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Whether you are buying or selling a home, the Brian Maecker Team is dedicated to making sure you have a smooth transition from start to finish. Use our website at http://www.maecker.com/ to search available properties in the Northeast Colorado Springs, Northwest Colorado Springs, Southwest & Broadmoor, East and West Colorado Springs areas. You can also sign up to receive free listing updates by email, request a report on your home's value, and get information about relocating to the area.

10/08/2026

FALL SELLING!

Don’t Quit Now! If you are a buyer or seller, Don’t Quit. The fall going into winter is a great time to sell and buy a home!

The reason it’s a good time is because less competition. If you are a seller, many folks have quit and are waiting until next year. Price your home aggressively and enjoy an end of the year surge. Military makes lots of moves, and here in Colorado Springs, many companies are ramping up their workforce and relocating people here.

If you are a buyer, rates should remain stable and might even drop a little as demand slows. Yes, you might have fewer homes to pick from, but in general less competition and more aggressive sellers. Enjoy not having to Rush to a decision.

If you would like more help, please give us a call.

Thanks,

Brian Maecker
GRI, SRES, CRS, ABR

09/24/2026

FALL TIPS TO DO THIS FALL TO PREP FOR WINTER

Hi All,

I saw an article in this weekend’s Gazette. I will summarize this week’s post - Fall Tips for Your Home

1. Insulate and protect exposed water pipes. Look around the yard for sprinkler valves or other pipes close to exposed walls. Give them an insulation wrap.

2. Seal all windows, attics, roof areas and doors. Keep your home tight.

3. Speaking of doors – Are your doors fitting correctly? Check them, as they are a major source of leaking air. If you can’t seal it, Replace It.

4. Check the siding – the article says replace I don’t agree. If it’s real old, that might be a good idea. If not, make sure it’s all caulked and painted.

5. Clean out your gutters after the leaves have fallen.

6. Drain your sprinkler system when temps start to drop in the 30’s.

7. Clean your fireplaces,

8. Service your furnaces and then tuck in and enjoy winter.

9. Winterize your A/C and clean it and cover it

Take Care,

Brian

09/18/2026

WATER HEATERS

So, when is it time to replace a water heater? Generally speaking, its when you see a leak or puddle of water at the base. When was the last time you looked at your water heater? For most of us, it’s never! Water heaters are quiet and unassuming and require little or no maintenance. Typically, they are located by the furnace. When you change your furnace filters, that’s a good time to inspect your water heater. Always look around the base for any water leakage. That is the biggest clue you are going to have a problem.

Other clues is gas smell or if electric, it’s tripping the breaker. Another clue is if you find yourself raising the heater’s core temperature, it’s starting to fail. Once a water heater starts to go, it goes quick. Don’t wait as that could lead to water damage. An ounce of prevention can save you gallons of pain.

Thanks,
Brian

OPEN HOUSE!! 9/6/2026 From 11-17160 Mount Higgins Hts 80922PRICE REDUCED $400,000UPDATED AND EXCELLENT!! Move in Ready!!...
09/04/2026

OPEN HOUSE!! 9/6/2026 From 11-1
7160 Mount Higgins Hts 80922
PRICE REDUCED $400,000

UPDATED AND EXCELLENT!! Move in Ready!! This home is ready for quick occupancy. Pikes Peak and park views off of the Updated kitchen featuring quartz countertops, Stainless Steel appliances, Custom tiled backsplash and counter bar. Big open living area with Brazilian hardwood flooring. 3 spacious upper bedrooms including Luxury master suite with great views and big walk in closet. Ceiling fans in all bedrooms. The walkout basement family room could be bedroom suite and living area, it has easy care LVT flooring. HOA covers trash and covenant enforcement to give you safe clean neighborhood. Only a couple blocks to all the schools. Few minutes to Peterson and Schriever Air Force Base.

09/03/2026

HAPPY LABOR DAY

Keeping it light this week. I hope you all have some days off to celebrate Labor Day. I remember when school did not start until after Labor Day. In those days, it was officially the end of summer when Sept. 1st hit. Now it seems it gets cut short with August back to school dates.

Have a safe and relaxing weekend.

Thanks,

Brian

08/28/2026

BUYING GUIDE

Hi All,

In today’s market, it’s important to follow a few simple steps to make your home buying experience a good one. For a detailed plan for your specific situation, call us at 719-593-2963 or email [email protected]

Here you go!

1. Clean up your credit. You will need a credit score of 620 or better to get good rates
2. Save some money for downpayment and closing costs. A VA loan is NO downpayment. An FHA loan is 3 ½%. Closing costs are negotiated
3. Speak to a lender – get prequalified first
4. Interview with an experienced realtor. Your friends may not be the best choice to navigate all the issues in a purchase
5. Pick an area and a house that fits your price range. Do not expect to be able to go higher than you can and a seller to come down to your range
6. Inspect it with professionals. Again, a friend is not a good choice
7. Always get an appraisal. They are the stop gap to make sure value is OK
8. Walk the home before closing to ensure it’s in the same or better condition than when you contracted it. Make sure any repairs are completed

We have been helping buyers for over 40 years. Allow us to help you.

Thanks,

Brian Maecker
719-593-2933

08/21/2026

HOME SELLING TIPS

I feel I have shared these tips several times about selling. However, I met several sellers who have done things that shoot themselves in the foot. The minute you start thinking of selling, look at these tips:

1. Get Educated – Learn the value of your home. What it was last year is not what value is today

2. Trust the realtor you pick to give you ideas about fix up or not fix up. Many folks over improve with non-dollar producing fixes

3. Understand the costs – Selling is more than commissions. There are about 1½-2% in closing fees

4. Put a plan in place on timing. Price often times dictates timing. What is timing?

5. Display it. A good realtor will help you stage your home. A well staged home takes good pictures.

6. Offers – Don’t be greedy. Negotiate fairly thinking what your goals are along with what the market is telling you

7. Repair It – Think about this. A buyer is using all their funds for down payment and closing costs. Be reasonable. Always address health, safety and high dollar issues

8. Leave It Nice – Again do unto others as you would like done to you! Make it clean

For more details and our 40+ years of experience, call us at 719-593-2963

Thanks,

Brian Maecker
719-593-2963

08/18/2026

FIREPLACE SAFETY

Hi All,
Why am I talking about fireplaces when is 90 degrees outside. Because it’s the best time to have a fireplace expert clean and inspect your fireplace. They are not busy and some vendors offer discounts in the summer.
Gas fireplaces need less cleaning and inspecting. Get them checked if the glass becomes discolored and/or you can see the flames not burning consistently.
Wood fireplaces need more attention. Always use dried wood. Always open the damper. Check yearly. Animals love to nest there if the fireplace is not being used regularly. Always have a screen over it. Keep a fire extinguisher nearby. You get the idea-Be careful with your fireplace.

Take Care,
Brian

08/06/2026

Helpful Inspection Tips
When buying a home, one of the steps is the Home Inspection process. Buyers have a right to inspect the home to make sure it’s what they think they are buying. Often, buyers think they can ask for every little thing. Sellers think it should just be safety or major issues/ here are a few ideas to help you with the process.
1. Look at the big picture – Buyers do you want the home? Is what you are asking for a show stopper or are you being picky? Sellers, is it worth the hassle to fix the little things? Do you really want to lose a sale over some simple repairs? Ask yourself, if you were a buyer of your home – is this reasonable?
2. What’s important – Everyone should focus on big things. If it’s a roof replacement versus tightening the toilet, address the roof.
3. Get estimates – understand what any repair will cost. This will help everyone determine what’s major or not.
4. Work it out – Find solutions that everyone will be happy with. Focus on the big picture.
5. Reduce liability – Hire professional contractors that warrant their work. If you do it yourself, remember you are liable for it.
In the end, buyer want to buy and sellers want to sell. It’s up to the agent to manage expectations. Buyers and Seller, if you don’t understand items, get professional opinions. Always investigate, always get receipts, and always understand what you have agreed to.
Thanks,
Brian

07/17/2026

Money Saving Ideas for your Home

1. Change out your light bulbs-switch to LED lights and you might save as much as $150.00 over the lifetime of the bulb in energy use.

2. A leaky faucet as small as a drip tempo might use 3000 gallons in water bills over a year. Fix those leaky faucets.

3. Use correct air filters and replace them often to allow the furnace and A/C to work at full efficiency.

4. Use set back thermostats. Only use heat and A/C when you are there.

5. Adjust your air vents to flow evenly in your home.

6. Adjust your water heater to hotter in winter and cooler in summer. Not sure I agree with this one as I like a hot shower year round.

7. Water your lawn efficiently turn it off when it rains. Allow your lawn to dry out a bit and learn to tolerate less water.

8. Fix or replace leaky windows. It’s obvious-keep outside air outside.

9. Get quotes when having work done. Let contractors know you are getting multiple bids. It should make that pencil sharp for a good bid

I hope some of these tips help you. If you need more help please call me at 888-593-2963.

Thanks,

Brian

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