1505 Mapleton Avenue – Historic Downtown Boulder

Welcome to 1505 Mapleton Avenue in Boulder.  This stunning historic Victorian was built in 1952 right in the heart of Downtown Boulder.  A rare, historic beauty with spectacular views of Boulder’s Flatirons and outstanding city views to be enjoyed from it’s south-facing covered, traditional front porch and covered upper porch off of the master bedroom suite. […]

Luxury Home Sales & the Impact of the Stock Market

We’ve been thinking about how the stock market is affected by luxury home sales.  It’s interesting to read this article from CoreLogic.  What are your thoughts? In a recent post, CoreLogic looked at the correlation between the impact on the stock market and the luxury home sales of upper-end properties ($1 Million+ sales price). The report revealed:  “The […]

1590 Linden Avenue-North Boulder Beauty

Welcome to 1590 Linden Avenue in the Melody Heights neighborhood in North Boulder. A home that has been recognized by National Association of Home Builders. With it’s awesome North Boulder location backing to Melody Park, you’ll first notice it’s sweeping views of Boulder and our awe inspiring Flatirons. Organic, open and modern remodeled home, with […]

530 Juniper Avenue

Just west of Broadway in North Boulder, on of the town’s most coveted streets, you will find the newly constructed home at 530 Juniper Avenue.  This amazing 6,802 square foot home features 5 bedrooms and 7 baths and sits on .6 acres of maturely landscaped property. This contemporary farmhouse boasts top of the line materials […]

New Home Sales Up 25.4% Last Month!

According to the latest Census Bureau Report, sales of newly constructed homes soared to new heights in June to a seasonally adjusted rate of 592,000. This marks the highest annual rate in 8 years on new home sales. Trulia’s Chief Economist, Ralph McLaughlin had this to say: “New home sales jumped sharply in June, and marked the […]

2 Tips For Getting The Most Money When Selling Your House

Every homeowner wants to make sure they get the best price when selling their home. But how do you guarantee that you receive maximum value for your house? Here are two keys to ensuring you get the highest price possible. 1. Price it a LITTLE LOW for selling on your terms This may seem counterintuitive. […]

5 Things Your Mortgage Broker Wishes You Knew

The financial side of home buying can sometimes feel like a nightmare. You’re stuck in a calculus final that never ends—and you’ve forgotten the meaning of everything. Here are the 5 things your mortgage broker wishes you knew. PITI (or principal, interest, taxes, insurance)? Prepayment penalties? Contingencies? “Confusing” is an understatement. We’re the first to admit that looking for a […]

How to Buy a Second Home (Hint: It Won’t Be Like Your First!)

So you’re thinking of a second home? You’ve braved the home buying circus before, and have a great place to show for it. You’ve trudged through the open houses, experienced exactly how stressful closing can be, and dealt with legions of moving trucks. And still, a part of you wants something more: an escape in the mountains, a beach cottage, or a pied-à-terre in the […]

5 Most Common Questions About Mortgages—Answered

Not exactly sure how a mortgage works? Don’t feel bad—the average home buyer doesn’t either. The whole process is filled with head-scratching questions, from how big a down payment has to be to why your interest rate isn’t as great as you’d hoped. To help clear up some of your confusion, here are some of the most common questions home […]

7 Outdoor Kitchens That Will Make Your Mouth Water

The outdoors are calling. Loudly. After all, no one wants to be inside when the weather outside is so welcoming. Consider the fate of the indoor chef—closed off and cooped up, chopping, mincing, and broiling away while everyone else is outdoor enjoying a frosty beverage. But it doesn’t have to be this way! Hence, the booming popularity of […]