COVID-19 Denver Real Estate Updates
Doug Phelps, Realtor and Broker Associate with Colorado Home Realty
  • Home
  • Buying
  • Selling
  • Golf Course Homes
  1. Home→
  2. Blog→
  3. First-Time Buyers
View Post

D- Driving Range: How first time home buyers can prepare for their first home

In First-Time Buyers, ABC's of Real Estate by Doug PhelpsMay 28, 2019

This post is part of an ongoing series where we talk about my two favorite things: golf and real estate! Stay tuned for more golf-themed posts as we go through the ABC’s of real estate and provide helpful tips for home buyers and sellers alike.

View Post

W is for Walk-Through

In Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Real Estate Advice by Doug PhelpsApril 16, 2019

This post is part of an ongoing series, “ABC’s of Real Estate.” Stay tuned for more posts as I run through the a-z of real estate and provide helpful tips for home buyers and sellers alike.

View Post

“E” is for Earnest Money Deposit

In First-Time Buyers by Doug PhelpsJuly 18, 2018

If you find your dream home you will need to put down some earnest money to show you are serious about buying the property.

View Post

Why Buying a New Home is Like a Round of Golf

In Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Practical Tips, Real Estate Advice by Doug PhelpsJuly 14, 2018

There are many similarities when it comes to buying a house and playing golf. If you like golf then treat buying a home in the same manner, it promises to be more pleasurable.

View Post

“D” is for Disclosures

In Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Homeowners, Real Estate Advice by Doug PhelpsJuly 10, 2018

This post is part of an ongoing series, “ABC’s of Real Estate.” Stay tuned for more posts as I run through the a-z of real estate and provide helpful tips for home buyers and sellers alike. *** If you have any experience with buying or selling a home, the word “disclosures” might come with a certain level of worry. But …

View Post

“C” is for Closing (Costs)

In Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Real Estate Advice, Sellers by Doug PhelpsJuly 3, 2018

Don’t plan to buy a home and learn of costs later down the road. Know where you will stand financially.

View Post

“A” is for Agent

In Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Real Estate Advice, Sellers by Doug PhelpsJune 19, 2018

You may feel in this day and age, with the internet at your finger tips, that you do not need a Real Estate Agent. This gives you an insight to why you really should still use a reliable Realtor.

View Post

Gift Idea: Money for the Down Payment on a House

In Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Homeowners, Real Estate Advice by Doug PhelpsJune 5, 2018

Loan programs allow some or all the down payment for a new house to come as a gift from a family member, find out how

View Post

3 Ways to Help Make Your Child’s Home Ownership a Reality

In Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Homeowners, Real Estate Advice by Doug PhelpsMay 30, 2018

 Here are some of the ways to help children get into their first home

View Post

The Importance of Home Inspection

In Buyers, Colorado, First-Time Buyers, Real Estate Advice by Doug PhelpsMay 21, 2018

It is so important to have a professional home inspection done while in the process of buying a home. Defects can be common even in newly constructed homes.

View Post

Understanding the Appraisal “Waiver” Scenario in Home Buying

In Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Practical Tips, Real Estate Advice by Doug PhelpsMarch 28, 2018

Understanding an appraisal waiver in this competitive Denver real estate market and using this strategy to get your offer accepted.

View Post

Your Credit Is Much More Than a Plastic Card

In Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Practical Tips, Real Estate Advice by Doug PhelpsMarch 20, 2018

It is important to understand and check credit reports periodically, this can go a long way in helping your financial trustworthiness be the best that it can be.

View Post

5 TIPS TO MAKE THE HOME BUYING EXPERIENCE FUN AND EFFICIENT

In Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Practical Tips, Real Estate Advice by Doug PhelpsMarch 8, 2018

Home buying should be fun, follow these 5 suggestions to make the experience more rewarding.

View Post

Contributing Factors to Being the Winning Offer on a Property

In Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Real Estate Advice by Doug PhelpsJune 29, 2017Leave a Comment

In our current Denver Front Range market, it is easy to think the only way for a buyer to be the winning offer on the property is to be the highest price. An offer by a buyer working with me as their agent is going to be better because we are better prepared making an offer. The highest priced offer …

View Post

Choosing the Right Lender

In Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Homeowners, Practical Tips, Real Estate Advice by Doug PhelpsJune 16, 2017Leave a Comment

View Post

The American Dream: Much More Than Just a House

In Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Homeowners, Sellers by Doug PhelpsJune 2, 2017Leave a Comment

Home ownership has been a key strategy used by the American Federal Government throughout the years to help the economy and build the American Dream.

View Post

What Makes Some Homes Better Investments Than Others?

In Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Real Estate Advice by Doug PhelpsMay 2, 2017Leave a Comment

When looking for a home with a healthy long term equity outlook, consider these factors that may guide you towards the best choice.

View Post

Does The Neighborhood Meet Your Needs?

In Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Practical Tips by Doug PhelpsDecember 21, 2016Leave a Comment

Choosing the right neighborhood is an important part of choosing your dream home. Utilize these online resources to give you the information you need to make a smart decision.

View Post

Buyers – Gain an Edge in the Denver Metro Market

In Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Homeowners by Doug PhelpsDecember 6, 2016Leave a Comment

When looking for your dream home, come prepared. Take these steps to optimize your chances of success during the ‘offer’ process.

View Post

Some Clarity to The Appraisal “Waiver” Scenario

In Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Sellers by Doug PhelpsJune 28, 2016Leave a Comment

Waiving the appraisal objection can be an effective strategy for a Buyer when placing an offer on a property against competing offers. Understanding the process and results is the first step in deciding how much above an appraised value you are willing to guarantee.

  • Page 1 of 3
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • →

Search the Blog

Subscribe to receive a free weekly digest of posts

Thank you for subscribing to our blog! To confirm your subscription please check your inbox or spam folders.Thank you!

Recent Posts

  • 2020 Metro Denver Real Estate Market Update and Predictions for 2021 January 22, 2021
  • This Is How to Buy a House on a Golf Course January 22, 2021
  • For Sale: 13850 E Marina Drive 102, Unit 102, Aurora, CO 80014 January 19, 2021
  • For Sale: 3870 S Fraser St APT N05, Aurora, CO 80014 January 19, 2021
  • Here’s How You’ll Know You’ve Found the Right Agent January 17, 2021

Categories

  • ABC's of Real Estate (26)
  • About (1)
  • Active Lifestyle Living (26)
  • Buyers (121)
  • Colorado (12)
  • Colorado Skiing (1)
  • COVID-19 (15)
  • Devotionals (2)
  • FAQ's (9)
  • First-Time Buyers (41)
  • First-Time Buyers (6)
  • Golf Course Living (6)
  • Golfing (3)
  • Green living (9)
  • Guides (1)
  • Home improvements (17)
  • Homeowners (77)
  • Life at CHR (1)
  • Listing Video (2)
  • Market Trends (15)
  • Market Update (9)
  • Practical Tips (56)
  • Protecting your home (6)
  • Qualified Mortgages (1)
  • Real Estate Advice (36)
  • Renovating your home (2)
  • Seller Insights (3)
  • Sellers (74)
  • Selling (4)
  • Virtual Marketing For Sellers (1)
  • Women (1)
  • Home
  • Buying
  • Selling
  • Golf Course Living
  • Client Testimonials
  • Free Home Value & More
  • Featured Listings
  • Recent Sales
  • Open Houses
  • Property Search
  • Meet Doug
  • Blog
  • Videos
  • Contact
  • Who Is CHR?

© 2020 Doug Phelps, Realtor

Doug Phelps, Realtor
2509 West Main Street
Littleton, CO 80120

(720) 323-4176

Image
Image
IDX Logo The content relating to real estate for sale in this Web site comes in part from the Internet Data eXchange (IDX) program of METROLIST, INC., DBA RECOLORADO © Real estate listings held by brokers other than {{{account_mls_firm_nm}}} are marked with the IDX Logo. This information is being provided for the consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any other purpose. All information subject to change and should be independently verified. See Disclaimer
Listing Data last updated: January 22, 2021 16:00 MST
Service by Buying Buddy IDX CRM
  • Home
  • Buying
  • Selling
  • Golf Course Homes

Did you find what you were looking for?