Massive Success:Q1 By Doug Osness

Doug has written an inspiring book to reveal the tools he has used to double his income and doubled his joy every year, for the past four years, as a Realtor in one of the worst housing economies in history. His process has revolutionized his business and his life and he wants to share the tools he developed over this four year period. He shares stories and quotes that have inspired him and how finding your purpose in life will change everything in your life!

The format for the book is that of a workbook. He gives some ideas, quotes and activities for each day and the reader's job is to do the work! Like any book that claims to change your life, it can only benefit the reader if you actually apply the principles into your life.

I can personally encourage you to find Massive Success:Q1 on Amazon.com. I have been a part of Doug's first "Champions League" group and have exprienced many "aha" moments as I implement his ideas to learn to motivate myself in my own business. One of the most meaningful activities for me has been to discover my "Big Why" which helps me to live with purpose!

Susan Snow will have Doug Osness as her guest on her radio show "Hope 4 Homeowners" which will air Thursday, March 8th at 10:00MST on Castle Rock Radio. Listen in and you will not be disappointed! Be prepared to be motivated!

We will be closing tomorrow on a home in Tthe Meadows Castle Rock (3116 W Indian Summer Ln). We actually received an offer and had this listing under contract in 3 days.

We have several buyers looking in the Castle Rock area and have some past clients in the area that are considering putting their homes up for sale. We wanted to give all of you access to the latest market statistics for the neighborhood so you had all of the information you needed.

This is a snapshot of the sold homes in The Meadows over the past 3 months. If you would like a more detailed analysis of all of the Castle Rock homes for sale or a market analysis of your specific home, feel free to give us a call at 303-817-0209.

The Meadows Castle Rock Homes for Sale

Sold Homes

While there are several Castle Rock foreclosures and Castle Rock short sales on the market, the overall conditions are strong in the area. The home we listed and put under contract in 3 days was a standard resale home and NOT a foreclosure or short sale. Give us a call and find out more.

Search Castle Rock Colorado Real Estate by Neighborhoods

Here is a new easier way to search for Castle Rock real estate and homes for sale.

We have setup a better more customer friendly way to search for Castle Rock real estate. We have setup predefined searches for each neighborhood in Castle Rock. All you have to do is scroll down the right side bar and click the name of the neighborhood you are most interested in learning about. Immediately you will go to a page that shows you every single family home, condo, land or lot listed for sale in the MLS for that neighborhood.

Search For Castle Rock CO Homes

No more going to a real estate site and having to input search criteria. We have done the search for you. We will also be adding searches which will be broken down into price ranges. Simple, easy and waiting for you.

Sold homes in Castle Rock will be shown in the future but for now, as we build this blog, we will begin with only active real estate for sale.

There are many Castle Rock Colorado real estate homes for sale, and it’s not practical to look at every single one of them before deciding which one to buy. Buying a house is a very big decision and it sometimes takes a while to find the perfect one. With hundreds of homes currently on the market in Castle Rock, it is too time consuming to see every single one in person.

A question that people often ask us is, “How many homes should we see before we decide on one?” While there really isn’t a specific number that can be recommended, there are ways to drastically reduce the number of homes that must be seen in person before you find the perfect home.

The Internet

We live in the age of the internet, which makes looking for houses a whole lot easier! Most Castle Rock Colorado real estate is listed online. In many cases, the listing agent will take the time to post pictures of interiors and exteriors. Most realtors also take the time to write descriptions of amenities and neighborhoods. All of this information helps potential homebuyers narrow down their search.

In some cases, however, realtors do not post pictures and/or great descriptions of their listed properties, which makes it difficult to get an electronic glimpse of what the homes look like ahead of seeing them in person. Also, homes that are listed as FSBOs (“For Sale by Owner”) are not always accessible on-line.

Is There Something Better Out There?

Many potential homebuyers are burdened by the “Is there something better out there?” dilemma. This question often pops up when people are having apprehensions about putting an offer on a house. They wonder if there might be something else available that is just a tiny bit better than the home they’ve come close to choosing. With so many Castle Rock real estate options, it can be hard to make a decision. Potential homebuyers should never feel bad about asking their real estate agent to see more homes. The last thing a realtor wants is for their clients to buy a home that they are not completely convinced is the best one available. Buying a home is a huge decision and commitment, and you need to be sure you make the right choice! A seasoned Realtor will do their homework before they ever put you in their car. Meaning, they should speak to the listing agent to ask pertinent questions about the house on your behalf, therefore, eliminating the houses that just don't match your criteria at all.

Buying the First House on the List

After narrowing down your list of homes to see in person, and venturing out with your agent to see all of them, you might decide that you have fallen in love with the very first home on the list. This is not uncommon! However, it’s a good idea to look at several houses that have the top items and/or characteristics that you are looking for in a home, and compare all of them. Then, if you decide that the first one you saw is actually “the one,” make sure to visit it at least one more time before making an offer. With all of the Castle Rock Colorado real estate currently on the market, the choices are abundant and there is no doubt that the perfect house is ready and waiting for you! And according to Doug James, The Wise Listing System, "And when you find it, you'll know it, it will feel "just right"!!" I've been helping folks find the home of their dream for over 30 years and I can tell you, it's just a feeling you get when the right home comes along, you'll know it and so will I. Give us a call today and I'll help you find your dream home!

There has been an influx of Castle Rock bank foreclosures over the past couple of years, and this has resulted in many opportunities for people interested in purchasing homes at great prices.

Foreclosure properties pose interesting scenarios for people looking for new homes, and also for investors looking for great deals on properties that they can either fix and flip or convert into rentals. Sometimes, foreclosure properties can be purchased below market value, which provides a great chance to own a home in a desirable location.

Buying a bank-owned property is a unique experience, and most people have many questions about the process and the important things to consider when contemplating making an offer on a foreclosed property.

Following are some common questions and answers about Castle Rock bank foreclosures:

Q: Are all foreclosure properties priced at below-market prices?

A: Most of the time, bank-owned foreclosure properties are priced close to market value, but sometimes they are priced considerably lower than market value. Typically, the best deals on foreclosed properties are made during the pre-foreclosure period and at auctions, and once the title of the property goes back to the bank, the asking price for the property is close to market value. However, no matter what, there is always room for negotiation when making an offer on a foreclosed property. There are often chances to get exceptionally good deals on Castle Rock bank foreclosures.

Q: Is now a good time to buy a foreclosure property?

A: There are more foreclosure properties on the market today than ever before. But, that does not necessarily mean it’s a good time to rush into a purchase. In other words, don’t buy a foreclosure property just to buy… make sure it is something you definitely want and something you can afford. Just because it might be a good deal does not mean it’s affordable. Make sure you have the money required for repairs and upgrades, and make sure you qualify for a mortgage before looking at available foreclosure properties.

Q: I want a Castle Rock foreclosure property, but I live out-of-state and don’t have time to look at it in person. What should I do?

A: It is never a good idea to buy anything, let alone a house, without seeing it first. If you are sure that you want to buy a foreclosure property in the Castle Rock area and you are certain that you cannot travel to see it in person, send someone else to evaluate it… and make sure it’s someone you trust!

Q: What if the foreclosure property I like needs lots of repairs?

A: Please make sure to consider all the repairs needed on a foreclosure property before making an offer. Most of the time, bank-owned properties are sold “as-is” and all repairs are the responsibility of the new owner. So, make sure repairs are in your budget and realize that it is unlikely that the repairs will be made before the purchase is finalized. In the case of Castle Rock bank foreclosures, there are plenty of foreclosed homes in excellent condition and move-in ready! There are certain loans that can be obtained that allow the buyer to remodel and/or fix up the subject property, prior to moving in, and the cost is rolled into the loan.