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5 Great Reasons Why Buying a Home During the Winter Makes Sense
Are you thinking about buying a home on the Western Slope of Colorado? You might wonder if winter is the right time. It turns out, winter might just be the perfect season to find your cozy dream home. Here are five great reasons why winter is a smart time for buying a home in places [...]
5 Tips for Getting the Best Home Buying Deal During a Seller’s Market on the Western Slope of Colorado
Photo by Andrea Piacquadio: https://www.pexels.com/photo/crop-businessman-giving-contract-to-woman-to-sign-3760067/ If you're looking to buy a home on the Western Slope of Colorado, you may have noticed that it's currently a seller's market. That means there are more buyers than there are available homes, and home sellers are in a position of power. But don't let [...]
Homebuyers Beware: Top 3 Things That Could Cause You to LOSE YOUR DEPOSIT!
An earnest money deposit is substantial, so buyers should know what will cause their money to be forfeited, and how to avoid (or leverage!) those instances.
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The First Deal Fell Apart. Here’s How We Still Sold This Grand Junction Home in 30 Days
A Grand Junction seller's first deal collapsed over a roof she couldn't afford. How the Cowan Home Team found a cash buyer and closed in about 30 days.
How to Price Your Home in Grand Junction’s Balanced Market
The short version: In today's balanced Grand Junction market, the best way to price your home is to start from recent nearby sales, adjust honestly for condition and buyer appeal, and avoid aggressive pricing above the market. Then watch buyer response closely and adapt quickly after you list. Understanding today's Grand Junction market Grand Junction [...]
How Higher Mortgage Rates Affect the Real Cost of Buying a Home in Western Colorado
The short version: Higher mortgage rates raise both your monthly payment and the total cost of buying a home, but buyers in Western Colorado can offset a good part of that with smart negotiation, down payment assistance, and realistic timing. How higher mortgage rates change the cost of buying a home When mortgage rates climb, [...]