Row of beach vacation homes. (Shutterstock). Brrrrrr! When January hits Colorado, thoughts turn to finding warmth! A ten-degree day tends to spark daydreams of basking on the beach. Throughout the years, I’ve guided many clients toward Realtors® in their desired vacation spots. What I’ve noticed is that Coloradans often seek out sunny island or beach […]
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Duane's compilation of the most relevant topics to real estate today in Boulder.
Give the gift of homeownership: First-time Homebuyer Savings Accounts (FHSA) this holiday season
As the holiday season approaches, you might be considering a lasting, meaningful gift for a family member or loved one. As the holiday season approaches, you might be considering a lasting, meaningful gift for a family member or loved one. In 2023, you have the opportunity to give up to $17,000 without grappling with gift […]
Have you completed your annual real estate checkup?
To monitor and maintain your health, you schedule a physical exam with your doctor each year. To ensure your financial well-being, it is essential to schedule an annual real estate checkup. December is a great time to conduct that review so you can make any adjustments in the year ahead. If you’re not a homeowner […]
Hard money lending for real estate
When you hear “hard money loans,” you might picture money changing hands in a dark alley and rough collection techniques when the loan comes due. However, that could not be further from the truth as hard money lending can be a very valuable and useful tool in many real estate transactions. In the “regular” real […]
Using a vision study to increase the value of your property
The value of real estate is often determined by its potential. When a seller places a property on the market, they often have not done any research as to what the best use of the property might be. Knowing exactly what can be done with a property in the future will often bring added value to […]
Buying a home? What’s the Walk Score, Bike Score or Transit Score?
Nowadays in 2023, more people are working from home. By working from home, workers can avoid commuting, and along with the increase in the price of cars, many are trying to get along without a car in their day-to-day life. Walkable access to daily needs and public transportation are the keys to selling the car […]
If you’re buying or selling a home, consider working with a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS)
To earn a real estate license in Colorado, an applicant must complete a total of 168 hours of coursework covering real estate law and practice, Colorado contracts, trust accounts, legal issues, closings, and practical applications. Colorado has much more stringent educational requirements than other states. Therefore, after agents are licensed and can practice real estate, […]
You might be a real estate professional
If you own several properties, you may want to check with your CPA to see if you qualify – in the eyes of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) – to be classified as a real estate professional. The IRS has a special provision with specific criteria to determine if you qualify as a real estate […]
Buying a Home with a Septic System
Boulder County – Over the years we’ve learned a considerable amount about the impact of septic systems. There is clear evidence that aging, unapproved septic systems have been leaking into our water system. As a result, Boulder County implemented SepticSmart Regulations on September 1, 2008 in order to protect our health and environment. Here are […]
Buying a home? What’s the Walk Score, Bike Score or Transit Score?
Nowadays in 2023, more people are working from home. By working from home, workers can avoid commuting, and along with the increase in the price of cars, many are trying to get along without a car in their day-to-day life. Walkable access to daily needs and public transportation are the keys to selling the car […]