The Home Inspection
For most people, buying a home is a purchase that involves both emotion and intuition. Once the decision to purchase a particular home is made, the conscious mind searches for…
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What is an Easement?
An easement is a legal designation that allows for the right to use or enter the real property of another without actually possessing that property. This right is for a…
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Lead Paint Disclosure: Regulations and Responsibilities in Colorado
As a landlord, Home Seller, REALTOR® or Property Manager, it’s important that you’re aware of your responsibilities and obligations –to make sure you’re following both federal and state regulations to…
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Mold in Houses – Practical Guide For Home Buyers and Sellers
Mold in houses has received increased attention in recent years. When you look at the damage caused to both the physical health of humans and property this concern becomes clear.…
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Don’t Forget The Septic Inspection When Buying a House
If you are buying a house that has a septic system it is essential that you get that system inspected. Septic systems are just that “systems” and with any type…
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Sump What? What You Need to Know About Sump Pumps
Weather patterns seem to be changing everywhere. Along the front range of Colorado, we are seeing heavier than usual rainfall, especially during the spring and summer months. While the water…
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Why Buyers Should Get Sewer Inspections
Sewer lines are an afterthought for most homeowners until there is a problem. Sewer lines can back up when you least expect it causing nasty flooding and serious damage. If…
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Everything You Need to Know About Radon
Credit: JCHaywire under license CC BY 2.0 Radon is an important topic for both home buyers and sellers to understand. While there are differing opinions as to the effects of…
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Be Smart, Be Ready and Ace Your Appraisal
The Home Appraisal process is something both home buyers and home sellers need to understand. In the Steps to Selling a House, the appraisal will determine how much your home…
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Are Home Warranties a Good Idea?
We have all heard the stories, someone we know buys a house and has problems right after they move in. Big problems like the water heater bursts, the furnace stops…
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