The Skinner Team

Market Information

Second Quarter Market Analysis

Summit County Second Quarter Market Analysis  Land Title just published their second quarter statistics for some of the most popular mountain communities.  I think one of the things that surprised me most is that in Pitkin and San Miguel where Aspen and Telluride are, over 50% of the buyers are from out of state.  This […]

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First-Time Buyers Are Slowly Re-Emerging

First-Time Buyers Are Slowly  Re-Emerging I just had the opportunity to read a great article in Realtor Mag that stated about 51% of buyer’s nation wide identify themselves as a ‘First Time Home Buyer’.  This is up from 35% just about a year ago. However, 9% of buyers say they can’t qualify for a mortgage

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Interest Rates

Did you know Interest Rates Are Low Right Now?  Interest rates have been one of the biggest incentives to purchase a home over the last few years.  With interest rates at historic lows, you are able to borrow more money that you would otherwise.  Your interest makes up a huge portion of your monthly mortgage

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What to Know When Going From Renting to Owning

6 Things Renters Should Know in Summit County: When They Go From Renting to Owning 1) Your mortgage can be less than your rent.  That is not always the case but with our extreme rentals rates it definitely can be the case for many people.  When you own a home you will be responsible for

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New Land Listing

New Listing $32,500 Land for sale 1868 Four Seasons Blvd. Leadville, CO 80461 Lots Size: 0.58 Acres Improvements: None Electric: Available Gas: Available Water: Municipal Water Available Sewer: Septic Needed Discover a hidden mountain gem, close to shimmering, crystalline lakes; some of Colorado’s tallest peaks; and charming downtown Leadville. Enjoy the quiet seclusion of being

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