Colorado Springs Real Estate

We're beginning to see a rise in the real estate market, which compared to the previous quarter is wonderful news! With a new month means new local real estate market conditions in El Paso County, Colorado. Check out the market insights of what April looked like and how it may affect you if you are planning on selling or  buying a Colorado Springs home . Average Days On Market As of April, we still saw a lower average of inventory sitting just 31 days on the market, compared to the historically recorded 67 days. Because of a lack of inventory, homes are still selling more quickly, leaving the market looking slimmer than last year. We are seeing an increase in inventory as we gain traction into the 2nd quarter. However, the low inventory tells us this quicker sell time could continue until the market sees a surge in available properties for sale. This is great news for the seller who's hoping to move their property quickly. Listing vs. Sales Prices Sales prices as of Ma...

Spring has finally sprung! The first portion of the year proved to be a bit on the slow side in real estate due to the historically low inventory available.  But with a new month means new local real estate market conditions in El Paso County, Colorado. Check out the market insights of what February looked like and how it may affect you if you are planning on  buying a Colorado Springs home . Average Days On Market As of February, we saw a lower average of inventory sitting just 43 days on the market, compared to the historically recorded 67 days. This means because there is a lack of inventory, homes are selling more quickly, leaving the market looking pretty bare. Low inventory tells us this quicker sell time could continue until the market sees a surge in available properties for sale. This is great news for the seller who's hoping to move their property quickly. Listing vs. Sales Prices Sales prices as of February have been just a hair under listing prices, averag...

Selling your Colorado Springs home is a process many homeowners dread.  Your goal as a homeowner is to sell quickly and make as much money as possible.  Selling your home without a real estate agent may seem like the best option but in reality, it could end up costing you more than you bargained for.  Our world is changing fast and that included how we buy and sell products.  The internet has made selling your home possible without an agent, but it doesn't mean it is the best option.  Sites such as Zillow, Craigslist, and social media, have all been resources to make it possible to get your message out that your home is for sale. Social channels like Pinterest is a great idea generator for many "Do It Yourself" people. Trying to learn how to sell your home, look it up and you will find endless tools to show you how to "SAVE" money and do it yourself.  With YouTube, you can watch videos to see exactly how to sell your home from start to finish. We can go...

While initially, the main goal of selling your home is to make money, you will quickly realize that it's going to also cost you some money as well. It's a fact that it will cost some money, but that doesn't mean it has to take you by surprise. As the best real estate agents in Colorado Springs , we have put together a list of the items that may take you by surprise to help you make your plans and get prepared. Interior Painting When selling your home, if you've chosen bold or bright colors that may be more of a personal preference, you may need to repaint. If that's the case, you'll have to budget for repainting your home. If you plan on doing it yourself, you only have to budget for the cost of the paint, but if you will hire someone, you'll have to budget for their labor as well. Transfer Tax A transfer tax is the imposed tax for transfering a title. While not all states have this tax, you'll want to know if yours does so you can plan on budget...

Staging your home is a method of decorating that can showcase your home’s best assets, impress buyers, and help it to sell quickly for the highest possible price. At The MacGuire Team , we want to help you accomplish exactly that! Which is why we highly recommend staging your home. Whether it’s been on the market for a day or a year - staging can bring new life to your Colorado Springs home that can’t be achieved in most other ways. Here are a few design trends that we’ve seen on the market in 2017. The year is only half over and if you want to sell a Colorado Springs home , it’s never too late to try these! 1. Create A Gathering Place We’re seeing more and more that people are wanting a place to gather and entertain. Maybe it’s because of long work hours and too much time spent in front of electronics - but face to face gathering spaces are becoming really popular. Whether you do it indoors or out, you can create a space that is loved by the entire family and begs for them to cong...

When you're buying or selling your home, the appliances that are included are often a big concern. As a buyer, you want the appliances to be functional at the very least - if not new and in good working order. As a seller, you want your appliances to be in good condition because the buyer will be concerned about this aspect of your home. The MacGuire team realizes how important it is to make sure your home is ready to hit the market, so we have a quick and easy set of guidelines to assist you through your home appliances. Furnace This is a large appliance in your home, and buyers will be concerned with. The average lifespan of your furnace is between 15-20 years, and the average cost to replace it is about $3,880. Air Conditioner If you want to watch your potential buyers get scared and leave - show them a very old air conditioner. Your air conditioner only needs to be replaced every 10-15 years, but the average cost to replace it is $5,210. If your unit is getting older, yo...

When selling your home, there are several ways you can accomplish it - but there are some ways that are better than others. When you hire the best real estate agent in Colorado Springs we use our 25 years of experience to not just sell your home, but to sell your home at the highest price possible in the shortest amount of time. Selling your home can be an overwhelming process, but our team is ready to assist you with ALL of the details. We have a very specific selling strategy that can give us the ability to make the most of your unique selling situation and sell your home as fast as possible. Here is how we accomplish this: Condition There are a few factors that go into selling your home: condition and price. The real estate market controls the price, but you can control the condition. Our team of agents can help you prepare your property for the market with advice that is time-tested. Our comprehensive listing enhancement services provide you with professional home stagi...

"Buyers' market" and "sellers' market"... If you've ever come within ten miles of the real estate market, you've probably heard some of these (and other) real estate buzzwords used frequently. What do they really mean, though, and what impact can they have on you as your try to buy or sell your home in Colorado Springs ? The MacGuire Team is here to help you understand the differences and how to use them to your advantage. Buyers' Market In a buyers' market, the number of homes for sale in Colorado Springs greatly outweigh the number of prospective home buyers. With so many homes available, buyers are able to be more selective about the homes they pursue. Since the homes available are in greater competition with one another to be sold, the sellers may be forced to drop the price or add other incentives if they want to sell their homes quickly. This situation is called a "buyers' market" because buyers get to enjoy th...