Best Colorado Hot Springs
One of the best things to do for outdoor recreation in Colorado, especially in the winter months, is go to the hot springs. But which one? There are a number of them scattered throughout the state. Some of them are family friendly locations, and others are for adults only. You can choose the kind of […]
Will Mortgage Rates Increase Buyer Interest? – March Real Estate Stats
Montrose Market Coming to an end of the first quarter of 2019, we are continuing to see a slow down in inventory which brings the inevitable price increase. Compared to March of 2018, we have only seen an increase of approximately 3.04% from $246,300 to $254,000 in median home prices. The most drastic issue we […]
Top 5 Ski Resorts in Colorado
Colorado is famous for its great skiing, and with so many resorts to choose from it can be hard to decide which one is the right one. Fortunately, there are some ski resorts that just stand about above the rest for outdoor recreation. Whether you live in Colorado or you’re just visiting, there are Western […]
Slow Down in the Real Estate Market? – February Real Estate Stats
Montrose Market For months now we have been hearing that we are expected to have a slowdown in the local market. This could cause prices to lower and buyers to get a more level playing field with sellers. Has this finally come? Aldo Svaldi with the Denver Post states that “the decline in median home […]
Ready to Buy? – 3 Important Home Inspection Tips
Buying a new home is a huge financial decision, whether it is your first home or your fifteenth. Each investment is unique with its own history, charm, and necessary maintenance. No house is perfect. It’s good to keep things in perspective. However, some homes may appear cosmetically beautiful on the surface, disguising potential safety concerns […]
How Did The Government Shutdown Affect Real Estate? – January Real Estate Stats
Montrose Market The Montrose housing market is still strong with buyers eager to jump if the product and price is right. Recent inventory coming on the market has been priced high, and buyers are willing to wait as they’ve seen price drop trends through the fall and winter. Homes priced at fair market value though, […]
Ready to Sell? – 3 Important Home Inspection Tips
If you’re selling your house, you might be wondering how to prepare for the home inspection process. We all know the perfect home doesn’t exist. A home that has been lived in usually has some damage or needed repairs, and they may not be visible to the untrained eye. That’s why real estate buyers typically […]
What Happened in 2018? – Recap of the Montrose Housing Market
Montrose Market The Montrose real estate market just finished a phenomenal 2018. Although some tapering was felt in the moderate to mid-price ranges mid-year, the number of homes sold in the Montrose region was up 5% from the 2017 calendar year. The median sales price of homes sold in Montrose increased 9.6% in 2018, compared […]
Will the Trend Continue? – November Real Estate Stats
Montrose Market Everyone is asking the same question, how much longer will we continue to see an increase of median sales prices in Montrose? The market is up an approximate 11.4% since this time last year. Many people say there has been a shortage of inventory but we have actually seen an increase of about […]
Retiring to Colorado? How to Find the Right Real Estate Agent
Retirement can be a great time of life. You get to relax and do the things you’ve always wanted to do. A lot of people move to a new location when they retire, and if you’re thinking of moving to Colorado and buying a home, you’ll want to find the right real estate agent for […]