According to Dave Ramsey, about 20% of all homes sold between September 2018 and August 2019 closed between the winter time of December and February. Reason to Sell in the Winter: 1. The Internet has No Season: It’s estimated that 93% of buyers use the internet during their home search.… read more →
It’s common to ask friends and family for referrals of who they have worked with when you are looking for a service professional. This same idea translates into real estate. Did you know that your real estate agent can be a referral source for connecting with other agents outside of… read more →
Your all-access pass behind the doors of Fort Collins’ most creative spaces, Art of the Garage. Fine art. Music. Invention. Often the most inspiring, innovative work is done in garages. And some of the finest visual, musical and automotive treasures live in our own backyard — in garages throughout Fort… read more →
1. Demand is Strong The Buyer Traffic Report from the National Association of Realtors shows that buyer demand is remaining strong throughout most of the country. Not only are these buyers looking, but they are ready, willing, and able to purchase. This gives you a great chance of being able… read more →
The first day of school is next week, several free summer music festivals have already played their last tunes, and Bohemian Nights at NewWestFest has come and gone. Now, to be honest, fall is my favorite. I love the pumpkin patches, eating everything pumpkin, apple or cinnamon, and wearing flannel… read more →
Housing inventory is ready for a boost based on positive outlook from homeowners. Homeowners’ confidence is selling their homes is increasing according to a recent survey by the National Association of Realtors in June. 46% of sellers in the second quarter are now “strongly” optimistic that now is a good… read more →
The year has been a promising on for would-be home buyers as home prices started to level off and mortgage rates dipped to unexpected lows. While first time buyers can expect less competition than last year, it’s still very much a seller’s market in most places. But overall, it’s a… read more →
A FICO score is the combination of certain factors that are weighted and together combine to make the total score. Payment history makes up the largest percentage at 35%. This includes payments made on time and late payments as well as any collections, bankruptcies, and tax liens in your past.… read more →
This is a rating that is given to you from lending agencies. This number generally ranges from 300 to 850. Based on your number, lending agencies decide how likely you are to pay back your loan with the higher the score meaning you are more likely to pay them back.… read more →
The Cottonland Castle now has two new proud owners, Chip and Joanna Gaines. This 4,700 square foot castle is a historic landmark in Waco, Texas. The couple plans to fix up the castle but we do not know their end goal. With a list price of $425,000 and an estimated… read more →