Throughout Women's History Month, we reflect on women's impact on our lives, including the impact on the housing market. Why is homeownership so important? In fact, since at least 1981, single women have bought more homes than single men each year, making up 17% of all households. Why Is Homeownership So Important to Women? Owning a home is a universal symbol of financial independence. Not only does...
Fondly known as the mile-high city, Denver sits at an altitude of 5,280 feet as the state capitol of Colorado. Its 300 days of sunshine each year, and proximity to the Rocky Mountains, make it a true paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Many residents spend summer weekends camping or hiking and winter weekends hitting the slopes. Denver has the country's most extensive city park system, with more than...
Are you planning to buy a house? Are you a first-home buyer? Bravo! It is a great decision to have a house for yourself. Having my own house for my family is always a dream come true. This is one of the best things we can do for a great future, as it is the most valuable asset and a good investment choice. Even though buying a home sounds exciting, it is not an easy task as there are various things...
Located along the technology corridor on U.S. 36, just 20 minutes from Denver and 10 minutes from Boulder, Broomfield is home to top technology companies, attracting savvy professionals looking for a quick office commute. Three golf courses and expansive community open spaces and trails allow ample room to enjoy the area's blue skies, celebrated sunrises, and sunsets. For families with children, there...
There are plenty of good reasons you might be ready to move. No matter your motivations, before you list your current house, you need to consider where you'll go next. In today's market, it makes sense to explore all your options. That includes both homes that have been lived in before and newly built ones. To help you decide which is correct, let's compare the benefits of each. Whatever option you...
In January 2023, home prices in Colorado were up 1.9% compared to last year, selling for a median price of $546,200. On average, the number of homes sold was down 31.5% year over year, and there were 3,807 homes sold in January this year, down from 5,577 homes sold in January last year. The median days on the market was 53 days, up 27 years over year. Are there enough homes for sale to meet buyer...
Today, homes with curb appeal that are presented well are still selling quickly and sometimes over the asking price. To sell your home this spring, it may need more preparation than it would have a year or two ago. Today’s housing market has a different feel. There are more homes for sale than last year, but inventory is still historically low. So, if a house has been sitting on the market for a while,...
According to a recent Harris Poll survey, 8 in 10 Americans say buying a home is a priority, and 28 million Americans plan to buy within the next 12 months. Homeownership provides many financial and nonfinancial benefits so that interest is understandable. However, all 28 million Americans will unlikely accomplish that goal in the coming year. Experts project around five million homes will be sold in...
Once a budding frontier town of farmers and ranchers just east of the state's capital, Aurora is Colorado's third-largest city, with a diverse population of more than 398,000. Aurora established its foundation as a driving force in the west, from an agricultural outpost to a military bastion. Aurora is a full-service city governed by a council/manager form of government, which combines the political...