The outlook of Colorado business leaders on the state’s economy took a positive turn in the Q2 2024 Leeds Business Confidence Index (LBCI), following two consecutive years of negative business confidence ratings.
This second mortgage program is not for everyone, but it can again be a great alternative to doing a traditional reverse mortgage and a great alternative to doing a HELOC.
Every August in college towns across the country, college students start to return for the fall semester, resulting in a frenzy of real estate activity.
While it’s never easy to be a first-time home buyer, now is the time to pay attention and get rolling to purchase a first home.
Life is full of changes, and each can bring unique challenges, especially regarding housing. Navigating through these transitions doesn’t have to be overwhelming.
Boulder, Colorado continues to rank high as one of the most desirable places to reside, according to U.S. News and World Report 2024 Best Places to Live rankings.
On May 29, The Group Inc. Real Estate opened its eighth office by launching a new Windsor location – at 517 Main Street – another strategic move by The Group to respond to the changing demographics of Northern Colorado.
Historically, June is one of the busiest months for real estate activity, so much so that the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) has celebrated June as Homeownership Month for many years.
When it comes to selling your home, first impressions are everything. That’s why curb appeal — the initial impression a prospective homebuyer gets from the exterior of your home — is so crucial.
The following Northern Colorado home sales were supplied by Colorado Weekly Homebuyers List., 303.744.2020. Listed are the buyer, the property and the amount.
Dealing with community members who do not follow the rules can be difficult, but until your community starts enforcing the rules, things are not going to improve.
Once you’ve decided on an agent to list your home for sale you’ll be required to sign a listing agreement. There are three types of listing agreements commonly used.
Are you concerned about what interest rates are going to do this year? You are certainly not alone, and many people have speculated that mortgage rates will continue to go up this year and possibly even reach 8%. That is where the “optimal rate lock” program with a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) is a fantastic solution. Let me explain.
As mortgage rates rise, it isn’t quite as easy to come up with alternative financing ideas as in “the olden days”! However, there are a few alternatives that are still out there.
With a persistent shortage of houses, rising costs and still-high interest rates squeezing first-time buyers, innovative housing solutions are gaining ground. Two options attracting attention as potential solutions for many in Colorado and nationwide are multigenerational housing and accessory dwelling units (ADUs).
Thanks to a federal lawsuit that was recently settled, the way real estate commissions work will change in July 2024 (pending court approval). If you’re looking to save some money, here’s what you need to know about how commissions work, and how to agree on a rate that both you and your agent can feel good about.
Sears Real Estate proudly announces its 52nd anniversary, marking more than half a century of unparalleled service and commitment to the real estate industry and the community.
One of the most cost-effective renovation jobs you can perform is window replacement. In fact, according to Remodeling Magazine, you’ll realize a nearly 73 percent return on the money you invest in installing vinyl windows.
Considering a move to a new state? It’s essential to assess housing affordability in your desired relocation area.
There’s more than one way to build wealth through real estate. If you’ve been wondering how to expand your portfolio, there are several options you should know about.
Navigating the real estate market we find ourselves in now, characterized by low housing inventory, high buyer demand and volatile interest rates, is challenging for homebuyers. In such a competitive environment, an experienced Buyer’s Agent becomes an invaluable asset, employing specific, tried and true strategies to help their clients succeed.
According to a new MoveBuddha.com analysis more than 50,000 searches for moves planned in 2024, Boulder is the No. 1 top move-to city of 2024 in Colorado.
Colorado ranks near the top of the ‘best states to retire list,’ securing the second spot in the recent analysis by WalletHub. The personal finance site compared the 50 U.S. states across 46 key indicators of retirement-friendliness from financial factors like tax rates and the cost of living to access quality medical care and fun activities.
If you’ve lost your job and feel that you can’t make your mortgage payments, don’t panic. While you decide on the next step to take, keep the following in mind.
Spring may be just around the corner, but the housing market is surging early, as seen by an uptick in new listings and home sales — significant indicators that the dormant housing market is waking up.