Does Brand Really Matter? | Podcast #64
Does the name and brand of a real estate brokerage really matter? Join Osman and Hamish as they discuss Compass’s $444 million dollar acquisition of Christie’s International and brand positioning of other brokerages in the industry. https://youtu.be/r2yfCumPcCo The House Einstein Podcast is available wherever you podcast. Hosted by Osman Parvez and Hamish Crabb. Recorded Date: 12/18/24 Published Date: 12/20/24 Intro: [Read article about Christie’s Acquisition for $444MM - $150M in cash and $295M in stock] Article: LINK 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 [...]
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we uncover the history of Boulder’s beloved Holiday Star, discuss whether you can fire your agent, and dive into withdrawn and expired listings.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 [...]
LOUISVILLE NOTABLE SALE: 1209 Main St
Louisville Notable Sale: 1209 Main St | $910K The seller acquired the complete property for $1.18M in June of 2022 (link), after which they undertook the subdivision. This lot with its historic house was sold for $910K. It remains to be seen what the seller does with the other lot. Likely it will feature a single family home, but the zoning may allow for higher density. Development opportunities like this are rare in Louisville. Like this content? Check out Fresh Listings. It’s our review of the most compelling new listings to hit the Boulder and Denver real estate market | Subscribe
BOULDER NOTABLE SALE: 1380 Knox Dr
Boulder Notable Sale: 1380 Knox Dr | $2.2M [Full disclosure: This was our listing]. There’s a saying in real estate: You make your money when you buy. This property is a case-study. When our clients were searching for a home to purchase seven years ago, they were looking for property which would support their future investment in remodeling and expansion. We helped them acquire this one (link) for its stellar views, proximity to the rec center, parks, retail, and top performing South Boulder public schools. The original home was extensively remodeled by Trad Design and took several years to accomplish. A dream [...]
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 [...]
BOULDER NOTABLE SALE: 987 Lost Angel Rd
Boulder Notable Sale: 987 Lost Angel Rd | $3.62M A sad and cautionary tale.The home of legendary neighborhood parties, 987 Lost Angel is well known to the Sugarloaf Community. It’s a modern home with endless views, only about 15 minutes outside of town, on a hillside just east of Sugarloaf Mountain. The home features unique and quirky features like ship-portal doors and roller doors that open to reveal stunning vistas to be enjoyed from a hot tub. It also features a guest house. The horse stables and RV hookups were designed to accommodate the equestrian community while retaining a similar [...]
Who is the #1 real estate agent in your market? Are you sure? | Podcast #61
In this podcast, we discuss the selection process of finding a referral agent, questions you should ask, and tips for seeing through the fog. We walk through the process of how we help our clients, friends, and family get the best representation for their real estate goals in markets outside our coverage footprint. Additional topics include recent notable sales and development of Boulder’s Planning Reserve. https://youtu.be/FQM0LlXfBh0 The House Einstein Podcast is available wherever you podcast. Hosted by Osman Parvez and Hamish Crabb. Recorded Date: 11/13 Published Date: 11/15 Topics: Intro: "Oh, lazy realtor, doleful and drear, A useless specter, [...]
Incompetent Negotiation Can Cost You A Lot of Money, Sometimes Even The Deal | Podcast #60
The business of Real Estate is fundamentally unique to most investment classes. The combination of large sums of money and personal sentiment can be a minefield for inexperienced agents to navigate, and more importantly, negotiate. Today, we take a look at some “Do’s” and “Don’ts” of negotiation. We also feature a special guest, Ian Steinmo, who tells us about the sale of his Noble Park listing, 4820 Baldwin Pl. 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/ivB4NJMAdZo The House Einstein Podcast is [...]
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, [...]
Boulder High-End Stagnates | 2Q & 3Q Market Update
The following is an excerpt from our monthly newsletter, FRESH, where we cover market conditions, local news, active listings (which we cannot cover publicly), notable sales, and so much more. Sign up here. What's New? Autumn is here, and the first snows have fallen in the mountains. The real estate market has been in mayhem since August, when the changes that resulted from settlement of the NAR lawsuit took effect. Initial Impact: Buyers agents are now required to have a signed compensation agreement with their buyer before showing homes, forcing many to justify their value for the first time. The new [...]
The High End of Boulder Real Estate Stalls Out | Podcast #57
Here’s what your Realtor isn’t telling you: the high end of Boulder real estate is a mess. This week, we take a deep dive into the luxury side of the market with a data analysis you won’t find anywhere else. Join us for the House Einstein podcast. https://youtu.be/Itq4Wym4PQU?si=6iu6MLhlTNCUBXr_ Recorded Date: 10/16/24 Published Date: 10/18/24 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 Sponsor Spot TELL ME SOMETHING I DON’T KNOW: Topic Du Jour 31% decrease in $3M to $5M listings [...]
Boulder Open Houses October 19th & 20th
Hello! This weekend we'll be hosting two open houses at the properties below. Each feature their unique strengths and boast some great features. Come join us and tour these properties. We'd be happy to discuss market conditions, the impact of the NAR settlement, and the impact of climate data on the Boulder real estate market. Saturday 19th 2-4pm 605 Alpine Ave | Property Info | Video Hosted by Osman Parvez Sunday 20th 12-2pm 1380 Knox Dr | Property Info | Video Hosted by Ian Steinmo and Sophie Kloor
Boulder Open Houses October 5th – 6th
Hello friends. This weekend, we'll be hosting three open houses at the following properties in Boulder. Come join us to tour these properties. We're also happy to discuss market conditions, how the NAR settlement is changing the industry, and Zillow's latest move to include climate change risk scores. Saturday October 5th: 3707 Telluride Circle - 11am to 1pm | Property Info | Video 605 Alpine Avenue - 2pm to 4pm | Property Info | Video Sunday October 6th: 1380 Knox Drive - 2pm to 4pm | Property Info | Video
Majestic Heights [Neighborhood Tour]
Join Ian as we explore Majestic Heights, a hidden gem in Boulder, Colorado. Discover its charming mid-century homes, top-rated schools, and quick access to highways and ski towns. Learn about the upcoming CU South development and why this friendly neighborhood is in high demand. Contact Ian for more information and to find which Boulder neighborhood is right for you. Ian Steinmo | Associate Broker at House Einstein. After working for more than a decade abroad in international business relations, Ian relocated to his hometown of Boulder in 2017. Through his experience in dynamic markets, he has always believed in attaining [...]
