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Colorado Real Estate Podcast

185 episodes - English - Latest episode: 17 days ago - ★★★★★ - 12 ratings

Colorado is one of the hottest real estate markets in the country. To navigate it successfully, you need inside information. Join real estate agents Erin Spradlin and James Carlson each week as they share insights into the Denver, Colorado Springs, and surrounding markets, how to win deals in a competitive situation and what developments are changing these cities and the state. Whether you're investing in Airbnb and short-term rentals, house hacking for financial freedom or simply wanting to buy that dream home, the Colorado Real Estate Podcast will arm you with the information you need to make the best decision. For more info visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com

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Episodes

Tiffany Russell Interview - Axis Realty - How to navigate a hot real estate market

May 11, 2021 12:00 - 30 minutes - 34.9 MB

Today we interview Tiffany Russell, Co-owner of Axis Realty in Austin Texas. We discuss tips for navigating a hot real estate market. What to know about appraisal waivers, making offers, and what to expect as a buyer. For more information about Colorado Springs Real Estate and Investments find us at https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com

The Denver Suburb for Investment, Best State for Remote Work, Mortgages on your Second Home, Josh & Johns

May 04, 2021 12:00 - 16 minutes - 19.2 MB

The most popular state with remote workers, top reasons I'd invest in this Denver suburb, what you need to know about the mortgage on your second home, remote workers post Covid, Steve Martin picks up the banjo, and Josh and John's in Colorado Springs. For more information about Colorado Springs Real Estate and Investment find us at https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com  

The 3 things you HAVE to do in Colorado Springs and Denver, & Going Under Contract on a Triplex.

April 27, 2021 12:00 - 18 minutes - 21.8 MB

Our nominations for Best Day in Colorado Springs and Best Day in Denver. This is an overview of what we would do with 24 hours in Colorado Springs or 24 hours in Denver. James gets a client under contract on a triplex in Colorado Springs market. For more information visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/

Top upgrades to increase your home price, Client reviews, and Coati Colorado Springs

April 20, 2021 12:00 - 22 minutes - 25.8 MB

Top projects for increasing your home price, a buy and sell real estate situation in Arvada, Colorado, Coati is Colorado Springs new food hall. For more information visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/

Interview with William Bitter - Investing, Airbnb, & Entrepreneurship

April 13, 2021 12:00 - 30 minutes - 34.8 MB

Interview with William Bitter, NYC resident. On this show we discuss frugal living, investing, Airbnb, entrepreneurship, and Williams new Youtube series. For more information visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/

Economic forecast of Colorado Springs, Top 5 Reasons to Invest, & Mama Pearls

April 06, 2021 12:00 - 17 minutes - 20.3 MB

Erin and James will discuss a common question locally: what is the economic forecast for Colorado Springs and how will it impact the Colorado Springs Real Estate market. For more information visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/

Post Occupancy Agreements, Colorado Mushroom Legality, and Creekwalk & Ivywild in Colorado Springs

March 30, 2021 12:00 - 16 minutes - 19.5 MB

Mushrooms are disgusting unless you plan on using them to alter your mental state. An update on the legality of mushrooms in Colorado. A review of the post-occupancy agreement and what to look out for with real estate deals, and finally, a heads up on Creekwalk and Ivywild in Colorado Springs. For more information visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/

Good Clients, CHFA for Home Loan Grants, and the future of Solar Power in Colorado Springs

March 23, 2021 12:00 - 23 minutes - 27.7 MB

Erin and James cover the following topics today: What makes a good client, using CHFA in Colorado Springs as a home loan grant and Colorado Springs is now banking on a future in solar. For more information visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/

Smart Devices, Coliving in Colorado, VASA Gym in Colorado Springs

March 16, 2021 12:00 - 16 minutes - 18.7 MB

Erin and James discuss how buyers need to be aware of smart devices and home surveillance when discussing properties, the new coliving laws, YIMBY movement and American Nomadism in Denver and finally VASA gym in Colorado Springs. For more information visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/

Tax Time, Boutique Real Estate Agencies, Space Force

March 09, 2021 13:00 - 21 minutes - 24.5 MB

This podcast episode covers real estate tax deductions, when and why you would work with a boutique agency versus a larger agency and the current situation with Colorado Springs and Space Force. Is it coming? Is it not coming? And, will there be toy lasers? For more information visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/

Interview with Nancy Henjum, Candidate for Colorado Springs City Council, District 5

March 04, 2021 13:00 - 26 minutes - 30.3 MB

Erin and Jams interview Nancy Henjum, city council candidate for Colorado Springs' District 5. During the interview, they discuss Colorado Springs city planning, transportation, city growth and home pricing. https://www.nancyforcos.com/. For more information visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/

Emily Hainsworth Interview: Investment Real Estate

March 01, 2021 13:00 - 33 minutes - 38.9 MB

We discuss investment property strategies with Emily Hainsworth. Everything from furnishing a rental to finding tenants, and the inner workings of investment real estate in Colorado Springs and Denver. 

Zillow, 5% Down, Prime 25

February 23, 2021 13:00 - 13 minutes - 15.6 MB

Zillow announced the 45 new million dollar cities in 2020. Erin and James also discuss millennials' biggest real estate fears and the newish steakhouse in downtown Colorado Springs: Prime 25.  For more information visit: https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com

HOAs, New Builds, Calling All Dogs Mobile

February 16, 2021 13:00 - 17 minutes - 20.7 MB

Erin and James discuss what a home owners association (HOA) is and whether or not it makes sense to invest in a home owner's association when purchasing real estate. We also talk about the pros and cons of buying a new build as well as the upgrades and the timeline. And, finally, we discuss a really good mobile dog grooming service in Colorado Springs. For more information visit: https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/

Best Practices When Listing Your Home for Sale

February 09, 2021 13:00 - 27 minutes - 32.2 MB

Erin and James discuss listing a home in Arvada, CO. We discuss selling a home without a realtor, we discuss why we don't work on the other side of For Sale By Owners and what it's like to sell a house at that 2 year mark.  For more information visit: https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/

Sam Osborne Interview: Investment Real Estate, Long Term Equity, & Cash Flow

February 02, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 36.6 MB

Sam Osborne and Erin discuss her Michigan and Colorado investments, cash flow versus long-term equity, accessing hard money and what it's been like to invest and acquire tenants during Covid-19. For more information visit: https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/

Tools for Home Buyers, The Gallagher Tax Act Repeal, and Taco Star

January 26, 2021 13:00 - 17 minutes - 20.5 MB

Today we'll discuss some tools for buyers, like escalation clauses, and appraisal gap coverage. What does the repeal of the Gallagher Act mean for Property Taxes in Colorado, and a great food spot called Taco Star in Colorado Springs.  Visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com for more info. 

AirDNA for Short Term Rentals, Investment Gurus, and the Cheech Marin Art Exhibit

January 19, 2021 13:00 - 18 minutes - 21.8 MB

Today we discuss AirDNA and new services that can help estimate your potential short term rental income, investment gurus, as well as a new art exhibit in Colorado Springs by Cheech Marin. https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com

What are iBuyers? Income to live comfortably, Word of Mouth Colorado Springs

January 12, 2021 13:00 - 13 minutes - 15.4 MB

Today we discuss which iBuyers are increasing in popularity and what the benefits are. We'll review income requirements needed for home purchases and living comfortably. And discus the Word of Mouth group for finding recommendations and services around town. For more info visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com

Airbnb Laws in Colorado Springs, Denver Women Invest, and Pubdog

January 05, 2021 13:00 - 14 minutes - 17 MB

Do you know all you need to know about Airbnb in Colorado Springs? Find out in this episode. We also discuss the Denver Women Invest Group with Erin, and Pubdog! The best spot to dine with your pup in Colorado! For more info visit: https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com

Real Estate and Financial Goals for 2021

December 22, 2020 12:00 - 15 minutes - 18.3 MB

We discuss the little steps we can take for outlining and meeting our real estate and financial goals for 2021. These Include paying off debts, managing a diverse portfolio, the best way to build savings and, living trusts, and more. For more info visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com

Interview with Robin Behrstock

December 15, 2020 13:00 - 29 minutes - 40.9 MB

This week, we interview Robin Behrstock, who speaks to an array of life experience, including investing, hard money, house hacking and owning multiple small businesses. For more info visit: https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/

Remote Workers and real estate, Co-living tips, Marijuana laws in Colorado Springs

December 08, 2020 13:00 - 18 minutes - 21.9 MB

How does working remotely affect the Colorado housing market and Airbnb, Co-living strategies for homeowners and rentals, and Marijuana laws in Colorado Springs. For more info visit: https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/

Return on Equity, Colorado Springs Market Update, and Weber Liquors

December 01, 2020 13:00 - 15 minutes - 18.5 MB

Today we talk about return on equity as it relates to cash flow, some updated market numbers for Colorado Springs, and James' love of Weber Street Liquors and their amazing craft beer selection. For more info visit: https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/

Littleton Colorado, Joe Bidens housing plans, & Plant shops to help green up your home

November 25, 2020 13:00 - 15 minutes - 18.3 MB

In this episode we discuss Littleton's new rules regarding Airbnb rentals, Joe Bidens plans on a new tax credit and affordable housing, and some local plant stores in Colorado; The Living Room and Platte Floral. For more info visit: https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/

Top Cities to live in the US, Evictions, and The Incline hike in Colorado Springs

November 10, 2020 12:00 - 15 minutes - 18.4 MB

Colorado claimed 4 of the top 5 best cities to live according to US News & World Report's 2020 rankings. Listen to find out where Colorado Springs ranked and why. Additionally, we'll discuss the CDC and Governor Polis separate approaches to evictions and late fees. And, finally, we'll discuss the monster of hikes: The Incline. For more info visit: https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/

Wildfires and climate change investing, Southwest Airlines, and hiking in Colorado Springs

November 03, 2020 12:00 - 10 minutes - 12.2 MB

Today, we discuss Colorado real estate and wildfires under the broader topic of Colorado climate change investing. We also look at Southwest adding a hub to Colorado Springs and a local hike we enjoy immensely called The Craggs. For more info on Real Estate in the Colorado Springs and Denver area's visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/

What makes a good agent when buying a home? And why we love Pickleball!

October 21, 2020 10:00 - 14 minutes - 17.4 MB

Whether you're buying your first home or an investment property, knowing what makes a good agent will help you in your purchase. We also chat about our favorite game, Pickleball! For more info on Real Estate in the Colorado Springs and Denver area's visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/

Section 16, Zoning, & The Lender Ruined Everything

October 14, 2020 09:00 - 10 minutes - 12.4 MB

On this weeks episode we talk Colorado Springs Zoning, Section 16, and what happens when you don't have the right lender for your home purchase or investment property. For more information visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com

Zip Codes, Bear Creek in Colorado Springs, & Redfin

September 29, 2020 12:00 - 19 minutes - 23.1 MB

On today's show we go over the different Zip codes in Colorado Springs and surrounding area, Bear Creek, and using Redfin for buying & selling a home.Visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/ for more info!

Medium term rentals - Taylor Hills interview - Terra Verde in Colorado Springs

September 22, 2020 12:00 - 29 minutes - 34.2 MB

On today's show we discuss Medium Term rentals, Interview Taylor Hills from Effortless Rental Group, and chat about Terra Verde in Colorado Springs. Visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/ for more info!

Arvada, The Us Olympic Center in Colorado Springs, & Joe Biden

September 15, 2020 15:00 - 12 minutes - 15 MB

Today on the show we discuss Arvada, the new US Olympic Center in Colorado Springs and Joe Biden. Visit https://www.erinandjamesrealestate.com/ for more info!

Politics in Colorado Springs and Lenders

August 26, 2020 13:00 - 14 minutes - 16.7 MB

Erin and James discuss Colorado Springs' politics in today's episode. We look at some trends as to where Colorado Springs' democrats live versus where Colorado Springs' republicans live. Additionally, we'll discuss the importance of using a Colorado Springs lender in this very competitive market. For more information visit https://erinandjamesrealestate.com/  

Colorado Springs is competitive & What are inspections when buying a home?

August 12, 2020 18:55 - 23 minutes - 26.9 MB

The market for homes in Colorado Springs under $350K is competitive. We'll discuss the Colorado Springs real estate market, whether you are looking for a Colorado Springs home or a Colorado investment property, we'll cover what to expect. Additionally, we'll touch on how to think about home inspections, what to anticipate in your report and what to ask for. For more information visit https://erinandjamesrealestate.com/

Colorado Springs South End & Earnest Money

August 12, 2020 18:00 - 14 minutes - 16.5 MB

The New South End in Colorado Springs is quickly growing with the addition of two downtown Colorado Springs hotels, the Colorado Springs Switchbacks Outdoor Stadium, the Edward J Robson Arena, Streetcar 520, The Coffee Exchange, Atomic Cowboy and more. The diversity of downtown Colorado Springs' industry speaks to future downtown Colorado Springs growth. Additionally, we'll discuss earnest money: when earnest money is due, when you can get your earnest money back, and when you can lose your ...