Buying

2 Jan

How to Save for a Down Payment

Whether you’re saving for a down payment or simply want to grow your bank account, try these tips to save money at home.

8 Nov

Choose a REALTOR®: The Local Expert

REALTORS® are local experts. Because they live and work in Colorado neighborhoods, they have insider information that can help home buyers and sellers looking to move to that area. Their knowledge about the neighborhoods, schools, services, and culture, on top of real estate experience, make them incredibly valuable.

1 Nov

Colorado House Flipping 101

You know the formula — buy an “okay” home with good bones, update with modern finishes, then put it back on the market and collect the profits. Sounds simple, right? Success stories and popular television shows make house flipping seem tempting to many home buyers. But what does it really take to flip a house?

4 Oct

How to Find the Right Real Estate Agent for You

If you’re considering buying or selling a home, finding the right agent can be daunting. A successful home buying and selling experience has a lot to do with finding an agent that is a good fit for you. But how do you find the best agent for you?

26 Sep

Utility Costs Got You Down?

The things we love about Colorado – the changing seasons, the snowy days, the warm summers – can make planning for utility costs a challenge. With UtilityScore, house hunters can find estimates for monthly utility costs of a home for sale.

4 Sep

These Features Make a Luxury Home in Colorado

How do Colorado home buyers define a “luxury” home? It’s not always straightforward.

24 Aug

Luxury Living: Downsizing in Denver

Looking to downsize but not sure which amenities to keep and which ones to let go? We asked our network of approximately 25,000 real estate professionals which luxury features those looking to downsize were most likely to hang on to.

16 Aug

Searching for a Pet-Friendly Rental or Home

For pet lovers across Colorado, finding a pet-friendly home to rent or purchase is a very important decision. As you search for homes that meet your family’s needs, don’t forget about your pets! Search for these four factors to ensure you find a pet-friendly home.

25 Jul

Beer or Down Payment? How Much Denver Homebuyers Need to Save

For many first time home buyers, saving enough money for a down payment is a big challenge. How can you save enough money to put 20% down on a home in Denver?

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23 Jul

Best Colorado Cities for First Time Home Buyers

When buying a first home, home buyers know that location plays an important role. The neighborhood you choose is every bit as important as the house itself.