It is nearing November in Denver, and not a flake to be seen!   I know states North of us have seen some snow, and so has our mountains, just not Denver!SO, when is the average first snowfall in Denver?    October 18thThe earliest date has been September 3, 1961.The lastest date has been December 10th.   Will we beat this date this year?Another interesting fact - we saw a significant snowfall in denver May 2019.   May is usually unpredictable.   We could get rate, snow, wind, or even a sunny day.   This is the start of hail season....so you never know.   Always best to have layers with you on any given day in May! 10/28/2025

The stats are out for the month of September, and the numbers reflect a slight decrease in sales from August. which is typical for this time of year.   Inventory decreased a bit from last month.    Total Active Listings - 13,870 (last month was 13,893)Pending Listings - 4,016 (last month was 4,355)New Listings - 5,459 (last month was 5,186)Closed Listings - 3,943 (last month was 4,173)Days in MLS - 52 (last month 47)Average Closed Price - $666,880 (last month was $690,019)Percent of closed price to list price - 98.4% (last month was 98.6%) This data is courtesy of Joan Cox - House to Home, Inc. I track data daily for the Denver metro area, and the amount of price reductions are averaging around 2000-2300 for a 7-day period, and for the last 7 days, there were 250 and homes returning to ... 10/17/2025

Halloween is just around the corner, and many want to go to a Haunted House!   Which one?    Here are a few options in the Denver metro area - 13th Floor Haunted House You step into the elevator – but beware – there is no 13th floor. Legend says terror awaits those bold enough to go looking for it. Cloaked in shadow and crawling with unspeakable secrets, the 13th floor was never meant to be seen. But tonight, you’ve been invited inside. Mr. Hallows, the key master and warden of this forbidden level, opens his doors to you – offering a tour of his twisted collection of monsters. The locks have rusted.The horrors are free.And the elevator isn’t going back up.  Frightmare CompoundA Haunted house, escape rooms, a monster museum, and more!   The Frightmare Compound has been bringing customer... 10/16/2025

The sellers of one of my listings decided they did not want to be on the market any longer.   Buyers showing up late, show up, leave and come back when they feel like it.   They are just tired of all of it.  When I got back, I called to catch up, and we had a heart-to-heart conversation.   I get it, being on the market is tough.  I listed my house 8 years ago, and went through similar experiences.   (That is why we need to sell every so often so we know what we put our clients through!)SO, I did warn them that they will be bombarded with agents trying to get them to relist.   They assured me when they are ready again, they will call me.   Well, just so you know your phone will be going off constantly!Sure enough, it has been, and then they got this text and sent it to me asking what was... 10/08/2025

The stats are out for the month of August, and the numbers reflect a decrease in sales from July. which is typical for this time of year.   Inventory decreased a bit from last month.   August usually reflects the kiddos returning to school and families on their last summer vacation. Total Active Listings - 13,893 (last month was 14,691)Pending Listings - 4,355 (last month was 4,213)New Listings - 5,186 (last month was 5,833)Closed Listings - 4,173 (last month was 4,481)Days in MLS - 47 (last month 40)Average Closed Price - $690,019 (last month was $676,803)Percent of closed price to list price - 98.6% (last month was 98.8%) This data is courtesy of Joan Cox - House to Home, Inc. I track data daily for the Denver metro area, and the amount of price reductions are averaging around 2000-25... 10/02/2025

 Colorado has not had a taste of winter weather this month, but some things still need to be done annually.  Homeowners should have already unhooked their hoses, just in case we have nights below freezing.   Anytime we see overnight temperatures below freezing, this could damage the spigots. Here are a few items you should winterize  --  Fertilize lawn for its last feeding Check for drafts - use a candle around doors and windows Blow out sprinklers (may be too late) Check fire extinguisher Check all windows for broken seals and be sure they shut & lock Give the deck one last coat of sealer Inspect your roof for shingle damage, or call a roofer Clean rain gutters and downspouts Check around the foundation for any pipes/ducts coming from the house to see if there is additional caulking ne... 09/10/2025

Ever wonder why so many high-rises omit the 13th floor? Find out more about the legend, and get ready to scream as you enter this very intense haunted house! If you’ve been before, it is still worth a ticket since they continue to make changes to attract the public every year. Trick R treat  BRAND NEW FOR 2025! Trick ‘r Treat at Verse Immersive drops you into Halloween’s darkest secrets in a terrifying new reality. Come face-to-face with Sam through the cult-classic’s haunting tales where your choices decide your fate. Will you honor the traditions and survive the night… or defy the rules and suffer Sam’s wrath? Experience Trick ‘r Treat like never before at Verse Immersive this Halloween season. Horror just became real. Step inside—if you dare. Trick ‘r Treat blends cutting-edge augmen... 09/09/2025

The stats are out for the month of July, and the numbers reflect a decrease in sales from June.   Inventory remained about the same from last month.   School went back in session this month, so sales are pretty slow. Total Active Listings - 14,691 (last month was 14,737)Pending Listings - 4,213 (last month was 4,520)New Listings - 5,833 (last month was 6,328)Closed Listings - 4,173 (last month was 4,481)Days in MLS - 40 (last month 37)Average Closed Price - $676,803 (last month was $710,048)Percent of closed price to list price - 98.8% (last month was 99.1%) This data is courtesy of Joan Cox - House to Home, Inc. I track data daily for the Denver metro area, and the amount of price reductions are averaging around 2500-2800 for a 7-day period, and for the last 7 days, there were 2,428 an... 08/20/2025

August 1st is Colorado's official birthday, and this year the State is 149 years young!   Looking pretty good!    In 1876, Colorado was admitted to the Union as the 38th state, earning it the nickname "Centennial State". "Colorado Day" is a reminder of just how lucky we are to call this place home.  Extreme beauty, rich history, and resilient communities unite in powerful ways.A number of events are being held in the city and county of Denver -  Free guided tours of the historic residence in honor of Colorado Day from 10 am to 2 pm at the Colorado Governor's Residence at the Boettcher Mansion. Cake, live performances, and other things to do at the Capitol in Denver from 10 am to 3 pm for the Colorado State Capitol birthday party. An inaugural downtown event with entertainment and local ... 08/01/2025

  For football fans, this is the best news: training camp is here!   The Broncos have their roster, most of the seasoned players have signed contracts, and it is time to start practicing! One thing that they often have to deal with this time of year - is HEAT!    This will definitely be the case this week, as the last few days it has been ranging from 95-100 degrees!     Have to say - feel bad for those players and those covering the news out there these next few days.    BUT, cannot wait to start watching the Broncos play again!    07/29/2025

Here in the Denver metro area, school will be starting soon.  Everywhere you go, school supplies are on sale, and parents are filling up their buggies.   Not all school districts start the same, so here is the schedule:Cherry Creek Schools - Cherry Creek Schools will begin the 2025-2026 school year with a phased-in approach. Elementary school students in grades 3, 4, and 5 start on August 11, followed by grades 1 and 2 on August 12. All elementary students (PreK-5) begin on August 13. Middle school students in grades 7 and 8 start on August 11, with grade 6 starting on August 12. All middle school students (6-8) begin on August 13. High school students begin on August 11, with most schools having only freshmen attending. A condensed or modified schedule for all high school students is o... 07/25/2025

The stats are out for the month of June, and the numbers reflect a decrease in sales from May.   There was a significant increase in inventory from last month.   I think homeowners have decided not to wait for rates to drop, and want to move. Total Active Listings - 14,737 (last month was 14,329)Pending Listings - 4,520 (last month was 4,918)New Listings - 6,328 (last month was 7,784)Closed Listings - 4,481 (last month was 4,790)Days in MLS - 37 (last month 34)Average Closed Price - $710,048 (last month was $694,180)Percent of closed price to list price - 99.1% (last month was 99.4%) This data is courtesy of Joan Cox - House to Home, Inc. I track data daily for the Denver metro area, and the amount of price reductions have increased and averaging around 2500-3000 for a 7 day period, and... 07/17/2025

The stats are out for the month of May, and the numbers reflect a slight increase in sales from April.   There was a significant increase in inventory from last month which is very typical this time of year.   This data is courtesy of Joan Cox - House to Home, Inc. I track data daily for the Denver metro area, and the amount of price reductions have increased, and for the last 7 days there were 2,965 and homes returning to market have been around 300-320 per week.   The inventory has increased giving buyers many choices and is over 13,856.    (includes land up to high-end homes) See what homes are currently available - Active Homes for sale in Denver Buyers - If you have thought about buying a home this year, rates haven't moved much.    There are sellers possibly willing to give you co... 06/24/2025

To fish in the State of Colorado, requires a fishing license.   They go on sale March 1st and are good for 13 months - until March 31st.   Children under the age of 15 can fish for FREE.An annual license for an adult is $42.91 this year, an extra rod $12.98 additional.   A one-day license is $16.72 and each additional day is $7.99 each.BUT, this weekend 6/7 and 6/8 FISHING IS FREE in the State of Colorado.Wish I could participate, haven't fished in quite some time, and even had my rod re-strung.The primary fish in Colorado is trout, but you can also catch some salmon.   You can also find catfish, black crappie, bluegill, and bass. Happy Fishing!  06/07/2025

This year will mark the 58th year being held in Denver!   The parishioners of the Assumption Cathedral host this festival and will celebrate the Greek culture with homemade food, dancing, live entertainment, music, Greek foods, beers, and wines.Some of the traditional Greek foods you will be able to taste are gyros sandwiches, souvlaki, pastistio, dolmathes, keftedes, and spanakopita, as well as desserts including baklava, kourambiethes, pasimadia, and koulourakia.You will be able to enjoy live Greek music throughout the festival, as well as Youth and adult dance performances on all three days. WHEN:   June 6, 7 & 8th, 2025WHERE:  on the grounds of the Assumption Greek Orthodox Cathedral at East Alameda Avenue and Leetsdale Drive near GlendaleCOST:  $5 for an all-day pass, $3 for senior... 06/04/2025

The national food holiday may seem all about free donuts on the surface, but its roots date back to World War I. National Donut Day, first celebrated in 1938 in Chicago, honors the Salvation Army's Donut Lassies — a group of women volunteers who baked and delivered donuts to soldiers on the front lines during World War I.  According to the Salvation Army, the Donut Lassies are credited with popularizing donuts in the United States after troops returned from Europe.  The holiday is celebrated each year on the first Friday in June.   Krispy Kreme Swing by Krispy Kreme on Friday to snag a free donut of any flavor with no purchase necessary.  If one just isn't enough, the chain is also offering a dozen original glazed donuts for just $2 when you buy any dozen.  Dunkin' Dunkin' is bringing ... 06/02/2025

If you take your dogs or cats for a walk outdoors these days, you should check your pet after the walk to ensure they don't have any ticks.   There was an instance where a family took their dog to the dog park, and then the dog had a vet appointment, and the vet found SEVEN ticks on the dog.Luckily, the ticks in Colorado do not usually carry the Lyme Disease that is so dangerous, but in a few occasions, a tick has left an animal unable to move.VERY important to check your pet after they have enjoyed an outdoor activity!   05/15/2025

The stats are out for the month of April, and the numbers reflect a slight increase in sales from March.   There was a significant increase in inventory from last month which is very typical this time of year.   We are seeing many spring-like and even summer weather.This data is courtesy of Joan Cox - House to Home, Inc. I track data daily for the Denver metro area, and the amount of price reductions have been hovering around 2000-2500 each week and homes returning to market have been around 275-320 per week.   The inventory has increased giving buyers many choices and is over 12,300.    (includes land up to high-end homes) See what homes are currently available - Active Homes for sale in Denver Buyers - If you have thought about buying a home this year, rates are did decrease a bit thi... 05/13/2025

Welcome to exceptional city living—Denver style! This beautifully upgraded loft offers a perfect blend of modern luxury and industrial charm only one and a half blocks from Coors Field.1863 Wazee St. #4B, Denver, CO  80202Listed at $850,000You'll be struck by the sophisticated upgrades and expansive open layout. The kitchen has been completely redesigned and features high-end Thermador appliances, a 6-burner cook-top, wine chiller, upgraded cabinetry, and abundant solid surface countertops—perfect for cooking and entertaining.The open-concept design seamlessly connects the kitchen, great room, and dining area, creating a bright and airy living space.The primary bedroom has been thoughtfully enclosed with a wall and door for added privacy, and boasts a spacious walk-in closet outfitted w... 05/09/2025

    Come one, Come All - Denver will celebrate Cinco de Mayo  for two days!    Celebrate the Mexican culture with tasty treats and the Latino sounds at Civic Center Park.         When:    5/3 & 5/4/25     Where:   Civic Center Park (Colfax & Broadway) Denver FREE.....FREE......FREE!     The Cinco de Mayo Parade will begin on 5/3 at 11 am.     Here is the Parade route:       Events: Art & Crafts booths Mariachi Bands Aztec & Folk Dancers 3 Stages - many different bands performing Taco Eating Contest Chihuahua Races Lowrider Car Show   Some notable items --- no illegal drugs, no alcoholic beverages, and you may bring your dog (but they must be on a leash), and food can be purchased with cash (no tickets necessary).   Here is the FAQ page for additional information.         05/01/2025