COVID-19 is only one of the reasons why housing inventory remains low. (Photo: Bigstock). If you have been searching for a home recently, you will observe that there is a shortage of homes for sale. Demand for homes remains high, and with limited inventory, there has been pressure pushing prices upwards. COVID-19 does factor […]
Protect Yourself from Wire Fraud
In 2017 there was a barrage of scams and attacks on real estate transactions by cybercriminals attempting to steal funds from wire transfers. Yes, even right here in Boulder! Cybercriminals have stolen hundreds of thousands of dollars by re-directing wiring instructions in the middle of a real estate transaction. For many victims, their entire life […]
Stay at home and plan your next or first-time home purchase
Shelter-in-place and stay-at-home orders have had an immense impact on our lives. Owning a home and having a place where you feel safe has never been so crucial in recent history. While we are all staying home, it is a great time to get organized to ensure your next home or first-time home purchase goes […]
Should I Buy My First Home with a Friend?
Since home prices have made home ownership prohibitive for many across the county, first-time home buyers are turning to an alternative path to home ownership: purchasing a property with a friend. In many markets it is difficult to buy your first home. In Boulder County, that is certainly the case. Average home prices in […]
Holiday gift giving to first-time homebuyers
Any Coloradan can set up a savings account to be used towards the down payment and costs associated with closing for a first-time home. ‘Tis the season for holiday giving and in 2019, you can give up to $15,000 in cash or assets to another person without having to worry about the federal gift […]