http://blog.springsliving.com The Colorado Springs real estate market Mon, 21 Jul 2008 14:18:30 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en I've seen how clutter can kill a home sale.  Too much "stuff" can distract visitors and detract from their experience in the home.  So, prior to putting your piece of Colorado Springs real estate on the market, why not have a great yard sale?  Clearing out the house will not ... http://blog.springsliving.com/2008/07/21/having-a-yard-sale-to-help-sell-your-colorado-springs-home/ Courtney, our Buyer's Agent, sent me this message from Chris Starks.  Starks is a Senior Loan Officer with First Class Financial Services.  He writes to Realtors, but I thought the information was interesting and useful: I hope this finds you doing well.  We have received some great news from Fannie Mae - the ... http://blog.springsliving.com/2008/07/09/thoughts-from-a-local-mortgage-broker/ It's easy to see what type of activity is going on with new construction in and around Colorado Springs by looking at the current builder permits.  It's interesting to see how many people are making improvements (as opposed to starting new construction projects).  In 2006, we saw a total of ... http://blog.springsliving.com/2008/07/08/colorado-springs-new-homes/ To some of you, this may seem like a silly topic.  However, if you've ever lived in a old, creaky house frequented by eerie noises, unexplained icy drafts or shadowy figures, you may way to read on. I always get funny looks from homeowners when I get to the part of the ... http://blog.springsliving.com/2008/07/03/selling-the-homeghosts-and-all/ I don’t think it’s difficult to see how working with a recognizable company like RE/MAX Properties can benefit you in a home sale.  But what about the reputation of the specific Realtor you hire to represent you?  Does it matter? I would argue that recognition and trust are some of the most ... http://blog.springsliving.com/2008/06/30/does-reputation-matter/ I just finished listening to a program about the state of the real estate market across the nation.  There are a lot of great things happening and many major predictions are calling for a strong real estate year in 2009.  I think this is very possible...both for our nation and ... http://blog.springsliving.com/2008/06/27/is-the-colorado-springs-real-estate-market-making-a-rebound/ I was recently talking to an acquaintance who had his house listed with another Realtor for sale and for lease.  The idea was they would work together and move forward with whatever prospect they came across first (buyer or renter).  The family was moving out of state and they wanted ... http://blog.springsliving.com/2008/06/18/selling-colorado-springs-real-estate-with-a-great-listing-agent/ As I write this, I am enjoying a hot cup of Columbia Excelso (Rainforest Alliance Certified) dark roast coffee from R & R Coffee Cafe.  I am a self-professed coffee junkie.  Rarely will my day start without a steaming latte or a nice hot brew at home.  In marketing Colorado Springs homes, I ... http://blog.springsliving.com/2008/06/17/buying-a-house-for-the-addict-in-all-of-us/ Falcon, Colorado is a town about 7 miles east of Colorado Springs.  The area is characterized by gently rolling prairie land.  Most homes have views of Pikes Peak and the front range in the distance.  Each year, residents enjoy local events like the Falcon Festival and Falcon Freedom Days (normally ... http://blog.springsliving.com/2008/06/12/the-real-estate-market-in-falcon-colorado/ The Internet is one of the most effective places to market homes these days.  Where else can detailed descriptions, multiple color photos and extensive neighborhood information be shared in an organized and easy to deciper method? While I still advertise homes utilizing different print media, direct mail, etc., the Internet has been ... http://blog.springsliving.com/2008/06/11/amazing-online-marketing-that-gets-colorado-springs-homes-sold/