Understand that if you are buying a property with a Conservation Easement, a previous owner has taken a drawdown in some monetary form, and the parcel is theoretically now of diminished value. A governing document will set out the allowed and disallowed uses. These may include a restriction on buildings, a clause tying the water […]
What are they? A voluntary agreement between a landowner and another entity, normally one with funding sufficient to close and support the deal. The landowner gives up some of the value in exchange for money, tax credits or development rights on a portion of the land. Alternatively, the agreement could be one of fee simple […]
Not particularly long and not the same every year! I love heirloom tomatoes and hubbard squash, but need to move to the tropics to guarantee them coming to maturity before the frost—and to get away from the bears who have similar tastes. Then, too, the early season can be plagued by a late freeze and […]
Conservation Easements Explained County policy is frequently to curb residential sprawl and a tool to do so is to offer landowners an incentive to forego development rights (that is, residential building rights). In the past, two methods were employed: a financial reward or a concession allowing a division of the land with some development rights […]
Year-End Musings By: John Dabbs A year of turmoil, for sure. Wars and weather across the globe have disrupted so many lives that we who are fortunate enough to be legally living under shelter in Colorado should be thankful, and mindful of those who seek new beginnings here but careful not to compromise our own […]
After years of a sellers’ market, Boulder County home prices have flattened, and home supplies are higher than demand. If you’re buying, it’s good news. If you’re selling it doesn’t mean your house won’t get sold, just that you (and your Realtor) have to work a bit harder and smarter to do so. Here are […]
With Boulder and the Front Range becoming more dense and noisy, it’s no wonder more and more homebuyers are seeking solace away from the hubbub by moving to rural locations. Although most all homebuyers prefer purchasing updated, well-maintained homes, what people prioritize in a rural property is vastly different than what they do in city […]
Diversify your investment portfolio: Use a self-directed IRA for real estate investments Investment professionals always advise to diversify your portfolio. The current dramatically fluctuating market conditions are an excellent example of why to do so! Real estate in Boulder County has historically been an outstanding investment, outperforming most US markets. Some people think real estate […]
Understanding Boulder County Land Use and Building Regulations When people move from the city to the country, they expect the land use and building regulations to be more lax. After all, with all the space folks have, certainly they would have more leeway to build and do what they want on all that acreage. Not […]
If you’re thinking of listing your house this spring, it’s not too early to start preparing. Looking around your home, it may seem overwhelming to get your house “show ready.” What issues should you tackle? Generally, your best bet is to begin by addressing the issues that may turn-off many buyers. These include: Bad […]
