This is the market trends report for Loveland CO for January 2013: Home Sales 101 homes sold in January 2013, up 42.3% from 71 sales in January 2012, and up 21.7% from December, 2012. 2012 was a much better year for sales activity then both 2010 and 2011, and 2013 is off to a strong start.   Home Prices The Median Price rose 14.6% to $228,000 and Average Price rose 4.8% to $260,000 from December, 2012 levels. While prices tend to move up and down from month to month, depending on specific homes sold in a given month, the trend from the previous two years does show general improvement.   Home Inventory Inventory rose sharply in January, up 49% to 747 homes, and are currently at levels which provide some balance to the market. The Months Supply of Inventory (MSI) has also risen to 7 month... 02/07/2013

Distressed Property: Understanding how to operate in the new norm @ DMAR Denver Metro Association of REALTORS® February 12, 2013, Colorado Foreclosures, 10am-12pm and Short Sales, 1pm-3pm Still need to understand how Foreclosures and Short Sales work? These classes are designed to walk you through the process so that you understand all phases of the processes. Learn the five stages of foreclosures and what to expect when working with Short Sales. Taught by James Browning MRE, broker/owner of the Browning Group LLC and author of six (6) courses (REOCertified®, ShortSaleCertified®, Valuation/BOV Retail & Multi-Family Assets) related to the valuation and disposition of both commercial and residential properties. James has made the valuation of distressed assets in today’s market his specia... 02/02/2013

Here is the real estate market review for Boise Village North Loveland CO Homes for 2012: 55 homes sold in Boise Village North in 2012, priced from $169,900 to $258,322, with a Median Price of $215,057 and an Average Price of $214,693. Average Days to Offer was 119 days and Average Days on the Market was 216, somewhat longer than normal, because these sold homes were almost entirely new construction - for the same reason, the Sale Price/List Price Ratio was at 102%, because of upgrades and options added to the base list price.     Address: Style: Sq.Ft. Bedrooms: Price: Active:               1829  Sagittarius 2 Story 1818 3 $244,900 Pending:               1899  11th Ranch 2072 3 $174,900   1935  11th Tri-Level 1775 3 $194,900   848  Libra Tri-Level 2211 4 $245,000 Sold:               18... 01/23/2013

Here's what happened with Alford Meadows Loveland CO Realty during 2012: Market activity in Alford Meadows was slow in 2012. In spite of the availability of some lovely homes at excellent prices, only 10 homes sold, priced from $249,900 to $718,000, with a Median Price of $327,194 and an Average Price of $369,855. Average Days to Get an Offer was 161 and Average Days on Market was 235. These 10 homes sold for an average of 99.2% of list price, so home values remained stable.     Address: Style: Sq.Ft. Bedrooms: Price: Active:               1385  50th Ranch 3848 4 $270,000   1395  50th Ranch 2534 4 $270,000   1375  50th Ranch 2822 4 $270,000   1285  50th Ranch 2900 5 $305,000   940  Crabapple Ranch 3218 3 $319,700   830  Longspur Ranch 3328 3 $324,700   1270  Crabapple Ranch 3210 4 $340,... 01/22/2013

This is the market review for Mariana Butte Loveland CO Real Estate for 2012: 41 homes sold during 2012 in Mariana Butte, ranging in price from $195,000 to $725,000, with a Median Price of $273,000 and an Average Price of $320,295. The market was sluggish, with the Average Days to Offer at 120 days and Average Days on the Market of 150. But home values remained stable with the Sale Price/List Price Ratio at 96.8%.       Address: Style: Sq.Ft. Bedrooms: Price: Active:               3620  Crestone Ranch 3098 3 $259,900   4425  Twin Peaks 2 Story 2992 4 $259,900   231  Foxhaven 2 Story 2937 3 $259,900   4339  Foothills 2 Story 2588 3 $300,000   4645  Twin Peaks 2 Story 3445 4 $329,900   182  Sweet Clover 2 Story 4001 4 $345,000   5113  Stoneridge Ranch 3752 5 $424,995   542  Deer Meadow 2 ... 01/21/2013

Here is the real estate market review for Hunters Run Loveland CO Realty for 2012: 25 homes sold during 2012 in Hunters Run, priced from $227,500 to $380,000. The Median Price was $318,500 and the Average Price was $313,072. Market performance was good, with the Average Days to Offer at 46 days and Average Days on the Market at 82. And home values were stable, with the Sale Price/List Price Ratio at 98.1%.     Address: Style: Sq.Ft. Bedrooms: Price: Active:               3320  Wray Ranch 4452 3 $320,000   3343  Sedgwick 2 Story 3686 4 $321,500   3418  Tabernash Ranch 4452 3 $338,900   3475  New Castle 2 Story 3372 3 $349,900   3356  Wray 2 Story 3372 3 $349,900   3374  Wray 2 Story 3663 4 $374,900 Sold:               3175  Springfield 2 Story 2284 3 $207,000   3031  Sanford Ranch 3190 2... 01/20/2013

Here are the homes that set the boundaries for sales in Loveland CO during 2012: Most Expensive Home Loveland's most expensive home sold during 2012 was a fabulous horse property on 65 acres, with a 2005 6267 sq.ft. 2 story home with 5 bedrooms and extensive horse facilities, including a 250 X 100 indoor riding arena and a 32 stall barn with living quarters for staff. This home sold for $2,150,000 after 662 days on the market.   Least Expensive Home The least expensive home sold in Loveland during 2012 was a 1152 sq.ft. 3 bedroom ranch-style built in 1975 on a 3774 sq.ft.lot in the Mountain Range Shadows subdivision. It sold for $45,000 after 354 days on the market.   Largest Home At 9780 total sq.ft., with 6561 sq.ft. finished, this 2008 4 bedroom 2 story on a 1/3 acre lot with extensi... 01/17/2013

This is the January 2013 Real Estate Market Report for Loveland CO Realty: December Property sales were 83, down -7.8% from 90 in December of 2011 and -40.7% lower than the 140 sales last month. December 2012 sales were at a mid level compared to December of 2011 and 2010. December year-to-date sales of 1,481 are running 19.1% ahead of last year's year-to-date sales of 1,243. The Median Sales Price in December was $199,110, up 7.6% from $185,000 in December of 2011 and down -6.0% from $211,850 last month. The Average Sales Price in December was $247,976, up 5.0% from $236,160 in December of 2011 and up 2.6% from $241,585 last month. The December 2012 Average Sales Price was at highest level compared to December of 2011 and 2010. The Total Inventory of Properties available for sale as of... 01/05/2013

With 75% of the 2012 in the books, for the most part the entire region is shaping up for the most part a positive year.   In Loveland-Berthoud, the existing home volume slowed a little but continues to be positive with a 10.5% increase over the same period last year. Fort Collins–Wellington volume is steady with a positive 16.1%. Greeley-Evans volume is improving from last month now only down 2.8%. Windsor’s volume is still going strong at a positive 32.2% growth.   Home prices are continuing to improve year over year. Loveland-Berthoud median and average prices are up 9.8% and 8.8% respectively. Fort Collins-Wellington prices are up 5.2% and 4.7%. Greeley-Evans prices are both up 12.4% and 10.4%. I’m still watching Greeley’s down volume and positive.  Finally, Windsor’s median price is... 12/11/2012

The traditional Christmas favorite, Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, will be presented at the Rialto Theatre in Loveland CO, with five shows of Up In Lights Productions' brilliant musical extravaganza, complete with dazzling special effects and a beautiful score. As always, this is a special holiday treat for the whole family. And there is no better venue for this tale than the historic Rialto Theatre, which began its life as a silent movie theatre in 1919 and is now, after a wonderful restoration, Loveland's premiere performing arts venue Showtimes are: Thursday December 20th at 7:30 PM Friday December 21st at 7:30 PM Saturday December 22nd at 2 PM and 7:30 PM Sunday December 23rd at 2 PM Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors or students, $8 for children under 12, and $10 for ... 12/11/2012

Here is the December 2012 Real Estate Market Report for Loveland CO Realty: November Property sales were 130, up 38.3% from 94 in November of 2011 and -7.8% lower than the 141 sales last month. November 2012 sales were at their highest level compared to November of 2011 and 2010. November year-to-date sales of 1,387 are running 20.3% ahead of last year's year-to-date sales of 1,153. The Median Sales Price in November was $211,850, up 3.3% from $205,000 in November of 2011 and down -1.3% from $214,549 last month. The Average Sales Price in November was $239,279, down -3.2% from $247,139 in November of 2011 and down  2.3% from $244,893 last month. The November 2012 Average Sales Price was at a mid range compared to November of 2011 and 2010. The Total Inventory of Properties available for... 12/03/2012

This update is about First-Time Home Buyers being priced out of the market.  I also share some information about house prices in Loveland Colorado in the $150,000 to $220,000 price range.  Contact Nanci Garnand at RE/MAX Alliance for more information at 970-622-1846 or Nanci@SellsRealEstate.com   Jody Jewell and Shelley Baty can also assist you. FREE Marketwatch subscription available at www.LivingInLoveland.com  Receive updates of ALL homes that come on the market in any price range and area that you choose!   11/29/2012

Welcome to MAINTENANCE FREE living in Emerald Glen! Beautiful all brick patio home.  Enter through the formal dining room.  Kitchen is a great room style.  Enjoy cooking while socializing.  Back yard is taken care of by HOA.  2 bathrooms on the main level, one being a shower for easy access in master bedroom.  The basement is finished.  Main floor laundry with sink.  Pre-wired surround system in living areas on main floor. FREE Marketwatch subscription available at www.LivingInLoveland.com  Receive updates of ALL homes that come on the market in any price range and area that you choose! For more information on this home or answers to any of your real estate questions, contact us, The Garnand Team, RE/MAX Alliance, at 970-622-1846, or Nanci@SellsRealEstate.com 11/28/2012

Open Sunday, December 2nd, at 1 pm SHARP!!!  Family sized quiet area in Hunters Run. This great 2-story home has granite counter tops in the eat-in kitchen and new stainless steel appliances.  There is also a formal dining room and office study with glass French doors.  The living room has a gas fireplace and a great place to showcase art.  4 bedrooms upstairs.  The LARGE master bedroom has a 5-piece master bath with a soaking tub.  There is also a great walk-in closet.  How about a central vacuum system!  Fenced back yard and flagstone patio.  3-car garage. Find us by going west on 29th Street at Wilson.  Turn right on Hudson, go one block to Sedgwick and turn left.  Follow around the curve, and house is on the right. FREE Marketwatch subscription available at www.LivingInLoveland.com ... 11/28/2012

On the way to an appointment this morning, I drove down a street I usually avoid, because I really don't like looking at the building pictured above. The sight of it almost makes me physically ill, in spite of the fact that it is a truly gorgeous example of converting an old church into a single family home. The reason for my reaction is simple - that should be my home. In 1988, when I moved to Loveland from southern Colorado, that old church was for sale. The asking price was $40,000, and when I looked at it, I fell in love with it. I talked to my banker - this was back in the days when banking was personal - and he told me that he'd give me an additional $40,000 to convert it. The plan that I had in my head looks almost exactly like the picture. (And I have been inside since it was r... 11/21/2012

Open Sunday, November 25th at 1 pm SHARP!!! Construction is almost complete, but there is some time to add your personal touch if you hurry!!!  This Oakwood plan is a great tri-level that has 3 larger bedrooms upstairs and walk-in closet.  The main living area is open with a great island.  Covered back porch.  The lower level will be finished.  Purchase may be made anytime along the building process. To get here from Hwy 287, go east on 29th Street.  Go right onto Lincoln Ave. and left at first street on the left which is E. 27th Street. FREE Marketwatch subscription available at www.LivingInLoveland.com  Receive updates of ALL homes that come on the market in any price range and area that you choose! For more information on this home or for answers to any of your real estate questions,... 11/20/2012

Build your own home or develop the land as residential, multi-family, mixed use residential, one large estate property, assisted living, business, horses, ranch estate, or...!!  $1,400,000  County Records indicates 25 acres, but it's actually closer to 42!  Located on the east side of Boedecker Lake with wonderful mountain views.  City Utilities are available at the site.  Boedecker is a wakeless lake for fishing and boating. FREE Marketwatch subscription available at www.LivingInLoveland.com  Receive updates of ALL homes that come on the market in any price range and area that you choose! For more information on this great property or answers to any of your real estate questions, please contact us, The Garnand Team, RE/MAX Alliance, at 970-622-1846, or Nanci@SellsRealEstate.com 11/16/2012

Open Sunday, November 18th, at 1 pm SHARP!!!  New construction styled to please!  There's still some time to make you own selections! This Oakwood plan is a great tri-level that has 3 larger bedrooms upstairs.  Walk-in closet.  The main living area is open with a great island, space for a dining room table, and nice entrance.  Covered back porch.  The lower level will be finished. Come take a look - from Hwy 287, go east on 29th Street.  Go right onto Lincoln Avenue and left at first street on left which will be E. 27th Street. FREE Marketwatch subscription available at www.LivingInLoveland.com  Receive updates of ALL homes that come on the market in any price range and area that you choose! For more information on this new home or answers to any of your real estate questions, contact u... 11/13/2012

Open Sunday, November 18th, at 1 pm SHARP!!!  Lovely 2-story with walkout basement and access to Lake Westerdoll as part of the HOA. Enjoy the master bedroom suite with deck and jetted tub.  Main floor office has access to a full beth so could be used as an additional bedroom.  Large, oversized 3-car garage.  Kitchen has custom wormwood maple cabinets, tile and hardwood floors.  Breat southern exposure to enjoy the outdoors.  Circular staircase welcomes you home! To see this great home, take Hwy 34 to Madison, north to Seven Lakes Drive. Turn right into the drive BEFORE Seven Lakes and drive by the houses. If you miss this turn and turn onto Seven Lakes Drive, go around roundabout (exit south).  Home is on left. FREE Marketwatch Subscription available at www.LivingInLoveland.com  Receiv... 11/13/2012

This is the November 2012 Real Estate Market Report for Loveland CO Realty: October Property sales were 140, up 47.4% from 95 in October of 2011 and 12.0% higher than the 125 sales last month. October 2012 sales were at their highest level compared to October of 2011 and 2010. October year-to-date sales of 1,238 are running 16.5% ahead of last year's year-to-date sales of 1,063. The Median Sales Price in October was $214,775, up 8.7% from $197,500 in October of 2011 and down -2.1% from $219,320 last month. The Average Sales Price in October was $245,500, up 3.3% from $237,546 in October of 2011 and down -7.7% from $265,860 last month. The October 2012 Average Sales Price was at highest level compared to October of 2011 and 2010. The Total Inventory of Properties available for sale as of... 11/12/2012