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FirstBank’s Assistance Program Helps Federal Workers Skip Payments
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January 22, 2019
In response to government shutdown, FirstBank offers 0 percent interest Like Americans across the country, Coloradans are feeling the pinch of the government shutdown. Paychecks are on hold for more than 800,000 people nationwide and an estimated 15,000 federal workers in Colorado have been forced to go on unpaid leave or have been working without pay since December. As one of the...
Remembering and Honoring Former CAR President, Bill Moore
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January 15, 2019
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of William M. Moore. Moore was a valued and respected member of the CAR family and a legacy and inspiration to many in the Real Estate community. Not only did Moore build and sell more than one iconic Real Estate brand in Colorado, he was a father of two daughters,...
2018 a Year of Contrasts Across Colorado Markets
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January 11, 2019
A strong spring in many markets across Colorado could contradict some reports of a slowing market in 2019 ENGLEWOOD, CO. – January 11, 2019 – 2018 was a year of tremendous contrasts across most Colorado markets, giving both sellers and buyers opportunities to take advantage of ever-changing market conditions, according to the latest monthly market trends data from the Colorado Association...
Holiday Housing Market a Gift to Buyers?
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December 12, 2018
Holiday and seasonal slowdowns combine to create more opportunities, less stress for homebuyers across the state ENGLEWOOD, CO. – Dec. 12, 2018 – Despite the start of the typical seasonal and holiday slowdown in the housing market, median sales prices continued to tick upward while inventory supply and active listings continued to deliver mixed results in markets across much of the state...
Did you know? Home inspectors not regulated by state of Colorado
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December 4, 2018
When it comes to home inspectors, the amount of government oversight varies between states. Colorado is one state that chooses not to regulate home inspectors, meaning it's up to buyers and sellers to do their homework. There are buyers themselves, facing fierce competition and skipping inspections altogether in Colorado. "Unfortunately, I have seen that happen," said Matthew Leprino with the Colorado Association...
Housing affordability at its lowest ever for Colorado markets
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November 13, 2018
ENGLEWOOD, CO. – Nov. 12, 2018 – With a continuation of the typical seasonal slowdown across most of Colorado’s local housing markets in October, overall affordability appears to be taking center stage as median housing prices continue to increase fueled by reduced inventory, an uptick in interest rates, and the median income of potential homebuyers, according to the latest monthly...
CBS 4 Report: Colorado Home Sales Dropped for September
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October 23, 2018
Colorado homebuyers may be getting a touch of relief in seesaw housing markets
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October 10, 2018
http://www.coloradorealtors.com/market-trends/regional-and-statewide-statistics/ ENGLEWOOD, Colo. – Oct. 10, 2018 – Colorado homebuyers may be feeling a little bit of relief as a combination of seasonal and market factors have helped to slow down the fast-paced, over asking price sales and hold steady or even drop the median sales price in many parts of the metro area and state. Yet, some of the state’s...
Colorado’s August housing numbers prove ‘all real estate is local’
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September 13, 2018
August housing reports from across the state reflected the same levels of diversity and at times extreme fluctuations of our Colorado weather at this time of year. For buyers and sellers alike, the message remains the same: understand what the conditions will be like in your neighborhood. While the market reflects springtime conditions in areas like Boulder and Broomfield counties, a...