10 Things to Avoid When Applying For A Loan

The lending environment has changed drastically over the past three years.  Now more than ever, lenders are very nervous to lend money and are tightening their guidelines.  The process to obtaining financing for a home is extremely difficult and often times painful.  I have listed below actions to avoid before applying for a mortgage loan … More 10 Things to Avoid When Applying For A Loan

Best iPhone/iPad Apps for Home Buyers in Metro Denver, CO

10 best iPhone/iPad apps to help homes buyers in Metro Denver, CO: Denver Real Estate Kentwood – Search for homes in Metro Denver CalcsPro – Mortgage Calculator Trulia – Search for homes & rentals in the US Around Me – Find out information about your surroundings Google Earth –  View your surroundings Walk Score – Calculates … More Best iPhone/iPad Apps for Home Buyers in Metro Denver, CO

How to: Minimize Closing Delays

Recently, Realtor Magazine published an article called “Clearing the Closing Hurdles.”  This article named the 5 of the most common problems that are causing closing delays.  They are: Financing falls through at the last minute Appraised value doesn’t support contracted sales price New lending and closing regulations create delays Title can’t be transferred at closing … More How to: Minimize Closing Delays

9 Things I Wish I Would Have Known Before Starting a Renovation Project

My husband and I own a home built in the 1950’s and have been fixing it up over the last 4 years.  If you are thinking of purchasing a home that needs major remolding or repairs, here are 9 things I wish I would have thought about or known before I purchased a home that needed … More 9 Things I Wish I Would Have Known Before Starting a Renovation Project