Colorado Springs Real Estate Blog

Duplex located near downtown Colorado Springs real estate. Convenient to employment areas and businesses. Furnace and water heaters in good working condition. Needs some cosmetics work. Will qualify for cash or conventional only. 

1610 S Wahsatch Ave

Colorado Springs, CO 80906

Type of Property: Duplex

Price: $134,900

Unit #1 Bedrooms: 3

Unit #1 Bathrooms: 1

Garage: none

Unit #2 Bedrooms: 1

Unit #2 Bathrooms: 1

Garage: none

Lot size: 5998

Total/finished square feet: 1583

Age: 1951

Subdivision: Stiners

School District: 11

MLS #516927

Remarks: What a bargain!! District 20 schools and a corner lot. Backyard has a storage shed and wooden deck. Three bedrooms in

For more information on this property or any other in the Colorado Springs area contact Melanie Weseman with Springs Realty at 719-338-5123 or Eddie Blalock at 719-232-8586.

You can also email them at info@BuyColoradoSpringsRealEstate.com.

BuyColoradoSpringsRealEstate.com is committed to providing professional assistance in the home selling and buying process for all of our clients. We are a full service real estate company that takes pride in our work. If you are planning on buying or selling residential or commercial property, we can assist you. We can also work with you on investment properties and 1031 exchanges. If you are in foreclosure or need to sell quickly, we can provide you with options you might not know you had. Don’t delay! Call 719-338-5123 today to start your move! 

FREE Service Referral List–Need a painter, plumber, electrician, moving company, etc. but you do not know who to call? Call or email us at BuyColoradoSpringsRealEstate.com and we can give you the names of companies that we utilize. 

Check Out Our Real Estate Library—Learn information about Finance, Sellers, Buyers, Homeowners and Relocation from our comprehensive library. 

Home Buyer Scouting Report– Request to receive daily emails of properties that meet your search criteria. Also, browse the MLS system at your own convenience with your own login and password. You will receive up to the minute information on the newest properties from the MLS system.

Get Prequalified For Your Home—Call or email us today to talk with our preferred lender, Apple Mortgage. Take the guess work out of what you can afford by talking with a mortgage broker today. They have access to hundreds of programs and will assist you in choosing the right program that meets your needs.

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     The aquifer beneath the Upper Black Squirrel basin took a million years to form, as water rushing down from the mountains carved an underground lake with fingers stretching for miles beneath the eastern El Paso County real estate plains. Some experts estimate it could be depleted in less than 100 years.

     Most of the water users of this aquifer are located in homes in Black Forest, homes in Peyton, homes in Calhan, homes in Monument, and the Powers Corridor. The Colorado Geological Survey is working on a plan to replenish this disappearing aquifer and create Colorado’s first manmade underground storage reservoir. This project would pump underground 500,000 acre feet of water, which is over six times what Colorado Springs Utilities customers use in a year.

     In August, the geological agency will release a report on the possibility. Though many legal and practical questions remain – the most important being where the water will come from – geologists are excited about the prospects. The Colorado Geological Survey report will cover only the technical feasibility of the Upper Black Squirrel project. If it determines the project is possible, the agency would then seek a water utility to take part in a pilot project to begin injecting water into the aquifer.

     Two years ago, state SB193 mandated that Colorado officials study the possibility of underground water storage in the South Platte and Arkansas river basins.  The Upper Black Squirrel aquifer was identified as one of the most promising sites due to geology and legality. Northern El Paso County water suppliers are very excited and hope it can be a solution for their disappearing water. The project could mean a cheap alternative to reservoirs, where water could be deposited and withdrawn like a bank account without the fear of evaporation. Most of these suppliers lack the resources to build reservoirs and have no way to store excess water during the slow months to augment supply during heavy summer use.

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The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 allows first time Colorado Springs home buyers to receive an $8,000 tax credit. The Colorado Springs real estate must be bought between January 1, 2009 and November 30, 2009, you may be eligible to receive a tax credit for 10 of the purchase price of your El Paso County home, with a cap of $8,000. Some of the program highlights include:

1. Any individual and/or spouse who has no ownership interest in a home during the last three years is eligible.

2. Full credit for single taxpayers with incomes up to $75,000 ($150,000 on a joint return): partial credit for incomes up to $95,000 ($170,000 joint return).

3. Available only for the purchase of a single family home that will be used as a principal residence.

4. Homebuyers can reduce (or even eliminate) their income tax liability for the year of purchase by claiming the credit on their tax return.

5. If the home is sold before three years, the first time home buyer (who is now the seller) must pay the IRS the entire amount of the tax credit at closing.

If you are a first time home buyer, now may be the ideal time to consider purchasing a home. Contact Melanie Weseman at Springs Realty to learn more about the current state of the market, including details on determining your purchasing power in today’s market.

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Almost new Colorado Springs townhome in the Bluffs at Spring Creek. Wonderful community atmosphere. Common yard area directly in front of the unit. Large 2 story with high ceilings and big room sizes. Homeowners Association dues are $100 per month.

2714 Tumblewood Grove

Colorado Springs, CO 80910

Price: $99,655

Type of Property: Townhome, Inside Unit

Bedrooms: 2

Bathrooms: 3

Garage: none

Lot size: 1,016

Total/finished square feet: 1292

Age: 2006

Subdivision: The Bluffs at Springs Creek

School District: 11

MLS #524840

For more information on this property or any other in the Colorado Springs area contact Melanie Weseman with Springs Realty at 719-338-5123 or Eddie Blalock at 719-232-8586.

You can also email them at info@BuyColoradoSpringsRealEstate.com.

BuyColoradoSpringsRealEstate.com is committed to providing professional assistance in the home selling and buying process for all of our clients. We are a full service real estate company that takes pride in our work. If you are planning on buying or selling residential or commercial property, we can assist you. We can also work with you on investment properties and 1031 exchanges. If you are in foreclosure or need to sell quickly, we can provide you with options you might not know you had. Don’t delay! Call 719-338-5123 today to start your move! 

FREE Service Referral List–Need a painter, plumber, electrician, moving company, etc. but you do not know who to call? Call or email us at BuyColoradoSpringsRealEstate.com and we can give you the names of companies that we utilize. 

Check Out Our Real Estate Library—Learn information about Finance, Sellers, Buyers, Homeowners and Relocation from our comprehensive library. 

Home Buyer Scouting Report– Request to receive daily emails of properties that meet your search criteria. Also, browse the MLS system at your own convenience with your own login and password. You will receive up to the minute information on the newest properties from the MLS system.

Get Prequalified For Your Home—Call or email us today to talk with our preferred lender, Apple Mortgage. Take the guess work out of what you can afford by talking with a mortgage broker today. They have access to hundreds of programs and will assist you in choosing the right program that meets your needs.

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Owners of Colorado Springs real estate are going green and living a greener, healty lifestyle. Here are some simple, low cost ways to reduce your carbon footprint, create a healthier home and lower your monthly bills.

1. Bring your own bag when you go grocery shopping
2. Compost your leftovers
3. Use recycled paper
4. Turn the water off when brushing your teeth
5. Use and reuse rechargeable batteries
6. Unplug electronic devices when not in use
7. Use compact florescent lights
8. Limit car idling
9. Keep your car tuned up
10. Do your laundry after 7:00 PM and use cold water. Hang dry if possible
11. Plant a tree
12. Bring your own coffee mug to your favorite coffee shop
13. Buy second hand clothes
14. Use your own newspaper to clean the windows
15. Recycle everything that the recycle bin will take
16. Buy electronics that have the Energy Star logo
17. Install low flow shower heads
18. Walk, bike or use public transportation instead of driving
19. Combine your errands into 1 trip
20. Plant a garden and grow your own vegetables
21. Don’t turn up the heate-put on more clothes
22. Put a lid on your pot when boiling water
23. Reduce your use of hazardous waste by limiting use of paints, pesticides, and fertilizers.
24. Purchase carbon offsets to limit your carbon footprint
25. Buy products with less packaging

For more information on going green or if you have questions about real estate in the Colorado Springs area contact Melanie Weseman with Springs Realty at 719-338-5123 or Eddie Blalock at 719-232-8586.

You can also email them at info@BuyColoradoSpringsRealEstate.com.

BuyColoradoSpringsRealEstate.com is committed to providing professional assistance in the home selling and buying process for all of our clients. We are a full service real estate company that takes pride in our work. If you are planning on buying or selling residential or commercial property, we can assist you. We can also work with you on investment properties and 1031 exchanges. If you are in foreclosure or need to sell quickly, we can provide you with options you might not know you had. Don’t delay! Call 719-338-5123 today to start your move! 

FREE Service Referral List–Need a painter, plumber, electrician, moving company, etc. but you do not know who to call? Call or email us at BuyColoradoSpringsRealEstate.com and we can give you the names of companies that we utilize. 

Check Out Our Real Estate Library—Learn information about Finance, Sellers, Buyers, Homeowners and Relocation from our comprehensive library. 

Home Buyer Scouting Report– Request to receive daily emails of properties that meet your search criteria. Also, browse the MLS system at your own convenience with your own login and password. You will receive up to the minute information on the newest properties from the MLS system.

Get Prequalified For Your Home—Call or email us today to talk with our preferred lender, Apple Mortgage. Take the guess work out of what you can afford by talking with a mortgage broker today. They have access to hundreds of programs and will assist you in choosing the right program that meets your needs.

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Many Colorado Springs home owner children ask a parent or family member if they would consider co-signing on their home in Colorado Springs loan. There is nothing wrong with helping a family member or close friend with buying a home. However, co-signing on a loan should be done with great care and knowledge of the consequences.

Co-signing means that you are extending your personal credit for the benefit of someone else. The problem is, if the borrower defaults, the lender will look to you for FULL repayment. So, you’re really not a co-signer, you’re a co-debtor. Here are a few tips that may prove helpful if you decide to be a co-signor.

• Although you’re co-signing, make sure your co-borrower is putting cash into the transaction. The more they put in, the lower your risk.
• Obtain a credit report on the person you’re co-signing for, even if it is with another family member. If they’ve defaulted on other debts, there is a good chance they’ll default on the debt you’re co-signing.
• Ask the lender to release you from the loan when the principal balance is reduced to a certain amount.
• Examine how your credit rating and ability to borrow will be impacted.  Co-signing on a loan can sometimes impact your ability to get financing if you need it.
• Make sure you’re name is listed on the deed as a co-owner. If  you’re on the deed and you make any cash contributions, you may be able to deduct mortgage insurance, property taxes and a pro-rata portion of interest you pay. Ask your accountant or tax planner.
• If the home is sold, will you share in any appreciation or gain in value?

If you are considering buying or selling a home in Colorado Springs and you need competent and caring representation please call Melanie at 719-338-5123 or email info@BuyColoradoSpringsRealEstate.com.

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If you are a Colorado Springs home owner and you are suffering from sniffles and sneezing, you may be suffering from dust allergies. One of the most common places for dust is your bedroom. The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases offers these tips for creating a dust-free bedroom and improving air quality and breathing easier, especially for people with allergies or asthma:

• If possible, remove all rugs and carpeting from the bedroom. If this is not possible, make sure you vacuum at least twice a week.
• Encase your box spring and mattress in zippered plastic.
• Wash your bedding oce a week in at least 130 degrees water to kill dust mites or wool-stuffed comforters since they are large dust collectors.
• Clean the floos, furniture, tops of doors, ceiling fans, and window frames and sills with a damp cloth at least once a week.

For more tips or for information about purchasing a home in the Colorado Springs real estate market or a new home, please call Melanie at 719-338-5123 or email info@BuyColoradoSpringsRealEstate.com.

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Every year, Colorado Springs home owners experience accidents in their house that could have been avoided. These, include electric and kitchen fires, gas leaks, smoke, and carbon monoxide injuries, scalding from hot water, and falling down stairs. Below are seven easy, cost effective ways for reducing your chances of facing such a household calamity. Take the test and see which ones you have covered in your Colorado Springs home.

1. Have you replaced your smoke detector (s) in the last 10 years?

As of 1997, 94% of all homes have smoke detectors. In fact, a working smoke detector can reduce your risk of dying in a house fire my nearly 50%. Batteries should be changed every 6 months and smoke detectors every 10 years.

2. Does your family have an escape plan if a fire should occur?

Only 16% households have  developed and practiced fire escape plan. Always have at least 2 ways out of every room and practice these routes every 6 months. Furthermore, plan an emergency meeting place outside of your home in the event of a fire.

3. Parents, do you have anti-scald valves on all faucets and vent locks or gates on all windows?

Water temperatures can vary by up to 30 degrees Fahrenheit. Because of this, scalding is a leading cause of burn related injuries among children. Remember to install safety gates on windows, screens alone are not strong enough to prevent falls.

4. Do you have a class ABC fire extinguisher mounted near na exit on every level of your home?

Home fires are the leading cause of death in the US for people over the age of 1. That’s why, in addition to smoke and fire detectors, fire extinguishers should be located on every level of your home.

5. Do you have ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI’s) for receptacles near all water supplies and damp areas?

This includes all outlets in bathrooms, laundry areas, kitchens, or anywhere dampness meets electricity. GFCI’s act like circuit breakers to eliminate shock hazards. They will shut down the circuit if an imbalance is detected.

6. Do your stairwells have bright lights at both the top and bottome, and are your basement steps painted with illuminating paint? 

More than 42% of falling deaths result from tripping on stairs and steps. Lighting the location of steps will go a long way toward preventing tripping. Also, don’t forget to secure all rugs and carpeting on or near you steps with rubber backing or double stick tape.

7. Do all of your exterior doors have deadbolt locks on them?

Most burglars take the easy way into your home, either a door or a window. Deadbolts offer the greatest protection. Use a double cylinder bolt when there is glass in or near a door.

How many times did you answer Yes above?

0-2 Your home is hazardous, take immediate measures

3-5 Your family’s well-being is important, but you still have work to do.

6-7 Your family’s safety is top priority.

For information about purchasing a home in the Colorado Springs real estate market or a new home, please call Melanie at 719-338-5123 or email info@BuyColoradoSpringsRealEstate.com.

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