Denver news you can use. Denver CO market update and mythbusting. What a start of 2012! With all the news/views flying around I thought I would give you my point of view. The market is crazy right now and I am sure we all have a different idea of how our market is doing. Here are some key myths/points for you:
National Western Stock Show, Denver CO and Horse properties. It's that time of the year again. This will be the 116th birthday for the Denver stock show starting back in 1899. This year we expect attendance over 700,000 visitors. This event features everything from western artwork, tradeshow, livestock, horse shows, tractors, FOOD, and rodeos. Check out the complete list of events and times. There plenty of events for all ages and this has become a annual family tradition for many Denverites. Dates: January 7th-22nd.
For those visitors that don't want to leave check out these horse properties for sale.
70+ acres with complete horse set-up and fully detailed home in Deer Trail, CO: This property has so many details, it is easier to list them: 70+ acres with sweeping views, easy access to amenities and entertainment(14 miles to Byers and 45 to Denver) many creative uses and possibilities, driving & shooting range, spring/creek with possible pond area, gently sloping and level land, wildlife galore, 2 car attached garage, 2 car carport, 40 year roof, hardiboard siding, Thermo-pane windows, walk-out basement, huge deck, private patio/BBQ area, kid's sand box, landscaped, A/C, oak cabinets, oak & cedar finishes, stainless appliances, huge utility room and in-house water filtration.
250+ acres on Hilltop road, rolling land just outside of Parker. Mold into your dream ranch. Over 253 acres of flat ground for you to mold into whatever. Great sweeping views of the front range. Easy access to Parker with amenities 10 minutes away. 20 minutes to Metro Denver, minutes to Parker. Loads of potential in growing area, fabulous estate site or horse property. Rolling terrain with seasonal creek, several building sites. 1 domestic well. Awesome price per acre! 
5 Smith Bridge road, Bellvue CO 80512 Poudre Riverfront property: 200' of river frontage! 3 acres with custom built home right on the Poudre River. 4200 sq. ft. of awesome finishes with Knotty alder woodwork, 4.5 bathrooms with 2 jacuzzi tubs and steamer, marble tile, Brazilian cherry hardwoods, 2 fireplaces, custom stain glass door, high ceilings, office and a separate mother-in-law suite. Exterior finishes include an 8000 gallon water fall and pond and 2000' of patios and decks. 3 car shop with lift and compressor for your projects. A must see, the views are awesome. Easily commutable: 20 min. to Fort Collins right off Hwy 14. Fish out your back door, hike and hunt in the bordering BLM land. Additional 2 adjacent parcels for sale to total 4.5 acres.
Inspections are often a "sticky" part of the real estate transaction. Often buyers get bogged down in the details and want to ask for the moon to be fixed before moving on. Hence I find myself talking the buyer down to focusing on the saftey issues and big ticket items. Well, thanks to local Denver inspector Darryl Bashline from DBInspections he has so kindly put into words for us:
1. What are the top 5 things you don't want to find during a home inspection?
A: You don't want to find safety of costly repair issues such as: 1. Foundation problems 2. Roof/Structural problems 3. Water/wet basement/crawl space issues (they can lead to health/safety issues like mold) 4. Fire hazards/saftey issues: HVAC, fire or carbon monoxide hazards, Electrical fire hazards
2. What are the top 5 things you want to learn at a home inspection?
A: Question #1 in reverse order plus peace of mind. 2. Proper home care and maintenance 3. Roof installation details: roof flashing's 4. Furnace and water heater age and condition 5. proper exterior drainage
3. Why is radon such a big deal?
A: Radon is decaying uranium that enters a house by seeping up through the slab or crawlspace. It has been reported that radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer behind cigarette smoking. Radon is heavier than air and will build up at the lowest living space in the house. The EPA says Radon levels at or above 4.0 picocuries per liter of air should be mitigated. (mitigation systems typically run $800 to $1200)
4. What are the most common issues inside an electric panel?
A: 1. A breaker with a "double" tap. (two wires connected to one breaker) 2. An "over-fused" circuit. (wire size too small for breaker ratings) 3. Scorched or charred wiring or breakers 4. Aluminum branch wiring for general circuits 5. Openings in the dead front cover that a person could put a finger through (there is a reason it's called a "dead" front cover) 6. Out dated panels (Panels that use fuses instead of breakers and a fuse has been replaced with improper fuse rating or the fuse is wrapped in aluminum foil.)
5. What are the most common questions you encounter? How do you address them?
A: Common Questions: (1) Did the house pass inspection? (2) Should I / Would you buy this house? (3) What should I have the seller fix? Responses: (1) There is no "pass/fail" on my inspection. I am here to provide a comprehensive, unbiased, professional inspection of the property. (2) This question really isn't fair as I already have the home I want. I am here because you want this house. I never tell anybody weather they should/shouldn't buy a house, i am here to educate you about the house. (3) I do not get involved in who does what. that is between you and the seller and you Real Estate Professionals, however health and safety issues are commonly addressed.
Darryl Bashline Owner/Inspector DBInspections Co. 720-987-3661. dbinspections@msn.com
Thanks to Darryl for this information. Overall, inspections are to educate the buyer so they can make an educated decision. It is much like looking under the hood and kicking the tires of a new car before you buy it. Keep in mind all locations/regions are different so the concerns will vary.
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Cory Fitzsimmons helped us with the purchase of a home in April 2008. He was a huge
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the exact home we were looking for. He was extremely professional and helped us with
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We will be more than happy to work with him again and recommend him every chance
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Amy & Rocky, Colorado Springs, Colorado.
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Outstanding! when I called Cory I was really stretched for time. All of my roomates were moving out at the end of the month, leaving me homeless. With less than a month to find a house Cory was up for the challenge. I was a first time home buyer and knew very litle about the whole process, I felt lost and confused and thought I was in over my head. Cory not only helped ne find the right house for my needs but was outstanding at keeping me organized and informed as he walked me step by step through the process. I recommend Cory's outstanding service to everyone. Thanks for all your help!
Tony and Mykala, Denver, Colorado
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I started working with Cory Fitzsimmons of Kitz and Associates last
year and have found him to be a trustworthy realtor. One specific
moment that caught my attention was when I dragged him to his first
housing auction. He was excited to go and mentioned that if there
were a lot of homes sold for well below market value, then he would
start bringing more of his clients along. Doing this would have a
serious impact on his bottom line, but that didn't seem to matter
nearly as much as saving his clients money. It's a level of integrity
that I didn't expect and I surely couldn't expect with most other
realtors. He has been patient with me and has never put me under
pressure. It's reasons like these that have made Cory an easy choice
as my realtor and I expect that I'll be working with him again in the
future. Sincerely,
Timothy, Lakewood, CO
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June 30, 2009
Cory:
Tim and I just wanted to write you a quick note to say thank you for all you did to help us with finding the perfect cabin! Your knowledge of the area really was helpful when it came to narrowing down the areas that met our needs. Additionally, we would like to thank you for your patience while we drove you around the state of Colorado! Not many realtors are willing to give up so many of their weekends to satisfy a client! You went over and above what most would do.
Please know that we will refer you to our friends and neighbors who are looking for real estate.
Sincerely, Tim and Heather
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September 28, 2009
Dear Cory,
As a first time home buyer I had no clue how involved the process was going to be from start to finish. You were extremely helpful in laying out the process and walking me through each step one at a time. I especially appreciated how quickly you responded to voicemails and emails, which by the end of the process probably amounted to more than 100 calls/emails.
During the process, there were times when I wished that you would just tell me whether you liked the house or you hated it, as I consider you to be a friend and a second opinion is always helpful. However, in hindsight, I appreciated the comments you did make and the fact that you never said you loved or hated a house because that allowed me to make the decision on my own, which is what I needed to do.
I appreciate that you have followed up and checked-in on me to see how things are going with my new house. Not to mention you have continued to provide me with various references for handy-men, electricians, etc. as those are areas that I was not familiar with until I purchased my house.
Thanks again for all of your help, and I when I am ready to buy my next house I will definitely be giving you a call, but that will hopefully be a while.
Thanks,
Gretchen
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Cory went above and beyond to get me into my first home. As a first time home buyer I was appreciative of his knowledge, efficiency and determination in such an aggressive and difficult market. He walked me through every step of the process which made me feel confident and educated about making decisions along the way. After months of searching for the perfect house and trouble with FHA, I owe it to his hard work and quick business sense that I have my first home. I look forward to working with him again in the future for all of my real estate needs. Thanks Cory! Holly B. Denver, CO March 24, 2010
Top qualities: Great Results, On Time, High Integrity
Holly B. hired Cory in 2009.
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"I was in the mortgage industry for years, working closely with realtors for most of that time, and had been dreading finding one to help me shop for a house. Cory proved to be the opposite of everything I dreaded. He friendly, personable, and had an intimate knowledge of every area of town we looked in. He was incredibly patient, even as I requested to see houses on all corners of the Denver metro area in the same day, and was always honest with the pros and cons he saw with his experience. When I finally found a place to offer on, he worked tirelessly to try and overcome all of the lender issues we had, in order to close as close to on-time as was humanly possible. Even after we closed and I was moved in, he continues to stay in touch to make sure everything has gone alright with the new place. He is an excellent person to have on your side, and I only wish I had more friends who were moving to recommend him to." Thom J. 5/1/10
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Details of the Recommendation: "Cory is fantastic to work with, he has everything that you would want in an agent. I gave Cory a very detailed list of what I wanted in a property including what I wanted to spend and he worked on it until he found it for me. What more can you ask for and get from your agent? He then followed through with every detail to make sure things were done properly until it was finally closed. Cory does a Super Job!!!"
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Year first hired: 2010
Top Qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity 12/29/2011 Isaac K.
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