houses for sale in colorado springs: Good Advice on Buying a Home - 06/04/12 01:48 AM
We are generally still in a Buyer’s Market in most areas of the United States so while it may still be difficult to find a lender who’s willing to put out the money you are still working with pricing that is generally lower than normal.
In most cases housing prices are beginning to rise, but slowly. Taking the opportunity to buy now is a definite positive move and by simply following a few tips you may find the entire process much easier.

Know Your Total Costs While it sounds logical sometimes in the craziness of making this huge decision you … (0 comments)

houses for sale in colorado springs: Will Your Home Sell Quickly? - 06/01/12 02:28 AM
There are many different circumstances that can determine how quickly your home will sell when put on the market. First off you’ll want to ask your agent what the current DOM (Days On Market) average is for homes in your area.
Some areas obviously sell much quicker than others and some areas are completely different from the “National” Market; meaning even if it’s a Buyer’s Market in most areas your particular are could be a Seller’s Market or vice versa.
In any case nobody can assure you how quickly your home will sell but if you check the list below you … (3 comments)

houses for sale in colorado springs: Is A Single Family Home Really Best For You? - 05/30/12 12:35 AM
  People don’t often consider the number of different types of homes that are available to them and it’s often something that should be considered before you begin looking at homes to buy.
While many just assume “buying a home” means buying a single family dwelling there is a lot more available out there and, depending upon your needs & wants, you may end up finding out that a single family dwelling isn’t really the best choice for you.
Various types of homes are available for sale and everything from single family dwellings to investor type units and condominiums are offered. … (0 comments)

houses for sale in colorado springs: Tips On Selling Your Home In The Spring - 05/27/12 12:44 AM
 
Spring is the time when we see daffodils, tulips, and tree buds appearing in our front yards; but it’s also one of the most exciting times in the Real Estate business.
On average we see about a 30% increase in home sales during the Spring season. However, we have to recognize that seasonal sales are different than market trends and while sales generally increase in the Spring you also have to take into consideration what the market conditions are for your area.
                                                                    
 
If You’re Thinking About Selling In The Spring Time Because people seem to be more … (1 comments)

houses for sale in colorado springs: Common Misperceptions of First Home Buyers - 05/18/12 02:31 AM
If you’ve been thinking of buying a home but keep putting it off because of a variety of concerns have no fear. Although the process may seem riddled with riddled with potential obstacles many are easily overcome by doing a little research.
By doing your own due diligence and become educated about the specifics of the home buying process you will soon see the path to home ownership is hard as difficult as it first looks.

I Need To Save For A Huge Down Payment – This is not always the case and the size of the down payment needed … (1 comments)

houses for sale in colorado springs: Spring Time is Home Selling Season - 05/18/12 02:27 AM
The wonderful weather of Spring and Summer make these months the best months for selling your home; so if you’ve been debating putting it on the market this may be the time to make your move.
Add to the fact that this is the best season to sell a home that homes are finally beginning to sell at much faster rates and it’s definitely time to consider your options.
The past economic situation has been far from beneficial from a seller’s perspective. Home sales were slumping, with houses sitting on the market for 9 months to a year or more in … (0 comments)

houses for sale in colorado springs: Should I Finance My Closing Costs? - 05/16/12 01:47 AM
Buyers are often tempted to add their closing costs to their financing and there are various reasons why it may be a consideration. For one thing it allows you to get into a home with less money upfront.
Also, if you have some money in the bank already it leaves you with some reserves in case you need to do some minor fixes or decorate when you first move in.
While each of these things can be a wonderful thing you do have to remember that you are paying an interest rate on the money you’re not putting towards the purchase … (2 comments)

 
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