Peter

The Kentwood Companies’ leading website at www.DenverRealEstate.com continues to rock the real estate world with its remarkable volume of traffic.

Recent analytics revealed that the site had 10,000 more visits in January 2010 over the previous period last year.  Unique visitors are up 6,000 for the month, and overall search engine traffic is up about 3,000.  That’s a 38 percent increase in total visitor website traffic for the month of January over the same month in 2009.  Read More...

Peter

The clock is ticking on the opportunity to take advantage of the federal government’s extended and expanded tax credit for first-time homebuyers and current homeowners.

 The original tax credit of $8,000 for first-time buyers has been expanded to include a $6,500 credit for qualified current home owners.  Buyers must purchase a new or existing home prior to April 30, 2010.  If a binding sales contract is signed by April 30, 2010, home purchases completed on or before June 30, 2010 will qualify. 

 For the tax credit Read More...

Lance

Statistics have been compiled on unique visits, total visits and other key website details for www.DenverRealEstate.com in 2009 versus 2008, and the results are impressive. 

 The Kentwood Companies’ leading website enjoyed a 50 percent increase in unique visits and a 43 percent increase in total visits for the website compared to 2008.  Our website also posted an eight percent increase in unique views and a 24 percent increase in page Read More...

Lance

Kentwood City Properties has scheduled a First-Time Homebuyer Seminar for Wednesday, February 10, 2010 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at its downtown Denver office located at 1660 17th Street, Suite 100.  The seminar will address the state of the Denver real estate market, the process of buying a home, procedures for obtaining a loan, and how to decorate on a budget.  Space is limited to 20, so please make reservations by contacting Nina O’Kelley with Read More...

Betty Jean

Long Time Lowry Committees Reach a Necessary End
Lowry Planning and Disposition Subcommittee, the planning review committee intricate to the Lowry development process for many years, no longer has reason to meet as LRA has little more land development. Thus, we can see the end is drawing near for a number of steadfast community leaders and organizations.  (It was my pleasure and interesting to be part of this committee. All members were dedicated to Lowry’s well being.)
Adding to the dissolving committee list is the Lowry Read More...

Betty Jean

This clearly marks the end of a historical era.  The world renowned DFAS facility at Quebec and 2nd Avenue must close at that time, and the current employees express great sadness as they are transferred, seek other positions or retire.  The Director and Chief of Staff will be one of the very last to depart.  Enormous changes are expected once the DFAS is gone and the Air Force sells the property.  The property is owned by the Air Force and Lowry participation in the future development is in the form of guidelines that are being Read More...

Betty Jean

Eleven chapters down and four to go.  BACAC is eleven chapters nearer to completing their detailed assignment of nearly two years by City Councilwoman Marcia Johnson. The final four guideline chapters are being carefully scrutinized and adapted from the Lowry Redevelopment Guidelines as was the original charge of the committee.  In tandem, the thirteen member committee is tackling definitions for often used terms within the documents. Debbie Walters, chairperson for BACAC shares, “I think we should have all chapters complete by April and Read More...

Betty Jean

The #1 Lowry question is “How is Lowry’s real estate market?”
The #1 potential seller statement is “I am waiting for the market to come back before I sell.
The # 1 general question to me 2010 is “How is Denver’s real estate market?”
The #1 buyer statement is “I am waiting for the market to reach bottom before I purchase.”
 “No bell ever rings or whistle blows announcing the bottom.” Peter Niederman, Read More...

Peter

Denver Real Estate - Kentwood City Properties is Denver’s leading source for “City Close” properties.  Our experienced brokers know Denver better than any real estate professionals in the city.  Whether seeking a carefree loft in LoDo, a historic bungalow in Washington Park, a mansion in Country Club, or a flat in The Highlands, Kentwood City Properties is Read More...

Peter

Denver Real Estate - Paula King, a leading broker associate with The Kentwood Company at Cherry Creek, was recently featured in a front page article of the Denver Post’s real estate section on December 13, 2009.  The feature, written by Mark Samuelson, highlighted the town of Erie, Mayor Andrew Moore, homebuilders Kat and Kirk Velarde, and a recent listing of King’s in the Read More...

Pam

The Rocky Mountain Relocation Council’s (RMRC) board of directors gathered for its annual holiday luncheon on December 3rd in Denver.  This year, the event was wrapped in the spirit of giving as the council’s Charitable Causes Committee invited personnel from the U.S. Marines’ Marine Air Control Squadron 23 from Buckley Air Force Base in Aurora to join the board’s holiday tradition.  The squadron accepted a large quantity of new, unwrapped toys in support of the 2009 U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Campaign. 

 The Read More...

Peter

There are many factors that have contributed to the foreclosure crisis in Colorado and across the country, including loss of income, adjustable rate mortgages (ARMs), and the general state of the economy.  Medical emergencies, a death in the family, and a divorce can also contribute to an impending foreclosure.  Excessive debt and unexpected major home maintenance expenses can also be key factors.  But the best way to avoid foreclosure is to prevent the filing of a “Notice of Default.”

Lenders do not want to foreclose but will Read More...

Peter

Most people choose a real estate agent based on personal recommendations from a friend or family member.  This may be a good starting point, but it’s important to ask the agent several key questions to make sure they are right for your individual needs because many Realtors have different strengths, such as new construction or relocation expertise.

 Some real estate professionals are more competent on the seller’s side of the transaction while others are more skilled at helping buyers.  Some agents are more knowledgeable about Read More...

Kevin McCoy

I got a call this morning from a customer who recently bought her first home in Wheat Ridge. She told me her ‘pipes’ must be frozen because absolutely no water was coming out of her shower, her bathroom sink or her kitchen sink. And it just so happened that we had a “Big Chill” last night in the Denver Metro Area. Temperatures dipped to a frigid minus 2 degrees below zero and minus 13 degrees below zero (with the wind chill factor).

I asked if she knew where the water shut off valve was located inside the house. She didn’t. Read More...

John Fitzpatrick

Finding the right real estate company is not an easy task, but there are numerous advantages and benefits that The Kentwood Companies offer over the competition.  First and foremost, our award-winning website at www.DenverRealEstate.com is among the most advanced in the business.  Your listing will be viewed 24/7, providing maximum exposure to qualified prospects Read More...

Peter

There are several things Denver home sellers can do to enhance their home for a quicker sale, such as cleaning every room and removing clutter so the house appears bigger and brighter.  If your rooms are crowded, simply rent storage units and move some of the furniture out, creating a sleeker, spacious look.

Consider hiring a Read More...

Peter

Now homeowners can enjoy a little piece of the federal government’s tax credit pie.  The initial $8,000 tax credit for first-time home buyers has been extended through April 2010 and now includes a $6,500 tax credit for current homeowners.

The extended and expanded tax credit includes the $6,500 windfall for buyers who have owned their existing homes for at least five years.  This allows people to sell homes and do a lateral or buy-down move.  Both first-time buyers and current homeowners can now sign a purchase agreement by Read More...

Peter

Like most major metropolitan areas around the country, the Denver real estate market has had its share of highs and lows over the years.  During the past several months, record foreclosures have been in the headlines, and the luxury home market is not immune to this distressing situation.  On the other hand, this recession-fueled scenario has created some very exciting homebuying opportunities for move-up buyers and those relocating to the Read More...

Lance

Denver Real Estate– Peter Niederman, chief operating officer of The Kentwood Companies, and his family were honored by the Autism Society of Colorado at the organization’s second annual Face of Autism event held October 1, 2009 at Pallazo Verdi in Greenwood Village.  The Niederman family was recognized for contributions that have improved the lives of many families living with Autism in Colorado.  Former Colorado First Lady Frances Owens, honorary Read More...

Peter

Greenwood Village – A gorgeous home in the Orchard Hills neighborhood in Greenwood Village showcases historical significance, timeless design elements, and outdoor living spaces in a beautiful setting.  Originally built as the personal residence of Eugene Sternberg, a renowned architect and developer of the Orchard Hills neighborhood, the home at 9597 East Orchard Drive is listed exclusively by John Fitzpatrick, a Read More...

Peter

DENVER REAL ESTATE– Jennifer Dechtman, a top-producing broker associate with The Kentwood Company in the Denver Tech Center, has been honored with the 2009-2010 Charlotte Tucker Young Leadership Award from the Allied Jewish Federation of Colorado.  The award recognizes Dechtman’s commitment to volunteer work for the community and for her philanthropy.  The award, presented Read More...

Peter

Greenwood Village – The Kentwood Companies, Colorado’s premier real estate firm, was a silver sponsor and participant in the 9th Annual First American State Bank Fitness Festival held September 12th in Greenwood Village.  Approximately 3,000 people participated in the event to benefit the Read More...

Patsy

October 12, 2009 by Patsy Brown
That was the main question posed by Terry Watson at a recent 3 hr seminar sponsored by Wells Fargo at Denver’s Pepsi Center. With the changing economic and real estate market, he urged realtors to get out of their comfort zone and be creative in the way they did their business. Citing marketing examples such as the Peabody Hotel and their daily Duck Walk, Read More...

Peter

Kentwood presents Washington Park Homes Grand Opening on Sunday, October 10th from 1 - 4 p.m.. DON’T MISS OUT!!

Wash Park Row Homes - Grand Opening! Read More...

Peter

Denver Real Estate – Downtown Denver’s only townhomes featuring pet-friendly backyards and numerous “green” features are now available from $350,000.  Nestled in the popular Ballpark neighborhood, Fire Clay Lofts and Townhomes is a gated community located just seven blocks from Read More...

Peter

Prestigious Award Recognizes Dedication, Professionalism,
Community Spirit, and Leadership

Denver Real Estate – Gretchen Faber, managing broker of The Kentwood Company at Cherry Creek, has garnered the prestigious “Realtor of the Year” award from the Denver Board Read More...

Peter

Denver Real Estate – A beautifully restored home in Washington Park listed by Anastasia Williamson of Kentwood City Properties is the first “Pop Top” residence to receive the coveted Historic Designation from Historic Denver.  Located at 1101 South York Street, the spacious home is distinguished by Read More...

Anastasia

Extraordinary restoration in top Washington Park location!
The dramatic custom kitchen boasts slab granite, custom Omega cabinets, Baroque glass doors, Kitchen Aid stainless appliances, wine refrigerator, and oil rubbed bronze fixtures.
The romantic master suite features double doors with transom window, sitting area, fireplace, balcony, and 5-piece bath.
The timeless finishes throughout include Read More...

gretchen

A broker in my office came to me yesterday with some questions about a seller’s recourse if the loan doesn’t fund at closing.

Colorado is a “table closing” state, and our contract expressly states that the buyer must attend the closing with all moneys and documents.  This means that if a closing is at 4 p.m. on a Wednesday, as this broker’s closing was, the buyer and the buyer’s lender must perform under the terms of the contract at 4 p.m.

This lender had a lackadaisical Read More...

Peter

DENVER REAL ESTATE – Leilani Renteria, a leading broker associate with Kentwood City Properties, is sponsoring the Seventh Annual Sunnyside Music Festival scheduled for Saturday, September 12, 2009 in Chaffee Park.  The festival is a grass-roots neighborhood music fair showcasing a dozen family-friendly Colorado bands, neighborhood entertainers, boutique Read More...

Peter

DENVER REAL ESTATE – Amy Frankmore, a leading real estate professional and community volunteer, has joined The Kentwood Company at Cherry Creek as a broker associate.  Frankmore earned her real estate license in 1999 and is currently serving the diverse real estate needs of clients throughout Denver’s most desirable and historic Read More...

Peter

How’s TheE Real Estate Market?

Denver continues to remain one of the nation’s standout real estate markets according to the S&P/Case-Shiller Housing Index. At the end of July, Denver’s Real Estate inventory for single-family residences and condominiums totaled 20,890 compared to 25,673 in July 2008. This is a 19% reduction in housing Read More...

Peter

Denver Real Estate – It’s a vision of beauty and class that reflects the superior craftsmanship of its era.  A charming, historical Denver Square built in 1900 in West Washington Park is now listed by Doug Hutchins and Leslie Heldenbrand of The Kentwood Companies.  Located at 117 E. 2nd Avenue, no other home in the Read More...

Peter

By Meena Thiruvengadam
WASHINGTON — U.S. Existing-home sales rose in July to their highest level in nearly two years as cheaper prices and the availability of tax credits continued to entice buyers.
Home resales rose more than expected, bouncing 7.2% — the highest month-over-month percentage increase in more than a decade — to a seasonally adjusted 5.24 million annual rate, the National Association of Realtors said Friday.
Analysts surveyed by Dow Jones Newswires had expected an annual sales rate of 5 Read More...

Peter

DENVER REAL ESTATE – The Kentwood Companies, Colorado’s Premier Real Estate Company, has completed consumer-friendly enhancements to its leading website at www.DenverRealEstate.com, including search function upgrades that make the online home shopping experience easier and more rewarding.  Other improvements include Search Engine Optimization upgrades and visual design enhancements for Read More...

Peter

Gala Event Will Include Professionally Staged Home, Premier Art Show,
and Catering from the Kitchen Mistress

Denver Real Estate – Dee Chirafisi of Kentwood City Properties has announced the Grand Opening of Zuni Townhomes in Denver’s popular Highlands neighborhood for Thursday, September 3, 2009 from 4 to 7 p.m.  The gala affair will showcase truly Read More...

Peter

DENVER REAL ESTATE – Deviree Vallejo of Kentwood City Properties has announced an extraordinary opportunity for prospective homebuyers to tour a total of 15 exquisite residences at the remarkable 23-story Glass House in Read More...

Peter

Men everywhere dream of a space that is all their own and the garage seems to be the place!  In some homes, it is a much better place than just a man-cave. In fact, there are 299 homes on the market in all of the Denver Metro area right now that have 6 or more garage spaces! I know you car lovers take this stuff very seriously and many of these have serious prices, but there are even a few that will leave you enough in your pocket to buy more cars! at one of Read More...

Peter

Denver Real Estate – Rare residential jewels among gems in Denver’s highly desirable Highlands neighborhood are now available.  Deviree Read More...

Lance

Single-Level Flats Priced from the $300’s Include “Built Green” Features and Spacious Roof Garden at 2130 Stout Street in Denver

Denver Real Estate – Carbon Flats is a visionary new residential venue designed for young urbanites and the young at heart.  Located in Arapahoe Square at 2130 Stout Street in Denver, the enclave showcases 11 single-level Read More...

Lance

by Kenneth R. Harney
With the stock market still jumpy and investors worried that the global recession may not be ending soon enough, it may seem a little surprising to see strong positive signs in the home real estate market.
But that’s what’s been happening.
Pending home sales rose sharply, by nearly 7 percent, in the latest month measured by the National Association of Realtors. Pending sales are those where the contracts are signed, but the deals haven’t gone to settlement yet.
Pending sales were Read More...

gretchen

In a real estate market the size of Denver’s, you might be surprised to learn that we only added 119 new listings to our inventory since last month’s real estate Read More...