On March 6, 2019, the Colorado Association of Realtors® (CAR) announced that Governor Jared Polis signed House Bill-19-1098, known as the “Deeds to Convey Real Property Bill” into law. (Photo: Mari Helin, Unsplash). When I first started selling real estate in 1978, the contract to purchase a home a home was only one page long. […]
Duane's Timely Topics
Duane's compilation of the most relevant topics to real estate today in Boulder.
What’s so special about Special Tax Districts (and Metro Districts)?
A special tax district or metro district is a tool which has been around for years to finance the infrastructure of new subdivisions for urban services such as streets, water/sewer lines and fire protection. First of all, what is a special tax district or metro district? It’s a tool which has been around for years […]
Make the home sale happen with a post-closing occupancy agreement
In the Boulder-area market, possession of a home most commonly happens upon delivery of the deed. In other words, the home buyer hands over the money, the seller hands over the keys, and then the home buyer moves in. This is really the cleanest way for a closing to happen. There is no question who […]
Get a CLUE when buying a home
Most Americans don’t have a CLUE and have never heard of the CLUE database, but if you are a home buyer or home seller, it’s probably a good idea to get a CLUE! (Photo: Bigstock) If you don’t have a CLUE, don’t be embarrassed! Most Americans don’t have a CLUE and have never heard of […]
Are you too old to buy a home?
Many baby boomers never bought a home in their younger years and some baby boomers lost their home in the 2007 to 2012 recession. Baby boomers were born between 1944 and 1964, making them between 55 and 75 years old this year. In the U.S., there are currently 76 million baby boomers. Those baby boomers […]
“Coming Soon” Home Listings
Spring has sprung and real estate “For Sale” signs are popping out of the ground like tulips! Usually a real estate “For Sale” sign is pretty straightforward and announces that a house is for sale. However, with recent market conditions, there has been a trend across the country of “For Sale” signs having a sign […]
Seniors and property tax: Deferral, discount and work program
Did you know there are three different opportunities in Colorado and Boulder County available for seniors to ease the burden of property tax payments on real estate? Senior Tax Deferral Program First is the senior tax deferral program. This is a program offered by the State of Colorado that enables you to postpone the payment […]
The assessments are coming! The assessments are coming!
This May Day, one thing every property owner in Boulder County can depend on is receiving is a newly assessed property value. Since 2019 is an odd numbered year, state statute requires that every property in Boulder County be evaluated for “assessed value”. Notices of assessed value will go out countywide on May 1, 2019. […]
Psychologically Impacted or Stigmatized Homes
When listing a home with a real estate agent, sellers of psychologically impacted or “stigmatized” homes often ask if a seller needs to disclose a something such as a murder or suicide occurring on the property. The answer is not the same across all states, but luckily, in Colorado, we have some guidance from the […]
Relocating? Check the Housing Affordability Index
If you are mulling over the idea of moving and need to compare to a variety of different places you are interested in relocating to, you will no doubt want to assess the cost of housing. The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) makes it easy to make comparisons. NAR has been keeping track of the […]