February 2009
Recommendation letter from Sandra Fenton
February 19, 2009 by kcolgin · Leave a Comment
Dear Alan: I wanted to send you a letter of recommendation to let you know how much I appreciated your help in purchasing my home. You were very helpful in locating both houses and land that met our requirements. One of the things that stands out most in my mind is your ability to patiently [...]
Recommendation note from Douglas Comstock
February 19, 2009 by kcolgin · Leave a Comment
To Whom it may concern: This letter is to recommend Alan Wilaby, a highly qualified Real Estate Agent. Alan has helped me to both purchase and sell real estate in Colorado Springs and has always demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of the Real Estate Market. As an agent, he was attentive to our needs and was [...]
A thank you note from Steven Furman
February 19, 2009 by kcolgin · Leave a Comment
Dear Bill, Cres and Mary: I am writing to inform you how pleased, impressed and totally satisfied I am with Alan Wilaby. As a client of The Shields Corporation, Alan brokered our recent home purchase. Overall, I have nothing but the utmost praise for the professional manner in which Alan conducts business. From the first [...]
Gary Langenbahn’s recommendation
February 19, 2009 by kcolgin · Leave a Comment
To whom it may concern: This letter is to express my thanks to Alan Wilaby. Alan has helped me purchase my personal residence and many rentals. Alan also assisted in the sale of many properties in the Colorado Springs and in other areas by referring qualified agents to me. Alan’s help has always been professional, [...]
Top Ten Tips for creating Wake-Up Money
February 18, 2009 by kcolgin · Leave a Comment
1. Buy residential properties. Houses, condos and townhomes. Stay away from land and commercial real estate unless you are an experienced investor or are buying as a business “user”. 2. Buy “mainstream” houses and condos. Buy properties that are at or below the average sales price. Buy properties that appeal to most buyers. Avoid high priced or [...]
Wake-Up Money – Part Three
February 18, 2009 by kcolgin · Leave a Comment
The Benefits of Residential Real Estate Investment Residential real estate offers five major benefits. Most other investments offer only one or two. 1. Cash Flow – The rent provides income, i.e. “Wake-Up Money.” This is your ultimate goal. When your property is “free and clear”, you have the maximum cash flow and “Wake-Up Money.” 2. Leverage – [...]
First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit
February 18, 2009 by kcolgin · Leave a Comment
A Special Update from MBSQuoteline The Stimulus Plan was signed into law by President Obama today. It contains a new tax credit for first-time homebuyers. Essentially, first-time homebuyers within certain income limits who purchase a home in 2009 before December 1, 2009 will receive a tax credit of up to $8,000. The program is similar [...]
Creekside Office Condominiums | 1710 & 1720 Jet Stream Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80921
February 17, 2009 by kcolgin · Leave a Comment
Creekside Office Condominiums This is a rare opportunity to design and purchase your own new custom office space. You can fix your monthly expenses and gain the appreciation and tax benefits of owning your own office space. The Creekside Office Condominiums are located at the NE corner of Voyager and Jet Stream with easy access [...]
Real Estate Pricing Trends – Supply and Demand
February 17, 2009 by kcolgin · Leave a Comment
FACT: Sellers are typically more realistic in their asking prices. Initial asking values have steadily declined as market conditions slowed. This has created a more competitive marketplace among sellers. FACT: Buyers are increasingly focused on value. If a home is not in perfect condition, a buyer will either: a.) not offer on the home at [...]
Wake-Up Money – Part Two
February 17, 2009 by kcolgin · Leave a Comment
A Simple Investment Homes are one of the three basics of life: food, shelter, and clothing. Homes and condos are simple investments that most people understand because they already own them. Ask yourself these questions: Do I own a home? Has it been a good investment? What would my net worth be like if I [...]
