If a Buyer will be financing a property, there will be an appraisal ordered.  (a few exceptions may be considered)     Buyers in Denver always ask about this process, as being in a strong Seller's market, some Buyers are making offers over List Price.   Some of these prices are over Fair Market value, and concerns arise about whether or not the property will appraise. That is always a great conversation to have so Buyers know what their options are if a property does not appraise.    If the home appraises at fair market value, and the contract purchase price is $25,000 above, you should address this gap in the contract.   In the current market, the buyer will pay for the amount offered over appraised value.   (This is in addition to the down payment and closing costs.)  If the contract... 01/21/2022

  You will find Beacon Point East of E-470 and North of Smoky Hill in Southeast Aurora,  Arapahoe County.   Beacon Point has been a highly sought-after neighborhood due to the executive homes and the location close to Aurora Reservoir and all within Cherry Creek School District.   Beacon Point is located in zip code 80016.  There are approximately 875 homes in Beacon Point.  And, although this is a larger neighborhood, we don't see much activity.  Homeowners enjoy living in Beacon Point with the amenities and surrounding beauty!   Homes in Beacon Point range from 1,874 square feet to 6,718 finished square feet and range in price from $450,000 and some topping the $1 million price point.    Homes were built from 2005 to 2017.   You will find a few homes with a 2-car garage, most have 3-... 01/20/2022

 Stroh Ranch is a highly desirable community in South Parker 80134.     This community is located West of Parker Road (Highway 83) between Hess Road and Stroh.    You will find single-family homes, condos, and townhomes.   Many of the homes in Anthology (to the West of this community) have this legal description and will show up in searches.  You will know they are in Anthology, as they were all built in the 2000s.  There are currently 1,292 homes in Stroh Ranch.   If you commute to downtown Denver, your commute will be 30-45 minutes depending on traffic and weather.   Snow will increase this drive time.   However, if you catch the light rail at I-25 and Lincoln, this commute will be shorter.   There are two hospitals within close proximity of Stroh Ranch - Sky Ridge which is in Lone Tr... 01/22/2022

Westcliffe, CO Weather for January 22, 2022Good Morning Westcliffe, CO14°Our Saturday morning starts with very cold temperatures and cloudy skies.Today promises to be sunny with a high temperature in the middle to upper 30's.We begin with a south wind around 5mph becoming west in the afternoon.Sunrise:  7:13Sunset:  5:13Enjoy your day! 01/22/2022