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As   As we continue to defy the national downward trend, our inventory is growing and qualified buyers are buying. The real value of investment property is realized by those who have the credit to buy. The strength of the rental market has given investors the opportunity to capitalize on the fore...

As of Dec 19 we have about 900 Single Family Detached, with 120 under contract. So of 911 homes only 29 are bank owned/REO, and 10 of those are under contract. There are much higher foreclosure rates East of us, in Weld County.  When staggering numbers of Weld are added.2500 sfd currently on the ...

This is unquestionably one of the most challenging times in the annals of mortgage lending. As such, this communication is the first of a series that will outline how Countrywide®, America's Wholesale Lender® is navigating through this challenging market. Additionally, it is my desire that these ...

According to NAR, our area is NOT a buyers market, or a sellers market. Hmmmm. I think it is a buyers market, but that's just my opinion. 9 out of 10 local agents would agree. That said, our  local job market in Larimer County, which includes Fort Collins and Loveland, has added over 3500 jobs wh...

The foreclosure market in our area has grown and my clients looking for deals are finding just that. With my local knowledge and experience working with banks, I have found some amazing opportunities for investors, and first time buyers alike. I am talking tens of thousands in discounts off of Co...

This graph shows our inventory and the average days to sale. The condo/attached dwelling and commercial markets are not included in this analysis. In my experience the market is experiencing an upswing that can be attributed to seasonal activity. There is an alarming number of short sales on our ...

Commercial Real Estate Index Continues Rise in Second Quarter  I have found a forward-looking index for the commercial real estate market recorded its ninth consecutive improvement in the second quarter, according to the National Association of Realtors®. Released from WASHINGTON, August 21, 2007...

This pie chart is an example of how V-flyer helps you track your pageviews. I post these flyers to craigslist myself, but v-flyer posts them to Trulia, and other sites. This chart indicates the POWER of craigslist for marketing, and exposure. There is no question that there are buyers looking on ...

Unemployment is trending downward, and growth in the commercial sector is chugging along in SE Fort Collins. It really is a great time to buy, as high foreclosure rates have brought down prices and sellers are scared. Plans for urban renewal, and development in North and North West Fort Collins f...

I am just going to list the rest of my recommended books.Non-fiction is my preference, obviously. There are some good ones here!Ready-go.  Fast Food Nation- Eric SchlosserSalt- Mark KurlanskyThe Truth w/ Jokes- Al FrankenThe Great Unraveling- Paul KrugmanReefer Madness- Eric SchlosserCod- Mark Ku...