5 Reasons Why You Need A REALTOR To Buy Your Colorado Springs Home

With the rise of online real estate websites, hiring a Colorado Springs REALTOR may seem unnecessary. However, real estate agents are more than just the key to the home. They are there to help you from start to finish. From showing you home to helping you negotiate with the seller, REALTORS can help you find the home of your dreams. Check out these five reasons why you should have a real estate agent help you find your Colorado Springs home:

1. Real Estate Knowledge

When you hire a real estate agent, you are hiring them for their expertise and knowledge. However, it is important to find the right person to help you through the buying process. Interviewing real estate agents can help you find the match. Since all real estate agents have around the same commission rate, why not hire someone with more education and experience. If you are relocating to Colorado Springs, hiring a real estate agent can give you inside knowledge of the area and help you find the perfect neighborhood for your needs.

2. Access To Homes

Although you can find homes on real estate websites, REALTORS have insider knowledge. They can show you homes that haven't been put online or homes that aren't on the market yet. A real estate agent can help you find the perfect home for you. They know the ins and outs of every neighborhood. You may love a neighborhood, but it is out of your price range. However, your REALTOR can help you find a home that is in your price range that you may have overlooked. 

3. Help Save You Money

Many times when people are buying and selling homes, they think they can save money by not hiring a real estate agent. The truth is that the commission money is put into the price of the home, so either way, you are paying the commission. If you buy a home without a real estate agent, the entire commission will go to the selling agent. If you purchase a home with a real estate agent, then the commission is split between the buying and selling agent. In fact, hiring a real estate agent could help you save money. They can help negotiate the price of the home down and they can protect you in the contracts they create.

3. Help With Negotiating

Negotiating a home can be tough. You don't want to go too low and offend the seller, however, you also don't want to pay too much for a home. An experienced real estate agent can help you with an offer price. A real estate agent can also act as a buffer between you and the seller. If you are looking at a home that needs a lot of upgrading or repair, a REALTOR can let the seller know without offending them. They can help you convey your concerns to the seller and act as a messenger. 

4. Create Documents

REALTORS can also help your draw up agreements and contracts, which can be a tricky business. They create these necessary documents every day. They know what to include and what to leave out. You do not want to forget any important information in these contracts. When you use a real estate agent, they will ensure nothing is left out and that you are covered during the buying process.

Let The Platinum Group, REALTORS Help You Find Your Next Home

If you are thinking of relocating to the Colorado Springs area, let The Platinum Group, REALTORS help you! Our expert team of Colorado Springs REALTORS can help you find your dream home. From start to finish, our real estate agents can walk you through the buying process. If you are in need of a REALTOR, give us a call at 719-536-4444.

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Fall Festivals In Colorado Springs

It is now officially the fall season, which means it is time for all things pumpkin flavored and fall festivals. Colorado Springs is filled with fun activities to do this season. From giant pumpkin weigh-offs to scary, fun brew fests, there is something for everyone this autumn in Colorado Springs. The best team of real estate agents in Colorado Springs has details on some fun festivals you can partake in this upcoming season:

Abbey Winery Harvest Festival

With fine foods, award winning wines and live music, this festival has it all. The Abbey Winery Harvest Festival has everything you need in a fall festival. Enjoy full wine glasses and delicious pairings, such as fresh bread and cheese. There will be everything from fajitas to crepes being served as well. Although wine will be served, this multiday event also includes fun activities for kids! Enjoy live music and delicious wine and food at the Abbey Winery Harvest Festival.

When: September 24 - 25
Where: Canon City, CO

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Old Colorado City Giant Pumpkin Festival and Scarecrow Days

The Giant Pumpkin Festival and Scarecrow Days event held in Old Colorado City features some of the biggest pumpkins you've ever seen - or at least in the state of Colorado. Beginning with the weigh-off and beauty competition at the Old Town Plaza at 10:00 a.m., the event will the continue with raffles, contests, prizes and sidewalk sales. To get you in the Halloween spirit there will be scarecrow displays set up along the street.

When: October 22
Where: Old Colorado City

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Haunted Brew Fest

Kick off the Halloween season with the Haunted Brew Fest, which features a full day of Halloween fun! If you want your chance to win cash and prizes, then don't forget to dress up in your best gear and participate in the various costume contests. However, be on the lookout for the Ghouls Gulch and Sanitarium 3D Haunted House's award-winning cast of frightful characters, as you might be their next victim! It wouldn't be a brew fest without some great sampling. This festival will feature over 100 beers, 20 wines and 10 spirits. Don't want to wait for your samples? There will be a special VIP session that allows 300 attendees exclusive entry into the first session with a chance to sample without a wait.

When: October 8
Where Colorado Springs, CO

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Fremont County Fall Heritage Festival

Explore the rich history and landscape of Fremont County at the annual Fremont Count Fall Heritage Festival in Canon City. This three-day festival features fun, family-friendly activities, such as educational dinosaur walks, trail hikes, BBQ dinners, historical reenactments and guided art tours. This educational and fun fall festival is perfect for the whole family! 

When: October 8 - 10
Where: Canon City, CO

Enjoy The Fall Season in Beautiful Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs is already beautiful, but with the changing leaves, it becomes even more stunning. In addition to the colorful leaves, Colorado Springs also has many fun, fall activities. If you are planning a move to Colorado Springs, The Platinum Group, REALTORS can help. Our experienced Colorado Springs real estate agents would love to help you find the perfect home for your family. Just give us a call at 719-536-4444 or visit us online at www.PlatinumHomeSales.com.

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Featured Home - 3155 Blodgett Drive Colorado Springs, CO

If you are looking to buy a home in the Colorado Springs area, let the Platinum Group, REALTORS help. Our expert team of Colorado Springs real estate agents has one goal in mind, and that is to find the perfect home for your family. Check out this featured home from The Reardon Team:

3155 Blodgett Drive Colorado Springs, CO

This home has spectacular, sweeping mountain and city views from every window! Located at the base of Blodgett Peak and just minutes from esteemed D-20 schools – don’t miss this luxurious Peregrine stunner! 

A grand double-door entry opens to the gorgeous two story foyer and features an impressive dual staircase. The perfectly-situated main-level study is adjacent to the entryway and offers built-ins and bookcases, which is perfect for a home office or homework area. The formal dining room has ample room to host gatherings of any size. 

Beyond is the kitchen, and built to satisfy the most discerning chef. It features a sub-zero fridge, a two-tiered slab granite island and countertops, a gas range with beautiful custom tile backsplash, a massive walk-in pantry. It also has a sunny dining nook with picture windows that frame the mountain and city views. The kitchen walks out to a sizeable deck. 

The two-story great room features a wall-of-windows, which floods the area with natural light, showcasing the mountain view. The floor-to-ceiling gas fireplace provides the perfect spot for cozy nights in, and the grandness of the space is ideal for entertaining. 

The main-level laundry space features a utility sink and a folding counter and is conveniently located off the kitchen. The laundry area has access to the spacious three car garage with tandem workshop area. A main-level bedroom with private bath is the perfect guest quarters or jr. master. An additional powder room completes the main level. 

Head upstairs to find the master retreat situated privately in its own wing and features a  fireplace and sitting area, spa-like 5-piece private bath and sweeping views. Two additional bedrooms share a full bath completes the upper level. 

The basement allows plenty of space for all with three additional bedrooms – all with adjoining bathrooms, as well as sizeable walk-out recreational room and a home theater. 

About the Listing Agent

Debbie Reardon has been a licensed real estate broker in Colorado Springs since 1993 and ranked in the top three of all El Paso County Realtors for 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012. She is a member of Peak Producers and Elite 25. Debbie and her team enjoy serving both Buyers and Sellers with all of their real estate needs. The degree of repeat customers and referrals are a true testament to the way she has served her clients over the years. Debbie and her team believe in serving customers well in all aspects of their real estate needs, and the vendor services she provides her Sellers are second to none!

Real Estate Background: Specializing in Colorado Springs Residential Real Estate

• Licensed Colorado REALTOR® since 1993
• GRI - Graduate REALTOR® Institute
• CRS - Certified Residential Specialist
• ABR - Accredited Buyer Representative
• Member - National Association of REALTORS®
• Member - Colorado Association of REALTORS®
• Member - Pikes Peak Association of REALTORS®
• Member - Colorado Springs Elite 25

Debbie's number one objective is to put the client's needs first and to complete a satisfying real estate transaction so she can become your "REALTOR® for Life"

Visit The Reardon Team's website at ReardonPartners.com to view all featured homes and search Colorado Springs homes for sale.

Let The Platinum Group, REALTORS Find Your Next Home!

House hunting can be an exciting and nerve-wracking time. However, you don't have to do it alone! Our team of Colorado Springs REALTORS can help you find your dream home. With industry intelligence and knowledge of the Colorado Springs area, they can guide you through the buying process. If you are in need of help finding a home in Colorado Springs, call The Platinum Group, REALTORS at 719-536-4444 today.

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5 Tips To Help You Move

Moving can be exciting, nerve-wracking and stressful all at the same time. However, it doesn't have to be with the best team of real estate agents in Colorado Springs helping you along the way. From house hunting to signing papers, a trusted Colorado Springs real estate agent is here for you from start to finish. The Platinum Group, REALTORS has five tips to help the move into your dream home be a little less stressful. 

1. Clearly Label Boxes

In addition to labeling what's in your box, add what room they'll be going into, as well. When moving into your new home, unpack by room. The unpacking process will go a little smoother and feel more manageable. In addition to labeling the top of the box, it is a good idea to also label the sides. This will help know what box it is, even when it's stacked. 

2. Move By Room

Try to get like items together. This will help moving feel a little more organized. Although you can fit those kitchen utensils into your living room box, it might make finding those items later a bit difficult. If you keep all the kitchen items together, unpacking that room will not only go faster, but it will also be less stressful later. If you are having to run to different rooms when unpacking just one box, you will find it will take you much longer. Keep it easy and keep like items together. 

3. Pack An Overnight Bag

After moving your boxes into your new home, you might be a little tired, which means not everything will be unpacked. You'll want the essential items within easy reach like a change of clothes and toiletries. This is also a great way to move small electronics like laptops during the move to reduce the risk of them getting damaged, or worse, stolen. 

4. Keep Like Items Together

Although you will be packing by room, make sure like items go together. Keep light bulbs with lights and extension cords with appliances. You can also keep the small loose parts attached to the item they belong with, which can help ensure you don't loose it in the moving process. Attach it with tape or in a small envelope. Keep larger items like cable TV cords in resealable bags and tape it to the back or underside of the item. You can also have a "parts box" that is filled with cables, cords, parts and brackets. 

5. Pack Ahead

Although sometimes moving can be unexpected, try and pack what you can as early as possible. This will help save time on moving day. Depending on the time of the year you move, pack the clothes you aren't wearing. If you are moving in the summer, you can pack up your winter jackets, as you are not needing them. Pack up your shampoo and other cosmetics and live out of a travel case for the last week. 

Let The Platinum Group, REALTORS Help With Your Next Move

Finding your dream home and moving into it can be an exciting time, however, it can also be stressful. Hopefully, with these five tips, your next move will go smoothly. If you are thinking about moving to Colorado Springs, Let the Platinum Group, REALTORS help you find your new home! Give us a call at 719-536-4444 today.

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Linda Lafferty, Platinum Group, REALTOR, Celebrates 20 Years

Choosing the right real estate agent is an important part of buying or selling your home. At Platinum Group, REALTORS, over 80 percent of our clients are referred to us through personal referrals. Linda Lafferty, a real estate agent with Platinum Group, REALTORS, is celebrating 20 years in business. To celebrate this momentous occasion, the best real estate agents in Colorado Springs want to share some testimonials that Linda has received. 

A Note From Linda

As I celebrate my 20 years in business, I am so grateful for all of the continued business and referrals I receive from my wonderful clients. 

This year I have helped the grown children of past clients purchase their very first home, I have helped clients downsize as their children head off to college, and the couple that stayed in their home for 18 years and are now moving up to their dream home.  

It has been an incredible 20 years!  I am honored and humbled to be a part of all the people that have touched my life.  Here’s to the next 20 years!

Linda

Testimonials

Linda wants to share just a few of the testimonials she has received this past here:

"Linda,

Geez, where to start? This is the fourth property Linda has helped our family buy and sell in Colorado Springs over the last 16 years. All of the certifications Linda has on her business card are impressive and well-earned, but I would add a few more: -Expert, Patient, Knowledgeable, Kind, Professional, Strategic Partner and Hard Working.

Now she’s helping our daughter and her husband with their very first home. We are so grateful that Linda is by their side through this process.

Her tagline is "The Extra Mile is Seldom Crowed" which describes her dedication and commitment to her clients. She is simply the BEST real estate agent in Colorado Springs." 

- Steve and Suely


"Dear Linda,

Your dedication to going the extra mile is clear every day of the week. It is obvious that you take responding to your clients of utmost priority, even on vacation. I’ve known you for over 15 years and through that time you’ve sold my first house, helped me find and purchase my second home, secure a rental, and buy my most recent home. You’re the best!" 

- Sarah


"Linda Lafferty was referred to me in 2007 when I decided to sell my home in Black Forest. She has been my agent on five real estate transactions since. Her prudent, candid advice and recommendations regarding market value, inspections, and repairs have saved me tens of thousands of dollars over the years. I would humbly smile and nod if she ever said, 'I told you so' about any of those recommendations! There are few individuals with the level of commitment it requires to deliver the impeccable service and care she has given me."

- Layne

Let The Platinum Group, REALTORS Help You Find Your Dream Home

Choosing the right real estate agent is an important part aspect of selling or buying your home. If you are in need of a real estate agent in Colorado Springs, contact The Platinum Group, REALTORS at 719-536-4444.

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