SPACES at The Ranch Update:

Lot Release This Saturday, March 3rd at 10:00am!

Now is the time to select the perfect lot for your new SPACES home in Highlands Ranch.  The release will be held Saturday, March 3rd promptly at 10:00am - don't be late!

We will be releasing 18 new home sites!

GARDEN LEVEL HOMES: Lots 233, 234, 235, 236, 237, and 238.
*Choose from plans 3001, 3003 or 3004 - email or call for lot premium amounts.                                       
 
***Effective 3/3/2012, there will be a $1,500 base price increase on the 3001 plan and a $1,000 base increase on the 3003 and 3004 plans.

FLAT LEVEL HOMES: Lots 221, 222, 223, 224, 225, 226, 227, 228, 229, 230, 231, and 232.
*Choose from plans 3005, 3006, 3007, or 3008 (new Main floor master) - emal or call for lot premium amounts. 
 
 
***Effective 3/3/2012, there will be a $1000 base price increase on all flat plans (3005, 3006, 3007, and 3008).

CALL ME TODAY TO SET UP AN APPOINTMENT TO VIEW THE SPACES MODEL HOMES!! 

Thanks,
Brooke Hengst
REALTOR, CDPE
Your Castle Real Estate
p: (720) 988-5952
bhengst1@gmail.com
www.brookehengst.com

Did you know that we have a new Genghis Grill in the Park Meadows area catering to Highlands Ranch, Centennial and Lone Tree folks?!?  This is a great Mongolian BBQ place.  I highly encourage you to try out this place for lunch or dinner. 

Check out the following blog for more information about Genghis Grill!
http://healthkwest.guestengine.com/michaelhengst/2012/02/03/guess-which-one-is-mine/

Have you visited the Shea SPACES community in Highlands Ranch?!?

If you have not and are interested, you really should take a visit to the model homes. 

I am planning a Shea SPACES Home Tour in the coming month, so please email me for me details at bhengst1@gmail.com. 

This community not only features, open floor plans, green living, modern and updating finishings, and amazing mountains views, but also everything else that the Highlands Ranch community offers.  Take advantage of all four of our rec centers and all the wonderful events that go on here in the Ranch. 

The Shea SPACES community has has GREAT SUCCESS in 2011 with nearly 100 homes being sold and plenty more in store for 2012.

Call me today to make arrangements to see the models or to see any of the current inventory. 

Brooke Hengst
REALTOR, CDPE, The Elite Group
Your Castle Real Estate
p: (720) 988-5952
bhengst1@gmail.com
www.brookehengst.com

Why rent when you could own a
modern, practical, smart home just like you?

think about it...
for about the same monthly payment you are putting towards rent, you could own your own home.  And not just any home.  Shea SPACES is a new kind of home for a new kind of living.  Take a look at this incredible rent vs. own payment for this home available in October:
 
RENT
$1,995 rent
$0 tax break
$1,995 per month

VS.

OWN
$2,125 payment (PITI)
+$144 HOA
- $399 tax break
$1,870 per month**
30-year fixed rate

CONTACT ME for complete details on homesite 54 at SPACES at The Ranch and other year end opportunities!

**The information above is provided to estimate the cost saving benefits of home ownership vs. renting.  This example is meant for approximating tax savings only.  Your actual tax savings may vary and you should always consult your personal CPA for professional advice.  The above example payment is based on a purchase price $321,884 and a loan amount of $313,724.  Example is also based on a FHA loan that is fixed for 30 years with a required down payment of 3.5% from the buyer, at a rate of 3.875% (4.513% APR).  Actual interest rate and payment will vary.  Example payment of $2,125 includes principal, interest, taxes, and mortgage insurance.  Rate/Program based on buyer having a minimum FICO score of 680; if lower, higher rates would apply.  Financing estimate provided by Shea Mortgage, Inc., NMLS ID #40397, an independent member of the Shea family of companies.  This is not an offer to sell real estate or provide financing and interest rate used in example is based on rates as of 8/17/2011.  Rates and program subject to change at any time.  Additional conditions, restrictions and limitations may apply.  See your Shea Homes Sales Associate for additional details.  Communities are by Shea Homes Limited Partnership and Shea Homes Marketing Company, independent members of the Shea family of companies.  Shea Homes, 1805 Shea Center Drive, Suite 450, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129, 303-791-8180.  © 2011 Shea Homes

I don't know about anybody else but I have been busier this summer than ever before which makes me happy and gives me hope that consumers are becoming more brave as far as looking at potential real estat transactions that they are making. 

We've definitely had some tough times in our local real estate market with seeing foreclosures and shorts sales dominate our sales market however I know that there really is an opportunity for everyone out there.

So far this summer I have had 3 first time homebuyers close, help some investors find a great deals (while competing with owner occupant buyers), helped homeowners prevent foreclosure through the short sale process as well as tour TONS of bank-owned homes to find a true "diamond in the rough". 

If we educate our clients and set the expectation of what the home buyer and selling process is truly like right now we set them up for success!! 

This makes me happy and I am thrilled to be able to help my wonderful clients and special friends! 

Shea SPACES in Highlands Ranch – New Lot Release on Saturday!

SPACES at The Ranch Update:

Lot Release This Saturday at 9:30am!
Now is the time to select the perfect lot for your new SPACES home in Highlands Ranch.  The release will be held Saturday, July 9th promptly at 9:30am – don’t be late!

We will be releasing 3 new home sites:

GARDEN LEVEL HOMES: Lots 22, 23, & 24
*Choose from plans 3001, 3002, 3003 or 3004

Lot 22  $7,000
Lot 23  $3,000
Lot 24 $3,000

If you have any questions about any of these floorplans, lots, or just questions in general regarding this community, please don’t hesitate to email or call me at 720 988 5952/bhengst1@gmail.com.  I too have a priority number in this community and love to stay on top of what is going on at Shea SPACES in Highlands Ranch.

I would be happy to tour the models with you sometime soon!

Here are three great reasons to consider when trying to decide whether you are ready to buy a home now:

1.  The 30 Year Mortgage May Disappear
There has been some discussion about the government's role in supporting homeownership.  Some analysists say that if Fannie and Freddie are eliminated that this will put an end to the 30-year mortgage. 

2.  Requirements Are Only Getting MORE Stringent
There are several proposed changes being discussed out there that would affect what loan products are available, minimum down payments, as well as the need for a minimum 690 FICO score.  These changes will definitely affect people who are "border-line" as far as qualifying. 

3.  Rents are Expected to Increase
The supply of available rental properties is declining and the demand is increasing.  Due to the nature of supply and demand, this will cause rents to raise significantly throughout the year. 

The bottom line is that if you are waiting on the sidelines to see prices drop before you get into a home, be sure you evaluate the items mentioned below and speak with a professional about whether or not now is the time for you.