Home Inspections and Maintenance
Real Estate And Lead Based Paint In Boulder Colorado
April 17th, 2010 Categories: Buyer's Corner, Colorado Round Up, Home Inspections and Maintenance
This is more than important information to know if you are buying, selling or renovating real estate in Boulder County and anywhere in Colorado. As many of you know, if you sell or rent a home built before 1978, you must disclose that your home may contain paint that contains lead. Not only is there a [...]
Written by John Vaughan | Discussion: 2 Comments »
What Is An Eco Friendly Renovation? Part Two
March 3rd, 2010 Categories: Buyer's Corner, Home Inspections and Maintenance, Selling Thoughts, Trends
Why is this information important?
For several reasons: Being more conscientious is the way to be. It’s the right choice. The eco evolution is not only taking over Boulder but it’s blossoming throughout the world. We drive Priuses, shop locally, and remodel with the consideration of the environment.
You’re not only saving mother earth but yourself as [...]
Written by Julie Johnson | Discussion: No Comments »
What Is An Eco Friendly Renovation? Part One: Flooring
February 17th, 2010 Categories: Buyer's Corner, Home Inspections and Maintenance, Market Watch, Selling Thoughts, Trends
Just what defines a home remodel going eco friendly? It’s important to know if you are a home buyer and a home seller.
If you are a home buyer then this will help you know what to look for when house shopping. Sellers wanting to increase the value of their home and attract more buyers, need to [...]
Written by Julie Johnson | Discussion: No Comments »
New Family Cabon Monoxide Saftey Act in Colorado
June 25th, 2009 Categories: Buyer's Corner, Colorado Round Up, First Time Buyers, Home Inspections and Maintenance, REO and HUD Talk, Uncategorized
My friend is always asking me to “check” my carbon monoxide detector in my house and I said “I do”! The simple answer is, I look over to see that the red light is still on and that no one is sick yet! Sounds a bit frivolous, but I don’t remember having a [...]
Written by Karen Cifala | Discussion: No Comments »
What Is A Renewable Retrofit?
June 24th, 2009 Categories: Focus on Boulder, Home Inspections and Maintenance, Selling Thoughts, Trends
For starters, a renewable retrofit is not only economical and promotes energy efficiency but in Boulder Colorado, it is also trendy. Picture an older home built in the 50’s or 60’s with its original appliances, outdated insulation, and air leaks. In addition to adding solar panels, retrofitted homes include programmable thermostats, energy efficient appliances, icynene [...]
Written by Julie Johnson | Discussion: 1 Comment »
For Sale by Owner – Buyers Beware
June 11th, 2009 Categories: Buyer's Corner, First Time Buyers, Home Inspections and Maintenance, Real Estate Tales, Selling Thoughts
Does it really pay to sell your home without representation? In the future, I will be hesistant to show properties that are not represented by an agent, it’s just too much brain damage and it’s not in the Buyer’s best interest. FSBO Sellers don’t know the laws and they do not have anyone to consult with.
Written by Ro Troia | Discussion: No Comments »
Protecting our water in Boulder Colorado
September 10th, 2008 Categories: Buyer's Corner, Colorado Round Up, Focus on Boulder, Home Inspections and Maintenance, Selling Thoughts
You’ve been searching for months and finally found a fantastic home on 2 acres with 5 bedrooms and 3 baths and have absolutely fallen in love with it. What’s next? A “good” Realtor will have already pulled the septic permit to see if it’s permitted for 5 bedrooms and low and behold it’s not! You [...]
Written by Karen Cifala | Discussion: 2 Comments »
Don’t Let the Cat out of the bag
August 21st, 2008 Categories: Buyer's Corner, First Time Buyers, Home Inspections and Maintenance, Market Conditions, REO and HUD Talk
When purchasing a home it is very important to have the home inspected for possible issues that might come up in the future. Many people do not realize the importance of a home inspection until it is too late. But there are other reasons to have a home inspection done especially when you are dealing with [...]
Written by Chris Boyers | Discussion: 2 Comments »
Septic Systems – Does Fecal Matter?
May 7th, 2008 Categories: Buyer's Corner, Home Inspections and Maintenance, Mountain Living
You bet it does! With most mountain properties you are going to find that they use septic systems for their sewer waste. Some very important things to know before purchasing a property with a septic system are
Written by Chris Boyers | Discussion: No Comments »
