Denver's Real Estate Market is Changing...Quickly - 01/30/12 10:00 AM
Denver's Real Estate Market is Changing...Quickly


In the last few months, buyers looking for Denver real estate have noticed the limited inventory available, and in some cases seeing multiple offers.  Showing homes on the weekends, Realtors are experiencing overlapping appointments with other Realtors and their clients.    Showings set for homes in the Denver Metro area have doubled from the previous year on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, but our inventory has increased minimally.
When the supply of active Denver home listings become limited, and the demand increases, we surely will see some pricing increases in the next few months. … (30 comments)

Parker CO Market Report - December 2011 - 01/26/12 04:16 PM
Parker CO Market Report - December 2011

 
The Town of Parker is Southeast of Denver approximately 30 miles.     It is a quaint town that is commonly called a bedroom community.    It has the small town feel, yet has lots to offer.      The Town of Parker is approximately 20 square miles.Like Denver, Parker real estate is very low in inventory and difficult to find a non-distressed home for a family that is under $200,000.    Currently there are 150 under contract and 61 pending.    Here are the numbers for the Month of December 2011:



Here are the … (18 comments)

Support our Wounded Warriors and Attend A Gala in Denver - 01/25/12 09:20 AM
Support our Wounded Warriors and Attend a Gala in Denver

 
A pre-Valentine's Day Gala will be held to support our Wounded Warriors Impacting Neighbors.    Many of our military men and women come home with injuries that impact the way they live day to day.   Many need special housing, ADA compliant spaces and fund raisers are needed to help these special men and women transition into a daily life style.


WWIN GalaFebruary 4, 20125 pm to 6 pm Cocktail Hour6:00 Dinner & ProgramSpeaker - Col. Daniel Dant, 460 Space Wing CommanderU.S. Army Jazz Band ~ Hosted Wine-Beer Bar … (25 comments)

Windsor Gardens - 55+ Active Adult Community Denver, CO - 01/24/12 10:26 PM
Windsor Gardens - 55+ Active Adult Community - Denver, CO
 


Windsor Gardens is a 55+ Active Adult Complex that offers lots to do whether you have retired or not.    There are 3500 current residents and some are still employed.
 

 
Here are some of the amenities you will find at Windsor Gardens:
 
 
Community Center - 35,000 sq ft building - classrooms, auditorium, library, crafts, games & meeting rooms
   There are over 40 classes offered (exercise - pilates, jazzersize, weight training, yoga, etc. or learn Spanish, take dance classes)
 Billiards, Book Clubs, 24 … (16 comments)

Bank Foreclosures in Denver Metro - 1/23/12 - 01/23/12 09:21 AM
Bank Foreclosures in Denver Metro - 1/23/12

The Denver real estate market is very active with buyers looking for a deal or the ability to attain sweat equity.       A bank foreclosure is different than a short sale, many times we get an answer within a week!      If the property is in a prime location, and in good condition, you will expect to have multiple offers!      Some banks are doing improvements and they show pretty well!   In the last couple of months, the median days on market for a bank foreclosure is 62 days and the banks have seen … (19 comments)

Lofts Available in Downtown Denver - Live the Dream! - 01/20/12 06:13 PM
Lofts Available in Downtown Denver - Live the Dream!
Living in Downtown Denver you have a multitude of choices.      The distinction of a Denver loft is the exposed duct work, 9+ foot ceilings, sometimes the ceilings are concrete, exposed brick walls, and very open floor plans.    There are some Denver lofts with partial walls for the bedroom(s).      Some units feature ceiling to floor windows/doors allowing light to flood into the units.    Most are ranch-type units, but there are townhomes available.

 
There are amenities in some buildings downtown to include
 fitness centers           indoor/outdoor … (25 comments)

New Construction Available in Parker CO - Lennar @ Regency - 01/19/12 09:30 AM
New Construction Available in Parker CO - Lennar @ Regency
Regency in Parker is a new community and Lennar has new home construction available.     Regency is located South of Mainstreet off Newlin Gulch Blvd., minutes to shopping, downtown Parker and easy access to I-25 and light rail.Two new models are introduced - the Grant, which is a two story home with 2,518 finished square feet with an additional 1,200 in the unfinished basement.     Mountain Views!     This home will be available in March and is listed for $358,100.    This address is 15930 Savory Circle, Parker, CO   80134.
The McKinley is a two … (15 comments)

Denver Market Report - December 2011 - 01/17/12 08:29 AM
Denver Market Report - December 2011

Denver’s real estate market has been very good over the last few months, and is evident by the numbers.    December's inventory is low, especially in the condo/townhome sector.    
 
Sellers are beginning to put their homes on the market, and homes are going under contract fairly quickly.     We are having a mild winter with warm days for previewing homes.       Pending status means a bank or 3rd party has given verbal approval, but has no written approval.   We are seeing more and more Denver short sales getting approved, and in … (22 comments)

Bank Foreclosures in Denver Metro - 1/16/12 - 01/16/12 09:21 AM
Bank Foreclosures in Denver Metro - 1/16/12

The Denver real estate market is heating up, interest rates are low (even for investors) and there are some deals to snag!       A bank foreclosure is different than a short sale, you most times get an answer within a week!      Many times if the property is in a prime location, and in good condition, you will have multiple offers!      Some banks are doing improvements and they show pretty well!   In the last couple of months, the median days on market for a bank foreclosure is 62 days and the banks have seen 88.15% … (15 comments)

Postage Stamp Increase - January 22, 2012 - 01/15/12 03:28 PM
Postage Stamp Increase - January 22, 2012
Effective Sunday, January 22, 2012 mailing a first class envelope will cost you an extra penny going from .44 to .45.      Here is the a chart from the United States Postal Service showing the rate changes.


It will be necessary to have a few one cent stamps on hand for mailings.     Post cards and mailings to Canada and Mexico increased a bit more.    
For additional questions - visit the web site.

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Hutchinson Hills - Denver Home for Sale - 01/14/12 11:01 AM
Hutchinson Hills - Denver Home for Sale

 
This large home features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms,  2,201 finished square feet plus another 556 in the unfinished basement.      The Hutchsinson Hills  neighborhood is very popular due to the close proximity to the Denver Tech Center and ease of access to highways and the light rail.
The kitchen has upgraded maple cabinets, tile counter tops and all kitchen appliances are included.     The vaults in this home makes the home feel much larger.      In warmer weather, the covered patio is nice to outdoor activities with family and friends.LISTED AT $319,900!
3977 … (27 comments)

Denver's Housing Market - Fox Business - 01/12/12 11:12 AM
Fox Business did a spot on Denver’s housing market, and why when people move here, they don’t want to leave!    
Here are some reasons WHY people move to Denver - ~ Average age is 31 ~ Low unemployment ~ Foreclosure rate is half of the National average ~ People move here for the life style -            Mountains, fresh air, outdoor sports ~ Median price is $244,100
~ Corporate Business Headquarters relocating to Denver
The housing inventory is extremely low and buyers are finding multiple offer situations.    Investors are happy that the rental rates continue to increase.This was a great piece … (16 comments)

New Construction - Ready to Move In - Lennar @ Sorrel Ranch - 01/10/12 12:40 PM
New Construction - Ready to Move In - Lennar @ Sorrel Ranch
Sorrel Ranch is located North of Smoky Hill off Alexander, minutes from Southlands Mall and the Aurora Reservoir.     There are two Roosevelt models available in Sorrel Ranch, both ready to move-in!The Roosevelt model features 4 bedrooms, and 4 baths plus a study/den on the main level.    

This 2 story home features 2,214 sq feet finished plus the walk-out basement has an additional 1,043 sq feet to expand living space.    
The gourmet kitchen has granite slab counter tops, 42" upgraded cabinets, an island & pantry, all … (9 comments)

W A N T E D -- Flippers in Denver - 01/10/12 10:10 AM
W A N T E D -- Flippers in Denver

This post is not about swimming, dolphins or scuba diving!     Our inventory is so low in Denver, the choices for our first time home buyers are minimal.    When you do find a what could be a good listing for your buyer, there are now multiple offers!  


 
 
This home could be....
 
 
What is Flipping?   (Otherwise known as a Fix N Flip)
Flipping is buying a home that needs work and then sell it once it is remodeled.    The government has extended the seasoning waiver … (13 comments)

Football -- And the Crazy Fans - Thinking of the Barrel Man - 01/08/12 12:38 PM

The football playoffs have started, some teams are already going home, and other teams are playing next weekend.    The Broncos will be playing shortly against the Pittsburgh Steelers, and sure to be a great game.       Just hope we don’t get blown out!   
GO      B R O N C O SFans in cities with football teams that do well, (or even some that don’t) have some absolutely crazy fans.    In Denver we had the Barrel Man, dressed only in a barrel painted for the Broncos.    Tim "Barrel Man" McKernan started this tradition at Bronco games in 1977.     He died at … (49 comments)

Longhorns, Mutton Bustin & the Rodeo - The Stock Show is in Town - Denver, CO - 01/07/12 10:01 AM
Longhorns, Mutton Bustin & the Rodeo - The Stock Show is in Town - Denver, CO


The National Western Stock Show is in town and is celebrating their 106th Birthday in Denver!    Denver enjoyed the parade in downtown Denver on Friday with warm weather featuring longhorn horses, cows, mini cowboys/cowgirls and lots of cowboy hats!    Time to don your cowboy boots and hat!  

There is an abundance of events to choose from in the next couple of weeks, along with the rodeo, the showing of prize horses, cows, hogs and poultry, here are some other fun events:
… (21 comments)

Luxury Home Sales - December 2011 - Denver Colorado - 01/05/12 10:58 PM
Luxury Home Sales - December 2011 - Denver Colorado

 
Sales of luxury homes in the Denver metro area over $1 million increased in December over November by three sales.     Inventory of active listings decreased 19% over the inventory from first week of December.  (inventory is low all over the Denver metro area in all price ranges.)
In the City of Denver the first week of December showed 26 under contract, and first week of January there are 15 in the luxury market.
Sales of luxury homes in Denver of detached single family homes showed a total of 29 … (26 comments)

Locations to Recycle your Christmas Tree in Denver & Aurora - 01/03/12 10:57 AM
Locations to Recycle your Christmas Tree in Denver & Aurora



Your Christmas tree gave you so much joy during the holidays, but now may have a brown look, starting to get very dry and can be a fire hazard.     It is time to turn this brown tree into GREEN.   Be sure to remove all tinsel, ornaments, garlands, stands and lights before recycling.   Only real trees will be eligible.

Denver Residents -
You can now give your once beautiful Christmas tree a second life and recycle it with Denver Recycle Tree program. Denver Public Works Solid … (14 comments)

Every Seller's Goal Should Be To Attract Two Offers - 01/01/12 08:30 PM
When I list a home, my seller and I always have a conversation on motivation.    I do believe it is much less stress for a seller to list for the REALISTIC price.     This way the seller will get offers on their home within a short period of time.   Usually the first offer will be your best!      I always discuss having multiple offers within the first couple of weeks!
 
I have disabled comments, please visit Tamara's blog, she did a great job writing this!
 
Via Tamara Inzunza, CRS, ePro | Alexandria VA Real Estate & Short Sales (McEnearney Associates, Inc. … (0 comments)

Were you drugged by your parents? - 01/01/12 08:19 PM
I know I was raised properly with morals, ethics and drugs were not real prevalent in our schools.    Today, our kids need to be aware around every corner to not get DRUG into that lifestyle.
Laura Sargent gave us a great statement, please go and comment on her blog, as I have disabled comments.
 
Via Laura Sargent ~ Carolina One Real Estate (Carolina One Real Estate):
 
I know my parents were dragged around a bit more than they drug me around but they did move me!  I'm amazed how some people allow their children to be the decision makers … (0 comments)

Winterizing Your Albuquerque or Rio Rancho NM Home. - 01/01/12 08:13 PM
If you live in an area that enjoys cold temperatures (below 32 degrees) you need to think about winterizing your home.    Denver has had an average of 39 degrees in the month of December, and very important to get your home prepared for the winter weather!
 
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Via John McCormack- Owner/Broker REALTOR, e-PRO (Albuquerque Homes Realty * www.AlbuquerqueHomes.com):
Should I Winterize My Albuquerque Home?Winterizing your Albuquerque or Rio Rancho home is a very good idea if your planning on being gone for even a few weeks or months. Winterizing your home helps … (0 comments)

 
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