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We have both Colorado Real Estate specific blog articles as well as National Real Estate blog articles. Take a look around and if you have any questions please let us know.

COLORADO REAL ESTATE ARTICLES

Who Pays for What?

Who Pays for What?

Selling and Buying a home can be very overwhelming and a lot to process. We have you covered and are here to answer any questions you may have along the way and before we get started. One of the most frequently asked questions is "Who Pays for What?" so we created this chart as a reference guide...

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Steps To Selling Your Home

Steps To Selling Your Home

When we represent a seller, we have your best interests at heart. Whether you are selling a $100,000 home or a $10 million home, you will get our full attention, 24/7 availability, top-notch staging advice, professional marketing, tough negotiation skills, and amazing photographers as well as our...

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Step 27 To Selling Your Home: Review Us!

Step 27 To Selling Your Home: Review Us!

Last step!  Please consider leaving us a review.  We don’t advertise our services and rely completely on referrals so let us know how we did and consider recommending Wilks Real Estate to your family and friends. The review will be posted onto our website and social media and will allow others who...

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Step 26 To Selling Your Home: Closing Day!

Step 26 To Selling Your Home: Closing Day!

Closing day is here! Whoo hoo!   We will sign all the papers which will officially transfer ownership to the Buyer. Afterwards Our Title company will email us both a copy of the settlement statement showing the exact breakdown of the closing cost charges.  They will also arrange for the...

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Step 25 To Selling Your Home: The Final Walk Through

Step 25 To Selling Your Home: The Final Walk Through

The final walk through usually occurs the night before closing or the morning of closing and is a chance for the buyer and the buyer’s Realtor to walk through the property and make sure it’s in the same condition as it was during the inspection.  Generally the walk through takes about 15...

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Step 24 To Selling Your Home: Hire a Cleaning Person

Step 24 To Selling Your Home: Hire a Cleaning Person

While your home is only required to be left in broom clean condition, it’s common courtesy to either clean the home yourself AFTER you’ve moved all of your stuff out or have a cleaning company come and clean it.  This needs to be done after your stuff is all out, but before closing occurs....

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Sellers Change of Address Checklist

Sellers Change of Address Checklist

Selling your home is a fun and somewhat stressful process. During the selling period there are a lot of moving parts and one of the most common mistakes we have seen sellers make is forgetting to put in a change of address with all their contacts. Below is a list we have comprised of the most...

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Step 22 To Selling Your Home: Schedule your utilities to end

Step 22 To Selling Your Home: Schedule your utilities to end

This is one of those annoying tasks that no one thinks about doing ahead of time, but is crucial, as you don’t want to forget and end up paying the buyer’s electricity bill for the first month.  So call now to let the utility companies know that you’re moving. Ask to have all utilities taken...

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NATIONAL REAL ESTATE ARTICLES

Lower Mortgage Rates Boost Your Buying Power

Lower Mortgage Rates Boost Your Buying Power

Some HighlightsMortgage rates are trending down and that’s great news for your bottom line.As rates drop, your monthly payment on your next home does too. Even a small change in mortgage rates can have a big impact on your purchasing power.If you put your search on hold when mortgage rates were...

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Falling Mortgage Rates Are Bringing Buyers Back

Falling Mortgage Rates Are Bringing Buyers Back

If you’ve been hesitant to list your house because you’re worried no one’s buying, here’s your sign it may be time to talk with an agent.After months of high rates keeping buyers on the sidelines, things are starting to shift. Rates are already coming down due to a number of economic factors. And...

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The Latest Builder Trend: Smaller, Less Expensive Homes

The Latest Builder Trend: Smaller, Less Expensive Homes

Even though affordability is improving, buying a home can still feel tough right now. But here’s some good news: builders are focusing their efforts on building smaller homes, and they’re offering key incentives to buyers. And both of these things can be a big help if you're worried about finding...

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Mortgage Rates Drop to Lowest Level in over a Year and a Half

Mortgage Rates Drop to Lowest Level in over a Year and a Half

Mortgage rates have hit their lowest point in over a year and a half. And that’s big news if you’ve been sitting on the homebuying sidelines waiting for this moment.Even a small decline in rates could help you get a better monthly payment than you would expect on your next home. And the drop...

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The Best Time To Buy a Home This Year

The Best Time To Buy a Home This Year

A shift is underway in the housing market this season. And if you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for the right moment to jump back into your homebuying search, this is a great time to do it. That’s because the best week to buy a home this year is just around the corner. Your sweet spot...

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Checklist for Getting Your House Ready To Sell

Checklist for Getting Your House Ready To Sell

Some HighlightsGetting your house ready to sell? Here’s a few tips on what you may want to do to prepare.Focus on making it inviting, showing it’s cared for, and boosting your curb appeal.If you want specific advice to help your house stand out in your local market, connect with a real estate...

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What To Know About Closing Costs

What To Know About Closing Costs

Now that you’ve decided to buy a home and are ready to make it happen, it’s a good idea to plan ahead for the costs that are a typical part of the homebuying process. And while your down payment is probably the number one expense on your mind, don't forget about closing costs. Here’s what you need...

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The Real Story Behind What’s Happening with Home Prices

The Real Story Behind What’s Happening with Home Prices

If you’re wondering what’s going on with home prices lately, you’re definitely not the only one. With so much information out there, it can be hard to figure out your next move.As a buyer, you might be worried about paying more than you should. And if you're thinking of selling, you might be...

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Why Pre-Approval Should Be at the Top of Your Homebuying To-Do List

Why Pre-Approval Should Be at the Top of Your Homebuying To-Do List

Since the supply of homes for sale is growing and mortgage rates are coming down, you may be thinking it’s finally your moment to jump into the market. To make sure you’re ready, you need to get pre-approved for a mortgage. That’s when a lender looks at your finances, including things like your...

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