Is it Economic or Psychologic?
December 5, 2008 by Bob Schenkenberger · 1 Comment
According to an article in the Rocky Mountain News, foreclosures will be down significantly in 2008 vs. 2007. There were 14 percent fewer completed foreclosures in the first nine months of this year compared to the same period in 2007, according to the report released on Thursday by the Colorado Department of Local Affairs’ Division [...]
Denver Investment Property HOT SPOT
December 2, 2008 by Bob Schenkenberger · 1 Comment
For almost a year, the Get Home Denver Team has been advising our investor clients to get into the game. While the rest of the country has been experiencing the massive devaluation of real estate, the Denver Market has (In my opinion) neared bottom, and has stabalized substantially over the past 12 months. In fact, [...]
Props from AgentGenius.com
October 31, 2008 by Bob Schenkenberger · 2 Comments
Nationally recognized, and highly acclaimed AgentGenius.com has, in the past, delivered some of the best Real Estate related content on the net. The site is continuing to evolve, and has recently released what they term “Agent Genius Sphere.” The thought is to syndicate thought leaders in the real estate world into one easy to navigate [...]
Denver Top 10 for Investment Opportunity
October 23, 2008 by Bob Schenkenberger · 3 Comments
The Denver Business Journal reported: HomeVestors of America Inc. ranked Denver No. 6 on its list of top 10 markets for residential real estate investing in the third quarter… Based on HomeVestors data, the best U.S. markets for home sales, in order, are: (1.) Dallas (2.) Houston, Texas (3.) Fort Worth, Texas (4.) Atlanta, Georgia [...]
New Wholesale Properties Coming Soon!
March 28, 2008 by Bob Schenkenberger · 1 Comment
New Wholesale deals coming early next week. I’ve identified 5 that look great on paper. I am going to look at them and shoot some pics over the weekend, and will present the ones that are actually worth buying Monday or Tuesday. I hope all 5 will be worthy of our presentation, but that’s why [...]
Refi’s up 82%
March 26, 2008 by Bob Schenkenberger · 1 Comment
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) reported today, that total mortgage applications spiked 48% last week following the Federal Reserve’s move to cut short term interest. The index that tracks refinance application actually went up 82.2%, while purchase loans were up 10.6% What I’d like to know is what percent are FHA loans. The reason for this [...]
Tips to Sell Your Home Faster- Staging (Part 6 of 6)
March 24, 2008 by Bob Schenkenberger · Leave a Comment
This is Part 6 in a series of things to do that will increase your chances of a quick home sale, for the highest possible price. Home Staging I have written on other occasions the importance of Home Staging. A showhome sells for more money and in less time than the competition! It’s a fact, [...]
Tips to Sell Your Home Faster-Atmosphere (Part 5 of 6)
March 24, 2008 by Bob Schenkenberger · Leave a Comment
This is Part 5 in a series of things to do that will increase your chances of a quick home sale, for the highest possible price. Atmoshphere 1. A clean smelling house creates a positive image in the buyer’s mind. Be aware of any odors from cooking, cigarettes, pets, etc., that may have adverse effects on [...]
Tips to Sell Your Home Faster-Space Management (Part 4 of 6)
March 24, 2008 by Bob Schenkenberger · Leave a Comment
This is Part 4 in a series of things to do that will increase your chances of a quick home sale, for the highest possible price. Manage Your Space! What we mean by this is to make your home feel as big, bright and open as possible. Here are some time tested suggestions. Arrange furniture to [...]
Staging vs. Decorating…Ding, Ding
March 19, 2008 by Bob Schenkenberger · Leave a Comment
It just so happens I ran across this great video today regarding staging a home to sell! It is also a great follow up for my post yesterday on Neutralizing your home to sell, Tips to Sell Your Home Faster-Neutralizing (Part 3 of 6) Check out the video interview of a professional stager and hear her [...]