Reputation Matters: A Tale from the Trenches

by Osman ParvezLet me tell you about this year's most ridiculous closing.  Once again, it's time for a tale from the trenches. ----------Once upon a time…

Meet the Spirits [Spooky Fun]

by Osman ParvezYesterday's Community Harvest Festival certainly fit the bill and attendance was almost 3x expected.   Kids everywhere, fantastic music, and tasty food.  …

Influencing the Appraiser [No Baseball Bat Required]

by Osman ParvezA few months ago, I attended a workshop for licensed real estate appraisers and real estate agents. "How many of you have dealt with…

Move with a View

by Osman ParvezI helped a friend move a Craigslist couch earlier this week.   Check out the view from Stanford Ave! Flatbed trailers are super handy…

Avery Brewery Time Lapse

by Osman ParvezDid you know Avery's new $27MM brewery took nearly two years to go through the planning process?  When complete, it will feature the…

Seal Me

by Osman ParvezThe #1 thing I see on inspection reports?    Unsealed tile.    I attended a walk through for a brand new house earlier…

That Warm and Fuzzy Feeling

by Osman ParvezSome listing agents leave cute notes around the house, highlighting features.   Some sellers bake cookies.And then there's this listing agent.    I'm about as…

This Is What A Seller’s Market Looks Like

by Osman ParvezI get it.  I really do. It's a seller's market.   Inventory is at record lows, demand is high, but lately it just seems…

BBC Coverage of Boulder Housing

by Osman ParvezBoulder's housing challenges are becoming international news.   Here's a video from the BBC highlighting the problem.   It features a few notable…

When The Real Estate Commission Calls [Education]

by Osman ParvezHeads up, Realtors.   This is what a Continuing Education (CE) audit looks like.  Just in case you didn't believe it actually happens. Of…