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719-212-7400

You said the numbers matter. So we broke them down for you.Because when you’re buying a home in Colorado Springs, the in...
10/29/2026

You said the numbers matter. So we broke them down for you.

Because when you’re buying a home in Colorado Springs, the interest rate is only part of the conversation.

According to Mortgage News Daily, national mortgage rate averages on October 28, 2026, were:

• 30-year conventional: 7.35%
• FHA: 6.99%
• VA: 7.00%

But here’s something worth considering.

A lower interest rate doesn’t automatically mean you’re getting a better overall deal.

Your purchase price, seller concessions, closing costs, and monthly payment all matter.

And depending on the property and financing, you may be able to negotiate seller concessions toward an eligible mortgage rate buydown.

That’s why we believe the better question isn’t necessarily, “When will rates hit 5%?”

It’s “What would buying a home actually look like for me right now?”

Whether you’re considering a $700K home, exploring the $1M+ market, or relocating to Colorado Springs, you deserve to understand your options before making your next move.

At Blueprint Realty, we believe informed buyers make confident decisions.

So let’s talk numbers.

What’s influencing your decision the most right now?

A. Interest rates
B. Monthly payment
C. Finding the right home
D. Waiting to see what happens

Tell us below.

And if you’d like to explore your own buying scenario, comment RATES or send us a message. We’ll help you understand your options and connect you with a trusted lender for personalized financing numbers.

Save this post for when you’re ready to revisit the numbers.

Blueprint Realty
Make your move. Be the blueprint.



Rates shown are national averages from October 28, 2026, not current or personalized Colorado mortgage quotes. Financing terms and seller concessions vary by lender, borrower, and loan program.

How many people are still renting because someone told them they need 20% down to buy a house?Imagine spending years sav...
10/28/2026

How many people are still renting because someone told them they need 20% down to buy a house?

Imagine spending years saving for a down payment, only to find out you might have qualified to buy a home much sooner.

Here’s what a lot of people don’t realize:

You don’t necessarily need 20% down to buy a home in Colorado Springs.

Some conventional loans allow as little as 3% down. FHA loans can start at 3.5%, and eligible VA and USDA buyers may qualify for 0% down.

Of course, qualifying depends on your financial situation, and there’s more to buying a home than just the down payment.

But that’s exactly why understanding your options matters.

You can’t make an informed decision about something you don’t know is possible.

At Blueprint Realty, we believe buying a home should feel less intimidating and a lot more understandable.

So let’s start with a simple question:

Did you think you needed 20% down to buy a house?

A. Yes, that’s what I was told.
B. No, I knew there were other options.

Drop A or B in the comments. We’re genuinely curious.

And if you’ve been wondering whether buying a home in Colorado Springs is possible for you, comment BUY or send us a message.

We’ll help you understand the home buying process and connect you with the right resources to explore your options. No pressure, just information.

Blueprint Realty | Colorado Springs, CO
719-212-7400
BPRealtyGroup.com
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How much money could you actually walk away with after selling your home?Your list price and your take-home amount are n...
09/15/2026

How much money could you actually walk away with after selling your home?

Your list price and your take-home amount are not the same thing.

A seller net sheet estimates your potential proceeds after accounting for your mortgage payoff, closing costs, negotiated broker compensation, taxes, HOA charges, seller concessions, and other expenses connected to selling a home.

If you are planning to sell and buy another home, knowing this number can also help you estimate your next down payment, moving expenses, and overall home-buying budget.

Even if selling your Colorado Springs home is still six months or a year away, understanding the numbers now gives you time to make an informed decision. No pressure and no obligation, just clarity.

DM me “NET” for a personalized estimated seller net sheet. If you are comfortable, include your property address so I can make the estimate more specific.

Net sheets are estimates. Final proceeds are determined by the terms of the transaction and the final closing statement.

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Story time: this is what happens when you pay attention to the market instead of fighting it. đź‘€3165 Vail Pass Dr is offi...
09/14/2026

Story time: this is what happens when you pay attention to the market instead of fighting it. đź‘€

3165 Vail Pass Dr is officially LEASED.

When we first brought this home to market, it wasn’t moving the way I wanted it to. So we looked at the numbers, looked at the competition, adjusted our positioning, and got intentional.

And then? We got it done.

That’s the part of real estate and property management I love.

I’m not interested in putting a sign up, posting a property online, and waiting around hoping something happens. I watch the market. I communicate with my clients. I make adjustments when the data tells us to. And when it’s time to move, we move.

Fast. Efficient. Effective.

Because whether I’m helping you sell your home, find your next one, relocate, or manage an investment property, the goal is the same: protect your asset and have a strategy behind every move.

So, quick question: if your home isn’t selling or renting, are you willing to change the strategy, or are you still waiting on the market to change for you?

If you own a property in Colorado Springs and you’ve been wondering whether it makes more sense to sell it or rent it, DM me “OPTIONS.” We’ll start there.

Make your move. Be the blueprint.

Vanessa Rose | Broker/Owner
Blueprint Realty
📲 719-212-7400

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LEASED | 3114 Shikra View 🔑Did you know Blueprint Realty offers property management, too?When the owner of 3114 Shikra V...
08/28/2026

LEASED | 3114 Shikra View 🔑

Did you know Blueprint Realty offers property management, too?

When the owner of 3114 Shikra View prepared to PCS, selling was the first option we explored.

We looked at the market. We ran the numbers. And ultimately, selling right now didn’t make the most sense.

So we created a different strategy.

Within the same month, the property was prepared for rent, marketed, applications were reviewed, and 3114 Shikra View was leased to another military family.

Because sometimes the best real estate decision isn’t selling.

Sometimes it’s keeping the asset, generating rental income, and giving yourself the opportunity to revisit the market later.

At Blueprint Realty, we believe you should understand all of your options before making your next move.

Selling? We can help.
Buying? We can help.
PCSing and not sure whether to sell or rent? We can help with that, too.

If you own a home in Colorado Springs and have wondered whether selling or renting makes more sense, here’s your micro-commitment:

Comment SELL, RENT, or BOTH.

We’ll help you start with the numbers, not the pressure.

BLUEPRINT REALTY | BPRealtyGroup.com
Real Estate + Property Management
Make your move, be the blueprint.

🏡 Shopping for a Colorado Springs home under $425K? Add this one to your Saturday plans.OPEN HOUSE | 4958 Hawk Meadow Dr...
08/26/2026

🏡 Shopping for a Colorado Springs home under $425K? Add this one to your Saturday plans.

OPEN HOUSE | 4958 Hawk Meadow Dr
Saturday, August 29 | 2–4 PM
Offered at $415,000

With 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 2,164 sq. ft., this home gives you something buyers keep asking for: more space without pushing past that $425K price point.

Inside, you’ll find vaulted ceilings, a finished basement with a wet bar and plenty of room to spread out. Outside? A deck and spacious fenced backyard ready for Colorado evenings, entertaining, pets or play.

Plus, you’re conveniently located near Peterson Space Force Base, Fort Carson, shopping, dining and major commuter routes, making this one worth a look for local and relocating buyers alike.

Not sure if it’s the one yet? You don’t have to be.

Come walk through it Saturday. See the space, explore the neighborhood and decide for yourself.

📍 4958 Hawk Meadow Dr | Colorado Springs
đź—“ Saturday, August 29
⏰ 2:00–4:00 PM
🏡 Hosted by Alissa Troyer, REALTOR® | Blueprint Realty

Know someone searching for a 4-bedroom Colorado Springs home around $400K–$425K? Send this their way.

Make your move, be the blueprint.

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SOLD | 3602 Glenna Pl. 🏡This closing feels a little different.Congratulations to Kristen [Kristen Pinnock, Realtor- Blue...
08/20/2026

SOLD | 3602 Glenna Pl. 🏡

This closing feels a little different.

Congratulations to Kristen [Kristen Pinnock, Realtor- Blueprint Realty] and her buyer on officially closing on their new home Friday! Watching Kristen guide her client through this process and get them all the way to the closing table makes me incredibly proud.

But this one also represents something bigger for Blueprint Realty.

This is one of our first closings with another Blueprint agent at the helm, and it’s such a cool moment to step back and realize what we’re building.

Blueprint was never meant to be a place where agents simply hang their license. I want it to be a brokerage where our agents know they have people behind them. Where we share knowledge, help problem-solve, talk through negotiations, celebrate the wins, and step in when someone needs support.

And that means Kristen’s buyer didn’t just have one great agent in their corner. They had Kristen leading the way, with an entire brokerage ready to support them and their transaction whenever needed.

That’s the kind of real estate company I want us to continue becoming.

Kristen, I’m so proud of you. Congratulations on another closing, and congratulations to your buyer on their new home. 🤍

One closing at a time, one agent at a time, one client at a time… Blueprint is growing.

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