Utility costs are expected to increase this winter for homeowners in Colorado Springs which makes it even more important to ensure the warm air stays in your home and the cold air stays out. 1. Save money spent on your utility bill by sealing and caulking all areas prone to air leaks: around doors, windows, […]
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 […]
There are many bank owned properties for sale in the Colorado Springs area and many buyers are seeking bank owned properties that are offered below market values in Colorado Springs. If you purchase a bank owned property, don’t forget to go over the check list below to ensure you don’t forget about the important details. […]
You finally found your dream home, your loan has been approved and all you have left is your closing. With all of the busyness during the buying process you must not forget about the details involved with moving! Buy plenty of boxes or plastic containers to use for packing. I prefer plastic containers because they […]
1. Lowball offers– If you are in a time crunch to purchase a home, submitting extremely low offers will waste your precious house hunting time and you may end up losing the home you wanted. Ask your Colorado Springs Realtor to complete a market analysis on the area around the home you are interested in […]
Many homes that were built up to the 1980’s in the Colorado Springs area have wood trim and doors throughout the home. Although, wood trim and doors can look nice in newer homes, the wood in older homes often looks worn and dated. After remodeling a home in the Greenbriar Park area of Colorado Springs, […]
In a previous post regarding Buying a Home in Colorado Springs I discussed the three major areas that matter to buyers: Location, Size, and Amenities. Now, let’s get more specific about characteristics buyers look for when buying a home in the Colorado Springs Area. Storage- When you take a look at the house pay attention […]
If your cabinets are outdated and you do not want to spend large amounts of money on new cabinets then keep on reading this blog. There are many ways to renovate dated cabinets and one way is to paint them and make them look distressed and you should be able to complete the project without […]