http://www.key2denverhomes.com Denver Real Estate Sat, 14 Mar 2009 03:19:12 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Bungalows, lofts, freshly painted victorians, modern condo projects pepper this vibrant hood. Housing options range from classic Victorian and Queen Anne-style single family homes to newly constructed, modern condominiums. Quaint brick bungalows join the mix, along with several apartment complexes. Uptown also has a nice variety of loft conversions. The price ... http://www.key2denverhomes.com/2009/03/13/whats-the-best-denver-neighborhood-a-look-at-uptown/ Known for being one of Denver's first neighborhoods, Curtis Park was developed in the 1860s -1870's.  This neighborhood is growing as it is adjacent to downtown and offers a wide variety of living options. From loft, brick ranches and stately Victorians, Curtis Park can satisfy the discriminate buyer. ... http://www.key2denverhomes.com/2009/03/13/best-denver-neighborhood-a-look-at-curtis-park/ Description Jan-08 Jan-09 % Change # of Closed Sales Month 2351 1943 -17.4% #of Closed Sales -YTD 2351 1943 -17.4% Average Days on the Market 113 99 -12.4% # of Active Listings 18,716 15047 -19.6% # of New Listings 8,195 6373 -22.2% Average Price Sold $281,203 $230,878 -17.9% Courtesy of Land Title. Data maintained by Metrolist http://www.key2denverhomes.com/2009/02/15/denver-real-estate-trends-for-january-2009/ Description Jan-08 Jan-09 % Change # of Closed Sales Month 73 41 -43.8% #of Closed Sales -YTD 73 41 -43.8% Average Days on the Market 94 82 -12.8% # of Active Listings 454 400 -11.9% # of New Listings 246 218 -11.4% Average Price Sold $241,566 $248,517 2.9% Courtesy of Land Title. Data maintained by Metrolist http://www.key2denverhomes.com/2009/02/15/denver-northwest-real-estate-trends-january-2009/ "I am moving to Denver, What is the best neighborhood?" " I want to be close to Downtown and far away from suburbia" These questions run rampant on websites and among friends planning to move to Denver. Many travel from the west and east coasts, many are ... http://www.key2denverhomes.com/2009/02/07/whats-the-best-neighborhood-in-denver-a-look-at-capitol-hill/ "I am moving to Denver, What is the best neighborhood?"   "I want to be close to Downtown and far away from suburbia"  These questions run rampant on websites and among friends planning to move to Denver. Many travel from the west and east coasts, many are young, single and ready ... http://www.key2denverhomes.com/2009/02/07/whats-the-best-denver-neighborhood-a-look-at-five-points/ The Bush Administration unveiled on October 1 additional mortgage assistance for homeowners at risk of foreclosure. The HOPE for Homeowners program will refinance mortgages for borrowers who are having difficulty making their payments, but can afford a new loan insured by HUD's Federal Housing Administration (FHA). The HOPE for Homeowners program ... http://www.key2denverhomes.com/2008/10/31/hope-for-homeowners/ Winter Energy Saving Tips Energy prices are on the rise across the nation. As a result, heating costs will consume an increasingly larger portion of a household's energy budget. That's why it's important to check your home to insure that your heating dollars aren't being wasted. When cold weather approaches, use this checklist of simple ... http://www.key2denverhomes.com/2008/10/28/winter-energy-saving-tips/ Ever wonder how long various systems last in an average home? So did researchers at Freddie Mac. (c) 1995 Freddie Mac. All rights reserved. Reproduced with permission from Freddie Mac. Appliances Life Estimate in Years Dishwashers 5 to 12 Disposals 5 to 12 Washers and dryers 8 to 12 Water heaters 8 to 12 Refrigerators 15 to 20 Stoves 15 to ... http://www.key2denverhomes.com/2008/10/20/life-estimate-for-appliances-and-other-home-repair-items/ Odds are stacked high...credit scores can be ally or foe, yet for all the challenges, you should buy a home.  In our market, those buying now are buying near the bottom..imagine looking back 10 years from now and thinking to yourself.  Wow, that was a smart move and positioned us ... http://www.key2denverhomes.com/2008/08/21/5-reasons-to-buy-your-first-denver-home/