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Whenever I meet a new client I make it clear to them that I AM NOT A LENDER.  However, great communication with a lender, buyer and agent during a transaction can ensure a smooth transaction and a happy client.  It’s been quite some time since I’ve had a client successfully bid on a HUD foreclosure home.  Here in the local Denver market, the process has changed quite a bit over the last year.  Without getting into details of a deal that almost went WRONG based on bad information from a lender... Read Full Story

If the spring weather is any indication of the summer ahead, then it is likely to be a long and hot summer. The scorching heat, though appreciated by sunbathers, can be murder on our lawns and gardens. A little early prevention is the best way to ensure that your lawn remains free of brown patches, insects, disease, and weeds.In order to avoid a desiccated lawn, start tending your lawn early in the growing season. A strong and healthy lawn is the best way to ward off weeds, insects, and... Read Full Story

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since I’ve posted a blog on WordPress.  Better yet, it’s been a long time since I’ve blogged anywhere.  With the hustle and bustle of life…blogging was not at the forefront of necessities.  My daughter had her 3rd birthday last month.  I’ve been forewarned plenty of times about the sassy 3’s.  She’s definitely sassy.  I cherish every minute of her sassy existence even though it drives me silly at times.  Life is so short.  Just this week I got word of a death of a friend’s mother with whom I... Read Full Story

I can’t take credit for the following information, but I thought it was interesting to read that Denver is one of the top 10 cities where residents can get the most for their money. Cities Where Your Dollar Goes Furthest Money goes further some places in the United States than it does in others. Housing, in particular, has remained most affordable in the South and the Midwest. That’s because of less stringent building, an abundance of land and growing populations in the South, says Daniel... Read Full Story

If there ever were one thing that dissuades people from purchasing a home it would be the necessity to perform a multitude of repairs. After all, who wants to purchase a home and then invest tons of money into repairing the property as well as making the requisite time commitment that such repair work would entail? Now, while this situation may sound dreadful on the surface it is actually a great opportunity for an industrious person. Read Full Story

Even if foreclosure numbers for Colorado are inflated, there’s no disputing that the state is experiencing a softening real estate market, which is bad news for those trying to unload their homes quickly. But some desperate homeowners are discovering they might have an option other than foreclosure. It’s called a “short sale,” and refers to the process of negotiating with a lender or lenders to accept less than what’s owed on a property before the home goes into foreclosure. A short sale... Read Full Story

For Denver the Days On Market range from 70-120 days. The prices continue to be unchanged. Although you will notice that listing price can change from the sold price. In Denver concessions are being given to buyers in this competitive market, which is good for buyers right now to buy homes. It can be advantagous to [...] Read Full Story

For Denver the Days On Market range from 70-120 days. The prices continue to be unchanged. Although you will notice that listing price can change from the sold price. In Denver concessions are being given to buyers in this competitive market, which is good for buyers right now to buy homes. It can be advantagous to both the buyer and seller in the this market. Whether upsizing or downsizing it can be good for buyers right now because they will be able to negotiate on price and ask for down... Read Full Story

Cooling Your Home Naturally Keeping cool indoors when it is hot outdoors is a problem. The sun beating down on our homes causes indoor temperatures to rise to uncomfortable levels. Air conditioning provides some relief. But the initial costs of installing an air conditioner and the electricity costs to run it can be high. In addition, [...] Read Full Story