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COLORADO REAL ESTATE ARTICLES

SPOTLIGHT ON MORTGAGES

SPOTLIGHT ON MORTGAGES

Spotlight on Mortgages  Written by Nicole Rueth 10/4/2023 Member of the DMAR Market Trends Committee and Local Mortgage Expert at The Rueth Team Nicole Rueth, a local mortgage and market expert writes: October 2023 presents an incredible opportunity for first-time homebuyers to make...

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How are We Different?

How are We Different?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3JH8ClsYi44&t=1s The statisticians say that most people know 12 Realtors.  Being a word-of-mouth-based company, we realize that on a daily basis we have to outshine and outperform 11 other agents just to earn their business. Then we must impress them by...

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The Biggest Opportunity for Home Buyers Right Now is…

The Biggest Opportunity for Home Buyers Right Now is…

Builders and Buy-Downs:    Right now, there is a huge opportunity for homebuyers to get a sweet deal from local home builders. Builders are lowering home prices, offering notable incentives to buy-down interest rates as much as 1%-2% lower than market interest rates.  Further,...

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The Biggest Misconception in Real Estate TODAY is…

The Biggest Misconception in Real Estate TODAY is…

Home Value & Interest Rates! Right now, there is so much confusion and misinformation around home values and interest rates and where they are both headed.  First off, if you ever have questions about the real estate or mortgage markets, or your unique personal situation.... please don't...

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The Biggest Opportunity for Home Sellers Right Now is…

The Biggest Opportunity for Home Sellers Right Now is…

An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure! Right now, well maintained beautiful homes that are properly marketed and priced ARE selling quickly, sometimes with multiple offers, and occasionally over asking price. However, homes with a long list of deferred maintenance, or a lot of necessary...

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Service Providers We Can Recommend

Service Providers We Can Recommend

The following list is people and companies that we ourselves or our clients have used and trust. This list can change at anytime and we receive nothing in return for referring them. HANDYMAN SERVICES Handyman Connection of Parker | Mike German - Owner | (720) 594-4924 |...

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How Much Home Can I Afford?

How Much Home Can I Afford?

A homebuyer should typically be able to afford a home that is 3 to 3.5 times your annual salary (or income). Another general rule is your total monthly expenses (including the new home) should never be above 45% of your gross (pre-tax) income. For a first time home buyer, we typically recommend...

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How Do I Know If I Hired the Wrong Realtor?

How Do I Know If I Hired the Wrong Realtor?

If you’ve never bought or sold a house before, you’ve probably never worked with a Realtor. You might have been so excited for the process you completely skipped over researching and interviewing prospective Realtors in order to find a really great one.   If you didn’t do your research,...

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NATIONAL REAL ESTATE ARTICLES

Should I Update My House Before I Sell It?

Should I Update My House Before I Sell It?

Some HighlightsWith more homes for sale and buyers being more selective, it’s smart to make strategic updates.​ But how do you decide what’s worth doing? ​You lean on an agent.An agent will be able to tell you what buyers want, quick wins that’ll have a big impact, and what projects have the best...

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Seller Concessions: A Smart Strategy To Get Your House Sold

Seller Concessions: A Smart Strategy To Get Your House Sold

For the past few years, it’s been mostly a seller’s market. But dynamics are shifting as the number of homes for sale grows. And that means that the market is balancing out a bit. As a result, some sellers are finding they need to be more flexible to close a deal. One strategy that can help?...

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Buying a Home May Help Shield You from Inflation

Buying a Home May Help Shield You from Inflation

It feels like everything is getting more expensive these days. That’s because inflation has remained higher than normal for longer than expected – and that’s impacting the costs of goods, services, and more. And with rising costs all around you, you’re probably questioning: is now really the right...

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Are You Asking Yourself These Questions About Selling Your House?

Are You Asking Yourself These Questions About Selling Your House?

Some homeowners hesitate to sell because they’ve got unanswered questions that hold them back. But a lot of times their concerns are based on misconceptions, not facts. And if they’d just talk to an agent about it, they’d see these doubts aren’t necessarily a hurdle at all.If uncertainty is...

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Why You’ll Love Owning a Home

Why You’ll Love Owning a Home

Some HighlightsOwning a home comes with many benefits, both non-financial and financial.From the sense of accomplishment and freedom of expression, to growing your net worth, it’s easy to fall in love with homeownership.What’s the top reason you’d love to own a home? Connect with an agent to come...

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The Secret To Selling This Spring: Start the Prep Work Now

The Secret To Selling This Spring: Start the Prep Work Now

Spring is the busiest season in the housing market. It’s the time of year when buyers are most active – that means it’s when homes sell faster and for top dollar. If you’ve already got a move on your mind, why not list this spring and take advantage of the added buyer demand? Since spring is just...

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Breaking Into the Market: Smart Moves for First-Time Buyers

Breaking Into the Market: Smart Moves for First-Time Buyers

If you’re like a lot of aspiring homebuyers, there’s a major hurdle standing in your way — the cost of living. From groceries to gas, eggs, and just about everything else, prices have gone up. And that rings true for home prices, too.But even when everything feels expensive, there are still ways...

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