The Impact of Homeownership on Family Health

The National Association of Realtors recently released a study titled ‘Social Benefits of Homeownership and Stable Housing.’ The study regarding homeownership confirmed a long-standing belief of most Americans: “Owning a home embodies the promise of individual autonomy and is the aspiration of most American households. Homeownership allows households to accumulate wealth and social status, and is the basis […]

Housing Prices and Where they are Heading in the Next 5 Years?

Housing prices today seem to be in the center of many real estate conversations.  Experts have weighed in on the price of homes and where they may be headed. That is why we like the Home Price Expectation Survey. Every quarter, Pulsenomics surveys a nationwide panel of over one hundred economists, real estate experts, and investment & market strategists […]

How Long Do Most Families Stay in Their Home?

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) keeps historical data on many aspects of homeownership. One of the data points that has changed dramatically is the median tenure of a family in a home.  Ever wonder how long most people stay in their home? As the graph below shows, for over twenty years (1985-2008), the median tenure averaged […]

Buying: 37.7% Less Than Renting in the US

The results of the latest Rent vs. Buy Report from Trulia show that homeownership remains cheaper than renting with a traditional 30-year fixed rate mortgage in the 100 largest metro areas in the United States. Speaking of renting, the updated numbers actually show that the range is an average of 17.4% less expensive in Honolulu (HI), all the way […]

Past, Present & Future of Home Prices

Are you looking to relocate to a new home or purchase a new home?  We think it’s best to understand the past, present and future of home prices.   CoreLogic released their most current Home Price Index last week. In the report, they revealed home prices appreciation in three categories.  The categories ranged from percentage appreciation over the […]

NAR Reports Show Now Is a Great Time to Sell!

The last two major reports issued by the National Association of Realtors (NAR Reports) revealed information that suggests that now continues to be a great time to sell your house. We all realize that the best time to sell anything is when demand is high and the supply of that item is limited. Let’s look at the data […]

Qualify for a Mortgage and have a FICO Score Under 750?

The results of countless studies have shown that potential home buyers, and even current homeowners, have an inflated view of what is really required to qualify for a mortgage in today’s market.   One such study by the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania, revealed that many Millennials have not yet considered purchasing a home, […]

1544 North Street-In the Core of Boulder

This contemporary home, located at 1544 North Street, showcases great views of Boulder’s Flatirons and Foothills without sacrificing privacy or comfort. Located in the coveted Boulder neighborhood of Sunset Hill, just two blocks from Ideal Marketplace – with it’s shopping, restaurants, coffee shops and more and a short six blocks from Boulder’s historic Pearl Street […]

10649 E Goose Haven Drive in Lafayette

Welcome to the luxurious lake-front estate at 10649 E Goose Haven Drive in Lafayette’s coveted Goose Haven Estates neighborhood. Colorado’s amazing back range views are enjoyed from the lake front beach area to the stone covered back patio with fireplace as well as throughout the inside of the estate from many of the rooms. Goose Haven hosts […]