Today’s residential real estate market is unique in many ways. Never before have we enjoyed historically low mortgage rates, home prices on “sale” with prices retracted by 15-20 years in many markets and inventory (selection) remaining high. We have experienced one or two of these conditions, but currently buyers enjoy the benefit of all three. […]
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Job Loss Protection for Homebuyers
Filed Under: Blog, Buying A Home, Mortgages Tagged With: Alaris Properties, Buy home, Christian Durland, Colorado Real Estate, job loss protection home buyer, mortgage broker, mortgages
Moving With Your Animal
For those of us who have pets, we have some special considerations when moving. Here are some tips that we have discovered can help you prevent problems and help the move with your animal to go more smoothly. Remember, it’s more difficult for your pet to complain if things are amiss. First, take your pet […]
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Does it pay to remodel green?
Green renovations and additions to your home may cost more upfront than taking the route of using traditional materials and methods, but does it pay for itself when your resell your home?
Filed Under: Blog, Buying A Home, Green Home Tips, Home Owner Energy Tips, Residential Real Estate, Selling a Home Tagged With: Alaris Properties, Buy home, buyer, Colorado Real Estate, eco-broker, energy efficient, energy saving, green home, green home improvements, green real estate, green Realtor
Energy Efficient FHA Mortgage Loans Can Save Money
One way to raise the value of your property and lower your utility bills is to apply for an FHA Energy Efficient Mortgage (FHA EEM).
Will Denver’s Light Rail Impact Property Values?
Denver FasTracks is slated for completion by 2019 and already impacting our lives in many different ways. There is a lot of information being disseminated about the impact that light rail may have on the Denver Metro region and, specifically, the residential real estate market. To truly understand how our new light rail may impact our housing market, it is telling to review studies conducted around the country on the impact light rail has had in other cities.
Filed Under: Blog, Buying A Home, Residential Real Estate, Selling a Home Tagged With: Alaris Properties, Buy home, buyer, Colorado Real Estate, Denver FasTracks, home buyer, Jon Terry, Light Rail Impact on Property, real estate, sell home
Credit Inquires Are A Bust
Know what you want before you buy it and make sure not to authorize businesses to pull your credit until you are ready to make a buying decision.
Filed Under: Blog, Buying A Home, Credit Tagged With: A+ Credit Consulting, Alaris Properties, Buy home, Colorado Real Estate, credit counseling, credit score, home buyer, real estate, Sarah Kahley-Rufo
5 Loan Programs You NEED To Know About
There are a few programs that may help you get a loan approved, make your purchase more affordable monthly, and/or lessen your need for a large down-payment. VA Loans, USDA Rural Development, HUD/FHA 203K, CHFA, and Purchase Reverse Mortgages.
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10 Myths of the CURRENT Real Estate and Mortgage Markets
10 Myths of the CURRENT Real Estate and Mortgage Markets
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Buying a Home During the Holidays – Great Competitive Advantage
Traditionally, real estate sales slow during the holidays. However, I had discovered that it is oftentimes my busiest time. Would you like to me know my secret?
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Timing the Market
I had a great discussion with a client today about folks who are waiting for the bottom of the real estate market. It was his opinion that waiting would be very foolish. I tend to agree.
Filed Under: Blog, Buying in a Recession, Investors, Selling a Home Tagged With: Alaris Properties, Buy home, buyer, home buyer, real estate, real estate pricing, sell home, seller