Appealed your Colorado property taxes, what is next, one fundamental flaw in assessor data.

Appealed your Colorado property taxes, what is next, one fundamental flaw in assessor data.

Hopefully many of you on this list took the time to appeal your Colorado property taxes.  I absolutely did!  For my appeal, I filed the formal appeal and also spoke with the assessor to discuss.  I got my letter this week and the assessor refused to...
What to expect in Colorado real estate the second half of the year; will the party continue?

What to expect in Colorado real estate the second half of the year; will the party continue?

Wow, the first half of 2023 has been relatively good in real estate throughout most markets.  Volumes are down substantially, but there has been little movement in prices.  Even with higher interest rates, most areas have stayed relatively flat, but the...
91% believe rent “stabilization” in Colorado should be implemented, what happened in the legislature?

91% believe rent “stabilization” in Colorado should be implemented, what happened in the legislature?

In a recent survey done by New Era Colorado where they polled 506 Coloradans between 18 and 34, a whopping 91% supported “rent stabilization” policies.  The legislature is hearing this drumbeat loud and clear.  The biggest focus of this legislative session has focused...
Median income soars in CO mountains, is 150k/year income affordable housing

Median income soars in CO mountains, is 150k/year income affordable housing

It is likely no mystery that the Colorado ski towns are getting considerably more expensive, but the recent data released by  HUD is eye opening. HUD releases income figures every year based on census data and other factors, such as the rate of inflation. What do...
New lawsuit could void Colorado property tax relief

New lawsuit could void Colorado property tax relief

The ink was not even dry on the new proposal to reduce property taxes and radically alter Tabor that is supposed to go to voters in November when a lawsuit was filed.  Although, many legislators are acting surprised, the lawsuit was so obvious based on how the...
Tax bills double in  CO mountain towns, new legislation doesn’t help, you can reduce your taxes   

Tax bills double in  CO mountain towns, new legislation doesn’t help, you can reduce your taxes   

Our legislative branch and Governor have touted a new proposal to drastically reduce property taxes after they have skyrocketed due to increasing values and the elimination of the Gallagher amendment.  Unfortunately the new bill will not help the overwhelming...