Fun Facts Corona Rates Interest rates on a 30-year mortgage right now are just about the lowest they have ever been in history. The rate today is 3.45% The lowest-ever in November, 2012 was 3.31% A year ago they were 4.35% So, what gives?  Why are rates so low?  It turns out that the coronavirus is pushing rates down […]
Virtual Tour Gorgeous Patio Home on the Lake! Wouldn’t you love to live in a resort-like, low maintenance golf community right on the water? Look no further! This beautiful well-maintained home at 1509 Waterfront Drive in Windsor provides unobstructed waterfront views, private beach access and an oversized custom System Pavers patio and pergola perfect entertaining or relaxing. Admire the view from the living […]
Buyers How to Handle a Home Inspection For many people, a home inspection is a hurdle that every homeowner must overcome during the process of selling a home, but it’s a useful tool for sellers looking to get the greatest possible value from their home.   Finding Issues When you’re selling a house, a pre-sale inspection can be particularly useful. By uncovering […]
Home Owner Designing Your Home Office Image Source: Canva Working from home is an aspiration for many of us, but to do so effectively takes effort. A disorganized space at home can be just as troublesome as a hectic office. The most disciplined telecommuters will tell you that you need a structured routine and organization in order to be successful. Having […]
Economics 101 Bubble Burst Every so often we will hear a concern that another housing bubble is forming. To help answer that question it’s valuable to look at the reasons that caused the last one. There were three main drivers of the bubble that burst in 2008: Easy Credit – loans were very easy to attain Over-Leverage – people […]
Home Owner What to Consider When Adding to Your Home When dissatisfaction with your current home strikes, it can be exciting to launch into a plan for a new addition. A new living room, bedroom, or more can add value to your home while improving your quality of life. On the other hand, even a modest addition can turn into a major construction project, with […]
For Sellers Staying Safe When Selling Your Home Image Source: Canva Staying organized while uprooting your life and moving from one home to another can feel impossible. There’s also the pressure to keep your home clean and tidy for showings to prospective buyers, but your personal safety is an important consideration as well. When selling your home,  there will be strangers entering your […]
Fun Facts Lovely Stats In honor of Valentine’s Day, here are some Northern Colorado stats we think you will love: Prices are up 3.5% compared to last year Inventory is up 10% which means there is more selection for buyers We just had the most active January in terms of closings in over 10 years Well over 13,000 residential […]
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Buyers Vacation Home or Income-Producing Investment Whether you’re a skier who loves the mountain slopes of Colorado, a lover of the beaches of Southern California, or a potential retiree seeking to escape the snow-laden Northeast for the wide-open, sunny lands of Arizona, there are homes available to meet a wide range of budgets. The biggest decision a potential second homeowner must […]
Fun Facts Supply and Demand Northern Colorado gave us a real-life economics lesson in January 2020. Compared to one year ago… ·         Inventory was down 10% (Supply) ·         Homes under contract went up 31% (Demand) ·         Prices were up 5% (Result) If you would like to see a video recap of our annual Market Forecast you can watch that HERE.
Home Owner Incorporate Pantone’s Color of 2020 into Your Home Classic Blue has officially been anointed Pantone’s 2020 “Color of the Year”.  Pantone says it picked this color because of its ability to instill calm, confidence, and connection as we cross the threshold into a new decade. A dependable color, Classic Blue is timeless, and enduring, making it a great addition to just about any […]
Buyers & Sellers Kick-Starting a Kitchen Remodel Ask a homeowner which room they would most like to improve, and most will point to the kitchen – the starting point for every meal and the heart of the home. Ask those same people why they don’t move forward with a kitchen remodel, and many will say the project seems so overwhelming they don’t […]
For Buyers Affordability Housing affordability is a hot topic especially after the strong price appreciation that has occurred in our market over the last 7 years. Here’s some interesting research on affordability… Each quarter the National Association of Home Builders measures affordability in hundreds of markets across the Country. Their method is to count the number of homes in […]
Home Owner Is it time to downsize? Choosing less space often has to do with a desire to live a life that’s simpler. Whether you’re retiring, want an eco-friendly, low-maintenance lifestyle or your children have moved away, downsizing might be the best option for you. Here are the advantages and disadvantages to consider before making the move and questions to begin asking […]
Loveland Real Estate Beautiful Two Story Home in Loveland! Welcome home to 6342 Sea Gull Circle in Loveland at The Waterfront at Boyd Lake with lake access, boat ramp, sandy beach, park and volleyball! Enjoy relaxing on the back patio next to open space on this quiet street. Beautiful 2 story boasting vaulted ceilings, open floor plan, hardwoods, featuring main floor ensuite master bedroom […]
Economics 101 Rate Forecast Here is our interest rate Forecast for the next year. Our Chief Economist, Matthew Gardner, predicts that rates for a 30-year fixed mortgage will stay between 3.8% and 3.9% for 2020. He doesn’t see rates going above 4.0% until at least the first quarter of 2021. This is obviously great news for buyers as their […]
Housing Trends Refresh Your Bathroom into a Spa With some creative thinking and a few do-it-yourself projects, you too can transform an everyday bathroom into a spa-like experience:   High-end shower head  There are a plethora of shower head options available today that can make even a simple shower space feel like a luxuriating experience.   Heated towel rack  Once out of the […]
Economics 101 Matthew Gardner – Will There Be A Recession in 2020? Windermere Chief Economist, Matthew Gardner, answers the most pressing question on everyone’s minds: Will there be a recession in 2020? Here’s what he expects to see.
Fun Facts Millennial Buyers Millennials often get a bad rap.  One of the myths about Millennials is that they don’t own homes and will be renters forever. Not true!  Especially on the Front Range of Colorado. Based on research by our very own Chief Economist, Matthew Gardner, Millennials make up a significant percentage of all home buyers in Metro […]
Fun Facts Zero Correlation It’s an election year which means that our clients are asking us if election years impact real estate. According to research done by Real Trends there is zero correlation between election years and the number of transactions in the market compared to non-election years. They found that sales were down in 1980, 1988, and 2008 compared to […]