The Kirkpatrick Team

Frank, a smart and tech-savvy Denver homeowner, thought he’d skip the agent commission and sell his house himself.He researched his home’s property value, found a buyer and got the house under contract. It seemed like a done deal.Until he realized in a panic that he had extremely undervalued the ...

Surviving the summer heat can be tricky, but nothing binds Phoenicians more. This may include:  Hiking the beautiful mountains Turning left on a stoplight long after it turned red. Fearing insects, because even though we have fewer insects than other places, the insects we do have actively try to...

If you’re looking for a deal while house hunting, you may have considered buying a foreclosed home. Foreclosed homes are houses whose owners were unable to pay the mortgage or sell the property. As a result, the lender gained ownership and is now trying to sell it to recoup some of its costs.Whil...

Weighing the rent-versus-buy decision? Both have benefits to them that you should consider.  Want flexibility? Then rent You are more mobile when you rent because you can move out at the end of the lease. Buying a home entails a lot of upfront costs, from the down payment to inspections to loan f...

These burger recipes will be the highlight of your summer cookouts.What's better than a burger fresh off the grill? Get creative this summer with our best hamburger, veggie burger, and cheeseburger recipes. Plus, check out Country Living's best 30 summer grilling recipes!  Check them out HEREEnjo...

When it comes to home buying, one size does not fit all. This article highlights the important differences between buying an older home and purchasing a newly constructed home.  New Home, New You Unless you are looking to build a custom home on an individual lot, most new homes are built in devel...

People who watch home improvement TV shows are often familiar with the projects that bring value to homes. They are quick to name kitchen and bathroom remodels as the most valuable. But sometimes, the homeowner doesn’t have the time, patience, or budget to completely overhaul a large chunk of the...

Credit Card Debt Gets New RulesGetting approved for a mortgage is getting easier.Nationwide, banks are relaxing their mortgage standards. Lenders are now approving more applications that we have seen during any time this decade.This doesn’t mean that banks are being reckless though- they are simp...

If you fell in love with your last vacation destination, you may be convinced it is time to buy a home there. According to the 2015 Investment and Vaction Home Buyers Survery coducted by the National Association of Realtors, ““vacation-home sales catapulted to an estimated 1.13 million last year,...

 Buying a fixer upper home can either save you a bunch of money, or get you into a tough financial situation. It is important that you have the time, desire, and skills to begin a big home improvement project before you a buy a home that needs a lot of TLC. Follow these seven steps to decide how ...