If you are purchasing a resale property, I highly recommend that you have a professional home inspector conduct a thorough inspection. The inspection will include the following: Appliances Plumbing Electrical Air conditioning and heating Ventilation Roof and Attic Foundation General Structure The inspection is not designed to criticize every minor problem or defect in the… [Read More]
Helping Kids Cope with a Move
Make Moving Fun for Your Kiddos: Show the children the new home and their new room prior to moving. If this is not possible, pictures or videos will help them visualize where they are going. Assure children that you won’t forget their friends. Make a scrapbook of the old home and neighborhood. Throw a good-bye… [Read More]
What Every Home Buyer Should Know Before Purchasing
Be in the Know: Property taxes and qualified interest are deductible on an individual’s federal income tax return. Often, a home is the largest asset an individual has and is considered one of the most valuable investments available. A portion of each amortized mortgage payment goes to principal which is an investment. A home is… [Read More]
A Timeline of Contract to Closing in Colorado
Remember, the Contract to Buy & Sell Real Estate in Colorado offers many “outs” for the Buyer! Anything in ORANGE in the chart is an “out” for the Buyer. Anything in YELLOW is where the Buyer is spending money!
How to Raise Your Credit Score
Things to do: Pay your bills on time. Every time you pay a bill 30 days late, it lowers your score. The more recent the late payment is, the more that late payment lowers your score. If you missed a payment, get current on that account. If you are past due on an account, just… [Read More]