Denver is 'most improved' U.S. housing market, Businessweek says - Denver Business Journal

Denver is 'most improved' U.S. housing market, Businessweek says - Denver Business Journal

Great news.....As our area never saw the intense highs live other areas, and with some great business's coming to the area, our outlook is great! If you are thinking of making a move...either buying that first home, or moving to a home more suitable for your lifestyle, now is the time. Interest rates are great and prices are still good. Yes, you may have to take a hit when you sell, but you have advantages of being a buyer in this market to make that change you have been wanting to. Contact Kathy if you would like to discuss your situation in detail. 22 years of experience selling real estate in the  Longmont area is an asset and will help guide you in your real estate transaction.

Longmont Real Estate Market Update

Here are the statistics for the real estate market in Longmont for the last 6 months.  This includes single family homes and attached dwellings.  As you can see, inventory (home on the market for sale) is up 15%.  The amount of properties that are under-contract is up 45%!!  Look at the properties that have sold, up 128%!!  Of course, this is based on the last 6 months, so is taking data from December on.  The winter months were not stellar for real estate sales, but this is a great indicator that the market is improving.  A big swing was the home buyer tax credit, which has expired, but interest rates are low and home prices appear to have bottomed out.  Now is the time....if you are a first time home buyer, or looking to move up, down or sideways...take advantage of the great prices and great interest rates!
Contact me if you would like more information.

How to sell your home in today's market

Want to sell your home in today’s real estate market? Let me give you some advice on how to do that, in a timely manner netting you the best price. First of all, find a good experienced Realtor who understands today’s market. (Yes, this would be me!!)


It’s important to have your home show the best it can. This means some good old cleaning….cleaning closets, getting rid or boxing up any extra items that are not essential. You are going to be moving anyway, so pack it up. This also mean going through the kitchen cabinets and organizing. Wash the windows; make the bathrooms sparkle and shine. Don’t forget the garage and basement.

Look at your home from the buyer’s eye. Make it sparkle and shine. Start with the entry way. Buyers need to find the home appealing from the first look, so clean the patio, weed, mow and make the yard look good. If buyers see weeds and a yard that needs cared for, they think of the work it will take. If buyers are interested in a fix up project, then they will be looking at distressed properties and you don’t want that to be your competition.

Here are some good links for staging ideas.
http://www.hgtv.com/decorating/13-home-staging-secrets/pictures/index.html
http://www.realtor.org/library/library/fg303

Price it right….it does not matter what the neighbor’s house is on the market for…what matters is what has SOLD. In today’s market, getting a buyer to write an offer on your house is one part of the sale, the other is making sure it will appraise. Appraisers only use the most resent sales….and it must appraise or the buyer will not be able to get their financing.

Look at homes you are in competition with…spend a few hours with your Realtor and preview these homes. This is your competition and in this market….you must want to stand out.

Remember, Realtors do not get paid until the house is sold and closed. Any Realtor that is willing to negotiate their fee will have the same negotiation skills when negotiating for you!

If you are considering making a move, contact me and I will be happy to provide you with all the information you will need to understand what the market is in your neighborhood.

2019 Terry #2, Longmont CO 80501

New listing and short sale opportunity!!! Ranch style townhouse with main floor laundry, master bedroom has private bath. Full unfinished basement with rough in for 3rd bathroom and future expansion. Private, HOA maintained backyard with additonal storage. 1 car detached garage. Priced at 149,900


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Longmont real estate market update!

Here is the latest information about the housing market in Longmont Colorado for the past year, single family homes. This graph shows improvements in the market….Inventory is up a little, but look at the properties that have sold, up 72% from a year ago and properties under contract are up 69%. These increases have been driven by the Homebuyer tax credit, which expired the end of April. As the year progresses, we will see if this upward swing will continue. I certainly hope it does!!

17635 Silver Fox Ct, Mead CO, 80542

Just listed, a fabulous home on just over 2 acres, 4-5 bedrooms, energy efficient home is priced well at $499,900. High tech wiring throughout. 2X6 construction, Radiant heat in all floors. Open, inviting floor plan with elegant features. Gourmet kitchen with high quality appliances, Cherry cabinets. Master suite offers luxury features such as vessel sinks in master bath, custom shower surround, large walk in closet and washer dryer hook-ups.
Over sized 3 car garage, walk out basement and just amazing views of lake and mountains.
This is a home not to miss!!


Tour 17635 Silver Fox Ct, Mead CO 80542 here.!!
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