Denver Real Estate
THE 10 SECOND RULE
October 13, 2009 by Jerry · 9 Comments
TEN SECOND RULE In real estate, every day presents itself with visiting property; sometimes alone-sometimes with clients. As realtors were are made aware of the 10 Second Rule to survey our surroundings and ensure personal safety. I thought this might be useful to everyone. Inattention is one of the main reasons people find themselves in [...]
Colorado CO Alarm Law
September 24, 2009 by Jerry · 1 Comment
Know about the new CO alarm law in Colorado? Read on…..
PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES-WHERE TO BEGIN?
March 26, 2009 by Jerry · 5 Comments
One day we will all require the services of a Personal Representative. In the meantime you yourself may be called upon to provide this essential, difficult, and yes, time consuming service to a friend or family member. The process of “putting to bed” the estate of the deceased involve several duties and responsibilities for the personal representative, that can take a year (or longer) to complete, along with the potential liabilities to the beneficiaries for any loss to the estate. Sound like fun? Read on……………..
2009 Housing Stimulus Package Complete
February 16, 2009 by Jerry · 4 Comments
2009 Home Buyer Tax Credit ready to roll!
Credit Unions Step Up to the Plate!
December 30, 2008 by Jerry · 1 Comment
While traditional mortgage lenders and banks are struggling with bailout issues, and many mortgage sources are drying up for homebuyers, credit unions are not only alive and well, they are writing more business than ever! Read on……..
COLORADO HOA DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS
December 17, 2008 by Jerry · 5 Comments
Homeowners Disclosure With the passage of SB100, Colorado statues now require that every Homeowners Association in the state deliver at least annually, within 90 days following the end of each fiscal year, the following information to all owners upon reasonable notice: The date upon which the fiscal year commences and the operating budget for the [...]
The 2008 Cost vs. Value Report- an early look
December 12, 2008 by Jerry · Leave a Comment
Each year Remodeling Magazine, in cooperation with REALTOR® magazine, produces the Cost vs. Value report detailing the average return of value for selected home improvement projects. This report is further refined for each major regional area of the country. The full 2008-2009 report will be available in December, but here are some early observations. Like last [...]
Adverse Possession in Colorado-New 2008 Laws Reduce the Abuse
December 1, 2008 by Jerry · 2 Comments
Adverse Possession is a method to acquire title to land that is owned by another through use. Examples of use might include a fence, driveway, footpath or even a structure being placed on the property of another party. The person claiming ownership must prove the following elements exist in order to have [...]
The First Time Buyer Tax Credit-Buyer Beware!
November 14, 2008 by Jerry · 4 Comments
The Background One benefit of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act passed in July of this year is that qualified homebuyers may receive a one time tax credit of up to $7,500. With the intent of stimulating the economy and encouraging Buyers to get off the fence, this credit is limited to first [...]
