Colorado Springs Real Estate

I hope that you are having a fantastic start to 2017. The 2016 real estate market proved to be one for the record books and I wanted to share with you a summary of the Colorado Springs Real Estate Market. A combination of historic low mortgage rates, historic low inventory, and record demand generated a wave of home buying and selling activity that we have not seen in over a decade.  Colorado Springs Real Estate 2016 was a great year, but we have even higher hopes for 2017. Take a look at these numbers to learn about the 2016 real estate market, and see our predictions for 2017. You can click on the photo below to hear a few of my thoughts about the upcoming year on this short video. Homes sold – The total number of residential properties sold were 17,510. Total sales were up 11.9% from 2015. Sales price - In the Pikes Peak region, the average sales price was up 6.5% over 2015. The average price was $267,050. Inventory -  The inventory of residential properties ...

As 2016 comes to a close and we prepare for all that 2017 will bring, we want to take a moment to introduce ourselves more. The MacGuire Team is based out of Colorado Springs, and lead by Mike MacGuire. We have been celebrating our 25th year in the industry and we love to help you find the home of your dreams, sell your home, or even relocate through our Military Cashback services. We also love where we live - Colorado Springs is an amazing place to settle down. Here are a few reasons we're the best in the industry, and why you'll love working with us. Your Colorado Springs Real Estate & Relocation Expert, Mike MacGuire When it comes to real estate, Mike MacGuire’s dedication and love for his work is evident. His business expertise and experience have been the cornerstone to his success, but it’s his enthusiasm to help his clients reach their goals that have made him a respected and sought-after real estate agent in Colorado Springs . With a staff of experts at his si...

Successful real estate requires great strategy. Like most things requiring strategies, there is a right way and a wrong way to go about it. How do you know what the "right way" is? With an experienced Colorado Spring real estate agent  on your side, finding the perfect home is easy!  The MacGuire Team is dedicated to helping people find their dream homes in Colorado Springs . We help you sleuth out your perfect home by making sure you have all the information you need about every property you tour.  We will make sure you know the answers to all of your questions, including: ?   How long has the home been on the market? ?   How many price reductions have occurred? ?   How long has the seller owned the home? ?   What did the seller pay for the home? ?   What have comparable homes sold for? ?   What should the seller be disclosing about the home? ?   What inspections should I have done? ?   How do I select a home inspect...

Move in ready ranch style home for sale in Colorado Springs located in Pine Creek boasting an open floor plan on a large lot that backs to open space! Click HERE to tour this Home for Sale in Colorado Springs . This home boasts 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 car garage and 3,304 square feet. The main level includes beautiful hardwood floors, spacious office, formal dining room, large living room with cozy fireplace and a perfectly appointed kitchen with ample cabinet and counter space, stainless steel appliances, eating area and walk-out to the large patio. Unwind in the main level master retreat with a walk-in closet and attached 5 piece bathroom. The main level also includes a spacious secondary bedroom, full bathroom and laundry room with storage. The finished basement includes a large family room, 2 spacious secondary bedrooms with walk-in closets, full bathroom and storage room. Enjoy summer gatherings on your large back patio with mature landscaping. This home also boasts views ...

For first-time home buyers or buyers who have been out of the real estate market for several years, buying a home can seem like a complicated process. There are so many small details to be handled that it's easy for home buyers to become overwhelmed.  As your trusted real estate agent for the Colorado Springs area , I'm here to help. Here are some quick answers to the questions I hear most often about buying a home. Why Should I Hire A Real Estate Agent To Represent Me? You should hire a Realtor for the same exact reason that I'm writing this blog. Real estate transactions are incredibly complex with lots of working parts. An experienced real estate agent knows what to expect and how to handle any issues that may arise, which will help make your experience of buying a home in Colorado Springs much more stress-free. How Much Money Will I Be Required To Pay Up Front? This is a common question among home buyers, but unfortunately a difficult one to answer. The a...