Colorado Springs Real Estate

Buying a home in Colorado Springs can save you money if you are currently renting.  Interest rates on mortgages are still very low while rent typically continues to rise. There are many reasons people choose to rent and for some, it may be the best option.  If you have the option to buy versus renting, you may be able to save yourself money in the long run.  Calling one of our  experienced Colorado Springs real estate agent s is your first step in the home buying process.  Our team can assist you with all questions related to the buying process from start to finish.  As a first-time home buyer, understanding the benefits of buying a home versus renting is crucial in taking the next step.  Here are three reasons  buying a Colorado Springs home  is more affordable than renting. Rent Continues To Climb While Mortgage Rates Are Still Low In 2018, rent prices continue to rise and mortgage interest rates are still at very low rates. ...

Buying a home in Colorado Springs can be an exciting time, especially if it is your first home.  Calling one of our  experienced Colorado Springs real estate agent s is your first step in the home buying process.  Our team can assist with all questions related to the buying process from start to finish.  As a first time home buyer, understanding all the costs when buying a home can be confusing.  As you budget for all the costs involved with  buying a Colorado Springs home , here are some items you can't overlook. Earnest Money Earnest money is not a fee but shows sellers you are ready and committed to buying a home.  Our team can assist you in coming up with the right amount to put down as earnest money, but this amount will be put towards the closing cost or returned.  Some people budget 1% to put into earnest money based off the amount they are willing to spend on a home.  Down Payment It is always best to have a 20% d...

Walking through your home before finalizing the purchase can seem like a basic task, but it really shouldn't be taken lightly. Before you sign on the dotted line, it's important to take a very thorough walkthrough around the home to make sure that everything is as you expect it and that you aren't getting any surprises on the move-in day. Because we realize that responsibility and necessity in this task, your Colorado Springs real estate agents  and the MacGuire Team would like to provide you with a quick checklist to keep you on track. Inspect the Repairs Did you request repairs when you first put in your offer? It's important to verify that those repairs were completed before you officially purchase your home. You'll want to schedule your final walkthrough in advance of your closing day to verify that the sellers have completed their list, and are making progress on moving out and getting the place ready. You'll also want to check and make sure that any g...

Stunning Cordera home for sale in Colorado Springs featuring uncompromised attention to detail, beautiful finishes and luxurious amenities situated on a walk-out lot with sweeping views of Pikes Peak & the Front Range. Click HERE to tour this Home for Sale in Colorado Springs . Welcoming foyer with gleaming hardwood floors draws you into the living room featuring a gas fireplace with custom tile hearth & built-in cabinets. The kitchen overlooks the living room and is adjacent to the dining room making a perfect flow for entertaining. The gourmet kitchen boasts Jenn-Air appliances, gas stove with hood, double ovens, quartz counters, Aristokraft cabinets with pullouts, large pantry & dining nook. Walk out to the covered deck and overlook the Cordera Grand Lawn & mountain views. The formal dining room is beautifully appointed with stunning chandelier & bump-out for extra space. French doors lead to the office, ideally situated for a quiet work space. The sprawli...

Whether you're buying a home for the first time, or you've been buying real estate since you got your first checking account - there are a few tricks of the trade that only local real estate agents will know. I've been selling real estate in the Colorado Springs area for over 25 years, and you could say I've learned a thing or two from this incredible experience. Here are three things I think you need to know about before buying a home in Colorado Springs. 1. Know Where You Want to Go There are over 20 communities in the Colorado Springs area, and it's important that you know exactly where you need to be. Whether you choose your location based on your work or school commute, or you pick because of the scenery and opportunities for extracurricular activities, if you know what you need from the area that you are settling into, it will make the buying process much easier. If you don't know where you want to go, don't worry. The MacGuire Team is here to...

In 2016, Colorado Springs was named the fifth-best place to live by U.S. News and World Report. The high quality of life, low cost of living, low unemployment, and our beautiful natural wonders and proximity to the mountains are just a few of the amazing factors of living here. Last week, we covered a few of the local communities that help us to Love Where We Live in Part One of our series. This week, we're going to give you some insight into a few more communities that make up our beautiful town. Northgate The Northgate area is located at the northern edge of Colorado Springs, near the Northgate of the United States Air Force Academy. This is a fast growing area with newer developments offering proximity to “The Club at Flying Horse”, Pikes Peak Community College, movie theaters, restaurants, and shopping.  Schools: District 20 Northwest This area starts just north of the Garden of The Gods Park and extends to the southern boundary of the United States Air Force Acad...

Buying a home doesn't have to be an intimidating process, in fact, it can be an extremely rewarding, and adventurous endeavor that you really can enjoy. From beginning to end you will overcome obstacles, find personal success, and eventually find the home of your dreams in Colorado Springs. Buying a home can be very rewarding, and a great learning experience. If you're ready to take the leap and purchase your first home, we would be honored to help you find a place that fits your needs, and you'll be making the right choice by hiring the best real estate agent in Colorado Springs . Here are a few things to keep in mind to make buying a home a great experience. Get a Real Estate Agent One of the first steps you'll take in buying a home is finding the best real estate company in Colorado Springs . This is an important step because, while you can do most of the house buying on your own, it can be challenging to know what the best steps are, and it really helps when y...

Promoted as “the leading real estate and rental marketplace dedicated to empowering consumers with data, inspiration and knowledge,” Zillow has rapidly become a go-to source for buyers and sellers alike. Zillow does an amazing job displaying photos of homes for sale with the ease of a simple search. Regrettably, the real estate data provided by Zillow is notoriously inaccurate and inconsistent. What many consumers don’t realize, however, is that Zillow is first and foremost a lead generation tool for real estate professionals. Under the perception that they are “invisible,” buyers and sellers eagerly surf through “Zestimates,” while at the same time Zillow is capturing whatever data is entered during these searches and selling it to local REALTORS®. When a property is listed for sale, the data hits the local Multiple Listing Service (MLS), in a matter of minutes. But, it can take as long as nine days to populate on nationally syndicated sites like Zillow or Trulia. A study by Re...