The year-end statistics for La Plata County were released recently and the lack of affordable homes for sale has pushed the number of sales down and raised prices in most areas and price segments. The median price for La Plata County increased by 5.7% from $369,000 to $390,000, with sales decreasing from 1163 to 1127, a 3.1% drop. Most of the new construction is in the higher price ranges, as … Continue reading...
LIVING IN DURANGO – NOT FOR EVERYBODY ……But it is for most of us
Like everything else in life, good things come with challenges. Moving to Durango is no different; it’s a great place to live but there are issues that have to be considered. For most people, the benefits outweigh any downside by a considerable margin. However, for some considering relocation, the challenges are too great. Based on my extensive interaction with buyers, here are the major thinks … Continue reading...
BUYING A HOME WITHOUT REPRESENTATION IS A BIG MISTAKE
During my many years as an exclusive buyers’ agent, I occasionally talk with a prospective buyer who believes that it is in their interest to deal directly with the owner of a property or the seller’s agent rather than have a buyer’s agent represent them. This perspective is puzzling and doesn’t make any sense to me. In my experience, I’ve found that most sellers attempting to sell their home … Continue reading...
FOUR CRITICAL THINGS TO DO BEFORE YOU MAKE AN OFFER
There are many things to consider when buying a home. At some point during your home search process, you will view a home that appeals to you and will think about having your agent prepare an offer. Before you have your agent prepare and submit your offer, there are four critical things that should be considered or steps that should be taken. The most critical step before moving forward on a … Continue reading...
DURANGO’S BEST CONDOMINIUM COMMUNITIES
As Durango’s exclusive buyers’ agent, I meet a lot of buyers who want to know which areas in La Plata County to avoid. Thankfully, I can inform new residents of our community that there are no neighborhoods that I consider unsafe or not desirable. This is in sharp contrast to my days representing buyers in the Los Angeles area years ago, where there were a number of dangerous areas. I advise my … Continue reading...
