Buyers

We are here for you - from first-time homebuyers to seasoned real estate entrepreneurs, no matter how long it takes we aren’t done until you have the keys. There are numerous steps when buying real estate, it is imperative to work with an experienced and responsive real estate team. We’d appreciate the opportunity to earn your business.

  • Meet with a mortgage lender (or a few lenders) to find out what you can afford. The lender will want to know your debts, assets, credit score, income, and a few other tidbits to best determine your purchasing power. Once you know your price range you can hire a Realtor® to begin the process of finding your next home.

  • Your Realtor® will help you search for properties - through their local MLS (Multiple Listing Service) they have access to properties the moment they come on the market. Many buyers also search for their next home on other home sites, as well as attend open houses, or keep their eyes peeled for any for sale by owner properties. Regardless of where you find the property, ask your Realtor® for more information or to set up a showing to see the property in person.

  • Setting up showings requires coordination of your schedule, the seller’s schedule, and our availability. Typically scheduling showings 24 hours in advance is ideal, but sometimes you need to move more quickly - in those cases, we can meet you there within the hour. It is possible to schedule a showing on just one property, or we can set up a time block in order to see multiple properties in one session.

  • You will find out from your mortgage lender how much you will need for your down payment and loan closing costs. You also may be responsible to pay for a loan closing fee, real estate closing fee, recording fees, and prorated items such as taxes and any Home Owner Association fees. As a buyer you typically do not pay any Realtor® commission fees – that is often the responsibility of the seller.

  • We work with clients for anywhere between 30 days to over a year to find the property that best meets their needs. There are many variables when purchasing real estate, the timeframe really varies widely situation to situation. It can happen as fast or as slow as you and the market dictates. Once you get your offer accepted by a seller you can expect to own that property in 30 to 45 days.

  • You are not required to get a home inspection, but we highly recommend them to our clients. Typically you can pay between $350 and $550 to get a full inspection report on the conditions that currently exist at a property. Buying real estate is a big investment and a big commitment, finding out in advance about any underlying issues that may exist at the property is a smart business decision.

Sellers

You can count on us to give guidance and share our expertise as you consider selling your property. If it is your first time selling real estate, or you’ve been down this road before, we are committed to ensuring it's a smooth process that meets your expectations and beyond.

 

  • Interview and hire a Realtor® - an experienced subject matter expert that you can trust. And the first question you must answer with whoever you hire is, in the current market, what is your property worth? Getting a market analysis on your property is a critical step in the selling process.

  • Absolutely! We have worked with out of town sellers as well as homeowners that have already moved away from the area. Throughout the process we will communicate with you by phone, video chat, email, or text - whichever you prefer.

  • You only have one opportunity to make a first impression - and this counts with selling your house as well. Photographing well is key to getting buyers through your front door. Here are a few tips to get you started:

    • Clear clutter from tables, counters, and shelves in each room - you want buyers to focus on the property, not personal belongings.

    • Remove the majority, if not all, of your personal photographs and memorabilia so buyers can envision themselves at the property.

    • Wash windows inside and out - there is nothing more distracting than windows you can not see through.

    • Replace all burnt-out lightbulbs, non-functioning bulbs stand out like a sore thumb in photographs.

  • There are several factors that influence the number of initial showings at a property: price range, time of year, competition, state of the market, curb appeal, etc. Priced appropriately, advertised effectively with high-quality professional photography, and a strong market will provide a busy first 2 weeks with multiple showings.

  • As a seller in the state of Colorado, you can expect to pay title insurance, title fees, closing fees, recording fees, release fees, and real estate commissions. The specific values associated with each of these costs vary by property but you can estimate to pay closing costs that are about 8 to 10% of the total purchase price.