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The new Property Search tool that Acquire Homes, Inc. has added to their website is a great tool when finding homes for sale in Colorado Springs.
Read → May 25, 2013Tips and Tools
Real Estate Agents are so Annoying, Aren’t They?
When it comes to buying and selling real estate in the Colorado Springs area, There are a lot of people who look at real estate agents with a slanted eye. I mean, anyone can get a real estate license, besides, real estate agents are really annoying, aren’t they? They are
Read → November 05, 2012
Reading the Foreclosure Lists
In order to help you find the best deals that come available, we have had to watch the market for homes before they hit the market as REO/bank owned listings. The lists provided are the lists we get 20 hours before the foreclosure sale. All properties that are foreclosed will
Read → February 03, 2012Foreclosure process and purchasing windows:
Foreclosure process and purchasing windows: There are several windows of opportunity in which to purchase a good deal. Explaining the foreclosure process will help you in determining when to buy or wait for another buying window. The windows are: Resale, Short Sale, Foreclosure Auction, Offer Direct to Bank or finally
Read → February 03, 2012Your Credit History
As part of the loan application process, virtually all lenders will want to see a copy of your credit report. The report will list all your long-term debts (credit cards, mortgage payments, automobile and student loans, etc), as well as your payment history. If you don’t have a copy of
Read → February 03, 2012Getting Your Finances in Order
Getting Your Finances in Order A crucial step in starting your search for a new home is having a clear idea of your financial situation. By getting a handle on your income, expenses and debts, you’ll have a much better idea of what you can afford and how much you’ll
Read → February 03, 2012How Much Can You Afford?
Understanding how much you can afford is one of the most important rules of home buying. Depending on your individual situation, your budget can affect everything from the neighborhoods where you look, to the size of the house, and even what type of financing you choose. Bear in mind, however,
Read → February 03, 2012All About Adjustable-Rate Mortgages
Adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) differ from fixed-rate mortgages in that the interest rate and monthly payment can change over the life of the loan. ARMs also generally have lower introductory interest rates vs. fixed-rate mortgages. Before deciding on an ARM, key factors to consider include how long you plan to own
Read → February 03, 2012When Should You Pay Points on a Loan?
When it comes to comparing interest rates for a mortgage loan, homebuyers often have the option of choosing a loan with a lower interest rate by paying points. Simply put, a point is equal to 1 percent of the loan amount. For example, with a $100,000 loan, one point equals
Read → February 03, 2012How Mortgage Loans Work
Excluding property taxes and insurance, a traditional fixed-rate mortgage payment consist of two parts: (1) interest on the loan and (2) payment towards the principal, or unpaid balance of the loan. Many people are surprised to learn, however, that the amount you pay towards interest and principal varies dramatically over
Read → February 03, 2012
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