What’s Lori’s Best Advice After 40 Years In Colorado Real Estate? 

What separates successful real estate transactions from stressful ones? According to 40-year veteran Lori Thompson, it all comes down to preparation. Drawing from thousands of Colorado Springs home sales, Lori shares her golden rule that applies whether you're buying your first home or selling your fifth: "Be prepared."

Buyers need to understand exactly what funds they'll need throughout the entire process—not just the down payment, but inspection costs, appraisal fees, and closing costs. Sellers must recognize that their beloved home might need improvements to appeal to today's market. As Lori memorably puts it, "If they can smell it, we can't sell it." Those cooking odors, smoking residue, or pet smells that you've become nose-blind to? They're costing you thousands.

The Colorado Springs market has transformed dramatically during Lori's career, but one truth remains constant: market conditions always change. Today's buyer-friendly inventory levels will shift, just as yesterday's multiple-offer feeding frenzies eventually cooled. Success comes from understanding current conditions and adapting strategies accordingly. Beyond market mechanics, Lori emphasizes that real estate remains deeply emotional—these aren't just transactions but life transitions filled with memories, hopes, and sometimes tears. Finding a realtor who balances practical guidance with emotional intelligence makes all the difference.

Looking for your lifetime realtor who answers her phone and genuinely cares? Call or text Lori at 719-332-1807 or visit online. Whether you're PCSing to Colorado Springs or ready for your forever mountain view, Lori's guidance goes beyond closing day—because real estate should be about relationships, not just commission checks.

To learn more about RE/MAX Properties Inc. visit:
https://www.LoriThompson.REMAX.com
RE/MAX Properties Inc.
Colorado Springs
719-332-1807