Can you hold your breath for 15 seconds? That’s how long it takes most buyers to decide whether or not your home deserves a closer look. Here are some things you can do to make sure you pass the 15-second test: Read the rest of this entry »
Featured Listing – 944 Eichhorn Dr, Erie, CO
Posted On September 28th, 2010 by Grace | Comments ClosedThis week we are featuring a new listing in Erie, CO from Dan Kingdom, 944 Eichhorn Dr. Dan tells us that this move-in ready home has it all, from upgrades to the yard to the close proximity to the community pool and park. Dan and I sat down and I asked him to tell us a little more….
Weekly Mortgage Update – 9.27.10
Posted On September 27th, 2010 by Gale | Comment (1)Straight Stats
Mortgage interest rates improved slightly this past week as the Fed indicated that it “is prepared to provide additional accommodation to support the economic recovery” at the conclusion of its FOMC meeting. It is implying that it is prepared to purchase more Treasuries to help keep interest rates low if the recovery stalls. Economic data was mixed. August Housing Starts and Building Permits improved substantially, but from weak levels in July. August Existing Home Sales were better than expected but are at their second lowest level since 1997. August Durable Goods Orders were in line with expectations. Excluding transportation orders, though, durable goods orders increased more than expected. Weekly jobless claims increased more than expected and August New Home Sales were weaker than expected.
Boulder Tops Nation’s Best Places for College
Posted On September 14th, 2010 by Grace | Comment (1)According to a study done by the American Institute for Economic Research (AIER), Boulder, Colorado is ranked the number one College Destination in the small cities category. Other Colorado towns to make the list were Denver (Major Metros category) and Fort Collins. AIER ranked 75 cities and towns out of 222 United States metropolitan statistical areas with student populations of 15,000 or more. The category in which Boulder was ranked number one, small cities, was based on 250,000 to one million residents. The evaluation criteria was academic environment, quality of life, cost of living, arts and leisure activities, and professional opportunities. Boulder is home is the University of Colorado at Boulder and Naropa University which both offer many opportunities for all of the criteria listed above. The University of Colorado ranks 34th overall among the nation’s top public universities (US New & World Report’s 2009 edition of America’s Best Colleges) and students are surrounded by the “Smartest Town in America” (Forbes.com) with 56% of adults having bachelor’s degrees.
Weekly Mortgage Update – 9.13.10
Posted On September 13th, 2010 by Gale | Comments ClosedStraight Stats
Mortgage interest rates increased slightly again this past week without much new economic data for the markets to digest. Economic data of note included weekly jobless claims which fell more than expected and the July Trade Deficit which was less than expected. July Wholesale Inventories increased 1.3% on expectations that they would increase 0.4%. Consumer Credit continued to fall in July, down $3.63 billion which was in line with expectations. The Treasury auctioned $67 billion in 3 Year Notes, 10 Year Notes, and 30 Year Bonds this past week which was met with mixed demand from the markets.
Featured Listing – 1916 Spruce St, Boulder CO
Posted On September 9th, 2010 by Grace | Comments Closed
This week we are featuring a completely remodeled historic home in a first-class downtown Boulder location. 1916 Spruce St, Boulder CO is listed by Rob Justis for the great price of $499,900. Complete with with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,320 square feet, this home is a gem. I spoke with Rob to get a little more information….
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FourMile Fire Resources
Posted On September 8th, 2010 by Grace | Comment (1)With the fire in Fourmile Canyon still not contained, businesses and residents in the Boulder County area are reaching out to to help those displaced and those fighting the fire. It’s truly impressive and we could not be more proud to be part of such an amazing community.
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