Taxes? Gross! Who wants to think about government paperwork, especially when your hand still aches from signing the 977 forms required to buy your first house? But listen up: As a new homeowner, you can typically wave bye-bye to the 1040-EZ form and say hi to itemizing your deductions on Schedule A. That… read more →
Buying a home can be overwhelming, but even more so when unfamiliar jargon and acronyms are thrown your way. There are over 91 total acronyms that Fannie Mae Sellers Guide references. Here are a few descriptions for common acronyms the mortgage industry has been using to help you through the… read more →
As 2016 comes to an end, we think about all we are grateful for. Our relationship with you is one thing we treasure. Thank you for the opportunity to get to know you, as well as work with you. We wish you a merry Christmas, happy holidays, and much success… read more →
These unusual winter cleaning tips will save you money, too. Many of us start feeling that urge to deep clean our homes once spring rolls around. In fact, the “Spring Cleaning” ritual is practically hard-wired into most homeowners’ minds. But think about this…why spend so much time cleaning right when… read more →
Expected increase for conforming mortgage limits. The federal government is increasing the limit for conforming mortgages from $417,000 to $424,100 in most regions of the United States starting Jan. 1, 2017, the Federal Housing Finance Agency announced Wednesday—the first such increase since 2006. The approximately 1.7 percent bump in the… read more →
(Source: Jeff Ostrowski, realtytimes.com) When you’re ready to get a mortgage, you face a dizzying array of choices: Fixed rate or variable? Points or no points? Mortgage broker or mortgage lender? That last decision – mortgage broker or mortgage lender – involves a simple but easily misunderstood distinction. Simply put,… read more →
(Source: anica.realtytimes.com) When you are buying a home, the cost includes not only the purchase price, but also the amount of money you will pay in interest over the life of your mortgage. Getting a good interest rate can save you thousands of dollars and can make your home ownership… read more →
Looking for some family fun for this fall? There are plenty of corn mazes, festivals, and events all around the NOCO area! Here are just a few fun, fall family festivals and activities we found! CORN MAZES! Anderson Farms (9/21-10/31) – Erie, CO. www.andersonfarms.com Bartels Farm (9/17-10/31) – Fort Collins,… read more →
( Source: www.thedenverchannel ) New Designated Entertainment Districts Will Provide Areas to Have Open Containers It’s no secret the nightlife in old town Fort Collins is thriving. But one developer and a pair of downtown Fort Collins bar owners are hoping to add to the downtown’s social appeal. The group is… read more →
September Secret Supper September’s Secret Supper is kind of special (and not really a secret). That’s because for this month, Eat + Drink is partnering with the Lincoln Center to bring you dinner and a show at the iconic Fort Collins venue. September’s supper, sponsored by Hartford Homes, will feature Steven Nalls… read more →