Blog | HBR Colorado

How to Sell Your Colorado Springs House if You Live in a Bad Area

August 21, 2021

1. Start by Assessing the Problem First, look closely at all surrounding houses and their condition. This will give you an idea of what your home is worth in relation to the most desirable property on the block. If any neighbors have already attempted to sell, check out their listing price compared to how much they … Continued

What Colorado Springs Home Sellers Should Do After a Poor Property Inspection

August 20, 2021

By Brian

You have a right to know what the inspector found. Your inspection contingency is your legal right to receive this information. So when you receive a poor property inspection, make sure your agent shares with you what was wrong with the home. Some sellers choose not to go over each item since they are already … 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

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

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

August 14, 2021

By Brian

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

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

Sell My House Fast Blog