For the uninhibited, and even the more experienced among us, the home buying process can seem utterly overwhelming. With so many moving parts, a sizable amount of money hanging in the balance and a wealth of advice online (both good and bad), its hard to know what to believe.

But, that’s why we’re here.

Today, we’d like to cover a few of the more common questions that we see coming up all the time in Colorado Springs. Our goal is always to help get you started on the road to home ownership while making the whole experience as enjoyable as possible.

Should I talk to a mortgage lender before I start to look at houses?

Short Answer: Definitely.

Especially in today’s heated Colorado Springs real estate market, conditions are benefitting the…

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Home inspections are, more often than not, among the last steps in any home buying process. Before a sale closes, a home inspection allows prospective buyers to get a trusted professional to really “look under the hood” of the property for sale, and identify any large, outstanding issues.

So, for those brand new to the home buying process, or those individuals who are simply in need of a refresher, here are all the things you’ve ever wanted to know about home inspections.

What is included in a typical home inspection?

From the roof to the foundation, most home inspections will include a thorough visual inspection of the structures and most common systems within a home.

This typically includes:

  • the heating system
  • central air…

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Colorado Springs is a fast-growing, dynamic city. No longer Denver's little brother, the city has a whole lot to offer homebuyers through its eclectic, beautiful and diverse selection of neighborhoods.

Today, we'll just be scratching the surface as we feature these 4 Colorado Springs neighborhoods you should know about.

Briargate

Briargate is consistently ranked among the most popular neighborhoods throughout the entire city of Colorado Springs. The large and largely residential area takes up a sizable swath in the Northern part of the city. More than a single neighborhood, Briargate now represents an entire growing segment of the city, with many sub-areas awaiting exploration.

Development began in earnest in the Briargate neighborhood in the…

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