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…
Category: Recent Sales
Do You Want a Deal or Do You Want the House?
A disciplined buyer doesn't always get the house. We discuss bidding wars, buyer psychology, and why losing can sometimes be the right outcome.
Rising Mortgage Rates, Boulder’s Budget Spiral & Imperfect Homes
Mortgage rates are rising again, and Boulder is facing growing fiscal pressure. We discuss buyer psychology, imperfect homes, and what comes next for the market…
Hotter, Drier Colorado, Water Supply Risk & Boulder Condo Concerns
What if this spring is the new normal? We discuss hotter, drier conditions, water supply risk, and wildfire concerns, and how those trends could impact…
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…
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…
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…
Pre-Offer Red Flags, Nightmare Walkouts & the Ranch Market
What should buyers notice before writing an offer? We break down costly warning signs, nightmare renovations, and why ranch property values are far more complicated…
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…