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Dec 8, 20204 min read

iBuyers + the Colorado real estate market

Basically, at least once a day, I tell myself I need to increase my Zillow stock, buy some Redfin and set Google alerts for Opendoor. And...

Why you should buy an Airbnb investment in Littleton RIGHT NOW

James Carlson

Dec 3, 20203 min read

Why you should buy an Airbnb investment in Littleton RIGHT NOW

It's tough to run a full-time Airbnb in Colorado. Most cities have a primary residence rule -- that is, you can only do short-term...

Remote Workers Are Your Next Tenants/Buyers

Erin Spradlin

Nov 9, 20203 min read

Remote Workers Are Your Next Tenants/Buyers

Remote working, also referred to as telecommuting, is coming to Colorado Springs and Denver. Actually, it's here: ushered in by an...

Why your first 'investment' should be your primary residence

James Carlson

Oct 30, 20203 min read

Why your first 'investment' should be your primary residence

When working with buyers in Denver and Colorado Springs, we hear two statements all the time: We want our first purchase to be a...

RiNo Developer Moves into Denver’s Clayton ‘Hood

James Carlson

Sep 15, 20202 min read

RiNo Developer Moves into Denver’s Clayton ‘Hood

You may not know the name Ken Wolf, but you know his work. He’s the developer behind much of what you see in Denver’s RiNo Art District....

James Carlson

Aug 18, 20202 min read

Arvada legalizes Airbnb investments

Arvada's new Airbnb law allows you to own up to 3 short-term rentals.

How to House Hack with a Basement Apartment

James Carlson

Aug 6, 20205 min read

How to House Hack with a Basement Apartment

How to house hack in Denver or Colorado Springs with a basement apartment.

The 5 Biggest Mistakes Home Sellers Make in Denver

James Carlson

Jul 17, 20203 min read

The 5 Biggest Mistakes Home Sellers Make in Denver

Make the most of your Denver home sale. Avoid these five mistakes and get top dollar for your property.

CO Springs commission pushes back on Airbnb ordinance

James Carlson

Aug 28, 20181 min read

CO Springs commission pushes back on Airbnb ordinance

All Colorado Springs Airbnb investors should take note of some recent action before the Colorado Springs Planning Commission Earlier this...

5 Things to Know About Getting Pre-Qualified for a Home Loan

Erin Spradlin

Jun 20, 20181 min read

5 Things to Know About Getting Pre-Qualified for a Home Loan

In my work as a real estate agent, when I meet with new clients, I prepare them for three phases of home buying: the pre home search, the...

5 Ways to Know Your NOT Ready to Invest in Real Estate

Erin Spradlin

Apr 16, 20181 min read

5 Ways to Know Your NOT Ready to Invest in Real Estate

Check out my latest Bigger Pockets' article on what you need to know about investing and how to prepare yourself for the big challenge....

Erin Spradlin

Apr 9, 20182 min read

5 Things to Do in Denver on Mother's Day

And, yes, I'm writing this post now so you'll still have time to make a reservation if need be. Anyway, MOMS. Mine is very good at making...

7 Tips for Getting a House in a Hot Market (Like Denver!)

Erin Spradlin

Apr 5, 20181 min read

7 Tips for Getting a House in a Hot Market (Like Denver!)

New Bigger Pockets' blog about strategies for getting places in Denver: 7 Tips for Getting a House in a Hot Market (Like Denver!)...

Denver Graffiti Tour to highlight RiNo's best street art

James Carlson

Mar 24, 20181 min read

Denver Graffiti Tour to highlight RiNo's best street art

The Denver Graffiti Tour will go behind the scenes of RiNo's best street art. Book today!

Airbnb to collect Denver lodger's tax ... finally

James Carlson

Mar 16, 20181 min read

Airbnb to collect Denver lodger's tax ... finally

After more than a year of conversation, the city of Denver and Airbnb have reached an agreement to allow Airbnb to collect taxes on...

James Carlson

Feb 16, 20182 min read

Update on Denver's Airbnb law

Enforcement of Denver's Airbnb is increasing but not as fast as the number of short-term rentals in the Mile High City.

James Carlson

Jan 24, 20181 min read

2018 Denver Real Estate Market Report

The yearly report on Denver real estate is beginning to sound redundant. Inventory is low. Demand is high. And prices increased by 8%.

Athmar Park ranks 25th most competitive neighborhood in the U.S.

James Carlson

Jan 22, 20181 min read

Athmar Park ranks 25th most competitive neighborhood in the U.S.

Athmar Park was the 25th most competitive neighborhood in the country in 2017, according to a report out by Redfin. It's not surprising...

10 Items You Should Absolutely Provide Your Airbnb Guests

Erin Spradlin

Jan 17, 20181 min read

10 Items You Should Absolutely Provide Your Airbnb Guests

#airbnbvideo #airbnbpricing #airbnbdenver

Erin Spradlin

Dec 5, 20171 min read

3 Tips to Safe Airbnb-ing

Errr. I look seriously goofy in this thumbnail, but I'll take one for the team here. #airbnbvideo #airbnbdenver #airbnbsafe