Posts in Buying
Reading the Real Estate Tea Leaves

Is it too easy to get a mortgage these days? Is money too cheap? are we heading to another crash? Recent articles about the availability of low down-payment loans and down payment assistance programs are causing concern that we’re returning to the bad habits of a decade ago. Let’s alleviate the fears about the current mortgage market.

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5 Buyer Resources to navigate Denver's Property Market with ease

Whether you're a Colorado 'native' or have just recently moved to town, finding a property in a new area can be overwhelming. With so many sites to gather info from, I've picked 5 of my go-to’s to help you navigate the city's neighborhoods - from school districts, crime reports and what's happening around town. Plus the only home search app you should have on your phone!

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Rent vs Own by the numbers

If you’ve been putting off buying in favor of renting, this table shows you what you could afford to buy based on the rent you’re paying. It also illustrates the huge impact of interest rates on your buying power. To state the obvious, tick tock, the longer you wait, the more likely our historically low interest rates will rise and the less you can afford to buy.

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Pre-Approved vs Pre-Qualified - the ins and outs

When it comes to buying property in a hot property market like Denver, the spoils go to buyers ready to make a strong offer as soon as possible. Top of that list is confirmation from a lender of how much you can actually borrow, and as such, pay for a property. There are two ways to do this. Pre-Qualification and Pre-Approval - here’s the low-down!

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Money, BuyingTracey Gobey