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Military Family Month: Free Resources for Your Next Move
November is Military Family Month. Here are the free, official programs that help PCSing families plan a move, budget for it, find housing and settle in at a new duty station.
Trick-or-Treat Ready: Porch Safety and Fall Curb Appeal
Get your porch, steps and walkway ready for trick-or-treaters with better lighting, trip-free paths and safer decorations, plus simple fall curb appeal tips for homes on the market.
Winter PCS Orders: Buying or Selling Over the Holidays
Got orders with a winter report date? The holiday housing market is quieter but full of motivated buyers and sellers. Here’s how to buy or sell over the holidays and plan around closures and moving dates.
Nicole Strom
REALTOR, Associate Broker, MRP, ABR #100085955
The Platinum Group, REALTORS®
6760 Corporate Drive, Ste 300
Colorado Springs, Colorado 80919
(719) 922-0102
About
Nicole is an approachable and experienced full-time REALTOR® who is dedicated to providing exceptional service to her clients. As a retired Army military spouse, she understands the unique needs and challenges that relocating families may face when it comes to buying or selling a home. With her extensive knowledge and personal experience, Nicole is able to offer valuable insights and support throughout the entire real estate process.
Nicole holds a Bachelor Degree in Marketing, which gives her a solid foundation in effective strategies to market properties and reach potential buyers. She leverages her expertise to create compelling listings that highlight the unique features and selling points of her clients' homes. By utilizing the latest marketing techniques, Nicole ensures maximum exposure for her clients' properties, thus attracting the right buyers and achieving the best possible outcomes for her clients.
One of Nicole's passions is educating her clients. She firmly believes that well-informed clients make the best decisions. Nicole takes the time to patiently explain each step of the transaction process, empowering her clients to make confident and informed choices.
Nicole is committed to staying at the forefront of technological advancements in the real estate industry. She actively seeks out and embraces the latest technologies to benefit her clients. From virtual reality tours to drone photography, Nicole harnesses the power of technology to provide her clients with a competitive edge. By utilizing advanced data analysis and other innovative resources, she ensures that her clients have access to the most cutting-edge solutions available in the real estate industry.
When she is not helping her clients achieve their real estate goals, Nicole enjoys staying active and exploring the great outdoors. She also believes in giving back to her community and dedicates her time to volunteering with local organizations that support military families and veterans.
If you are looking for a REALTOR® who is both approachable and professional, committed to excellence, armed with marketing expertise, passionate about educating clients and dedicated to utilizing the latest technologies, Nicole is the ideal choice.
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Planning To Sell in 2027? Start Prepping Now. Planning to sell your house in 2027? Don't wait until next year to start getting ready. Today's buyers have more homes to choose from than they've had in years. And that means making a great first impression matters more than ever. According to Zillow, 78% of sellers complete at least one home improvement project before listing. And getting a house market-ready typically takes 2–3 months. That's time spent figuring out what to fix, finding contractors, scheduling repairs, and tackling those projects you've been putting off. But here's the key: You don't need to do everything. And you definitely don't need to do it all at once. Start by talking to an agent about which updates are actually worth making. Consider a pre-listing inspection to uncover repairs before buyers do. Then tackle those bigger projects over time. Save the cleaning, staging, and finishing touches for closer to listing day. The advantage of starting early? You get to work on your schedule, not a last-minute deadline. Selling in 2027? Let's create a plan now so your house is ready to stand out when it's time to list.
The Housing Market Is on Solid Ground, Even with More Foreclosures Completed foreclosures are up 33% from last year, and that headline is making a lot of people nervous. The data tells a much calmer story. Today’s numbers are still a small fraction of what the market saw during the 2008 crash. And they aren’t flooding the market with homes for sale. Right now, there’s about 4.8 months’ supply of homes for sale, according to the National Association of Realtors. Four to six months is considered balanced. In the years around the crash that ballooned up to 12 months. So why isn’t this turning into a repeat of 2008? Equity. Nearly two in three homeowners have paid off their mortgage or have more than 50% equity. Back in 2010, nearly one in four homes were underwater. Today, just 2% of homeowners are considered seriously underwater. That cushion gives today’s homeowners options if they hit a rough patch, which means far fewer distressed sales. Have other questions about what you’re hearing about the market? Comment below or reach out. Unfortunately, headlines often do more to terrify than clarify.
Today's Market Could Be a Win for Veterans Looking To Buy a Home For veterans and active-duty service members, today's housing market could offer a powerful combination: VA home loan benefits AND more negotiating power. And that could give you an advantage when buying your next home. VA loans already come with some major benefits for eligible buyers: No down payment required in many cases. No monthly mortgage insurance, even with no down payment. Competitive mortgage rates that can help lower monthly payments. But here's where things get especially interesting… With more homes for sale and less buyer competition in many areas, sellers may be more willing to negotiate. That could mean a lower purchase price, help with repairs, or assistance with closing costs. And VA loans allow sellers to cover things like closing costs plus concessions of up to 4% of the home's value. Think about what that means for your savings. You could potentially buy a home with no down payment, avoid monthly mortgage insurance, AND negotiate help with upfront expenses. Your military benefits and today's market could work together to make your next move possible. Connect with a lender you trust to learn more.
