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Flying Horse - Colorado Springs Real Estate 2008-05-29 08:33:00 The FlyingHorse
neighborhood can be found on the northern edge of ColoradoSprings
, Colorado. Just 45 minutes to Denver, this wonderful location is ideal for commuting to Colorado Springs
Airport, Denver International Airport, and anywhere in between. Homes in Flying Horse surround one of the finest private clubs in all of Colorado Springs known as The Club at Flying Horse.
The Read more:Estate
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4 Reasons to Buy Colorado Springs Real Estate Now! 2008-05-27 14:43:00
Many genuine home buyers are sitting on the sidelines these days deciding on when to get into the ColoradoSprings
real estate market. In the end this decision will be based on many different variables depending on each person’s situation. Read more:Estate
, Reasons
Some Entertaining Photos... 2008-05-14 13:49:00 Here are a couple of photos I thought were pretty entertaining!
This home might be a little difficult to sell... Maybe they should neutralize the pink and it would be alright.
Selling a home is all about getting enough showings. Not that it would be a problem though... Read more:Entertaining
FHA Loan Limits Increased! 2008-03-06 07:21:00 The FHA loan limits have been raised to $325,000.00 in El Paso County. If you are buying a home in this price range this is great news, as all of the underwriting requirements for conventional loans have been tightening. FHA is currently not credit score driven. It is payment history driven. Read more:Limits
Fed Meets for Drastic Interest Rate Drop! 2007-09-18 12:21:00
The Fed met today and dropped the interest rate more than expected! The half percentage point drop was double of what most economists were forecasting. This is a definite step in the right direction to pull us out of the current housing slump, but no one knows for sure how the market will react. It will be interesting to see what happens in the following months. Infla Read more:Drastic
, Interest
Colorado Springs Schools In Top 25 2007-09-11 09:30:00
Relocate-America recently released their list of the top 25 cities to go to school for 2007. It does not surprise me that ColoradoSprings
made it under the top 25. There are many wonderful schools throughout all of the districts here. Their poll took into account the quality of the schools and choices in educational offerings for children. Relocate-America stated that their list was determined a Read more:Colorado Springs
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Cathedral Pines Neighborhood Information 2007-09-09 16:15:00 Cathedral
Pines is an elegant community nestled in the beautiful ponderosa pines that Black Forest is known for. Enjoy the seclusion from the hustle and bustle, but enjoy being close to the necessities. Located just 2 miles east of highway 83, Cathedral Pines is a skip away from I-25 and many other conveniences. This part of Black Forest is truly ..(read more) Read more:Neighborhood
Buyer's Market? 2007-08-13 15:57:00
Is the real estate section of your local paper filled with stories about how the real estate market in your area is slowing down? Is it taking months to sell the homes on the market? If this description fits your area, and you have been waiting for the right time to buy a house, it may be time for you to make a move. This kind of market is referred to as a "buyers' market" for a good re Read more:Buyer
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Welcome To Our New Real Estate Blog! 2007-08-10 13:47:00 I have been blogging for over a year now on many topics about Colorado Springs real estate, Monument real estate, Black Forest real estate, and Fountain real estate as well as local and national events that effect our community. I have just started this blog and will be picking up from where I left off at www.coloradorealestateresources.blogspot.com. Feel free to vi Read more:Estate
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, Welcome
2008 Colorado Springs Parade of Homes 2008-06-16 12:41:00
It's almost that time of year again! I am already getting excited about the 2008 Parade
of Homes
in ColoradoSprings
. It is always fun to see how the latest new homes in Colorado Springs
are designed. The unique architecture, landscaping, design touches, and communities showcased in the Parade tend to offer a good taste of what
Tips on Preparing a Home to Sell 2008-06-15 14:41:00
Exterior Preparations -
Keep the lawn and bushes well manicured.
Make sure that home buyers can read your address easily.
Scrape and Paint any areas where paint is peeling.
Make sure that all doors, knobs and locks operate easily/properly for showings.
Keep the sidewalks cleared and resurface defective walks or drives.
Clean up exterior of home and declutter o
Colorado Springs Real Estate At It's Best! 2008-06-17 15:24:00
The Daniels Team of RE/MAX Advantage offers a variety of real estate services in ColoradoSprings
that go beyond the ordinary! If you are looking for homes in Colorado Springs
or any other property we offer top notch buyer services. The Daniels Team definitely stands apart from many in the real estate industry when selling a ..(read more) Read more:Estate
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Beazer Homes is pulling out of Colorado! 2008-06-18 15:49:00 That's right, Beazer Homes
is pulling
out of Colorado
! They were the eighth largest new home builder in the nation when they moved into the Colorado market in 2001. They have fallen on some tough times with a full investigation on mortgage fraud and over extending into different areas. Their stocks have dropped by 80 percent to less than $7.00 a share. Beazer Homes has sai
Northeast Colorado Springs Market Report For June 2008 2008-07-12 16:27:00 Northeast ColoradoSprings
covers a large area and is encompassed by many different neighborhoods. Homes in N/E Colorado Springs can be found in a number of different price ranges. Garden Ranch, Erindale, Vista Grande, Saint Andrews, University Park, and Wagon Trails are just a few of the neighborhoods that can be found in the Northeast Colorado Springs Area. Read more:Northeast
, Market
Briargate Real Estate Market Report for June 2008 2008-07-12 15:15:00 Briargate is a wonderful master planned community in Colorado Springs covering 10,000 acres on the northern edge of Colorado Springs, Colorado. Homes in Briargate can be found in a number of different price ranges. Anderosa Heights, Charleston Place, Charter Greens, Contrails, Cordera, Fairfax, Gatehouse, Havenwood, Lexington Heights, Meadowridge, Misty Meadows, Pine Creek, Rampa Read more:Market
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Colorado Springs Market Statistics For June 2008 2008-07-09 11:01:00 Are you looking at selling your ColoradoSprings
home? Take a look at the latest stats for the El Paso County market for the month of June. Below is the graph and details for current supply & demand (market saturation). The total number of listings on market has gone down and so have total sales.
Find out how much your home is worth in this market at www.COProp Read more:Market
, Statistics
, Colorado Springs
Fort Carson Expanding Buffer Zone 2008-07-09 05:50:00
Fort Carson
plans on expanding the buffer zone between Fort Carson and the Rancho Colorado area by purchasing land from current property owners. The best part is that the land will be purchased by the federal government without the use of county tax dollars or eminent domain. The El Paso County Board of Commissioners is involved in the approvals of the purchases where willing sellers wi Read more:Buffer
Evaluating Neighborhoods in Colorado Springs 2008-07-08 16:18:00 Are you getting ready to look at homes for sale in ColoradoSprings
and surrounding areas? This is a good time to choose which neighborhoods or areas you plan to buy in. Some of you may know exactly what areas you would like to live in. If you are not sure it will require some detailed research on areas and neighborhoods. Now is a good time to create a homebuyer check Read more:Colorado Springs
Government Suspends Waiting Period For Home "Flippers"! 2008-06-30 07:23:00
The Bush administration has temporarily suspended a rule that imposes a 90 day waiting period before government backed loans can be provided on foreclosure homes and other distressed properties. This rule has been around for about 5 years, and was put in place to deter property flipping schemes, where buyers are overcharged for foreclosures or other distressed ..(read m Read more:Government
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Home Loan Pre-Qualification vs. Pre-Approval 2008-07-28 10:42:00
Pre-Qualification is the first step in the mortgage financing process. You will answer a few questions to provide the lender with a quick idea of your income, existing debt, total savings and information on any co-borrowers.
A Pre-Approval
is a much stronger documentation as it is in writing and shows that you have the full support of the lender. It means the ..(read m
Colorado Springs Named America’s Most Dog Friendly City! 2008-07-25 07:14:00
The world's most commonly read dog magazine, Dog Fancy, has named ColoradoSprings
, Colorado, the 2008 winner of DogTown USA. DogTown USA is a national competition in which Dog Fancy readers nominate America
's most dog-friendly city. They look at the number of dog friendly open spaces, dog parks, events for dogs and dog owners, vet to dog ratios, abundant pet supply and other services, and m Read more:Friendly
, Colorado Springs
Northgate Colorado Springs Market Report For June 2008 2008-07-22 10:38:00 Northgate ColoradoSprings
is a wonderful area on the north end of Colorado Springs that has been popular for easy commutes and nice amenties. Homes in NGT Colorado Springs can be found in a number of different price ranges. Abert Estates, Falcons Nest, Falcon View, Read more:Market
Northwest Colorado Springs Market Report For June 2008 2008-07-12 16:44:00 Northwest ColoradoSprings
is a beautiful area nestled into the foothills on the north end of Colorado Springs bodering the southern boundary of the Air Force Academy. Homes in N/W Colorado Springs can be found in a number of different price ranges. Discovery, Rockrimmon, Mountain Shadows, Peregrine, Pinecliff, Woodman Oaks and Woodstone are just a few of Read more:Market
, Northwest
Colorado Springs Parade of Homes 2008-07-29 09:00:00
It's that time of year again! I am already getting excited about the 2008 Parade
of Homes
in ColoradoSprings
. It is always fun to see how the latest new homes in Colorado Springs
are designed. The unique architecture, landscaping, design touches, and communities showcased in the Parade of Homes tend to offer a good taste of what
Black Forest Real Estate Market Report For July 2008 2008-08-26 10:44:00 The beautiful BlackForest
area on the northern edge of Colorado Springs was named by a German immigrant who noticed a striking resemblance with the many Ponderosa Pines found here and Germany's own famous Black Forest
. 200,000 acres make up the large area in Black Forest, Colorado Springs. Homes in Black Forest can be found in a number of different styles and price ranges. Cathedral Pin Read more:Estate
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Northgate Colorado Springs Market Report For July 2008 2008-08-25 10:28:00
Northgate ColoradoSprings
is a wonderful area on the north end of Colorado Springs that has been popular for easy commutes and nice amenties. Homes in NGT Colorado Springs can be found in a number of different price ranges. Abert Estates, Falcons Nest, Falcon View, Read more:Market
Northwest Colorado Springs Market Report For July 2008 2008-08-25 09:52:00 NorthwestColoradoSprings
is a beautiful area nestled into the foothills on the north end of Colorado Springs bodering the southern boundary of the Air Force Academy. Homes in N/W Colorado Springs can be found in a number of different price ranges. Discovery, Rockrimmon, Mountain Shadows, Peregrine, Pinecliff, Woodman Oaks and Woodstone are just a few of Read more:Market
Northeast Colorado Springs Market Report For July 2008 2008-08-25 09:37:00 NortheastColoradoSprings
covers a large area and is encompassed by many different neighborhoods. Homes in N/E Colorado Springs can be found in a number of different price ranges. Garden Ranch, Erindale, Vista Grande, Saint Andrews, University Park, and Wagon Trails are just a few of the neighborhoods that can be found in the Northeast Colorado Springs Area. Read more:Market