real estate colorado springs colorado: Wanting to Move to Start Over -- put Colorado Springs on your list - 08/30/09 03:34 PM
Starting Over?
Colorado Springs was recently rated one of the Top 10 Best Places to Start Over, according to Business Week Magazine!
The list was based on cities where companies were hiring and the quality of life is high. No. #1 on the list was Anchorage, Alaska, followed by Provo, Utah.
Colorado Springs ranked #8 in the list of 20. Here's what the article stated about Colorado Springs:
Companies planning to hire in next quarter: 22%Best job prospects:Construction, Nondurable goods manufacturing, Wholesale & retail trade, information, Financial activities, Leisure & hospitality, Other services and government.Population: 372,437Average home price in January: … (2 comments)
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real estate colorado springs colorado: Colorado Springs Homes -- July 2009 market report for Southeast, by Fort Carson - 08/25/09 07:48 AM
Colorado Spring Real Estate
Market Report for Southeast Colorado Springs - Single Family Homes by Fort Carson
Neighborhoods Include: Spring Creek, Pikes Peak Park, Southborough, Eastborough
The Southeast area of Colorado Springs housing market continues to be a BUYERS Market, as there is currently a 3.5 month of supply of homes on the market. A 6 month supply of houses on the market is considered a "NEUTRAL MARKET". Sales were only down 16% from 2008 to 2007, but average pricing was down 9.5% from 2008 to 2007. 436 Single family homes have been sold in 2009 vs. 331 for the … (0 comments)
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real estate colorado springs colorado: Colorado Springs Homes -- July 2009 market report for homes in Fort Carson and Fountain Valley - 08/23/09 07:24 AM
Colorado Spring Real Estate
Market Report for Fountain Valley and Fort Carson - Single Family Homes
The Fountain Valley housing market continues to be a BUYERS Market, as there is currently a 4.5. month of supply of homes on the market. A 6 month supply of houses on the market is typically considered a "NEUTRAL MARKET". Sales units were down 17% from 2008 to 2007, but pricing was only down 5% from 2008 to 2007. 712 Single family homes have been sold in 2009 vs. 662 for the same period in 2008; an increase of 7%.
Recap of 2009, … (0 comments)
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real estate colorado springs colorado: Colorado Springs Homes -- July 2009 market report for West - 08/19/09 07:18 AM
Colorado Spring Real Estate - West
Market Report - Single Family Homes
Includes Homes in Pleasant Valley and Kissing Camels
The West housing market continues to be a BUYERS Market, as there is currently an 7.24 month of supply of homes on the market. A 6 month supply of houses on the market is considered a "NEUTRAL MARKET". Sales units were ONLY down 1% from 2008 to 2007, but pricing was down more than16% from 2008 to 2007. 145 sales in 2009 vs. 139 sales in 2008, show an increase in sales for the first 7 months of the year.
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real estate colorado springs colorado: What should I ask when I'm buying a new home? - 07/28/09 08:02 AM
Buying a New home in Colorado Springs?
Related Posts: Who is Representing YOU?
I recently showed a variety of new build homes to a client moving from out-of-state to Colorado Springs. We looked at properties in Gold Hill Mesa in West Colorado Springs and at homes in Banning Lewis Ranch. It made me think about all of the things that are different between new build properties and resale homes, perfect for a new blog post. Here's my list of 11 things to Ask about ...........
(1) Ask about the lot premium. Many new home communities charge a lot premium (an additional charge) for what they … (1 comments)
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real estate colorado springs colorado: Colorado Springs MLS - Foreclosed Homes for Sale in Black Forest as of 6-17-09 - 06/18/09 05:39 AM
Black Forest Homes - Market breakdown for Active Homes as of 6-18-09
For a FREE list of Foreclosure Homes, Email KTorline@msn.com
Related Posts: Colorado Springs Homes -- May 2009 market report for Black Forest
Active homes for sale: 254
Short sales: 8 (3.4%) Bank-owned: 6 (2.5%) Regular: 223 (94.1%) Active Homes for Sale as of 6-18-09: 254
Single Family Homes: 248 (98%) Condos/Townhomes/Patio Homes: 6 (2%) Partial list of Foreclosed homes currently on the market
This Colorado Springs Real Estate report contains information on homes in Black Forest Colorado Springs.
This information is taken from the Pikes Peak Realtor … (0 comments)
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real estate colorado springs colorado: Colorado Springs Homes -- May 2009 market report for Powers - 06/12/09 08:58 AM
Colorado Spring Real Estate
Market Report for Powers area - Single Family Homes
Close to Schriever AFB
Includes homes in Springs Ranch and Stetson Hills
The Powers housing market continues to be a NEUTRAL/BUYERS Market, as there is currently a 6.8 month of supply of homes on the market. A 6 month supply of houses on the market is considered a "NEUTRAL MARKET". Sales units are down 18% from 2008 to 2007, but pricing is only down 4% from 2008 to 2007. 391 Single family homes have been sold in 2009 vs. 441 for the same period in 2008; a … (0 comments)
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real estate colorado springs colorado: Colorado Springs MLS - Foreclosed Homes in Fort Carson Area as of 6-5-09 - 06/06/09 06:10 PM
Market information for Active and Foreclosure Homes in Fountain Valley As 6-5-09
For a FREE list of Foreclosure Homes, Email KTorline@msn.com
Neighborhoods: Fountain Valley Ranch, Country Crossing, Heritage, Widefield, Windmill Mesa, Security
Related Post: Colorado Springs Homes -- May 2009 market report for Fountain Valley
Breakdown of homes for sale, INCLJUDING FORECLOSURES:
Short sales: 68 (13.5%) Government Owned: 1 (.2%) VA Owned: 3 (.6%) Bank-owned: 14 (2.8%) Normal: 416 (82.9%) Active Homes for Sale: 502
Single Family Homes: 479 (95%) Condos/Townhomes/Patio Homes: 23 (5%) Partial list of Foreclosed homes currently on the market
Colorado Springs Real Estate report contains information … (2 comments)
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real estate colorado springs colorado: Colorado Springs Homes -- May 2009 market report for Briargate - 06/04/09 07:18 AM
Colorado Spring Real Estate - Market Report for Briargate
Single Family Homes
Includes Pinecreek, Windjammer, Gatehouse Village, Summerfield
The Briargate housing market continues to be a BUYERS Market, as there is currently a 6.9 month of supply of homes on the market. A 6 month supply of houses on the market is considered a "NEUTRAL MARKET". Sales units are down 25% from 2008 to 2007, but pricing is only down 11% from 2008 to 2007. 251 single family homes have been sold in 2009 vs. 316 for the same period in 2008; a decline of 25%.
Current Report as of … (0 comments)
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real estate colorado springs colorado: How to Shop for a Lender - 05/28/09 07:23 AM
The following information is the second in a series of Buyer Tips to provide tips for both the first-time homebuyer and the most experienced homebuyer. The goal is to help the consumer to become better educated about purchasing real estate in Colorado Springs and the surrounding area.
For a FREE Buyer's Guide, Email KTorline@msn.com
Tips #2 - 6
2. Consult a mortgage lender prior to looking at homes. Lending requirements seem to be changing daily, so make sure and know your mortgage options and what you qualify for. Don't wait until you find a home to get pre-qualified.
As a Colorado Springs Realtor, this … (0 comments)
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real estate colorado springs colorado: Who's really representing you? - 05/28/09 07:17 AM
The following information is the first in a series of Buyer Tips to provide tips for both the first-time homebuyer and the most experienced homebuyer. The goal is to help the consumer to become better educated about purchasing real estate in Colorado Springs and the surrounding area.
For a FREE Buyer's Guide, Email KTorline@msn.com
Tip #1
Who's working for you?
A Buyer's Agent represents the buyer in a real estate transaction. The Colorado Springs real estate agent becomes the Buyer's Agent by entering into an agreement to represent the buyer, usually through a written buyer representation agreement. Under this agreement, the Buyer's Agent owes … (0 comments)
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real estate colorado springs colorado: What a Realtor can OR cannot say - 05/21/09 06:07 AM
Fair-housing laws prevent agents from talking about neighborhood demographics
Luckily, the Web picks up where agents leave off
A real estate agent can be a wealth of information about a house. So a homebuyer who asks what crime is like in a specific Colorado Springs neighborhood might be surprised when the agent defers the question, directing a client to the Web or local police instead. I work with many buyers looking to relocate to the city, and I often explain to them what I can and what I cannot say.
It comes as a shock to many buyers when they … (0 comments)
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real estate colorado springs colorado: Colorado Springs Building Permits — Part V - 05/09/09 06:42 AM
Colorado Springs Building Permits and Codes
Related Posts
Colorado Springs Building Codes and Permits - Part I Colorado Springs Building Permits - Part II Colorado Springs Building Permits - Part III Colorado Springs Building Permits - Part IV (1) QUESTION: I put in a new sprinkler system in my home in Kissing Camels, and recently received something from the Building Department saying I needed a Backflow Preventer. What is this?
ANSWER: A backflower preventer keeps possible contaminated water from backing up into your domestic water supply. A license is required to install this device.
(2) QUESTION: I need to hire a … (0 comments)
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real estate colorado springs colorado: Colorado Springs Homes -- March 2009 market report for Pinecreek - 04/16/09 08:09 AM
Colorado Springs Real Estate
Market Report for Pinecreek
Single Family Homes
Related Post: Briargate Homes -- Market Report for March 2009
Single Family Homes in Pinecreek were primarily built in the 1980's and 1990's. The majority of the houses are ranches and 2-storys, with 4 to 5 bedrooms, 3- 4 baths, and 2-3 car garages. The average home has appx. 3000 to 4000 square footage. The absorption rate of 3.5 houses per month shows that there is an 18 month supply of houses on the market; the housing market is currently a BUYERS MARKET in this area.
Recap of … (0 comments)
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real estate colorado springs colorado: Colorado Springs Homes -- March 2009 market report for Northeast - 04/06/09 06:36 AM
Colorado Spring Real Estate - Market Report for Northeast Colorado Springs as of 3-31-09
Single Family Homes
Neighborhoods Include: Vista Grande Terrace, Vista Grande, Country Club, St. Andrews
The Northeast area of Colorado Springs housing market continues to be a NEUTRAL,BUYERS Market, as there is currently a 6.5 month of supply of homes on the market. A 6 month supply of houses on the market is considered a "NEUTRAL MARKET". Sales are only 15% from 2008 to 2007, but average pricing is only down 3.5% from 2008 to 2007. 2009 pricing during the first quarter continues to decline.
Recap of … (0 comments)
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real estate colorado springs colorado: MLS Colorado Springs -- Foreclosed homes in Briargate - 04/02/09 06:10 AM
Homes in Colorado Springs
Market information for Active and Foreclosure Homes in Briargate As of 4-2-09
For a FREE list of Foreclosure Homes, Email KTorline@msn.com
Neighborhoods: Windjammer, Fairfax, Wolf Ranch, Wagon Trails, Antelope Creek
Breakdown of homes for sale, INCLUDING FORECLOSURES
Short sales: 19 (4.2%) Bank-owned: 8 (1.8%) HUD: 1 (.2%) Normal: 429 (93.9%) Active homes for sale: 457
Single Family Homes: 381 (83%) Condos/Townhomes/Patio Homes: 76 (17%) Partial list of Foreclosed homes currently on the market in Briargate
Colorado Springs Real Estate report contains information on homes in Briargate
This information is taken from the Pikes Peak Realtor Services Corp … (0 comments)
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real estate colorado springs colorado: Explanation of Closing Costs in Colorado - 03/24/09 05:32 AM
When buying real estate in Colorado Springs, the closing is the last step. It is the process of passing ownership of property from the seller to buyer. As a buyer, you should be familiar with these costs that are both mortgage-related and government imposed. Here are some common fees:
Appraisal Fee: This fee pays for the appraisal of the property. You may already have paid this fee at the beginning of your loan application process.
Credit Report Fee: This fee covers the cost of the credit report requested by the lender. This too may already have been paid when you applied … (2 comments)
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real estate colorado springs colorado: It's all about the Altitude - 03/24/09 05:18 AM
Living or Relocating to Colorado Springs?
Living in the Colorado Springs area or in many of the surrounding cities, us "locals" are used to living at an altitude. In fact most of the time we completely forget about it. But tourist season is just around the corner; and many of us have friends and family that came visit us during the summer time. Also, it's starting to be the time of the year that many people think about relocating to the area. Consequently I felt it may be a good time for a refresher course on the affects of high altitude.
Colorado Springs is … (2 comments)
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real estate colorado springs colorado: Moving? Check out Zip Skinny - 03/20/09 07:58 AM
Looking at moving to a new neighborhood, make sure and check out ZIPskinny
For someone like me who loves statistics, this web site provides everything you ever wanted to know about a neighborhood
According to the info on the site, it was created as a Web development "hobby" project using Census 2000 data obtained from the Census website.
You start with putting in your zip code on the upper right side of the page. After you click "get it", it comes up with a web page with 7 different tabs, all in different colors so it is easy to distinguish between them.
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real estate colorado springs colorado: Does your Colorado Springs Realtor use technology? - 03/18/09 03:27 AM
A tech savvy realtor can help sell your home
In today's real estate market, it has become more important than ever for sellers and buyers to hire a Colorado Springs real estate agent who understands how to market their home on the Internet.
The day has past for Realtors who only use old-fashioned sales methods in real estate; putting a sign in the yard, putting the property in the Multiple-Listing Service (MLS) and sitting back waiting for the phone to ring.
This method might have worked at one time, but no more. Consider these facts:
In every age group, newspaper readership is down. This … (4 comments)
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