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Blog Simple Bathroom Upgrades The thought of upgrading a bathroom often brings to mind large-scale renovations, demolition, and hefty price tags. Even projects like replacing a backsplash or repairing tile can be more involved than you might think. However, it’s possible to give your bathroom a makeover without breaking the bank (or your back). Whether you’re looking to just […]
Blog Future of Work This week we had the opportunity to hear a presentation by Ed McMahon who is the Senior Fellow for Sustainable Development at the Urban Land Institute.   He is a leading expert on the future of housing and development in the United States.   He sees that Colorado is positioned to massively benefit from the […]
Blog Relocating for Remote Work As the ubiquity of working from home continues, many homeowners are making the decision to move. Whether the motivation for relocating is to lower the cost of living, to be closer to family, or simply a fresh start, there are various factors to keep in mind when relocating for remote work. Before You Relocate Before you […]
Blog The Benefits of a Pre-Listing Inspection Pre-listing inspections can help sellers better understand the condition of their home before putting it on the market. They can also strengthen a home’s appeal to potential buyers and help to streamline the offer process, which is especially important in competitive markets. However, pre-listing inspections can also open sellers up to added liability. Talk to […]
Blog Working with a Buyer’s Agent What is a Buyer’s Agent? A typical real estate transaction involves a buyer’s agent representing the buyer and a listing agent representing the seller. A buyer’s agent helps the buyer identify potential homes to pursue, advises them on negotiations, and helps navigate any hurdles during the buying process. Once they are under contract, the buyer’s […]
Blog 7 Costly Mistakes in the Selling Process Sellers dream of a flawlessly executed home sale where everything goes smoothly, and they end up with a satisfied buyer. To achieve this ideal end goal, it’s important to be aware of the mistakes along the way that could potentially derail the sale. Mistakes in the selling process come in all sizes, but some can be more […]
Blog Quaint Drake Property! Mountain living at its best! 325 Waltonia Road is a quaint 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom cabin in Drake has so much to offer and more. Picture sitting on the newly refinished deck enjoying your coffee and the sounds of breeze whistling through the trees as the sun comes up or cozying up on the couch […]
Blog New Rate Prediction Windermere’s Chief Economist, Matthew Gardner has made his new mortgage interest rate prediction for 2021. You can see his breakdown of interest rates and other economic factors by clicking on the image below and watching his newest video. By the end of the year he predicts rates will rise to 3.63%.  By the end of […]
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Blog Hidden Valley Ranch! Wonderful Ranch Home in Hidden Valley awaits. 1784 Avery Plaza Street in Severance is a beautiful 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom with several upgrade features you will surely love. The vaulted ceilings allows so much light in the home, keeping everything bright. Wood floors expand throughout the main level. And the kitchen showcases a unique Butcher […]
Blog 96 Weeks Mortgage rates have been below 4% for 96 weeks in a row. Today, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate sits at 3.17%. This is 0.5% lower than January and exactly 1.0% lower than March 2020. Rates recently ended a 31-week streak of being under 3%. Over the last 5 years, rates have averaged 3.8%. Most […]
Blog Turnkey Condo! Location, Location, Location!!! 620 Mathews St 216 Fort Collins, CO is a turnkey condo with 2 beds and 2 baths on the 2nd floor in secure building within walking distance to Old Town and a couple blocks from CSU! This condo has been updated with new flooring, fresh paint and beautiful bathrooms. Relax on the […]
Blog Finding the Right Agent to Sell Your Home Selling your home is a collaborative effort between you and your real estate agent. As you prepare to sell your home, it’s important to find an agent who not only can answer your questions throughout the selling process, but who also cares about the happiness and goals of you and your household, as well. Before You […]
Blog Q4 2020 Colorado Real Estate Market Update by Matthew Gardner The following analysis of the Metro Denver & Northern Colorado real estate market is provided by Windermere Real Estate Chief Economist Matthew Gardner. We hope that this information may assist you with making better-informed real estate decisions. For further information about the housing market in your area, please don’t hesitate to contact […]
Blog DIY Remodeling vs Professional Remodeling Deciding whether to DIY a remodeling project or leave it to a professional is a matter of weighing the risks and rewards, time, and budget. Before you start applying a new coat of paint or go about knocking down a wall, create a plan for your remodel to help you decide which projects you can […]
Blog The Importance of Pre-Approval To set yourself up for a smooth and successful home purchase, getting pre-approved is perhaps the most productive first step you can take. It strengthens your buying credibility, informs your home search, and speeds up the closing process. The Pre-Approval Process  There is an important distinction to made between two important steps of your mortgage application process: pre-qualification […]
Blog Days of Inventory In the residential real estate industry, inventory is typically measured in months. For example, the definition of a “sellers’ market” is when there is less than 4 months of inventory on the market.  Meaning, at the current pace of sales, it would take less than four months to sell all the homes currently for sale. […]
Blog Upgraded Beauty! 121 Ibiza Court is a pristine 2 story home in Water Valley. Home backs to green space with views of Eagle Lake and Park. 4 bedroom, 4 bath home has so much to offer, you will not be disappointed. The chef’s kitchen is a dream with stainless steel appliances, granite and gorgeous finishes. The bonus […]
Blog Double Lumber The price of lumber has doubled in three months. Lumber is just one of several examples of skyrocketing materials costs which are impacting both home builders and home buyers. The cost of lumber is now at a record-level $1000 per 1000 board feet. These rising costs not only add to the sales price of a […]
Blog Yes is the Answer It turns out that ‘yes’ is the answer to the most common questions we hear right now about the market… Do you think more properties will come on the market this Spring?  Yes, the normal pattern in our market is for new listings to be 40% to 70% higher in April versus January.  The peak month […]
Blog Upgraded Beauty! 1565 Monterey Valley Parkway in Severance is move-in ready and full of upgrades! This ranch style home has so much charm, you will not be disappointed! Enjoy sitting in the open living room with vaulted ceilings or cooking in the spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. The finished basement boasts extra elbow […]