fruita: Call me CRAZY, but I'm optimistic - 01/04/10 03:55 AM
That is right. I said it! I'm optimistic of what this new year is going to bring. I was driving around town this morning and I saw the following quote on a couple of bus benches "Bill Gates started Microsoft during a recession". My Grandma always said "Life is what you make of it". So if we don't stand by idle and let life pass us by and if Bill Gates started one of the most successful companies during a recession, what have we got to lose? Then I sit down at my computer this morning and there is a graph … (3 comments)

fruita: Questions I'm Asked On A Daily Basis-Real Estate Market FAQs - 11/24/09 03:07 AM
The following article answers questions I'm asked on a daily basis. I have already given most of you the same answers that are in this article, but it never hurts to hear it again. Feel free to call me if you want more specific answers to our area or to find out the value of your home. Thanks! REALTOR® Magazine-Daily News-Real Estate Market FAQs
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fruita: My Favorite Quote.... - 08/24/09 05:41 AM
....from this article is "It is like going to the mall and everything is on sale." Between the great prices and the $8,000 tax credit there are deals to be made. I'm trying to figure out how I can get the tax credit! I enjoy free money. I enjoyed the following article in that was in our local paper yesterday. Click Here to read-First-time homebuyers find warm, cozy market-Daily Sentinel Article Check it Out!!
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fruita: Mesa County Real Estate Trends For Last 20 Years - 08/14/09 09:59 AM
Let me just start by saying....be prepared to be surprised. The following graphs show how many homes have sold each year in the last 20 years. It is definitely an eye opener. That being said I think we need to learn from our history. If I had a penny for every time one of my parents said.."I should have bought that home on the corner back in '85. It was a HUD home priced for $75,000 and it just sold for $250,000 last month" or "Back in '85 that home was going for $65,000 and my payment would have been around … (0 comments)

fruita: REALTOR® Magazine-Daily News-Census Trend: Fewer Owners, More Renters - 08/11/09 12:00 PM
While I was reading this, I couldn't help but think...It is a great time to start looking for investment property. REALTOR Magazine-Daily News-Census Trend: Fewer Owners, More Renters Shared via AddThis
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fruita: REALTOR® Magazine-Daily News-Uptrend Continues in Pending Home Sales - 08/05/09 03:11 AM
The following link includes statistics for regional areas. The good news that all regional areas showed an increase, Although some area home sales increased more than others. Also, if you haven't owned a home in the last 3 years, you may qualify for the $8,000 tax credit. In order to take advantage of this credit you need to close on your new home before Dec. 1, 2009. Feel free to call me if you have any questions. Thanks! REALTOR® Magazine-Daily News-Uptrend Continues in Pending Home Sales Shared via AddThis
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fruita: REALTOR® Magazine-6 Reasons Why Some Homes Sell - 08/03/09 05:49 AM
In this competetive market you want to make sure your home has the edge. Are any of these reasons hindering you from selling you home? REALTOR® Magazine-Daily News-6 Reasons Why Some Homes Sell Shared via AddThis
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fruita: I Don't Think I Did Too Bad... - 06/29/09 10:07 AM
About 2 months ago (before I switched over to Coldwell Banker), Colorado Homes and Lifestyles Magazine called me and asked me for an interview concerning the real estate market in Colorado, specifically the western slope. I didn't know if anything would come of it, but for those of you that are interested (Thanks Mom!) you can check it our here. My little blurb is on bottom right hand corner of page 54 in the May 2009. Also, they show some homes from the upper-prices ranges available in Grand Junction and we come out looking pretty good!
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fruita: For Those of You Who Don't Know....... - 06/29/09 10:05 AM
I've moved offices and I'm now with Coldwell Banker!!!! I'm very excited about this move! Change is always a bit scary, but the more I find out about my new company, the more excited I get. It is so refreshing to be with a company that is interested and investing in my success as a Real Estate Agent. This in turn makes me a better Realtor. With the tools I have at my disposal I can serve you better and sell your home faster.
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fruita: Yeah! Some Good News - 04/24/09 01:06 PM
The Daily Sentinel recently posted the following article. There has been talk around the office about how things were picking up and I am happy to report we aren't the only ones. Daily Sentinel Article - Grand Junction Home Market Responding to rates, Stimulis
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fruita: Graphs-Grand Junction Real Estate Statistics for February 2009 - 03/27/09 05:11 AM
For February things were still slow, but better. Homes sales increased from 68 to 109 for the entire MLS(Multiple Listing Service). Things are looking a little better for March, however I don't think the volume will come close when compared to the last two years. There was a huge discount in the $300 K -$400 K price range and that is due to one home taking a $53,000 discount. I am seeing the prices coming down on the homes that haven't been updated and if you are willing to do the work some of these homes are great deals.
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fruita: Graphs-Grand Junction Real Estate Statistics for January 2009 - 02/24/09 08:23 AM
January was a slow month. Only 68 homes sold, December had twice as many sales. Also, notice the increase in Seller Discounts. Basically, it means that there were a lot of over priced properties and some corrections were needed. It is more important now than ever before to NOT overprice. The homes that are priced correctly are selling faster and closer to the current listing price when compared to homes that have gradually reduced their price. On the flip side, there are some great deals out there and it is a great time to be a buyer. Especially with the new … (0 comments)

fruita: Graphs-Grand Junction Real Estate Statistics for December 2008 - 02/24/09 08:17 AM
Better than never... Here are the Grand Junction real estate statistics for December 2008
You can see the graphs for December's market statistics at Bringingyouhomeonline - My Blog.
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fruita: Grand Junction Real Estate Statistics for November 2008 - 01/13/09 06:04 AM
November was a pretty slow month, all the way around. Between the uncertainty with the election, stock market, and the economy, people were just a little nervous. December was much better and the general concensus is things are picking up in the real estate world, especially with the low rates.
You can view the graphs here.
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fruita: There is a Reason We Like Living in Grand Junction - 12/16/08 03:57 AM
Grand Junction was recently ranked in the "TOP 20 - Places to Live" according to a study done by Farmers Insurance Group. On top of that, Census data that was released on Monday has our property taxes as one of the least expensive in the state. Grand Junction among Top 20 most secure places to live Property taxes less costly in Mesa County than in 17 other Colorado counties
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fruita: What the New Oil and Gas Rules Mean for Us - 12/14/08 03:15 PM
Well nobody knows for sure how these rules are going to effect us in Western Colorado. I think the national economy will play a part in our future, as well. The oil and gas companies are cutting back, but not pulling out at this time. Homes are still projected to appreciate, just not as fast as we have been used to. So basically things are looking to slow down for a little while, but this isn't necessarily a bad thing. Long-term numbers tell a different story Second-largest gas producer to run half as many rigs locally Rent expected to plateau as … (0 comments)

fruita: Grand Junction Real Estate Statistics for October 2008 - 12/04/08 12:11 PM
I know I'm getting this information to you a bit late this month. Sorry! The good news is that I should have November's Stats in a couple of weeks.
I would encourage you to view the graphs with these statistics at My Other Blog.
The Summary for October 2008 looks like this -
October was a very slow month for real estate in Grand Junction. However after the election business picked up, at least for our office. 159 homes sold. Also, we went from average days on the market(DOM) to average months on the market and that was at 4.2 average … (0 comments)

fruita: The New Oil and Gas Rules Are Expected Out Next Week - 12/01/08 09:29 AM
I've been waiting for the New Rules to finally come out and according to our local newspaper they should be out next week. It will definitely be interesting to see what the new rules are and how they affect the Oil and Gas Industry in Western Colorado. I have included a link to the article below. Daily Sentinel-New Oil and Gas Rules
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fruita: Grand Junction Area Real Estate - 10/12/08-10/18/08 - 10/23/08 03:10 AM
Market Statistics for October 12, 2008 - October 18, 2008- According to our local MLS, there are currently 1,622 active residential listings in Grand Junction, 224 homes are under contract, and 30 homes sold last week. They are broken into areas below-
City Area - 155 active/ 5 sold North Area - 275 active/ 6 sold Northeast Area - 167 active/ 0 sold Southeast Area - 158 active/ 3 sold Clifton Area - 83 active / 4 sold Orchard Mesa Area - 162 active / 1 sold Redlands Area - 234 active / 5 sold Fruita Area - 253 active / … (0 comments)

fruita: Grand Junction Area Real Estate - 10/5/08-10/11/08 - 10/16/08 11:26 AM
Market Statistics for October 5, 2008 - October 11, 2008- According to our local MLS, there are currently 1,650 active residential listings in Grand Junction, 232 homes are under contract, and 31 homes sold last week. They are broken into areas below-
City Area - 157 active/ 6 sold North Area - 281 active/ 6 sold Northeast Area - 172 active/ 0 sold Southeast Area - 165 active/ 3 sold Clifton Area - 88 active / 3 sold Orchard Mesa Area - 160 active / 4 sold Redlands Area - 236 active / 2 sold Fruita Area - 255 active / … (0 comments)