Colorado Springs Real Estate

Buying your first home can be a huge step in your life, and the Mike MacGuire team is here to help you every step of the way. From getting approved for your mortgage to learning how to negotiate with a seller, there are many tricks of the trade that an experienced real estate agent in Colorado Springs can help you with. Before you start the home buying process, you may want to ask yourself a few questions to see if you're ready for this next step in life. Have You Saved a Down Payment? Your down payment can be substantial, and in many cases, you can't borrow your down payment. You can, however, come up with the money in many other creative ways. If you are newly engaged, instead of asking for wedding gifts, you can use websites like Hatch My House , and suggest that friends and family help you with your down payment or mortgage in lieu of gifts. How Much Can I Afford? This is a very important detail to figure out before choosing a specific home. We suggest that you g...

Since the 1950's only 58% of Coloradans owned their own home. Since then, 70% now own their own Colorado home. While owning your own home can be considered the American dream, it could have been challenging in the past for people to buy their first home. In 2016, we believe that it's going to be easier than ever to  purchase a Colorado home . Here are six reasons to keep your eyes open and consider purchasing a home this year. Interest Rates Are Still Low While it may be hard to imagine, in 1981, interest rates hit a high of 18.45% for a 30 year fixed mortgage. Today, many rates hover around 4% depending on your lender and your current income and credit score. The interest rates could change at any point in time, meaning that this is a great time to take advantage of them. Rent is Through the Roof While homeowners are lucky and don't have to worry about rent cost - renters aren't so fortunate. In the last twelve months, rent prices have gone up, and it's p...

Immaculate 2-story home for sale in Colorado Springs with walk-out basement backing to Cottonwood Creek.  Click HERE to tour this home for sale in Colorado Springs . This remodeled home boasts 4 BR, 3 BA, 2 car garage and over 2100 square feet. Bamboo floors lead you through the main level with vaulted dining room, cozy living room with fireplace and kitchen.  The remodeled kitchen features tile counters, custom cabinets with pull-out drawers and upgraded appliances.  A bedroom with walk-in closet and updated full bathroom complete the main level.  Unwind in the spacious master suite featuring an adjoining bathroom, huge closets and sitting area. The newly remodeled walkout basement provides a family room with gaming/craft area, 2 bedrooms and bathroom. Take in the Front Range views from the large Trex deck with wrought iron railings. The large backyard offers mature trees, 45x30 concrete patio with fire pit and gate access to Cottonwood Walking Trail. Great...

Winter in Colorado Springs is a spectacular and fun time. If you are relocating to Colorado Springs , don't be afraid of the winter temperatures and snow. There are many fun activities for you and your whole family to enjoy - and they'll help make winter your favorite time of the year. From dog sledding to ice skating, check out these exciting ways to enjoy living in Colorado Springs ! Ice Climbing An adventurous way to enjoy the Colorado winter is to go ice climbing. Climbing up the Colorado mountains is an exhilarating experience, and it offers a whole new world compared to climbing in the summer. If you and your family are looking for fun ways to enjoy the winter weather, consider grabbing some gear and learning all about this exciting sport. Snowmobiling Not only can you experience the thrill of racing down the mountainside at high speeds, but you can also enjoy the beautiful scenery. Snowmobiling is popular in Colorado, and there are miles and miles of trails in ne...

Staging your home can make all the difference in selling your home quickly. Staging is when you set your home up for success by arranging the furniture, cleaning, and creating a space for people to easily imagine themselves living in. This step can be extremely valuable when you want to sell your home quickly. Here are a few tips to help ensure that your home staging in Colorado Springs can be successful. Deep Clean One of the best things you can do to improve your staging is to clean everything. The idea to make everything look like new, from your kitchen appliances to your bathroom fixtures. When people come to tour your home, they don't want to see last night's spaghetti sauce on the backsplash, or kids sticky finger prints on the windows. If you only have time to hit the important areas, make sure the kitchen and the bathrooms are first on the list. Making these areas spotless will help create good first impressions. Declutter Clutter will make your home loo...

Winter isn't the most popular time to purchase a home, but it can be a great time to get what you’re looking for without the competition or the high prices. Both buyers and sellers tend to be more serious during the winter as well, which can mean there is less “window shopping." Here are a few reasons that you should consider buying a home in the winter months. There May Be Less Competition Winter can be a great time to buy your home because there can be less competition. Many people will choose to buy a home during the warmer spring and summer months. The weather is nicer and easier to tour the homes, and the landscapes offer more curb appeal. While buying a home in the winter months may not be as convenient, you may be glad when there aren’t many other people putting offers on the best home in Colorado Springs ! You Can Learn More About the Home You can potentially learn more about the flaws in a home during the winter. From leaks in the roof and gutters, or possibl...

The holiday season is upon us, and we don't want you to miss out on any of the fun Colorado Springs Christmas events ! From theater productions to elegant dining experiences, there are so many reasons to get out and enjoy the Christmas season here in Colorado. A Classic Broadmoor Christmas - Through December 27th Visit www.Broadmoor.com for more information. Sleigh Rides and Dinner at M Lazy C Ranch - through December 2015 Call 719-748-3398 for more information. A Tuna Christmas at the Milibo Art Theatre - through December 27th. For more information call 719-465-6321 Irving Berlin's White Christmas at the Fine Arts Center - through January 3rd. Call 719-272-7078 for more information about performances and matinees. Christmas at Broadmoor Seven Falls - through February 28th, 2016 Call 855-923-7272 for more information. Christmas Carol at the Simpich Showcase - through December 31st Visit their website for more information: www.Simpich.com 2015 Kwanzaa Ce...