I’ve received 6 or more calls in the last week all asking the same question. “Are Denver mortgage rates going up? Should I buy/refinance right away?” First, the simple answer is no. At least don’t expect an increase anytime soon. Since the Federal Reserve Board increased short term government rates on Wednesday, mortgage rates have […]
Where Have All The Houses Gone?
You have seen this happen over and over. You are searching for the perfect home, watching the internet sites like a hawk, waiting for new listings to appear each and every day. Then finally, the perfect home appears the one you can’t live without. You contact your agent to schedule a showing. You are on […]
Free Grant Subsidizes Denver Downpayments
The dream of becoming a home owner can soon become a reality for moderate- to low-income home buyers in the Denver metro area with the recently launched Metro Mortgage Assistance Plus Program. This new funding initiative from the City and County of Denver and Metro Mayors Caucus opens the door to home ownership for qualified […]
An IRA Can Invest in Real Estate
By Anna Platz Would you like to invest in Denver real estate, but the funds you would allocate towards a purchase are tied up in an IRA? When it comes to an individual retirement account you don’t have to stick to stocks and bonds, it’s entirely possible to diversify your retirement investments with a real […]
Denver Mortgages Change, Again
It seems like Denver mortgages are changing every day. There are two, new important changes any potential buyer should know about before starting the home loan process. First, if you have heard that getting a home loan takes tons of documentation and patience, that’s right. Only now it will become harder and more intrusive. It’s […]
Why Use a Local Lender?
Dennis Martin, Littleton Real Estate When is a deal on an internet mortgage not really a good deal? The answer is: When the loan never closes. Every once in a while I have an experience which I feel I need to share with my clients. Here’s one of those horror stories I just went through. […]