Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum 215 S. Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 This event is for all ages! You will explore the El Paso County Courthouse that was built in 1903. There will be craft making, interacting with historic figures, performances and activities for the Fall season. There will be hot chocolate, cupcakes, carnival games […]
Archives: October 2019
Selecting an agent
When a whole lobster was presented at the table of a restaurant, the customer noticed there was only one claw on it. He asked what happened to the lobster and the waiter said, maybe he lost a fight with another lobster. The customer replied to the explanation by saying “then, bring me the winner.” There […]
Basement flooring
Learn how to keep moisture and humidity away from your basement floor during a basement floor remodel. Although moisture problems can be a concern for basement finishes, there are many types of flooring that are ideal for basement applications. The key to successful basement flooring installations is to ensure that the basement is dry and […]
All about FICO scores and buying a home
While a recent announcement from CNBC shares that the average national FICO® score has reached an all-time high of 706, the good news for potential buyers is that you don’t need a score that high to qualify for a mortgage. Let’s unpack the credit score myth so you can to become a homeowner sooner than […]
Right price for a rental
The selfie museum just opened up!
Selfies… are you for them or annoyed by them? While I know some people who go way overboard with pictures of themselves, I also wish I felt more confident in my selfie-taking ability. Do you know the feeling? Whether you are a novice or a selfie expert, the brand-new Denver Selfie Museum promises to take […]
Little known facts about FHA mortgages
FHA loans are available for one to four family unit properties with one unit being owner-occupied. The minimum down payment for an FHA loan is 3.5%. FHA has a minimum credit score of 500 to 579 but it requires a 10% down payment. Not all lenders are willing to make loans to borrowers with lower […]
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Keep your home spotless when it’s for sale
Drive off with the laundry. You don’t want buyers’ noses to detect your dirties. When your house is on the market, keeping it picture-perfect can be a wee bit stressful. But it is possible to keep your home show-ready while life goes on. Here are seven cleaning tips on how to do it. #1 Invest in Clear Bins […]
3 Signs the Housing Market Is on the Rebound
The residential real estate market has been plodding along for most of the year. However, three recent reports show the market may be on the verge of a rebound: 1. Existing Home Sales (closed sales) are up, marking two consecutive months of growth. 2. Pending Home Sales (contracts signed) are up with each of the […]