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real estate: High Plains Village at Centerra- Open House Weekend - 05/24/08 10:50 AM

Need something to do this weekend? As weather permits, here is this weekends open house schedule. Come on out and enjoy the weather, see some great home in the built green community of High Plains Village. To get to a specific open house, please click on a link below and look … (0 comments)

real estate: High Plains Open House Weekend - 05/03/08 09:34 AM

real estate: Why Full-Time Means Go Time - 04/28/08 09:44 AM

This past weekend, I was showing property to one of my buyer clients. During the course of the day, the client identified two homes that he wanted me to check into further before making an offer. After leaving messages on the other agents voice mail, I heard back from agent # … (9 comments)

real estate: NAR- Stop Being a Cheerleader & Start Telling the Truth. - 04/07/08 11:06 PM

In order for me to be a Realtor, I must be a member of NAR. Much like a teacher, they willingly or unwillingly pay to be a part of the industry that is suppposed to represent their best interest. Question? What if I don't agree with those that I pay to … (8 comments)

real estate: Is Newspaper Advertising Worth It? - 03/20/08 10:47 PM

As I was preparing my 2008 business plan and budget, I continue to be amazed that I was considering "throwing out" all print advertising. Some of the magazine ads that I have placed in the past have been fruitful (at best) but the newspaper has been a total disaster.
In the past year and a … (9 comments)

real estate: Fort Collins- Safe Drivers...... Yep! - 03/20/08 10:45 PM

Yes, I am a bit surprised by this since I think we have a bunch of crazies on the road. I guess everyone has their share of bad drivers but this puts things in persepective. When I was living in California, they had road rage, here in Northern Colorado they have … (1 comments)

real estate: Rare Opportunity- Main Floor Master w/ Maintain & Boyd Lake Views - 03/02/08 01:01 PM

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real estate: Carefree Cottage- 3 Minutes to I-25 - 03/02/08 12:59 PM

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real estate: McStain Built Town Home in Centerra - 03/02/08 12:58 PM

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real estate: 4 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom W/ Finished Basement in Centerra - 02/18/08 10:42 PM

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real estate: Lots FOR SALE in Centerra - 02/18/08 10:40 PM

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real estate: Simple, Easy Living in this One Bedroom Condo- Centerra Location - 02/18/08 10:38 PM

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real estate: Paying Upfront- Where's the Incentive - 02/06/08 09:58 PM

This morning in my companies sales meeting, an agent brought up a story about a limited service/discount broker and the affect on the seller. The story goes..... A seller decides to list his home so that he can retire in Utah. The seller interviews several agents and decides to go with … (10 comments)

real estate: Counter Offers- Often Mis-Understood - 02/06/08 09:56 PM

In my day to day real estate practice, I prefer to work with sellers. It seems to me that sellers have a better sense of what they want (motivation) and what they need (net proceeds). A buyer tends to be more flighty and even though we are in a great buyers … (4 comments)

real estate: Rare Listing in Centerra - 02/06/08 09:54 PM

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real estate: Colorado- Priming the Pump for a Housing Turnaround - 01/18/08 03:33 PM

I hate to brag but I've been saying this for months (see links below). the market is not as bad as everyone thinks it is. Now, while it is true that the National Association of Realtors usually paints a pretty picture for all things real estate this article is right on. … (2 comments)

real estate: High Plains Village 2007 Market Summary- As Seen on HighPlainsExpert.com - 01/15/08 11:49 PM

Another Point of Reference (see below).
An anomaly has occurred in High Plains Village. The current inventory has single family actives doubling the attached dwellings (condos/town homes) and less than 30% of the total units built. The upside down affect if you will.
All statistical information used to create this report was … (2 comments)

real estate: High Plains Village Snowstorm Part Deux - 12/28/07 03:19 PM

As you may have noticed the snow stopped last night sometime around 10PM. While most television news broadcasts will say that we only got six inches of snow, we actually (with snow drifts) received a heck of a lot more than that. In many areas, I saw snow drifts as high … (0 comments)

real estate: I Thought I Would Save Some Time & Ask You If...... - 12/02/07 04:03 PM

Today, I received a call from another agent asking me if writing up an offer on one of my listings was even worth it. The other party showed it yesterday and apparently the potential buyer loved it but can only go up to $xxx. "Would your seller consider an offer for … (48 comments)

real estate: High Plains Village Condo Owners- Take Note - 12/01/07 01:33 PM

When I bought my house in High Plains Village, I was trying to get my arms around the whole Environmental Center thing. After all, I never walked the trails, saw the lakes or took a bird watching tour with the HPEC staff. So, from my standpoint, the value of the HPEC … (0 comments)

real estate: Sellers- Are You Putting Cheese on the Trap or A Worm on the Hook? - 11/27/07 10:02 PM

If you have spent any time with me over the last several months, one of the topics that I have been wearing out is the pending birth of my third daughter. I say wearing our, not because I am dreading the prospect of having another daughter but rather the prospect of … (2 comments)

real estate: It's Just Thanksgiving! A Very Special Day Indeed. - 11/22/07 11:23 AM

While I am not a big fan of cliche's, I can tell you that Happy Thanksgiving is so much more than happy and thanksgiving. Today is a very special day, a day when every human can give thanks (in their own way) and find something to be thankful for or to … (3 comments)

real estate: High Plains Village Town Hall Meeting - 11/12/07 10:33 PM

HPV Townhall Meeting - Nov. 14, 2007
The CRCA Board of Directors has scheduled a Townhall Meeting at 7:00pm onNovember 14 at the High Plains Environmental Center. The main purpose of themeeting is to inform HPV property owners of the increase in their HOA duesthat is imminent with the 2008 budget, which … (0 comments)

real estate: The Real Estate Market Does Not Suck In Northern Colorado. - 11/08/07 01:13 AM

As we head towards another year's end, I will not have the luxury of slowing down, taking more time off or going to as many holiday parties as I would like. You see, I have my third child (third daughter) coming in late January and I have to be ready for … (2 comments)

real estate: New Listing in High Plains Village - 11/02/07 09:27 PM

Immaculate, carefree cottage in High Plains Village. Truly a wonderful family home with room to grow. Home boasts hickory wood floors, cozy living room with fireplace, main level office, great kitchen with upgraded cabinets and tons of storage. The master suite is huge and has a 5 pc set-up. The … (0 comments)

real estate: If The Other Agents Sucks, Don't Screw It Up For Your Client! - 10/31/07 08:50 PM

Over the last several weeks, I have been reading about agents leaving the real estate industry in droves. Call it a mass exodus of those that need to get a real job. While the market can be somewhat scary (Halloween phrase), I can relate to those that need to pay the … (2 comments)

real estate: Kudos To McStain Neighborhoods - 10/22/07 09:27 PM

McStain Neighborhoods and I have been talking for a few months now about the remaining lots that they have yet to build on. For the last year and a half, the remaining seven (7) lots in High Plains Village have been marketed primarily as a a package deal to other builders.
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real estate: High Plains Village Halloween Parade - 10/22/07 09:22 PM

What a beautiful day to be outside! The parade started at Independence Park and continued to Piney River and then on to the High Plains Environmental Center. Along the way, the kids were greeted by several High Plains residents with candy and kind offerings. At HPEC, the kids enjoyed pumpkin painting … (1 comments)

real estate: High Plains Halloween Parade - 10/20/07 09:12 PM

real estate: Great Family Home in Centerra - 10/06/07 12:33 AM

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real estate: Best Priced Town Home in High Plains Village at Centerra - 10/06/07 12:31 AM

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real estate: Just Listed- 2011 Grays Peak Dr in Desireable High Plains Village at Centerra - 10/06/07 12:29 AM

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real estate: 4016 Plum Creek Dr- Under Contract - 10/06/07 12:27 AM

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real estate: Loveland City Council to Vote On New Centerra Neighborhood Proposal - 09/03/07 12:41 PM

Tomorrow night, the Loveland City council will be voting on a proposal by McWhinney Enterprises to allow for a new Metro Tax District to be formed within Centerra's borders. The proposed Metro Tax District will be used for infrastructure and community amenities within the Lakes at Centerra development. While I am not … (0 comments)

real estate: You Better Know The Neighborhood - 09/03/07 11:40 AM

This past week, I was distributing one of my marketing pieces to my neighborhood. In my walking travels I met several homeowners that I knew by name only. This is one of the funnest activities for me as a Realtor, meeting new people. Anyway, as I walked (getting exercise too), I … (4 comments)

real estate: Loveland & McWhinney- In Marriage, Both Must Sacrifice - 08/29/07 12:58 PM

Today, in the local Paper (Loveland Reporter Herald) on the front page the headline reads "City Wants A Grand Project". As a more than casual observer of the goings on in Loveland, I am pleased to see that the city is finally seeing things my way. I mean McWhinney's way. City … (0 comments)

real estate: High Plains Village Softball Team - 08/09/07 06:28 PM

Many of you may know that I am competitive. Well, maybe hyper competitive. A few times this summer, I have mentioned my frustration with being on the losing end playing on a men's softball league. Losing sucks! As my ego can attest, I want to win! So, being hyper competitive and … (1 comments)

real estate: Very Cool Listing- Under Contract - 08/09/07 12:35 PM

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real estate: Ethan Allen- In Tiny Little Loveland, Colorado?! - 08/07/07 10:37 PM

Ethan Allen, a fine furniture store is now open to the public. The new store is located on the south/west side of 2534. I am a big fan of higher end products including furniture retailers. Why? It's not just about the product, it's about perception of the marketplace and the end … (1 comments)

real estate: Beauty in High Plains Village at Centerra w/ Separate Carriage House - 08/02/07 02:04 AM

Great home in High Plains Village at Centerra. This property has it all including 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, finished attic, wood flooring, upgraded tile, multiple raised planting beds to grow your own fruits and vegetables, wonderful views, huge deck and a 3 car finished (heated and cooled) garage. Oh, I … (0 comments)

real estate: So You Think the Market Sucks.... - 07/31/07 12:13 AM

I just got home from my double header softball game and felt compelled to write this post. The first game of our doubleheader, we were hanging in there and ended up losing by 10 runs. In fact, the game was called after the fifth inning because of the all to familiar … (8 comments)

real estate: Bonefish Grill- Coming Soon to 2534 Development - 07/29/07 04:52 PM

Finally! A good fish restaurant is coming to Northern Colorado. Bonefish Grill will be opening soon and is located on the southeast corner of Centerra Parkway. The actual location is in the 2534 development. I have never been to a Bonefish Grill but can't wait. The menu online looks fantastic and … (2 comments)

real estate: New Listing in High Plains Village. - 07/29/07 04:12 PM

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real estate: CLOSE TO IT ALL! Centerra, 2534 & I-25. - 07/29/07 04:10 PM

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real estate: Under Contract Is Not Enough - 07/28/07 11:29 PM

Earlier this year, I had a a few lots in a very small subdivision listed for sale. My seller is a great old guy that put in a considerable amount of time and money to get the lots ready for sale (i.e. water tap, sewer, soil and civil engineering, etc). My … (6 comments)

real estate: Seller's- Make Selling Your House A Business Decision, Not A Personal One. - 07/23/07 01:15 PM

I am a huge believer in writing letters and staying in touch with past clients. The real estate business will always be a high touch business but we can/should never confuse high touch with results. The high touch side of this business will more than likely earn us an invitiation to the … (0 comments)

real estate: These Are Real People (And They Can Blog) - 07/18/07 10:10 PM

Today, I had the pleasure of meeting some pretty cool and very talented people. I was at the Rembrex Blog Fiesta at the Denver Tech Center. Meeting new people is always fun but today I got to meet several people that I highly repsect and admire as 'bloggers'. The keynotes were … (2 comments)

real estate: Rookie VS Veteran- Which Agent Should Represent You? - 07/15/07 08:39 PM

As an agent coming up on my 8th year in the business, I continue to wonder how a rookie can even survive in this market. Make no mistake, this is the toughest market that I have seen and hope to ever see again. Gone are the days when listings would sell … (7 comments)

real estate: Highland Meadows- Year to Date Market Activity - 07/14/07 12:13 PM

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real estate: Waterfront at Boyd Lake- Year to Date Market Activity - 07/14/07 12:00 PM

Here is a summary of the market activity (1/1/07- 7/1/07) for the Waterfront at Boyd Lake subdivision. Waterfront at Boyd Lake is an established waterfront development in the heart of Northern Colorado's hub, (nocoHUB.com) specifically in the Centerra master development. Waterfront at Boyd Lake is very close to all the amenities of Northern Colorado including easy access to … (4 comments)

real estate: Thompson Crossing- Year to Date Market Activity - 07/14/07 11:45 AM

Here is a summary of the market activity (1/1/07- 7/1/07) for the Thompson Crossing subdivision. Thompson Crossing is a brand new development in the heart of Northern Colorado's hub, (nocoHUB.com) specifically in the 2534 master development. Thompson Crossing is very close to all the amenities of Northern Colorado including easy access … (1 comments)

real estate: Listing In High Plains Village at Centerra - 06/16/07 04:55 PM

High Plains Village is a great community made up of condos, townhomes, cottages and larger single family homes. The amenities of this community are pretty hard to beat and include close to I-25, within walking distance to shopping, restaurants, coffee shops, Loveland Sports Park, the new Medical Center of the Rockies, … (0 comments)

real estate: Northern Colorado- The HUB Keeps Growing - 06/13/07 01:03 PM

So many things are happening in Northern Colorado, particularly around the Centerra, 2534 and Crossroads areas. It's pretty difficult to not flash forward a couple of years and realize that this is the place to be in Northern Colorado. Let's just call it the new HUB.
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real estate: Code of Ethics! What Code of Ethics? - 06/12/07 04:47 PM

real estate: High Plains Village- Year to Date Market Summary - 06/11/07 01:50 PM

Listings included in this report are selling at an average of 98% of listing price.
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real estate: Loveland Will Be Getting Taller - 06/09/07 09:42 PM

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real estate: Stop the Whining!!!! The Glass is Half Full!!!! - 06/06/07 03:19 PM

Do most homeowners purchase their home because they need a place to live or because they feel that a home is a good investment? I'm not talking about an investment property but their primary residence. I think most of us are kidding ourselves when we buy a home primarily as an … (7 comments)

real estate: Will Work for Nothing!!! - 06/06/07 12:02 AM

The realities of our real estate market in Northern Colorado leave little wiggle room. It seems that most sellers have an option A or an option B. Option A is usually preferred (sell the property) and option B is lease the property. On several occasions over the last several weeks I … (2 comments)

real estate: My Listings in High Plains Village at Centerra - 05/25/07 11:27 PM

High Plains Village at Centerra is a very unique community in Loveland, Colorado. High Plains has a great mix of housing choices including condos, town homes, cottages and larger single family homes. Our community has 2 lakes, a dog park, over 250 acres of open space, almost 8 miles of walking … (0 comments)

real estate: New Listing in High Plains Village at Centerra - 05/25/07 10:28 PM

Mountain & Boyd Lake Views! High Plains Village at CenterraLocation: High Plains VilageWant to have it all? MTN & Boyd Lake Views! Upgrades throughout including granite countertops, wood floors (incl. stairs), marble accents, gas cooktop, view windows, light accents, waterfall in backyard & colorful landscp. From the mstr suite you can't … (1 comments)

real estate: Great Price in High Plains Village at Centerra - 05/24/07 03:42 PM

Centerra Townhome in High Plains VillageLocation: High Plains Village @ CenterraClose to it all! High Plains Village is within walking distance of MCR, shopping, coffee shops and very close to I-25. The community boasts 2 lakes, miles of walking trails, open space and a dog park. This McStain built townhome is … (0 comments)

real estate: Townhome- High Plains Village at Centerra - 05/24/07 03:39 PM

Centerra Beauty- Townhome in High Plains VillageLocation: High Plains Village @ CenterraImmaculate Townhome in High Plains Village at Centerra. This 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath+loft with att. 2 car garage, overlooks the canal leading to the community lakes. See wildlife right outside your front door. This home is very private! Enjoy the … (0 comments)

real estate: Under Contract Just Before A Showing?! - 05/24/07 03:34 PM

So I called on Monday to set up a showing for Wednesday @ 5PM. I find out about an hour before my showing is to occur that the seller received an offer earlier in the day and decided to accept the offer about an hour before my showing. My buyer still wanted … (7 comments)

real estate: Retire in Style (to Loveland) - 05/23/07 03:39 PM

As many folks may already know, Loveland has been names several times in the last fews years as one of the best places to retire or re-invent yourself by numerous national magazine and publications. With our aging (baby boomer) population, it seems that housing specifically geared for this generation is popping … (0 comments)

real estate: Housing Market Predicted to Rebound - 05/22/07 05:49 PM

According to Alan Garner, an econimist for the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, the slow housing market in Colorado is expected to rebound. This rebound is expected to outpace the national markets in 2008. The amount of foreclosures and sub-prime lender problems has certainly had an affect but according to … (2 comments)

real estate: A Sign, the MLS and a Prayer - 04/30/07 05:51 PM

As a real estate agent, I often wonder why some sellers choose one agent over another. The fact that their are so many agents to choose from must drive the general public crazy. Or does it? In my quest to improve my services and to understand how and why people … (5 comments)

real estate: High Plains Town Home- Available 1/11/07 - 01/10/07 10:11 AM

A new listing will be available tomorrow in High Plains Village. This town home is stunning and in my humble opinion (hmmm) has one of the best locations in the community. An end unit with great front range and mountain views. For additional information including multiple virtual tours, please go to: … (0 comments)

real estate: High Plains Village Cottage- Under Contract! - 01/09/07 08:50 PM

To anyone that cares.... my cottage listing in High Plains Village is under contract. Yes, the perception is that the market is very slow and with the recent snow storms, very few buyers. The lesson here is price it right, fix it up, keep it spotless, know your competition and be … (1 comments)

real estate: Our MLS Is Better Than Your MLS - 01/07/07 12:14 AM

As a former agent in Southern California, I can hands-down tell you that IRES (Northern Colorado) is a much better MLS service than the SoCal MLS. I have only been gone a few years now but I cannot imagine that SoCal MLS has made any drastic improvements to make their service better.
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real estate: HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! Now Do Something.... - 12/31/06 03:15 PM

As 2006 comes and goes, I can only wish the readers of this blog a blessed, fruitful and more profitable year in 2007.
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real estate: 2007 Resolutions - 12/30/06 05:41 PM

This year (2006), I was all over the place with my marketing. My goal is to always be different and more creative than the next guy. Well, I was certainly different and creative this year but when I look back, I was trying to be all things to all people. In … (1 comments)

real estate: Counter Offers - 12/29/06 12:59 PM

real estate: Are Newspapers Doomed? - 12/18/06 04:34 PM

As I am preparing my 2007 business plan and budget, I continue to be amazed that I am considering "throwing out" all print advertising. Some of the magazine ads that I have placed in the past have been fruitful (at best) but the newspaper has been a total disaster.
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real estate: If They Are Looking Now, They Must Be Pretty Serious - 12/08/06 08:54 PM

If you don't live in Northern Colorado, you may think that the weather this time of year is horrible. Well, right now I'm looking out my office window and I see small patches of snow on the ground, at least 200 canadian geese on Lake Loveland and I can walk outside … (0 comments)

real estate: Foreclosure Hotline- Now Available! - 12/01/06 06:17 PM

Coloradoans facing foreclosure? Help is in the way..... STOP FORECLOSURE … (1 comments)

real estate: Don't Believe Everything You See & Hear - 12/01/06 06:13 PM

We might as well just buy our graves sight's now. If you are a property owner or plan on being one in the not too distant future, you may be seeing all the negative headlines and saying to yourself, "I'll just wait and see how things shake out". The negativity, in … (2 comments)

real estate: Why I'm Optimistic About Real Estate in Northern Colorado - 12/01/06 06:11 PM

If you have read the newspaper lately, it's amazing to me that we still choose to eat, sleep and breathe. Why not just end it now? Bubble this, bubble that, the market's in the tank, the sky is falling, blah, blah, blah, blah.
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real estate: Title Companies Under Fire - 12/01/06 06:06 PM

I read a great post from a fellow real estate blogger today. In actuality, I should have written a post comparing my experiences as a former California real estate agent and now, a Colorado Broker.
I have found that the relationship between title reps and agents here (in Colorado) is more cut … (2 comments)

real estate: Medical Center of the Rockies- Coming Soon - 12/01/06 06:04 PM

Northern Colorado will soon be a regional hub for high tech firms the medical industry. The Medical Center of the Rockies will be open for business in February, 2007 but the hiring process started months ago. Think the local economy and housing market will benefit from the new Hospital? Umm, yes! … (0 comments)

real estate: Is Feedback Really That Important? Umm, Umm, Yes! - 11/30/06 09:13 PM

I'm the kind of guy that strongly believes in you reap what you sow, you get what you give, an eye for an eye (some would call it karma). I cannot tell you how frustrating, time wasting and inconsiderate it is when agents don't bother giving feedback to the listing agent … (1 comments)

real estate: What's Your Motivation? - 11/28/06 12:45 AM

I have been in the real estate sales business long enough to know when a property is overpriced (no one will buy), underpriced (everyone wants to buy) and value (many will want to buy). The key element for a seller when deciding on the category he/she would like to be in … (2 comments)

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