Changes For Buyers Purchasing a Home

Beginning August 17th 2024 changes to buyer broker agreements are reshaping the real estate landscape. Traditionally, these agreements have ensured that buyer brokers are compensated for their services, typically through commissions paid by the seller. However, recent shifts in the industry and legal regulations are altering this dynamic. One major change is the increased transparency regarding broker commissions. Buyers are now more informed about how their brokers are compensated, fostering a more straightforward and trusting relationship. This transparency aims to eliminate potential conflicts of interest and ensure that brokers act in the best interest of their clients. Another significant change is the move towards more negotiable commission structures. In some markets, buyers now have the option to directly negotiate the broker’s commission, potentially leading to lower costs for buyers. This flexibility can make the home-buying process more affordable and accessible. Additionally, some regions are introducing measures to decouple broker commissions from the sale price, further reducing the financial burden on buyers. These changes are part of a broader effort to create a more equitable and competitive real estate market. Overall, the evolution of buyer broker agreements reflects a growing emphasis on transparency, fairness, and flexibility, ultimately benefiting homebuyers and fostering a healthier real estate. Contact me directly with any questions. 303-882-8418

Real Estate Investment Opportunities in greater Denver Real Estate Market

To better serve the needs of real estate investors in the greater Denver real estate market, I recently earned the Certified Investor Agent Specialist™ (CIAS) Designation. With the CIAS, I have the training, tools and calculations to effectively serve the five investor types: First-Time Investor, Move-UpInvestor, Portfolio Investor, Performance Investor, and Rehab and Resell Investor.

Real estate represents a consistent and stable way to build wealth, brings liquidity to our housing market, and stimulates our local economy. In fact, in the past year, investment and second-home properties represented approximately 27% of all residential sales. Today, real estate is quite literally on sale! There is an unprecedented opportunity to build wealth through real estate, and am very excited to help all investors achieve their goals. Contact me today to learn more about investing in real estate.

Welcome to the Anti-Realtor

Welcome to what I said I would never ever do...Blog.

Why? Mainly because I really did not think I had anything to say in a blog. Or I really can not spell very well (thank you for spell check). Or that I could not put into words what I wanted to say.

What changed my mind? Not sure yet.

This blog will be about Real Estate, but I will deviate from time to time with other things like sports, music, food, wine...basically whatever amuses me.

I hope you like it...whoever you are that happen to find this.

BTW the picture is my "Happy Place"