A bipartisan group of Senators introduced the Corker-Warner bill (S.1217) on Tuesday. This legislation is comprehensive, bipartisan and detailed beyond what we’ve seen so far. It would remake the role of the federal government in mortgage finance. As you know, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac play a key role in the secondary mortgage market, which is crucial in providing capital for...
According to Department of Numbers as of June 24, 2013 there were about 10,973 single family and condo homes listed for sale in Denver Colorado. The median asking price of these homes was approximately $354,900. Since this time last year, the inventory of homes for sale has decreased by 28.8% and the median price has increased by 18.3%. Is the...
It’s that time of the year and with our dry conditions it seems each passing day a new wildfire is springing up in Colorado. Colorado wildfire victims need our help! Donate today to CRF and help provide temporary housing assistance for moderate to low income families in need. Also, let us know if there are other ways you are assisting...
Team Colorado REALTORS® We've formed a team for Bike MS because we want to experience a great ride and help the National MS Society fund research, advocate for change and help people with MS. We believe in this cause. Can we count on your support? Bike MS is a physical challenge for cyclists of every level, but it’s so much more than...
The recent wildfires in Colorado also threatens to spark a host of fraudulent activities by scam artists. Colorado Attorney General John W. Suthers is warning consumers not to be exploited by these scams and to report any suspicious activity. The type of scams range from fake charity collections, to home repair and construction fraud. Consumer may also have problems with...
As we watch our market recover after many long years, the benefits of attending the CAR Convention seem to be more timely than ever. As those of us who weathered the storm, and stayed in the market can attest, the market has changed dramatically over the past few years. Not merely in terms of production, but in terms of technology,...
Mark your calendars now! Adorna Carroll, a nationally recognized speaker on leadership, will be taking her show on the road in Colorado. She will be presenting a leadership program in Grand Junction July 29th, Colorado Springs July 30th, Denver July 31st and in Windsor August 1st. The program will run from 10am – 2pm in each location, with lunch provided....
Did you miss the webcast on critical issues that impacted the Colorado's real estate industry this year now the 2013 legislative session is adjourned? Listen to the latest webcast and get a glimpse of how hard your volunteer members and CAR staff work every day promoting home ownership and protecting REALTOR interests at our State Capitol. View the Legistlative Reveiw webcast now....
CAR took a neutral position on HB-1225 Concerning the Homeowner's Insurance Reform Act- HB-1225 during the 2013 Legistlative session. This bill creates the "Homeowner's Insurance Reform Act of 2013" and makes a number of changes to the regulation of homeowner's insurance primarily for single-family homes used as a primary residence by the owner. It requires insurers to provide to homeowners's insurance...
Congratulations to all participants of the 2013 CAR Elections. Your fellow REALTORS and associations appreciate your passion and desire to lead the Colorado Association of REALTORS into the future and beyond. The following are the election results for 2014. President- Jolon Ruch President-elect- David Barber Treasurer- Ann Hayes NAR Director- Keith Kanemoto District VP Elects Metro - Debbie Conner Mountain- Jill Masters Northwest- Michelle Martinez Northeast- Terry Lee Southwest- Denise Storm Southeast- Linda Richie ...