Many Denver home buyers are hoping for a crash. I break down click-baiting Headlines and focus on two major influencing elements of buyer appetite - property values and rates - and the 7 factors that influence what they do in the future, specifically in the Denver market.
Read MoreTheir house in MA was under contract and they had a deadline to move.
The challenge was to help them navigate the market from afar - possibly with the outcome of buying something they’d never seen in person and win in the competitive Denver market with a contingent offer at play. GAME ON!
Read MoreIs it too easy to get a mortgage these days? Is money too cheap? are we heading to another crash? Recent articles about the availability of low down-payment loans and down payment assistance programs are causing concern that we’re returning to the bad habits of a decade ago. Let’s alleviate the fears about the current mortgage market.
Read MoreNest Out West started as a way for Cait to document her own renovation journey. Through the power of instagram and her knack for turning builder-grade homes into stylish spaces, Nest Out West is a fully fledged business, helping Coloradans see what’s possible and bringing their own IG-worthy homes into reality!
Read MoreAt this inaugural Peek & Booze Club event I unlocked the doors of three mid-century modern homes in Englewood’s historic Arapahoe Acres neighborhood for a private VIP tour for 12 people. More events planned in the future.
Read MoreIn this interview series, I chat to Alexis and Everitt of Spaces Winter Park. We throw down on how technology and home design are blurring the lines, what to look out for and the role technology will play in how we live and use our spaces.
Read MoreWhether you're a Colorado 'native' or have just recently moved to town, finding a property in a new area can be overwhelming. With so many sites to gather info from, I've picked 5 of my go-to’s to help you navigate the city's neighborhoods - from school districts, crime reports and what's happening around town. Plus the only home search app you should have on your phone!
Read MoreIf you’ve been putting off buying in favor of renting, this table shows you what you could afford to buy based on the rent you’re paying. It also illustrates the huge impact of interest rates on your buying power. To state the obvious, tick tock, the longer you wait, the more likely our historically low interest rates will rise and the less you can afford to buy.
Read MoreIn real estate, there's a saying that goes like this, “if a property isn't compelling, it's not selling." There are a few things that make a property compelling (or not) - top of mind are pricing, presentation and location. Let’s talk home staging.
Read MoreThe December Denver Metro Market Trends Update has been released and there is quite a lot that can be drawn from the data.
I’ve broken it down in a quick video below
Read MoreSilly season is upon us and whether you get fully engrossed in all things sparkly with more decoration than you can throw an elf at or prefer to let the season quietly slip past you, one thing I love most is gift giving. I've collated my top picks from my fave Denver makers in the 2018 Rootdown Properties Gift Guide.
Read MoreWhen it comes to buying property in a hot property market like Denver, the spoils go to buyers ready to make a strong offer as soon as possible. Top of that list is confirmation from a lender of how much you can actually borrow, and as such, pay for a property. There are two ways to do this. Pre-Qualification and Pre-Approval - here’s the low-down!
Read MoreWhen looking for the perfect place to set down roots, sometimes you choose the neighborhood, and sometimes it (or circumstance) chooses you. Our 70 pound Weimaraner made the process a little more complicated. Here’s what we’re grateful for about the neighborhood that really chose us.
Read MoreDo you ever get confused about the different roles Realtors play in a transaction? As ‘ex-pats’, we certainly were. Now as a licensed REALTOR here in Colorado, I thought I would break down the different brokerage relationships, what they mean and why they’re important. If you’ve never purchased or sold a property, this will come in handy.
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