A Return to ‘Normal’? The State of Real Estate in 2022
By Hadley Ott in Colorado Real Estate, Events and News in Denver, FAQ's, Selecting a Realtor, Tips For Homeowners onRead moreLast year was one for the real estate history books. The pandemic helped usher in a buying frenzy that caused home prices to soar nationwide by a record 19.9% between August 2020 and August 2021.1 However, there were signs in the fourth quarter that the red-hot housing market was beginning to simmer down. In the month of October, only 60.3%
20 Unique Home Gifts for Every Person on Your List
Read moreEvery year, it seems the holidays sneak up on us—and every year, that brings with it the dreaded last-minute gift panic. Finding a present that hits all the right notes can be surprisingly stressful, even when it comes to people you’ve known for years. But have no fear! We’ve lined up a list of unique gifts for every “type” on
New Build or Existing Home: Which One Is Right for You?
By Hadley Ott in Uncategorized onRead moreHomebuyers today are facing a huge dilemma. There simply aren’t enough homes for sale.1 Nationwide, there were 1.27 million active listings in September, down 13% from the previous year. According to the National Association of Realtors, that’s about 2.4 months of inventory, which is far less than the six months that is generally needed to strike a healthy balance between
Moving to a New Area? Consider Meeting the Neighbors First!
Read moreAre you moving into a new area you are not as familiar with? Or are you moving to a new state altogether? We always recommend meeting neighbors, when available, before investing in an area to ensure your expectations are in alignment with the overall decision. Drive by on a weekend daytime while they are out working in the yard. Drive
Shut Down Home Intruders With These 7 Safety Strategies
By Hadley Ott in Tips For Homeowners onRead moreAccording to the FBI, more than one million burglaries are committed in the United States each year, with victims suffering an estimated $3 billion in combined property losses.1 Fortunately, there are some proven tactics you can use to decrease your likelihood of a home invasion. Most burglars won’t go to extreme lengths to enter a residence. They are looking for
Top 5 Reasons Buyers Quit House Hunting
Read moreBased on several reports I’ve recently reviewed, I’m seeing the following to be the top five reasons Buyer’s are calling off their house hunting…at least for now. It is no secret the market has been more competitive than we could have ever anticipated amidst a global pandemic. Buyers have had to step up to the plate like never before and