Council Seeks 9 Month Ban on Building Permits [Aspenization]

by Osman ParvezHeads Up.     Boulder City Council is preparing to vote on another emergency ordinance on Tuesday. The proposed ordinance is below.   Links…

When The Real Estate Commission Calls [Education]

by Osman ParvezHeads up, Realtors.   This is what a Continuing Education (CE) audit looks like.  Just in case you didn't believe it actually happens. Of…

Chocolate Cake for Breakfast? [Gratitude]

by Osman ParvezYesterday, I attended a closing for my out of town sellers.   After we were all done, I got a surprise.   The buyer…

Full Steam Ahead: 1707 Walnut Street

by Osman ParvezFraming is nearing completion at 1707 Walnut Street.  This new 3 story building will feature 26 units and underground parking.   The permit…

Council Looking for Ways to Increase Hobos Downtown

by Osman ParvezThis is a controversial topic.   I'm probably going to offend some people.   I'm still diving in...Last week, the Daily Camera published…

Sunshine, Daydream. A Few Thoughts on Decks

by Osman ParvezThere's nothing like a deck.    It's a place to hang out with family and friends, share a meal, and enjoy the sunshine.…

September 11th

by Osman ParvezOn September 11th every year, I find myself awash in memories.   I think about the people I knew in the towers, the…

Fed Releases Rental Study, Surprises No One

by Osman ParvezCan the next generation afford to buy?     Short answer: not so much. That's one of the not so surprising conclusions from a recent…

End of Summer Boulder Market Wrap Up [Analyze This]

by Osman ParvezReady for another look at market conditions in Boulder?   Straight to the charts...This chart shows total inventory for houses (blue) and condos and…

Goodbye Oliver Frascona, You Will Be Missed

by Osman ParvezBy all accounts, the real estate community suffered a great loss this evening.    Although not yet confirmed, it appears that Oliver Frascona…