In the second half of this year, the housing market surged with activity. Today, real estate experts are looking ahead to the winter season and the forecast is anything but chilly. As Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors (NAR), notes: “It will be one of the best winter sales years ever.” The typical winter slowdown in the housing market is simply not on the radar. Here’s why. While today’s historically low mortgage rates ... read more

Note: Please be sure to follow COVID-19 safety recommendations for your local states and areas. Thanksgiving Day is a wonderful time to gather, give thanks and share in the joy of family and friends, so make it a memorable occasion by putting your own signature style on the event. Surprise your guests with unique touches you bring to your food and table that will make them feel extra special and make them sigh with contentment. Don’t forget the kiddos. Kick up the fun at the kids’ table and keep th... read more

Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties is thrilled to announce that its virtual Homes for Dogs Project, October 19-30, helped find forever homes for 107 pets! We partnered with local animal shelters in each of the markets we serve throughout Colorado, Idaho and Montana to raise awareness for adoptable pets and collect food and toy donations. This annual event, which is typically held in person, took place virtually this year. It reached over 18,500 people on social media, and featured collection boxes in each offi... read more

In today’s real estate market, the buzz is all about how it’s a great time to sell your house. Buyer demand is high, and there simply aren’t enough homes available to buy to meet that growing need. This means now is the time to make a move so you can close the deal on your ideal terms. Even in today’s strong sellers’ market, there are homeowners who are choosing not to sell due to ongoing concerns around the health crisis, financial uncertainty, and life in gen... read more

As we enter the final months of 2020 and continue to work through the challenges this year has brought, some of us wonder what impact continued economic uncertainty could have on home prices. Looking at the big picture, the rules of supply and demand will give us the clearest idea of what is to come. Due to the undersupply of homes on the market today, there’s upward pressure on prices. Consider simple economics: when there is high demand for an item and a low supply of it, consumers are willing to ... read more