Denver, CO real estate: buy or sell with a local AXEN agent
Denver neighborhoods change block by block, and older homes hide older problems. An AXEN agent who works here knows which inspections to order and how to write an offer that wins without overpaying.
Denver neighborhoods buyers ask about
Every one prices differently. Ask your agent for the latest sales in the ones you like.
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Buying a home in Denver: what to know
The steps are the same everywhere. These are the Colorado and Denver details that trip people up.
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Test for radon. Radon is common in Colorado. A radon test during your inspection is cheap, and fixing it is usually simple.
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Scope the sewer line. Older Denver homes often have clay sewer lines. A sewer scope camera finds roots and cracks before they are your problem.
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Ask about the roof. Hail is common along the Front Range. Ask the roof's age and any past insurance claims.
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Know the contract. Colorado uses standard contracts approved by the Colorado Real Estate Commission, with set deadlines. Your agent tracks every date.
Selling a home in Denver
Fix what inspectors find
Radon, sewer and roof issues come up often. Fixing them early keeps buyers from asking for big credits.
Price to the block
Two streets can sell very differently. Your agent pulls the closest recent sales.
Know your closing costs
Title and closing are handled by a title company. Colorado's state documentary fee is small: 1 cent per $100.
Denver real estate questions
Should I test for radon when buying a home in Denver?
Yes. Radon levels are high in many Colorado homes. A test during your inspection period is inexpensive, and a mitigation system usually fixes it.
What is a sewer scope inspection?
A camera goes down the main sewer line to look for roots, cracks or breaks. It is common on older Denver homes.
What contract is used to buy a home in Colorado?
Most sales use standard forms approved by the Colorado Real Estate Commission, with set deadlines for inspection, appraisal, title and loan.
Does it cost anything to talk to an AXEN agent in Denver?
No. Talking with an AXEN agent about buying or selling in Denver is free.