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Local Business of December: Bliss

By Hanna Pagliaro - December 11, 2019

Welcome to Bliss! Bliss is a unique and timely gift and home accent boutique located in downtown Boulder. They offer an imaginative array of home accents, accessories, and greeting cards- making it the perfect destination for any gift. All creations are sourced from local artisans and national and international designers. Not only does Bliss sell adorable k

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Boarding Pets Over the Holidays

By Hanna Pagliaro - December 10, 2019

Traveling during the holidays when you have a furry family member can be challenging. You don't want to leave them behind, but you're either flying or there's no more room in the car. Here's a list of our top 10 pet boarding facilities that will make your pet feel right at home. Camp Bow Wow At Camp Bow Wow, they recognize that your pet is a belove

Top Boomtowns in the US

By Hanna Pagliaro - December 09, 2019

Is Colorado booming as fast as what the residents are saying? SmartAsset believes so! In their study to find the top boomtowns in the country, SmartAsset dug through the most recently available data for 500 of the largest cities across seven metrics (population change, unemployment rate, change in unemployment rate, GDP growth rate, business growth, housing growth, and

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Skiing Near Boulder

By Hanna Pagliaro - December 04, 2019

December brings holidays, cold weather, snow, and for Colorado- skiing and snowboarding! The first of the month, many get a hankering to play in the fresh snow that has fallen earlier. For those itching to strap on those boots, here are a few ski mountains located under 2 hours from Boulder. Eldora (Nederland) Eldora happens to be the closest ski mountai

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Workforce Relocation Services Make Moving Easier

By Pam Metzger - December 02, 2019

In his book Good to Great, noted author Jim Collins stresses that getting the right talent on the bus is a critical component for successful corporate growth and culture. With unemployment at historic lows in many parts of the country, employee relocation and workforce mobility continue to be necessities for companies looking to grow. According to the Federal Reserve, unemploymen

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5 Smart Upgrades for Tech Lovers

By WK Real Estate - December 02, 2019

As you prep your home for the holidays, consider some fun digital upgrades just for you. These smart-home technologies are easy to install and fun to use and provide a return on investment long after your guests head home. 1. VOICE ASSISTANT Amazon Echo (Alexa) or Google Home Assistant come in a variety of sizes, from the Google Mini or Echo Dot to larger hubs such as G

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How Supply Impacts Demand and Price

By WK Real Estate - December 02, 2019

In its latest edition of the Realtors Confidence Index, the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR®) sheds light on the relationship between supply and demand in the national real estate market. Bottom line: until the supply of homes meets buyer demand, prices will continue to rise. NAR demonstrated the principle with a simple graphic that compares seller traffic (supply) to buyer

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Days on Market Show Stability

By WK Real Estate - December 02, 2019

As the local market softens, you might expect average days on market (DOM)—the time it takes a house to sell—to get noticeably longer. A close look at the data reveals a surprise. In Boulder County, average DOM has barely changed in four years. Since 2016, peaks and valleys have shifted in a predictable way based on time of year, and within each season, average DOM ha

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Changing Market Opens Doors for Buyers

By WK Real Estate - December 02, 2019

Labor Day typically signals the start of cooler temperatures—and a cooling real estate market on the Front Range. This year holds true to form. According to the Colorado Association of Realtors® (CAR®), single-family home sales dropped 14 percent statewide from August to September but remain up 5.3 percent statewide and 9.1 percent locally compared to September 2018

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Good News Closes the New Year

By Lou Barnes - December 02, 2019

Life is filled with good news and bad news. Front Range real estate at the end of 2019 has some of that push-pull, but our main problem is embarrassing good fortune. Our overall economy is still the national leader in IT-led health, jobs, and incomes attracting new residents. So try to keep a straight face. One year ago mortgage rates crested 5.25 percent, but today are lower by

10 for '20

By WK Real Estate - December 02, 2019

Sharing top billing with Salzburg, Cairo, and Galway, Denver has been listed as one of Lonely Planet’s top-10 cities to visit next year in their comprehensive Best in Travel 2020 guide. According to Lonely Planet, “Denver’s elevated position as one of the USA’s most charming boomtowns has reached new heights as the Mile High City enters its latest phase of

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Boulder County Snapshot Winter 2019

By WK Real Estate - December 02, 2019

See how single family residential and attached dwelling sales compare from last year to this year.

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Local Business of December: Bliss

Boarding Pets Over the Holidays

Top Boomtowns in the US

Skiing Near Boulder

Workforce Relocation Services Make Moving Easier

5 Smart Upgrades for Tech Lovers

How Supply Impacts Demand and Price

Days on Market Show Stability

Changing Market Opens Doors for Buyers

Good News Closes the New Year

10 for '20

Boulder County Snapshot Winter 2019

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