The Walker Group

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Company:	Keller Williams Clients Choice Realty
Location:	Colorado Springs
Web sites:	Real Estate Experts and Consultants
Phone:	(719) 660-5194

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In today's real estate market buyers, sellers and investors expect, and deserve, a level of service higher than ever before. We are committed to providing a service to our clients that far exceeds the services offered by other real estate brokers. We understand that buying real estate is the safest financial risk anyone can make but it is still a risk. We not only consider ourselves to be your broker, but your consultant in all your real estate needs. With over 15 years of combined real estate experience; our expertise includes relocation, new construction, resale, investing plus providing broker price opinions for a multi-billion dollar financial services holding company. We have flexible commission rate plans, rebates and money backed guarantees, please call us for details on our plans.We are focused on providing you with the best results and service in the industry. We listen carefully to understand your real estate goals and work hard to create solutions that make sense for you. Whether you are new to the market or an experienced investor, we have the expertise, proven track record, and resources to help you achieve your real estate goals.

We're going to educate you about investing in real estate regardless if this is your first time or thirtieth property we're going to help you make a solid real estate investment.

First, a little about the Walker Group of Colorado Springs, your specialists in Colorado Springs real estate. The Walker Group formed after David Walker retired from the Army. A decorated veteran, whose one of many honors includes the Bronze Star. David proved to be a leader during his 21 year commitment to the Army. His resume highlights include; effectively supervising, designing and facilitating the management of 242 personnel. Administering daily operations to include the accountability of and enforced maintenance of property valued in excess of $11,500,000. Experienced in long term and short term strategic planning. Operated a 120 Unit facility housing more than 200 military personnel. Identified the mis-utilization and implemented regulatory procedures saving the Dept. of Army more than $130,000 annually. David Walker's family is very proud of him, but don't doubt his commitment to systems and models. He's proven it. David has also personally invested in and renovated properties himself. He understands the business from all angels and has currently been licensed for almost 3 years.

Susan Walker is a graduate of Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX she has walked the walk of real estate investing herself and is probably one of the most passionate people you'll ever meet in regards to real estate investing. Susan Walker put herself through college in the finance arena of corporate America. She started as a general book keeper and left the field as a comptroller. Susan knows numbers. Her interest in real estate started at a very young age. At approximately the age of 23 Susan bought her first property, no cosigners, which was a duplex. She 'flipped' that duplex and made money before HGTV existed. Susan Walker knows what it means to risk everything. Susan believes in the 'Property Ladder' and has worked her way up it. There are no get rich quick scenarios for the mass majority but real estate always PAYS, you just need the right advisors. Susan Walker brings nearly 13 years of experience to the table and loves being able to advise others how to invest in real estate wisely.

We have the WINNING formula to find the BEST investment properties FIRST. Short term real estate investors take note; the properties we identify typically sell for 1/2 their resale value before repairs. Long term real estate investors name your return and we'll find it. We are experienced negotiators. We want you to become a lifetime client and understand in order for that to happen the proof has to be in the pudding.

The Walker Group will provide a detailed analysis of your personal situation. Reports included:
 Prospective Properties and Summaries
 Before and After Tax Scenarios
 Long Term and Short Term Performance Scenarios
 1031 exchange options

The Walker Group believes real estate investing is the smartest financial risk anyone can make but it is still a risk. Thus, we are committed to helping you hedge that risk with measurable RESULTS.

We prefer that those interested call us directly to set up a time to talk about your real estate investment opportunities and needs. But, if email works best for you that is ok too. The Walker Group is ready to TALK REAL ESTATE!

David Walker and Susan Walker
The Walker Group
Keller Williams Clients Choice Realty
719-660-5194
susanwalker@kw.com

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how can i get a free listt of irs forclosures hud va forclosures etc?

Asked Sat Jul 19 2008, 06:20 by Deeann Talada - Denver - Home Buying - 3 answers

The Walker Group answered:

No such one or individual 'list' exist. although websites will claim they do. Those websites claiming to have list, in my experience will be in accurate.

For HUD properties go to:
http://mcbreo.com/

For VA foreclosures go to:
http://www.ocwen.com/reo/home.cfm

Both of these websites are the law firms/asset manager firms that 'manage' NOT own these types of listings for the VA and HUD. These firms will not allow you to cut out an agent. A listing agent has already been assigned thus I strongly suggest you use a buyers agent. You will not get the property for less b/c you forgo your right to your own representation. Please be clear on that. VA and HUD mandate the use of an agent.

In regards to tax foreclosures typically in CO we will see those types of issues recorded as liens.

Any agent can search and find ALL types of foreclosures for you from the MLS. This is probably your best bet.

Good luck,
Susan Walker - Sat Jul 19 2008, 08:19

Home buying question

Asked Wed Jul 16 2008, 15:01 by Chris - 80212 - Home Buying - 9 answers

The Walker Group answered:

First, don't ever change the way you are about money. You are obviously a smart financial person and I'd rather be conservative than broke.

All the advice given has been very insightful. I'd only add that yes it does sound like 'dream' numbers and ratios that is why the loan process has been so painless.

You might be experiencing what is called, buyers remorse, it happens when someone is about to make a very large purchase. It is 100% normal whether your first big purchase or hundreth. Typically, it goes away. If there are big red flags in regards to the property and/or a loan that was promised then worry; if not start dreaming about being a home owner and congratulations.

You'd probably like this guy, check out his website:
www.daveramsey.com

Good luck,
Susan Walker - Wed Jul 16 2008, 16:15

I looked at a house recently and the listing agent showed it to me. I am not thrilled with the listing agent

Asked Mon Jun 30 2008, 16:58 by Chris - Colorado - Home Buying - 6 answers

The Walker Group answered:

The seller has a listing agreement with the agent which has an ending date. Then there is typically a holdover clause in the agreement, which prevents an agent from being backdoored within so many days (on avg 30-90 days) of the listing agreement expiring. Why? Because sellers and buyers like to do this kind of thing regurarly. Sometimes justified, sometimes not. Either way the entire agreement between seller and agent can be legally enforced so buyer beware.
Susan Walker - Mon Jun 30 2008, 19:47

We are looking at a possible job relocation to Colorado Springs within few months.

Asked Mon Jun 23 2008, 19:26 by Paul - Colorado Springs - Home Buying - 12 answers

The Walker Group answered:

We're definitely in a buyers market in Colorado Springs and with a good buyer's broker you should be able to negotiate a great deal. Colorado Springs, in my opinion, has not seen it's 'boom' but the market is definitely slow right now for various reasons. We didn't see over inflated prices, however, with the lending castrophe it has definitely put a hurt on the ability of buyers to buy. Thus, we're over supplied. Again, with the right broker finding a deal shouldn't be a problem. This is a great city to invest in.

Depending on how long you plan on living here would depend on whether or not I advised a new construction home or resale. Most of your new construction will be out east and the competition in terms of resaling within a few years will be difficult. This is a unique city in it's layout. For the most part I25 is the main corridor. Mountain living on the west side of I25, plains living on the east side of I25. With the exception of the Tri-Lakes area which is on the north end of the city. As with any city location, location, location is the key element. And, typically the best seats in the house are taken first, meaning if is important to you you'll probably be looking at resale properties.

In terms of communities it depends on your lifestyle. Do you require more shopping and restaurants or do you want mountain lifestyle, such as hiking, biking, wildlife, or is golfing important, etc... Unless, you choose to move out east commute times aren't bad as long as you have quick access to I25.

Not sure where Hollister is, but one of two things will occur; you'll either suffer from sticker shock or think we've got some great deals.

Check out these communities:
Tri-Lakes (Woodmoor, Monument, Palmer Lake)
Blackforest
Broadmoor/southwest
Old Colorado City (Pleasant Valley)
Manitou Springs
Westside
Briargate/ Northeast
Downtown (Old North End, Patty Jewett)

This is just the tip of the iceberg. This is a great city with lots of great areas and without knowing specifically what you and your family are looking for it is hard to point you in the right direction. You might even consider Woodland Park which is a small mountain town up the pass that lots of people commute from daily.

www.city-data.com

is a great place to get insight on any city you might be relocating too. This website might help you gain more insight on our city.

Good luck,
Susan Walker - Mon Jun 23 2008, 21:27

We've rented out our current home and would like to buy another. What will it take to get approved for a loan?

Asked Sat Jun 21 2008, 09:43 by Melissa - Colorado Springs - Home Buying - 8 answers

The Walker Group answered:

I've been a landlord for 15 years and work with lots of investors. Here is my experience;

You are going to apply for this loan just like you would regardless if you have a rental or not. The rental will come into play but not by much. The underwriter will most definitely want a copy of lease and possibly proof of deposited rents. The lender is going to be looking at your income to debt ratio, credit score, down payment and employment. Just as they would any loan. As long as the rental is not detrimental to your finances you don't need to worry. And, unless the underwriter is suspicious of your ability as a landlord (just like any self employed person) or the legitimacy of the rental, be prepared to provided lots of documentation.

Good luck,
Susan Walker - Sat Jun 21 2008, 13:12

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