With this super-simple breakdown of loan types, you won’t get overwhelmed — you’ll find the right mortgage. When it comes to buying a house, most people know what they prefer: a bungalow or a condo, a hot neighborhood or a sleepy street. Mortgages, too, come in many styles — and recognizing which type you should […]
Home Inspection and what to expect
You made an offer and it was accepted. Your next task is to have the home inspected prior to closing. Agents often recommend you make your offer contingent upon a clean home inspection. This contingency allows you to renegotiate the price you offered for the home, ask the sellers to cover repairs, or in some […]
Cost of Waiting to Buy
Free museums?
With its famous ski slopes, world-class resorts, and must-visit restaurants and attractions, Colorado has earned a reputation for being a fun, albeit expensive place to live or visit. Fortunately, there are still a few places that are affordable and some that are even free, including these 7 little-known Colorado museums:
My tenant actually paid for the home for me
In a recent rental investment class, one of the students said that he had a property where the tenant had been there for over 25 years. The class was amazed but not as much as his next statement “My tenant actually paid for the home for me.” Each payment on an amortized loan pays the […]
Sponges should be replaced
Hot tub on your deck?
Evaluate the cost of purchasing, installing, and maintaining an outdoor spa to decide if it’s a worthwhile addition to your deck. Hot tubs and spas come in an array of shapes and sizes, and can be equipped with scores of accessories. Accordingly, they have a wide range of prices. Choosing the right spa depends on […]
Homeowners happy renters not so much
When people talk about homeownership and the American Dream, much of the conversation revolves around the financial benefits of owning a home. However, two recent studies show that the non-financial benefits might be even more valuable. In a recent survey, Bank of America asked homeowners: “Does owning a home make you happier than renting?” 93% […]
Mortgage Delays
Check out the beautiful fall colors this weekend
City of Cripple Creek 200 E. Bennett Avenue, Cripple Creek, CO 80813 Don’t miss The Big Aspen Happnnin’ Fall Festival event this Saturday, September 28, 2019 from 9:00 am-8:00 pm and Sunday, September 29, 2019 from 9:00 am-6:00 pm. This will be the best time to see the beautiful fall colors on the trees! There […]