Fall is in the Air [Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
And we're back... The autumn real estate market in Boulder is typically slow, especially during the months of September and early October. Fewer buyers shopping means it can be a great time to find a bargain in the rough. Meanwhile, if you're a seller who blew the summer real estate season, I've got some tough talk for you: Take any offer you receive seriously. It's not uncommon for buyers to seek substantial discounts, especially if your property has been on the market for months. A low offer doesn't automatically mean you should capitulate, but you should think long and hard about [...]
Take Me to CHURCH! [Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
More interesting and unusual homes hit the market in Boulder this week. Buyers have their choice of several historic homes in premium locations, at wildly different price points. If you're looking for something a little different, check out the rare and extremely unique converted church in Lafayette. As James asked, have you seen the light? Ready to schedule your showings? Let's go! Remember: Worth seeing doesn't mean worth buying - especially at the asking price. For a private showing, which includes a discussion of valuation, negotiation strategy, and market conditions, call Osman at 303.746.6896. Our goal is to help you make a [...]
Boulder Unicorns: Historic Rooming Houses and Chautauqua Cottages [Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
Oh, my. New listings to hit the Boulder real estate market this week include unique and rarely available properties - from a gigantic historic rooming house to that adorable Chatauqua cottage you've always wanted. In short, unicorns. A landlord is also liquidating a large portfolio of historic rental homes. Want my advice? Don't wait to schedule a showing. The most attractive properties sell very quickly in Boulder and the best will be gone before the weekend is over. Ready to schedule your showings? Let's go! Remember: Worth seeing doesn't mean worth buying - especially at the asking price. For a [...]
Sharp Design and Functional, Fun Homes [Fresh Listings Get ‘Em Hot]
Despite the holiday this week, we found something to offer from nearly every market in the Boulder area. Your options include high-end homes in the Foothills, charming options in Niwot, historic fixer uppers in Lafayette and turn key, affordable family homes in Renaissance. Ready to schedule your showings? Let’s go! Remember: Worth seeing doesn't mean worth buying - especially at the asking price. For a private showing, which includes a discussion of valuation, negotiation strategy, and market conditions, call Osman at 303.746.6896. My goal is to help you make a smarter real estate decision. Sold Listings of Note 40420 Boulder [...]
Grand Estates, Single Family Homes and Entry Level Opportunities [Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
The weekend before Independence Day is usually a slow one in the real estate business, but this week has a little of everything; a rarely available family estate, modest family houses on open space, entry level opportunities for first time buyers, and even a value investment. Given that most buyers will be on the sidelines enjoying their family bbq’s, we strongly recommend you make some time for showings. It could be your opportunity to skip a bidding war. Remember: There is no short-cut. Intelligent real estate decisions are based on deep market knowledge. Call us to schedule a showing. Remember: [...]
Majestic Modern and Historic Charmers [Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
Ooh, la la. This week's listings are spectacular eye candy; from a chic downtown condo to historic family homes on the Hill, from the Granary developer's personal home to a family friendly luxury house in Fourmile Creek. Over 100 listings hit the market this week and as they say in the real estate business, time is of the essence. What's worth seeing? As usual, let's kick things off with a discussion of sales - including some recent bidding wars. Grab your slip-on shoes, it's time to schedule your showings. Remember: Worth seeing doesn't mean worth buying - especially at the [...]
Market Update: Impending Doom or a Soft Landing? [Analyze This]
--- by Osman Parvez As grandma used to say, an Insta tells a thousand words (follow us!). ---- Want to get blog updates via email? Click HERE. Ready to buy or sell? Schedule an appointment or call 303.746.6896. You can also like our Facebook page or follow us on Twitter.As always, your referrals are deeply appreciated. -- The ideas and strategies described in this blog are the opinion of the writer and subject to business, economic, and competitive uncertainties. We strongly recommend conducting rigorous due diligence and obtaining professional advice before buying or selling real [...]
Client Preview: 1003 9th Street [Video]
--- by Osman Parvez A potential client recently contacted me to ask about 1003 9th Street, a listing we featured about a week ago. I went ahead and created a video preview for them (below), a service we offer buyers who are relocating from other markets or otherwise can't easily be on the ground to see the property. It's not likely a great fit for this client, so I'm going to go ahead and share the video with you. In short, 1003 9th Street is a very attractive house given its generous size, elegant historical design and significance, plus a [...]
Summertime, And The Livin’ Is Easy [Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
While the official start to summer is still a few weeks away, in Boulder real estate, it’s already here. The market is in full swing and you simply can’t see every new listing - over 100 new homes this week alone. Time is precious and the most desirable listings are usually under contract within a few days. What’s worth seeing? The following are the best listings to hit the market in the Boulder area. Before we begin, let's start with a discussion of select recent sales to help educate you on market conditions. Remember: Worth seeing doesn't mean worth [...]
Lower Chautauqua or Newlands? Tough Choice [Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
By Osman Parvez ------- Where would you rather live? Lower Chautauqua or Newlands? Pine Brook or Devil's Thumb? Martin Acres, Majestic Heights, or Lower Table Mesa? I've sold homes in every neighborhood in Boulder. Twelve years ago, when inventory was high, my buyers could be very selective. Today, the optimal house shopping strategy is opportunistic. My buyers have found success by being open to possibilities in all Boulder neighborhoods, understanding key differences between locations, and considering each opportunity, as it arises. Ready to write your offer? Good. Now let's get ready for a bidding war. Just remember on thing: Because [...]
Flip or Flop? You Decide [Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
By Osman Parvez ------- It's that time of year. The kids have graduated, flowers are blooming, and house flips are hitting the market. Should you consider buying one? Flippers are driven to maximize profit, which often translates to speed and cutting costs. The longer it takes to complete the project, the higher the carrying cost and the more likely the house will miss the peak selling season. That creates incentives for fast work and cutting corners, but not every house flipper is a hack. We've worked with some who are true professionals with the resources and the expertise to do [...]
The Boulder Market Heats Up [Watch This]
- by Osman Parvez 45% of house sales in the City of Boulder sold for more than asking last month. Meanwhile, inventory of detached single family homes is currently down 22%, year over year. Buyers and sellers in this environment are under high pressure. Not having deep market knowledge on comparable sales, negotiation techniques, and deal norms can be costly. We've seen buyers grossly overpay for marginal property. We've also seen them not even get a seat at the bidding table. We've watched sellers of luxury homes leave hundreds of thousands on the table because they were given the wrong advice [...]
Historic Meets High-End [Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
By Osman Parvez and Sophie Kloor ------- The summer real estate market is alive and well in Boulder! We've been busy helping clients as we guide them through the process of intelligently buying and selling properties. It's supposed to get a bit wet this weekend. Serious buyers won't allow rain to hold them back. In order to be competitive, you need to tour new listings within the 48 hours of them hitting the market. This week, we have an impressive and extensive mix of high-end beauties, both detached and attached, as well as a few entry-level homes and an Old Town [...]
April Market Stats [Analyze This]
April market stats for Boulder, published on our Instagram. Data is for detached and attached dwellings throughout Boulder (including unincorporated areas), on and off the MLS. $/SQFT is the median, not average cost. Rate of appreciation a touch lower, but still strong. Volume is a bit higher. ---- Want to get blog updates via email? Click HERE. Ready to buy or sell? Schedule an appointment or call 303.746.6896. You can also like our Facebook page or follow us on Twitter.As always, your referrals are deeply appreciated. -- The ideas and strategies described in this blog are [...]
Modern Marvels, Tri-Levels and More [Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
By Osman Parvez ------- Over 150 listings hit the market this week. The summer Boulder real estate season has arrived! If you're serious about buying, it's important to focus your effort on the best properties. Attractive listings go quickly. As of this writing, 49.7% of inventory in Boulder is under contract. Priced right, marketed professionally, the best homes are often under contract after the first weekend. What's worth seeing? Each week, we sift through new listings and pull out the most compelling properties. We consider location, design, price, layout, updates, schools, and traffic/commute patterns. Most importantly, we rely on nearly [...]
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We can highly recommend Sophie. Her attention to detail and communication skills are great. Our home was in area that most realtors are not familiar with, but Sophie took extra time to get to know the neighborhood in order to give us quality service. She also brought in a professional photographer to make our home look its best. Even though the listing was in winter, the house sold quickly. With Sophie’s business and people skills, we have no doubt she will be a top realtor in the area.
Osman was a refreshingly honest realtor. He stressed through the entire process that his goal was to make me happy with my home purchase. I greatly appreciated the fact that he never shied away from pointing out the negatives as well as the pluses of different places while leaving the final decision up to me.
