Whether you’re self-employed or applying for an FHA or USDA loan, here’s the pre-approval paperwork you need. If you’re serious about buying a home, getting pre-approved for a mortgage is a critical step. It’s also a tedious one. Lenders seem to want a mountain of documents and have so many {{ start_tip 124 }}requirements.{{ end_tip […]
As we approach the end of the year, many homeowners find themselves asking the question, “If we’re currently in a strong real estate market, why won’t my house sell?” Below are the 5 most common reasons why a listing contract will expire: 1. The Price Sometimes when the market is hot, homeowners attempt to set […]
Are you dragging your feet in terms of taking your kids to see Santa? While you may get scolded by some, you will get congratulated by me, as you still have the opportunity to visit Santa at the most epic spot in all of Colorado. (Trust me; neither you nor your kids will ever forget […]
The city where you plan to buy a home may offer loans with no money down. Can you buy a house with no down payment? Yes, you can. “Paying 20% down is, quite frankly, a myth,” says Karen Hoskins, vice president at NeighborWorks and bearer-of-great-news. “Most buyers pay only 5% to 10% down — some […]
Real estate is shifting to a more normal market; the days of national home appreciation topping 6% annually are over and inventories are increasing which is causing bidding wars to almost disappear. Some see these as signs that the market will soon come tumbling down as it did in 2008. As it becomes easier for […]
Ormao Dance Company 10 S. Spruce Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80905 Go enjoy an evening of family friendly Christmas fun this Friday, December 14, 2018 at 6:00 pm and another show at 7:00 pm. The Ormao students will perform to Duke Ellington’s arrangements of the classic “Nutcracker Suite”. Admission is free but reservations are required. […]
