The changing state of Front Range housing
We sat down with David Sinkey, president and founder of Louisville’s award-winning homebuilder, Boulder Creek Neighborhoods, to get a local perspective on Colorado Front Range housing.
Realtor for Life: Alternatives to foreclosure
Credit and homeownership can often be rescued if the homeowner takes quick action.
How mortgage recasting works and how it can save you money
Homeowners who want to shave off dollars from their monthly mortgage payment as well as save money on interest, might consider a mortgage recast.
Ask the Expert: Home inspections in winter months
Colorado home buyers should be aware of the limitations of a winter home inspection. That said, having a home inspection in the middle of winter is not a complete waste of money. Every season teaches you something important about your house or the house you are going to buy.
Boulder tops 10 cities to watch in 2020, Denver ranks among leading supercities
Boulder heads a list of 10 smaller cities making a name for themselves in 2020, says global media platform Worth.com.
Clearwater Lofts at Keystone promises year-round fun
World-class condominiums are coming to Keystone. Whether you’re looking for a seasonal, year-round, or second home, Clearwater Lofts at Keystone are the perfect choice.
Owner financing real estate in Colorado
Owner financing is when a real estate owner has enough equity to loan all or part of the money for a buyer’s purchase of their real estate. Carrying the financing on a home can be an attractive investment for a seller.
Ask the Expert: Just what is a home inspection?
Home inspections are limited, non-invasive, examinations of the condition of a home. The sale of a home is often contingent on a home inspection.
WK Real Estate welcomes Kate Kelley
Originally from western Massachusetts, Kate Kelley moved to Colorado in 2012 in search of adventure and new opportunities. After falling in love with the Front Range, she decided to make it permanent by getting her real estate license and buying her first home.
Understanding RESPA
If you’ve never heard of the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA), you’re not alone. This law was passed by Congress in 1974 and is instrumental in protecting buyers from abusive real estate practices. Curious about RESPA and how it helps you? Here, we share the key details of this vitally important act.
Survey shows why homeownership makes people happier
Ninety-three percent of Americans say they are happier after buying a home, and 83 percent would never go back to renting, according to Bank of America’s latest Homebuyer Insights Report.
The art of (a bidding) war
Even in a balanced real estate market, competition between eager bidders may arise – so how do you make an offer that truly stands out among the rest?
How the Fed’s interest rate decisions affect mortgage rates
The Fed lowered rates by a quarter of a percentage point Wednesday, for the third time this year, in an 8-2 vote. Citing “global developments for the economic outlook as well as muted inflation pressures” in a statement released by the Federal Reserve, policymakers dropped the target range for the federal funds rate to 1-{ to 1-} percent.
Why hospitals are getting into the housing business
Legally and morally, hospitals cannot discharge patients if they have no safe place to go. To address the problem, hospitals from Baltimore to Denver to Sacramento, Calif., are exploring ways to help patients find a home.
What’s going on with new construction in Colorado?
Last week I had the privilege of listening to a presentation by John Covert, senior director of the west region for Metrostudy. His company consults with hundreds of homebuilders – as well as lenders, developers, investors, suppliers, utilities, school districts, and local governments – across the country who rely Metrostudy’s market intelligence and insights to help them make major decisions in their business as the real estate market changes from year to year.
Athena Brownson partners with Compass
After five years with the New Era Group, Athena Brownson is partnering with Compass real estate.
Boulder-area September home sales consistent
The Boulder County real estate market is steady-as-she-goes for September, a far cry from the wild swings in temperature September delivered. September statistics show the area’s home sales are slowing as the official “home buying” season comes to a close, but the change in pace is minimal.
Colorado Landmark, Realtors Leans in to Local
Since 1977, when Founder Joel Ripmaster opened the doors at Colorado Landmark for the first time, he has had a clear mission: Provide the most personalized support, flawless guidance and unrivaled knowledge of the real estate market to local and global Boulder County homebuyers and sellers.
Home staging can boost selling price, shorten selling time
Today’s home buyers have high expectations of how a home “shows.” Gone are the days of looking past the home’s current décor; home staging is now an expected part of the selling process, and for good reason.
Why you need a Realtor when buying new construction
If you’re interested in purchasing a to-be-built home, you shouldn’t forego the help of a real estate agent. Here, we share the details on why working with an agent is crucial for new construction deals.
3 tips to find a great home despite challenging market conditions
Phil Barru, broker associate at RE/MAX Professionals in Lakewood, shares the following tips on how to stand above the competition in the tight housing market:
Innovation in Boulder senior living: Take a ride on the pedicab
October 2019 marks the one year anniversary that my pedicab made its debut at Brookdale North Boulder. The idea came from a medical student in Amsterdam who was giving pedicab rides to seniors, and I thought it would be wonderful if I could do the same. I
Ask the Expert: Before during and after a home inspection
You’ve made an offer on a home and it’s been accepted, so now what? You should start by having the home inspected. This article may help you understand what a home inspection is and what to do before, during and after a home inspection.
Nine tips for selling your Boulder County house in our flat market
After years of a sellers’ market, Boulder County home prices have flattened, and home supplies are higher than demand. If you’re buying, it’s good news. If you’re selling it doesn’t mean your house won’t get sold, just that you (and your Realtor) have to work a bit harder and smarter to do so.
Selling your home, downsizing or just getting rid of junk?
One of the basics of selling your home, or enjoying it to the fullest, is getting rid of clutter. As they say, a cluttered home means a cluttered mind – and often chaos in your life.
