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Will Summit County Colorado homes depreciate this year?
2008-06-07 06:23:00
How does the national economy affect our Summit County real estate market? Today I attended a session with the chief economist for the National Association of Realtors, Dr Lawrence Yun. I found it very interesting to hear his take on the economy and how it translates to homes in Summit County, Colorado . What I took away from his presentation was that real estate is local, and what has affected home sales so negatively is the sub prime mortage mess. Areas that had high incidences of sub prime mortgages (more than 100% financing, stated income, adjustable rate mortgages, and other similar programs) are now the areas with a lot of foreclosures. Where foreclosures are not as common, the markets are still stable or appreciating. The worst areas are Miami, Phoenix and Las Vegas, where a combination of subprime loans and speculation caused rapid appreciation, and just as rapid depreciation. However, Dr Yun seems to think that the prices still could increase 10-50%, even there, ove...
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Summit County home owners can save money and help the environment too.
2008-05-27 06:54:00
I deal with many second home buyers in Frisco, Silverthorne, Dillon and Breckenridge.  One of their commonly asked questions is what to do with their trash.  Many end up disposing of it in someone else’s dumpster, and more than a few businesses have had to resort to putting locks on their dumpsters.  When the businesses have no room ...
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3 Bedroom Townhouse in Frisco
2008-05-23 20:07:00
This affordable 3 bedroom townhouse is in a great Frisco location for locals and visitors alike.
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Beautiful Log Home in Silverthorne
2008-05-23 18:19:00
This beautiful log home has all the amenities to please the entire family.
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I have some real concerns about the Copper Mountain real estate market
2008-05-20 04:55:00
Just a month ago, I wrote a post called The Scoop on the Copper Mountain market. In that post I was pretty upbeat about the market, despite terrible reports from other parts of the country for more than a year now. I did express some concerns for the middle part of the price ranges, and I talked about how many Sellers have been way too optimistic, and although I didn't use the it, greedy might have been a good word to use. A couple of days ago, I looked at the number of sales for this year so far, and compared them to the same time last year. What I found was that sales for the first 3 1/2 months at Copper Mountain were down by 45% from the same period a year ago! That is a huge decrease, and it is double the decrease of 22% in the rest of Summit County as a whole. Projecting that decrease......
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Summit County home owners are wishing for spring!
2008-05-15 04:38:00
We are over it… We have had enough snow.  When you ski or snowboard, you can’t wait for the first snowflakes to fall, but we are done!  Copper Mountain, Breckenridge and Keystone have all been closed for a month.  Arapahoe Basin is the only one still open, and they have fabulous coverage and conditions.  But the ...
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Building a new home in Frisco, Colorado, and building it green.
2008-05-10 16:49:00
If you have been thinking about building a home in Frisco, you need to know that the town recently has enacted a new "green" building code. The code mandates sustainable building methods, and encourages builders and homeowners to do more than the minimum requirements. It is very similar to the International Energy Conservation Code. The Summit County Building Department, with jurisdiction over all parts of the county not considered to be in the towns themselves, is in the process of changing their code to a very similar one. Just what are green building methods? I attended a meeting this week that was intended to let us all know just that. Among other things.....
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The Bill’s Ranch neighborhood in Frisco, Colorado
2008-05-03 19:40:00
A subdivsion with cabins and homes in Frisco is called Bill ’s Ranch .  I often hear from people who would love to buy a little Frisco cabin.  They like them because they are cute and funky and just the kind of place people remember spending time in as a kid.  They also assume they will be cheap.  That is far from the case!  Because they are so desirable, the prices are high when and if they change hands.  Owners often have a list of friends who have asked to be notified if they decide to sell, and, and a result, they don’t even make it into the Summit County MLS.  Let me give you a little history about Frisco’s oldest neighborhood, Bill’s Ranch.  Frisco had a boom and bust economy for years.  It relied on the mining business, which has always had many ups and downs.  The majority of people who withstood the winters in the Rockies were either miners or ranchers.  Bill Thomas was one of the ranchers in the 1930s.  His family had been here si...
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Upgrade your Frisco Colorado condo. It will sell faster and for more money
2008-05-01 00:06:00
What upgrades will make you money when you sell your condo in Frisco , your home in the Reserve at Frisco or your townhome in Waterdance? A client of mine is currently making some upgrades to his Frisco duplex, and he is concentrating on the kitchen. Kitchen and bath upgrades will almost always make your money back and may even increase the price you can ask. It is worthwhile to add granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Replacing cabinets is a big project, but if the home is older than 15 or 20 years you may need to do that too. Perhaps a coat of paint and new knobs will be enough, but not in high end properties. Appropriate upgrades will help your Frisco property sell faster, and closer to the top of its price range. Overdoing in the lower price ranges may......
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Help! I need to paint my Summit County, CO home
2008-04-24 21:42:00
In Summit County , home owners are busy in the summer getting all our home maintenance and landscaping jobs done in just three short months. In spring, we get outside, walk around the house and realize that it might be time to paint it again. Now is a good time to prepare, deciding not only what color to use, but what product to use. My husband recently retired after being a painting contractor for a number of years, and over time, I picked up a thing or to from him. We have had a discussion or two about what "paint" means. To him, paint is a product and he won't use it on the outside of a house at this altitude. To me, it is a process. You paint your house, even if you are using a stain to do it. I think most people use the words interchangeably, but be sure you know which it is that you want when you go to the paint store or hire someone to "paint" your house. Our high altitude makes a difference in the paint or stain that you use on your Colorado home, as the UV rays.....
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Don and Patty
2008-04-24 21:33:00
We would recommend the Mountain Living Team to a friend, the service was a 10. We were impressed with the timely follow up and follow through to all issues. A pleasure to do business with your team. Joanne, thank you for a very positive experience.
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Silverthorne real estate market update
2008-04-23 01:40:00
Real estate in Silverthorne, Frisco, Breckenridge and the rest of Summit County is still pretty darn good. It is not as strong as it was, but relative to other parts of the country, our market is very good! Vacation home Buyers who pay cash or have good credit scores still can buy. This spring and summer should be a good time to do so, as I think prices will plateau, given the current economic climate. A Realtor friend of mine recently noted that she saw a "disconnect" between Buyers and Sellers, meaning that Sellers see their property in Silverthorne or elsewhere in Summit County as being worth more than it actually is. Buyers see it as worth less than it should sell for. I have noticed the same thing and I liked the way she put it. I think the disconnect is because we are coming off a couple of really good years where property values appreciated in leaps and bounds. People were able to price much higher than the last comparable sale and get it, as Buyers were ready, willi...
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Your Copper Mountain Vacation Home
2008-04-21 21:35:00
Copper Mountain is a great location for your next vacation home and gives you the option to rent it when you're not using it.
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Silverthorne home owners, Doggy Days at the Rec Center is here again.
2008-04-21 18:24:00
Anyone living in Summit County can take advantage of the annual Doggy days event at the Silverthorne recreation center. Once a year, before the pool is shut down for its annual cleaning and maintenance, dog owners have the opportunity to allow their dogs to swim in the pool. It has turned into quite an event, with several sessions and even a Big Air contest! This year it will be Sunday, April 27th, 2008. Water loving dogs like labs and retrievers have a ball at a time of year when they are not able to access lakes and rivers because of ice. It is so popular that you need to make a reservation by calling Christian Liles at 970-262-7380 or email cliles@silve& #114;thorne.org. Sessions are from 9am to 10:30am and 11am to 12:30 pm. You must provide copies of current vacination certificates for Rabies, Distemper and Bordetella before the 27th or the dog will not be able to participate. Cost is $12 for one dog, $15 for two, and $17 for 3, which is ...
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The scoop on real estate in Copper Mountain Colorado
2008-04-18 19:57:00
Copper Mountain real estate is always interesting. It doesn't always reflect what is going on in the rest of the market in Summit County as a whole. It is almost exclusively a second home and vacation home market with few, if any, primary residences. Copper has a total of about 3,000 condos, townhomes and single family homes. Recently some multi million dollar homes have been built in the Lewis Ranch area and they will skew the average sales price when they sell. When trying to analyze the market, it is best to break it down by price range. As in most other areas, the lower priced property sells more than in any other price range. In 2006 there were 33 sales of condos under $300,000 at Copper Mountain. Today there are only five listed for sale, with three more under contract. What that means, if you have a condo in that price range that you would like to sell, is that you could expect that it would sell in less than two months. However, it depends on the time of year, as ...
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Light and Bright Frisco Condo
2008-04-18 19:28:00
A charming 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo in Frisco with lock off capabilities that makes a great Summit County getaway or rental property.
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Is this neighborhood of Frisco Colorado homes the best in Frisco?
2008-04-16 19:09:00
Waterdance townhomes and Wooden Canoe at Waterdance Those who own other Frisco real estate might argue with you, but let's look at Waterdance and see what we find. Those looking to buy homes in Frisco, Colorado , often consider the Waterdance subdivisions. Wooden Canoe at Waterdance is actually the name of the subdivison of the single family homes. The 40 Waterdance Townhomes were built first, in 1994, with the original selling prices in the mid $200s. They range in size from about 2500 square feet to almost 3000 square feet, with three or four bedrooms. Today they sell between $600,000 and $800,000+, depending on location. They have plenty of space on three levels, and are an easy place to live on a full time basis, although many of the owners use them as second homes. Living in a townhome does mean that you pay reasonable homeowner association dues of $275 a month, but it also means that you don't have to deal with exterior maintenance. Many second home owners prefer ...
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An Amazing Silverthorne Home in Laredo Lofts
2008-04-15 18:03:00
Exactly what you expect from a loft but located in Silverthorne , Colorado, just minutes from skiing, hiking, sailing and more.
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Partial Ownership Opportunity in a Wildernest Condo
2008-04-13 00:53:00
An affordable way to finally have the time you have always wanted in Summit County.
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This Silverthorne Condo is Your Perfect Mountain Retreat
2008-04-13 00:31:00
This 2 bedroom Silverthorne condo is well equipped and ready to be your perfect mountain home.
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Summit County real estate for sale and other signs of spring
2008-04-09 23:41:00
More Summit County real estate is listed in April and May than any other time of the year.  It is a sure sign of spring.  April is mud season and it is also listing season.  Real estate signs pop up like tulips, and fall over just as fast.  When the ground is still frozen, there is no place to put them except in snow banks.  Snow melts pretty quickly this time of year, and we are constantly having to check our signs to make sure they are still standing.  We encourage our clients who are planning on buying this summer to move the dates up if possible, so that they can take advantage of the good selection we almost always have by Memorial Day.  It is a great time to choose your new condo, before the majority of tourists arrive mid June and everything gets picked over. I drove around Summit County this week to find other signs of spring.  Space for lease is a big one this time of year.  Businesses held out through winter but they close in spring rather than pay rent throug...
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Summit County Real Estate Quarterly Market Snapshot
2008-04-08 18:03:00
A Market Snapshot direct to you. Get a brief overview in your inbox every quarter that gives you a look at the Summit County real estate market.  With a simple click of the mouse additional, in depth information can be sent directly to you via email, or snail mail if you prefer.  These reports include statistics, a market analysis and predictions for the near future of Summit County real estate. Quality, informed real estate decisions begin with quality real estate information. The national housing market can be identical to, the complete opposite of, or anywhere in between the conditions of the real estate market in Summit County, Denver, or other markets around the nation.  The only way to know what is happening in a specific area is to find out from experts in that area.  Let The Mountain Living Team be your source for Summit County real estate information.  If you are considering buying or selling a Summit County property the Market Snapshot is just one more tool The Mounta...
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Vacation home sales drop 30%, but not in Summit County Colorado
2008-04-04 06:57:00
Summit County Colorado vacation home and second home sales were down but prices were up.  Breckenridge ski condos, Frisco homes, Copper Mountain, Keystone, Dillon and Silverthorne real estate all sold well in 2007 and so far 2008 is okay.  However, that was not the case in other parts of the country.  Phoenix, Las Vegas and Miami were particularly hard hit.  ...
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Attention Summit County Locals and Wannabes
2008-04-02 01:16:00
The Mountain Living Team has recently listed two condos in Frisco that are perfect for locals. Both have everything a local wants; garages, in unit laundry facilities and excellent, centralized locations. The first is a 2 bedroom, 2 bath Cobblestone Condo only one block off Main Street in Frisco. It has an oversized 1 ...
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The Summit County Colorado county website
2008-03-31 22:25:00
If you are looking for an information packed website (in addition to our own Summit County Real Estate site) check out the Summit County website at www.co.summit.co.us.   It is loaded with information, from the hours the Landfill is open to the location of the Animal Shelter.  I often use it when I am looking for real ...
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One More Reason to Love Frisco, Colorado!
2008-03-28 22:15:00
This cute and spacious 1 bedroom, 1.5 bath condo in Frisco has everything you need!
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5 reasons to overprice your Summit County home when selling it.
2008-03-28 05:41:00
Your Realtor will love you.  In Summit County , Colorado, with more than 800 Realtors, it is hard to get a listing.  Your Realtor will be able to say that he or she has a listing for a long time. You won’t have to worry about people messing up your house as they traipse through it on a daily basis. No ...
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This Frisco Condo is in the Perfect Spot!
2008-03-25 19:16:00
A central location that allows you to easily enjoy all that Summit County has to offer.
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2008-2009 Breckenridge season pass prices announced by Vail Resorts
2008-03-21 00:05:00
Vail Resorts announced a new Epic Pass today, with unlimited access to Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone, Arapahoe Basin and Heavenly for one (low) price of $579.  There are no blackout dates, even on holidays.  The pass is available until November 15, 2008 , but Vail Resorts is not promising that the price won’t increase before then.  I ...
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Buy your Summit County real estate with a smaller down payment.
2008-03-18 05:47:00
Plus, a couple of tips to help you find a lender when buying a second home in Summit County . If you are buying a home in Frisco, a condo in Breckenridge or a vacation home at Keystone or Copper Mountain, your choice of a lender is more important today than ever.  We have always encouraged our clients to use a local ...
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