Troia Team's Blog

This is important whether you're a home buyer, seller, or agent; on July 30th 2009, the new Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HERA) laws will go into effect. And Wells Fargo Bank states that this could impact your closing date, so read on. Click here to read on.

One of our newest listings, 11793 Pleasant View Ridge in Longmont is located within the Elms Meadow Vale Subdivision. Within walking distance to Union Reservoir and Sandstone Park, this 5 bedroom, 5 bath home really stands out with its modern and contemporary upgrades. Conveniently located near ...

When buyers are new to the area, it's always fun to give them tidbits of what's happening in Boulder and Boulder County. As real estate agents, we not only keep up on trends but we also stay informed on the happenings in our city. This week's news in Boulder includes Boulder being rated in the to...

For starters, a renewable retrofit is not only economical and promotes energy efficiency but in Boulder Colorado, it is also trendy. Picture an older home built in the 50's or 60's with its original appliances, outdated insulation, and air leaks. In addition to adding solar panels, retrofitted ho...

For the third consecutive month, pending home sales in Boulder County Colorado have continued to increase. Lawrence Yun, National Association of Realtors, chief economist, said buyers are responding to very favorable market conditions. “Housing affordability conditions have been at historic high...

I recently had the unpleasant experience of dealing with a "For Sale by Owner" seller. My buyer decided that we should look at a house that was listed in Longmont, Colorado. The Sellers representing themselves, paid a fee to have an agent enter the listing on the MLS system. After viewing this ho...

Boulder did it! Just this last Saturday, Boulder Colorado broke the Guinness Book of World Records for the largest bike bell ensemble of all time. My two daughters and I attended and it was hard not to tear up as this was a charity event for a popular teacher in our area who is going through stag...

When considering a move to Boulder County, don't forget the city of Lafayette. It's a great place to live with its' small hometown feel, yet vibrant economy. How about miles of open space and trails - not to mention its parks including Waneka Lake. Founded by Mary Miller in 1888, the town was bui...

"Boulderite" someone who lives and prefers to live in Boulder Colorado,  possibly a liberal on most everything, an environmentally and healthy conscious person,  a  "green living"  focused person,  someone that loves bike to work in the snow,   a person that loves  to run or bike UP the mountain,...

Is the tax credit $8000...... or $7500? It depends on when you bought your new home, of course. Would you rather have to pay back $7500, or not pay back $8000? If you are eligible for the $8000 you don't have to pay back, do you have to wait until 2010, or can you get it in 2009? So many question...