Expect a Strong Spring Housing Market
RealtorMag explains why it looks like it is going to be a strong spring in the housing market. Summit County is no different. Expect a Strong Spring Housing Market Recent housing and economic reports predict we’ll see solid spring home sales, according to Jonathan Smoke, realtor.com®’s chief economist. Here are some signs: On jobs: “Job […]
Appraisal Volume Rises As Spring Homebuying Season Starts Early
With appraisal volumes rising be sure to get your high country escape while there is inventory in Summit County. Brena Swanson explains why the homebuying season has started early from HousingWire. Appraisal Volume Rises As Spring Homebuying Season Starts Early by Brena Swanson Appraisal volume jumped 8.4% for the week of Feb. 21, marking the fifth consecutive week […]
5 Things Your Accountant Wishes You Knew About Owning a Home
My favorite is “5. Home improvements can lower your tax bill, too.” Jamie Wiebe of Realtor.com outlines 5 very helpful tips accountants wish you knew about owning a home. 5 Things Your Accountant Wishes You Knew About Owning a Home By Jamie Wiebe What’s not to love about tax season? The chill you get when you realize you owe […]
Selling Your Home? Better Make Sure It’s Clean Before Moving Out
Angela Colley of Realtor.com reminds sellers that it is important to leave your home clean and empty for your new buyers. My favorite piece of advice is “Take everything with you.” Selling Your Home? Better Make Sure It’s Clean Before Moving Out By Angela Colley Let’s face it: Now that you’ve found a buyer […]
Land Title Guarantee Company January 2016 Market Analysis
Land Title Guarantee Company January 2016 Market Analysis January 2016 Market Analysis Please note that Land Title data comes from actual recorded transactions at the County Clerk and Recorder’s Office for that particular month. The information is not directly related to MLS data. The data is an unofficial tabulation of Summit County Records that are believed […]
New Construction in Summit County
New Construction in Summit County Summit Sky Ranch Site Plan A lot of people are interested in buying new construction in Summit County, however, there are only a few projects that are currently available. Silverthorne has the most new developments at the moment including Angler Mountain Ranch, Summit Sky Ranch and Rivers Edge. Each builder […]
Owners Have More Equity Than They Realize
The National Association of Realtors explains how Owners aren’t realizing the true equity they have in their home since the market has rebounded. For an appraisal, please feel free to contact me. Owners Have More Equity Than They Realize DAILY REAL ESTATE NEWS | MONDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2016 Home owners are increasingly optimistic about […]
The Pros and Cons of Investing in a Vacation Home
“It is less expensive to stay in hotels in various destinations than it is to upkeep a home, including the hidden expenses of caretaking, overall operations of a home and property taxes,” she cautions. “However, for those that are able to enjoy it, it is definitely worth The Pros and Cons of Investing in a […]
Listing Photos: Your Home’s First Showing
A major part of my aggressive marketing plan for listings is high definition photos. Not only is your home’s online presence the first thing potential buyers see, but it is also what helps the decide whether or not they want to come view the home in person. BRENDON DESIMONE from Zillow.com blog explains why your listing photos […]
Foreclosures Finally Return to Pre-Housing Crisis Levels
Clare Trapasso of Realtor.com explains how U.S. foreclosures have returned to the pre-housing crisis levels. This is another factor that proves the housing market is on the rebound. Foreclosures Finally Return to Pre-Housing Crisis Levels By Clare Trapasso For those who associate foreclosure signs, shuttered homes, and idling cars overflowing with family possessions with the […]
