From the Trail
Jon Hatch
From the Trail #50, Dad and Son!

Another perfectly good day wasted on the Colorado River with ma Bird!

From the Trail #50, Dad and Son!

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Boulder County Buzz, July 2023

Boulder County Buzz, July 2023

I trust you’re knee deep into summer fun by now! The abundance of outdoor recreation, concerts, camping, backyard hang time and fishing trips make for the best time of year here in Colorado. As the biz typically slows in July it’s always nice to use the time to jump in feet first into our Planet Colorado. Our state really knows how to reboot the body and soul. I appreciate that so much as we roll into late summer and fall seasons where my business picks up steam again.

And now, what to think about this current real estate market? Recall it was just last June when we saw the peak of the crazy COVID and post-COVID mayhem. While the market is different now, like less frenetic and somewhat more balanced, it is not suffering—despite what you may have read, this market has a lumpy head. Yes, we are seeing some longer days on market, some price reductions and fewer multiple offer scenarios, but our prices are still up month to month. But indeed they are less impressive than ’21 and '22.

You buyers who were tapping the brakes for better days? Your time is near and your mission’s clear—consider jumping back in as we are approaching what some call the "summer slump" when the number of viewings, offers, and showings are waning. Meanwhile listings are coming into the marketplace at a more frequent clip. So while your competition is on summer vacation, maybe it’s time you step to the line!

This month’s charity for giving is Growing Gardens in Boulder. Over the last 25 years, Growing Gardens has brought regenerative agriculture education and food donations to over 136,000 Boulder County residents. Growing Gardens’ programs empower people of all ages, income levels, and abilities by reconnecting them with their local food systems and teaching gardening, cooking, and nutrition education. Please see how important this program is and give today!

Meanwhile, for another dose of Hatch From the Trail, please tune in here to #52!

​Thank you and don’t forget to SMILE!

Jon Hatch

Realtor®, RE/MAX Lifetime Achievement®, RE/MAX Hall of Fame®, GRI®, ABR®
RE/MAX of Boulder

​303-513-2834
​​​hatch@boulderco.com
​​​http://www.jonhatch.com

​Lead photo: sunset in cloud reflection east of Boulder from the Pearl Street Mall in Downtown Boulder by Jon Hatch.

Boulder County Buzz - January 2021

Boulder County Buzz - January 2021

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,
HATCH

FROM THE TRAIL, #43 - with ACOUSTIC AMBUSH

FROM THE TRAIL, #43 - with ACOUSTIC AMBUSH

When the friends we know put smiles on our faces in a time when life is weird, it’s liberating, it’s observing the silver linings and for some, it’s just downright awful and sad. Thank you to Acoustic Ambush; Chris Alaimo, Russ Grabski, Dave Haynes and Jeff Lyons for lighting up our Chautauqua Sunday with amazing beats and ridiculous jamz and bringing in special guest Lily Fangz. She killz it! #acousticambush #LILYFANGZ

Boulder County Buzz - February 2020

Boulder County Buzz - February 2020

It's February and love has been buzzing in the air here in Boulder County. I picked a bad week to stop eating Ghirardelli chocolate and Dunkin’ Donuts, but I’ll be fine this Valentine's season.

The market here in BoCo has come in with some fizz and pop. My phone is ringing and the email inbox notification bleep is constant - it’s that time of year. Tried and true, just after the Super Bowl each year, activity starts to buzz and the market works its way into the usual springtime frenzy, and we still have a month of winter. But I'll take it. I’m ready. Bring it on!

Meanwhile, read about the ups and downs in the national housing market in an article from The Denver Post. Also, 5280 Magazine gives a breakdown of how monthly expenses in 2019 could look for you. And The Daily Camera debates whether or not the land sale by Shining Mountain Waldorf School should be used for affordable housing in Boulder.

Let's connect soon to discuss your real estate goals for 2019. And don’t forget I’m never too busy for your referrals.

OMG #31?? YEP! Please tune in to Part 31 From the Trail to hear what old and new friends share what they’re grateful for - it’s awesome!

This month I’m featuring another non-profit program, The Water Wheel foundation, which mainly uses live music events, like the Phish from Vermont, to fundraise for local, non-profit organizations from a large sphere of needs including social services, primarily those benefitting women and children; environmental, with a focus on clean water and land conservation with public access; as well as food banks and urban gardening for example. Please see how important this program is and consider giving today!

Thank you for your business and thank you for tuning in,
HATCH

Boulder County Buzz - November 2019

Boulder County Buzz - November 2019

Snow and Holiday Shopping in Boulder County!

With cold temps and early season snow, it feels like we had a pretty short autumn season. It’s about time to hang up the fly rods and take the winter gear out of the attic. And now the holidays are upon us. I wish you and yours a happy Thanksgiving Holiday.

Boulder County Buzz - September 2019

Boulder County Buzz - September 2019

Fall is just a few short days away, and we're enjoying the cooler weather and the glimmer of gold on the aspen trees. Now is the season to get yard work done and winterize your outdoor plants in preparation for winter. But my favorite part of fall is enjoying drinks and s'mores in the cool evenings around a fire on the fore pit with family and friends. Be sure to follow all rules around bonfires this time of year. What's you favorite part of fall in Boulder County? Mine? Chasing my kids, trout and preparing for the Aspen Golden leaf half marathon later this month.

FROM THE TRAIL - PART 35

FROM THE TRAIL - PART 35

"I guess I'm just an obstacle. A thing to overcome. If I could sneek around myself. Again I'll know I've won. The moment seems to hang and float. Before me with no end, 'till I'm released, awaken beast. I'm on the road again..."

Part 34 FTT! What are you grateful for? 80's music? I like the nightlife baby. And moving in stereo!!

Boulder County Buzz - May 2019

Boulder County Buzz - May 2019

Spring is finally in full swing, and summer is only a month away, which is hard to believe. Now that we've surely seen the last of the snow and cold, it's time to think about our gardens. The Hatches raised garden beds are starting to see sprouts from radish, kale and beet seeds pushing through the soil. And the hops vines are reaching higher by the minute. I have a great article here on container gardening, and some helpful guides from Colorado State University with a lot of info if you're just starting out as a green thumb.

Boulder County Buzz - April 2018

Boulder County Buzz - April 2018

Get Outside and Enjoy Beautiful Boulder County

Spring has arrived and brought with it the 2018 first quarter stats, as well as some seasonal highlights: the Boulder Farmer’s Market, muddy running trails, burbling creeks  and a spunky real estate market.

This month The Buzz includes articles on how to sell your home faster with important staging and photography tips, as well as a great checklist for first time buyers. Also, if you’re curious about which direction the median price of homes is going in the area, check out the quarterly stats as well as the last article about our local market. I’ve been very busy with buyers and sellers this spring. It’s been one of my busiest late winter, early spring seasons in recent memory. I am so grateful to be so busy. I finally hired a transaction coordinator in January and Nicole is so helpful and fun to work with. She has streamlined my business and made it so much better. 

This month I’m featuring another community non-profit program, Attention Homes program for youth in Boulder. Attention Homes is a safe resource for youth in crisis providing shelter, structure, and access to crucial services so that homeless and displaced youth can become stable, independent members of our community and achieve their potential. Please see how important this program is and consider giving today.

Please visit my YouTube Channel for Part 25 From the Trail! And remember, if you have questions about any real estate decisions this year, please give me a buzz. But not this weekend, because I’m off to Wyoming with my peeps to meditate on the river and fool some trout. Thank you again for your business, HATCH

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Jon Hatch

303-513-2834

jon.hatch@compass.com

compass - boulder

1470 walnut Ave. suite 201/202

Boulder, CO 80302