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April 2007 - Posts

Friday, April 27, 2007 8:46 PM

New construction takes a hit

Two interesting articles on new home sales: D.R. Horton earnings plunge Lower land values hit the home builder's first quarter results. http://money.cnn.com/2007/04/19/news/companies/drhorton.reut/index.htm?postversion=2007041908 Pulte posts losses
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Friday, April 27, 2007 12:33 PM

Growth Slows But Consumer Spending Up

Interest rates remained basically unchanged this week—good economic news dampened recession hopes in the bond market and long-terms rates are the same. GDP growth was the slowest in four years, but consumer spending was up. The hope in the bond
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Wednesday, April 25, 2007 7:33 AM

Open House in Signal Creek on Sunday

April 2007 Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 Signal Creek, Thornton - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 2722 E 132nd Pl on April 29 from 1:00
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Saturday, April 21, 2007 12:07 PM

Here are the CHFA down payment assistance program rates for this weekend!

Here are the CHFA down payment assistance program rates for this weekend! CHFA is at 6.375% for First Time Buyers using the 3% Assistance, this is up from last week. The Denver Bond money is virtually gone. We are taking people on a wait list ( must have
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Thursday, April 19, 2007 8:52 PM

Coldwell Banker Listings Now Showcased on NYTimes.com

I am proud to announce yet another addition of our far reaching web presence with the recent execution of all Coldwell Banker - Colorado listings priced at more than $400,000 that have at least five photos are now being showcased on NYTimes.com. This
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Thursday, April 19, 2007 8:49 PM

The Art Of The Deal: For Buying A Home In A Buyer's Market

When is the best time to buy a house? With many markets reporting an abundance of homes for sale, and interest rates remaining at near 45-year historic lows, now might be one of the best times in recent memory to buy. While today's real estate market
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Thursday, April 19, 2007 8:47 PM

May 19th: A Celebration of Miracles!

May 19th: A Celebration of Miracles at Adam's Mark Hotel Supporting Coldwell Banker's Habitat for Humanity A Celebration of Miracles, an annual event designed to raise funds for organizations dedicated to helping Denver's homeless population
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Thursday, April 19, 2007 8:42 PM

May is officially Coldwell Banker Open House Month

May is officially Declared Open House Month!! Designed to drive business and Reward Buyers (and Sellers) May is officially Coldwell Banker Open House Month and this year's event promises to be our biggest ever because Coldwell Banker is partnering
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Thursday, April 19, 2007 8:40 PM

About Realogy Corporation

Realogy Corporation, the world's largest real estate franchisor, has a diversified business model that also includes real estate brokerage, relocation and title services. Realogy's world-renowned brands and business units include Century 21(r),
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Thursday, April 19, 2007 8:40 PM

About Apollo Management, L.P.

Apollo is a leading private equity and capital markets investor with more than 16 years of experience investing across the capital structure of leveraged companies. The firm employs more than 80 professionals and has offices in New York, Los Angeles,
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Thursday, April 19, 2007 8:38 PM

Realogy Corporation announced the completion of it's meger with Apollo Management

Realogy Corporation announced the completion of its merger with an affiliate of Apollo Management,L.P. The transaction was consummated at an aggregate enterprise value of approximately $8.5 billion. Realogy stock will cease to trade on the New York Stock
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Thursday, April 19, 2007 8:26 PM

March 2007 Denver Metro Real Estate Stats - Source: Metrolist MLS

Click on the link below to view the current real estate stats for the following: Total units sold 2006 vs 2007 - Single Family Residences and Condos Total units sold 2006 vs 2007 - Million Dollar + Single Family Residences and Condos Average sales price
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Thursday, April 19, 2007 8:25 PM

International Speedway Corp. looking at two 1,300-acre sites in metro Denver

International Speedway Corp. is looking at two 1,300-acre sites in metro Denver for a racetrack that would seat about 75,000. Annual impact for metro Denver is estimated at $150 million. The $400 million project faces significant public opposition, but
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Thursday, April 19, 2007 8:24 PM

Owner of Park Meadows and Southwest Plaza malls is returning to a later start

After just a month of bucking industry trends by opening its malls at 8 a.m. on Saturdays, the owner of Park Meadows and Southwest Plaza malls is returning to a later start, and the free shuttle service connecting Park Meadows to the light rail station
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Thursday, April 19, 2007 8:23 PM

The 2007 Parade of Homes will be held July 28 through Labor Day

The 2007 Parade of Homes will be held July 28 through Labor Day at Southshore just east of E-470 and Smoky Hill Road in Aurora.
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Thursday, April 19, 2007 8:22 PM

Weather-related price declines for Denver real estate

Weather-related price declines for Denver real estate are now evident with average single-family home prices 3.1 percent below a year ago and average condo prices down 11.4 percent, but increased unit sales have helped push inventory down.
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Thursday, April 19, 2007 8:21 PM

Colorado's exports last year grew at their fastest rate in at least a decade

Colorado's exports last year grew at their fastest rate in at least a decade, hitting an all-time high of $8 billion amid a marked increase in semi-conductor shipments and a surge in sales to China and Taiwan.
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Thursday, April 19, 2007 8:20 PM

Metro Denver employment stats

Metro Denver employment increased by 6,600 during the two final months of 2006, pushing the annual gain to 1.8 percent compared to 1.4 percent nationally. Metro Denver finished 2006 with 1,396,600 total jobs. Ten of the 11 major industry groups reported
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Thursday, April 19, 2007 8:19 PM

Colorado has three cities in the top 30 "Most Walkable" cities in the nation

Prevention magazine named Madison, Wisconsin the "Most Walkable" city in the nation, but Colorado has three cities in the top 30: Colorado Springs, 13th, Denver, 22nd, and Aurora, 27th, all made the list. Factors included air quality, park access,
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Thursday, April 19, 2007 8:18 PM

Denver International Airport - fifth busiest U.S. airport

Denver International Airport regained its status as fifth busiest U.S. airport and is now ranked third fastest-growing, behind Beijing and Jakarta. The arrival of Southwest Airlines and new routes added by Frontier and United helped DIA record 47.3 million
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Thursday, April 19, 2007 8:17 PM

Two Front Range cities are ranked among the top 10 fittest cities

Two Front Range cities are ranked among the top 10 fittest cities in the U.S. by Men's Fitness magazine. Colorado Springs came in third and Denver was sixth. Albuquerque and Seattle were first and second while the "fattest" cities were Las
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Thursday, April 19, 2007 8:16 PM

Colorado remains one of the top 10 states

Colorado remains one of the top 10 states adapting to the "new economy," but it has slipped several notches. Over the past five years, Colorado has fallen from third to ninth in information technology and innovation foundation based on global
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Thursday, April 19, 2007 8:14 PM

Economic Indicators & Developments for Colorado

Colorado remains one of the top 10 states adapting to the "new economy," but it has slipped several notches. Over the past five years, Colorado has fallen from third to ninth in information technology and innovation foundation based on global
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Thursday, April 19, 2007 8:06 PM

Mortgage Rates - Quotes from Freddie Mac and National Association of Realtors (NAR) President

"The national average commitment rate for a 30-year, conventional, fixed-rate mortgage was 6.16 percent in the last week, down from an average of 6.29 percent in February. The 30-year fixed was 6.22 percent in January, and 6.25 percent in February
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Thursday, April 19, 2007 8:03 PM

Thoughts on Homebuyer Behavior from Real Estate Industry Expert

"It's unlikely homebuyers will be able to resist interest rates dropping another half a point, while home prices are also dropping. Also, the see-sawing stock market could be reminding home buyers of the volatility of investments. At least in
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Thursday, April 19, 2007 8:02 PM

Recent expert quote on demographics

"You've got demographics that are overwhelming. There are 78 million baby boomers, their kids and minority home ownership has grown to about 50% from 40% in the last ten years. Interest rates are near historic lows, unemployment is under 5% and,
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Wednesday, April 11, 2007 5:41 PM

Open House in Signal Creek on Sunday

April 2007 Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 Signal Creek, Thornton - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 2722 E 132nd Pl on April 15 from 11:00
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Monday, April 09, 2007 2:05 PM

Just Listed! 2722 E 132nd Pl in Signal Creek

Signal Creek, Thornton - Announcing a new listing at 2722 E 132nd Pl, a 2,099 sq. ft., 4 bath, 4 bdrm 2 story. Now MLS® #492827 $260,000 - Pool Community!. Property information
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Monday, April 02, 2007 11:00 PM

2 Story For Sale in Hunters Chase

Patio home with large easy maint. lot! • 2,049 sq. ft., 3 bath, 4 bdrm 2 story - MLS® $250,000 - Perfect condition! Hunters Chase, Thornton - This super clean patio home in Thornton has it all! Vaulted ceilings. Wood floors. 5pc master bath with
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Monday, April 02, 2007 11:00 PM

2444 Pierce St in Edgewater is Sold!

Edgewater, Jefferson County - The single story at 2444 Pierce St has been sold. I can sell yours too! Contact me at 303-931-9944 or Sold@ShelliDore.com Property information
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