Broadmoor World Arena 3185 Venetucci Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80906 Go out this Friday, February 2, 2018-Sunday, February 4, 2018 to the first-ever experience on ice of Cirque Du Soleil. World class ice skaters and acrobats take their new frozen playground by storm with speed. This will be a new kind of performance as Circus […]
Do you need a CPA? Or will a regular accountant do? The federal tax law signed by President Donald Trump Dec. 22, 2017, may affect home ownership tax benefits described in this article. The new law goes into effect for the 2018 tax year and generally doesn’t affect tax filings for the 2017 tax year. […]
Urban Institute recently released a report entitled, “Barriers to Accessing Homeownership,” which revealed that “eighty percent of consumers either are unaware of how much lenders require for a down payment or believe all lenders require a down payment above 5 percent.” Myth #1: “I Need a 20% Down Payment” Buyers often overestimate the down payment […]
If you are like me, you dream in food and can’t help but constantly think about your next meal. If chicken, lobster, or even a thick slice of bacon just don’t sound all that satisfying, it is time to make a trip to this rustic Colorado steakhouse that is truly a carnivore’s dream come true: […]
Mortgage loans for more than 80% loan-to-value typically require private mortgage insurance. Mortgage insurance reimburses the lender if a borrower defaults on a loan. PMI is expensive, and homeowners should be aware of how to remove it when certain conditions have been met. A borrower can request in writing for the lender to cancel the […]
A solid game plan can help you narrow your homebuying search to find the best home for you. House hunting is just like any other shopping expedition. If you identify exactly what you want and do some research, you’ll zoom in on the home you want at the best price. These eight tips will guide […]
Definitely an aggressive headline. However, as the final data on the 2017 housing market rolls in, we can definitely say one thing: If you are considering selling, IT IS TIME TO LIST YOUR HOME! How did we finish 2017? New-home sales were at their highest level in a decade. Sales of previously owned homes were […]
Memorial Park Manitou Springs 502 Manitou Avenue, Manitou Springs, CO 80829 Join local Manitoids for this old fashioned event of tossing leftover fruitcakes. Local bakers will compete for the title of Fruitcake King or Queen and then the community will decide who makes the best fruitcake! They will be available to rent for all tossers. […]
You’ve found your dream home. Make sure missteps don’t prevent a successful closing. A home purchase isn’t complete until you make it to the closing. Until then, the transaction can fall apart for many reasons. Here are five tips for avoiding mistakes that cause a home sale to crater. 1. Be truthful on your mortgage […]
Many people wonder whether they should hire a real estate professional to assist them in buying their dream homes or if they should first try to go through the buying process on their own. In today’s market: you need an experienced professional! You Need an Expert Guide If You Are Traveling a Dangerous Path The […]
