Cherise Selley's (cheriseselley) Blog

Personally, when reviewing my sales history, this year is comparable to what I had sold in 2002.  While I'm certainly not satisfied with these numbers in terms of performance, especially based upon the amount of hours I work and energy I expend, there remains a glimmer of light to guide me throug...

One can practically make anything look either good or bad according to the statistical data.  This is certainly not my intention when conveying some of the information to you.  Let's peruse some of the basic points from the recent listing and sales summary for June 2009, compiled by our local PPM...

The home inspection can be one of the most contentious and emotional aspects of a real estate transaction. Sellers are oftentimes offended by the buyer's requests for repair and remedy and the buyer simply wants to be comfortable knowing that they're not buying a problem property. Although it's m...

As you already know during these arduous times, many real estate deals are not done deals until the last pen drop on the last line of the last piece of paper of the closing documents has been applied. The transaction process is filled with many more challenges than previously seen within the past...

A few years ago I heard Brian Buffini, who is a well-known real estate business coach; speak about Realtor® success, in terms of closing transactions per annual basis.  According to his findings, the average Realtor® (national averages) closes 7.1 transactions per year.  Among this Realtor® popul...

With the vast amount of blogs on the internet, it's easy to be confused about any topic of discussion; nonetheless, about Colorado Springs Real Estate. It is my intent to communicate with you, whether of the real estate industry or as an interested buyer or seller, about the pertinent facts regar...

I've been reading gads of information about carbon monoxide and the use of detectors. Taken from various articles, there are some practical steps to reduce unwanted exposure to unhealthy levels to carbon monoxide... Regarding the use of any gas appliances, such as stovetops and ranges, make sure ...

Hope your 4th of July weekend went well.  To follow up on my blog on Friday, I'd like to address CO more thoroughly for you.  And when referring to CO, I'm not talking about Colorado, but instead, I am addressing the subject matter of carbon monoxide. One reason I personally stand behind this new...

Warranted or Excessive Regulation?  As of July 1, 2009, Colorado law requires that Sellers assure that their property has an operational carbon monoxide detector installed within fifteen feet from the entrance of each bedroom or in other specified locations per building code regulations.  This im...