Colorado Springs Real Estate Info2008-12-02T07:56:20Zhttp://springsreblog.com/atom.aspxQuick BlogcastNew FHA loan limits for Colorado Springstag:springsreblog.com,2008-03-06:4e7ce2eb-b30a-472c-830d-1174b4b7b147Carey Real Estate Consultant2008-03-06T11:10:44Z2008-03-06T11:03:00ZThe new limits should bring more buyers into the marketplace and help increase the already strong 2008 sales. 

You can see the most of Colorado below:



MSA Name County Name State One-Family Two-Family Three-Family Four-Family Last Revised
DENVER-AURORA, CO (MSA)   ADAMS CO $406,250 $520,050 $628,650 $781,250 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   ALAMOSA CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
DENVER-AURORA, CO (MSA)   ARAPAHOE CO $406,250 $520,050 $628,650 $781,250 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   ARCHULETA   CO $317,500 $406,450 $491,300 $610,550 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   BACA CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   BENT CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
BOULDER, CO (MSA)   BOULDER CO $460,000 $588,850 $711,800 $884,600 03/05/2008
DENVER-AURORA, CO (MSA)   BROOMFIELD CO $406,250 $520,050 $628,650 $781,250 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   CHAFFEE CO $280,000 $358,450 $433,250 $538,450 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   CHEYENNE   CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
DENVER-AURORA, CO (MSA)   CLEAR CREEK CO $406,250 $520,050 $628,650 $781,250 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   CONEJOS CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   COSTILLA CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   CROWLEY CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   CUSTER CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   DELTA CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
DENVER-AURORA, CO (MSA)   DENVER CO $406,250 $520,050 $628,650 $781,250 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   DOLORES CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
DENVER-AURORA, CO (MSA)   DOUGLAS CO $406,250 $520,050 $628,650 $781,250 03/05/2008
EDWARDS, CO (MICRO)   EAGLE CO $729,750 $934,200 $1,129,250 $1,403,400 03/05/2008
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO (MSA)   EL PASO CO $325,000 $416,050 $502,900 $625,000 03/05/2008
DENVER-AURORA, CO (MSA)   ELBERT CO $406,250 $520,050 $628,650 $781,250 03/05/2008
CANON CITY, CO (MICRO)   FREMONT CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   GARFIELD CO $425,000 $544,050 $657,650 $817,300 03/05/2008
DENVER-AURORA, CO (MSA)   GILPIN CO $406,250 $520,050 $628,650 $781,250 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   GRAND CO $356,250 $456,050 $551,250 $685,100 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   GUNNISON CO $350,000 $448,050 $541,600 $673,050 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   HINSDALE CO $557,500 $713,700 $862,700 $1,072,150 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   HUERFANO CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   JACKSON CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
DENVER-AURORA, CO (MSA)   JEFFERSON CO $406,250 $520,050 $628,650 $781,250 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   KIOWA CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   KIT CARSON CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
DURANGO, CO (MICRO)   LA PLATA CO $443,750 $568,050 $686,650 $853,350 03/05/2008
EDWARDS, CO (MICRO)   LAKE CO $729,750 $934,200 $1,129,250 $1,403,400 03/05/2008
FORT COLLINS-LOVELAND, CO (MSA)   LARIMER CO $312,500 $400,050 $483,550 $600,950 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   LAS ANIMAS CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   LINCOLN CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
STERLING, CO (MICRO)   LOGAN CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
GRAND JUNCTION, CO (MSA)   MESA CO $371,250 $475,250 $574,500 $713,950 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   MINERAL CO $300,000 $384,050 $464,200 $576,900 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   MOFFAT CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   MONTEZUMA CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
MONTROSE, CO (MICRO)   MONTROSE CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
FORT MORGAN, CO (MICRO)   MORGAN CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   OTERO CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   OURAY CO $482,500 $617,700 $746,650 $927,900 03/05/2008
DENVER-AURORA, CO (MSA)   PARK CO $406,250 $520,050 $628,650 $781,250 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   PHILLIPS CO $271,050 $347,000 $419,400 $521,250 03/05/2008
NON-METRO   PITKIN CO $729,750 $934,200 $1,129,250 $1,403,400 03/05/2008
]]>Fabulous corner lot in Ridgeviewtag:springsreblog.com,2008-02-12:65b3f120-5574-45a8-a28c-d52f08cf2dc4Carey Real Estate Consultant2008-02-12T17:13:14Z2008-02-12T17:12:00Z
Spacious corner lot in Ridgeview
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Location: Colorado Springs, CO
What a wonderful home. The big open and bright kitchen is sure to be a hit. Plenty of counter space and big cabinets make storage a breeze. The cozy corner gas fireplace in the family room is just perfect for those cool Colorado nights. The upstairs level features three bedrooms including a big master suite with a walk-in closet and private bath. The large unfinished basement leaves plenty of room for a home office or another bedroom.
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Carey Goldberg
719-591-7653
Pricing
Asking Price: $204,900.00
Property Location
6464 Casual Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80923
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Features
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Parking: attached
Year Built: 2003
Subdivision: Ridgeview at Stetson Hills
Lot Size: 6380
Garage Size: 2 car
School District: Falcon district 49
Square Footage: 1744
Agent Name: Carey Goldberg
Broker: Epic Real Estate Group
MLS #: 517277
Attributes
Appliances
Range/Oven
Full Refrigerator
Washer/Dryer
Dishwasher
Sink Disposal
Interior Amenities
Fireplace
Vaulted Ceilings
Basement
Exterior Amenities
Patio
Fenced Yard
Corner Lot
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]]>Walkout rancher in Woodmen Hillstag:springsreblog.com,2008-02-11:29fa2874-fa6e-4196-8128-ea59eb3690f7Carey Real Estate Consultant2008-02-11T11:04:11Z2008-02-11T11:01:00Z
One level living in Woodmen Hills
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Location: Peyton , CO
Super stucco ranch style home with 4 bedrooms. This great home has 2-3 bedrooms on the main level (one has double doors and would make a great office). Big bedroom with walk-in closet on the lower level. Walkout lower level to the fully landscaped yard. Huge kitchen with dining space and walkout to the spacious deck. Master suite has its own bath with double vanity and soaking tub. This one is not to be missed.
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Carey Goldberg
719-591-7653
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Asking Price: $224,900.00
Property Location
9156 Sunningdale Road
Peyton , CO 80831
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Features
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Parking: attached
Year Built: 2003
Subdivision: Woodmen Hills
Lot Size: 8672
Garage Size: 2 car
School District: Falcon district 49
Square Footage: 2590
Agent Name: Carey Goldberg
Broker: Epic Real Estate Group
MLS #: 477317
Attributes
Appliances
Range/Oven
Full Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Sink Disposal
Interior Amenities
Fireplace
Vaulted Ceilings
Basement
Exterior Amenities
Patio
Fenced Yard
Grass Lawn
Secluded setting
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]]>One level living on Van Burentag:springsreblog.com,2008-02-11:bef99268-9f06-4a5d-a775-086cfc1d0b6bCarey Real Estate Consultant2008-02-11T10:59:11Z2008-02-11T10:57:00Z
Incredible Central Location
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Location: Colorado Springs, CO
What an incredible updated home! New custom kitchen with cherry cabinets and beautiful black appliances. Bamboo floors on the main level. Vaulted ceilings throughout the upper level. Newly remodeled upper bathroom with LOTS of storage and shelves. Wonderful rec room in the basement with gorgeous laminate floors. Custom tile throughout the home with an absolutely stunning basement bath. Plenty of storage in the basement and in the the oversized one car garage. Fenced yard with amazing landscaping including many trees and bushes. This home is a must see.
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Carey Goldberg
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Asking Price: $194,900.00
Property Location
2215 E. Van Buren Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
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Features
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Parking: attached
Year Built: 1973
Subdivision: Highland Park
Lot Size: 8096
Garage Size: 1 car
School District: Colorado Springs District 11
Agent Name: Carey Goldberg
Broker: Epic Real Estate Group
Attributes
Appliances
Range/Oven
Full Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Sink Disposal
Microwave
Interior Amenities
Hardwood Floors
Vaulted Ceilings
Basement
Exterior Amenities
Patio
Fenced Yard
Grass Lawn
Photo Gallery
]]>Chef Realtortag:springsreblog.com,2008-02-11:c421d1f3-f78f-4752-98b0-f32176490958Carey Real Estate Consultant2008-02-11T10:56:41Z2008-02-11T10:48:00Z"It's supposed to be hard. If it wasn't hard, everyone would be doing it. Hard is what makes it great."

~Tom Hanks in A League of their Own

 


Chef Realtor…

 

Being a great Realtor is like being a great chef.  It takes time, patience and the right ingredients. 

 

If you have eaten at a really good restaurant you will know what I mean.  Thankfully I have had that opportunity here in Colorado Springs because of the Broadmoor Hotel and Resort.
 

The chefs at the finer restaurants know how to mix up the ingredients.    Same with a great Realtor only the ingredients are different.  In real estate the ingredients usually consist of the following:

 

1 house

1 cooperating broker

1 or more buyer(s)

1 or more seller(s)

1 home inspector

1 lender

1 loan officer

1 underwriter

1 appraiser

2 or more government employees to guarantee the loan (optional)

 

 

It is the mixing of the ingredients and the order that they are added that determines how well the recipe will turn out.  It used to be in the heat of the market that anyone with a pulse could sell real estate just like many who work in cafes consider themselves chefs. Not to take away from any of them but it takes creativity, passion, and experience to make a great chef (or Realtor).  It also requires someone who can put the ingredients together in the right order and right amounts.  

When you need a Realtor make sure that they have the experience and creativity to make the recipe turn out.  It will be well worth it in the long run.

]]>New listing in Fountain Valley Ranchtag:springsreblog.com,2008-01-04:62e90976-e7d1-40ab-87a7-3b4fe9c8de68Carey Real Estate Consultant2008-01-04T14:53:44Z2008-01-04T14:51:00Z
Fountain Valley Ranch 2 story
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Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Wonderful 2 story home in Fountain Valley Ranch. Great private backyard with a big patio. Wonderful covered front porch. Upper level has 3 bedrooms, two baths and the laundry area. Main level has a big family room, a half bath, an eat-in kitchen, dining room and a formal living room. This home is hard to beat especially at this fantastic price.
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Carey Goldberg
719-591-7653
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Asking Price: $164,900
Flexibility: Short Sale
Property Location
4779 Brant Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80911
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Features
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Parking: attached
Year Built: 2002
Subdivision: Fountain Valley Ranch
Lot Size: 4892
Garage Size: 2 car
School District: Widefield district 3
Square Footage: 1330
Agent Name: Carey Goldberg
Broker: Epic Real Estate Group
MLS #: 550778
Attributes
Appliances
Range/Oven
Full Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Sink Disposal
Satellite
Exterior Amenities
Patio
Fenced Yard
Grass Lawn
Secluded setting
Photo Gallery
]]>Short sales and the Mortgage Forgivness Debt Relief Acttag:springsreblog.com,2008-01-03:4923df57-d834-4137-affe-118c96607e26Carey Real Estate Consultant2008-01-03T13:02:42Z2008-01-03T12:42:00Z
Congress passed and the President signed the Mortgage Forgiveness Debt relief act.  
    
    Let me just say here I am not a lawyer or a cpa nor do I work for the government so all of this information is just my opinion. 

The act can be viewed here.  I think it is a great benefit to people who have to do a short sale.  The reasons for doing a short sale are many but the fear of doing one because of the tax consequences should be removed. 
If you need more information on short sales look here or here. 

The act was much needed legislation and should not be looked upon as benefiting people just because they could not make their payments.  The act removed the "phantom" income that was generated by a short sale.  It does not encourage or discourage short sales it only fixes a problem that was not seen until the recent slow down in the real estate market. 

By the way the foreclosure laws in Colorado did finally change.  They were slated for change on July 1 of last year but that was pushed back until Jan 1, 2008.  The new law is now in effect.  We probably won't see any fallout until closer to mid March because of the new redemption/cure period.  Any questions about the changes to foreclosures let me know.]]>The Trailstag:springsreblog.com,2007-12-20:cb3b5bc8-f837-4d6b-855f-070ebcc815edCarey Real Estate Consultant2007-12-20T22:09:47Z2007-12-20T22:09:00Z
Tranquil in The Trails
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Location: Peyton , CO
Two wonderful lots side by side. These lots features over 2.5 acres each and are easily buildable. Good mountain and prairie views. Well available. Area of nice stick built homes.
Features
Acreage: 2.5
Zoning: Res
Sewerage: Septic Required
Water: Well Required
Subdivision: The Trails
School District: Falcon 49
Agent Name: Carey Goldberg
Broker: Epic Real Estate Group
MLS #: 490556 and 464291
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Asking Price: $70,000.00
Additional Pricing Information: $70,000 each lot. Other address is 12445 Oregon Wagon Trail
Property Location
12435 Oregon Wagon Trail
Peyton , CO 80106
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