3 Things to Know 1. CAR Secures Major Wins in Real Estate Sunset Bill. The Colorado Association of REALTORS® played a leading role in shaping this year’s sunset bill, “Sunset Division of Real Estate” (House Bill 1287), to continue the Colorado Real Estate Commission and Division of Real Estate, both set to expire in September 2026, for another 10 years. The...
February housing report shows contracts increasing, longer selling times as buyers remain price sensitive and negotiations define the deal [embed]https://www.coloradorealtors.com/market-trends/regional-and-statewide-statistics/[/embed] ENGLEWOOD, CO – Stronger homebuyer interest and engagement surfaced in February though conditions remain cautious and negotiation-driven across the Denver metro area and statewide housing markets, according to the February Market Trends Housing Report from the Colorado Association of REALTORS® (CAR). SEVEN COUNTY DENVER METRO: In...
The Colorado Real Estate Commission is considering proposed revisions to multiple Commission-approved contracts and forms — and your voice is needed. On March 6 at 1:00 p.m. (MT), the Commission will host the first of three virtual Stakeholder Meetings to gather feedback on proposed changes to key disclosures, brokerage forms, lead-based paint documents, and other foundational transaction forms used by Colorado...
Protect Your Business. Protect Your Clients. The Colorado Association of REALTORS® has verified that REALTORS® working in Colorado have been impacted by a sophisticated “Zoom link” scam targeting real estate professionals. Cybercriminals are using increasingly advanced tactics to access sensitive business and client information. Your vigilance is critical. How the “Zoom Link” Scam Works In most cases, someone posing as a prospective buyer...
A bill that would have authorized local governments to impose new taxes on so-called “vacant” residential properties was defeated this week after strong opposition from the Colorado Association of REALTORS® and REALTOR® members from across the state. House Bill 26-1036, which proposed allowing municipalities, counties, and newly created housing authorities to levy taxes on vacant property based on locally defined criteria,...
3 Things to Know HUGE WIN! The Colorado Association of REALTORS® (CAR) led efforts to defeat “Vacancy Taxes” (House Bill 1036) on a bipartisan 7-4 vote, with more than a dozen REALTORS® testifying against it, along with CEO Tyrone Adams. This bill would have allowed local governments to punish the lawful use of residential property simply because it was unoccupied for...
[embed]https://www.coloradorealtors.com/market-trends/regional-and-statewide-statistics/[/embed] ENGLEWOOD, CO – Colorado’s housing market began the new year in a period of recalibration with January data reflecting a slower, deliberate pace across a majority of markets, according to the latest Market Trends Housing Report from the Colorado Association of REALTORS® (CAR). While demand remains, buyers are increasingly selective and payment-sensitive while sellers continue to adjust to a market defined by...
3 Things to Know 2026 REALTOR® Day Under the Dome. The Capitol is filled with REALTOR® energy this week as nearly 100 members come together to engage directly with Colorado’s General Assembly. Throughout the day, members will work to help lawmakers understand how policies - such as those around vacancy taxes and artificial intelligence - affect workplace safety, housing, property rights,...
A new federal reporting rule from the U.S. Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) may affect certain residential real estate transactions beginning March 1, 2026. While REALTORS® are NOT responsible for filing any reports, the rule applies to some non-financed residential transactions involving entities or trusts (such as LLCs or corporations). When the rule applies, title companies will be required...
As the Colorado General Assembly convenes for the 2026 legislative session, leaders of the Colorado Association of REALTORS® (CAR), representing more than 23,000 REALTORS® statewide, are focused on advancing bipartisan, practical solutions that protect property rights, support housing supply, and help more Coloradans achieve and sustain homeownership. “Colorado’s housing challenges remain complex, and there are no single-policy solutions,” said 2026 CAR...