2022 was a very active year for me in Denver real estate. The Denver real estate market in 2022 was intense, fast, constantly changing, and not for the faint of heart. I referred to it as combat by contract during the Spring, which I … [Read more...]
To Buy or Rent a Home, That is the Question
Articles describing the difference between renting or buying a home.
Move Out of the Rental Trap in 2023
If you’re a renter, you likely face an important decision every year: renew your current lease, start a new one, or buy a home. This year is no different. But before you dive too deeply into your options, it helps to understand the true … [Read more...]
4 Reasons Why a House Makes a Home
There’s no denying the long-term financial benefits of owning a home, but today’s housing market may have you wondering if now’s still the time to buy. While the financial aspects of buying a home are important, the non-financial and … [Read more...]
Obtaining a Mortgage Amid Financial Difficulties
It’s no secret that the housing market is hot right now. Demand is high and supply is low, leading to high prices for home buyers. However, in the long term, it’s overwhelmingly a smart financial decision to buy a home as opposed to renting … [Read more...]
Remote Work May Benefit Home Buyers [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights: If your workplace is delaying its return to office plans or is allowing permanent work from home options, that may open up new possibilities for your home search. Ongoing remote work could give you the chance for a … [Read more...]
Buy Now Before Mortgage Rates Increase Even More
Last week, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac jumped from 3.22% to 3.45%. That’s the highest point it’s been in almost two years. If you’re thinking about buying a home, this news may have come as a bit of a shock. But … [Read more...]
Achieve Your Dream of Homeownership
Homeownership has long been considered the American Dream, and it’s one every American should feel confident and powerful pursuing. But owning a home is also a deeply personal dream. Our home provides us with safety and security, and … [Read more...]
111,285 Reasons to Buy a Home in 2021
The financial benefits of buying a home versus renting one are always up for debate. However, one element of the equation is often ignored – the ability to build wealth as a homeowner. According to the latest research from the National … [Read more...]
Homebuyers: Let’s Play ‘Fact or Fiction’ [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights When it comes to the current housing market, there are multiple misconceptions – from what the current supply of available homes looks like to how much houses are selling for. It takes professionals who study expert … [Read more...]
What Is It Like to Buy or Sell a Home in Denver’s Sellers Market?
Whether or not you’ve been following the real estate industry lately, there’s a good chance you’ve heard we’re in a serious sellers’ market. But what does that really mean? And why are conditions today so good for people who want to list … [Read more...]
What Home Price Appreciation Means for Sellers
When you hear the phrase home price appreciation, what does it mean to you? Through context clues alone, chances are you know it has to do with rising home prices. And as a seller, you know rising home prices are good news for your … [Read more...]
How Affordable Are Houses Today Compared to Prior Decades? (1975-2021)
There are many headlines about how housing affordability is declining. The headlines are correct: it’s less affordable to purchase a home today than it was a year ago. However, it’s important to give this trend context. Is it less expensive … [Read more...]
Median Rental Rates Are Now Higher Than Mortgage Payments – Time To Buy A Home
According to recent data from realtor.com, median rental prices have reached their highest point ever recorded in many areas across the country. The report found rents rose by 8.1% from the same time last year. As it notes: “Beyond simply … [Read more...]
Update on Housing Supply and Its Impact on Home Sellers
One of the hottest topics of conversation in today’s real estate market is the shortage of available homes. Simply put, there are many more potential buyers than there are homes for sale. As a seller, you’ve likely heard that low supply is … [Read more...]