Correction

Correction:   The percentage of sales in Boulder during 2014 that were flipped within 365 and 90 days was incorrect in this morning's blog post.…

Boulder Real Estate’s High End Sales Distribution [Analyze This]

by Osman ParvezIf you're planning to acquire property at the higher end of Boulder's real estate market, caution is warranted. This market is getting very bubbly…

Air BnB CRACKDOWN – Read Between the Lines

by Osman ParvezI've been warning my clients and now it's come to pass. Twenty unhappy owners have recently received "cease and desist" letters from the City…

By the Numbers | December

by Osman ParvezHere's a fresh look at the Boulder market, with data through the end of last month.  45 houses sold during December, 18% for…

Irrational Exuberance Returns

by Osman ParvezYears ago, I was working as an analyst for an investment bank. The bull market was coming to an end and the VIX…

The Risk of Limited Exposure – OFF MLS SALES

by Osman ParvezIf you've been paying attention to Boulder real estate, you've seen the "Coming Soon" signs. What's it all about?Here's how it works. The…

What’s It Worth? FAR LESS Than You Thought

by Osman ParvezAbout a month ago, I told you about a 5325 Hickory Avenue. I asked you to play a game: What It's Worth.  Here…

Best Practices for Bidding Wars [Meetup]

The Boulder real estate market is entering its 4th year of declining inventory. Meanwhile, sales at certain price ranges and in prime locations are setting…

$1MM+ Sales SPIKE [Analyze This]

by Osman Parvez2014 saw a massive increase in high end home sales in Boulder.  Here's the chart you won't find anywhere else:    Within the City…

How to Handle Bidding Wars and Low Appraisals

by Osman ParvezThe WSJ had a recent piece on the impact of bidding wars.   From Bidding Wars Can Lead to Home Appraisal Headaches: If the…