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How to Love your New Denver Home
Wednesday, April 6th, 2011 at 7:49am. 346 Views, 1 Comments.
One of the most important things to look for when buying a home is the location. Everything else can be changed through renovations, additions and landscaping, but the location is a permanent factor and one that can't be changed unless you move again. Pay attention to things like where on the property the house is located, is it tight up against the neighbors, or do you have some room to breathe. Is it on a hill with a great view, or does it just add more stairs to walk up every day when you get home from work? Don't forget what might be charming now, could be annoying later; you are planning to live there, not just visit.
Also, when noticing the location, notice the neighborhood your house is located in. Are you next to a busy mall or street? Pay…
Negotiating in Multiple Offer Situations
Thursday, September 16th, 2010 at 1:33pm. 1227 Views, 1 Comments.
Most Realtors® would be happy with just one offer to negotiate on their real estate listings. Reality is that Realtors® need to be prepared to negotiate multiple offer situations. Unfortunately this skill is something that not every agent has.
A Realtor® representing their client who is competing against additional agents and their buyer clients has to understand the intricate nature of this type of negotiation. It happens more than you realize, even in today’s market.
Negotiating a multiple offer situation is not the same as when you’re the only offer on the table.
Often times in this situation, sellers will respond by asking for the highest and best offers. Home buyers will often ask if the seller is being honest. Realtors® are required to practice…
FHA implements new rules to help foreclosures sell faster
Tuesday, January 19th, 2010 at 11:19am. 730 Views, 1 Comments.
FHA has made recent changes to their rules to help stabilize the home values and improve community distress in places where foreclosure activity is high. A temporary change of policy has been announced which will allow increased and quicker access to FHA mortgage insurance when purchasing some foreclosed properties.
Through this announcement and the $2 billion stabilization grants announced for non-profit developers and local communities announced to stem the negative effects of abandoned and vacant homes in some communities, the current administration has shown a commitment to addressing these issues.
These changes further open up the credit market to potential home buyers who often run into roadblocks obtaining conventional financing, most home…
10 Deadly Mistakes
Wednesday, October 7th, 2009 at 2:15pm. 1788 Views, 2 Comments.
10 deadly mistakes Denver home buyers make when purchasing a home.
Looking for a home prior to getting prequalified
Prequalification makes your life and home buying process much easier so make sure to take the time needed to speak with a quality lender (contact me and I can refer you). By getting answers to questions on income, debt, etc., the lender can help you determine the price range that you can afford.
Not getting a home inspection
We understand that saving money is important, but skipping a home inspection to save a little money today could end up costing you a lot of money tomorrow. Qualified home inspectors can inspect a home for issues that many home buyers could easily overlook. We are happy to refer quality home inspectors.
Limiting…
Beating the Deadline for the Tax Credit
Friday, September 25th, 2009 at 4:04pm. 695 Views, 0 Comments.
Here we are on September 25, 2009 in Denver, Colorado and you may be thinking that you are out of luck in taking advantage of the $8000 federal home buyer tax credit that expires on November 30, 2009.
Well it is not too late to get that Denver home you have always dreamed of and still take advantage of the government incentive. The key is to target homes that can close quickly which is where we can help.
Wondering what some of the key elements are?
Well prescreening the property is an absolute must to find out about deal killing problems before you get deep into the deal.
- Are there going to be extensive repairs needed?
- Are the appliances or systems aged?
- How is the neighborhood?
- Are there health hazards such as mold?
When Price is not the Primary Factor for Buying the Right Home
Wednesday, September 16th, 2009 at 11:17pm. 1407 Views, 1 Comments.
Make no mistake that price is a critical factor in any home purchase that takes place in metro Denver. Something we see happening however is the obsession with price which some Denver home buyers are developing to the extent that it works in detriment to their own best interests. Price is one factor, but not the only factor to consider when purchasing a home.
A Buyers and Sellers View of Value. Some of the places sellers derive value from the price they feel needs to be achieved for their perceived value while taking into account many upgrades, memories of family moments, and features which separate their home from the rest in the community. Buyers will look to the value they place on their future enjoyment of the property. They dream of what…
First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Alert
Tuesday, March 24th, 2009 at 11:18pm. 845 Views, 0 Comments.
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) included a new $8,000 first-time homebuyer tax credit for 2009 home purchases. Taxpayers who have recently purchased a home or are considering buying a home, have several different ways that they can receive this tax credit – even if they have already filed their tax return.
Qualifying taxpayers who purchase a home between Jan. 1, 2009 and Dec. 1, 2009 can claim up to $8,000 or $4,000 for married individuals filing separately. Taxpayers can claim the credit either on your 2008 tax returns or 2009 tax returns next year. The credit begins to phase out at a modified adjusted gross income of more than $75,000, or $150,000 for joint filers. Taxpayers can claim 10% of the purchase price up to maximum…
Five Things You'll Love About Moving To Denver, Colorado
Tuesday, November 25th, 2008 at 6:31pm. 2443 Views, 2 Comments.
When it comes to evaluating potential cities to move to, no one looking for an exciting place with a great deal of attractions should overlook the city of Denver, Colorado. Denver, as one of the few Midwest mountain region cities of decent size, is a truly unique place to live or visit. The city combines most of the things you would find in a major city with the charm you find in less populated areas. The region is famous for the great outdoors, from the Rocky Mountains to the nearby plains, Denver sits among some of the best natural scenery available in the entire country. The city is not only located near many things to do and see, but many attractions reside within the city's boundaries as well. Denver has some of the best shopping, cultural,…