Cathy Forsythe, Realtor

01/21/2022

Unless you know how to handle yourself throughout the insurance claims process, the disaster might just be getting started. Here are six common mistakes homeowners make during this critical time.

Cathy Forsythe
Real Living 1st Choice Real Estate
970-214-0767
[email protected]

Here are the worst mistakes a claimant can make when facing a catastrophic insurance claim.

01/19/2022

An increasingly popular tactic to make your home buyer offer stand out more is the use of a seller rent-back agreement.

Cathy Forsythe
Real Living 1st Choice Real Estate
970-214-0767
[email protected]

Allowing a seller to live rent-free in a home for an agreed upon period of time might just help buyers close the deal. One of the complications of a hot housing market is that the intense competition for homes is making it harder for home sellers to plan their next move.

01/18/2022

It could be the perfect time to sell your home! Get a professional estimate of your home's worth or call (970) 669-9696 for a quick chat.

Cathy Forsythe
Real Living 1st Choice Real Estate
970-214-0767
[email protected]

Is it the perfect time to sell your home? Get a free estimate now or call (970) 669-9696 for a quick chat.

01/17/2022

Today commemorates the civil rights leader and is designated as a national day of service. Therefore, consider helping your community by calling a senior who may be lonely, picking up litter or supporting your local food bank.

01/15/2022

The right eco-friendly projects not only make your home look and feel better, they save you money and up your return if you decide to sell.

These projects may pay off in more ways than one.

01/14/2022

Your bathroom may not be the most obvious space to experiment with new trends. However, the (usually) small square footage makes it a doable update anyone can take on.

Interior designers share the bathroom trends that will dominate.

01/11/2022

Having good credit helps you prove your creditworthiness to potential lenders. If you’re hoping to buy a home, having a good credit score is key, since it helps you qualify for a mortgage.

Credit repair companies sometimes promise almost instant results, saying that they will do the hard work. However, there’s no secret to raising your score, and it can’t happen overnight.

01/09/2022

Furniture stains are usually the last thing anyone wants to think about when trying to curate the perfect domestic space, but there’s nothing remotely enjoyable about discolored blobs on upholstered furniture.

Cathy Forsythe
Real Living 1st Choice Real Estate
970-214-0767
[email protected]

Tap into your furniture savior complex

01/07/2022

For many seniors, a reverse mortgage is a great way to use home equity as a cash source. It has benefits and drawbacks, so it's important to know what you're signing up for.

Reverse mortgages have their pros and cons. Here's what you should know if you're interested in getting one.

01/06/2022

Keep tabs on all the little recurring maintenance needs of your home so you don’t let anything slip through the cracks.

After years of calling your landlord when the shower drain clogs or the oven stops working, you may be surprised by just how much maintenance and upkeep your new home requires. Of course, you know instinctively that as a homeowner, now you’re the one responsible for fixing things when they break.