Denver Metro Existing Home Sales

by Osman ParvezThere's an article from the Rocky Mountain News regarding Denver's existing home sales in 2004.Existing Home Sales: $14.9BN, 4% greater than '04. Average…

Tips: Curb Appeal

by Osman ParvezAs I searched through listings here in Boulder the other day, I happened upon a property for sale that could serve as fair…

Bubble Hoopla

by Osman ParvezHere's an article nicely supporting what we've been saying for some time. It seems a CU professor shares our contrarian view on the…

Do You Think There’s a Bubble?

by Osman ParvezDo you think there's a bubble? According to a recent survey of 4,000 consumers, 66% of respondents believe there is. Of those, 58.7…

Pop? What Pop?

by Osman ParvezWhat Pop? Here's an interesting Business Week article noting the surprising strength in housing. It points to still low interest rates, a strong economy,…

Crash!

by Osman ParvezOh no, could it be a real estate CRASH? The New York Times headline today announced a second consecutive month of slowing sales.…

Caution: Coffee is HOT

by Osman ParvezSome readers may notice that over the past few weeks I've added a bit of legalese to this blog. Recognizing the unfortunate prevalence…

Denver and Boulder Foreclosures

by Osman ParvezDenver and Boulder Foreclosures. There's a new piece from the Rocky Mountain News proclaiming an increase in foreclosures in 2005. The headlines scream,…

Transit Village Update!

by Osman Parvez Transit Village Update! The City of Boulder has released a staff memo outlining Planning Board discussion of the Transit Village Area Plan…

Can Buying Save You Money?

by Osman ParvezCan Buying Save You Money? Here's how to save $18,000 to $33,000. Scenario 1: The 3 BR Condo/Townhome. There are currently 51 attached…