Once you’ve chosen an agent and gotten pre-approved with a local lender, it’s time to start touring homes in person. A few things I remind every client of along the way: Ready to start touring, or want to talk through what to prioritize on your list first? Let’s get started. Keep reading Tips for researching…

There’s no single answer. Timing a home purchase around a current lease or sale depends on too many variables for a one-size-fits-all number. But breaking the process into its phases makes it much easier to plan around, especially if you start preparing well before you actually need to move. For some buyers, the whole process…

There’s rarely a “perfect” time to buy a home, and there are plenty of good reasons to choose buying over renting. But a few specific circumstances are worth treating as at least a yellow flag before you commit to one of the largest purchases of your life. Ask yourself these four questions. 1. Are you…

New construction has real advantages: everything is brand new, so you should see very few surprise repair costs in the first few years, you may get to choose your own finishes, and builders sometimes offer financing incentives through their preferred lender. But there are a few things worth understanding before you sign with a builder.…

Once your offer is accepted, one of the first steps is scheduling a home inspection, typically due within about 7–10 days of going under contract, though the exact deadline depends on the terms in your offer. Choosing an inspector Colorado doesn’t require licensing or a specific educational background to become a home inspector, so it’s…