Colorado’s first construction defect law dates back to 2001 when the first version of the Construction Defect Action Reform Act (CDARA) was introduced. Since that time, CDARA has created the framework for how construction defect litigation and arbitration are conducted in the state of Colorado. The state legislature has made several amendments to CDARA […]
Community and Passion Propel RE/MAX of Boulder & RE/MAX Elevate to ‘Outstanding Brokerage of the Year’
RE/MAX of Boulder and RE/MAX Elevate management team — Tom Kalinski, Lisa Wade, Todd Gullette, Jay Kalinski, Duane Duggan (not pictured). RE/MAX of Boulder and RE/MAX Elevate, were together named 2021 Outstanding RE/MAX Brokerage of the Year by RE/MAX International. Boulder County residents know the best when they see it — the best place to […]
Buying college housing Now is the time, Part 1
Every August in college towns across the country, college students start to return for the fall semester, resulting in a frenzy of real estate activity. Because rental housing tends to be tight in most college towns, many families consider purchasing a home for their college student to live in while attending school. It usually takes […]
June is Homeownership Month because homeownership matters
In 2022, homeownership is more important than ever before in the U.S. We live in a world that pressures us to rent everything – and love it. Think about it: we can rent a scooter to get around, we can use an app for car rides, we can rent clothing, we can rent workspace, we […]
Learning to live with the risk of wildfires
The risk of wildfire is a fact of life in Boulder County. A variety of fire prevention resources are available. (Photo: Josh Fields/Pexels). The risk of wildfire is a fact of life in Boulder County. Prior to the Marshall Fire and fires in South Boulder, I’m sure many of us considered wildfire risk an issue […]
Archaeology and Historic Preservation Month in Boulder
The Landmark Designation’s purpose is to honor, preserve, and protect buildings and areas that showcase the past. (Photo: Pexels). Boulder County has a rich history and residents actively want to preserve aspects of that past. Every May, Boulder County’s legacy is honored during Archaeology and Historic Preservation Month. In 1974, the City of Boulder created […]
Fair housing month
Fair Housing Month signifies a continued commitment by Realtors® across our country to expand equal access to housing. (Photo: Pexels). The Fair Housing Act was passed in April 1968. Every April since then, the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) has commemorated its passage with events and education that underscore the need to expand inclusion and […]
The new reverse mortgage – Part 2
Colorado is one of the fastest aging states in the country and Boulder County is also rapidly aging. Reverse mortgages are becoming more popular as baby boomers retire and want to maintain their standard of living. The reverse mortgage is a financial tool, which has helped many over 62 years old. In my previous article, […]
Build your real estate wealth one owner-occupied home at a time
Most people start investing real estate by buying their personal residence. (Photo: Pexels). Most people start investing real estate by buying their personal residence. Yet the majority of Americans will stop there in terms of building their real estate portfolio. This is because when people are motivated to buy their first investment property, they […]
The new reverse mortgage Part 1
When it comes to buying a home, you’re never too old. (Photo: Pexels). The Aging at Altitude Expo was held at the Boulder Jewish Community Center on April 23. One of the sessions at the conference explained reverse mortgages as a financial tool for those who are 62 years of age and over. The […]