Colorado Springs Real Estate Resources by Alan Daniels

John McCain, Sarah Palin, and Barack Obama in Colorado Springs!

It is great to see so many candidates coming to Colorado Springs no matter what party you are affiliated or unaffiliated with! Many candidates have come to Colorado Springs, CO during the primaries leading up to the Democrat and Republican Conventions and plan to all the way to the presidential election. Democratic Presidential Candidate Barack Obama visited Colorado Springs on July 2nd and addressed a crowd at UCCS (the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs). He used the opportunity to lay out his agenda on national service in the military and in civic service. There are no future visits planned to Colorado Springs that are known of for Obama at this point. Republican Presidential Candidate John McCain and his newly selected running mate Sarah Palin will be in Colorado Springs on Saturday, September 6 for a huge rally at the Colorado Jet Center (1575 Aviation Way in Colorado Springs). Doors will open about 9 a.m. with John McCain and Sarah Palin ..(read more)

Colorado Springs Newspaper

We have had a number of people ask us about a Colorado Springs Newspaper. There are a number of newspapers in Colorado Springs to chose from. If you are looking for news and topics in a major newspaper or news specific to an area or topic Colorado Springs has it covered! General Newspapers for Colorado Springs: The Gazette is the largest newspaper circulated in the area and is one of the better papers I have seen in the state. The Colorado Springs Independent is another newspaper that has a fairly large circulation for the area. Follow the link below for more. Specific Newspapers in Colorado Springs: The Colorado Springs Business Journal is a great read that focuses on business and developement in Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region. You will also find Military specific newspapers for The Air Force Academy (Academy Spirit), Fort Carson (Mountaineer), Peterson Air Force Base ..(read more)

Fort Carson Soldiers Deployed to Iraq Wednesday

Around 230 members of Fort Carson's 2nd Brigade Combat Team and 4th Infantry Division deployed to Iraq on Wednesday for 12-months. Half of the troops have served in Iraq before and the other half are on their first tour of duty there. Stay safe and thanks for your service to this country!

Black Forest Real Estate Market Report For July 2008

The beautiful Black Forest area on the northern edge of Colorado Springs was named by a German immigrant who noticed a striking resemblance with the many Ponderosa Pines found here and Germany's own famous Black Forest. 200,000 acres make up the large area in Black Forest, Colorado Springs. Homes in Black Forest can be found in a number of different styles and price ranges. Cathedral Pines, Flying Horse, Highland Park, Elkhorn Estates, Woodmen Hills, Palmer Divide, Park Forest Estates, Camelot, Sylvan Meadows, Red Fox Ridge, Abert Ridge, Eagle Wing Estates, Terra Ridge, Longview Estates, Forestgate, Blue Spruce Estates, High Forest Ranch, Black Forest Reserve, Wildwood Ranch Estates and Walden Preserve are just some of the neighborhoods within the Black Forest area. Black Forest Single Family Homes and Patio Homes: Monthly Listing Activity For Black Forest Real Estate- Available Homes in Black Forest – 472 Median List Price For Homes in ..(read more)

Northgate Colorado Springs Market Report For July 2008

Northgate Colorado Springs is a wonderful area on the north end of Colorado Springs that has been popular for easy commutes and nice amenties. Homes in NGT Colorado Springs can be found in a number of different price ranges. Abert Estates, Falcons Nest, Falcon View, Flying Horse, Gleneagle, Greyhawk, Pleasant View Estates, Stone Crossing At Middle Creek, Northgate Highlands, Struthers Ranch, Sun Hills, Trail Ridge, and Wildwood are just a few of the neighborhoods that can be found in the Northgate Colorado Springs Area. Here are the latest numbers. Northgate Colorado Springs Single Family Homes and Patio Homes: Monthly Listing Activity For Northgate Colorado Springs Real Estate- Available Homes in Northgate Colorado Springs – 242 Median List Price For Homes in NGT Colorado Springs - $424,400 Average List Price For Homes in NGT Colorado Springs - $557,558 Listings Added to Market in NGT ..(read more)

Northwest Colorado Springs Market Report For July 2008

Northwest Colorado Springs is a beautiful area nestled into the foothills on the north end of Colorado Springs bodering the southern boundary of the Air Force Academy. Homes in N/W Colorado Springs can be found in a number of different price ranges. Discovery, Rockrimmon, Mountain Shadows, Peregrine, Pinecliff, Woodman Oaks and Woodstone are just a few of the neighborhoods that can be found in the Northwest Colorado Springs Area. Here are the latest numbers. Northwest Colorado Springs Single Family Homes and Patio Homes: Monthly Listing Activity For Northwest Colorado Springs Real Estate- Available Homes in Northwest Colorado Springs – 191 Median List Price For Homes in N/W Colorado Springs - $379,900 Average List Price For Homes in N/W Colorado Springs - $445,974 Listings Added to Market in N/W Colorado Springs - 45 Listings Pending Contract in N/W Colorado Springs – ..(read more)

Northeast Colorado Springs Market Report For July 2008

Northeast Colorado Springs covers a large area and is encompassed by many different neighborhoods. Homes in N/E Colorado Springs can be found in a number of different price ranges. Garden Ranch, Erindale, Vista Grande, Saint Andrews, University Park, and Wagon Trails are just a few of the neighborhoods that can be found in the Northeast Colorado Springs Area. Here are the latest numbers. Northeast Colorado Springs Single Family Homes and Patio Homes: Monthly Listing Activity For Northeast Colorado Springs Real Estate- Available Homes in N/E Colorado Springs – 419 Median List Price For Homes in N/E Colorado Springs - $255,900 Average List Price For Homes in N/E Colorado Springs - $317,638 Listings Added to Market in N/E Colorado Springs - 130 Listings Pending Contract in N/E Colorado Springs – 61 Expired/Withdrawn Listings in N/E Colorado Springs – ..(read more)

Briargate Real Estate Market Report for July 2008

Briargate is a wonderful master planned community in Colorado Springs covering 10,000 acres on the northern edge of Colorado Springs, Colorado. Homes in Briargate can be found in a number of different price ranges. Anderosa Heights, Charleston Place, Charter Greens, Contrails, Cordera, Fairfax, Gatehouse, Havenwood, Lexington Heights, Meadowridge, Misty Meadows, Pine Creek, Rampart Meadows, Rangewood, Sable Chase, Sagewood, Spring Crest, Stoneglen, Summerfield, Wedgewood, Windjammer, Woodside and Wolf Ranch are just some of the neighborhoods within the Briargate area. Briargate Single Family Homes and Patio Homes: Monthly Listing Activity For Briargate Real Estate- Available Homes in Briargate – 352 Median List Price For Homes in Briargate - $350,000 Average List Price For Homes in Briargate - $388,927 Listings Added to Market in Briargate- 93 Listings Pending Contract in Briargate – 42 Expired/Withdrawn Listings in ..(read more)

Colorado Springs Parade of Homes

It's that time of year again! I am already getting excited about the 2008 Parade of Homes in Colorado Springs. It is always fun to see how the latest new homes in Colorado Springs are designed. The unique architecture, landscaping, design touches, and communities showcased in the Parade of Homes tend to offer a good taste of what new home construction in Colorado Springs is all about for 2008. Flying Horse and Banning Lewis Ranch are the two main sites to visit this year for the Parade of Homes. There are a total of 29 new homes in the Parade with 11 of the homes over 1 million dollars. The Colorado Springs Parade of Homes runs from August 8 - 24 where tickets will run $10 each. The Parade of Homes will be open daily from 10AM – 6PM everyday. Tickets for the Parade of Homes can be purchased at Safeway: Adults between ages 18 – 64: $10 each Seniors ages 65 or older: $5 each ..(read more)

Home Loan Pre-Qualification vs. Pre-Approval

Pre-Qualification is the first step in the mortgage financing process. You will answer a few questions to provide the lender with a quick idea of your income, existing debt, total savings and information on any co-borrowers. A Pre-Approval is a much stronger documentation as it is in writing and shows that you have the full support of the lender. It means the Loan Application has been completed and reviewed by an underwriter. This is very important in saving you any hiccups in the loan process leading up to closing. The underwriter will review your income, debt ratio, and savings. You will have an exact amount that you qualify for from this point. Another reason why pre-approval is necessary before viewing homes. A pre-approval looks much stronger to a potential home seller showing that the financing is in place, and may make the difference in getting a home that has multiple offers on it. A pre-qualification is nice, but a ..(read more)

Colorado Springs Named America’s Most Dog Friendly City!

The world's most commonly read dog magazine, Dog Fancy, has named Colorado Springs, Colorado, the 2008 winner of DogTown USA. DogTown USA is a national competition in which Dog Fancy readers nominate America's most dog-friendly city. They look at the number of dog friendly open spaces, dog parks, events for dogs and dog owners, vet to dog ratios, abundant pet supply and other services, and municipal laws that support and protect all pets.

"Some cities clearly roll out the red carpet for dogs and their owners," says Susan Chaney, editor of Dog Fancy. "Each year, it's gratifying to read about so many organizations and individuals who work toward making their cities welcoming to dogs. We're very pleased to honor Colorado Springs this year, and congratulate it for avoiding legislation like that adopted by Denver which bans pit-bull-type dogs."

Other Top Ranked Cities:
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Northgate Colorado Springs Market Report For June 2008

Northgate Colorado Springs is a wonderful area on the north end of Colorado Springs that has been popular for easy commutes and nice amenties. Homes in NGT Colorado Springs can be found in a number of different price ranges. Abert Estates, Falcons Nest, Falcon View, Flying Horse, Gleneagle, Greyhawk, Pleasant View Estates, Stone Crossing At Middle Creek, Northgate Highlands, Struthers Ranch, Sun Hills, Trail Ridge, and Wildwood are just a few of the neighborhoods that can be found in the Northgate Colorado Springs Area. Here are the latest numbers. Northgate Colorado Springs Single Family Homes and Patio Homes: Monthly Listing Activity For Northgate Colorado Springs Real Estate- Available Homes in Northgate Colorado Springs – 260 Median List Price For Homes in NGT Colorado Springs - $417,000 Average List Price For Homes in NGT Colorado Springs - $534,588 Listings Added to Market in NGT ..(read more)

Northwest Colorado Springs Market Report For June 2008

Northwest Colorado Springs is a beautiful area nestled into the foothills on the north end of Colorado Springs bodering the southern boundary of the Air Force Academy. Homes in N/W Colorado Springs can be found in a number of different price ranges. Discovery, Rockrimmon, Mountain Shadows, Peregrine, Pinecliff, Woodman Oaks and Woodstone are just a few of the neighborhoods that can be found in the Northwest Colorado Springs Area. Here are the latest numbers. Northwest Colorado Springs Single Family Homes and Patio Homes: Monthly Listing Activity For Northwest Colorado Springs Real Estate- Available Homes in Northwest Colorado Springs – 211 Median List Price For Homes in N/W Colorado Springs - $369,888 Average List Price For Homes in N/W Colorado Springs - $430,777 Listings Added to Market in N/W Colorado Springs - 65 Listings Pending Contract in N/W Colorado Springs – ..(read more)

Northeast Colorado Springs Market Report For June 2008

Northeast Colorado Springs covers a large area and is encompassed by many different neighborhoods. Homes in N/E Colorado Springs can be found in a number of different price ranges. Garden Ranch, Erindale, Vista Grande, Saint Andrews, University Park, and Wagon Trails are just a few of the neighborhoods that can be found in the Northeast Colorado Springs Area. Here are the latest numbers. Northeast Colorado Springs Single Family Homes and Patio Homes: Monthly Listing Activity For Northeast Colorado Springs Real Estate- Available Homes in N/E Colorado Springs – 441 Median List Price For Homes in N/E Colorado Springs - $249,900 Average List Price For Homes in N/E Colorado Springs - $314,499 Listings Added to Market in N/E Colorado Springs - 149 Listings Pending Contract in N/E Colorado Springs – 64 Expired/Withdrawn Listings in N/E Colorado Springs – ..(read more)

Briargate Real Estate Market Report for June 2008

Briargate is a wonderful master planned community in Colorado Springs covering 10,000 acres on the northern edge of Colorado Springs, Colorado. Homes in Briargate can be found in a number of different price ranges. Anderosa Heights, Charleston Place, Charter Greens, Contrails, Cordera, Fairfax, Gatehouse, Havenwood, Lexington Heights, Meadowridge, Misty Meadows, Pine Creek, Rampart Meadows, Rangewood, Sable Chase, Sagewood, Spring Crest, Stoneglen, Summerfield, Wedgewood, Windjammer, Woodside and Wolf Ranch are just some of the neighborhoods within the Briargate area. Briargate Single Family Homes and Patio Homes: Monthly Listing Activity For Briargate Real Estate- Available Homes in Briargate – 362 Median List Price For Homes in Briargate - $348,650 Average List Price For Homes in Briargate - $388,524 Listings Added to Market in Briargate- 110 Listings Pending Contract in Briargate – 60 Expired/Withdrawn ..(read more)