On March 6, 2019, the Colorado Association of Realtors® (CAR) announced that Governor Jared Polis signed House Bill-19-1098, known as the “Deeds to Convey Real Property Bill” into law. (Photo: Mari Helin, Unsplash). When I first started selling real estate in 1978, the contract to purchase a home a home was only one page long. […]
Where does Boulder’s Water Come From?
Boulder looks to three major sources of water: Barker Reservoir, Silver Lake/ Lakewood Watershed and Boulder Reservoir. (Map courtesy: RE/MAX of Boulder). If you drive up Flagstaff Mountain and look across the sea of homes on the eastern Colorado plains, the striking view will compel you to ask, “where is the water supply coming from […]
What’s so special about Special Tax Districts (and Metro Districts)?
A special tax district or metro district is a tool which has been around for years to finance the infrastructure of new subdivisions for urban services such as streets, water/sewer lines and fire protection. First of all, what is a special tax district or metro district? It’s a tool which has been around for years […]
The Annual Migration of the Snowbirds
Snowbirds move to a warmer southern state in the winter. Then when things heat up down south in the summer, the snowbirds migrate back to northern climes. (Photo: Unsplash). A “snowbird” is defined as a Northerner who has two homes. Snowbirds move to a warmer southern state in the winter. Then when things heat up […]
Make the home sale happen with a post-closing occupancy agreement
In the Boulder-area market, possession of a home most commonly happens upon delivery of the deed. In other words, the home buyer hands over the money, the seller hands over the keys, and then the home buyer moves in. This is really the cleanest way for a closing to happen. There is no question who […]
April 2019 – Attached Dwellings Housing Statistics for Boulder County
April 2019 – Single Family Housing Market Statistics for Boulder County
May is Archaeology and Historic Preservation Month in Boulder County
Every May, Boulder County’s legacy is honored during Archaeology and Historic Preservation Month, which features talks, exhibits, photography, historic walk, community clean up, and workshops for the community. (Photo: Unsplash). 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 […]
Get a CLUE when buying a home
Most Americans don’t have a CLUE and have never heard of the CLUE database, but if you are a home buyer or home seller, it’s probably a good idea to get a CLUE! (Photo: Bigstock) If you don’t have a CLUE, don’t be embarrassed! Most Americans don’t have a CLUE and have never heard of […]
Check out Scott Ptach’s Latest Article in the Mountain Ear Newspaper!
https://themtnear.com/2019/04/net-migration-to-colorado/