Below area link to the quarterly statistics published by the Durango area association of Realtors taken straight from the MLS.
2009 had its challenges but comparing 2008 to 2009 we did see a steady increase in sales and a slight increase in median home price.
Click here to see PDF all of 2009 market statistics
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It’s been quite the ride in real estate in 2009. Tough for sellers, scary for buyers, I feel it can only get better. If you are buying, this is the first time in 15 years in Durango that prices are down and sellers are willing to negotiate. In my book, definitely a great time to [...]

In today’s competitive and constantly changing market it is important to have a real estate professional who is motivated and up to date with current local information.  When looking for a property it can be a major advantage to have a qualified Realtor by your side.  When you find a property you like, that is [...]

Energy and sustainability fuel many facets of live in Colorado. A catalyst for homes, industries, schools, universities and business, the incredible diversity of enterprises is driven by a common bound to move to a green lifestyle.
While we all use energy to power us through our daily lives, many people take renewable and sustainable methods for [...]

“What’s going on the real estate world?”  I am commonly asked this question daily by clients, friends and family.  Is ANYthing selling?
A great question and the answer can change on a weekly basis.
In the past 2 weeks here are some of the things I have seen in “the real estate world” of Durango.
I have seen a lot offers [...]

A step by step guide on selling or swapping real estate in a slow market
 
I found this helpful bit of advice on www.goswap.org, one of the internets most popular trade and exchange websites. We couldn’t agree more.
 
“Unofficial guide and practical advice with dirty tricks on selling or swapping a house when nothing is [...]

Can’t sell your home in this tough real estate market? More and more people are thinking outside the box, being more creative is key to making a successful sale.
So how does a real estate exchange or trade really work? It’s essentially a permanent house swap, you buy mine, I buy yours. You balance the values [...]

I recently attended an RHA training course. I have a client who is going through the RHA process and I was looking to gather a little more information on how the program works.  RHA stands for Regional Housing Alliance.  The class was provided to Realtors and affiliates. The RHA provides loan assistance to those in need [...]

What is low-balling and why do people do it?
Low-balling can happen during any type of market but typically occurs more frequently in a Buyer’s market. A Buyer finds a home they would like to buy and then offers a much lower price than would usually be acceptable, simply because they believe that the [...]

A house that “sparkles” on the surface will sell faster than its shabby neighbor…
…even though both are structurally well-maintained.
From experience, REALTORS® also know that a “well-polished” house appeals to more buyers and will sell faster and for a higher price. Additionally, buyers feel more comfortable purchasing a well-cared for home because if what they can [...]