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Denver Ranks at Top of Lists for Recent College Grads
Monday, July 26th, 2010 at 11:39pm. 100 Views, 0 Comments.
According to a list released by Bloomberg Businessweek, the city of Denver is the eight best city of new college graduates in the country. The list, which was based on factors such as the cost of living, average annual pay, unemployment rates and entry-level employers available in the area, consisted of a total of 30 different cities that are considered to be a good place for recent college grads to live.
“Thanks to jobs for mortgage specialists, securities and commodity brokers, and real estate and mutual fund managers, Denver has earned the title of ‘Wall Street of the Rockies,’” the Bloomberg Businessweek notes. “While the Mile High City is best known for its air transportation, telecommunications, aerospace, and manufacturing sectors, the fields of…
5 Colorado Cities Included in Money Magazine’s Best Places to Live List
Tuesday, July 20th, 2010 at 11:57pm. 124 Views, 0 Comments.
Money magazine recently released its list of America’s 100 “best places to live” and five of Colorado’s cities made it to the list. These cities include Fort Collins in the number six position, Highlands Ranch at number twelve, Broomfield at number nineteen, Loveland at number thirty-three and Arvada at number fifty-eight.
While the number six ranking does represent a bit of a downslide for Fort Collins, which was listed in the number one position on the same list in 2006, Money magazine still had many positive things to say about the Colorado city.
“Bikers and beers. In most parts of the country, those two elements may be reasons to move elsewhere,” the magazine said about Fort Collins. “But in the foothills of Colorado’s Front Range, bikers mean cyclists:…
Million Dollar Denver Area Housing Market Showing Signs of Recovery
Saturday, July 10th, 2010 at 10:12am. 132 Views, 0 Comments.
While the million dollar housing market is still far from enjoying a full recovery from the recession. InsideRealEstateNews reports that things seem to be moving in the right direction within this part of the Denver area housing market.
Although luxury homes are still the slowest moving homes on the Denver area housing market, the majority of those who sold their million dollar homes in May did manage to make a profit on the transaction. Unfortunately, for sellers in Arapahoe Country, this trend did not hold true with their homes, where the luxury home market still appears to be struggling.
Overall, 44 luxury single-family detached homes were sold within the Denver area at a total cost of $63.4 million. With the homes being listed for a total of $68.7…
The Coolest Tour of Denver You’ll Ever Take
Thursday, July 8th, 2010 at 11:14pm. 84 Views, 0 Comments.
Denver is one of the most amazing cities in the country. Not only does Denver have a rich and interesting history, it’s also one of the most beautiful places on earth. Add in the vibrant arts community and active social opportunities in Denver, and even one tour around the city is likely to have you begging for more.
So, how should you see Denver? Well, that’s really up to you. There are a number of different tour companies in Denver that can provide you with a positive experience. Whether you’re part of a larger group visiting the city or whether you’re a traveler who just wants to experience what Denver has to offer, there’s something for you.
Shop and Dine at Cherry Creek
The Cherry Creek Shopping Center is one of Denver’s premier shopping communities.…
Discover Denver’s Arts Community
Saturday, June 26th, 2010 at 9:31pm. 130 Views, 0 Comments.
If there’s one thing that Denver really ought to be known for, it is its commitment to the arts. Denver’s arts community is vital, active and vibrant. From the downtown theatre district to Denver’s numerous museums, you don’t need to go very far to see just how committed to the Arts Denver is.
Take, for example, Denver’s museums. You’ll find the Denver Art Museum right downtown. This museum features local Western American artwork as well as an extensive international collection. The Denver Museum for Nature & Science is one of Denver’s most popular family attractions, too. Several smaller museums of varying types dot the Denver landscape, as well.
The Downtown Denver theatre district includes a wonderful combination of both progressive and traditional…
Getting the Most from your Rocky Mountain National Park Visit
Monday, June 21st, 2010 at 11:20pm. 127 Views, 0 Comments.
416 of the most beautiful square miles of land in the entire United States can be found right here in Colorado in the Rocky Mountain National Park. The Rocky Mountain National Park features over 60 mountains over 12,000 feet, and the part provides its visitors with plenty to do. From hiking, biking and walking to fishing and camping, this part is a wonderful place to spend an afternoon or a few weeks.
Here are some things you can do to get the most from your Rocky Mountain National Park visit:
- Find a place to stay in Estes Park. Estes Park is a small town that sits at the base of Rocky Mountain National Park. Estes Park is just an hour outside of Denver, and offers you plenty of places to stay. Whether you want to stay in a rustic cabin, a quaint bed and…
Denver Home Resales Rose 20% in May from 2009
Monday, June 14th, 2010 at 8:57pm. 154 Views, 1 Comments.
Federal homebuyer tax credits continued to boost sales in the Denver area home resale market in May. Completed sales transactions of both resale houses and condos totaled 4,365 in the metro area, up 20 percent from May 2009, according to Metrolist Inc.
Average and median sold prices for homes also increased year over year. The average sold price rose 4.3 percent to $273,285. The median sold price increased 4.6 percent to $230,000. In addition, houses were on the market for sale an average of 75 days, down nearly 9 percent from May 2009 and down 5 percent from April this year.
The federal government, as part of the Obama administration’s economic stimulus program, offered a tax credit last year and early this year for as much as $8,000 to first-time…
Denver’s Hottest Family Attractions
Sunday, June 13th, 2010 at 9:04pm. 134 Views, 1 Comments.
Denverites know that their city has some of the most amazing opportunities for families. Museums and zoos and artistic opportunities abound. You can live in this city year-round and not see everything that it has to offer for families. Whether you live here or whether you’re just visiting for a short time, here are some of the hottest attractions Denver has to offer your family:
The Denver Art Museum. Right in the heart of downtown Denver, you’ll find the Denver Art Museum. The best time to take the family is on the weekends, when you can get Family Backpacks and Art Tubes that will help your kids to explore the museum. You’ll also find the Just for Fun family center as well as the Kids Corner at the Denver Art Museum.
Four Mile Historic Park. Right near the…
Upcoming Home Buyer Tax Credit Deadlines
Thursday, April 1st, 2010 at 9:30pm. 388 Views, 1 Comments.
One of the efforts that the administration has made to try to address the housing crisis in the United States is through the various home buyer tax credit programs. These programs are designed to give a tax credit to people buying a new home. The programs have been in place for a while, although they have been extended and changed over time.
As it stands today, the Worker, Homeownership and Business Assistance Act of 2009, which went into effect on November 6 of last year, extends and expands these credits. First, it extends the $8,000 tax credit for new home buyers into 2010. It also expands the program by offering a $6,500 tax credit to people who already own a home who wish to buy a new one.
There are, of course, guidelines on these programs. For the…
Denver Market Stats - December 2009
Tuesday, January 12th, 2010 at 10:44pm. 598 Views, 0 Comments.
Denver Metro Residential & Condominium Listings
| % Change vs | |||
| DEC 09 | Prior Month | Year Ago | |
| Single Family (Res + Cond) | |||
| Active | 16,456 | -8.89 | -16.04 |
| Under Contract | 3,028 | -12.08 | -7.85 |
| Sold | 2,959 | -17.78 | -8.50 |
| Avg DOM | 89 | 9.96 | -10.22 |
| Avg Sold Price | $255,877 | 7.13 | 13.59 |
| Residential | |||
| Active | 12,263 | -9.66 | -18.22 |
| Under Contract | 2,371 | -13.05 | -11.13 |
| Sold | 2,328 | -15.38 | -9.94 |
| Avg DOM | 88 | 11.39 | -10.20 |
| Avg Sold Price | $281,756 | 6.12 | 16.94 |
| Condominium | |||
| Active | 4,193 | -6.53 | -8.95 |
| Under Contract | 657 | -8.37 | 6.31 |
| Sold | 631 | -25.59 | -2.77 |
| Avg DOM | 93 | 5.68 | -10.58 |
| Avg Sold Price | $160,399 | 5.24 | -1.46 |
*Based upon information from…
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