A report just came out from Trulia comparing the cost of renting vs owning a home throughout the US. For the Denver CO region, we ranked 13 on the index. 1-15 means it's a more affordable to buy a … Continue reading...
‘Anti Flip Waiver’ Extended – Buyer’s Can Buy Rehabbed Homes W/FHA Financing!
Good news from Washington! FHA extended a temporary waiver of the agency's 'anti-flipping rule. The rule prohibits a buyer from getting FHA financing if the seller has owned the home for less than 90 … Continue reading...
2011 Denver Metro Real Estate Market Forecast
This time of year often brings the common question, "Mike, how's the market". In anticipation of your curiosity, below are my thoughts and industry experts insight into what we HAVE seen in 2010, and … Continue reading...
HUD Creates Emergency Loan Program
A substantial number of people in Colorado (and the nation for that matter) have had a loss or decrease of income but would like to keep their home and not foreclose. Well, HUD has launched a new … Continue reading...
Buying in an HOA: 10 Questions You Must Ask
Considering buying a home in the Denver or Boulder Colorado area that has a Homeowner's Association (HOA)? We've all heard horror stories about some over-controlling HOA's that send you a notice for … Continue reading...
Bank of America to Resume Foreclosures in CO
Bank of America (BOA) announced they will resume foreclosures in Colorado very soon. They temporarily stopped foreclosures nationwide on October 8th amid allegations that bank employees signed but … Continue reading...
Creating An Efficient and Affordable Home Gym
What better time to talk about fitness than around New Years, when many make their resolution to "get back in shape"! It's no secret that the age of technology that was supposed to make life easier … Continue reading...
Taylor Realty Group Goes Mobile (and Social!)
To my avid newsletter readers who embrace their smartphones, this is for you! I am so excited to say that we have developed a mobile friendly version of my website so you can now read my newsletter … Continue reading...
Denver Ranks 7th in Highest Educated Population in US
Most people like to be considered "smart". It's certainly better than the alternative, right? Well, have you ever wondered where all the "smart people" live? This poll shows which US cities have the … Continue reading...
7 Ways Sellers Can Maximize Profits From Their Closing
The final amount a homeowner walks away with when selling a home is usually one of their top priorities, but in today's economy, often it's their top priority. In the spirit of helping you stretch … Continue reading...