Are you preparing for your first home purchase? The process of buying a house can be overwhelming, but it can also be an exciting time! It is important to educate yourself and become familiar with the home-buying process before you decide to sign on the dotted line. Questions Commonly Asked by New Homeowners Through our 85 years of experience as an independent real estate brokerage, we are eager to help make the home-buying process simple and stress-free. In this article, we will answer 10 of the most frequently asked questions from first-time homebuyers: What kind of mortgage should I get? Ch ..read more

McGraw REALTORS® is happy to announce that Lee Wallis has joined McGraw Commercial Properties as our President and Managing Broker. In this role, Lee is responsible for the strategic direction and performance of all service lines including leasing, sales, property management, and valuation. Meet Lee Wallis Lee Wallis has 30 years of commercial real estate experience and has been recognized for success in increasing market share, revenue, and profit margins while building synergistic teams. Lee holds both the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) and the Certified Property Manager (CPM ..read more

When it comes to barriers to homeownership, the list can seem endless. From saving for a down payment to credit scores, there are many potential hurdles that stand between you and your dream of buying a home. However, with the right strategies in place, they don’t have to be insurmountable barriers with the help of an educated lender. McGraw REALTORS® believes that everyone’s homeowner journey should be a smooth one, so let’s look at some of the barriers and how best to navigate them. The most common barriers to purchase include funds for closing, credit score, and debt-to-income ratio. These ..read more

McGraw REALTORS® proudly announces the appointment of Jeff Horany as the Office Manager of the Grand Lake office. Jeff’s dedication and professionalism in his acquisitions and business relationships made him the ideal candidate for this position. Jeff started in real estate as an investor in 2007 where he bought, sold, rehabbed, and leased dozens of properties. During that process, he dealt with hundreds of real estate professionals, learned what works, what doesn’t work, and how to market our own properties most effectively and efficiently.  Jeff recalls, “While floating around on Grand ..read more

On June 30, 2022, McGraw REALTORS® and McGraw Commercial Properties announced the opening of its first Colorado location at 6799 Bismark Rd, Unit G Colorado Springs, CO with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. On June 30, 2022, McGraw REALTORS® and McGraw Commercial Properties announced the opening of its first Colorado location at 6799 Bismark Rd, Unit G Colorado Springs, CO with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. After more than 83 years as an exclusively Tulsa metro company, 2020 saw McGraw REALTORS® embark on a rapid expansion, growing from just five offices to twenty-one in three states with the addition ..read more

Getting your home ready to list for sale? Looking for your next home to invest in?  Every house has its issues, and home buyers and sellers must decide what they can live with, what they’re willing to fix — and when it’s time to walk away. These common concerns can become deal breakers in the right circumstances, but they can also be negotiated to create a welcome deal for buyers and sellers alike. Here’s what you need to know (and do) to position yourself to buy or sell a property for the right price. 1. Foundation Damage  A home’s foundation is key to its structural soundness and o ..read more

Whether you’re planning a local or out-of-state move, these resources will help you to prepare for moving day. You’ll learn how to pack for the move, settle into your new living space, and clean and maintain your new home. Read on to get started! Preparing for Your Move Learn how to find a real estate agent, calculate the property taxes in your desired area, pack for the move, and change your mailing address.  Start by hiring an experienced real estate agent from McGraw Realtors who is familiar with the area you wish to relocate to.  Research the property taxes in your desired area ..read more

The home buying process doesn’t have to be daunting. Like anything worth doing, purchasing a house requires some preparation and persistence. But it’s easier to walk through the process when you know what’s involved. Use this handy set of to-do’s—and one of the most important decisions in your life, the house you purchase, will be as simple and enjoyable as possible.  Step One: Get Your Financials in Order Ensuring your financial ducks are in a row makes it easier to have bids accepted, get a good loan, and buy a house you can afford. Be Ready to Invest You’ll have to put some money down ..read more

Guest Post by Patrick Young What Is a Pre-Move Checklist? A pre-move checklist is a way to ensure that you follow a clear game plan before you start a move, making it a must-have tool for anyone planning a move. It covers everything from packing your belongings to arranging a moving company, setting up childcare, and starting utilities in your new home. The Pre-Move Checklist Pre-move checklists are designed to make your move easy, stress-free, and affordable. Your pre-move checklist should be used every step of your journey, even when you reach your destination. First Things First Choosing a ..read more

Guest post by Patrick Young If you or a loved one suffers from a mobility impairment that makes walking, climbing stairs, or standing a challenge, you may be looking for an accessible home that’s move-in ready — or potentially modifiable and can be renovated to meet your needs. In some cases, you may be looking to design and build your own home, especially if you’ve been house hunting for a while and haven’t yet found what you need.  To successfully find accessible housing in your desired area, connect with an agent through McGraw Realtors. One of their agents will be able to guide you th ..read more