It is commonly the case concerning residential real estate that industry insiders stress market realities as favoring either buyers or sellers.Not both. That customary "buyers' market" versus "sellers' market" distinction is currently being stood upside down across a...
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Report stresses upsides for buyers in Denver residential market
Wax and wane. Advance and retreat.That seems to be material gist – the bottom line, if you will – in the most recent report authored by the Denver Metro Association of Realtors concerning the state of the city’s residential housing market. To wit:...
Denver realty report notable for sellers, buyers and investors
Can a local residential real estate market be advantageous for both sellers and buyers at the same time?It can be, indeed, according to the Denver Metro Association of Realtors. That group's recently released report on Colorado real estate indicates that residential...
Key importance of legal due diligence in real estate transactions
It is commonly noted that buying real estate - whether a principal residence, rental housing or commercial property - is the largest single expense ever for most people.That is hardly lost upon careful buyers, who take due precautions during the purchase process to...
What issues can arise with a Colorado residential closing?
Colorado is often spotlighted as a state of exceptional beauty and multiple attractions, making it an obvious lure for purchasers of high-end residential properties. Many such buyers are state residents, of course, but legions of would-be out-of-state and...
Dealing with defects in real estate transactions
Real estate transactions can be tricky, and there's always a potential to find out that the home you purchased was not what you expected. Today, people can avoid trouble from purchases by opting for agreements in which they have an opportunity to have an inspection...
Remember this when buying a vacation home
Buying a vacation home is a luxury that few families can afford, and if you're one of the lucky ones, you could find a lifetime of enjoyment in your vacation property -- or perhaps sell it for a profit one day. However, you'll want to take great care when buying your...
So far so good for Spring home-selling season in Denver
Every Spring, Denver experiences a boom in home sales, and this year is no different. Single-family homes increased in value tremendously last month as buyers and sellers raced to make deals. In February, average home prices were in excess of $500,000, and they...
It’s currently a seller’s market in Denver
The decision to buy or sell a home is never an easy one to make. After all, most Colorado residents will want to sell their homes at the highest value and buy their homes at the lowest value. Aside from finding an eager seller in a buyer's market, or an eager buyer in...
Real estate shock: When your property has an undisclosed defect
When you buy a home, it's a long process. You want to make sure you get the house inspected and that you have a substantial contract that protects you in case defects appear after the sale. On the whole, it's the seller's responsibility to disclose any significant...