Posts tagged REMAX of Boulder
Real Estate news: ’11 Fastest-Moving Real Estate Markets’
Sep 7th
AOL Real Estate just released the 11 Fastest-moving Real Estate Markets. Two Colorado cities made the list. Follow this link to see who made the list…
Slow, Tired, Gloomy day in Boulder. At least its already Wednesday.
Bill Allen
303.441.5690
RE/MAX of Boulder, INC
Boulder News: ‘Ball Aerospace wins $36 Million Job’
Sep 7th
BCBR.com reported Ball Aerospace and Technologies have won a $36million contract for a missile launch program.
‘Boulder-based Ball Aerospace will create the Moire Program, which will include optics and geosynchronous imaging that can help detect missile launches and track them, according to a press statement. The project will also include real-time video.
Of the work, 73.2 percent of the project will be done from Ball Aerospace’s Broomfield location, according to the press statement. Other work will be done in Goleta, California, 17.2 percent; Livermore, California, 7.2 percent; and Huntsville, Alabama, 2.4 percent.’-Beth Potter
Ball Aerospace revenue has been growing rapidly over the last year citing a near 15% growth from last year. An increase from $18.6million to $21.7 million, second quarter numbers. The company has also finished their 160,000sqft expansion of their manufacturing center and started expanding their satellite manufacturing facility in Boulder.
*read the full article at BCBR.com
Bill Allen
303.441.5690
RE/MAX of Boulder, INC
Bill Allen: ‘New Coat of Paint’
Aug 25th
Have you been thinking about re-painting a room in your home? They say certain colors can define and even enhance your mood. Its a grea low-cost way to spruce up the appearance of your home. Check-out this article about paint colors to help you find the right one for you.
Bill Allen
303.441.5690
RE/MAX of Boulder, INC
Bill Allen, Real Estate News: ‘Market Turmoil Leads to Even Lower Mortgage Rates’
Aug 18th
A very poor start for the stock market this morning, dropping 400 points already has caused mortgage rates to hit the 50 year low! A 30-year fixed loan has dropped from 4.32% to 4.15%, while the average 15-year rate fell from 3.5% to 3.36%.
Now is an excellent time to re-finance if you have been thinking about it. It would be hard to believe that rates could fall any lower. If you have been thinking about refinancing, feel free to leave a comment or contact me…
*For the entire article read here
Bill Allen
RE/MAX of Boulder, INC
303.441.5690.office
Bill Allen, Real Estate News: CNNmoney releases the ‘Top 100 Places to Live 2011′ Guess who’s at the top?
Aug 15th
Today, CNNmoney released their ‘Top 100 Places to Live 2011′ list, ranking 3 Colorado cities in the top 20. The rankings are based on a combination of job opportunities, fiscal strength, top-notch schools, safe streets, good health care, cultural and outdoor activities, and nice weather.
HERE are the ranks for the three Colorado cities that made the top 20:
20. Superior, CO
Top 100 rank: 20
Population: 12,900
This former coal-mining town is a cyclist’s dream. Superior’s stunning mountain roads draw hundreds to the annual Morgul Classic bike race, and the town recently built a BMX bike park. Homes are more affordable here than in nearby Boulder, but residents have access to the same high-performing school district. Many of the city’s well-educated and affluent residents work in the tech sector, at Denver-area employers such as Oracle.
The second Colorado city is Castle Rock, CO, ranked #19:
19. Castle Rock, CO
Top 100 rank: 19
Population: 37,200
With roots in mining and railroads, this affluent town offers an updated taste of the Old West. It boasts an historic downtown area, 265 acres of parks, and 44 miles of trails. Douglas County Rodeo comes to town each summer, complete with a fair and parade. And there are bargains to be had at the nearby outlet mall. The local economy is improving too. A manufacturer for wind turbine parts recently moved to Castle Rock, and officials have earmarked an economic development assistance fund of $5 million to bring new businesses to town.
…and the third Colorado city is Louisville, CO, taking the top spot at #1
1. Louisville, CO
Top 100 rank: 1
Population: 18,400
Unemployment: 6.3%
This sunny, lively mountain town is safe (crime rates are among the lowest in Colorado) and easy to navigate. Lots of good jobs in tech, telecom, aerospace, clean energy, and health care can be found right in Louisville, and more are on their way. And there’s world-class mountain biking, hiking, and skiing in the nearby Rockies. Real estate prices have barely budged since 2005, yet a typical three-bedroom house here still runs less than a comparable one in nearby Boulder. Its schools consistently rank among the top three academically in the Denver area.
Way to go Louisville! I deal a lot of business in Louisville and would have to say it is one of the nicest towns I have ever seen. Complete with historical old town and new development, but at the same time keeping a sort of small town charm. It is a booming city full of opportunity, and compared to Boulder it is much more affordable.
Bill Allen
RE/MAX of Boulder, INC
303.441.5690
Bill Allen, Real Estate News: ‘The Basics of Homeowners Insurance’
Aug 12th
Are you a current homeowner, or looking to be one in the future? Well then you are going to want to have Homeowners 
Insurance and I’m sure your going to be taking a lot of time searching for the right coverage. Take a short cut and read this attached article to RealtyTimes.com and read their experts tips for picking out the right type of coverage for you.
*Read the article ‘The Basics of Homeowners Insurance’ here!
Bill Allen
RE/MAX of Boulder, INC
303.441.5690
Boulder News: ‘Lowe Alpine Coming back to Boulder’
Aug 11th
Lowe Alpine, a backpack maker is moving back home after being bought out by parent company Equip Outdoor Technologies. Lowe Alpine’s distribution and marketing will be relocating to Louisville by November 1st of this year. 
“I have long admired Lowe Alpine, and it has been an inspiration to me during the 20 years that I have been working in the outdoor industry,” Matt Gowar, Equip’s chief executive officer, said in a statement. While Equip is based in Derbyshire, United Kingdom, Gowar lives in Boulder.”
This is the second company that I have heard relocating to Louisville in the past few weeks.
Bill Allen
RE/MAX of Boulder, INC
303.441.5690
Boulder news: ‘Boulder ranked 3rd for best place to live’
Aug 3rd
An article by the Wall Street Journal, under personal finance, has a brand new top 10 list 
of the ‘best places to live in the U.S.’. Boulder was ranked third by ‘RelocateAmerica’ in this year’s annual Top 10 list. Boulder was ranked 3rd because…
“Boulder is a stable community at the foot of the Rocky Mountains — and a city that is well-loved by its residents, said Steve Nickerson, president of RelocateAmerica. In addition to its picturesque scenery and opportunities for outdoor recreation, the city offers a variety of cultural attractions, according to RelocateAmerica”
We were beat out only to #1 Austin Texas, they have strong economic opportunity and cultural attraction, and #2 Grand Rapids, Michigan, for its solid schools, strong economy, and housing market.
*See the entire Top 10 list HERE!
Bill Allen
RE/MAX of Boulder, INC
303.441.5690
‘Alfalfa’s doing well’
Aug 2nd
Local grocery store Alfalfa’s recent return to Boulder has done so ahead of projections. After being open for about 10 weeks the organic and natural grocery store are seeing a growth of new and loyal clients filling up their store.
“You have to be mindful when you open a new store that … you take sales dollars from existing places. Our sales dollars come from other competitors here in town,” Retzloff said. “We know the neighborhoods surrounding our store are very happy that we’re back because they don’t have to go to 28th Street.”
Alfalfa’s doesn’t have big plans for the future, the owner says they are just working on getting back their customers from their 9 month absence. SUPPORT LOCAL STORES!
Bill Allen
RE/MAX of Boulder, INC
303.441.5690
Bill Allen, Boulder CO: ‘RE/MAX ranks first among buyers, sellers in JD Power Survey’
Aug 2nd
From a survey of more than 3,680 buyers and sellers found RE/MAX to be ranked first overall for satisfaction. Of the home buyers surveyed, RE/MAX was found to have the best satisfaction, as well, among home sellers RE/MAX took the top spot. GO RE/MAX!
Bill Allen
RE/MAX of Boulder, INC
303.441.5690
