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May 2020
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Denver Area Real Estate News
Market Story - May 2020
Headline:
In April, the Denver residential real estate market began to see the effects of the Stay At Home order.
The Facts:
Source; see the full detailed Market Trends Report at https://bit.ly/DMAR05-20
- Number of homes listed for sale in April (inventory) was 6855 which is down only 2.2% .
- Days on Market reduced to only 20 days, which is very fast. This is stunning and great news for sellers for homes that did sell amid the Covid19 situation.
- Unit sales are down 24.3% vs last month, and down 30.8 last year.
- Average sale prices are only down 1.8% over last month, but UP 1.5% over last year. Price reductions continue to be a trend in certain areas and price ranges.
Opportunity and Optimism for Sellers:
Even with our current situation, it’s still a seller’s market, but the trend is more price reductions. Buyers have fewer choices again, but as prices hold, they will be more pragmatic about the house they buy. My advice:
- Be safe! Ask us about our Healthy Home Selling System.
- Price your home realistically. Avoid using lagging price opinions from the internet. They cannot see you home and have no idea how Covid will affect pricing! These valuations are increasingly less reliable and lag the market!
- Market your home aggressively. NOW is a great time to list before the recovery rush hits with more competition.
Opportunity and Optimism for Buyers:
There’s a trend favoring buyers with prices rising a lot less and even declining last month. Interest rates remain very low and sellers are more negotiable. My advice:
- Be safe! Ask us about our Healthy Home Buying System
- Hire an agent who’s experienced in buyer’s markets. Ask about our $5K Guarantee ????
- Buyers can negotiate concessions and should not have to accept properties in “as-is” condition.
- Negotiating contingent offers has become much easier, thus reducing the stress of finding your next home while selling your current one.
My Conclusion: Health and safety first!
The market is now more attractive and balanced for buyers. Even with declining inventory we’ll continue to see price reductions for motivated sellers and increased buying power for buyers in the immediate future.
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Word of the Month…
Studies have shown your income and wealth are directly related to the size and depth of your vocabulary. Here is this month’s word, so you can impress your friends (and maybe even fatten your wallet!)…
pescatarian (pess-kah-TARE-ee-an) noun
Meaning: a person who will eat fish but no other meats
Sample Sentence: “He won’t eat the chicken since he’s a pescatarian, but the seafood pasta will work.”
Make Your Own Plant Fertilizer
You can easily enhance the water you use on your plants with things you probably already have at home—including some things you might be throwing away.
- Banana peels are full of potassium, which is great for some plants. Soak peels that have been roughly chopped in hot water. When the water is cool, remove the peels and water your plants.
- Starch is good for indoor plants, and potatoes are loaded with starch. When you’re done cooking potatoes, don’t dump out the water—let it cool and water your plants with it.
- Egg shells deliver much-needed nitrogen, calcium, and phosphorus to your plants. Crush dried shells into a powder and spread it on the soil.
Quotes To Live By…
“Housework can’t kill you, but why take a chance?” –Phyllis Diller
“Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.”
–Dalai Lama
“Fight for the things you care about, but do it in a way that will lead others to join you.”
–Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
The Sam Wilson Group Real Estate Market Recovery Program
The HOT Denver area real estate market has NOT been cancelled. It is time! Onward and forward to recovery.
We are rounding the corner toward social and economic recovery just in time for the spring/summer home-buying and selling season. We still have our Healthy Home Buying and Selling Programs to keep you safe, but it is time to move on to support the recovery of home sales for our valued customers.
The Denver metro real estate market and economy are fundamentally strong. Sure, there are some new realities. Our metro area is predicted to bounce back and continue growing. In fact, we are already seeing more new listings, more homes selling and interest rates still in the mid 3%’s! I am so confident; I’m making a special offer for home buyers willing to get out in front of it and lead the recovery.
For All Home Buyers Purchasing a Home in 2020
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Brain Teaser…
What four-letter word is exactly the same whether it’s written backward, forward, or upside-down?
(See page 4 for the answer.)
Real Estate Question?
Maybe you want to know how much your home is worth. Or maybe you just need a recommendation for a handyman, carpet cleaner or plumber…Either way, I love hearing from all of my good friends and clients. And I’m happy to help answer questions you might have about anything relating to real estate or home-ownership.
If you have a question, tip or idea, call me at 303-526-2606. I’m here to help!
Seasonal Fan Settings
If you’ve got a ceiling fan, you may have noticed it can spin in each direction. But maybe you didn’t realize there’s a reason for this.
-During the summer, fans should spin so that they’re pushing cooler air down into the room (counter-clockwise).
-During the winter, switch it so it’s pulling warm air up to be dispersed through the room (clockwise).
Secondhand Websites
Shopping for secondhand clothing or household items online offers great variety and fantastic bargains (often on name-brand goods that are like new).
- thredUP.com – With well-organized categories, thredUP takes secondhand clothing shopping to the next level. Look for new-with-tags items at a discount.
- ShopGoodwill.com – Everything that you can find in a Goodwill store, you're likely to find on their online marketplace. Items are set up ebay-style as auctions, or have 'buy it now' prices.
- ebth.com – The acronym stands for, “Everything But The House,” which gives you a hint about the variety of things you’ll find on the site. It’s a giant online estate sale, with clothing plus a whole lot more.
Keeping up with home maintenance tasks will save you money, preserve the value of your home, and prevent headaches down the line.
Though some of these things can seem like overkill, a home is often your biggest investment. It doesn't have to feel overwhelming to keep everything in tip-top shape. Pick a certain day you do each of these things each month, and it won't feel like a chore.
- Inspect, clean and possibly change the furnace filter.
- Vacuum heat registers, vents and refrigerator coils.
- Use vinegar to clean mineral deposits from faucets and showerheads.
- Check all smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
- Clean kitchen exhaust fan filters and fan blades. Tip: Use a degreaser (buy at an auto parts store) mixed with hot water.
- Inspect dishwasher for leaks. If you find problems, search for info on YouTube or consider calling a plumber.
- Pour boiling water down drains. Tip: If clogged, add a cup of baking soda.
- Clean your sink disposal. Try a few ice cubes along with slices of an orange for a fresh scent, and remove the rubber top and clean with an antibacterial cleaner.
- Inspect all fire extinguishers to make sure the gauges show adequate pressure. Most extinguishers last between 5 and 15 years. It’s also a good time to review how to use them.
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Please Welcome New Clients and Good Friends Into
Our Real Estate Family...
I’d like to take a moment to personally introduce and welcome a few of my newest clients and good friends who have supported my business over the years. And special thanks to everyone who thought of me with your referrals!
Glenn B.
Thanks For Thinking of Me!
Did you know I can help you or any of your friends or family save time and money when buying or selling a home? Thanks for keeping me in mind with your referrals…and spreading the word about my services.
Brain Teaser Answer:
NOON
Soda Can Tricks
Doing some home decorating but you can’t find any of the hangers you need for the back of your frames? No problem—a soda can pull-tab will do the trick. Simply secure it to the back of your wooden frame with a small screw and you’re ready to spruce up your walls.
The Gossiper
Bob: ‘Can you keep a secret?’
Jill: ‘I can, but I can’t promise the people I tell it to can!’
Towel Hanger In A Snap
When you’re out of wall space and need to hang more towels, get another tension rod like the one your shower curtain hangs on. Mount this new one outside the current shower curtain rod so your towels stay dry while you’re bathing but are still within easy reach when you’re done.
THANK YOU for reading my
Service For Life!® personal newsletter. I wanted to produce a newsletter that has great content and is fun and valuable to you. Your constructive feedback is always welcome.
AND…whether you’re thinking of buying, selling or financing real estate, or just want to stop by and say “Hi,” I’d love to hear from you…
Sam Wilson
Sam Wilson Home Selling Team brokered by eXp Realty
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Disclaimer: The information contained in this letter is intended for informational purposes. It should not substitute as legal, accounting, investment, medical or other professional services advice. Always seek a competent professional for answers to your specific questions. This letter is not intended to solicit real estate properties currently for sale.
Q: What do I need to know about negotiating when I sell my home?
A: Revealing too much information to buyers when you’re negotiating the sale of your home is a common, costly mistake. Here’s how to avoid it.
- Know what you want from the sale and try to determine what your buyers want, so you will make a deal that benefits you both. A professional REALTOR® knows the questions to ask potential buyers to determine their motivation for buying and what price they can afford.
- Don’t mention the “appraisal” value of your home at a showing to try to persuade a buyer to pay more for it.
- If you’re at a showing, don’t tell a buyer why you’re selling (especially if you need to sell it quickly). Just say your housing needs have changed.
You can learn about six more costly mistakes in my Free Consumer Report called “How To Avoid 7 Costly Mistakes When Selling Your Home.” Call me and I’ll send a copy right over to you.
Do you have a real estate question you want answered? Call me at
303-526-2606. Perhaps I’ll feature your question in my next issue!
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Guess who won last month’s Trivia Question? I’m pleased to announce the lucky winner of last month’s quiz. And the winner is…drum roll please: Kevin K was the first person to correctly answer my quiz question.
Which country is the world’s largest producer
of wine as of 2019?
a) Italy b) U.S. c) France d) New Zealand
The answer is a) Italy. In 2019 France comes in at second place, followed by Spain. So let’s move on to this month’s trivia question.
What was the first television show to depict
a married couple sleeping in one bed?
a) The Brady Bunch b) The Flintstones c) Mary Kay and Johnny d) The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet
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