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February 17, 2015
Colorado’s housing market is booming. Affordably priced homes are receiving multiple offers over asking price within hours of being listed. Why, then, are there no new builds of affordably priced condominiums and townhomes?
CONSTRUCTION DEFECTS.
Builders and developers have been scared away from developing in Colorado due to the current construction defects laws. Homebuilders and homeowners have a high risk of expensive,...
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February 13, 2015
SOLD OUT! REALTOR® Day at the Capitol: Tuesday, February 17th
2015 REALTOR® Day at the Capitol is SOLD OUT. We will be having no on-site registration for this event. For our attendees, we are looking forward to seeing you Tuesday morning. We will begin with an optional morning program where you can observe the House or Senate floorwork at 9AM. Lunch...
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February 9, 2015
According to many sources, oil price drops can be good for housing. But, there are some downsides. Here’s our analysis.
Written by Steve Murray, REAL Trends publisher
If you’ve been to the pump lately, you’ve surely had sticker shock in a good way. Another positive thing about oil price drops is that, experts say, it’s a good thing for the housing market....
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February 6, 2015
LAST DAY for Pre-Registration Pricing! REALTOR® Day at the Capitol: Tuesday, February 17th
Today is the LAST DAY to register at the $55 rate. Tomorrow, registration costs increase to $65. We are selling out quickly, and will most likely not have any on-site registration, so please don’t delay! Don't miss the 2015 REALTOR® Day at the Capitol on Tuesday, February...
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February 6, 2015
More than 68 million single-family and condo households, about 87 percent, would qualify for down payment assistance available in the county where they are located.
That's why CAR, in partnership with Down Payment Resource, has made available a portal through which both members and prospective homeowners can research their eligibility for various down payment assistance program based on property information, household...
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February 6, 2015
Official job description for Chief Exectuive Officer opening at CAR posted below. Please read requirements and information on how to apply.
If you’re a forward-thinking visionary with proven leadership abilities, this is your opportunity to make a difference in one of America’s most vital industries. ADVANCE YOUR CAREER AS OUR CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER!
Chief Executive Officer
With a mission of “Protecting the Real Estate...
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February 5, 2015
Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) announced this week that it is now offering its down payment assistance for homebuyers in the form of a non-repayable grant. The program will provide qualified borrowers with down payment and closing-cost assistance for up to 5 percent of the purchase price of a home.With Colorado home prices having increased by six percent in 2014...
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January 30, 2015
SPOTS FILLING UP! REALTOR® Day at the Capitol: Tuesday, February 17th
We are selling out quickly, and will most likely not have any on-site registration, so please don’t delay! Don't miss the 2015 REALTOR® Day at the Capitol on Tuesday, February 17 at the McNichols Civic Center Building and the State Capitol. This year, we have Special Guest Speaker U.S....
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January 29, 2015
Marijuana is becoming legal in more states, which may make it tougher for landlords seeking to enforce their own bans.
As the movement to legalize marijuana blazes through the nation, landlords and building managers may be wondering whether the right to ban the drug from their properties is going up in smoke. The truth around the issue is a bit hazy.
State...
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January 28, 2015
Don't miss your chance to see our state legislature in action! REALTOR® Day at the Capitol is February 17th. Pre-registration is only $55 and includes lunch and optional morning and afternoon programs. Learn more and register.
Each year over 200 Colorado REALTORS® meet at the State Capitol to learn and discuss the important policy issues affecting the real estate industry. REALTOR®...
