Do you remember where you were one year ago? I don’t remember, really. Likely I was setting goals and ramping up for 2020 biz. I know I was eating out, seeing live concerts and going to the movies with family. Masks and hand sanitizer? Nope! What a difference a year makes. However, 2020 had so many great moments for me. I did things differently and explored the countryside and woods more than usual. I slowed down some. And time seemed to stop occasionally, right? We all forgot what day it was. 2020 gave moments to breathe and pray for patience and for those we lost. While it was my best year yet in the biz, I found it hard to cheer out loud, as so many suffered. Here’s to normal again and to leadership, science, community, in-person stuff and live music in 2021!
Now, I know the New Year just started, but it's never too early to start planning your real estate future. While 2020 was a historic year for home sales, 2021 is expected to continue with high demand for housing here in the BoCo. Boulder County again saw a drop in inventory and immense demand and so average sales prices were up 6% from 2019. Properties under contract are way above 50% in some areas like Louisville 85% of listings are pending sales. The low inventory, coupled with low mortgage interest rates at around 2.6%, and relocation are driving the market! In Boulder the average sales price for all of 2020 is $1.291M. The median finally cracked the $1M mark. So if you’re on the fence about selling, wait no more. It just may be time. Please reach out—I’m happy to strategize with you.
I have several new listings coming soon. Please visit my featured Boulder property coming to market in early February: 860 Grant Place in Chautauqua Heights in Boulder. This wonderful home, near Historic Chautauqua Park is going to go fast we think. Several restorations and additions have made this home so comfortable. It’s fully decorated with sunlight and color—a magazine property you could say. Please visit this home on my custom website today and yes, share with your friends!
This month I’m again featuring the non-profit program, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. This organization's mission is to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. Please see how important this program is and consider giving today!
Finally, thank you all for asking me to help with your real estate adventures and for referring your friends and family. I appreciate it so much. I hope you get what you strive for in 2021 and that all good things come your way.
Don’t forget to smile,
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Boulder County Buzz - January 2021