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All Forum Posts by: Kayla Givens

Kayla Givens has started 19 posts and replied 230 times.

Post: Agent advice for first time homebuyers trying to enter market

Kayla Givens
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  • Real Estate Broker
  • Denver, CO
  • Posts 242
  • Votes 252

@Candice De I am in a similar boat as your clients. I was originally approved for a loan of up to $360k as my max ( +/- depending on property taxes). @Bridget Brazelton recommended that I reach out to a lender to see if I qualified for their program -- you can have a tenant sign a lease and use 100% of that money towards your monthly income. I went from qualifying for $360k to $420k!

I am still searching for a home but something to consider if your clients are willing to house hack or have a little wiggle room in their budget. There are some lenders in the area that offer cash FOR your buyers as well. I have been put on a waitlist for this program but another potential option. Good luck!

Post: Looking for rental home in Centennial for business/service

Kayla Givens
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  • Real Estate Broker
  • Denver, CO
  • Posts 242
  • Votes 252

Hey, BP!

My boyfriend started a Sober Living community and is currently looking for a home in Centennial, CO to rent. 3-4 beds / 2 + bath. Does anyone have a lead or property? Does anyone have experience working with people or property managers in the sober living community? 

Would love to connect with anyone that's interested in hearing more!

Post: Texas to Colorado License - Reciprocity/Need To Knows

Kayla Givens
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  • Real Estate Broker
  • Denver, CO
  • Posts 242
  • Votes 252

Currently studying for Texas real estate license and planning to get Colorado as well. It's my understanding that Colorado has reciprocity with Texas and I would just have to take the Colorado exam.

Has anyone done this before? Did you run into any issues or hiccups along the way? What do I need to know?

Post: Texas to Colorado License - Reciprocity/Need To Knows

Kayla Givens
Posted
  • Real Estate Broker
  • Denver, CO
  • Posts 242
  • Votes 252

Currently studying for Texas real estate license and planning to get Colorado as well. It's my understanding that Colorado has reciprocity with Texas and I would just have to take the Colorado exam.

Has anyone done this before? Did you run into any issues or hiccups along the way? What do I need to know?

Post: Am I being Tested OR Am I being told to Wait?!

Kayla Givens
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  • Real Estate Broker
  • Denver, CO
  • Posts 242
  • Votes 252

I am no expert but I found this video to provide some really great insight (and maybe even a little hope?). Thoughts?

Ken McElroy - Real Estate Housing Crash Q4 2021

Post: Giving up on Denver and heading to Austin

Kayla Givens
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  • Real Estate Broker
  • Denver, CO
  • Posts 242
  • Votes 252

@Jacob Pereira thank you!! What are your thoughts on the suburb’s near Austin? We’re looking north and south as well

Post: Giving up on Denver and heading to Austin

Kayla Givens
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  • Real Estate Broker
  • Denver, CO
  • Posts 242
  • Votes 252

@James Carlson thank you so much!! 

Post: Giving up on Denver and heading to Austin

Kayla Givens
Posted
  • Real Estate Broker
  • Denver, CO
  • Posts 242
  • Votes 252

@Josh Howard Okay - now I understand why everyone thought I was joking! WOW! 

Post: Giving up on Denver and heading to Austin

Kayla Givens
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  • Real Estate Broker
  • Denver, CO
  • Posts 242
  • Votes 252

Hey, @Hanna Lupico! YES! We are looking to buy our first home there and then get into investing later - I should have specified. I think I wrote my initial post quickly and without much thought :)

Post: Giving up on Denver and heading to Austin

Kayla Givens
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  • Real Estate Broker
  • Denver, CO
  • Posts 242
  • Votes 252

@Ryan Kelly what are your thoughts on Buda, Kyle or other cities outside of Austin?