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Welcome to Flat Rate Realty Group’s blog, a premier resource tailor-made for homebuyers, sellers, and investors exploring Colorado real estate in Colorado Springs and beyond. Our mission is clear: to empower you with trusted, actionable real estate knowledge that drives confidence and success in your property journey.

With today’s real estate market evolving rapidly, having an expert guide can make all the difference. That’s why our blog combines in-depth market analysis, detailed how-to guides, insider tips, and regional neighborhood insights — all framed by the proven Flat Rate Realty model of exceptional customer service paired with flat-fee savings.

Why Read the Flat Rate Realty Group Blog?

  • Expert Local Insight: We live and breathe Colorado real estate — sharing first-hand neighborhood trends, market stats, and investment opportunities.
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  • Colorado City and Neighborhood Guides: Detailed posts on communities like Colorado Springs, Castle Rock, and more.
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March 18, 2018

The Key to Successfully Investing in Investment Real Estate in Colorado

Successfully Investing in Investment Real Estate in Colorado

With yearly real estate value profits in the region of 20% realizable from certain areas of the Colorado property market, certainly, the basic to successfully investing in real estate in Colorado is simply getting into the market right now and liking the record price rises?

Well actually no!

While estate price improves 40% in some areas of Colorado capital city of Colorado Springs have been noted and have risen in an increase of overseas investor interest, the key to long-term achievement is in knowing the local Colorado economy.

Although Colorado is a nice-looking state, which creates a spectacular natural environment for tourists to visit, it is not a tourism hotspot and not a state trying to target tourism. 

 

Why So?

This is so since real estate investor’s goal is to target audience – whether for rental purpose or for resale – is the local Coloradoans .  Also if their government can keep improving their economy, push up GDP, increase the wealth of the ordinary man and make owning property a real prospect for more and more Latvians as is their dream, then a real estate investor buying into an exceptionally cheap market now will have a rising audience gaining in wealth status to target for his rental income or equity increase in the future.

 

A sign that the Colorado real estate market is going to prove effective and that property investors who wisely select their investment real estate properties in Colorado will profit from them when compared to the medium to long term is that the mortgage market in Colorado, which is in its complete infancy, is gaining considerable strength.

 

Interest rates in Colorado are very low in real terms and outstanding mortgage loan figures in Colorado are at least 20% below any other state.  This means that more and more local and global lenders are beginning to notice the massive potential for profit in Colorado and are starting to enter the marketplace – this should offer an investor great assurance for two reasons:

Firstly the financial institutions pledging to the mortgage marketplace are not in it for the short term and secondly, the rise in obtainability and affordability of home loans means that a rising number of Colorado are being given greater purchasing power and are gaining in financial strength.  Because, as listed, it is the local market that will eventually offer an investor with his target audience, this goes well for the long-term viability of property investments made in Latvia today.

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March 17, 2018

Financing Your Renovations

Financing Your Renovations

If you have chosen to renovate your home then you know the price can easily exceed your predictions. Home renos tend to have what is known as "scope creep." This is when the renovations start and as they progress new things or problems cause there to be more work than originally predicted. This can be difficult to deal with when funding is limited so it is a good idea to build contingencies into your financing plans right at the start. That way when the surprises pop up, you will be ready for them.

When thinking about renovation financing there are two likely candidates for you to consider. The home equity loan and the home owner's line of credit! The amount available for a home equity loan is based on the amount of equity that you have built up in your home. This loan is sometimes referred to as a second mortgage.

It is calculated by taking the value of your home and subtracting the amount left outstanding on the original mortgage. If you own your home outright, then the amount would be the home's value.

As an example, if you have a home that is worth $250,000 and you have already paid off $110,000 then your accumulated equity would be $140,000. The value of the property is what guarantees the loan so the interest rate is low as well as the payments. It is also normal to be able to secure fixed interest rates for such loans.

The other popular financing option is the home owner's line of credit. This loan does not have a finite amount save for the limit which is once again decided by your equity. This is a popular option as it allows for a lot of room when considering costs. The loan operates much like a credit card, with a variable interest rate. This is certainly the most flexible of the options and does not have a definite end date. The line of credit remains open for as long as you need it and do not close it out.

The best way to discern which type of loan is proper for your needs is to confer with a financial expert or banker. Prioritize your needs and try to find a loan that is tailor made for you. Remember that your home is going to be on the line as collateral so be sure to plan your payment schedule carefully and within what you can afford to pay. Make sure that you research all your options here and find what work s for you and for your budget.

 

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March 16, 2018

Financing a Real Estate Investment

Financing a Real Estate Investment

The advantages of funding a real estate investment in Colorado can’t be overemphasized. Not just does it give you a huge tax advantage, it likewise reduces your desire for instant cash and for sellers or lenders, and it creates a stream of income as well. Also getting it is not that hard. Majority of lenders understand that they can make a decent amount of interest on the amount they loan. In the event you are considering a seller to finance your acquisition, simply tell him that you will pay him extra if he waits. He’ll be game. However, this is not all; there are numerous other ways to get your deal financed.

An investor in Colorado can also look for private lenders to finance his deal. Though the investor might have to pay a rate of interest that is higher than what the banks ask for, there will be lesser hassles.

The investor can likewise take over the present loan, if any, besides the property in Colorado while purchasing it. The investor needs to be certain that all the previous installments are cleared. In this way, the investor does not have to shell out a down payment for the purchase of property in Colorado. The remaining payment for the purchase can also be made to the seller in installments.

What does an investor do when he has no cash and the seller is not ready to sell without it? The solution is pretty straightforward and simple. He mortgages some other property that he has. He might even try combining the equity of more than one property to arrange for the finance. But the investor must take care that he mortgages his home property and not the ones that are intended for investment. He will end up blocking them and might have an issue marketing them when he wants to.

A financier can raise all the cash he desires for a real estate agreement in Colorado. He just has to be observant and look at all the options available.

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March 15, 2018

Find A Real Estate Agent

Find A Colorado Real Estate Agent

Earlier we made a post on Finding a Real Estate Agent to assist you whether you are buying or selling your property. This post is focused on picking the right Real Estate Agent and some of the question to ask the Agent as well as the Do’s and Don’ts.

It's easy to find a real estate agent. Just put a for sale sign in the yard and wait for the phone to ring. The question is, how do you find a GOOD real estate agent? You can start with newspaper.

Pick up the Saturday or Sunday paper - whichever day they have all the homes for sale in your area. You can as well get a few real estate guides to look through. Surf the listings to find properties like yours. If you are selling a cabin, you may want to search for cabins for sale. If you are selling a lakefront mansion, search for those.

When you get a similar listing, take note of the names and numbers of the agents that are selling them. The reason for this is to find a real estate agent that has an understanding of your kind of property. An agent that has all the million dollar homes may not be the best agent to sell your mobile home, for instance, you want agents that have sold or are selling a number of properties similar to yours.

What To Ask A Real Estate Agent

1. When you call the agents - and it's best to call several - you want to verify that they do have experience selling properties like yours. Ask for examples.

2. Ask what they do to market a property. Any agent can place an ad and put your home in the multiple listings. Do they have current leads - people searching for properties like yours? Do they allow other agents know about your property?

3. Do they often show their listings? Several agents just list real estate for sale and allow others sell it for them. It's more viable for them, but not for you. If they are a good salesperson, you want them to be going through the house with potential buyers.

4. Do they do their own closings? Again, it may be better for them to delegate this part of the process, but it isn't better for you. You want the same person to be there through the whole process. You want one person to call. Things go wrong all the time in real estate, so don't complicate it further by having more people involved.

Most real estate agents will probably argue these points. That's okay, but be aware that there are other things they won't tell you too. For example, did you know that open houses are primarily a prospecting tool for real estate agents? Actually, new agents (not the listing agent) are regularly given the job of hosting your open house, so they can find buyers to work with. It isn't likely that they will sell your house in the process.

Also understand that when you see ads for homes for sale, and they don't have prices, it is a prospecting technique. When that buyer looking for a $100,000 home calls on your $300,000 home, the agent isn't going to make him able to afford your home. The whole point was to get him to call so he could sell him ANY home. Meanwhile, other potential buyers for your home skipped over the ad - there are enough homes WITH prices to look at (insist that ads for your property have the price listed).

Trust your intuition when choosing an agent. On the chance you don't feel relaxed with an agent; its likely potential buyers won't either. And ask the correct questions. You just don't just want to find a real estate agent you like. You want to find the right agent for your property.

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March 14, 2018

Financing & FSBO's

Financing & FSBO's

The procedure of buying a home through FSBO can be slightly different when compared to what most home buyers are used to. The real act of buying a FSBO can be very much involved than what most people believe. That is not to say that the process cannot be effectively completed, somewhat the opposite in fact. It can as well be very satisfying as a great deal of money can be saved if the deal is properly handled.

If you are planning on buying a home that is being sold by the owner, spend some time and research the home buying process, not only is this simply a good idea in any home purchase, but it will also help you to be a more informed buyer in the future.

One thing that you should always do when purchasing a home for sale by the owner is to investigate your financing options well ahead of time. There are a number of financing plans specifically designed to service the FSBO industry and you should definitely try to locate a financier that can supply this service.

In locating a lender that supplies this kind of financing, they will likely also supply or recommend a service to help you through the closing and contracts that are involved with the sale. Be sure that you have a good lawyer on your team as well. They are the best people to handle the legal matters during the closing of the home. This includes things like title issues, any outstanding liens or easements and the actual conveyance of ownership.

Remember to be careful when purchasing a home and if there are any questions about the sale or the process don't hesitate to contact someone who is a professional in the matter. This is an important purchase and you want to be sure to get the best deal possible and to be happy once the process is complete. Maybe you can even use the money you save to do a renovation or two if the mood takes you.

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March 13, 2018

Final Walk-Through – The Value of Your Contract

Final Walk-Through

A walk-through is an important step in a real estate transaction. To get the most out of it, make sure you understand the terms of the purchase contract.

Check Things the Contract Specifies

When you signed the contract to purchase your new home, certain elements and characteristics were specified. If the home does not match those elements on the walk-through, the contract will give you leveraging position. Consider the following:

If there’s a hole in the wallboard caused by the leg of a table going through it when the seller was moving out, the house is not in substantially the same condition as when you wrote the contract and the wallboard was intact.

If you fill up that lovely, large Jacuzzi tub and the jets won’t work, there is a problem with the working systems of the home. If you start the dishwasher, and it leaks before the cycle is finished, that appliance is not in normal working order. If all the surface burners on the stove won’t light (if gas) or heat to red hot (if electric), ditto. If the heat or air conditioning won’t come on, we have another problem with the working systems.

Allow yourself enough time to really pay attention and check on things. Usually, an hour to an hour and a half is enough. Don’t have a chip on your shoulder. Do be a good business person and systematically check.

On the condition your contract calls for anything, you easily can’t judge and it needs a third party to do it (like the HVAC service stated above), you can demand a copy of a paid bill at settlement. This is normally enough sign that the work has been completed, and you know the person to call if there is an issue.

What If You Find a Problem?

The settlement may, or may not, be delayed if a problem is discovered. If it’s small and something you can easily fix, you may just want to ignore it. If it is something expensive and extensive, you probably don’t want to ignore it. Many approaches are possible, but my inclination would be to go to the settlement table anyway and request that enough money is set aside in an escrow account held by a third party (not the buyer or the seller) to fix the problem. I’d pad the amount a little to be sure there’s enough. Those funds could then be used to complete the needed work and then the balance released to the seller.

If the seller is not willing to accept the idea of funds in escrow, I’d request a delay of settlement until the work has been completed. The terms of such a delay need to be spelled out in an addendum to your contract.

Setting out to use walk-through to change the terms of a contract is not fair. However, if a walk-through shows that the terms of your contract have not been met, you need to figure out how to get things back on track and are behaving appropriately when you do so.

Most walk-throughs go smoothly. Let’s hope yours is one of the smooth ones.

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March 12, 2018

Find An Apartment on Rent in Madrid

Find An Apartment on Rents

Rent has got absolutely no value when comfort is concerned. People planning for a holiday calculate their budget. When the tourists want to know the price of an apartment for Rent in Madrid, Chic Rentals is the best choice for them. It has got all the provision to hire an accommodation for tourist destined to Spain during their vacations.

As Madrid is one of the most adored tourist places, it is expected that visitors would be interested to know about the rents in Madrid. The place has got beautiful landscape, museum and art galleries to offer. As maximum visitors come for the first time to this place it is difficult for them to find out an accommodation for rent in Madrid. However, Chic Rentals takes every care of the vacationers to the place by selecting them the apartment for hire. 

They let you know about the details of the apartment by fax after you fill the form through the website. Each apartment is selected on the basis of style and comfort. The cultural and artistic beauty of the place is far more valuable thing to hold in the eyes of the beholder than to think about a minor topic of rant in Madrid.

Customer service made has elevated Chic Rentals to a height where it stands out among its rivals. Staying in the elegant city is a lovely experience and the service of the company adds worth to your vacations. The apartments meant for your stay are the churning outcome of comfort and style. Chic Rentals hire and fix the rent in Madrid according to the functionality of the apartments.

Chic Rentals is the finest solutions for the owners of the house who want to give out their flats for rent in Madrid. They can contact the company to enable them to book the accommodation for individuals who come for business trip or holidays. On condition that the apartments satisfy the standards of Chic Rentals.

Not sure about the rent in Madrid? You are free to ask Chic Rentals through their website.

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March 12, 2018

5 House Flipping Don'ts

5 House Flipping Dont's

In respect to making money in flipping house and other real estate investments, you will see all kinds of do's and don'ts along the way. The real state of the matter is that these are very valuable not minding if it is your first house flip or you have been flipping houses for ages. In fact you might just find that you can learn something new on occasion by reading lists such as this even if you've been flipping houses for years and have many successful flips under your belt.

1) Don't forget to check out the neighborhood before you buy.

You will want to make sure that the property you are considering is a good fit for the neighborhood. You should also take the time to make sure that the plan you have in mind for the property will match well with the other neighborhood residents in order to guarantee a quicker sale.

2) Don't blow your budget without just cause.

Your budget is what you used to determine whether or not the house would be a profitable venture. If you blow your budget and cannot pull through the extra money you've invested in the selling price on the house you will have completely cut into your profits if not removed them in unison. The motive in property flipping is to get in and out swiftly and spend as little cash as possible in order to make as much money as possible.

3) Don't forget to set daily goals and hold yourself accountable to those goals.

If you don't reach your goals for the day it can set the entire project back by as much as a month depending on the goals and what has to be rearranged as a result. Stick to your timeline and your schedule daily in order to dodge possibly high delays in time and money.

4) Don't neglect the exterior. Curb appeal is what brings buyers into the property.

If you spend all your money, time, and effort making improvements to the exterior of the home you will have little left to make the outside appealing to potential buyers. A homebuyer is in the market for the entire package. A home that looks run down on the outside leaves the impression of being neglected on the inside and many potential buyers will never walk inside if the outside looks forlorn.

5) Don't spend money you don't need to spend.

While it would sound great to put in granite countertops and gourmet kitchens into all the home it is not practical at all times and this is sometimes money that will not begotten back, especially in homes that are in marginal neighborhoods. On the chance that you want to get the best for your money shun costly spending that isn’t precisely essential for the positive completion of the flip. Resurface bathroom fittings instead of replacing them if possible and use new cabinet doors or hardware instead of adding new cabinets all together to cut down on expenses. In other words, save what you can, repair what needs to be repaired, and add a few cosmetic touches before proceeding on.

The market for real estate is a very inconsistent market. Avoid taking too much risk of your money and time on an estate isn't going to pull through those added touches and expenses. Rather hold onto those thoughts for higher end flips once you have a few successful flips under your belt.

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March 11, 2018

Buying Your Dream House in Denver

Buying Your Dream House in Denver

Looking forward to buying a new home? How exciting! Buying a home should be a fun adventure but it can be confusing at times when there are lots of options to choose from and decisions to be made.

 Denver, the “Gateway to the Rocky Mountains,” the capital of Colorado, the state’s centre of business and government and the largest city in the state has a rich and diverse atmosphere with a vibrant downtown. Furthermore, Denver is also near to some of the best school districts in the nation as well as some of the top university in the country. It has a home for everybody from the city. It has a great combination of entertainment, education and great people.

 Denver has a semi-arid climate characterized by dry snowy winters, wet springs, low-humidity summers, and enjoyable falls. While it is located on the Great Plains, the weather is greatly influenced by the closeness of the Rocky Mountains to the west. Due to the city’s large geographical boundaries, Denver is divided into seventy-nine residential districts offering a variety of housing options with single family homes and condominiums.

 That’s why tourism is still one of the biggest components of Colorado’s economy, and Denver offers easy access to some of the premier snow and golf vacation resorts in the country. Diversifying the economy with technology caused a housing boom in the late 1990s. With the tech bust, housing has slowed, but it could well be taking a short breather.

 

If you are looking for a home in Denver, the Buyer’s Resource Team is prepared to represent your Denver real estate interests whether you are looking for sale.

 

There are many factors to consider when looking for a home:

  • ·      Types of Denver homes - There are many different types of homes: single family, condominium, townhouse, and duplex. Additionally, the type of Denver home you select may impact your buying power.
  • ·         Existing or New Denver home - Deliberate whether you want to pack into an existing Denver home or a new home. In overall, new Denver homes are more expensive than existing homes. But, the condition of an existing Denver home can considerably increase your maintenance requirements.
  • ·         Quality of Denver home - Examine the condition of the home. Carefully inspect the structure, interior and exterior of the house for defects. The additional renovation costs may add up over time and exceed your maintenance estimates. Will the house need a lot of repairs? How old are the appliances? The purchase of the Denver home is one step, but the renovations and repairs are added costs that need to be considered. Would you prefer to purchase a newer, costlier Denver home or would you prefer to invest additional time and money into renovations and repairs for an older, less expensive home.
  • ·         Location - Would you rather live in the city, in country, or the suburbs? Do you want to be near parks or the library? What about a shopping mall? Is it important for you to be near major highways or public transportation? Get a feel for the surrounding area by exploring the Denver neighborhood and talking to residents.
  • ·         Crime rate - Look into the safety of the Denver neighborhood, does the Denver neighborhood have a high crime rate? Has there been an increase in crimes committed in the area? If so, how will this influence the future Denver home value of your home?
  • ·         School system - The quality of the school system in a particular area is not only important to families with children but can influence the Denver home value of your home. We should always keep in mind that quality education is a very essential. Giving our children the best schools they can belong can help them inspire to their studies.

·         Economic stability of area - The economic growth and stability of the area surrounding a Denver home can influence its future Denver home value.

 

Homes with a pleasant view of the horizon often sell at a premium above similar homes without the view. But, if a view is vital to you, acquire it mostly for your own wish and not as an investment. Although you may put a substantial dollar value on the view, yet to come buyers may not be so in agreement. It may take you longer to find a buyer when it comes to reselling the house. Or you may end up dropping your price to more nearly match other sales prices in the neighborhood.

 

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March 10, 2018

Tips on Buying A Homesite

Tips on Buying A Homesite

Buying a Homesite can sometimes be intimidating particularly if you don’t have any understanding as regards to it, however, it is not hard somewhat if you have already picture or imagine your desires and determine which time of Homesite are more appropriate for your home plan.

In this instance to talk to someone who is familiar with the topic better than you do. Talk with a mortgage broker or a bank loan officer regarding this.

If you are on a rush and want to build a house right away then the loan officer should explain to you about construction loans, including the closing procedures you will encounter while the house is being built.

You should also talk with building constructors to have a concrete idea about the average price you can expect to pay per square foot for the type of house you wish to build on your Homesite.

You should add estimates for building a road or driveway to the homesite, estimates for wells and the septic systems as well, if ever your home will not be linked to community water and sewer.

One method to find the highest money that you can think to spend for a land is to subtract the projected building cost from your total budget and also subtract a little more for unforeseen or miscellaneous expenses.

Additionally to the money to purchase the land, you need the time and money to have access to a car and spend months cruising around looking at properties and searching up information concerning titles, water, easements, zoning laws, building codes, mineral rights, contracts, and so on and so on. Doing it right is too hard for most people to do alone.

Better to buy with a group or find a shortcut.

If you're going to buy with a group, choosing the members of that group is even more important than choosing the homesite. One energy vampire, one person who's contributing more money and demands more respect or decision-making power, one person who can't take criticism or won't compromise, even one person with a selfish and competitive view of reality, and your group is doomed.

I think one happy-dog person, friendly and easy-going but undisciplined, will add to a group, but two is too many. You need at least one person who's good at working out conflicts between the other people, and at least one person who's good with numbers.

Remember to only buy within your means. I strongly recommend you save up money and pay cash for the land. Loans are difficult to get, stressful, expensive, and multiply the things that can go wrong.

Not minding if the seller will accept gradual payment, it's little more expensive and eats up psychic energy. Save up a bunch of money, set a maximum, and then push down from that maximum, not up.

Think through what you want.

Consider what you don't care about. You get a good deal if you don't accept features you don't need.

Do not get "land fever." If you're overwhelmed with the desire to just get on some land right now, you will not get a good deal.

You can learn this just buying low-cost stuff on eBay: the more patient you are, and the more auctions you are willing to lose, the better deal you will finally get. Also, land fever tends to make you ignore red flags.

Unless you have more than $50,000, don't hold out for a piece of land that you are in love with, because you can't afford it. And don't fall in love with a piece you've seen, or refer to it as "my land" or "our land," until you actually own it. On the chance you do, you are setting yourself up for the bait-and-switch, for disregarding red flags, for desiring yourself into a bad deal or a disaster.

Inform family, friends, friends of family, family of friends, and friends of friends, what you are searching for, and if you're lucky, somebody will have a piece of land or know some, that is what you want.

Then you can deal directly with the seller, who might be someone you know and trust, and you can cut out the real estate agent and a lot of precautions you would have to take with a stranger.

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