Questions to Ask and Etiquette to Follow at a Fort Collins Home Showing

by Jason Levi

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Questions to Ask and Etiquette to Follow at a Fort Collins Home Showing

Jason Levi & Carrie Levi

CLHMS | GUILD | REAL Luxury Division · The Levi Group Colorado | Real Broker, LLC

Published 2026-01-25 • Updated 2026-10-20

Direct Answer

What should you ask when touring a house for sale?

Ask about the age and condition of major systems, utility costs, HOA dues and any assessments, plus how long the home has been listed and whether offers are due by a certain date. Save negotiation talk for after you leave, since some homes have cameras or audio devices.

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A home showing is your chance to learn what photos and listing descriptions leave out. Knowing what to ask, and how to behave in someone else's home, helps Fort Collins buyers get more from every tour.

Questions About the Home's Systems

Ask about the age and condition of major items such as the roof, furnace, air conditioning and water heater.

Your agent can request seller disclosures and records, and a professional inspection will give you a fuller picture later.

Questions About Costs

Ask about average utility costs, HOA dues and what the HOA covers, and any special assessments.

These ongoing costs affect your monthly budget as much as the price does.

Questions About the Sale

Your agent can ask the listing agent how long the home has been listed, whether there have been price changes and whether offers are expected by a certain date.

These answers help shape your offer strategy.

Showing Etiquette

Follow any requests about shoes, pets or photos, and keep children close.

Leave doors, lights and belongings as you found them.

Keep Your Opinions Private Until You Leave

Some homes have cameras or audio devices, so save negotiation talk and price comments for after the showing.

Debrief with your agent and partner outside or in the car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I take photos during a showing?

Ask first. Some sellers allow photos and some do not.

Who should I ask about a home's history?

Your agent can ask the listing agent and request seller disclosures and records.

Why should I avoid talking about price during a showing?

Some homes have cameras or audio devices, and your comments could affect negotiations.

Who are Jason and Carrie Levi?

Jason and Carrie Levi are CLHMS-certified luxury Realtors with the GUILD distinction who co-lead The Levi Group Colorado with Real Broker, LLC in Fort Collins. They specialize in Fort Collins, Timnath, Windsor, Loveland, and Northern Colorado, serving buyers and sellers, and were recognized in the 2026 RealTrends Verified rankings as a Top Team by Volume and by Sides.

Summary

Smart questions and good etiquette help Fort Collins buyers learn more from every showing and protect their negotiating position.

Ready to tour homes in Fort Collins? Talk with Jason and Carrie Levi.

Carrie Levi & Jason Levi — The Levi Group Colorado | Real Broker, LLC CLHMS | GUILD | REAL Luxury Division · 300 Boardwalk Dr, #6b, Fort Collins, CO 80525 · (970) 426-8916 · jason@thelevigroup.net