How to Choose the Right Neighborhood for Your Needs
Location really matters when it comes to real estate, and you want to get a house in a neighborhood that’s right for you. Montrose is a great place to live, work, and raise a family. But some of the neighborhoods are different from others. Depending on your income, the style of house you want, and […]
6 Ways to Get Ready to Sell Your Home
When it’s time to sell your home, you need to be as prepared as possible. That means finding the right real estate agent, but there’s much more to the issue than that. You also need to get the house itself ready, and make sure you’re prepared for what buyers may ask for as you move […]
Will Local Real Estate Rise or Fall? – February Real Estate Stats
Local Market Montrose Colorado’s residential housing market experienced relatively high numbers for January sales. Homes sold for almost 29% more in January 2018 than in January 2017 and we saw 13% more sales last month than a year ago. Are these numbers ramping up due to the unseasonably high temperatures or is it a result […]
What Happened in 2017? – Recap of the Montrose Housing Market
2017 Recap of the Montrose Housing Market The Montrose Colorado real estate market held par with the previous 4 years of growth through 2017. The market experienced price gains of approximately 7% over the calendar year, keeping up with the previous annual gains of 7%, median year-over-year, since 2012. In total, 742 homes sold in […]
Should You Check Your Credit Report Before Buying A House?
When you’re thinking about buying a house there’s a lot to consider. Finances are a large part of that, but while you’re focused on whether you have a down payment and how much the house costs, you might be neglecting something very important. You also need to check your credit report. Even if you’re never […]
Is Refinancing Right for You? 5 Questions to Ask Yourself
When discussing real estate in Montrose, CO, you’ll find it’s almost always more exciting to talk about buying a house than it is to think about the money. Still, refinancing is a topic worth discussing, especially since it can save a significant sum over the years. Those savings could even lead you to a bigger […]
September 2017 – Montrose Colorado Real Estate Market Update
Local Market The Montrose Colorado Real estate market is still in high gear as homes continue to gain in value and sell with minimum days-on-market, reflecting the ever-tightening housing inventory. The marketplace saw a back-to-school lull but picked right back up; 30 homes went under contract in Montrose County September 1st through 8th. They ranged […]
6 Ways to Go Green in Your Home
6 Ways to Go Green in Your Home Whether you’re shopping for a new home or just want to spruce up your old one, lowering your carbon footprint and making your home a little greener is a worthwhile investment. An eco-friendly house is more likely to attract buyers looking for real estate in Montrose, CO, and […]
August 2017 – Montrose Colorado Real Estate Market Update
Montrose Real Estate Market 2013-2017 Historical Recap The Montrose Colorado real estate market has proven resilient with sustained growth trends over the last four years, not only in the number of home sold, but also in home value gains. Homeowners, once underwater in mortgages acquired during last housing peak, have been able to sell at […]
January 2016 Montrose CO Real Estate Stats – Sales & Available Foreclosures
The month of January was an active month in terms of Montrose CO real estate. After a relatively quiet end to the 2015 real estate market, the pace began to pick back up for properties being listed, being shown, going under contract, and selling. There were 60 residential homes that were listed for sale in […]