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PCS to Colorado Springs?

Homebuying FAQ's 1. Isn't it just easier to rent than to buy? I get this question a lot. Colorado Springs is very different from other duty stations you may have lived at. The area is large but really still small. That won't make sense to you now but when you arrive you'll get what I mean. We have really one county in our area (excluding the mountain communities). Finding a home takes (with a good Realtor of course) no more than a...Continue Reading!

Looking For Great Diner Food in Colorado Springs?

Eat at Rosies! The newest location of Rosies Diner just opened a few weeks ago. I have to admit that we've already been there twice already. It's so nice to have new places to eat in the Northgate area. In the past we've gone up the road a few minutes to the Monument location but now we drive south on Voyager Drive to the newest location. Actually, the Monument store feels a bit more "diner-ish" but the new place is biggers and...Continue Reading!

Can you Freeze Your Credit?

The answer is yes. One of my lender partners, Jeff Chapdelaine of Cherry Creek Mortage, just told me about this service.  Those who are quite sure they will not be needing to open any new credit might want to consider it. The first type of person that comes to my mind is a single person in the military getting ready to deploy for a year long tour in the desert. Who needs credit in Afghanistan anyway? Freezing credit will stop...Continue Reading!

2311 Diamond Creek Colorado Springs CO 80921 $545664

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Flying Horse Rancher 2326 Ledgewood 80921 $329000

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17575 Minglewood Tr. Monument CO 80132 $449,000

[nggallery id=15] Bank Owned! Beautiful walk-out rancher is ready for a new owner to enjoy all that it has to offer. This home sits on 2.5 acres in the trees. Private but close to highways for commuting. Over 5000 square feet of living space. Main level features huge master suite with fireplace. Two other bedrooms are also on the main level. Formal dining room and large open kitchen area are perfect for entertaining. (more...)Continue Reading!

How bad is Colorado Springs traffic?

Not bad really! The traffic issues in Colorado Springs are minute as compared to other metro areas across the country! I drive several thousand miles per month in town and in Denver. Believe me, we do not have a traffic problem! (more...)Continue Reading!

Just how cold is it at USAFA?

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kg7lwsxY5aM[/youtube] Wow!  This video was posted by a USAFA cadet on YouTube this week. The outside temp (I assume with wind chill) was -41 degrees! Brrrrr. The good news is that soon this will all be over and we will be back to blue skies, warm temps and lots of outdoor activities. Forecasters are saying it will be 46 degrees this coming Saturday. What a difference a few days makes. This is why we love living in Colorado Springs!Continue Reading!

Thinking of renting? You might want to think again!

i had a call from a friend the other night. His girlfriend had just called him in a panic. Her property manager had just phoned to tell her that her landlord was going into foreclosure. This woman had only recently rented the home for $1600 per month and done some remodeling so she could open a home daycare business. That plan will now have to change! (more...)Continue Reading!

1620 Territory Trail Colorado Springs CO 80919 $315000

[nggallery id=9] Wooded Oasis in the City! This home is perfect for those who like the convenience of city living but want to live near trees, hiking & biking trails and parks. Backs to scub oak and wooded area. Short distance to Pinon Valley Park, Ute Valley Park and the Garden of the Gods. (more...)Continue Reading!