colorado springs realty: Black Forest Colorado Homes -- August 31 2010 Market Report - 09/07/10 11:43 AM
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Market Report for Homes in Black Forest, Single Family Homes
Zip Codes include:  80908, 80106
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Homes in Black Forest area of Colorado Springs housing market continues to be a BUYER's  Market, as there is currently a 16.5 month of supply of homes on the market.   A 6 month supply of houses on the market is considered a "NEUTRAL MARKET".  Sales are down 6% from 2009 to 2008, but average pricing was down 20% from 2009 to 2008.   Pricing has increased by 2% in 2010.
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colorado springs realty: What's up with the pipes? - 09/03/10 01:15 AM
Colorado Springs Homeowners beware
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What is Polybutylene pipeing?
It's a form of plastic resin that was used extensively in the manufacture of water supply piping from 1978 until 1995.   It's estimated that the piping was installed in about one in every four or five … (0 comments)

colorado springs realty: Can your house make you sick? - 08/31/10 01:13 AM
 Can my house make me sick?  Yes!
Here's my list of 6 things in your Colorado Springs house that can make you sick
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colorado springs realty: Cimarron Hills -- Powers Colorado Springs Near Peterson Air Force Base -- Market Report as of July 31, 2010 - 08/29/10 08:41 AM
Homes in Cimarsson Hills are in the Powers Area in Colorado Springs
Powers Area, Colorado Real Estate Report for July 31, 2010 
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Single Family Homes in Cimarron Hills were primarily built from 1980 to 1990 , with an average age built in the 1985.  The majority of the houses are bi-levels and tri-levels, 2-3 baths, with 1-2 car attached garages.   Average square footage is between 1,250 and 1,750 square feet.
The Cimarron Hills Hills housing market continues to be a BUYERS/NEUTRAL Market, as there is currently a 8 month of supply of … (0 comments)

colorado springs realty: Ridgeview at Steton Homes -- Powers Colorado Springs -- Market Report as of July 31, 2010 - 08/29/10 08:21 AM
Homes in Ridgeview at Stetson Hills are in the Powers Area in Colorado Springs
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Single Family Homes in Ridgeview at Stetson Hills were primarily built from 1995 to 2005, with an average age built in the 2000.  The majority of the houses are 2-stories and ranches, 2-3 baths, with 2-3 car attached garages.   Average square footage is between 2,000 and 3,000 square feet.
The Ridgeview at Stetson Hills housing market continues to be a BUYERS/NEUTRAL Market, as there is … (0 comments)

colorado springs realty: $173,500 in Central Colorado Springs, immaculate ranch style home with RV Parking - 08/25/10 03:57 AM
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colorado springs realty: $97,500 completely remodeled house in Colorado Springs - 08/25/10 03:45 AM
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colorado springs realty: Broadmoor Bluffs Housing Market Report as of July 31, 2010 - 08/24/10 01:04 AM
Homes in Broadmoor Bluffs are in the Southwest Area in Colorado Springs
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Related Article:  Colorado Springs Real Estate Report for SOUTHWEST Area as of June 30, 2010

The Broadmoor Bluffs housing market continues to be a BUYER'S/NEUTRAL Market, as there is currently a 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 were up 30% from 2009 to 2008, and pricing was down 16% from 2009 to 2008.    Pricing is continuing to see a decrease in 2010.
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colorado springs realty: Cheyenne Meadows, Fort Carson, Housing Market Report as of July 31, 2010 - 08/24/10 12:39 AM
Homes in Cheyenne Meadows are in the Southwest Area in Colorado Springs
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Related Article:  Colorado Springs Real Estate Report for SOUTHWEST Area as of June 30, 2010
The Cheyenne Meadows housing market continues to be a BUYER's/NEUTRAL Market, as there is currently a 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 were down 23% from 2009 to 2008, and pricing was down 6% from 2009 to 2008.    Sales units are continuing to see a decrease in 2010.
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colorado springs realty: Flying Horse, Colorado Springs Air Force Academy Area, Housing Market Report as of July 31, 2010 - 08/22/10 01:59 AM
Homes in Flying Horse are in the Northgate Area in Colorado Springs
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Related Article:  Colorado Springs Real Estate Report for NORTHGATE (Near the Air Force Academy) Area for 2010

The Flying Horse housing market continues to be a BUYERS Market, as there is currently a 14 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 down 6% from 2009 to 2008, but pricing was only down less than 1%% from 2009 to 2008.    Pricing and sales are … (0 comments)

colorado springs realty: Pleasant Valley, West Colorado Springs, Market Report as of July 31, 2010 - 08/21/10 01:44 AM
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Market Report for the Pleasant Valley homes in WEST area of Colorado Springs
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Single Family Homes in Pleasant Valley were primarily built in the 1950's to 1960's.  The majority of the houses are ranches, with 2 to 4 bedrooms, 2- 3 baths, and 1 - 2 car garages.   The average home has appx. 1500 to 2500 square footage.  The absorption rate of 3 homes per month shows that there is a 4 month supply of houses on the market; the housing market is currently a NEUTRAL - SELLERS MARKET in … (0 comments)

colorado springs realty: Crystal Park Homes -- Manitou Springs Springs Colorado -- Market Report as of July 31, 2010 - 08/20/10 01:49 AM
Homes in Crystal Park are in the Manitou Area in Colorado Springs
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Colorado Zip Code:  80829

The Crystal Park housing market continues to be a BUYERS Market, as there is currently a 52 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 down 13% from 2009 to 2008, but pricing was up 3% from 2009 to 2008.   
Single Family Homes in Crystal Park were primarily built from 1938 to 2009. … (0 comments)

colorado springs realty: Crystal Hills Homes -- Manitou Springs Springs Colorado -- Market Report as of July 31, 2010 - 08/20/10 01:37 AM
Homes in Crystal Hills are in the Manitou Area in Colorado Springs
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Zip Code:  80929

The Crystal Hills housing market continues to be a BUYERS Market, as there is currently a 13 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 down 13% from 2009 to 2008, but pricing was up 3% from 2009 to 2008.    Pricing has continued to decline in 2010
Single Family Homes in Crystal Hills were primarily … (0 comments)

colorado springs realty: Windmill Mesa -- Fort Carson Area -- Market Report as of July 31, 2010 - 08/18/10 12:13 AM
Homes in Windmill Mesa are in the Fountain Valley Area in Colorado Springs
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The Windmill Mesa housing market continues to be a BUYER's Market, as there is currently a 5 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 down 21% from 2009 to 2008, and pricing was down 4% from 2009 to 2008.    Pricing has continued to … (0 comments)

colorado springs realty: Can I now buy some new furniture? - 08/13/10 12:43 AM
Credit Do's and Don'ts
You have finally found your perfect Home in Colorado Springs.  You've talked to your lender and have a pre-approved letter and your offer has been accepted.
Below you will find a reminders of some DO's and DON"Ts to do before you close on your Colorado Springs dream house.
For a free Buyers Guide, Email Kathy Torline at KTorline@msn.com
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colorado springs realty: How long will it last - 08/13/10 12:35 AM
How Long Should an Appliance Last?
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colorado springs realty: Vista Grande Homes -- Northeast Colorado Springs -- Market Report as of July 31, 2010 - 08/12/10 04:45 AM
Homes in Vista Grande are in the NorthEast Area in Colorado Springs
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Colorado Springs Real Estate Report for NORTHEAST AREA for 1st half of 2010 The Vista Grande housing market continues to be a NEUTRAL Market, as there is currently a 5 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 down 2% from 2009 to 2008, but pricing was down 5% from 2009 to 2008.    Pricing is continuing to see an increase in 2010.
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colorado springs realty: Wagon Trail Homes -- Northeast Colorado Springs -- Market Report as of July 31, 2010 - 08/12/10 04:33 AM
Homes in Wagon Trails are in the NorthEast Area in Colorado Springs
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Colorado Springs Real Estate Report for NORTHEAST AREA for 1st half of 2010 The Wagon Trails housing market continues to be a BUYERS Market, as there is currently a 5.4 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 down 19% from 2009 to 2008, but pricing was down .5% from 2009 to 2008.    Pricing is continuing to see an increase in 2010.
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colorado springs realty: Pikea Peak Park -- Near Fort Carson -- Market Report as of July 31, 2010 - 08/11/10 01:45 AM
Homes in Pikes Peak Park are in the Southeast Area in Colorado Springs
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Colorado Springs Market Report for the SOUTHEAST area, July 31, 2010 The Pikes Peak Park housing market continues to be a NEUTRAL/BUYERS Market, as there is currently a 4.  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 up 45% from 2009 to 2008, and pricing was down 7% from 2009 to 2008.    Pricing and sales are continuing to see an increase … (2 comments)

colorado springs realty: 6 tips to avoid information overload - 08/08/10 02:12 AM
Information overload can be avoided
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Here are my top 6 tips to help the Colorado Springs first time … (6 comments)

 
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