Alan Brown

Here are the stats on the few homes that did sell during January 2009 as compared to January 2008.

Year Number Sold Avg Sales Price Days on Mkt

2008 23 $221,952 150

2009 12 $227,191 208

As you can see the number sold dropped in half and the days on the market increased but the average sales price increased a little. It will be interesting to see what happens this month. If you would like a more detailed list or sales on lots or commercial property be sure to contact me brownbrit@aol.com

This 2007 home was built by Jason Byler. It is on a corner lot. The home faces south so the snow melts quicker. All stucco exterior. Landscaped and fenced in the back with split rail fencing. There is a covered patio.

The floor plan has a good open flow to it. Large 24 x 17 living room with a rock gas fireplace in the corner. 3bedrooms 2 baths, 3 car garage. There is natural gas in floor heat. A breakfast nook as well as a large 16 x 13 dining area. A total of 1903 sq ft hardly lived in like new. Priced at $319,900 MLS # 618618

You have decided to sell your home, you have an idea what it is worth. You call the different realtors and one by one they come to your home and meet with you armed with a Competitive Market Analysis of your home.

Some Realtors will come up with a price that is lower than you thought. However they back it up with recent sales. One agent tells you your home is worth more than the recent sales and even more than you thought it was worth. This known in the Real Estate business as Buying the Listing.

Why do agents do this? They hope that you will list with them and then as time goes on they will work on you to lower the price. Be careful doing this. It is very important to list your home at the very begining at a price where it will sell. The most activity you will receive on your as fsar as showings e.t.c. will come in the first 30 days of it hitting the market. If your price is to high potential buyers will not look at your home. Pricing it correctly from the very begining is very important.

If you would like a CMA on your Real Estate you can contact me at 970-209-8436 or brownbrit@aol.com

This beautiful home was built in 2002 by Joe Sullivan who has been voted Montrose's Best Builder the last 3 years in a row. Located on a 1/3 acre lot that backs up to a 15 acre lake. There is a boat dock off the backyard where you can sit and watch the sunset.

Open floor plan great for entertaining guests. Oak cabinets and hardwood floors. There is a formal dining room, a separate office, ground floor master suite. Hot tub included on the back patio. There are views of the San Juan Mountains from the back yard. A total of 2795 sq ft with all the 3's Beds Baths and Garages. Priced at $465,000 if you would like more information or more photos contact me at 970-209-8436 or brownbrit@aol.com

UNDER CONTRACT AFTER 6 DAYS

Did you know that there is a senior tax exemption in the State of Colorado?

It is availableto senior citizens and the surviving spouses of senior citizens. The State reimburses the local governments for the loss in revenue. For those who qualify 50% of the first $200,000 of actual value of the applicant's primary residence is exempted. The applicant may apply for the exemption on only one property. No more than one exemption per tax year shall be allowed.

Qualifying Senior Citizen

1. The applicant is at least 65 years old on Jan 1 of the year in which they apply.

2. The applicant is the property owner of record and has owned the property for at least 10 consecutive years prior to Jan 1.

3. The applicant occupies the property as their primary residence, and has done so for 10 consecutive years prior to Jan 1.

If you you would like further information please contact me brownbrit@aol.com 970-209-8436