First Appraisal Mayhem, Now Rate Spike

by Osman Parvez----At Realty Unique, we've been dealing with tight appraisals since early May because of the Home Valuation Code of Conduct.  Although we haven't…

Podcast: What You Should Know About Sewer Line Replacement

by Osman Parvez----If you're buying a house in Boulder, be sure to get your sewer line inspected. Root intrusion is quite common and full replacement…

Would You Be My Neighbor?

by Osman Parvez---- When our clients are getting serious about a house, we advise them to walk the neighborhood, knock on doors, and see what…

7 Reasons to Love the Post Housing Bubble

by Osman Parvez----"It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of…

Beetle Epidemic

by Osman Parvez----Yesterday the Daily Camera had a piece on the Pine beetle epidemic.From the Camera:"It's started to move into the ponderosa pine and forest,"…

Buy on Value, Not Price

by Osman Parvez----You worked hard for your money.  Here's how to get the most value from your choice of real estate.A long, long time ago...…

Flood for Thought – The South Boulder Creek Floodplain

by Osman Parvez----If you live in Boulder, you've probably grown accustomed to sirens blaring at 10am on the first Monday of every month. They are…

Before You Buy, Check for Meth

by Osman Parvez----What would you do if you found out your home was once a Meth lab and never cleaned up? Some recent home buyers…

Toxic Waste: Mapping Boulder and Beyond

by Osman Parvez----When we help you buy a house, we'll advise you to complete your due diligence before purchasing a property. Typical items we recommend…

Myths and Facts: The Pine Beetle Epidemic

by Osman Parvez----Dead trees. Rust colored mountainsides. A plague that's spreading quickly. These sort of thoughts are giving people in Colorado a fright. Too bad…