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Archive for the ‘Real Estate Advice’ Category

The Benefits of Working with a Rental Advisor

You are ready to go on vacation, but you want to consider your options. Here are a few reasons why you should work with a real estate advisor the next time you rent in Aspen. Advisors know the market and can find you the perfect home. Let’s be honest, you may not have the time, […]

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Will Congress Act to Extend Mortgage Forgiveness?

The real estate brokers at Portfolio Aspen Properties discuss the implications of Congress not extending the Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act of 2007 by the looming December 31, 2013 deadline, which will mean homeowners that short sell or grant a deed-in-lieu-of-foreclosure may also end up with a substantial tax liability.  Typically, when a homeowner short […]

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RECAP OF REAL ESTATE MARKET – 2012 v. 2013

Portfolio Aspen Properties brings you this recap of the Roaring Fork Valley real estate market in 2013. Looking at the number of sales in Aspen, Snowmass and the Mid Valley, it appears we had a solid year with a mixed bag  in terms of the number of sales and price per square foot in the […]

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A Longer Ski Season Means More Opportunities for Home Buyers

Highlands Closing on April 13 is a fun Aspen celebration that marks the end of the ski season and closing of all the ski mountains. However, Aspen and Snowmass mountains will be open through April 20, 2014 for the late Easter holiday. Further, the Ski Company just announced that Aspen Mountain will be open for […]

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Top Five Home Renovation Projects to Complete before Putting a Home Up for Sale

There are many things that sellers can do to make sure their property shows well to get the highest price, but Portfolio Aspen Properties recommends five things in particular to set a property apart.

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Why the Experts Argue you should Invest in Aspen

High sale prices, low vacancy rates, anticipated stabilized lease rates…read more about why YOU should consider investing in Aspen property in 2014.

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5 tips to Bettering Your Credit Score and Financing Your Next Dream

Learn what you need to do to lower your credit score to qualify for loans, or how to seek how loans with a poor credit score. Finance your next dream in Aspen with Portfolio Aspen Properties!

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HOW TO NEGOTIATE WITH SELLERS

Buying a home is one of the most important purchases most people will make. In order to make the right decision the first time, potential buyers need to be prepared. Consider the following before starting negotiations: Be prepared Research the housing market in the target area. Once you have information about the general area, focus […]

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Top 5 tips for Buyers and Sellers

Buyers 1)   If you get financing, an appraisal has to come in at the contracted purchase price. 2)   Make sure you understand whether your loan is recourse or non-recourse and the implications of each type. 3)   Always ask for the vesting deed to the seller so you know what legal rights the […]

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ASPEN AND THE ROARING FORK VALLEY -YEAR END ANALYSIS-

Portfolio ascertained some interesting statistics following our year end analysis of the real estate market here in Aspen and the Roaring Fork Valley.  Nearly all of the markets experienced significant increases in the number of sales compared to 2011, with the exception of Snowmass Village, which remained flat year over year.  For the most part […]

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