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Your Investment Property in the Worst of Times
To the extent possible, buy based on the worst of times, not the best. Rental properties are a hot topic right now in Fort Collins. Rents are up, vacancies are down, and interest rates are historically low. At this point in history, it would appear the purchase...
Superficial vs. Enduring
As we see it, you can make two types of improvements to your home — we'll call them "Superficial" and "Enduring." A "superficial" change/improvement could be new paint, countertops, or floor coverings. What we're calling an...
6839 Avondale Rd
Condo/Townhome Insurance: What You Should Know
If you're buying a condo, townhome, or patio home in an HOA, part of your monthly HOA fee typically goes toward the Master insurance policy (sometimes called the Hazard policy). This policy usually covers each unit from the "studs out"—the exterior and shared areas...
Everything Sellers Need to Know About Home Inspections
Once you are under contract, an inspection will be scheduled. Here are some thoughts on how the process works and some things you might consider doing/not doing leading up to and during the inspection. The inspection will usually take 3 to 4 hours, depending on the...
Better Safe Than Sorry
Fortunately, as far as we know, we’ve never had a problem with theft at our listings, but there are plenty of stories out there of sellers who have. Before showings begin, we suggest removing or securing anything of value, any documents that have an account or...
2525 Romeldale Ln
Electronic Driver’s Licenses in Colorado
We just went through the process of creating an electronic ID for ourselves with the myColorado mobile app. The process was mostly intuitive and easy. From what we've read, this form of ID will be legal in Colorado as of December 1, 2019. It is also our understanding...