Ok. You want to list your home for sale and you think your place is worth $500,000 and the Realtor that just interviewed for the job said no the house is worth $450,000. I hear it all the time from home sellers here in Parker, Colorado. Be realistic and you will sell your property faster and for more money. If you are a home seller you need to be very smart when you are pricing your home for sale in Parker, Colorado. Buyers are market savvy and they know values. Many buyers start their home search many months in advance on the internet so they have learned your neighborhood values even better than most of the sellers living in the neighborhood. Remember this. 1. Over pricing your home initially will cost you more money in the long run. Add up your holding costs and look at what it is c... 08/16/2008

  First thing first...If your Realtor isn't helping you get the house ready to sale and giving advice what exactly did you hire them for? Second they better have a fantastic marketing plan to get your property maximum exposure. Buyers are all over the internet looking for homes. Is your home plastered all over the internet? Is your Realtor providing you with still photos, virtual tours and online video? You better be where the buyers are. FREE*** Steven Beam will send a professional, licensed and bonded cleaning crew (two ladies) to your house for TWO hours to clean and prep your house to sell in Parker Colorado. Two cleaners for two hours! FREE. Common communication with some home sellers these days starts with "my house has been on the market for 100 plus days with little showing acti... 08/13/2008

When I'm helping home buyers relocate to Parker Colorado generally one of the first questions I receive if they have children is how are the schools in Parker, Colorado. The residents here know that for the most part our schools in Parker Colorado are great. We have great teachers and a high level of parent and community involvment. So that is why we are asking for a little more community involvment to help bring another new Charter School to Parker. Wouldn't it be nice to have our very own Chrater Montessori School right here in Parker? We all know the rediculously long wait lists for the current Charter Schools. We signed our new baby up for Core Knowledge two days after she was born and we still might not get a spot.So fill out an Intent to enroll form below and mail it in before th... 08/13/2008

We needed a quick and great family weekend getaway from Parker, Colorado. So we picked the mountains and Crested Butte, Colorado. Check out a few photos on Flicker. Click here. We stayed at the Grand Lodge and the accommodations are pretty good. With two kids (3 years and 10 weeks) there is plenty to do. The resort and the town have tons of fun stuff for our three year old. The pool has been a favorite as well as the awesome playground at the town park. Just got back to the "Grand Lodge" here in Crested Butte Colorado after a day of fun mountain biking. We took a quick trip over to Crested Butte to get away from the heat in Parker real estate and Denver. The weather has been great and the trails are plentiful. If you consider yourself a mountain biker and you have never biked Crested B... 08/09/2008

12828 Arezzo Circle (a home for sale in Parker Colorado) is my first attempt at a full video of a property for sale. I definitly need more practice but in my opinion I think video (even amature video) gives a better idea of a property's floor plan and TRUE size. Bubble photos from virtual tours are missleading and don't give an acurate representation of a property. So I think going forward I will be shooting video of all the homes I list for sale. I'm feel confident with more experience my video quality will get better. Asking Price $389,900. Size: Almost 5000 sqft. At $126 per foot this is a great deal in any neighborhood in Parker! 5 Bedrooms 4 bathrooms. Location/Subdivision: Anthology in Parker Colorado Zip Code 80134 Don't miss the commanding home on a high interior lot... 08/09/2008

The Timbers Custom Homes real estate market report. August 3, 2008. The Timbers is located in the Pinery just south of the Town of Parker. The Timbers is reported to be the best selling Custom Home Community in the Denver Metro area. To view a full market report for the entire Parker Colorado real estate market click here. Who lives here? Families from all backgrounds, pro athletes from the various teams here in Denver, CEOs, business owners, trust fund babies and MOSTLY hard working highly educated people. Why do people choose to live in the Timbers in Parker, CO? Other than the incredible views of the front range, abundant wildlife (mostly mule deer all over the place), beautiful old Ponderosa Pine trees, rolling topography, the brand new Parker Adventist Hospital just up the road, g... 08/09/2008

Real estate and homes for sale market stats for Parker, Colorado.Reported by Steven Beam a local Parker, CO real estate broker. Remember "All real estate is local." Here they are. Being the end of the second quarter 2008 and the fact that I've been to so many economic meetings and forums in the past two weeks I gathered a ton of stats, information, opinions and BS. I'll try to weed through the BS and present the facts as I pulled them from the MLS (Multiple Listing System) and other data exchanges. FYI- I can provide you with an RSS feed of properties in your neighborhood or areas of interest so you never have to receive another email about homes for sale. I can send it directly into your RSS reader. Call or email if interested. 303-941-4663 Individual subdivisions here in Parker, Colo... 08/09/2008

Open house. Parker, Colorado in the Anthology neighborhood. Offered at $389,900 From Noon until 3:00. Stop by and take it all in. This house is appealing from the moment you drive up. It sits high on an interior neighborhood lot with commanding views of the surrounding homes and the town of Parker. There is 4992 finished square feet, four bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, formal living an dining rooms, bonus kids play room over the garage and a fully finished walkout basement with media room, wet bar/kitchenette with frig and ice maker, game room, basement bedroom and bath. Don't miss the huge storage areas ready for all your Colorado toys! This is a great family home with more features than I can write about. Online Video BELOW of 12828 Arezzo Circle, Parker, CO 80134 Virtual Tour Click here. Cal... 08/09/2008

Buying Parker Colorado real estate which is located in Douglas County can be fun and exciting if you know what to look for. There are several different types of homes for sale in Parker Colorado. Below I will list the most common and discuss each. Single Family homes in Parker CO for sale. This is the largest group and most widely sought after in the Parker area. You can expect to find builder track homes in established neighborhoods from around 1300 square feet up to full custom homes in Parker CO that are well over 6000 square feet. Prices range from the low end of around $200,000 up into the millions. You can expect a normal 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home inside a neighborhood (that is in good condition) to cost between $230,000 up to $400,000. Single Family homes with LAND for sale in ... 08/01/2008

  After attending the Quarterly economic forum for Parker Colorado real estate I came away with a few interesting items I wanted to share. View all properties listed for sale in Parker Colorado. RSS feed of all Parker Colorado Homes for sale. The Hess road to Interstate 25 cutover road should start around November 2008 and be completed one year later. This is of course if all budget items are finalized and completed as reported. NOTE: I received a call from a town official today telling me the road start date will most likely be pushed back but he would not comment on EXACTLY what the new days would be. The Parker Colorado Real Estate Market: Showings are down considerably from a year ago. Data from the RE/MAX office in Parker has showings down almost 35%. Second Quarter sales volume im... 07/30/2008

How do you handle the new loan guidelines that seem to be changing every week. Here's the scenario. You have your Parker Colorado home for sale and a buyer makes and offer. Your Parker Colorado Real Estate Broker confirms with the lender that the buyer is approved for their loan and everything looks great. Everyone is happy at this point. The problem arises when two weeks before closing and after all the inspections and negotiations, the lender calls and says wait a minute we have new lending guidelines and the buyer needs to reapply for the loan and qualify under the new conditions. Question #1. Can the lender do this and isn't the lender required to honor their original approval? The answer is Yes and No. They can do that and they are not required to honor their original approval. Som... 07/30/2008

Newlin Meadows Parker CO Homes for sale. The Newlin Meadows community in Parker, Colorado offers residents the winning combination of stunning home designs, views of the Front Range, and access to the highly acclaimed Douglas County schools. Ensconced in the activities of the Town of Parker, an energetic community 27 miles south of Denver real estate, residents of Newlin Meadows real estate enjoy great local shopping, green belts, trails, parks, and a homeowners association. The neighborhood offers Parker CO real estate facing the community's park as well as access to Reuter-Hess Reservoir and the Parker Recreation Center. Real estate in Parker, Colorado-once exclusively ranches and farms-thoughtfully preserves the atmosphere of small-town life in its master-planned communities, subdiv... 07/26/2008

I recently worked with a very nice couple that is going to be moving to the Denver suburbs from out of state.  They had three children and although they are very young right now, they plan on staying here for quite some time so they had a lot of questions about the schools in the Denver area.  The communities that they were considering were all in the south Denver suburbs - all in Douglas County - they were Highlands Ranch, Castle Pines and Lone Tree.   They had heard and read a little about the Douglas County Schools - they already knew that it was rated in many different facets as an excellent school district, but they were still a bit confused about the Track System.    I directed them to several blog posts I have written in the past about the Track School System schedule for Douglas... 07/25/2008

Working with home buyers and home sellers in Parker Colorado real estate is my passion. Lately I've spotted a new trend and it needs to be talked about. Home inspections in Parker Colorado occur every day. Why are buyers killing real estate transactions for no real reason is the question. It doesn't get to me now like it did 24 months ago but I've noticed a weird trend with buyers that I haven't seen before. Buyers are bailing out of contracts completely during the inspection. I'm not talking inspection items that are hazards or structural but everyday items like leaky faucets, carpet stretching and even GFCIs missing or broken. If the inspection reveals minor/normal issues and the buyer runs from the deal I think lack of information and advisement from their buyer's agent is at the roo... 07/24/2008

Challenger Park Estates is a great place to invest your money if you are considering buying Parker Colorado Real Estate. Usually there are only a very few homes for sale in this great Parker CO. neighborhood. Great location, great amenities, great neighbors equals a great place to buy a home. For a tour of homes or a list of all the currently active homes on the market in this community please call 303-941-4663 or email Steven Beam. One of Parker, Colorado's favorite neighborhoods is the lovely Challenger Park Estates. Parker Colorado real estate residents take advantage of the thriving business opportunities, recreation, history, culture, natural beauty and the quality Douglas County real estate just south of Denver, the state capitol. Every piece of real estate and home for sale in Ch... 07/17/2008

There is little wonder why this parcel of Parker Colorado real estate has been such a hit with new home buyers. If you are offered the opportunity to play the golf course you better think up ways to get out of work in a hurry! The homes for sale are mostly custom and simi custom homes built on some of the best real estate Douglas County Colorado has to offer. Located a few miles south of the Town of Parker the lay of the land will draw you in from the first time you see it. The Club at Pradera, with its spectacular golf course and magnificent clubhouse, sits at the center of a beautiful 1,500-acre residential community called Pradera (Spanish for prairie). Ensconced in the beautiful rolling hills of southern Parker, Colorado real estate are Pradera's spacious homes on generous-sized lot... 07/17/2008

Remember the golf course is now called Black Bear not Canterberry. Real estate in Parker, Colorado's Canterberry Crossing offers families all the benefits of living in a master-planned community along with the 7,178-foot Canterberry Golf Course and Canterberry Club. Presenting a variety of Parker Colorado real estate homes for sale from the low $200,000s to over $650,000, the friendly neighborhoods weave around the beautiful golf course and thriving open space. With dramatic views of Pikes Peak to Longs Peak and the majestic Rocky Mountain Front Range, this great Denver real estate is only three miles east of Parker's historic Mainstreet! The Douglas County property owners also enjoy a recreation center with an outdoor swimming pool and lessons, a spacious sundeck for parties, top-notch... 07/17/2008

Instant access. Search every home and condo currently for sale in Stonegate. Stonegate real estate is located in Parker Colorado. Make sure to sort the listings with the drop bar at the top left hand sde of the page. RSS Feed of all listings in Stonegate. View All homes for sale in Stonegate. When the thought of buying Parker Colorado Real Estate comes to mind buyers generally look to one neighborhood first. Stonegate. Why do buyers consider Stonegate to be at the top of their list when starting their search. The answer is simple. Location and amenities. FREE Market Analysis of your property. What will your home sell for in today's market. Stonegate is a 1,603-acre master-planned community with mature landscaping located in Douglas County, and a large part of the thriving Parker Colorad... 07/17/2008

Check out my photo tour or Colorado and only a few of the fun and exciting things to do around Parker Colorado. What can you see and experience when you live in Parker Colorado? Buying Parker Colorado Real Estate is only the beginning of a journey when you live in Colorado. You can... Experience a true winter wonderland with views that take your breath away. Stumble on an old miners cabin while snowshoeing. Hike to the top of a mountain and see as far as you can see. Watch a child jump in freezing water and love it! Learn that the real gold in the Colorado mountains is Aspen Gold. Go for a hike with your kids. Drive to the top of Mt. Evans for an afternoon picnic. Take a ride on the bike path. Go play golf in Parker. Go buy a house! Call or EMAIL Steven Beam 303-941-4663 if you are inte... 07/17/2008

Idyllwilde Deserves "Community of the Year" in Denver. This new addition to the Parker CO real estate community wants to be noticed. Pioneering in the classy Idyllwilde community is idyllic for Parker, Colorado families. Grateful to live in spectacular neighborhoods built by farsighted designers who well understand the importance of strong relationships, people are naturally drawn outside to mingle. With miles of trails, 43% pure open space where the deer and the antelope play, wonderful front porches, nice sidewalks, and a fantastic community center, friendships are brewing daily. Buying Parker real estate has never been so easy with all the choices in this community. It is no coincidence that Idyllwilde has been voted Denver's Community of the Year for 2005 and 2006. Located between ... 07/15/2008