Colorado Real Estate by The Roy Team

08/30/2026

The following checklist is pertinent to domestic moves only. Moving abroad requires an entirely different set of tasks. Feel free to adjust the timelines according to how busy your life is. You may need to complete some of the tasks earlier. 8 to 10 Weeks before the Move: ...

08/23/2026

Of course you know that you'll need to pay a down payment on any home you hope to purchase with a mortgage (unless you'll be using a VA or USDA home loan). But, did you know that you will also need cash for an 'earnest money deposit?' Indeed you will, and it's a fact that surprises many first-time.....

08/16/2026

07/15/2026

Once you've chosen a moving company it's time to go over the contract. Read it thoroughly before signing it. Scrutinize it to ensure that it lists the correct price, that the pickup and delivery dates and times are as promised and that everything you asked to be put in writing is included. Don't sig...

07/08/2026

Buying real estate means also buying insurance ― several different types, in fact. Private mortgage insurance (PMI) is sometimes demanded by the lender to ensure the loan is repaid if the borrower defaults. Homeowner's insurance is a necessity to protect the lender's financial interests. Then ther...

06/30/2026

If you've ever spent time bargaining in a Mexican street market, you may think you've honed your negotiating skills to a fine point. Haggling over the price of a curio, however, and negotiating the price of a home couldn't be more different. Let's take a look at some things to consider when determin...