Listing Your Home During The Holidays
December 14th, 2008 Categories: Buyer's Corner, Selling Thoughts
You think that listing your home during the holidays isn’t a good idea Boulder Colorado? Well…think again! This time of the year is a great time to have your home on the market. Just remember the basics. Price it right, comparable to the competition. Make necessary repairs and add staging so it shows well . Work with your Realtor on a great marketing plan. And do what you can to make it accessible to potential buyers. With these things in place, you are more likely to have a quick sale, and you are not competing with all of the homes that will be on the market in the spring.
Read more about the reasons why you should list your home for the holiday season.
Written by Julie Johnson | Discussion: No Comments »
Boulder County Colorado - a bright spot in a gloomy forecast
December 9th, 2008 Categories: Colorado Round Up, Focus on Boulder, Market Conditions, Relocating
The Boulder Daily Camera highlighted today the economic forecast for the state, stating that “next year 1000’s of people might loose thir jobs, retail sales will be sluggish and the state’s housing market will continue to slide”. This was released Monday from the University of Colorado recapping the 44th Annual Colorado Economic Forecast released Monday. By comparison, even though Colorado’s forecast might be a bit rosier than the US as a whole, what was amazing was that Boulder County’s forecast is faring quite well. Although not immune, Boulder County as been outperforming the state and national economy in many areas due to the “strength and diversity” of the economy which will most likely hasten the recovery. Read the rest of this entry »
Written by Karen Cifala | Discussion: No Comments »
Deck The Halls With Boughs Of Holly
December 7th, 2008 Categories: Focus on Boulder, Market Conditions, Selling Thoughts
Yes, Boulder Colorado, decorating your home for the holidays is fun, spiritual, and festive. We love to put out those icicle lights, wreaths, and huge figurines. However, if you are listing your home during the holidays, be cautious to not go overboard. Sellers, you don’t need to keep all the trimmings in storage just because your home is on the market. But you should decorate in such a way that buyers won’t be turned off. Will they be able to picture themselves spending the holidays in your home someday? Read more to find out.
Written by Julie Johnson | Discussion: No Comments »
Eco Fun Facts
November 30th, 2008 Categories: Focus on Boulder, Trends
Did you know that turning your thermostat down by just 1 degree, you’ll cut fuel consumption by as much as 10% ? Cutting down on energy use is great for so many reasons - global warming being one of them.
Boulder Colorado has got to be one of the most environmentally progressive cities in the United States. Because the mountains provide ample outdoor activities for people of all ages, the earth and nature are respected here. When I park to go shopping, I am always in awe of so many Toyota Prius Hybrids in one place! Everyone is joining the green revolution. We have Eco Realtors, “green” mortgage lenders, eco-handymen, eco product stores, sustainable building, healthy home consulting…and the list goes on and on. Here in Boulder, you need to be up to date on your eco facts. Read more and impress your friends with what you know.
Written by Julie Johnson | Discussion: 1 Comment »
How To Keep Your Man in Nederland
November 20th, 2008 Categories: Boulder Subdivisions and Neighborhoods, Mountain Living, Relocating
Well, one way to do it is when he dies you keep him frozen on ice. 
That’s how Frozen Dead Guy Days got it’s name. Every year on the first full weekend in March (burrrrrr….) Nederland Colorado celebrates “Grandpa Bredo” who supposedly is still kept on ice in the Tuff Shed. His grandson, a Norwegian immigrant brought his deceased “Grandpa Bredo” to Nederland Colorado in 1989 where his body lies frozen in a shed (at -109F) behind his daughter’s old house. I’ve heard it said that Trygue (the grandson) wasn’t aware of American taboos about storing deceased relatives with yard tools…anyway Trygue was finally deported by the US government (not because of his grandfather..), and the City of Nederland Colorado grandfathered in Grandpa Bredo, against all odds, and Grandpa is allowed to remain interned in the Tuff Shed until they discover a cure for being dead. Read the rest of this entry »
Written by Karen Cifala | Discussion: No Comments »
Only in Boulder
November 17th, 2008 Categories: Focus on Boulder
It’s a catchy headline, but I’ve been saying that ever since I moved to Boulder, Co in 1993. Boulder has a unique culture, I guess is one way to describe it. I tell people that someone could walk down Pearl St. naked and no one would bat an eyelash. They did just do that as hundreds of nude runners took the streets with the Naked Pumpkin run this past Halloween. It’s an annual event that takes place every halloween and not one that you would take your children to. Boulder did have a M
unchkin Masquerade on the Pearl Street mall for the children that was held during the day.
On November 21, the Boulder Ice rink at One Boulder Plaza will open. You can enjoy outdoor skating and the cafes and shopping that surround this area. Read the rest of this entry »
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Boots and Fur (faux of course, it’s Boulder)
November 12th, 2008 Categories: Colorado Round Up, Focus on Boulder
You know it’s winter in Boulder Colorado when the bike racks come off the cars and the ski racks go on AND the fashion changes for the women to “boots with fur” around the top! I think it was my son in law that coined that phrase about Boulder Colorado because it was the first thing he noticed on his very first visit as we went strolling down Pearl Street Mall. Everyone was wearing them! More Boots with Fur….I think he might have been noticing the girls to..do ya think? Pearl Street Mall happens to be within walking distance of the University of Colorado so the mall is abuzz with young inventive fashion designers. Winter in Boulder, ahhhh… Read the rest of this entry »
Written by Karen Cifala | Discussion: No Comments »
Git Ur Tax Credits Here….Git Ur Credits!
November 6th, 2008 Categories: Boulder Subdivisions and Neighborhoods, Selling Thoughts
Home buyers and sellers in Boulder Colorado can receive tax credits for including energy efficiency into their everyday lives. It isn’t just good for the environment; it’s also good for your wallet! While you may discover that the latest energy efficient appliances can be more expensive, you can save money through federal tax credits. For example, if you are building or buying a new home, you can qualify for tax credits on any products bought before January 1, 2009. Find out if you’re eligible and learn about more rebate programs in Boulder County.To be eligible for the tax credit, the product must meet or exceed the requirements of the 2000 International Energy Conservation Code. Also, find a manufacturer in your area who is knowledgeable about the credits and sells products that qualify. Another reason to go green - tax incentives are not merely deductions. They are tax credits that directly reduce your tax bill! They can even be rolled over to the next year.
Following is a list of rebate and Read the rest of this entry »
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Spooky Dead People Rise Again in Boulder Colorado
October 22nd, 2008 Categories: Boulder Subdivisions and Neighborhoods, Focus on Boulder
It’s that time of year again when Boulder Colorado’s “Meet the Spirit’s” event happens. It takes place at the historic Columbia Cemetery in downtown Boulder where local volunteers bring back to life colorful historic characters and city founders by presenting short biographical monologues. Dressed in full regalia complete with Victorian mourners, funeral music and vintage hearses. You won’t want to miss the reenactment of a solemn Masonic burial service. More than 30 Columbia spirits were brought back to life among them the well known bounty hunter, trapper, linguist and Indian scout Tom Horn. Read the rest of this entry »
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Boulder Colorado always ahead of the curve
October 8th, 2008 Categories: Boulder Subdivisions and Neighborhoods, Focus on Boulder
Whether you are a worldwide athlete training for your next marathon, or you’ve decided to save on gas and ride your bicycle to work or run down to the grocery store, you will feel right at home in Boulder Colorado. Everyday you see people riding to work in work clothes and dresses, all decked out with baskets on the front and trailers on the back. Families ride together on tandem bikes or with infants tagging along in attached bicycle trailers. As a driver, you must be very alert and always look twice before making a turn. I myself have spent many Sundays riding my bike around to Open Houses. Read the rest of this entry »
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