To HOA or not to HOA - that is the question you need to ask yourself before moving into one. You might be surprised to learn that over 24% of homes are part of a HomeOwners Association which means over 60 million Americans deal with HOA rules, fees, and regulations governing their homes. In Colorado there are over 8,000 … [Read more...] about The Pros & Cons of HOA Communities
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Differences Between FHA Loans, VA Loans & Conventional Loans
Shopping for a mortgage can seem daunting and you might be tempted to jump on the first offer you get, but it helps to know what specific type of loan is best for you and your needs. There are two main types of mortgage categories available: Conventional loans and government-backed loans. Each has a different set of … [Read more...] about Differences Between FHA Loans, VA Loans & Conventional Loans
10 Things That Add Value To Your Home
Ready to sell your current home & looking for a great return on investment (ROI)? While there's a myriad of ways to update, upgrade and renovate your home for added value, as a seller you'll want to focus on easy, cost-effective methods that have a good history of high return. Check out 10 things that add value to your home … [Read more...] about 10 Things That Add Value To Your Home
Tips For Parents Buying A Home With Kids
Buying a home is already a complicated process with lots of moving pieces and factors to consider. When kids are in the picture, or may soon be, there are a few additional items you’ll need to look into as well. Schools Finding a home in a good school district is great for both educational purposes and resell value. … [Read more...] about Tips For Parents Buying A Home With Kids
What Is A Downpayment?
A down payment is the cash you put down upfront to make a large purchase, such as a car or a home, and it is expressed as a percent of the total price. For example, a 10% down payment on a $350,000 home would be $35,000. The down payment is your contribution toward the purchase and represents your initial ownership stake of … [Read more...] about What Is A Downpayment?
Top 5 Selling Mistakes
Selling your home can be a stressful and confusing time, especially if it’s your first time. But even seasoned home sellers can get overwhelmed when trying to sell their home themselves. Besides having to learn all the legal aspects of selling a home, you might feel like your privacy is being invaded and judged by strangers. … [Read more...] about Top 5 Selling Mistakes
Home Staging 101
Home-stagging is more than just tidying up your home to sell it. The purpose behind staging your home is to highlight its strengths, downplay its weaknesses, and appeal to the largest possible pool of potential home buyers. Whether you’re hiring a stager or doing it yourself, these tips will help move it along. Check out some of … [Read more...] about Home Staging 101
Real Estate Predictions For The Rest of 2021
Since Summer 2021, the housing market has been a frenzy. Record-low mortgage rates created a spike in demand while a national lumber shortage resulted in problems with supply. Suddenly it was a sellers dream, having more demand for their home in shorter time frames, and usually with several offers over the asking price. For … [Read more...] about Real Estate Predictions For The Rest of 2021
