Stars And Stripes Real Estate Blog

Colorado has been growing by leaps and bounds over the past 10 years. You can see it everywhere you turn: there’s more traffic every morning, lines in stores are growing longer, and rental and home prices are skyrocketing. Much of this is because of the amazing Colorado weather, the increase in high paying tech jobs, and our world-r...'

You most likely went into property management to increase your ROI, protect yourself against inflation, gain financial freedom, and expand your portfolio. While these are all good reasons to get into real estate, renting doesn’t come without its problems – mainly in the form of bad tenants. There are times when you can get luc...'

Most people who buy investment properties understand there are many benefits to owning one or more of them. Owning additional properties outside of your personal residence can diversify your portfolio, create a solid return on investment (ROI), and create a steady stream of passive income. However, once you have your first property, reali...'

When it comes to renting, most renters look for the same things. Of course, most renters are particular about location, and if they have kids they want to know they’re moving into a good school district. This is pretty normal, but – outside of those factors – what do renters really look for in a property?Properties That ...'

Owner Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)For many, this may be the first time you need to or have considered hiring a Property Manager. We understand this. The information below is provided to help you understand how we do business and how Stars & Stripes Homes serves you. Thuy Beinert, Broker, Licensed Realtor, Property Manager, ...'

Thuy Beinert and Shari Oliver-Watkins, Realtors at Stars & Stripes Homes, Inc. supported the recent golf tournament in Elbert County honoring military veterans who have served our country. The golf tournament supported the Ambassador for Homes For Our Troops. Was a great day yesterday at the golf course!  Shari and Thuy gave out ...'

Renters Are Getting More TrustworthyTrust me, I'm a renterRenters are less likely to be evicted or skip out on their leases thanks to improving economic conditions in the U.S., according to a new report from TransUnion. The report shows that renter risk decreased by 2% year-over-year as 34% of renters now have renter scores of 72...'

  Owner Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)For many, this may be the first time you need to or have considered hiring a Property Manager. We understand this. The information below is provided to help you understand how we do business and how Stars & Stripes Homes serves you. Shari Oliver-Watkins, Cell/Text:720.317.5121, Shari@S...'

  IRS:  Home Equity Line Of Credit (HELOC) Still OK! Taxpayers can continue to deduct the interest they pay on home equity loans when the funds are used for home improvements, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) confirmed in a statement. The status of home equity deductions has been in question following the limits...'

Here are some thoughts and questions you may want to keep in mind when hiring a Property Manager (PM)!  To understand what your home will rent for - Click Here For A Free Rental Quote.  First time leasing out your home?  You may also want to Click Here For Owner's Frequently Asked Questions Shari Oliver-Wa...'