Now, What Should I Do? [Coronavirus: Common Questions and What’s Next]
One word describes the prevailing mood: uncertainty. At times like these, it can be difficult to make a major life decision. And make no mistake, buying…
Tag: selling
Boulder’s Martin Acres Jumps 22%
by Osman Parvez----Looking for an affordable house in Boulder? Wonder where prices are headed in 2016? You should be tracking what's happening in the Martin…
When the Bubble Bursts
by Osman Parvez----The gig is up. The economy is much weaker than expected. Odds are almost nill that interest rates will rise in September, much less…
How to Handle Bidding Wars and Low Appraisals
by Osman ParvezThe WSJ had a recent piece on the impact of bidding wars. From Bidding Wars Can Lead to Home Appraisal Headaches: If the…
A Plumber Strikes Out [Referrals]
by Osman ParvezStory time. I closed a deal this week that needed several inspection issues addressed. I was the listing agent (i.e. represented the seller)…
MLS Data Sharing Ends – Now What?
by Osman Parvez----Effective today, data sharing between regional MLS systems IRES and Metrolist ends. As of this writing, IRES controls 78% of the listings in…
Coming Soon: Beautiful 4 bedroom, 4 bath.
The sign is up! One of our sellers is almost done packing and getting ready to hit the MLS. Guess the address and win a…
Irrational Exuberance Returns
by Osman ParvezYears ago, I was working as an analyst for an investment bank. The bull market was coming to an end and the VIX…
Sorry Boulder Sellers, You Blew It.
by Osman ParvezAhh... Autumn's in the air. If you're a boulder real estate seller, I've got bad news for you. The summer selling season is…