With how hot today’s market is, you may find someone willing to buy your house just through word of mouth before you even have a chance to list it. You may be tempted to try and close the sale on your own to avoid paying commissions to a real estate agent. While it is doable, there are many hoops to jump through in order to have a legal sale and closing. Real Estate agents are trained and experienced in all the different steps and make sure your sale goes through smoothly.
Read MoreWhile some homeowners may be tempted to hold off until spring to list their houses, you should know – homebuyers aren’t waiting. Demand is high today as more people are trying to beat rising mortgage rates. As a result, eager buyers are entering the market or moving their plans up so they can make their purchases as soon as possible.
Read MoreIf you’re planning to sell this year, you’re probably thinking about what you’ll need to do to get your house ready to appeal to the most buyers. It’s crucial to work with a trusted real estate professional who knows your local market to get your home ready to sell. But there are a few things you should consider when deciding what to renovate and update before listing this season.
Read MoreThe housing market will cool off in 2022, but not by much, according to Fannie Mae.
Over the past year, U.S. home prices are up a record 19.8%. You don’t need to be an expert to understand that the current level of growth – faster than the lead up to the 2008 financial crisis – isn’t sustainable.
Read MoreIf you’re thinking about selling your house in 2022, you truly have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity at your fingertips. When selling anything, you always hope for strong demand for the item coupled with a limited supply. That maximizes your leverage when you’re negotiating the sale. Home sellers are in that exact situation right now. Here’s why.
Read MoreAs we move into 2022, both buyers and sellers are wondering, what's next? Will there be more homes available to buy? Will prices keep climbing? How high will mortgage rates go? For the answer to those questions and more, we turn to the experts. Here's a look at what they say we can expect in 2022.
Read MoreIf you’re trying to decide when to sell your house, there may not be a better time than this winter. Selling this season means you can take advantage of today’s strong sellers’ market when you make a move in the Boulder/Denver area.
Read MoreIf you’re thinking of buying or selling, now is the time to have a heart-to-heart conversation with a real estate professional in your market, as things are about to change in an unexpected way.
Read MoreThe moving process can become overwhelming due to the number of items on your move-out checklist. Don’t allow this potentially stressful time to stop you from accumulating the most wealth for you and your family. As a homeowner who’s planning to move in the near future, you can implement the following pieces of advice to build wealth while moving.
Read MoreLooking back, we can see rents rising isn’t new. The median rental price has increased consistently over the past 33 years (see graph below):If you’re thinking of renting for another year, consider that rents will likely be even higher next year. But that alone doesn’t paint the picture of the true cost of renting.
Read MoreIn today’s housing market, the number of homes for sale is much lower than the strong buyer demand. As a result, homeowners ready to sell have a significant advantage. Here are three ways today’s low inventory will set you up for a win when you sell this season.
Read MoreToday’s buyers are motivated to purchase a home this year, and that’s great news if you’re thinking of selling.
Read MoreUnderstanding the rise in mortgage rates and how they affect your purchasing power is important to knowing when you should make a move.
Read MoreThere’s a well-known economic theory – the law of supply and demand – that explains what’s happening with prices in the current real estate market. Put simply, when demand for an item is high, prices rise. When the supply of the item increases, prices fall. Of course, when demand is very high and supply is very low, prices can rise significantly.
Read MoreIf you’ve been in your home for 5-10 years or more, now might be the time to explore your options. Today’s low rates and your built-up equity could provide you with the opportunity to address your evolving needs. If you feel it’s time to sell your home in the Boulder/Denver area, let’s connect.
Read MoreHere are 4 great reasons to consider selling your home in the Boulder/Denver area this fall!
Read MoreFive reasons today’s housing market is anything but normal.
Read MoreWith home prices continuing to deliver double-digit increases, some are concerned we’re in a housing bubble like the one in 2006. However, a closer look at the market data indicates this is nothing like 2006 for three major reasons.
Read MoreHomeowners can use the equity in their homes to pay for home improvement projects, college tuition, medical bills and other expenses. Equity is the calculated difference between the current market value of the residence and the principal balance owed on any loans secured by the property. Home Equity Loans and Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOCs) are two forms of low-interest rate financing. They allow borrowers to access equity without selling their homes.
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