Real Estate News, Tips, & Tricks Where Are People Moving Today and Why? Plenty of people are still moving these days. And if you’re thinking of making a move yourself, you may be considering the inventory and affordability challenges in the housing market and wondering what you can do to help offset those. A new report from Gravy Analytics provides insight into where people are searching for homes and what they’re prioritizing most right now. […]
Market Updates Demand Slows But Deals Still Closing – August 2023 Metro Denver Market Update Pending sales and new listings decreased month-over-month. Active inventory has increased month over month but is down from where it was this time last year. Average days on market stayed the same month-over-month, and closed sales decreased showing that the market has started to slow. August’s vital statistics for all homes – detached single family […]
Real Estate News, Tips, & Tricks First Impressions Matter – Get Your Home Market Ready If you are considering selling your home, there are several things you can do now to make the best first impression on potential buyers. Taking the time to declutter, deep clean and make simple repairs will show buyers that your house and property are well-maintained and ready for a new owner. Increase Curb Appeal A […]
Real Estate News, Tips, & Tricks Pricing Your House Right Still Matters Today While this isn’t the frenzied market we saw during the “unicorn years”, homes that are priced right are still selling quickly and seeing multiple offers right now. That’s because the number of homes for sale is still so low. Data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows 76% of homes sold within a month and the average saw 3.5 […]
Uncategorized Homebuyers Are Getting Used to the New Normal Before you decide to sell your house, it’s important to know what you can expect in the current housing market. One positive trend right now is homebuyers are adapting to today’s mortgage rates and getting used to them as the new normal. To better understand what’s been happening with mortgage rates lately, the graph below […]
Real Estate News, Tips, & Tricks How Remote Work Expands Your Homebuying Horizons Even as some companies transition back into the office, remote work remains a popular choice for many professionals. So, if you currently enjoy working from home or hope to be able to soon, you’re not alone. According to a recent survey, most working professionals want to work either fully remote or hybrid (see below):   This […]
Market Updates Inventory Increases – July 2023 Metro Denver Market Update Pending sales and new listings increased month-over-month. Active inventory has also increased month over month and is about the same as it was this time last year. However, average days on market increased month-over-month, and closed sales decreased showing a slight slowdown in buyer activity. June’s vital statistics for all homes – detached single family […]
Uncategorized The Benefits of Downsizing for Homeowners Downsizing is a popular choice for homeowners when they retire or when their needs change, but with inflation still high, it’s also a way to reduce costs.
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Uncategorized The True Cost of Selling Your House on Your Own Selling your house is no simple task. While some homeowners opt to sell their homes on their own, known as a FSBO (For Sale by Owner), they often encounter various challenges without the guidance of a real estate agent. If you’re currently considering selling your house on your own, here’s what you should know. The […]
Uncategorized Your Needs Matter More Than Today’s Mortgage Rates If you’re thinking about selling your house right now, chances are it’s because something in your life has changed. And, while things like mortgage rates are a key part of your decision on what you’ll buy next, it’s important to not lose sight of the reason you want to make a change in the first […]
Uncategorized Kitchen – The Heart of Home What magical, gravitational pull does the kitchen hold over us all? It’s a combination of things that we’re unconsciously and instinctively attracted to – comfort, familiarity and fond memories. No matter the time of day, the event du jour or the number of guests who grace your doorstep, most often you’ll find friends and family […]
Uncategorized Inventory Remains Low – June 2023 Metro Denver Market Update Pending sales, new listings, and closed sales all increased month-over-month. However, active inventory still remains low when compared to this time last year. Average days on market decreased month-over-month, showcasing that buyer demand remains strong. May’s vital statistics for all homes – detached single family (DSF) and attached single family (ASF) combined – included:   […]
Lifestyle Summer Safety Tips for Outdoor Play When school lets out for the summer, kids will be heading outside more often to climb and swing on the playset, run around in the yard and splash in the pool. But regardless of the outdoor activity, make sure they always use sunscreen and stay hydrated. Of course, while summer is a great time for backyard […]
Uncategorized The Benefits of Selling Now, According to Experts If you’re trying to decide if now’s the time to sell your house, here’s what you should know. The limited number of homes available right now gives you a big advantage. That’s because there are more buyers out there than there are homes for sale. And, with so few homes on the market, buyers will […]
Real Estate News, Tips, & Tricks The Worst Home Price Declines Are Behind Us If you’re following the news today, you may feel a bit unsure about what’s happening with home prices and fear whether or not the worst is yet to come. That’s because today’s headlines are painting an unnecessarily negative picture. Contrary to those headlines, home prices aren’t in a freefall. The latest data tells a very different […]
Real Estate News, Tips, & Tricks Buyer Activity Is Up Despite Higher Mortgage Rates If you’re a homeowner thinking about making a move, you may wonder if it’s still a good time to sell your house. Here’s the good news. Even with higher mortgage rates, buyer traffic is actually picking up speed. Data from the latest ShowingTime Showing Index, which is a measure of buyers actively touring homes, helps paint the […]
Market Updates Still not enough Sellers – May 2023 Metro Denver Market Update Still not enough Sellers – May 2023 Metro Denver Market Update   Pending sales increased month over month. However, new listings, and closed sales decreased. Inventory remains very low as homes are going off the market almost as quickly as they become available.   April’s vital statistics for all homes – detached single family (DSF) and […]
Lifestyle Stylish Illumination to Brighten Your Home Lighting has come a long way since the days of an ordinary square of frosted glass adorning the center of the ceiling. With an almost unlimited range of options, interior lighting today is creative, versatile and every bit as important as the furniture you choose. Inside the home, light serves to helpfully illuminate the spaces […]
Real Estate News, Tips, & Tricks The Three Factors Affecting Home Affordability Today There’s been a lot of focus on higher mortgage rates and how they’re creating affordability challenges for today’s homebuyers. It’s true that rates climbed dramatically since the record-low we saw during the pandemic. But home affordability is based on more than just mortgage rates – it’s determined by a combination of mortgage rates, home prices, and wages. […]
Uncategorized What’s the Difference Between a Home Inspection and an Appraisal? If you’re planning to buy a home, an inspection is an important step in the process. It assesses the condition of the home before you finalize the transaction. It’s also a different step in the process from an appraisal, which is a professional evaluation of the market value of the home you’d like to buy. […]