Rents have increased significantly this year. The latest National Rent Report from Apartmentlist.com shows rents are rising at a rate much higher than the three years leading up to the pandemic:“Since January of this year, the national median rent has increased by a staggering 16.4 percent. To put t

Some HighlightsApplying for a mortgage is a big step towards homeownership, but it doesn’t need to be one you fear. Here are some tips to help you prepare.Know your credit score and work to build strong credit. When you’re ready, lean on your agent to connect you with a lender so you can get pre-app

The rise in remote work is changing what many Americans want in their homes. Many companies are choosing to delay reopening or go remote full-time, and today’s buyers are looking for homes with more space to support their work needs.As a seller, if you no longer need the extra room you have in your

  The 2021 EXIT Realty Corporate awards were held last week virtually, and EXIT Realty Mountain View had 2 stand out brokers who walked away as EXIT Award winners.   Congratulations Kendall Roth-Sukach, broker associate of EXIT Realty Mountain View for achieving the Bronze Level Award for closing 2

The biggest challenge in real estate today is the lack of available homes for sale. The low housing supply has caused homes throughout the country to appreciate at a much faster rate than what we’ve experienced historically.There are many reasons for the limited number of homes on the market, but as

There’s a lot of talk lately about how challenging it can be to find a home to buy. While housing inventory is still low, there are a few important things to understand about the supply of homes for sale as we move into the end of the year.The Number of Homes for Sale Usually Peaks in the FallIn the

Buyers in today’s market often have questions about the importance of getting a home appraisal and an inspection. That’s because high buyer demand and low housing supply are driving intense competition and leading some buyers to consider waiving those contingencies to stand out in the crowded market

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If you're looking to get out this weekend and take in the season here is a list of  Pumpkin Patches located in Southern Colorado with links to their websites. Colorado Pumpkin Patch - Monument Longneck Pumpkin Farms - Colorado Springs Venetucci Farms - Colorado Springs Miner's Pumpkin Patch - Color

Some HighlightsIf you’re a homeowner, today’s rising equity is great news. On average, homeowners have gained $51,500 in equity since this time last year.Whether it’s funding an education, fueling your next move, or starting a business, your home equity is a great tool you can use to power your drea

It’s impossible to research the subject of buying a home without coming across a headline declaring that the fall in home affordability is a crisis. However, when we add context to the most recent affordability statistics, we soon realize that, though homes are less affordable than they have been ov

While today’s supply of homes for sale is still low, the number of newly built homes is increasing. If you’re ready to sell but have held off because you weren’t sure you’d be able to find a home to move into, newly built homes and those under construction can provide the options you’ve been waiting

  Charonda Wills joined  EXIT Realty Mountain View in May of this year, but has had a long standing relationship with EXIT Realty.  As an agent who's an expert in this local area, Charonda brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise about buying and selling real estate here in Colorado Springs and a

If you’re looking to buy or sell a house, chances are you’ve heard talk about today’s rising home prices. And while this increase in home values is great news for sellers, you may be wondering what the future holds. Will prices continue to rise with time, or should you expect them to fall?To answer

By Kathy and Troy Dooley, Regional Owners, EXIT Realty Alabama and Mississippi We heard a sermon not too long ago entitled, “Be A Bridge, Not A Barrier”. We didn’t realize how important it was for us to hear it, but over the last while we have been able to put this message into our daily […]The post

Sellers have a great opportunity this season as buyer demand still heavily outweighs the current supply of homes for sale. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), today’s housing inventory sits at only a 2.6-month supply. To put that into perspective, a neutral market typically feat

BoxBrownie.com, the global leader in virtual staging technology, announces today their new partnership with EXIT Realty Corp. International. With this partnership, EXIT has provided its network with the ability to utilize BoxBrownie.com’s virtual staging and photo enhancement technology to refine it

 Some HighlightsThe best advice carries across multiple areas of life. When it comes to homebuying, a few simple tips can help you stay on track.Because of increased demand, you’ll need to be patient and embrace compromises during your search. Then, once you’ve fallen in love, commit by putting your

Tami Bonnell, Co-Chair of EXIT Realty Corp. International, was recently honored with the Corporate Award by Women in the Housing & Real Estate Ecosystem (NAWRB).  Mrs. Bonnell was recognized among several industry and community leaders in categories including diversity and inclusion, finance and con

As you follow the news, you’re likely seeing headlines discussing what’s going on in today’s housing market. Chances are high that some of the more recent storylines you’ve come across mention terms like cooling or slowing when talking about where the market is headed.But what do these terms mean? T