Business Update, Weekend Reading, and More [Dumb Dolphin Edition]
Note: the following is the introduction to the latest Fresh Listings, House Einstein's weekly newsletter on the most interesting new listings and notable sales to hit the market. Sign up and access the archive . What's New at House Einstein?We’ve had a solid week. Most listings are now under contract, and most of our buyers have closed. As the year ends, we’re taking steps to hit the ground running when the market picks up in the spring. Along those lines, we’re looking to hire a new team member. Yes, House Einstein is hiring. This person’s role will be 70% dedicated toward supporting the Realtors [...]
Pride
And we’re back. When you see our posts slow down and newsletters go dormant, it’s almost certainly because we’re focused on helping our clients. We will always prioritize our clients over business development activity. Always.The Spring of 2021 was far busier than I anticipated. Thankfully, as of this writing, most of our active buyers and sellers are now under contract. Yes, even the ones who were previously getting beat out in bidding wars. A few remain actively hunting, but they’re also patient and disciplined. We’ll get them over the finish line, too.PRIDE!Pride Month is nearly over, but we want to acknowledge [...]
It’s Not Bragging, If You Can Back It Up [Analyze This]
As Muhammed Ali once said, "It's not bragging, if you can back it up." The chart above shows the performance of House Einstein's Fresh Listings, compared to newsletters from our industry peers. Subscribers open our newsletter at nearly 2X the industry average. Meanwhile, our click rate is even better - 7.6x higher than average. We're not getting these sorts of results by producing garbage, spam-filled content. Our goal is to help you make a smarter real estate decision. Fresh Listings are written with that goal very much in mind. Each week, we cover the most interesting new listings to hit the market and tell you why [...]
For Sale, Friendly Occupant Included [ Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
Hi Folks. I just finished writing our latest edition of Fresh Listings. It includes the very curious tale of what once seemed to be a great investment in a tony Denver neighborhood, but now appears to a landlord's nightmare. Why? Well, let's just say you're not just buying the house. You're buying a big problem: the home has occupants who seemed to have stopped paying rent and, in case you missed it, Colorado has a statewide eviction moratorium. After months of struggle, the owner has had enough. They want out and they want out, fast. It's being offered at auction, with a starting price [...]
Chillin’ in the Deep End [Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
If you want to make an intelligent real estate decision, prepare for a dive deep into market analysis. There are no short-cuts. As of this writing, 52.4% of all houses in Boulder County and 44.4% of condos and town homes, respectively, are under contract. This is a shocking percentage and a phenomenal market for sellers. But remember: conditions vary by location, property type, and price level. What's happening? Anecdotally, we're seeing a flight from high-density, urban areas to lower density, suburban areas. Interest rates are also at all-time lows. Those that can make the jump are making the jump. [...]
So… What’s a Boulder Bungalow Really Worth?
This week, several clients messaged us about a property making the rounds in social media. Is a tiny bungalow in Boulder really worth more than $650K? In addition to our usual review of the most interesting new listings to hit the market, we did a deep dive into analyzing the value of this property in the Goss Grove neighborhood. Ready for this week's Fresh Listings? Due to the rules that regulate the real estate industry, we can only share it with you via a private newsletter format. Subscribe at the link above for instant access. Let's go.. Osman Parvez is the [...]
What, Me Worry? [Boulder Fresh Listings]
Believe it or not, new listings are still coming on the market in Boulder. Who are these intrepid buyers and sellers? The game changes and we're changing with it. Almost 80 listings hit the market in Boulder County last week, some of which are refreshed listings. 13 of these listings are already under contract. Let's take a look at the best ones. Sign up for the content HERE Osman Parvez is the Founder and Employing Broker of House Einstein. Originally from the Finger Lakes region of New York, he lives in Boulder with his wife and their Labrador Retriever. He [...]
Bungalow or Pied-à-terre? Covidopportunities [Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
As everyone knows, the Chinese word for Crisis is composed of two words; danger and opportunity. This week, we talk about some potential opportunities currently on the Boulder real estate market. If you're a subscriber, check your inbox for our review of the best listings to hit the Boulder real estate market, this week. Why subscribe? Because we can't tell you what we really think about listings unless we do so privately. Learn more and subscribe, HERE. This week, I reviewed the following nine properties in detail: 1755 Deer Valley Rd 842 16th Street 2007 Columbine Ave 4128 Clifton Court [...]
Ready to Bug Out? [Fresh Listings, Prepper Edition]
In the spirit of the times, we'd thought it would be fun to highlight current Boulder real estate listings that might support your newfound interest in the Prepper lifestyle. Remember: Just because we think they're worth a look, doesn't mean they are worth buying and defending - especially at the asking price. Signup below for the latest Fresh Listings and access to the archive. Fresh Listings Our review of the most compelling new listings to hit the Boulder real estate market.| Subscribe Latest Properties Reviewed 8003 N 63rd Street | $4.0 M 4039 Ogallala Rd | $3.9 M 6600 S Boulder [...]
Cozy Cabins and Tuscan Villas [Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
The Boulder real estate market is starting to wake from its winter slumber. As of this writing, there are about 1,100 listings on the market in Boulder County. 46.5% are under contract. Within the City of Boulder, 441 listings are on the market and about 40% are under contract. Nearly 130 listings hit the Boulder market last week. Of these, 28% were refreshed old listings, mostly at the higher end. 23.6% are now under contract. Removing the bad locations, absurdly overpriced, and refreshed listings - we found six listings worth your attention. Our Fresh Listings this week include everything from [...]
Mountain Hideaways and Historic Boulder Beauties [Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
73 listings came to market this week in Boulder - a slightly slower pace than last week, but typical for the third week of January. Early birds are out the door, and the market takes a small breather before it begins to build towards spring. We sorted through and removed the refreshed old listings, bad locations, overpriced, and otherwise less than desirable properties. These are the best listings to hit the market in Boulder this week: 878 Sunshine Canyon | $2.1M 1718 Mapleton Ave | $1.75M 845 14th Street | $1.4M 2425 Forest Avenue | $1.125 3135 23rd Street | $950K [...]
How About a Castle on the Hill? [Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
It's that time of year. Nearly 100 listings hit the market this week in Boulder. Sadly, many are failed listings from last year, refreshed to look as if they're new on the MLS. They're not. We've sifted through, culled the refreshed listings, bad locations, and less than desirable properties. What's worth seeing? Only 9 listings made the cut. These are the best fresh listings to hit the market. Check them out. Important: Due to MLS and Realtor rules, we can't share our honest opinion of these listings on a public blog. We can only do it via private email. Subscribe below to see [...]
Dream Homes and Nest Eggs [Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
--- by Osman Parvez What's your goal? For some, it's finding a dream home - a residence that truly satisfies their vision and lifestyle. For others, it's getting a foot in the Boulder real estate market with a starter home. They're tired of paying their landlord's mortgage and want a chance to build a nest egg of their own. Whether it's a second home, a starter home, downsizing, or an income property, one thing remains the same: buyers and sellers need to see property firsthand to understand the market. There is no short-cut. A high-level analysis won't give you the confidence [...]
Gratitude Is The Attitude [Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
--- by Osman Parvez Thank you for choosing House Einstein for your real estate needs. We are grateful for your business and your trust. It was a great year for the team and our clients, but we're not resting on our laurels. We're starting the new year with a renewed sense of mission and greater focus on our work. Our goal remains the same: help you make smarter real estate decisions. Market Performance Let's talk about the market. In Denver, total sales volume increased 3.7% Year over Year (YoY), following two years of repeated declines. Attached dwelling sales increased [...]
Two Gorgeous Historic Boulder Homes, One Killer Location [Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
--- by Osman Parvez Is an extra bedroom and premium location worth +$2.5M? Two similar historic homes hit the market recently in Boulder. Constructed only a few years apart, they are both Edwardian Vernacular. One is slightly larger and features an extra bedroom. Both are in good locations. One clearly outshines the other. Sign up to read the post HERE. [Why signup? Here's why... ] Homes reviewed in this week's fresh listings: 2133 6th Street 1565 Columbine Avenue 816 Mountain View Drive 335 Martin Drive 4725 16th Street 6877 Countryside 4143 Sunrise Court ---- Ready to buy or sell? Schedule [...]
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Osman was a refreshingly honest realtor. He stressed through the entire process that his goal was to make me happy with my home purchase. I greatly appreciated the fact that he never shied away from pointing out the negatives as well as the pluses of different places while leaving the final decision up to me.
We can highly recommend Sophie. Her attention to detail and communication skills are great. Our home was in area that most realtors are not familiar with, but Sophie took extra time to get to know the neighborhood in order to give us quality service. She also brought in a professional photographer to make our home look its best. Even though the listing was in winter, the house sold quickly. With Sophie’s business and people skills, we have no doubt she will be a top realtor in the area.