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5 Factors to Consider When Deciding if You Should Rent or Sell Your House in Colorado Springs

August 14, 2021

First the obvious. If you have accumulated equity in your home, such as by paying down your mortgage or from rising real estate values, then selling will give you an opportunity to realize that long-awaited windfall of cash. The main downside is that you no longer own a home and any future appreciation may elude … Continued

How to Avoid Spending a Fortune When Selling Your House in Colorado Springs

August 14, 2021

By Brian

If you want to sell but are concerned about the expenses involved, it’s still possible to present your home in the best light on a limited budget. However, when you list with a property estate agent, you must keep in mind that potential buyers will quickly review how while foraging for photos online as they … Continued

How to Sell Your Colorado Springs House if You Live on a Busy Street

August 14, 2021

By Brian

First and foremost, if you want to sell your house on a busy street, you need to address its proximity to the road. This may not be an option for everyone, as it’s hard to forget about something that is right in front of you every day. If this is your reality, however, there are … Continued

3 Myths People Believe About Selling Your House Directly in Colorado Springs

August 13, 2021

By Brian

1. DIRECT BUYERS ARE OUT TO SCAM SELLERS Perhaps the biggest myth of all is that direct home buyers are out to scam homeowners. In past decades, there have been plenty of stories about unscrupulous people using slick sales tactics to trick desperate sellers into selling their homes for far less than they’re worth. Unfair … Continued

4 Top Tax Deductions for Homeowners Selling their Homes in Colorado Springs

August 7, 2021

By Brian

Many people do not realize that they are in a position to deduct thousands of dollars from their income with the expenses involved in selling their homes. Thanks to recent legislation, homeowners can now take these deductions at any time during the year instead of being limited to one period of two months before and … Continued

How to Sell a House With Unpermitted Work in Colorado Springs

August 7, 2021

By Brian

A recent case from the state of Oregon serves as a perfect example of how not to disclose an unpermitted addition. In this case, the buyers knew about previous additions to the house and disclosed that information to their lender. However, they did not verify any permits for those additions. Instead, they relied on the … Continued

Top 5 Mistakes Colorado Springs Home Sellers Make

August 6, 2021

By Brian

I know what you’re thinking: “My neighbor got an offer in two days at that price or higher, so mine will sell now too.” The problem with this line of thinking is it doesn’t consider the value of your home in relation to its neighborhood. After all, who would buy a $50 steak when they … Continued

5 Estate Sale Tips for Property Owners in Colorado Springs

July 31, 2021

By Brian

1. Know what you own: create an inventory list Inventory lists are beneficial, especially when it comes to estate sales. Making a comprehensive list will help others to quickly and easily see the value of all the items left behind. Using a photo album can be helpful for this task; just photograph each item with … Continued

Comparing Your Selling Options For Your Real Estate

July 29, 2021

By Brian

Always Know Your Options: Direct Sale, FSBO or Hire an Agent?| Selling Your House in When it comes to selling your house, there are many options available to you. You can choose from a direct sale, an FSBO (for sale by owner) or hire an agent and sell through a realty company. Some sellers know … Continued

8 Tips On Downsizing Your Home

July 15, 2021

By Brian

Clear Out The Clutter – Before you list your house for sale, you need to clear out all the clutter. This will not only help make it look bigger, but also present a cleaner appearance. You should go room by room and determine what needs to stay and what can be thrown away or donated … Continued