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October 2015

Wayne Gretzky and Customer Service

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“Don’t think, React!” That was the daily advice of my Junior High School basketball coach, Mr. Korowin. He believed that if we spent too long pondering the next move on the court, we would be prone to mistakes, indecisiveness, and poor judgment. For us, gangly eighth graders, it may well have been excellent advice. Better advice might have been to learn to be proactive rather than reactive. Being proactive means we’re taking… Read More »Wayne Gretzky and Customer Service

Resource Central

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Homeowners should recognize that the same trusted professional who helped them buy or sell their home can be a valuable resource while they own their home too. Think of your REALTOR® as an indispensable homeowner’s resource who can make recommendations about a variety of services that homeowners will use throughout the tenure in their home. This experience far exceeds personal experience because of the day-to-day activities working in the industry.… Read More »Resource Central

6 Reasons for Rentals

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Rental homes have several distinct advantages compared to alternative investments. These advantages coupled with the opportunity for a higher yield make it a clear choice for some investors. The ins and outs of stocks, bonds, mutual funds, commodities and other investments are unfamiliar with most people. It is obviously possible for anyone to invest in them but the lack of knowledge about how they work could make it more difficult… Read More »6 Reasons for Rentals

The Cost of Co-Signing

It seems fairly innocuous; a friend or family member wants you to co-sign on a loan because they don’t qualify. They assure that they’ll make the payments; they’re quite convincing and very appreciative. You don’t want to disappoint them and after all, it’s not like it’s going to cost you anything…is it?  Think of it this way. They couldn’t get a loan unless you co-sign for them. If they don’t… Read More »The Cost of Co-Signing

Long Run, Darkness, Cool Trails, Bad Knee: Two week log

Awesome trails in Tabernash, CO This two week period has been marked by the extremes. Consistent running, an good twenty mile run, some awesome trails and an injury.First, a week ago I logged 83 miles. It was my fifteenth 70+ mile week in a row. Unfortunately, I didn’t know how abruptly the streak would end. Spending most of the week in Idaho, the challenge was the morning run. With Idaho… Read More »Long Run, Darkness, Cool Trails, Bad Knee: Two week log

Finding the Best Mortgage

As rates are inching up but still very affordable, buyers should remember that there is an alternative to a fixed rate mortgage that can provide the lowest cost of housing for the homeowners who understand the parameters. A $300,000 fixed-rate mortgage at 4% has a principal and interest payment of $1,432.25 per month for the entire 30 year term. A 5/1 adjustable mortgage at 3% has a $167.43 lower payment… Read More »Finding the Best Mortgage