Will Interest Rates come down!
I get this question quite often from people who are dipping their toe into the home buying pool. I always start with this comment: My crystal ball broke last week so I am going to need to give you my best guess. Part one: Will interest rates come down (or go up for that matter)? I THINK the answer is yes, but only a bit. If they can go under 6% it will cause a boom in my area. The THINK part of this comes from the potential for inflation. Many countries have tried to play hardball on tariffs, but (because we are the buyer) it is a losing game for countries like Japan, China, … Continue reading...
Taking Care of Your Countertops
No matter what kind of countertops you have, knowing the right way to care for them is essential for longevity. While certain types of countertops have unique maintenance needs, there are a handful of universal truths for keeping counters looking their best. 1. Wipe Up Spills Immediately. Even water can leave permanent marks on certain types of countertops if not wiped up, but it’s important to be especially wary of acidic liquids. These can include wine, vinegar, or orange juice. A damp, non-abrasive cloth will usually do the trick. 2. Protect Them from Heat. Never place a hot plate or … Continue reading...
Selling your house, here are some good tips.
Summertime home sales is the perfect time to have your home stand out among the crowd. Here is some home selling tips for summer listings: Make Sure Your Curb Appeal Is Summer Ready Summer is the time of year to show-off your home exterior. You want potential buyers to smile as they pull up to your house. Keep the lawn lush, flowers blooming and yard well-maintained. By adding some potted plants and cleaning your flower beds, buyers will see how attractive your home is from the outside and will look forward to seeing the inside. Backyards Are Important Too Keeping the yard in the back as … Continue reading...
Cleaning up after a Storm, but wait!
Denver has had a lot of severe weather over the last 2-3 weeks with an abnormal amount of rain and some areas of town has had hail. The first thing you want to do is start cleaning up --- BUT WAIT! First, before you start cleaning up, video or record what damage you have and are dealing with. This will help your insurance company move forward. If you have trees down, but cannot get into your garage --- know that it is important, but take some photos or a video to record what you are dealing with! Another good piece of advice is -- do you have a full … Continue reading...
Wise advice about moving some thing you may not want anymore.
Clearing out junk might sound like a weekend DIY project, but it often turns into being more work than estimated, more time, and more expense than expected. Whether you're preparing a property for sale, cleaning up after tenants, or simply decluttering your own home, hiring a local junk removal service can save time, stress, and even money. As professionals with junk removal,, in Denver and surrounding are JDOG Junk Removal. Phone number 844-438-5364. 1. Skip the Heavy Lifting Large furniture, appliances, construction debris, or other random clutter is not just bulky. These items can … Continue reading...
Moving tips for buyers and sellers
Mention you’re moving to someone, and you’ll likely be met with a commiserating groan. The schlepping of heavy things, the packing and the unpacking, the inevitably broken items … Moving can be quite a pain, but it doesn’t have to be all doom and gloom. Remember how excited you were when you closed on your new home? Try to channel some of that energy to get motivated and organized. Moving can mean a fresh start—the perfect time to take inventory of your things, get organized and get excited about your new space. The best thing you can do is plan ahead. Start making the checklists, … Continue reading...
Selling Your Home Soon? 12 Steps to Maximize the Market
Seller, it's your turn this month. What does it take to get buyers to fight over your home, even in a market with continued sparse inventory? We're talking best-case scenario, where multiple offers are written over list price. Here are suggestions from a Listing Agent's perspective: Be honest about how badly you want to sell the house. If your motivation to sell is tepid, then maybe now is not the time to list. As you will see below, once listed, there is a huge difference between being on the market vs. being in the market. Before you … Continue reading...
Denver and Surrounding area Market report
Below are key market highlights from May 2025 for the Greater Metro Denver area (Adams, Arapahoe, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas, Elbert and Jefferson). Buyers continued to have options as active inventory for both attached and detached properties remained elevated with 12,878 active listings, a 40.62% increase from May 2024. New listings increased to 6,919, a 5.17% increase year-over-year and a 3.55% increase month-over-month. There were 4,135 sold properties (attached and detached), a decrease 3.90% compared to the previous year. The average sales price for detached single-family … Continue reading...
New Buyers items to think about first before buying!
Finding a new home can be exciting. But deciding what you truly wand and need and can afford can be challenging. Making these decisions begin with setting priorities among many different preferences. Basic Criteria : Ideal Price Single family detached, condo or town home. Garage and number of spaces Total Square Footage Number of bedrooms Number of bathrooms Other Home Preferences: Style- Ranch, Two Story, split level Age of home How important is energy efficiency Preferences regarding floor plan (Where would you spend the most time? These are just … Continue reading...