In this real estate education podcast, hosts James Carlson and Erin Spradlin discuss how to purchase properties, how to find a good real estate agent and avoid a bad real estate agent, how to calculate your mortgage and understand your monthly mortgage payments, the timeline and nuances of the homebuying process, real estate market trends and how to start your real estate property investments. The hosts are experienced real estate investors buying their first home or their first investment. ...
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Which Candidate's Housing Policies will Help You?
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On this Real Estate Education Podcast episode, Erin and James discuss the policy proposal from both presidential candidates to see which one is most likely to help you. Also, why winter 2024 could be a great time to get a real estate deal. For more information visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/…
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The Most Popular Rental Property Configuration
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Today, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson discuss the following: ✅ 3 Ways to Avoid a Bad Tenant ✅ Most popular rental configuration #realestate #realestateinvesting #podcast #homebuyingtips ✅✅ Email us: erin@erinandjamesrealestate.com or james@erinandjamesrealestate.com Erin Spradlin | James Carlson CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro / Review of Woman of the Hour 0…
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Boommates: Home Sharing and Seniors with Roommates
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On this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, we discuss how Boomers are increasingly taking roomates. Why is the Boomates trend happening and are there opportunities for savvy homeowners? Also, can you negotiate with a builder over new construction? James' recent clients offer an example. For more information visit: https://www.erinandjames…
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What do falling interest rates mean for Colorado homebuyers?
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On the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, Erin and James debate whether short-term rentals or midterm rentals are a better investment model. Also, what does the Federal Reserve's recent interest rate cut mean for mortgage rates, home prices and buyers? For more information visit: https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/…
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What to know when buying a home with a well
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On today's Colorado Real Estate Podcast, what are the questions you need to ask when buying a property with a well system. Also, why researching property insurance might need to be your first step before offering on a home. For more information visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/Kirjoittanut Erin Spradlin, James Carlson
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The 3 Questions you should ask your realtor in Q4 2024
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On today's Colorado Real Estate Podcast, what are the questions Colorado homebuyers should ask their real estate agents before working with them? Also, what should landlords look for in a tenant's credit report? For more information visit us online at: https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/Kirjoittanut Erin Spradlin, James Carlson
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Should you renovate a home before you sell?
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On this week's Colorado Real Estate Podcast, we discuss how buyers either get low interest rates or less competition, but you don't get both. Also, if you're looking to sell your Colorado home, should you renovate first or sell as-is? For more information vist: https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/…
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Is There a Gender Wealth Gap in Real Estate? What the Numbers Reveal
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In this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, we examine the gender wealth gap in real estate, focusing on a study that found women pay 2% more when buying and sell for 2% less than men. We discussed whether this reflects weaker negotiation skills or a different investment approach. Despite these differences, women own significantly more hom…
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How to Manage Bad Reviews and the Worst Paint Colors if you're Selling Your Home.
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In this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, we explore strategies for handling one-star reviews, emphasizing professionalism and response decorum. And also discuss the least appealing exterior paint colors for homes on the market, with a specific focus on avoiding yellow. We also touch on James' exploration of basic magic tricks and their …
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3 Things You Don't Need in Your Mid Term Rental
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In this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, we discuss a recent Airbnb-related lawsuit in Denver District Court, where James served as an expert witness. Additionally, we chat about our personal experiences from summer backpacking trips in Colorado, highlighting some of our favorite trails. To wrap up the show we discuss practical advice o…
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How would VP Harris’s Housing Plan effect Real Estate and Affordability?
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The Colorado Real Estate Podcast discusses, Erins work with mid-term rental clients across the U.S. and James's ongoing buyer client transactions. They discuss the flexibility of mid-term rentals, emphasizing that most properties can be successfully rented with proper pricing and marketing, rather than a focus on specific tenant demographics like t…
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The 5 factors that keep your MTR rented
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The Colorado Real Estate Podcast discusses the five factors that help your midterm rental get rented sooner and and stay rented more often. Also, will buyers have to start paying for their agent's commission? A new policy goes into effect August 17 that could alter how buyer's agents get paid. For more info visit: https://www.erinandjamesrealestate…
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How much does a hot tub increase STR revenues?
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The Colorado Real Estate Podcast discusses a new report from AirDNA that analyzes how much more revenue certain amenities bring to your Colorado Airbnb or VRBO. Plus, these four kitchen upgrades can increase your home value. For more information visit www.erinandjamesrealestate.comKirjoittanut Erin Spradlin, James Carlson
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Guide to house-hacking in Colorado Springs
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The Colorado Real Estate Podcast discusses the different ways you can house hack in Colorado Springs to offset your mortgage. (And why seniors might be the future of this as-of-now young-person's investment strategy.) Also, why checking building permits before buying in Colorado is a vital part of the home-buying process For more information visit:…
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Who's Really Using Midterm Rentals? The Secret Revealed
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On today's show, we're diving into the topic of Airbnb deposits, a growing concern for hosts, especially in the 30-day and midterm rental spaces where larger deposits are often needed. With Airbnb's dominance in the short-term market and its increasing presence in midterm rentals, we emphasize the importance of staying compliant with their rules. N…
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Everything You Need to Know About Squatters Rights
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In this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast Erin and James discuss: Colorado Squatter Laws Who is most likely to squat in your property? Turbo Tenant content Criteria for Squatters in Colorado How to protect yourself from squatters in Colorado Property taxes and squatters What is a zombie mortgage? How do you get a zombie mortgage? How do y…
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Building and ADU in Colorado Just Got Way Easier
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In this podcast, Erin and James of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast discuss: Accessory Dwelling Units 1. What is an ADU? What is an ADU in real estate? 2. The point of Colorado's ADU law 3. Does every Colorado city have to allow for ADUs? 3. What does Colorado's ADU law do? 4. When does the Colorado ADU law go into effect? 5. Can HOAS prevent ADUs …
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5 Things to Know When You Buy a Property in Mexico
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5 Things to Know When you Buy a Property in Mexico 1. How long does it take to purchase a property in Puerto Vallarta? 2. How do I find a real estate agent in Puerto Vallarta? 3. Can you get a home loan in Mexico? Can you get a home loan in Puerto Vallarta? Do you use a lender in Mexico? How does a foreigner buy a house in Mexico? 4. Can foreigners…
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Buying Property in Mexico: The Process, the Fears and the Reasons Why You Would Do It.
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The Colorado Real Estate Podcast discusses Erin and James' recent purchase of a condo in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. What were the fears about purchasing a home in Mexico, what due diligence did they do, what was the process for buying in Mexico, and the timeline for taking possession of our new Mexican condo. For more information visit us online at h…
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Appraisal Gap Coverage + What to Do When Tenants Leave Early
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The Colorado Real Estate Podcast discusses what to do over a weekend in Colorado Springs, what is an appraisal contingency? Example of an appraisal gap. Pros and cons of appraisal gap coverage. In the second segment, the Colorado Real Estate podcast covers what to do when your tenants leave early/breaking a tenancy early. For more information visit…
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Denver Real Estate Market Update 2024 + Escalation Clause Example
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The Colorado Real Estate Podcast discusses what to do over a weekend in Colorado Springs, what an escalation clause and the best way to use an escalation clause, as well as a May 2024 Market Update for Colorado Springs Real Estate and a May 2024 Market Update for Denver Real Estate. For more information visit us online at https://www.erinandjamesre…
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Colorado's New Landlord Law: What It Means for Tenants and Real Estate
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The Colorado Real Estate Podcast discusses a new Colorado landlord law, SB 1098, designed to curb "no-cause" lease terminations and evictions, offering tenants more stability. This law requires landlords to have valid reasons to terminate leases, such as property conversion or substantial repairs, helping to even the power dynamic between landlords…
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Market Updates and Foreclosure Trends in Colorado Real Estate
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In this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, we discuss market trends in Denver and Colorado Springs, focusing on housing prices, inventory, and what to expect in the coming months. We also tackle the common question about Colorado's foreclosure rates, noting that the state has a relatively low rate compared to national averages. Additional…
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Colorado Senate Bill 33 Update: The Impact on Short-Term Rentals in Colorado
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Today we discuss Colorado Senate Bill 33, a proposed bill that would have quadrupled property taxes for short-term rentals, which was ultimately voted down. We also talk about current regulations for short-term rentals in Colorado, with varying rules across different counties. As well as a recent appearance on Turbo Tenet and updates from our real …
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Housing Prices + Men's Failure to Launch
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In this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, we explore how demographic shifts are influencing the real estate market. We discuss the "silver tsunami" of baby boomers potentially selling their homes and the counteracting demand from millennials, now the largest demographic cohort, which is keeping home prices high. Additionally. And finally…
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6 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Real Estate Investing
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On this episode of The Colorado Real Estate Podcast we review the 6 most important questions to ask yourself if you're thinking of investing in real esate. If you're a first time buyer or just looking to add to your exisitng real estate portfolio don't miss these important tips! For more infomation visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com…
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What is the state of downtown Colorado Springs?
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On this episode of the Colorado Real Estate podcast, hosts James and Erin discuss President Biden's push to eliminate hidden junk fees for tenants, Airbnb guests, and anyone buying a Taylor Swift ticket. Also, is downtown Colorado Springs cool? Is it growing? What are some of our favorite shops down there? We discuss the State of Downtown Colorado …
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What the Heck Does a Real Estate Agent do?
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In this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, hosts Erin and James discuss what Colorado real estate agents are obligated to do under the buyer-agent agreement. In the aftermath of a big real-estate lawsuit, knowing what your realtor does and does NOT do can be important. Also, President Biden's housing plan includes a $10,000 tax credit for…
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How many rental properties do you need?
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On this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, hosts James and Erin discuss whether you need to 10x everything or whether owning 100 doors is required to succeed in real estate investment. How many Colorado rental properties do you really need? Also, do you need an LLC to protect your real estate investments and how do you set up an LLC in Co…
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The NAR lawsuit will change Colorado real estate forever
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The proposed settlement agreement will alter how commissions are paid, put first-time homebuyers at risk and lead to new models of real estate representation. For more information visitKirjoittanut Erin Spradlin, James Carlson
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Assumable Loans, Real Estate AI & the Nuggets
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On this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, hosts James and Erin discuss the pros and cons of buying or selling a property with an assumable loan. Also, we discuss how AI is being used in real estate listings. Finally, we talk about the Denver Nuggets basketball team. For more information visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/…
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What's a Better Investment: House or Condo?
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On this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, hosts James and Erin discuss why condos are not the terrible investment everyone thinks they are. Also, the proposed law that would quadruple property taxes for Colorado STR owners is changing. Finally, the Cottonwood Arts Center offers the best writing courses in Colorado Springs. For more infor…
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In the real estate market, don't time it. Just hold.
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On this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, hosts Erin and James discuss timing the real estate market, or rather why you shouldn't try to do it. Also, an update on wildfire risks at Colorado mountain properties after James' clients pulled out of a deal. Finally, Nightingale might be the best bakery in Colorado Springs. For more informatio…
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This Colorado Airbnb could gross $200,000 per year
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On this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, hosts James and Erin discuss: Erin's real estate consulting business with medium-term rental hosts to maximize their midterm rental listing, and how James' clients are under contract on a Colorado vacation rental that could gross upwards of $200,000 a year. How Silverthorne is one of the best (an…
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What new development is coming to Colorado Springs in 2024?
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On this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, hosts James and Erin discuss: New development coming to Colorado Springs in 2024, including the Sunset Amphitheatre and new apartment housing in downtown Colorado Springs. How homeowners get to retirement with 40 times the wealth of renters. Illegal Pete's, mission-style burrito shop, is finally …
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Will This Law Kill Airbnb in Colorado?
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On this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, hosts Erin and James discuss: A proposed Colorado law that would increase property taxes for STRs by 400% Is the Colorado housing market heating up again? Gratitude, a new sober, no-alcohol bar in downtown Colorado Springs For more information visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/…
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What does $400,000 buy you in Colorado Springs?
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ErIn this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, hosts James and Erin discuss tax deductions homeowners and Colorado real estate investors can take on their tax returns. Also, a recent New York Times article highlighted what kind of home you can get for $400,000 in Colorado Springs. Finally, we cover the three best coffee shops in Colorado Sp…
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4 Tips for Midterm Rental Success in 2024
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On today's Colorado Real Estate Podcast, hosts Erin and James discuss four tips for optimizing your midterm rental in 2024. Also, is it cheaper to rent or to buy in Colorado right now? Finally, The Block is a no-frills bar and pub in downtown Colorado Springs that offers some good events. For more information visit us online at https://www.erinandj…
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How These Four Warren Buffet Quotes Pertain to Real Estate in 2024
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On this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, hosts James Carlson and Erin Spradlin discuss how to look at the 2024 real estate market in Colorado through the wisdom of Warren Buffet. Also, what is a hard money loan? Finally, we list the three best public parks in Colorado Springs. For more information visit us online at https://www.erinandj…
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New Colorado Rental Laws for 2024
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On this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, hosts Erin Spradlin and James Carlson discuss Colorado legislation regarding how landlords can handle pets in their rental properties. Plus, Colorado also enacted the Family and Medical Leave Insurance law. Finally, the state is one of the first to allow mushroom healing centers. For more informa…
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Interview with an STR and MTR cleaner in Colorado
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In this episode of the Colorado Real Estate podcast, host Erin Spradlin talks with Sarah Champlin of Eco Clean about cleaning short-term rentals and medium-term rentals here in Colorado. They discuss STR and MTR cleaning horror stories, and tips and tricks to make your rental shine for guests. You can reach Sarah at sarah@peakconsulting.us or onlin…
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2024 Colorado Real Estate Predictions
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On this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, hosts Erin Spradlin and James Carlson give their 2024 predictions for real estate. What trends will we see in Colorado real estate in the new year? Will home prices drop in 2024? How will demographic shifts in 2024 change the Colorado real estate market? What's the outlook for medium-term and sho…
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Everything You Need to Know About Well Systems in Colorado
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In this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, hosts James Carlson and Erin Spradlin discuss how income from ADUs and mother-in-law suites can now be used for loan qualification. Also, if you're buying a mountain home in Colorado, what do you need to know about wells? Finally, Mountain Standard Goods is one of the best new boutiques for men a…
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Real Estate Commissions are About to Change
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In this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, hosts Erin Spradlin and James Carlson discuss how a recent lawsuit might change who pays for realtor's commissions in real estate transactions. Also, higher mortgage rates are giving buyers more power in the form of seller concessions. Finally, Erin went to an open mic night at 3E's Comedy Club i…
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What home improvements add the most value?
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In this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, hosts Erin Spradlin and James Carlson discuss what repairs or remodels increase your home's value. Also, we ponder the age-old question, "With higher interest rates, is it a good time to buy in Colorado?" Finally, is Denver or Colorado Springs the friendlier city? For more information visit us on…
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Erin Spradlin Talks with Mortgage Lender Kim Majors with Bank Central in Colorado Springs
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In this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, Erin Spradlin talks with mortgage lender Kim Majors with Bank Central in Colorado Springs about whether mortgage rates are stabilizing, what you should look for in a lender, and any steps you should take before buying a home. For more information visit us online at https://www.erinandjamesrealest…
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The 3 ways landlords can appeal to traveling nurses
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In this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, hosts Erin Spradlin and James Carlson discuss how aspiring medium-term rental owners can appeal to traveling nurses. (Hint: it's not all about proximity to hospitals.) Also, is Walk Score the most important criteria for real estate investors to look at when deciding where to invest in Colorado? F…
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How our clients bought an STR in a Colorado county that doesn't allow them.
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In this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, hosts Erin Spradlin and James Carlson discuss how we got some clients under contract on a short-term rental investment property outside of Evergreen, Colorado when no other Airbnb investments are allowed. Also, are assumable mortgages about to be huge? Finally, Hive Body Piercing & Fine Jewelry i…
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The One Town Near Breckenridge that Allows STRs
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In this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, hosts Erin Spradlin and James Carlson discuss Blue River, the only place in Summit County that allows short-term rentals or vacation rentals and just a 5-minute drive to Colorado's biggest ski town. Also, why a new Redfin survey says buying a house is more stressful than dating. Finally, if you'r…
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Are solar panels a good investment for your Colorado home?
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In this episode of the Colorado Real Estate Podcast, hosts Erin Spradlin and James Carlson discuss whether installing solar panels on your Colorado home offer a good return on investment. Also, what steps should you take to winterize your house as the weather cools down. Finally, looking for one of the best breakfasts in Colorado Springs? Try out B…
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