Liar Liar, Bad Comps & Boulder’s Cooling Market
What happens when a seller’s asking price cannot be supported by the comps? We look at buyer leverage, pricing discipline, resale risk and Boulder’s cooling…
Category: Due Diligence
The Hidden Side of Real Estate With Karen Straus
Inspection negotiations can turn a straightforward deal into a second round of conflict. We discuss better contract language, major versus minor repairs, a $75,000 EIFS…
Offers Getting Shopped, Rushed Listings & Market Timing
Why do sellers get rushed to market, and how do buyers get shopped? We discuss negotiation strategy, offer structure, and why slowing down is sometimes…
Living Near Busy Roads, Building Trust with Clients, and Boulder Market Data
What are the real impacts of living near a busy highway? In this episode, we take a closer look at health considerations tied to near-road…
Unethical Negotiations, Costly Mistakes, and January Market Signals
Buying and selling real estate often involves ethical gray areas, and small mistakes can carry serious consequences. In this episode, we focus on the ethics…
The Cost of Waiting, Better Counterparties & Boulder Market Data
How much is a good counterparty worth when a real estate deal gets complicated? We break down a recent transaction, revisit the cost of waiting…
Boulder, Boulder County, Due Diligence, humor, Notable Sale, Old Town Longmont, Podcast, Real Estate, Recent Sales
Boulder’s Luxury Smoke and Mirrors, Price Cuts & Buyer Risk
High-end Boulder buyers are often shown the lifestyle without being fully warned about the risks. We break down development limits, neighborhood changes, luxury pricing, and…
Does the Brokerage Jersey Matter? Brands, Teams & Agent Risk
Does your agent’s brokerage actually matter? We break down real estate brands, team support, and what different brokerages offer agents and clients in today's market.
When to Walk Away in Real Estate + Boulder Market Update & Developments
Walking away from a deal is sometimes the strongest move you can make. In this episode, we talk about when buyers have leverage, how BATNA…
Neighbor Due Diligence, Q1 Bidding Wars, and the SoBo Rec Center Debate
Buying a home involves more than just inspecting the house. In this episode, we focus on commonly overlooked due diligence, especially the importance of meeting…