Duane’s top 10 Reasons to explain the housing shortage in 2013 Housing starts are less than needed based on population growth. Builder’s having difficulty starting up again after many trades have left the industry. Population increasing because of immigration and births The echo boomer (kids of the baby boomers) wave is hitting. Boomerang buyers – […]
Boulder CO Housing Shortage!
Just a few short years ago we had excess an excess housing inventory. Now we actually have a housing shortage with the lowest inventory in 10 years! So what happened???? The average homeowner used to move every 5 years. That has changed to 9. New housing starts have not met the demand. Population increasing through immigration, […]
Get a home inspection!
Buying a Home? First, Check for These Costly Problems Buying a home is a hefty task, and with so many things to consider (do I need that extra bedroom? How important is a big yard?), it is easy to get a little lost in the process. There is nothing worse than purchasing a home only […]
Technology can give your home a competitive advantage!
How Technology Can Give Your Home a Competitive Advantage In today’s market, it’s important to make sure your home stands apart from the crowd, sparking buyers’ imaginations and enticing them to make a return visit or a bid on your home. Incorporating technology into the deal is a surefire way to give your property a […]
Downsizing your home!
Is Downsizing the Right Choice for You? Whether you are an adult with an empty nest, recently unemployed, going through a divorce, or even just tired of caring and maintaining for a larger home, it may be time to start the downsizing process. For some homeowners, downsizing may seem like the opposite of what you’ve […]
Green Renovations
5 Innovative Green Renovations Recycling, composting, collecting gray water—these are all ways you can save money and help the environment without leaving your property. However, if you are planning to sell, a few green renovations can go a long way in terms of appealing to buyers. Below are a few green insider tips on eco-friendly […]
Making the most of your Refinance
7 Ways to Make the Most of Your Refinance As interest rates are on the rise, many homeowners are looking to refinance now, before rates push further. While this may be a smart financial decision, it’s important to remember that a successful home refinance is contingent upon a favorable appraisal. A worthwhile refinance all begins […]
Considering a High-End Home? The Time is Now
While you’ve probably heard many negative stories about the real estate market over the past few years, there are many buyers who have actually taken advantage of the current market to great success. For savvy homebuyers, the current marketplace has yielded tremendous opportunity—most notably in the area of high-end or luxury homes. If you’ve always […]
Duane’s Top 10 Real Estate Investment Tips
Have a goal and a plan. This can be as simple as “buy one house a year”. Buy houses for appreciation. Buy Multi-units for cash flow. Buy Real Estate and wait – as opposed to “I could have bought that for…” Never Sell – as opposed to “I shouldn’t have sold that for only…” Do […]
Using Retirement Plan Funds to Invest in Real Estate
When most people think of IRAs, SEPs, 401ks, etc they usually think of investing in the stock market, mutual funds etc. However, using a self directed retirement account, your retirement plan can hold real estate, along with a variety of other real estate related investments. Anyone can use their retirement pl an to invest in […]