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06/05/2026

How to Decide Between a Starter Home and a Forever Home
Starter home or forever home? Here's the thing — most buyers approach this question backward. They start by browsing listings and then try to figure out what they're actually looking for. But the starter-versus-forever decision really needs to come first, because it shapes everything: your budget,...

Starter home or forever home? Here's the thing — most buyers approach this question backward. They start by browsing listings and then try to figure out what they're actually looking for. But the starter-versus-forever decision really needs to come first, because it shapes everything: your...

06/03/2026

Look at the updated El Paso County Colorado Market Watch Report.

With real estate being local, it's important to work with a local expert that understands the changing market.

05/21/2026

How to Assess Natural Light When Touring Homes
Natural light is one of those qualities that listing photos don't always capture accurately. A room that looks bright and airy in listing photos might tell a different story in person — and the reverse is just as true. When you're touring homes, taking a few extra minutes to evaluate how light moves...

Natural light is one of those qualities that listing photos don't always capture accurately. A room that looks bright and airy in listing photos might tell a different story in person — and the reverse is just as true. When you're touring homes, taking a few extra minutes to evaluate how...

05/07/2026

What Buyers Should Know About Flood Risk and Insurance
Flooding isn't usually top of mind when you're touring open houses. You're focused on countertops, closet space, and whether the backyard is big enough. Flood risk tends to sit near the bottom of the list—until it suddenly doesn't. Buyers who overlook it can face insurance costs they didn't anticipate,...

Flooding isn't usually top of mind when you're touring open houses. You're focused on countertops, closet space, and whether the backyard is big enough. Flood risk tends to sit near the bottom of the list—until it suddenly doesn't. Buyers who overlook it can face insurance costs they didn't...

05/01/2026

I am so appreciative for the Clients that choose me as their Agent. I know y’all have many options, and I’m honored to be one of them♥️

Cori Mesa is very knowledgeable on the market and what is going on when it came to selling my house.. from pricing it then when to put it on the market she knows her job very well.. always can count on her to do the right thing for you as the client.. outstanding customer service.

04/24/2026

What Happens Between Offer Acceptance and Closing
Your offer has been accepted. It's an exciting milestone — but if you've never bought or sold a home before, you might be surprised to learn that the journey is far from over. The period between offer acceptance and closing day is one of the most activity-packed stretches of the entire real estate...

04/23/2026

First time home buyers don’t sleep on this market…. It’s your time to shine✨🏠

Right now buyers have more power than they’ve had in over a decade…..
✔ Fewer bidding wars = Less competition
✔ More inventory = More homes to choose from
✔ Sellers open to concessions = Negotiate for the Seller to pay your loan closing costs.
✔️ First time home buyer programs= Get into a home for as little as $1000 for FHA and Conv. $0 with VA.

If you’ve been waiting to become a homeowner, now is your window🪟🔑 Lets get your game-plan outlined now so you’re successful at homeownership in the near future🏠

04/22/2026

Recently Sold! Take a look at what I recently sold at 8388 Fort Smith Road, Peyton.

8388 Fort Smith Road, Peyton, CO 80831 See 1 Photos, description and maps; Bedrooms: 6; Full Baths: 3; Partial Baths: 1; Square Feet: 4352; Price: $775,000; MLS ID: 1634283