Run Forest, Run!! The Bolder Boulder 10k, Memorial Day, and Real Estate
The Bolder Boulder has been an annual tradition in our fair city for nearly 50 years. Attracting over 50,000 participants and nearly as many spectators. It’s not just a race, it’s a poignant celebration of Memorial Day. Join Osman and Hamish as they discuss their race strategy, the impact to the city, and some tips for having the best experience possible. In addition, we cover recent closings, including two deals where sellers lost hundreds of thousands of dollars, overall market conditions, and much much more. https://youtu.be/bLmYjMCWoLg The House Einstein Podcast is available wherever you podcast. Hosted by Osman Parvez and Hamish Crabb. [...]
Just Listed: Uptown Broadway Live-work Condo
Welcome to Uptown Broadway, a bright end-unit condo offering privacy, flexibility, and foothill views. https://youtu.be/W_XEAEYUZck Presented by Osman Parvez. Zoned for office use and offering rare privacy, this bright, modern end-unit condo in Uptown Broadway delivers true live-work flexibility in the heart of North Boulder. This two-level, 3-bedroom, 3-bath home includes a spacious lower-level bedroom that doubles perfectly as a private office, studio, or client-facing workspace. Southern exposure fills the main living areas with natural light, highlighting warm wood floors and clean, contemporary finishes. The open-concept kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and ample storage, flowing [...]
Spacious End-unit Townhome in Wonderland Lake
Welcome to 700 Poplar Ave, a spacious end-unit townhome offering privacy, flexibility, and direct access to nature. https://youtu.be/llxQoBv7BNQ Presented by Osman Parvez. Just minutes from downtown Boulder and steps from Lucky's Market, this home offers a rare combination of connection and calm. Set at the edge of a quiet residential loop and backing to a community trail with direct access to City of Boulder open space, it's surrounded by thoughtful landscaping and natural surroundings designed for both hosting and everyday relaxation. Inside, the main level features vaulted ceilings, an updated kitchen with generous storage, and large windows that [...]
How Can Sellers Reduce Risk in a Real Estate Transaction?
With more inventory, buyers have options and greater leverage in negotiations. It’s an open secret that the Colorado Contract to Buy and Sell also strongly favors Buyers, giving them broad rights to terminate the deal. What can sellers do to minimize the cost (lost time, tainted listings) from buyers who flake out, get cold feet, or otherwise abruptly pull out of a transaction due to no fault of the property or seller? https://youtu.be/doajMKaPlIw The House Einstein Podcast is available wherever you podcast. Hosted by Osman Parvez and Hamish Crabb. Intro: "Last month, we had almost 14% of all contracts fall apart, which [...]
The Game Has Changed
What methods and equipment are agents using today for listing photography and videography? In today’s podcast, we’ll take a look behind the smoke and mirrors of listing advertising. Here’s what works and what doesn’t. https://youtu.be/qGG5lcnvyq4?si=c_LzDOgQQtZL8Als The House Einstein Podcast is available wherever you podcast. Hosted by Osman Parvez and Hamish Crabb. Intro: “Video is the closest thing to an in-person tour. A well-produced video can showcase a home’s flow and vibe, hooking buyers before they even step inside.” – Ryan Serhant, real estate broker and TV personality. Recorded Date: 5/7/25 Published Date: 5/11/25 Topics: WELCOME Declare Mission: Entertain, Discuss Real Estate, Help [...]
A Star is Born | Podcast #63
In this episode, we uncover the history of Boulder’s beloved Holiday Star, discuss whether you can fire your agent, and dive into withdrawn and expired listings. Plus, we take a closer look at November’s market data and what it means for buyers and sellers. https://youtu.be/aFt33MGNHpw The House Einstein Podcast is available wherever you podcast. Hosted by Osman Parvez and Hamish Crabb. Recorded Date: 12/11/2024 Published Date: 12/13/2024 Intro: The Monkey Wrench Gang, a group of “concerned citizens”, today admitted the weekend theft of light bulbs from the star on Flagstaff Mountain and left the bulbs at the Daily Camera. - Daily Camera [...]
Tales from the Trenches | Podcast #62
In this podcast, we share recent tales from the trenches and lessons learned from difficult deals. We also talk about the impact of the new 2025 conforming and high-balance loan limits for Colorado and review notable recent sales in Boulder. https://youtu.be/p7COfEmKEv4 The House Einstein Podcast is available wherever you podcast. Hosted by Osman Parvez and Hamish Crabb. Recorded Date: 12/4 Published Date: 12/6 Topics: Welcome Declare Mission: Entertain, Discuss Real Estate, Help You Better the Market Bios (who we are) Disclaimer Call to Action (Contact Us) Review Topics Du Jour The Closing Table Three Inspections, Three Different Outcomes Big Picture: What [...]
BOULDER NOTABLE SALE: 523 Arkansas Mountain Rd
Boulder Notable Sale: 523 Arkansas Mountain Rd | $1.33M We covered the top level overview of this sale in podcast #56. Let’s dive in a little deeper to help sellers understand the risks they face in this market. THE DEAL September 2022: Listed with agent #1 at $1.95M. A nearby home on the same road, about the same size with similar views sold for $2.13M earlier in the year. Likely the seller (and agent #1) were eyeing that sale price and thought it was a good comp. It wasn’t. Not even close. 906 Arkansas is several decades newer, better designed, and arguably more fire [...]
Understanding Buyer Archetypes and Story Marketing | Podcast #59
Understanding the story is a vital component of real estate marketing. A well developed marketing story is built on appealing to specific buyer archetypes while carefully avoiding running afoul of Fair Housing law. The House Einstein Podcast is Boulder's trusted real estate Podcast. We discuss market conditions, local real estate news, notable sales, and so much more. https://youtu.be/6VoLy1ielsg The House Einstein Podcast is available wherever you podcast. Hosted by Osman Parvez and Hamish Crabb Recorded Date: 10/30/24 Published Date: 1/1/24 Topics: Intro: The proposed development will include housing, retail, art studio space, light industrial use and community green spaces, [...]
The Brave New World of Real Estate Commissions | Podcast #58
Agent commissions are on the negotiation table, here’s what is happening in a post NAR settlement world. The House Einstein Podcast is Boulder's trusted real estate Podcast. We discuss market conditions, local real estate news, notable sales, and so much more. https://youtu.be/5MGVnSyUPGo Recorded Date: 10/23/24 Published Date: 10/25/24 Topics: Intro Welcome Declare Mission: Entertain, Discuss Real Estate, Help You Better the Market Bios (who we are) Disclaimer Call to Action (Contact Us) Review Topics Du Jour TELL ME SOMETHING I DON’T KNOW: Topic Du Jour Negotiation over commissions - What really happens behind the scenes Recap: What [...]
4909 Eldorado Springs Dr [Boulder Notable]
BOULDER NOTABLE SALE: 4909 Eldorado Springs Dr | $1.8MThe road leading to the historic town of Eldorado Springs is dotted with luxury homes, many of which back to beautiful open space. Most are on large lots. 4909 Eldorado Springs didn’t back to open space (it’s across the street), but it did feature a whopping 4.23 acres of land. With two buildable lots, one with decent bones for a remodel, the property offered a rare potential opportunity to construct a family compound. This is increasingly important as the demographics of Boulder (and the rest of America) continue to trend upward in age. [...]
What’s New at House Einstein – Dec 5, 2021
Note: The following was published as the introduction to the latest Fresh Listings Newsletter, a review of the most interesting new listings and notable sales in Boulder, Denver, and surrounding areas.What's New at House Einstein?We had four closings this past week, with deals in Denver, Westminster, and Boulder. After multiple offers, our listing on Chinook, the one with the two-story indoor waterfall, closed at nearly $375K over the list price. Credit for that goes to the seller for trusting our advice in how to prepare and market the home. I also want to thank the entire House Einstein team for their support throughout the process [...]
This Crazy Market [Market Update]
The current real estate market is extreme. At House Einstein, we've known this since things opened up after the Covid lockdown. We're market participants. As Realtors, we directly advise buyers and sellers through the real estate transaction process and serve clients from Denver to Fort Collins. First quarter data is now in. Rather than share typical Realtor anecdotes (and hyperbole), let's take a deep dive into the data. As my momma used to say, facts don't lie. The chart above shows the distribution of premium (or discount) paid for single family home transactions vs. the list price. The blue dots represent 1Q20. [...]
How’s the Boulder Real Estate Market, Osman? [Analyze This]
The Boulder real estate market continues to rebound from the Covid-19 lock downs of two months ago. At House Einstein, we've been working with a record number of buyers and sellers. We appreciate your patience as new content has slowed. We're not apologizing. Clients come first. Our advice to our buyers and sellers is based on a detailed analysis of up to date real estate market conditions, similar to what you'll see below, but for their specific property, right down to the street level. Remember: intelligent real estate decisions are based on deep market knowledge. There are no short-cuts. Let's [...]
Boulder Market Plunges [Analyze This]
First things, first. Our job is to help you see through the usual Realtor smoke and mirrors, tell you what's really happening, and help you make a better real estate decision. Straight talk, detailed analysis, and comprehensive service are our competitive advantages. It's why our clients love us. Unlike many real estate brokerages, we're not cheerleaders. We track and analyze the market because it's the best way to advise our buyers and sellers. That's how this blog got started in 2005. It's still what we do today. If you want our take on the latest listings to hit the market and [...]
