Retirement

In the current fast-paced Western Slope Colorado real estate market, it might be tempting to list your own home as a For Sale By Owner (FSBO). As qualified, motivated buyers are flooding into Montrose and surrounding areas, one might think it would be an easy choice to list their own home and bypass a realtor to save money. But there are some common misconceptions with the FSBO avenue that many may not...

When buying property, you can often choose between a large or small down payment. That upfront payment becomes your equity in the property, but how much should you put down? Some loan programs allow you to pay as little as 3.5% (or even less), which may be tempting to buyers who prefer to keep their cash handy. Before you make a choice, evaluate the pros and cons of skimping on the down...