colorado Springs and they don’t have to settle for a home that is in less than perfect condition. […]
The real estate market is competitive in Colorado Springs and sellers need to be aware of similar homes that are for sale and how they stack up against their own. Many sellers are unaware of other homes for sale in the area that are not only selling for less, but are also in better condition. No […]
There are so many different incentives sellers offer to buyers in Colorado Springs and a home warranty is one of them. Many buyers in today’s market often request a home warranty be provided if it is not already offered by the seller when submitting an offer. So why do so many buyers want a home warranty? Many […]
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 […]
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. […]