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Posted on 07/27/2024
Scheduling Your Move: A Step-by-Step Guide
Moving to a new home is an exciting journey, but it requires careful planning to ensure a smooth transition. Here’s a comprehensive timeline to help you organize and schedule your move efficiently. After Signing Once you’ve signed the papers, it’s time to get started with these essential tasks: Finalize Home Mortgage: Ensure all mortgage details are settled. Schedule...
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Posted on 07/27/2024
Appraisal, Title Search, and Homeowners Insurance: Final Steps Before Closing
As you approach the final stages of your home-buying journey, a few critical steps remain. These include the appraisal, property title search, and securing homeowners insurance. Here’s what you need to know to ensure a smooth path to closing. Appraisal Ordered Your lender will arrange for a third-party appraiser to provide an independent estimate of the home's value....
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Posted on 07/27/2024
Ordering an Inspection and Negotiating the Final Offer
As you move forward in your home buying journey, two critical steps come into play: ordering a home inspection and negotiating the final offer. Here’s how to navigate these stages effectively. Order an Inspection During the inspection period, schedule a thorough investigation of the home with a reputable home inspector. This process includes: Scheduling the Inspection: Set up...
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Posted on 07/27/2024
Making an Offer: Your Guide to Securing Your Dream Home
Congratulations! You’ve found the perfect home. In today’s competitive seller’s market, making a timely and strategic offer is crucial. Here’s how to navigate the process of making an offer on a home. When to Make an Offer Once you’ve found the house you want, it’s essential to act quickly. We will review recent sales, current buyer activity in...
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Posted on 07/27/2024
Start Home Shopping: Touring Homes in Your Price Range
Embarking on the home shopping journey is an exciting step in the home buying process. Here’s a guide to help you navigate this phase efficiently and effectively. Touring Homes When we start touring homes, it's essential to take detailed notes. Each home will have unique features, and it can be challenging to remember all the specifics. Here’s how...
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Posted on 07/27/2024
Understanding the Types of Mortgage Loans: A Realtor’s Guide
Navigating the world of mortgage loans can be complex, but choosing the right one is crucial for your home-buying journey. Here’s a breakdown of the most common types of mortgage loans to help you understand which might be the best fit for you. VA Loan (Department of Veteran Affairs) Who Qualifies: Veterans, personnel with honorable discharge, reservists, National...
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Posted on 07/27/2024
Get Qualified: Your Guide to Home Loan Requirements
Get Qualified: Your Guide to Home Loan Requirements Navigating the world of home loans can be daunting, but understanding the qualifications and necessary documents can simplify the process. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you get started on the path to homeownership. Types of Loans and Their Requirements 1. VA Loan Credit Score: 620 (but no real minimum)...
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Posted on 07/27/2024
Finding the Right Agent: Your Essential Guide
Finding the Right Agent: Your Essential Guide Buying a home is a monumental decision, often one of the most significant purchases you'll make in your lifetime. To navigate this complex process, having an experienced and dedicated real estate agent, that's me, by your side is crucial. Here’s why finding the right agent can make all the difference: Why...
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Posted on 07/27/2024
Your Essential Guide: 10 Steps to Buying a Home
Your Essential Guide: 10 Steps to Buying a Home Embarking on the journey to homeownership is exciting and can be streamlined by following these 10 essential steps. This guide will walk you through the process, ensuring you're well-prepared for each phase of buying a home. 1. Find the Right Agent Choose Wisely: A knowledgeable and trustworthy real estate...
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Posted on 07/27/2024
A Step-by-Step Guide to the Home Buying Process
A Step-by-Step Guide to the Home Buying Process Buying a home is a significant milestone and can feel overwhelming, but understanding the steps involved can make the journey smoother. Here’s a breakdown of the essential steps in the home buying process: 1. Get Pre-Approved Meet with a Lender: Schedule an appointment to discuss your financial situation. Prepare Your...
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Posted on 07/24/2024
Monument, CO Real Estate Market Update 7/24/2024
Click here to view Monument, CO blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...
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Posted on 07/26/2024
Another Property Sold - 5439 Saddle Horn Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80915
**Call your realtor and ask about how the possible seller incentives can benefit you.**Check out the Virtual Tour & Custom Video in the link above** As soon as you enter the front door of this tri-level home, you are greeted with a large, vaulted great room with an open dining space & kitchen. These large open rooms beckon one to curl up with a good book, or your favorite beverage, & enjoy the space The large living area features a large vault & lots of windows, letting in tons of light. The eat-in dining area has a new slider that leads right out to the covered concrete patio & a generous fenced-in backyard. The...
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