Colorado Real Estate Blog

Denver's Commercial Market at the Top

Steve Hewson — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 18:58:00 GMT

Metro Denver's commercial real estate market continues to be a bright star among large U.S. cities. National and international investors have Denver on their radar screen for investment. Commercial transaction volume is down from the prior year but...(read more)

Income Property 101: Revisiting the Benefits of Investing in Income Property

Steve Hewson — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 23:22:00 GMT

In this financial climate, investors need to re-think their allocation of assets between cash, stock, bonds and real estate. We recommend revisiting the 6 advantages of investing in income properties: Leverage. Investors receive two benefits from using...(read more)

Where Does Real Estate Go From Here?

Steve Hewson — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 13:23:00 GMT

Buyers, sellers and investors of real estate are asking us and themselves this week, “What should I do during the financial turmoil we are hearing this week? Here are a few of our thoughts. Study the markets, interest rates, financing, economic...(read more)

Financial Crisis Has Impact on Interest Rates and Real Estate Purchases

Steve Hewson — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 03:06:00 GMT

This week saw the U.S. financial crisis spread internationally. With all the volatility and uncertainty in the worlds markets, what has been the effect on interest rates and home purchases? This week we have seen mortgage rates falling. Good news for...(read more)

Denver Real Estate Market Starting to Recover

Steve Hewson — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 13:29:00 GMT

The Denver Post, in a October 8, 2008, article points to data indicating an improvement in the Denver residential resale market. Recently released data, The Post says, reveals a 14.1 percent increase in homes sold in September 2008 compared to September...(read more)

What is the Impact on Real Estate Post-Bailout?

Steve Hewson — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 12:14:00 GMT

Fannie Mae (FNMA) and Freddie Mac (FHLMC) are no longer with us as the federal government has taken them over under the Economic Stability Act. Lawerence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Assoication of REALTORS (NAR) has made some predictions. He...(read more)

Denver's Bungalow Architectural Style

Steve Hewson — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 12:05:00 GMT

Built in 1921 this one-story bungalow represents the style of homes built in Denver in the first 30 years of the 20 th century. The style is representative of the Craftsman-Style (1890’s-1920’s) and the Bungalow-Style (1905-1930). The Craftsman-Style...(read more)

Denver's Historic Arlington Park and Alamo Placita Neighborhood

Steve Hewson — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 03:33:00 GMT

Denver's Arlington Park subdivision in Capitol Hill is part of the larger Alamo Placita historical neighborhood, both being named for the nearby parks. Arlington Park and Alamo Placita Park illustrate the early plan to develop parks facing each other...(read more)

Senate Passes Rescue Plan

Steve Hewson — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 05:00:00 GMT

The Senate stepped up to the plate Wednesday night and passed the rescue plan by a 74 to 25 vote. This vote now challenges members of the House who previously voted against a plan and now expected to vote again this Friday on the bailout. Key features...(read more)

Colorado Governor's Third Quarter Economic and Revenue Forecast

Steve Hewson — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Colorado's Governor has just released his Third Quarter Economic and Revenue Forecast. Here are highlights from the Economic Forecast: "Although certain parts of the State remain distressed by foreclosures, the current state of the residential...(read more)

NAR Statement on Defeat of Economic Stability Act

Steve Hewson — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 05:43:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, September 29, 2008 The following is a statement by National Association of Realtors® President Richard F. Gaylord: “The National Association of Realtors® is extremely disappointed in the actions of the U.S. House of Representatives...(read more)

$700 Billion “Bailout” or is it a “Financial Rescue Plan?" Impact on Main Street

Steve Hewson — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 03:30:00 GMT

Excuse me. I keep referring to the $700 Billion as a “bailout.” The new politically correct term is “financial rescue plan.” Call it whatever you wish, but the reality is the Washington politicians have killed the chance, at least...(read more)

Congress Agrees on $700 Billion Bailout Deal

Steve Hewson — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 14:58:00 GMT

Members of the U.S. Congress announced early Monday morning, September 28 th , that they reached an agreement to the $700 billion bailout of the financial markets. The House of Representatives is voting on the bill on Monday morning and the Senate is...(read more)

Report on 2008 CABI Conference

Steve Hewson — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 14:00:00 GMT

The Colorado Association of Business Intermediaries ( CABI ) held its 2008 Annual Conference in Denver this week. The association is composed of members who are Business Brokers, Intermediaries and Commercial Real Estate Brokers who broker transactions...(read more)

Congress Announces Breakthrough on Bailout

Steve Hewson — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 06:31:00 GMT

Leaders in the Senate and House announced a breakthrough in the negotiations for the White House $700 billion bailout at 12:30 a.m. EST on Sunday, September 27th. The announcement makes it clear the legislators have agreed in principal and will commit...(read more)