http://activerain.com/blogs/charmingolddenver en-us http://activerain.com/blogsview/1256648/denver-home-sellers-ask-should-i-offer-a-paint-carpet-allowance-instead-of-actually-doing-the-work- <p><strong><strong>Question</strong>: "Should I&nbsp;offer a "paint and carpet" allowance instead of actually doing the work?"</strong></p> <p><strong>JA</strong>: Homesellers- I feel for ya.&nbsp;When you're&nbsp;getting your home ready for market, the to-do list seems endless, doesn't it? The last thing you want to do is to relocate your furniture to refinish the floors or take down all your artwork to paint the walls.</p> <p>It would be much easier to just offer an allowance, right? Besides, the buyer probably would prefer to pick out his own carpet or paint color, wouldn't he?</p> <p>Unfortunately, no. The problem with offering a paint or carpet allowance in lieu of actually painting or carpeting is that these two items are strong emotional triggers for buyers. When a buyer walks into a home, he forms an impression right away that's hard to overcome after the fact. If the buyer's impression is that the home has bad carpet or grungy walls, no allowance will change that initial reaction.</p> <p>But don't fret! It's the first impression that is most important, so if you're&nbsp;on a limited budget (and who isn't?), just&nbsp;ensure that the flooring in every room the buyer can see from the front door is in the best condition it can be. Same with the paint. A buyer will be more likely to "forgive" bad carpet or not-so-fresh paint in secondary rooms that don't contribute to the critical first impression.</p> <p>Good luck with your home sale!</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Wed, 30 Sep 2009 04:25:09 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1256648/denver-home-sellers-ask-should-i-offer-a-paint-carpet-allowance-instead-of-actually-doing-the-work- http://activerain.com/blogsview/1256628/what-s-the-big-deal-with-family-photos-when-selling-your-denver-home- <p><em>The article below was contributed by Geri Bigum of </em><a href="http://www.stagingdenver.com/" title="Learn more about Staging Denver" target="_blank"><em>Staging Denver</em></a><em>. Staging Denver is ONLY the very best homestaging company in Denver, and, in my opinion, anywhere in the world. Okay, okay, maybe I'm biased because I had a hand in creating the company back in the 90's, but seriously - these gals are good. While I'm not involved in the company any more, I <img title="Staging Denver" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2665/3852296804_363b133d04_m.jpg" height="132" alt="Staging Denver" width="240" style="float: right;" />enthusiastically&nbsp;recommend their services to my clients and use &lsquo;em myself whenever I sell a home I personally own.</em></p> <p><strong>What's the Big Deal About Family Pictures?<br /></strong>We've often noticed homes on the market with a ton of family pictures on walls and tables. Since we are in&nbsp;sellers' homes constantly, we know the resistance they&nbsp;have when their real estate agent asks&nbsp;them to pack up the pictures. Some people don't see the importance of removing them and don't have the conversation with their seller clients in the beginning. Others may not be sure how to broach the subject. After all, little Johnny and Susie are adorable and if their pictures come down, what goes up in it's place? Others may not think that it's the family pictures that are keeping the house from selling.</p> <p><em>Don't believe everything you think.</em><br />&nbsp;<br />Getting started in the staging industry, I worked with a Realtor (<em>side note - that would be ME</em>!) who allowed me to take her buyers out for those first looks at houses. It taught me invaluable lessons regarding the things that are important to buyers. The first thing women and I wanted to do was look at the seller's pictures. We would walk out of the house and forget the floor plan. Obviously, we didn't fall in love with that house.</p> <p>We don't want pictures of the kids on the internet with the property address. It's one thing to know there are children in the house, another to see what they look like. Take their names down, while you are at it. Keep those babies protected!</p> <p>Men don't want to see pictures of someone else's family in the house that they are considering for their family. They see pictures of the adults and wonder if they were in a meeting with them last week. They spend the entire tour of the home trying to place your clients' faces and remember where they met them. Might as well take that house out of consideration.</p> <p>Staging consultations start at $250.00 and can return&nbsp;thousands. Would you like to talk to Geri? Email her at <a href="mailto:Geri@stagingdenver.com">Geri@stagingdenver.com</a> or call 303-886-1614. You'll love her!</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Mon, 28 Sep 2009 06:17:18 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1256628/what-s-the-big-deal-with-family-photos-when-selling-your-denver-home- http://activerain.com/blogsview/1236467/should-you-hire-a-listing-specialist-to-sell-your-home- <p><img title="Question" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/0/1/7/ar125284386671032.jpg" height="302" alt="Question" width="300" style="float: right;" /></p> <p>I might ruffle some feathers with this blog, but I'm okay with that. I'm usually&nbsp;up for a good debate!</p> <p>Many real estate agents market themselves as "listing specialists" - that is - they focus mainly on marketing houses for sale instead of working with buyers. Many "listing specialists" hire buyer agents to work for them, to handle the calls they receive from their many For Sale signs.</p> <p>On the surface, this sounds logical; after all, don't we all want a "specialist" to represent us when we're looking for expert assistance?</p> <p>Sure we do! But when I think of a "specialist" in real estate, I imagine that person to understand the entire process of marketing, selling and closing a home sale. And, to my way of thinking, someone who specializes in the exchange of real estate should have an intimate understanding of the Very Important Person on the other side of the table - the BUYER.</p> <p>In my never-to-be-humble-opinion, if a real estate agent doesn't&nbsp;work with buyers on a regular basis, he may not have&nbsp;the expertise to accurately price homes for market.&nbsp;I know a few agents who have dozens of For Sale signs in my market area, yet&nbsp;have never shown or previewed one of my listings. I don't understand how they can claim to be&nbsp;a neighborhood expert when they don't know the competition, and more importantly, don't have an understanding of how buyers think.</p> <p>Because I work with both buyers and sellers equally, I can help a seller look at his home through the eyes of a buyer... and the buyer's agent. I know what is currently in vogue with the local buyers. I know what will WOW a buyer as he walks in the door...and what will immediately turn him off.</p> <p>I can advise my seller client on the upgrades and improvements that truly matter in our market, even specific to his particular neighborhood. I know how important a walk-in closet is... or isn't. I know if buyers will overlook a dated kitchen... or if they won't. I know if buyers will balk at the lack of a garage... or if they will be tickled just to have off-street parking.</p> <p>I know how much value to add for being close to a popular coffee shop... or how much to subtract for being on a bus route. I know how to price an asbestos-sided house so that buyers will consider it... over the vintage brick Tudor they really want.</p> <p>The real estate market changes on a daily basis and data from the MLS tells only part of the story. What you knew about the market six months ago is irrelevant to the market conditions today. To truly be a "listing specialist," you must also be committed to knowing the inventory... and to knowing the buyer.</p> <p><strong>And Knowing the Buyer makes me a Listing Specialist. IMHO.</strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Sat, 26 Sep 2009 07:31:56 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1236467/should-you-hire-a-listing-specialist-to-sell-your-home- http://activerain.com/blogsview/1182510/own-a-piece-of-history-in-northwest-denver-and-walk-to-the-ice-cream-shop- <p><em><img title="Exterior" src="http://www.homesincolorado.com/Homes/Images/Listings/46388254/0/Photo.jpg" height="214" alt="Exterior" width="294" style="float: left;" /></em></p> <p><em></em></p> <p><em></em></p> <p><em>This isn't my listing, but it's so freakin' cool, I thought I'd post it to my blog. It's listed by my new best friend <a href="http://www.mblovesdenver.com" target="_blank">Mary Beth Bonacci</a> of RE/MAX Alliance in Denver. I spent last Thanksgiving with&nbsp; Mary Beth and her family in this home and it's truly spectacular. And being next door to <a href="http://www.redtrolleydenver.com/" target="_blank">The Red Trolley</a> ice cream shop is a sweeeeeet (pun intended) bonus!</em></p> <p><em></em></p> <p><em></em></p> <p><em></em></p> <p><em></em></p> <p><em> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong></strong></p> <p><strong>The Details<br /></strong>2629 West 32nd Avenue, Denver<br />Bedrooms: 4<br />Bathrooms: 5<br />Square Feet: 4160<br />Year Built: 1895<br />Price $699,900<br />Style: 3-Story Victorian</p> <p style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</p> </em></p> <p><em></em></p> <p><em></em></p> <p><em></em></p> <p> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Old World Charm meets 21st Century Convenience in this&nbsp;Beautifully Remodeled <br />Potter Highlands Victorian</strong></p> <p>Filled with authentic period details -- from the original woodwork and tile fireplace to the antique pocket door and hidden back staircase - yet with a&nbsp;slew of high end modern amenities.</p> <p><img title="kitchen" src="http://www.homesincolorado.com/Homes/Images/Listings/46388254/2/Photo.jpg" height="151" alt="kitchen" width="250" style="float: right;" />The large gourmet kitchen is amazing (<em>note from JA - oh, yes, it's awesome</em>). The stainless steel appliances are top of the line GE Monogram and Sub Zero. The cabinets are maple and the countertops are concrete. The island provides a large workspace as well as bar seating for entertaining or an informal family meal. There's also a pot rack, a pasta sink, a large built-in wine rack and lots of open shelving.</p> <p>The main floor offers gracious, spacious living. The living room features extensive original woodwork and the home's original fireplace. The separate family room has a large, built-in entertainment/storage center hidden behind rustic antique doors. The dining room is bright, elegant and large enough to comfortably accomodate just about any dinner party or extended family gathering.</p> <p><img title="dining" src="http://tsmtbdpr4.pdclane.net/photos/2-78/784693c.jpg" height="121" alt="dining" width="200" style="float: left;" />The three bedrooms are upstairs.&nbsp;The&nbsp;master is amazing. The bedroom itself is large, bright and airy. The master bath features subway tile, a claw-foot tub and a full steam shower. And the bed and bath are connected by a large walk-in closet with built-in drawers and shelves.</p> <p>But there's another upstairs! Climb the small staircase in the hall, and you'll discover the cozy attic library/den with coved ceilings,large skylights and built-in bookshelves. Perfect for a home office, studio or just a private get-away.</p> <p>Don't stop there! We still have a&nbsp;finished basement with even more living space. The playroom/guest room has wall-to-wall built-in cabinets and shelves for toys or storage. And in the middle -- a full, custom Murphy bed that can drop down at a moment's notice to accomodate last-minute guests. The adjoining recreation room has exposed brick walls and lots of room for a pool table, ping-pong table or exercise equipment.<img title="bath" src="http://tsmtbdpr4.pdclane.net/photos/2-78/784693e.jpg" height="121" alt="bath" width="200" style="float: right;" /></p> <p>In the back, you'll find a lovely carriage house! It's actually a full apartment with two bedrooms and a remodeled kitchen. Use it for guests, for a home business, or rent it out for around $1,000 of extra income every month.</p> <p>This beautiful home is located in the hot hot hot&nbsp;Potter Highlands neighborhood, which was recently named one of the top neighborhoods in America. It is just a few blocks from the shops and restaurants at 32nd and Zuni, and&nbsp;minutes from downtown. The property is zoned B2, so the possibilities are endless -&nbsp; a large single family residence, or a business, or both! Either way, it is a unique and beautiful piece of Denver history, and a lovely place for any person, family or business to call home!</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> <p><img src="http://www.homesincolorado.com/shared/images/spacer.gif" border="0" height="10" alt="" width="1" /></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> <p>&nbsp;</p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </p> <p>Wanna see it? Just call Mary Beth - at 303-759-6605 or email her at <a href="mailto:mb@mblovesdenver.com">mb@mblovesdenver.com</a>.</p> <p><img title="ja" src="http://activerain.comhttp://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/7/0/9/ar124446217490732.JPG" height="157" alt="ja" width="204" /><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com">www.CharmingOldDenver.com</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Wed, 05 Aug 2009 09:11:18 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1182510/own-a-piece-of-history-in-northwest-denver-and-walk-to-the-ice-cream-shop- http://activerain.com/blogsview/1181596/-what-s-the-average-days-on-market-in-denver- <p>"<em>What's the average Days on Market in&nbsp;Denver?&nbsp;That is, how long will it take my house to sell?"</em></p> <p>In real estate-speak, "<strong>days on market</strong>," (abbreviated <strong>DOM</strong>) means how many days it takes from the day a house goes on the market until the day it goes "under contract" (that is, when a buyer and seller agree on a purchase contract). Of course, after a home goes under contract, there are still a few pesky details to deal with like inspection, appraisal and loan approval which can take another 30-60 days, but the official <strong>DOM</strong> statistic refers to the date the listing is changed from "Active" to "Under Contract."</p> <p>I'm asked this question a lot, both in casual conversation (yeah, I'm a fascinating conversationalist) and when I'm formally speaking with a potential home-seller. Obviously, the home-seller wants to know how long it's going to take to sell his home and plan accordingly.</p> <p>And I SO wish I had an answer for him! Wouldn't it be lovely if I could confidently tell a home-seller that he'll need to plan for a 60-75 day marketing time and a 30-45 day contract period?</p> <p>But that's just not reality. No, I'm not saying that we can't sell your house in 60-75 days or that a 30-45 day contract period is unrealistic; what I'm saying is that in our&nbsp;Denver real estate market, the average <strong>DOM</strong> statistic is meaningless. Utterly meaningless.</p> <p>Here's why.</p> <p>In the last three months, there have been around 60 homes sell in the $250,000 to $300,000 range in zip codes 80211 and 80212 (Northwest Denver). The lowest <strong>DOM</strong> of the 60 properties is two days. Yes, TWO days. The highest <strong>DOM</strong> is 628 Days. Yes, 628.</p> <p>The AVERAGE <strong>Days on Market</strong> for this group of properties is 61. However, of the 60 homes, 17 of them sold in less than two weeks. Nine took longer than 100 days to sell. And out of the 60 sold properties, not one of them took exactly 61 days to sell; in fact, only nine were within 10 days of the average <strong>DOM </strong>of 61.</p> <p>So, when you're looking at market data, please don't be misled by "averages." A better question to ask is "<em>How can I sell my home in 30 days</em>?" Because, clearly, in our market, that's utterly do-able!</p> <p><img title="ja" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/7/1/4/8/ar124941572384171.jpg" height="104" alt="ja" width="200" style="float: left;" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com">www.CharmingOldDenver.com</a></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Tue, 04 Aug 2009 14:57:22 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1181596/-what-s-the-average-days-on-market-in-denver- http://activerain.com/blogsview/1043495/beautiful-highlands-home-with-fabulous-woodwork- <div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" height="100%" cellpadding="10" width="100%"> <tr> <td><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="740"> <tr> <td></td> <td height="20"> <div style="background-color: #FFFEFD; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D; padding-left: 5px; padding-right: 5px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><strong>Mary Beth Bonacci & Jennifer Allan</strong> | RE/MAX Alliance<a href="http://www.postlets.com/email_interest.php?pid=2085264&amp;v=re" style="color: #BB0D42;"></a> | 303-601-4166</div> </td> </tr> </table> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" style="" width="740"> <tr> <td> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%"> <tr> <td> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="7" width="100%"> <tr> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD;"> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="1" width="100%"> <tr> <td height="30"><div style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; color: #BB0D42;">Umatilla, Denver, CO</div></td> </tr> <tr> <td width="560"> <div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;">Beautiful Highlands Home with Amazing Woodwork</div></td> </tr> </table></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD;"> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="4" style="background-color: #E6E6E6;" width="724"> <tr> <td><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%"> <tr> <td height="35" width="350"> <div style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;">4BR/2BA Single Family House</div></td> <td><span style="padding-right: 5px;"></span></td> <td><div style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;">offered at $320,000</div></td> </tr> <tr> <td><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="3" style="background-color: #E6E6E6;" width="100%"> <tr> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;" width="125">Year Built</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">1906 </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;">Sq Footage</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">1,606 </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;">Bedrooms</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">4</td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;">Bathrooms</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">2 full, 0 partial </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;">Floors</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> 2 </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;">Parking</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> 2 Car garage </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;">Lot Size</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">4,690 sqft </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;">HOA/Maint</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">$0 per month</td> </tr> </table> <br> <div style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"> DESCRIPTION</span></div> <hr style=""> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="3" width="100%"> <tr> <td style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">If you're looking for old world charm, you must see this wonderful Highlands home! Untouched woodwork throughout, high ceilings, two clawfoot tubs, vintage fireplace with original mantle & tile. Spacious rooms and plenty of storage. Two car garage, too! </td> </tr> </table> </td> <td width="5"><span style="padding-right: 5px;"></span></td> <td><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="8" style="background-color: #FFFEFD;" width="100%"> <tr> <td><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20090421/061422_exterior.jpg" border="1" height="262" width="350"><br> </td> </tr> </table> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%"> <tr> <td><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="1" width="350"> <tr> <td height="25" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">see additional photos below</td> </tr></table></td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD;"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="4" style="background-color: #E6E6E6;" width="724"> <tr> <td> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%"> <tr> <td> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="3" width="100%"> <tr> <td> <div style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">PROPERTY FEATURES</span></div> <hr style=""> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="3" width="100%"><tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Central heat</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Fireplace</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Walk-in closet</td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Hardwood floor</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Living room</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Dining room</td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Refrigerator</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Stove/Oven</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Basement</td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Washer</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Dryer</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Laundry area - inside</td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Balcony, Deck, or Patio</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Yard</td> <td width="33%"></td></tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> <br> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="3" width="100%"> <tr> <td> <div style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES</span></div> <hr style=""> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="3" width="100%"><tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> <td><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Vintage Fireplace with Original Mantle</td></tr> <tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> <td><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Bay Window & Built-in China Cabinet in Dining Room</td></tr> <tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> <td><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Leaded Glass Windows</td></tr> <tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> <td><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Two Clawfoot Tubs</td></tr> <tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> <td><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Newer Roof & Furnace</td></tr> </table><p> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD;"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="4" style="background-color: #E6E6E6;" width="724"> <tr> <td><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%"> <tr> <td><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="3" width="100%"><tr> <td> <div style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">ADDITIONAL PHOTOS </span></div> <hr style=""><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%"><tr><td height="262" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"><div style="padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20090421/061422_exterior.jpg" border="0" width="344"><br>Exterior</div></td><td style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"><div style="padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20090421/061423_dining_to_living.jpg" border="0" width="344"><br>Dining Room</div><tr><td height="262" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"><div style="padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20090421/061423_fireplace.jpg" border="0" width="344"><br>Fireplace</div></td><td style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"><div style="padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20090421/061423_pillars.jpg" border="0" width="344"><br>Foyer</div><tr><td height="262" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"><div style="padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20090421/061424_street_scene.jpg" border="0" width="344"><br>Street Scene</div></td><td style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"><div style="padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20090421/061424_P1010826.jpg" border="0" width="344"><br>Kitchen</div></td></tr></table></td></tr></table></td></tr></table></td></tr></table></td></tr><tr> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD;" width="50%"> <table cellspacing="1" border="0" cellpadding="0" style="background-color: #FFFEFD;" width="350"> <tr> <td><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="5" width="100%"> <tr> <td><div style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"> Contact info:</span></div></td> </tr> <tr> <td><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%"> <tr> <td width="35"><span style="padding-right: 5px;"></span></td> <td><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="2" width="100%"> <tr><td><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;">Mary Beth Bonacci & Jennifer Allan</div></td></tr> <tr><td><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;">RE/MAX Alliance</div></td></tr> <tr><td><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;">303-601-4166</div></td></tr> <tr> <td><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;">For sale by agent/broker</div></td> </tr> </table></td> </tr> </table><br></td> </tr> </table></td> </tr> </table></td></tr> </table></td> </tr> <tr> <td><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%"> <tr> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD;"><span style="padding-left: 5px; padding-right: 5px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/btn_powered.gif" border="0" height="25" alt="powered by postlets" width="140"></span></td> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD;"><a href="http://www.craigslist.org/about/FHA.html" style="color: #BB0D42; text-decoration: none;">Equal Opportunity Housing</a></td> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD;" width="35"><span style="padding-left: 5px; padding-right: 5px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/images/eoh_logo.gif" height="18" width="24"></span></td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table></td> </tr> </table> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="740"> <tr> <td height="20"><div style="background-color: #FFFEFD; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D; padding-left: 5px; padding-right: 5px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Posted: Apr 21, 2009, 3:20am PDT</div></td> </tr> </table></td></tr> </table></div> <div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Tue, 21 Apr 2009 06:21:14 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1043495/beautiful-highlands-home-with-fabulous-woodwork- http://activerain.com/blogsview/859385/houses-aren-t-pet-rocks-no-amount-of-marketing-can-sell-a-stupid-product <p><img title="rock" src="http://individual.utoronto.ca/elaine/rock6.jpg" height="138" alt="rock" width="197" style="float: left;" />Back in 1997, one of my first seller clients asked me the question: "Jennifer, I assume our house will sell quickly because it's so cute (it was), but if it doesn't sell right away, what will you do?"</p> <p>Hmmmmmmmm. Hell, I dunno. I was a green bean agent; I'd only had one other listing in my career and didn't have a clue. I came up with something that probably sounded&nbsp;like this: "<em>I'll do a broker open house, I'll do mid-week open houses, I'll distribute color brochures throughout the neighborhood and post an ad on the nearby college's bulletin board</em>."</p> <p>Lucky for me, the house did sell quickly, so I didn't have to&nbsp;implement my admittedly weak Plan B.</p> <p>But it's now 12 years later and I still don't have a good answer to the question: "<em>What will you do in 30 days if my house hasn't sold?</em>" However,&nbsp;with 12 years of experience under my belt, I KNOW that there ISN'T a great answer to the question! Especially if&nbsp;the seller is expecting me to reach into some magic bag of tricks and pull out a secret marketing strategy that I reserve only for my non-selling listings!</p> <p>Here's the thing. Even if I HAD a magic bag of secret marketing tricks, why would I hold out using them until after the listing is stale? Wouldn't it make more sense to hit the market with all guns blazing?</p> <p>But the truth is, I don't have a magic bag of tricks.</p> <p><strong>NO AMOUNT OF MARKETING CAN SELL AN UNSELLABLE HOME</strong>.</p> <p>I could do broker opens every day of the week, distribute enough color brochures to kill a small forest and refresh my Craigslist ad every 21 days for the next five years and my listing will not sell if it's not properly priced, properly prepared and properly presented!</p> <p><strong>NO AMOUNT OF MARKETING CAN SELL AN UNSELLABLE HOME</strong>!</p> <p>My job as professional real estate agent is to know what it's gonna take to get a house sold. I need to know how to price the home TO SELL; how to prepare my sellers for the reality of Being on the Market and how to help them prepare the home to evoke the most positive emotional reaction from the greatest number of potential buyers (and their agents). It needs to look good, smell good and photograph well. It needs to be easy to show without the distraction of barking dogs or a work-at-home owner. If there's an obstacle to sale, I need to recognize it and have the balls to be frank with my seller about it (and help &lsquo;em fix it).</p> <p>That's how I sell my listings. By working with my Charming Old Denver sellers to create a marketable product, not to throw time and money at advertising after the sign goes in the yard. Frankly, our MLS system is an incredibly efficient system to sell houses and there's nothing I can do individually to out-market that MLS.</p> <p>The moral of the story... when talking with a real estate agent about his or her "marketing plan" don't be fooled by promises of fancy marketing unless the agent has a solid PRE-marketing plan!</p> <p><img title="ja" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/6/6/2/1/ar123074164612667.jpg" height="57" alt="ja" width="150" style="float: left;" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com">www.CharmingOldDenver.com</a></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Wed, 31 Dec 2008 10:42:02 -0600 http://activerain.com/blogsview/859385/houses-aren-t-pet-rocks-no-amount-of-marketing-can-sell-a-stupid-product http://activerain.com/blogsview/806367/close-to-highlands-under-200k-oh-yeah- <div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;"><table height="100%" width="100%"> <tr> <td><table width="740"> <tr> <td></td> <td height="20"> <div style="background-color: #FFFEFD; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D; padding-left: 5px; padding-right: 5px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><strong>Jennifer Allan</strong> | RE/MAX City Horizons<a href="http://www.postlets.com/email_interest.php?pid=1535719&amp;v=re" style="color: #BB0D42;"></a> | 303-947-1335</div> </td> </tr> </table> <table style="" width="740"> <tr> <td> <table width="100%"> <tr> <td> <table width="100%"> <tr> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD;"> <table width="100%"> <tr> <td height="30"><div style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; color: #BB0D42;">4326 Chase Street, Denver, CO</div></td> </tr> <tr> <td width="560"> <div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;">Just Steps From Highlands without the Highlands Price!</div></td> </tr> </table></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD;"> <table style="background-color: #E6E6E6;" width="724"> <tr> <td><table width="100%"> <tr> <td height="35" width="350"> <div style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;">2BR/1BA Single Family House</div></td> <td><span style="padding-right: 5px;"></span></td> <td><div style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;">offered at $196,500</div></td> </tr> <tr> <td><table style="background-color: #E6E6E6;" width="100%"> <tr> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;" width="125">Year Built</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">1899 </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;">Sq Footage</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">1,169 </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;">Bedrooms</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">2</td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;">Bathrooms</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">1 full, 0 partial </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;">Floors</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> 1 </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;">Parking</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> 1 Covered spaces </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;">Lot Size</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">6,534 sqft </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;">HOA/Maint</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">$0 per month</td> </tr> </table> <br> <div style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"> DESCRIPTION</span></div> <hr style=""> <table width="100%"> <tr> <td style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">Just three blocks outside of trendy Northwest Denver saves you $100k! Not your typical Jefferson County 50's ranch, this 1899 home has been totally renovated with style & flair! Custom kitchen offers granite countertops & loads of storage, a Jenn Air stove, unique wood cabinetry - all open to the living and dining areas. Wood floors throughout, a cool skylight, spacious living room, bonus office space and a rare basement, great for storage. All systems new or updated and all appliances included!<br /> <br /> This is truly a one-of-a-kind home, priced to sell quickly. </td> </tr> </table> </td> <td width="5"><span style="padding-right: 5px;"></span></td> <td><table style="background-color: #FFFEFD;" width="100%"> <tr> <td><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20081124/181110_P1010562.jpg" height="262" width="350"><br> </td> </tr> </table> <table width="100%"> <tr> <td><table width="350"> <tr> <td height="25" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">see additional photos below</td> </tr></table></td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD;"><table style="background-color: #E6E6E6;" width="724"> <tr> <td> <table width="100%"> <tr> <td> <table width="100%"> <tr> <td> <div style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">PROPERTY FEATURES</span></div> <hr style=""> <table width="100%"><tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Hardwood floor</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Office/Den</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Dining room</td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Dishwasher</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Refrigerator</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Stove/Oven</td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Granite countertop</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Basement</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Washer</td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Dryer</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Laundry area - inside</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Balcony, Deck, or Patio</td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" height="3" width="13">Yard</td> <td width="33%"></td><td width="33%"></td></tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> <br> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD;"><table style="background-color: #E6E6E6;" width="724"> <tr> <td><table width="100%"> <tr> <td><table width="100%"><tr> <td> <div style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">ADDITIONAL PHOTOS </span></div> <hr style=""><table width="100%"><tr><td height="262"><div style="padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20081124/181110_P1010562.jpg" width="344"></div></td><td><div style="padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20081124/181111_living_2.jpg" width="344"></div><tr><td height="262"><div style="padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20081124/181111_kitchen_1.jpg" width="344"></div></td><td><div style="padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20081124/181111_dining_to_living_with_skylight.jpg" width="344"></div><tr><td height="262"><div style="padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20081124/181112_deck.jpg" width="344"></div></td><td><div style="padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20081124/181112_back_yard.jpg" width="344"></div></td></tr></table></td></tr></table></td></tr></table></td></tr></table></td></tr><tr> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD;" width="50%"> <table style="background-color: #FFFEFD;" width="350"> <tr> <td><table width="100%"> <tr> <td><div style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"> Seller contact info:</span></div></td> </tr> <tr> <td><table width="100%"> <tr> <td width="35"><span style="padding-right: 5px;"></span></td> <td><table width="100%"> <tr><td><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;">Jennifer Allan</div></td></tr> <tr><td><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;">RE/MAX City Horizons</div></td></tr> <tr><td><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;">303-947-1335</div></td></tr> <tr> <td><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;">For sale by agent/broker</div></td> </tr> </table></td> </tr> </table><br></td> </tr> </table></td> </tr> </table></td></tr> </table></td> </tr> <tr> <td><table width="100%"> <tr> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD;"><span style="padding-left: 5px; padding-right: 5px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/btn_powered.gif" height="25" alt="powered by postlets" width="140"></span></td> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD;"><a href="http://www.craigslist.org/about/FHA.html" style="color: #BB0D42; text-decoration: none;">Equal Opportunity Housing</a></td> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD;" width="35"><span style="padding-left: 5px; padding-right: 5px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/images/eoh_logo.gif" height="18" width="24"></span></td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table></td> </tr> </table> <table width="740"> <tr> <td height="20"><div style="background-color: #FFFEFD; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D; padding-left: 5px; padding-right: 5px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Posted: Nov 24, 2008, 4:03pm PST</div></td> </tr> </table></td></tr> </table></div> <div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Mon, 24 Nov 2008 18:18:08 -0600 http://activerain.com/blogsview/806367/close-to-highlands-under-200k-oh-yeah- http://activerain.com/blogsview/688178/what-a-difference-a-window-makes- <p>My cute little <a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/675582/Recession-Where-My-House" target="_blank">1927 Denver Bungalow</a> is on the market. What fun I had getting it ready! Oh, yeah, the BIG TO-DO list provided by my favorite real estate agent (that would be me). Well, <a href="http://www.stagingdenver.com" target="_blank">my stager</a> kicked in a few assignments, too... including having my windows professionally cleaned.</p> <p>Ugh. Just what I need, ANOTHER $200's out the door just to ensure that I don't chase away that one buyer&nbsp;who has a dirty-window phobia! Is it REALLY that important? Will it REALLY make a difference?</p> <p>Uh, yes. Wow.</p> <p>I couldn't believe the difference. My windows are 80 years old and you'd a thunk they were brand new (or actually, not even THERE, they were that clean). The whole house feels brighter, cleaner, and much better maintained.</p> <p>Can you see the difference?</p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><img title="dining" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/9/8/1/6/8/ar122125075586189.JPG" height="300" alt="dining" width="400" style="float: left;" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>&nbsp;BEFORE</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><img title="window" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/3/7/3/8/5/ar12212507058373.JPG" height="300" alt="window" width="400" style="float: left;" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<strong>AFTER</strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><img title="window" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/3/5/2/3/9/ar122125095293253.JPG" height="300" alt="window" width="400" style="float: left;" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="text-align: left;"><strong>HERE'S ANOTHER AFTER</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="text-align: center;">Clean Windows compliments of SPOTLESS WINDOW CLEANING in Denver - <a href="http://www.spotlesswindows.net">www.spotlesswindows.net</a><br />303-229-9143</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:27:43 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/688178/what-a-difference-a-window-makes- http://activerain.com/blogsview/645746/woo-hoo-my-listings-are-no-longer-naked- <p><img title="dexter" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/5/9/0/7/ar12189873870951.JPG" height="263" alt="dexter" width="350" style="float: right;" /></p> <p>Colorado agents... can you relate??? My recent listings have been naked since they've gone on the market - that is - NO SIGN! With our lovely drought (it HAS been a beautiful summer!), yards are as hard as concrete and no amount of pounding, jumping or swearing is gonna get that Red, White and Blue sign in the ground more than a half an inch.</p> <p>But now... after our weekend monsoon... Yippeeeeee! My listings are now properly attired!!!!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Sun, 17 Aug 2008 10:39:49 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/645746/woo-hoo-my-listings-are-no-longer-naked- http://activerain.com/blogsview/639090/what-do-bathtub-spiders-eat- <p>I have a confession to make. There are two spiders living in my guest bathtub and they've been there for weeks. I've grown kind of fond of them and at this point, don't have any desire to flush them away. However, that doesn't mean that I have any desire to pick them up for relocation purposes, either, so... there they <img title="spider" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/3/5/3/9/ar121863104093537.jpg" height="174" alt="spider" width="250" style="float: right;" />stay. In my guest bathtub (that no one uses, don't worry).<br /><br />Not that I keep an 24/7 eye on them, but as far as I can tell, they never leave the confines of the tub. How on earth do they survive??<br /><br />One of those eternal mysteries... or not? Anyone have an answer for me?</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Wed, 13 Aug 2008 07:37:55 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/639090/what-do-bathtub-spiders-eat- http://activerain.com/blogsview/607857/tremendous-opportunity-to-own-a-seriously-cool-house-in-park-hill-denver- <div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;"><font size="2"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" height="100%" cellpadding="10" align="center" width="100%"> <tr> <td background="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/bg_body.gif" valign="top" align="center" colspan="2"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" width="740"> <tr> <td></td> <td height="20" align="right"> <div style="background-color: #FFFEFD; border-bottom: 1px solid #CCCCCC; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D; padding-left: 5px; padding-right: 5px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><font size="2"><strong>Jennifer Allan</strong> | RE/MAX City Horizons<a href="http://www.postlets.com/email_interest.php?pid=964742&v=re" style="color: #BB0D42;"></a> | 303-947-1335</font></div> </td> </tr> </table> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" width="740" style="border-left: 1px solid #FFFEFD; border-right: 1px solid #FFFEFD"> <tr> <td> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" width="100%"> <tr> <td> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="7" width="100%"> <tr> <td colspan="2" style="background-color: #FFFEFD;"> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="1" width="100%"> <tr valign="top"> <td height="30" valign="top" align="left"><div style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; color: #BB0D42;"><font size="5">3065 Dexter Street, Denver, CO</font></div></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" align="left" width="560"> <div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;">Tremendous Opportunity to Own a Seriously Cool House!</div></td> </tr> </table></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" colspan="2" style="background-color: #FFFEFD;"> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="4" width="724" style="border-left: 1px solid #CCCCCC; border-right: 1px solid #CCCCCC; border-top: 1px solid #CCCCCC; border-bottom: 1px solid #CCCCCC; background-color: #E6E6E6;"> <tr> <td align="left"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%"> <tr> <td height="35" valign="top" width="350"> <div style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;"><font size="4">3BR/1.5BA Single Family House</font></div></td> <td valign="top"><span style="padding-right: 5px;"></span></td> <td valign="top" align="right"><div style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;"><font size="4">offered at $239,900</font></div></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="3" width="100%" style="background-color: #E6E6E6; border-top: 1px solid #CCCCCC;"> <tr> <td width="125" style="background-color: #E6E6E6; border-bottom: 1px solid #CCCCCC; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;">Year Built</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; border-bottom: 1px solid #CCCCCC; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">1948 </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; border-bottom: 1px solid #CCCCCC; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;">Sq Footage</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; border-bottom: 1px solid #CCCCCC; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">1,720 </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; border-bottom: 1px solid #CCCCCC; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;">Bedrooms</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; border-bottom: 1px solid #CCCCCC; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">3</td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; border-bottom: 1px solid #CCCCCC; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;">Bathrooms</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; border-bottom: 1px solid #CCCCCC; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">1 full, 1 partial </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; border-bottom: 1px solid #CCCCCC; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;">Floors</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; border-bottom: 1px solid #CCCCCC; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> 2 </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; border-bottom: 1px solid #CCCCCC; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;">Parking</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; border-bottom: 1px solid #CCCCCC; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> 1 Car garage </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; border-bottom: 1px solid #CCCCCC; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;">Lot Size</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; border-bottom: 1px solid #CCCCCC; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">6,690 sqft </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; border-bottom: 1px solid #CCCCCC; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4D4D4D;">HOA/Maint</td> <td style="background-color: #E6E6E6; border-bottom: 1px solid #CCCCCC; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">$0 per month</td> </tr> </table> <br> <div style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"> DESCRIPTION</span></div> <hr size="1" noshade style="border-top: 1px solid #CCCCCC;"> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="3" width="100%"> <tr> <td style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">This is a Very Cool house, I'd buy it myself if I were in the market. In great shape; just needs a good cleaning and some yard work to be fabulous. If you like contemporary decor, you'll love this house. </td> </tr> </table> </td> <td valign="top" width="5"><span style="padding-right: 5px;"></span></td> <td valign="top"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="8" width="100%" style="border-left: 1px solid #CCCCCC; border-right: 1px solid #CCCCCC; border-top: 1px solid #CCCCCC; border-bottom: 1px solid #CCCCCC; background-color: #FFFEFD;"> <tr> <td><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20080724/150700_exterior.JPG" border="1" height="262" width="350"><br> </td> </tr> </table> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%"> <tr> <td align="center"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="1" width="350"> <tr> <td height="25" align="center" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;">see additional photos below</td> </tr></table></td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" colspan="2" style="background-color: #FFFEFD;"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="4" width="724" style="border-left: 1px solid #CCCCCC; border-right: 1px solid #CCCCCC; border-top: 1px solid #CCCCCC; border-bottom: 1px solid #CCCCCC; background-color: #E6E6E6;"> <tr> <td align="left"> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" width="100%"> <tr valign="middle" align="center"> <td valign="top"> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="3" width="100%"> <tr> <td align="left"> <div style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">PROPERTY FEATURES</span></div> <hr size="1" noshade style="border-top: 1px solid #CCCCCC;"> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="3" width="100%"><tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Central A/C</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Central heat</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Fireplace</td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Hardwood floor</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Tile floor</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Office/Den</td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Dining room</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Basement</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Laundry area - inside</td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Balcony, Deck, or Patio</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Yard</td> <td width="33%"></td></tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> <br> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="3" width="100%"> <tr> <td align="left"> <div style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES</span></div> <hr size="1" noshade style="border-top: 1px solid #CCCCCC;"> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="3" width="100%"><tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> <td><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Unique contemporary floorplan</td></tr> <tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> <td><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Corian Countertops</td></tr> <tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> <td><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">New Concrete Tile Roof</td></tr> <tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4D4D4D;"> <td><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">New Windows & Doors</td></tr> </table><p> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" colspan="2" style="background-color: #FFFEFD;"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="4" width="724" style="border-left: 1px solid #CCCCCC; border-right: 1px solid #CCCCCC; border-top: 1px solid #CCCCCC; border-bottom: 1px solid #CCCCCC; background-color: #E6E6E6;"> <tr> <td align="left"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" width="100%"> <tr valign="middle" align="center"> <td valign="top"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="3" width="100%"><tr> <td valign="top" align="left"> <div style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">ADDITIONAL PHOTOS </span></div> <hr size="1" noshade style="border-top: 1px solid #CCCCCC;"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" width="100%"><tr valign="middle" align="center"><td height="262"><div align="left" style="padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20080724/150700_exterior.JPG" border="0" width="344"></div></td><td><div align="right" style="padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20080724/150701_living.JPG" border="0" width="344"></div><tr valign="middle" align="center"><td height="262"><div align="left" style="padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20080724/150702_kitchen.JPG" border="0" width="344"></div></td><td><div align="right" style="padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20080724/150703_yard_1.JPG" border="0" width="344"></div><tr valign="middle" align="center"><td height="262"><div align="left" style="padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20080724/150704_office_1.JPG" border="0" width="344"></div></td><td><span style="padding-right: 5px;"></span></td></tr></table></td></tr></table></td></tr></table></td></tr></table></td></tr><tr> <td valign="top" align="left" width="50%" style="background-color: #FFFEFD;"> <table cellspacing="1" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="350" style="border-left: 1px solid #FFFEFD; border-right: 2px solid #CCCCCC; border-top: 1px solid #FFFEFD; border-bottom: 1px solid #FFFEFD; background-color: #FFFEFD;"> <tr> <td><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="5" width="100%"> <tr> <td><div style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"> Seller contact info:</span></div></td> </tr> <tr> <td><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%"> <tr valign="top"> <td width="35"><span style="padding-right: 5px;"></span></td> <td><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="2" width="100%"> <tr><td><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;">Jennifer Allan</div></td></tr> <tr><td><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;">RE/MAX City Horizons</div></td></tr> <tr><td><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;">303-947-1335</div></td></tr> <tr> <td><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D;">For sale by agent/broker</div></td> </tr> </table></td> </tr> </table><br></td> </tr> </table></td> </tr> </table></td></tr> </table></td> </tr> <tr> <td><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%"> <tr> <td align="left" style="background-color: #FFFEFD;"><span style="padding-left: 5px; padding-right: 5px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/chelsea/btn_powered.gif" border="0" height="25" alt="powered by postlets" width="140"></span></td> <td align="right" style="background-color: #FFFEFD;"><a href="http://www.craigslist.org/about/FHA.html" style="color: #BB0D42; text-decoration: none;">Equal Opportunity Housing</a></td> <td align="right" width="35" style="background-color: #FFFEFD;"><span style="padding-left: 5px; padding-right: 5px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/images/eoh_logo.gif" height="18" width="24"></span></td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table></td> </tr> </table> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="740"> <tr> <td height="20" valign="middle" align="left"><div style="background-color: #FFFEFD; border-bottom: 1px solid #CCCCCC; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4D4D4D; padding-left: 5px; padding-right: 5px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><font size="2">Posted: Jul 24, 2008, 1:00pm PDT</font></div></td> </tr> </table></td></tr> </table></font></div> <br><br> VIRTUAL TOUR http://www.cpgtours.com/tour.php?id=1486 <div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Thu, 24 Jul 2008 17:09:15 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/607857/tremendous-opportunity-to-own-a-seriously-cool-house-in-park-hill-denver- http://activerain.com/blogsview/607156/denver-rookies-a-free-seminar-just-for-you- <p align="center"><strong>Do you know a Denver rookie real estate agent who is floundering?</strong> <br />One who has the drive, energy and brainpower to succeed, but doesn't seem to be putting the pieces and parts together in the right order to bring in a paycheck?</p> <p align="center">It's a tough business, &lsquo;specially these days. &lsquo;Specially for rookies. Most rookies fail; that's a fact.</p> <p align="center">But it doesn't mean they all will. Some will survive. Some will even thrive.</p> <p align="center">What does it take to survive &amp; thrive in today's Denver real estate market?</p> <p align="center"><strong>Knowledge. Confidence. Enthusiasm</strong>.</p> <p align="center">Let us help you find all three.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.sellwithsoul.com/email/rookie.html" target="_blank">CLICK HERE TO REGISTER</a></p> <p align="center"><strong>August 13^th, 2008. 1stBank on Colfax, Just West of Kipling <br />9:30am - 11:30<br />Be there.</strong></p> <p align="center">(it's free)</p> <p align="center">&nbsp;</p> <p align="center">Presented by Jennifer Allan, author, trainer, speaker and top-producing Denver real estate agent<br />&amp;<br />Kevin Green, mortgage consultant and incredibly nice guy<br />&amp;<br />Land Title Guarantee Company</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.sellwithsoul.com/email/rookie.html" target="_blank">CLICK HERE TO REGISTER</a></p> <p align="center"><img title="rocks" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3157/2657809761_7323179b1c_m.jpg" height="240" alt="rocks" width="175" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Thu, 24 Jul 2008 09:47:18 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/607156/denver-rookies-a-free-seminar-just-for-you- http://activerain.com/blogsview/603848/there-ain-t-no-bugs-on-me- <p>Denver, Colorado isn't perfect. We have a Brown Cloud, it snowed on Mother's Day and I-25 rush hour&nbsp;traffic is the pits.</p> <p>But there's something we have here that is pretty darn special. And no, it's not the Democratic National Convention, coming soon to my fair city.</p> <p>It's July 22^nd and I have NO mosquito bites! Zero! Haven't had even one all summer. You can safely and comfortably go outside, any time of the day, sans bug spray, with no worries of being dive-bombed by nasty flying creatures. Neither do my dogs don't have fleas or ticks, and we rarely do termite inspections here.</p> <p>Definitely something to love about Denver, Colorado.</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Tue, 22 Jul 2008 07:36:33 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/603848/there-ain-t-no-bugs-on-me- http://activerain.com/blogsview/588129/-what-takes-communication-expertise-creativity-answer-correctly-and-win-a-prize- <p><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/582460/Friday-Happy-Hour-All" target="_blank">As promised</a>, today we're celebrating the release of SWS II, otherwise known as <strong>Sell with Soul</strong>: <em>Creating an Extraordinary Career in Real Estate without Losing Your Friends, Your Principles or Your Self-Respect</em>.</p> <p>Go, me (and the rest of the SWS team)!<img title="cocktail" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/6/8/4/0/ar121577570004865.jpg" height="229" alt="cocktail" width="153" style="float: right;" /></p> <p>How to partake in the festivities? Oh, it's real easy. (But I sure do wish it were live and in person so we could all meet and toast with a real adult beverage. Oh well, we'll do a cyber-toast, k?)</p> <p>Anyway... here's the scoop.</p> <p><strong>To claim your Thank You gift</strong>, just&nbsp;visit my bookstore - <a href="http://www.swsstore.com/">www.swsStore.com</a> - and find the answer to the following question:</p> <p style="text-align: center;">"<strong>What takes communication, expertise and creativity?"</strong></p> <p>Email me (<a href="mailto:jennifer@sellwithsoul.com">jennifer@sellwithsoul.com</a>) with your answer to receive&nbsp;your gift... which is my <strong>Soulful Solutions to Seller Objections - </strong>a collection of soulful scripts to help answer some of the tough questions you'll likely get at a listing presentation. As you can imagine, there's no <strong>Old School</strong> nonsense in there; just practical, respectful, dignified responses that will help keep you and your potential seller on the same team.</p> <p>If you've never visited my bookstore before, you can create an account (without buying anything!), which will generate&nbsp;a $10 gift certificate you can use or give to someone who could use some soul. We also have some TODAY-ONLY specials on some of our most popular products.</p> <p>So... take a moment or two today to come help me celebrate. And thanks... your support means a lot to me.</p> <p>Love y'all</p> <p><img title="ja" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/9/9/7/9/9/ar12157757799799.jpg" height="38" alt="ja" width="100" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Fri, 11 Jul 2008 06:27:05 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/588129/-what-takes-communication-expertise-creativity-answer-correctly-and-win-a-prize- http://activerain.com/blogsview/582613/it-s-so-cute-my-new-listing-in-evergreen-a-mountain-retreat-for-city-folk- <p>I just listed the cutest little house ever... in <strong>Evergreen, Colorado</strong>. It's the kind of place you walk in and say "Oooooh, I want this!" Pottery Barn meets Santa Fe - the owner is an artist and the place just feels good. Warm... cheerful... flooded with light. <img title="EVER" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/3/5/8/8/4/ar121548305348853.gif" height="193" alt="EVER" width="250" style="float: right;" /></p> <p>For those familiar with Evergreen,&nbsp;it's <strong>not</strong> one of those "mountain retreats" that sits at the tippy-top of a hill, three long brutal miles up a winding, pot-holed, street-sign-free dirt road. Nope, it's just a mile from downtown, off&nbsp;Hwy 73, easy-peasy to find and get to.</p> <p>The lot is small - city-size actually - but there's a natural park across the street and another one right next door. So, you enjoy privacy&nbsp;and solitude without the responsibility and hassle of yard work!</p> <p>The price, you ask? <strong>Get this... $263,900</strong>. Seriously. That's a DEAL for a nice house this close to downtown Evergreen.</p> <p>This place is CUTE CUTE CUTE! Check it out!</p> <p><a href="http://www.cpgtours.com/tour.php?id=1282" target="_blank">VIRTUAL TOUR</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><img title="JA" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/7/6/3/8/ar121548310983677.jpg" height="66" alt="JA" width="165" /><a href="http://www.CHARMINGOLDDENVER.COM">WWW.CHARMINGOLDDENVER.COM</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Mon, 07 Jul 2008 21:13:21 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/582613/it-s-so-cute-my-new-listing-in-evergreen-a-mountain-retreat-for-city-folk- http://activerain.com/blogsview/580409/sorry-about-the-drought-my-colorado-friends-it-s-all-my-fault <p>At the risk of sounding oh-so-arrogant, you can blame me for our recent lack of rainfall.</p> <p>I take drought with me wherever I go... and when I leave, it starts to rain. I swear.<img title="dry" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/9/3/0/0/ar121535353000398.jpg" height="200" alt="dry" width="200" style="float: right;" /></p> <p>In 1989, I graduated from college and within a week moved to San Francisco. It didn't rain in the Bay Area for the next five years. Honest to gosh, it didn't. In 1994, I decided to move to Denver, and as soon as the decision was made, for sure for sure... it started raining and caused all sorts of upheaval. Remember the house on Telegraph Hill that slid off the hill in 1994? I did that.</p> <p>So, I moved to Denver. And thus begun another drought. I was here 12 years and pretty much the entire time, the city of Denver was in a state of water emergency (the Blizzard of 2003 not withstanding). I left in 2005 to be a Southern Belle in Alabama and whaddya' know? Snow Snow Snow Snow - crazy snowy winters the two years I was gone.</p> <p>So, I arrive in Alabama, a few months after Katrina. In the two years I lived there... not one hurricane came anywhere near the gulf. And of course, the Deep South was in one of its worst droughts in history.</p> <p>I came back home to Denver in January, and whaddya know? It hasn't rained in what? Like a month? Two? But Lower Alabama has barely seen the sunshine this summer...</p> <p>So, I guess my next stop should be the midwest, eh?</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Sun, 06 Jul 2008 09:13:54 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/580409/sorry-about-the-drought-my-colorado-friends-it-s-all-my-fault http://activerain.com/blogsview/570288/so-that-s-why-they-call-it-highlands- <p>I've lived in Northwest Denver on and off (mostly on) for over 14 years. And yeah, I've been aware the entire time that sections of my beloved 'hood are called "Highlands" (West Highlands, Highlands Square, East Highlands, Potter Highlands, etc.). Never gave it much thought, though. After all, the city next door to me is called "Lakewood" and I've never seen a lake or even a woods there.</p> <p>So, I recently went on a&nbsp;<a href="http://www.cpgtours.com/tour.php?id=980" target="_blank">bike ride</a>&nbsp;with some friends along the Platte River. Now, by definition, a "river" tends to be a low spot, as opposed to at the top of a hill. But anyway, I told my friends I'd meet them near the river for our ride. I rode my bike to the appointed meeting spot, cruised around with them&nbsp;for an hour or so, and then headed home.</p> <p>OMG. Up... up... up... Do I live on a friggin' mountain? No, I just live in HIGHlands. Now I get it...</p> <p>Rumor has it that <a href="http://www.denvergov.org/Default.aspx?TabId=391407" target="_blank">Pferdesteller Park</a> just two blocks from me is the highest point in the City of Denver, although I couldn't find any verification of that in my exhaustive 2.5 minute web search on the topic. But anyway, yeah, I live in HIGHlands and there's a REASON it's called that.</p> <p>Now, I just gotta find the Lake and the Woods in Lakewood.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><img title="ja" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/3/2/3/3/ar12146746833235.jpg" height="76" alt="ja" width="200" /><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com">www.CharmingOldDenver.com</a></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Sat, 28 Jun 2008 12:39:12 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/570288/so-that-s-why-they-call-it-highlands- http://activerain.com/blogsview/554126/looking-for-denver-foreclosures-short-sales-reo-s-in-denver-but-don-t-know-where-to-start- <p>Frankly, neither do I. I've made the executive decision that the Foreclosure market is not my thing. In the late 90's, I worked with a lot of investors, but that was a different world - one in which the sellers actually seemed to want to sell! I've&nbsp;heard so many horror stories of deals that seemed too good to be true... and were. Or sales that dragged on and on for months only to eventually disintegrate after wasting an incredible amount of time and energy.</p> <p>Nonetheless, today's Denver market does offer incredible opportunities for the amateur or professional investor and I'll bet a lot of us will wish we'd taken advantage of one or two of them... I know if I had a couple extra hundred thousand lying around right now, I'd be picking up some real estate...</p> <p>Anyway, I wanted to pass on the name of a guy I met a few weeks ago who has created a dandy little niche for himself in this Denver Foreclosure market. What he does is purchase a foreclosed home, renovates it, procures a renter and then sells the house at a cash-flowing price. I've seen his work and it's decent! I've never done a transaction with him, but my impression was that he's a straight-up guy offering a win/win proposal. His tagline is "We Always Pass the Deal on."</p> <p>If you'd like an introduction, just get in touch with me and I'll hook you up.</p> <p><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3017/2385365400_61f2a692cc_t.jpg" border="0" height="38" alt="" width="100" /></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Tue, 17 Jun 2008 08:17:54 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/554126/looking-for-denver-foreclosures-short-sales-reo-s-in-denver-but-don-t-know-where-to-start- http://activerain.com/blogsview/551884/a-whole-house-in-highlands-under-230-000-you-betcha-and-it-s-cute- <div style="font-family: Georgia, serif; color: #6F6F65;"><font size="2"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" height="100%" cellpadding="10" align="center" width="100%"> <tr> <td background="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/sonoma/bg_body.gif" valign="top" align="center" colspan="2"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" width="740"> <tr> <td></td> <td height="20" align="right"> <div style="background-color: #4B532A; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #FDF8D8; padding-left: 5px; padding-right: 5px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><font size="2"><strong>Jennifer Allan</strong> | RE/MAX City Horizons<a href="http://www.postlets.com/email_interest.php?pid=829590&v=re" style="color: #FDF8D8;"></a> | 303-947-1335</font></div> </td> </tr> </table> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" style="border-left: 1px solid #DEDDC9; border-right: 1px solid #DEDDC9;" width="740"> <tr> <td> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" width="100%"> <tr> <td> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="7" width="100%"> <tr> <td style="background-color: #DEDDC9; background-image: url('http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/sonoma/bg_subheaderbar.gif');" colspan="2"> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="1" width="100%"> <tr valign="top"> <td height="30" valign="top" align="left"><div style="font-family: Georgia, serif; color: #8E0700;"><font size="5">2786 West Denver Place, Denver, CO</font></div></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" align="left" width="560"> <div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #6F6F65;">A Nice House in The Highlands under $230,000? For Real? YES!</div></td> </tr> </table></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="background-color: #FFFEFD;" colspan="2"> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="4" style="border-left: 1px solid #BDBCAB; border-right: 1px solid #BDBCAB; border-top: 1px solid #BDBCAB; border-bottom: 1px solid #BDBCAB; background-color: #FFFEFD;" width="724"> <tr> <td align="left"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%"> <tr> <td height="35" valign="top" width="350"> <div style="font-family: Georgia, serif; color: #4B532A;"><font size="4">2BR/1BA Single Family House</font></div></td> <td valign="top"><span style="padding-right: 5px;"></span></td> <td valign="top" align="right"><div style="font-family: Georgia, serif; color: #4B532A;"><font size="4">offered at $229,900</font></div></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="3" style="border-left: 1px solid #BDBCAB; border-right: 1px solid #BDBCAB; border-top: 1px solid #BDBCAB; border-bottom: 1px solid #BDBCAB; background-color: #FFFEFD;" width="100%"> <tr> <td style="background-color: #DEDDC9; background-image: url('http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/sonoma/bg_attributes.gif'); font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4B532A;" width="125">Year Built</td> <td style="background-color: #DEDDC9; background-image: url('http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/sonoma/bg_attributes.gif'); font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4B532A;">1905 </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4B532A;">Sq Footage</td> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD; font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4B532A;">1,011 </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #DEDDC9; background-image: url('http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/sonoma/bg_attributes.gif'); font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4B532A;">Bedrooms</td> <td style="background-color: #DEDDC9; background-image: url('http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/sonoma/bg_attributes.gif'); font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4B532A;">2</td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4B532A;">Bathrooms</td> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD; font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4B532A;">1 full, 0 partial </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #DEDDC9; background-image: url('http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/sonoma/bg_attributes.gif'); font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4B532A;">Floors</td> <td style="background-color: #DEDDC9; background-image: url('http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/sonoma/bg_attributes.gif'); font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4B532A;"> 1 </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4B532A;">Parking</td> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD; font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4B532A;"> 2 Covered spaces </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #DEDDC9; background-image: url('http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/sonoma/bg_attributes.gif'); font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4B532A;">Lot Size</td> <td style="background-color: #DEDDC9; background-image: url('http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/sonoma/bg_attributes.gif'); font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4B532A;">4,690 sqft </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; color: #4B532A;">HOA/Maint</td> <td style="background-color: #FFFEFD; font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #4B532A;">$0 per month</td> </tr> </table> <br> <div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4B532A;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"> DESCRIPTION</span></div> <hr noshade size="1" style="border-top: 1px solid #BDBCAB;"> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="3" width="100%"> <tr> <td style="font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #6F6F65;">All the charm you expect at a price you can afford! Hardwood floors, unpainted doors & trim, beautiful original fireplace mantle, built-in bookcases & high, high ceilings. On the practical side, the home features updated systems, good storage in the basement, a two-car garage + off-street parking, all on a quiet Sunnyside block. Priced to sell quickly, so call today! </td> </tr> </table> </td> <td valign="top" width="5"><span style="padding-right: 5px;"></span></td> <td valign="top"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="8" style="border-left: 1px solid #BDBCAB; border-right: 1px solid #BDBCAB; border-top: 1px solid #BDBCAB; border-bottom: 1px solid #BDBCAB; background-color: #FFFEFD;" width="100%"> <tr> <td><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20080615/111049_P1010093.JPG" border="1" height="262" width="350"><br> </td> </tr> </table> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%"> <tr> <td align="center"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="1" width="350"> <tr> <td height="25" align="center" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-weight: normal; color: #6F6F65;">see additional photos below</td> </tr></table></td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="background-color: #FFFEFD;" colspan="2"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="4" style="border-left: 1px solid #BDBCAB; border-right: 1px solid #BDBCAB; border-top: 1px solid #BDBCAB; border-bottom: 1px solid #BDBCAB; background-color: #FFFEFD;" width="724"> <tr> <td align="left"> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" width="100%"> <tr valign="middle" align="center"> <td valign="top"> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="3" width="100%"> <tr> <td align="left"> <div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4B532A;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">PROPERTY FEATURES</span></div> <hr noshade size="1" style="border-top: 1px solid #BDBCAB;"> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="3" width="100%"><tr style="font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #6F6F65;"> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/sonoma/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Central heat</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/sonoma/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">High/Vaulted ceiling</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/sonoma/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Hardwood floor</td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #6F6F65;"> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/sonoma/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Tile floor</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/sonoma/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Dishwasher</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/sonoma/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Refrigerator</td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #6F6F65;"> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/sonoma/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Stove/Oven</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/sonoma/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Basement</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/sonoma/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Washer</td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; color: #6F6F65;"> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/sonoma/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Dryer</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/sonoma/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Laundry area - inside</td> <td width="33%"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/sonoma/blt_features.gif" vspace="3" height="3" width="13">Yard</td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> <br> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="background-color: #FFFEFD;" colspan="2"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="4" style="border-left: 1px solid #BDBCAB; border-right: 1px solid #BDBCAB; border-top: 1px solid #BDBCAB; border-bottom: 1px solid #BDBCAB; background-color: #FFFEFD;" width="724"> <tr> <td align="left"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" width="100%"> <tr valign="middle" align="center"> <td valign="top"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="3" width="100%"><tr> <td valign="top" align="left"> <div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #4B532A;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">ADDITIONAL PHOTOS </span></div> <hr noshade size="1" style="border-top: 1px solid #BDBCAB;"><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" width="100%"><tr valign="middle" align="center"><td height="262"><div align="left" style="padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20080615/111049_P1010093.JPG" border="0" width="344"></div></td><td><div align="right" style="padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20080615/111049_P1010014.JPG" border="0" width="344"></div><tr valign="middle" align="center"><td height="262"><div align="left" style="padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20080615/111050_P1010024.JPG" border="0" width="344"></div></td><td><div align="right" style="padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20080615/111050_P1010087.JPG" border="0" width="344"></div><tr valign="middle" align="center"><td height="262"><div align="left" style="padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20080615/111050_P1010078.JPG" border="0" width="344"></div></td><td><div align="right" style="padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/create/photos/20080615/111051_P1010086.JPG" border="0" width="344"></div></td></tr></table></td></tr></table></td></tr></table></td></tr></table></td></tr><tr> <td valign="top" align="left" style="background-color: #FFFEFD;" width="50%"> <table cellspacing="1" border="0" cellpadding="0" style="border-left: 1px solid #BDBCAB; border-right: 1px solid #BDBCAB; border-top: 1px solid #BDBCAB; border-bottom: 1px solid #BDBCAB; background-color: #FFFFCD;" width="350"> <tr> <td><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="5" width="100%"> <tr> <td><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #666666;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"> Seller contact info:</span></div></td> </tr> <tr> <td><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%"> <tr valign="top"> <td width="35"><span style="padding-right: 5px;"></span></td> <td><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="2" width="100%"> <tr><td><div style="font-family: Georgia, serif; color: #6F6F65;">Jennifer Allan</div></td></tr> <tr><td><div style="font-family: Georgia, serif; color: #6F6F65;">RE/MAX City Horizons</div></td></tr> <tr><td><div style="font-family: Georgia, serif; color: #6F6F65;">303-947-1335</div></td></tr> <tr> <td><div style="font-family: Georgia, serif; color: #6F6F65;">For sale by agent/broker</div></td> </tr> </table></td> </tr> </table><br></td> </tr> </table></td> </tr> </table></td></tr> </table></td> </tr> <tr> <td><table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%"> <tr> <td align="left" style="background-color: #FFFEFD;"><span style="padding-left: 5px; padding-right: 5px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/css/styles/sonoma/btn_powered.gif" border="0" height="25" alt="powered by postlets" width="140"></span></td> <td align="right" style="background-color: #FFFEFD;"><a href="http://www.craigslist.org/about/FHA.html" style="color: #8E0700; text-decoration: none;">Equal Opportunity Housing</a></td> <td align="right" style="background-color: #FFFEFD;" width="35"><span style="padding-left: 5px; padding-right: 5px;"><img src="http://www.postlets.com/images/eoh_logo.gif" height="18" width="24"></span></td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table></td> </tr> </table> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="740"> <tr> <td height="20" valign="middle" align="left"><div style="background-color: #4B532A; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; color: #FDF8D8; padding-left: 5px; padding-right: 5px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><font size="2">Posted: Jun 15, 2008, 10:34am PDT</font></div></td> </tr> </table></td></tr> </table></font></div> <div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Sun, 15 Jun 2008 15:00:19 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/551884/a-whole-house-in-highlands-under-230-000-you-betcha-and-it-s-cute- http://activerain.com/blogsview/547299/six-hours-and-three-minutes-from-denver-heaven-on-earth-okay-kansas- <p>I just returned from a 3-day camping trip to... the middle of Kansas. Yeah, I know. I had my doubts, too. Why Kansas? Well, the LDR DBF was going to be in Kansas City for <a href="http://rock-fest.com/" target="_blank">Rockfest 2008</a> (no, I wasn't invited and that's 'cause he really likes me), so we figured it made sense to meet halfway between KC and Denver for a little rendezvous.</p> <p><img title="lake" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/9/2/6/9/6/ar121327170269629.JPG" height="188" alt="lake" width="250" style="float: left;" />He suggested <a href="http://www.kdwp.state.ks.us/news/state_parks/locations/wilson" target="_blank">Wilson Lake State Park</a>. For those of you who have ever been stranded in Hays, Kansas during a snowstorm; it's about 50 miles east of there, and then 8 miles north of I-70.</p> <p>And it was WONDERFUL! I don't know what it's like during peak summer months, but on the first week of June, the lake was pretty much ours. We did "primitive" camping - that is - no water, electricity or plumbing, on our own private peninsula, for something like $6/day. We were right on the water, within walking distance to the "facilities." The dogs could run and play to their hearts' content and then go screaming off into the water to cool off. No fire restrictions, so we had a terrific campfire... although finding wood for it was a bit of a challenge (Kansas is not known for its lush forests).</p> <p>The weather? Awesome. 80-85 degrees during the day; 50-60 degrees at night. A nice breeze (okay, often more like a gale force wind) kept us comfortable and more importantly kept the bugs away.</p> <p>Wilson Lake calls itself the "Clearest Lake in Kansas" and yeah, I'll buy that. No, it's not the Caribbean, but at certain hours of the day, it was a lovely blue-green color. Fish jumped like crazy, so the Southern DBF had his fishing pole ready at all times.</p> <p>So... if you're like me and don't care for mountain camping (I don't like to shiver), you might give Wilson Lake a try. You don't have to camp "primitive;" they also offer RV hookups and cute little cabins, for incredibly reasonable prices...</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Thu, 12 Jun 2008 06:54:09 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/547299/six-hours-and-three-minutes-from-denver-heaven-on-earth-okay-kansas- http://activerain.com/blogsview/545749/i-love-my-new-panasonic-lumix- <p><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/491270/Point-And-Shoot-Cameras" target="_blank">On the advice of Jeff Turner</a>, I recently purchased a <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-DMC-FX35K-Digital-Optical-Stabilized/dp/B0011Z9VX0/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&amp;s=electronics&amp;qid=1213188233&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank">Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FX35</a> to replace my no-longer-trusty-old <a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/23119/Sell-Your-Camera-On" target="_blank">Kodak V705</a>. While I loved my Kodak, it's recently started to act up and I figured that since it's discontinued, it made more sense to purchase rather than repair.</p> <p><img title="yana" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/4/1/9/8/ar121318843989147.JPG" height="150" alt="yana" width="200" style="float: left;" />I've used my new camera for both business and personal reasons in my first week of ownership and I'm quite happy. Last week I photographed my new listing - a small house built in 1907 (this is relevant because in these types of homes a wide-angle lens is imperative) and was thrilled with the results. The camera added a distinct warmth to the rooms and easily captured the entire scene, even the 9'x8' bedroom!</p> <p><img title="pups" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/3/7/5/7/3/ar121318837337573.JPG" height="187" alt="pups" width="261" style="float: right;" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>I also used it this last weekend on my camping trip and got some great action shots of the puppies frolicking, as well as some beautiful ambience shots of the sunset over the lake.</p> <p><img title="wilson" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/4/8/2/3/ar121319926632842.JPG" height="188" alt="wilson" width="250" style="float: left;" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><img title="zigger" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/0/4/7/5/ar121318855257405.JPG" height="150" alt="zigger" width="200" style="float: right;" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The only mildly negative results I got were in my car - I tried to snap a few photos of my dogs sleeping in the back seat and they came out blurry.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>But anyway, I whole-heartedly recommend this wonderful little camera (yeah, it's tiny!) as a replacement or substitute for the discontinued Kodak V705. I think I paid just under $<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-DMC-FX35K-Digital-Optical-Stabilized/dp/B0011Z9VX0/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&amp;s=electronics&amp;qid=1213188233&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank">300 for it on Amazon.com</a>, brand new. Only weird thing is - it doesn't come with a memory stick, but I had one from my Kodak, which works just fine...</p> <p>Thanks Jeff!</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Wed, 11 Jun 2008 07:50:21 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/545749/i-love-my-new-panasonic-lumix- http://activerain.com/blogsview/538186/for-old-fogie-re-max-agents-only <p>I first joined RE/MAX back in 2000 and worked there until 2003. Went out on my own, then took a 2-year sabbatical and am now back at RE/MAX. I like the company a lot, especially my office, which has incredible energy and enthusiasm... without being Rah Rah or oppressive.</p> <p>Anyway, I met with my franchise's&nbsp;recruiter last week to talk about creating a training program for rookies. <strong>Rookies?</strong> Since when is RE/MAX a suitable place for rookies? Okay, so I've been out of the loop for awhile, but I always thought that one of the benefits of having a balloon on my business card&nbsp;is that we have the prestige of being mostly "experienced agents." Y'know, because we all pay a desk fee and don't need company training or leads or hand-holding... therefore, you know that if you hire a RE/MAX agent, you're getting a full-time, experienced, dedicated, competent agent.</p> <p>Don't think I'm rookie-bashing - I'm not; I'm just surprised that RE/MAX is willing to dilute its image by aggressively recruiting new licensees.</p> <p>Any thoughts from fellow RE/MAXers?</p> <p><img title="ja" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/5/8/0/0/ar121270038000858.jpg" height="95" alt="ja" width="250" /><a href="http://www.charmingolddenver.com">www.charmingolddenver.com</a></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Thu, 05 Jun 2008 16:14:17 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/538186/for-old-fogie-re-max-agents-only http://activerain.com/blogsview/537581/an-unexpected-free-day-don-t-you-love-those- <p>Okay, so this blog has nothing to do with real estate or even Charming Old Denver. But I just wanted to share my delight in a Day All to Myself...</p> <p>I had an appointment at 11:00 this morning - an interview of sorts - and it just got canceled. Was I dreading the interview? Oh, no, not at all! I was actually looking forward to it. But... it's raining and chilly and I haven't yet showered and have been feeling awfully comfy here at my computer.</p> <p>I probably SHOULD shower and I probably SHOULD make other plans, but... nah.... I'll just enjoy this unexpected free day and hit the bricks tomorrow...</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><img title="ja" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/6/2/6/ar121268116862601.jpg" height="76" alt="ja" width="200" /><a href="http://www.charmingolddenver.com">www.charmingolddenver.com</a></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Thu, 05 Jun 2008 10:53:25 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/537581/an-unexpected-free-day-don-t-you-love-those- http://activerain.com/blogsview/525766/mr-ms-buyer-i-m-happy-to-work-with-you-no-obligation-required- <p>Dear Denver Homebuyer,</p> <p>If you've been searching for just the right real estate agent to help you find your <a href="http://www.charmingolddenver.com" target="_blank">Charming Old Denver</a> home, I'd like to apply for the job. But first, let's talk about, egads, BUYER AGENCY.<img title="contract" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/3/1/9/4/8/ar121191405484913.jpg" height="248" alt="contract" width="200" style="float: right;" /></p> <p>In case you aren't familiar with the term "<strong>Buyer Agency</strong>" here's what it means.&nbsp;When you sign a&nbsp;<strong>Buyer Agency Agreement</strong> with a real estate agent, that agreement obligates you&nbsp;to the agent for a specified period of time. If you purchase a home during the contract period, you are&nbsp;contractually required to pay that agent a commission. Nothing really wrong with that; as you probably know, we don't get paid until closing and it's reasonable that we might want some sort of assurance that our efforts will be compensated at some point if we perform.</p> <p>But I also believe it's&nbsp;reasonable that you might balk at committing to a real estate agent you barely know. I whole‑heartedly believe it is my <strong>duty and obligation</strong> to prove myself to you before even suggesting a formal relationship.</p> <p>You have the right to evaluate me, just as I have the right to evaluate you. Do I know my markets, my contracts, my systems? Do I return my phone calls promptly? Do I have 25 other buyers taking up my time?</p> <p>These are valid concerns you may have about me. And I can't TELL you the answers, I have to demonstrate my worthiness.&nbsp; If I don't convince you that I'm the man (er, woman) for the job, you should have every right to look elsewhere for assistance.</p> <p>Besides, buying a home is an emotional experience. There is such a thing as a bad personality fit, even if both parties are terrific people. Good rapport is essential to a successful home-buying experience (for both of us!!).</p> <p>So, Mr. or Ms. Buyer, call me with confidence. We'll check each other out and see if we're a good fit. And, we'll have some fun looking for your next home!&nbsp;</p> <p><img title="ja" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/8/8/8/3/ar121191413938882.jpg" height="76" alt="ja" width="200" /><a href="http://www.charmingolddenver.com">www.charmingolddenver.com</a></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><img style="float: left;" title="Jennifer Allan" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/4/5/7/ar125284412075427.jpg" alt="Jennifer Allan" width="200" height="104" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.CharmingOldDenver.com"><strong>www.CharmingOldDenver.com</strong></a></p></div> Jennifer Allan (Jennifer Allan, Inc.) Wed, 28 May 2008 06:53:46 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/525766/mr-ms-buyer-i-m-happy-to-work-with-you-no-obligation-required-