Real Estate Blogs

Mortgage rates, updates, homeownership tips & tricks

What is a Listing Agreement in Real Estate?

What is a Listing Agreement in Real Estate?

  • The Durango Team
  • 03/28/25

Once you’ve chosen who you’d like to work with, your working relationship is formalized by signing an Exclusive Right-to-Sell L...

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Residential Real Estate Investments in Durango, CO

Residential Real Estate Investments in Durango, CO

  • The Durango Team
  • 03/21/25

However, there are pros and cons to consider when renting homes, townhomes, or apartments in Durango and the Southwest Colorado...

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Townhome and Condominium Complexes in Durango, CO

Townhome and Condominium Complexes in Durango, CO

  • The Durango Team
  • 03/7/25

While townhome and condo complexes are primarily located within Durango’s City limits, some units can also be found in surround...

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What to do Before Listing Your Home For Sale

What to do Before Listing Your Home For Sale

  • The Durango Team
  • 02/28/25

From boosting curb appeal and getting professional photos to maintaining a welcoming atmosphere for buyers, there are plenty of...

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Buyer’s Market vs. Seller’s Market

Buyer’s Market vs. Seller’s Market

  • The Durango Team
  • 02/21/25

However, depending on which way the market is leaning, it is defined as a buyer’s market or a seller’s market. Below is an expl...

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Luxury Homes in Durango, CO

Luxury Homes in Durango, CO

  • The Durango Team
  • 02/7/25

Among these classifications, a commonly used yet often debated term is “luxury”. So, what differentiates a “luxury home” from o...

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Home Trends for 2025

Home Trends for 2025

  • The Durango Team
  • 01/31/25

Here’s a look at some of the current trends and minimalistic decor that we’ve seen recently - many of which we’ve even used in ...

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Credit Scores

Credit Scores

  • The Durango Team
  • 01/24/25

Here are some key points about credit scores and actionable tips to help you boost yours. 

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2024 Real Estate Review and 2025 Predictions

2024 Real Estate Review and 2025 Predictions

  • The Durango Team
  • 01/17/25

As 2025 begins, we reflect on the insights from 2024’s statistics, market trends, and conditions to guide our approach for the ...

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In Town Durango, Colorado Neighborhoods

In Town Durango, Colorado Neighborhoods

  • The Durango Team
  • 12/20/24

There are many neighborhoods and housing options to choose from, including homes, townhomes, rural ranches, and more. Here’s a ...

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Buying New Construction vs. Older Homes

Buying New Construction vs. Older Homes

  • The Durango Team
  • 12/6/24

After determining your budget, wants/needs, and general location, another important decision is whether to purchase new constru...

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How to Make Your Home Stand Out in the Real Estate Market

How to Make Your Home Stand Out in the Real Estate Market

  • The Durango Team
  • 11/22/24

When you decide to sell your home, you might ask yourself “What makes my home stand out?”, “Why would someone choose this home ...

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How to Know if You’re Ready to Buy a Home

How to Know if You’re Ready to Buy a Home

  • The Durango Team
  • 11/8/24

Whether purchasing your first home, your tenth, or an investment property, understanding your personal circumstances and doing ...

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Commercial Real Estate

Commercial Real Estate

  • The Durango Team
  • 11/1/24

Commercial real estate specifically refers to properties used for business purposes including office space, retail space, indus...

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Home Preparations for Winter

Home Preparations for Winter

  • The Durango Team
  • 10/25/24

Many of the winterization tasks below can be inspected and/or completed on your own, but we always recommend calling in the pro...

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Capital Gains Taxes

Capital Gains Taxes

  • The Durango Team
  • 10/18/24

Here’s a breakdown of Colorado’s capital gains taxes, covering rates, exemptions, and ways to reduce your tax liability. 

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Q4 2024 Mortgage Rates

Q4 2024 Mortgage Rates

  • The Durango Team
  • 10/4/24

As we move into the fourth quarter of 2024, we are happy to see the much anticipated reduction in mortgage rates. 

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Bayfield, Colorado

Bayfield, Colorado

  • The Durango Team
  • 09/27/24

Tucked away in the Pine River Valley, Bayfield, Colorado is a quaint country town. About 20 miles east of Durango, Bayfield off...

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2024 National Association of REALTORSⓇ Update

2024 National Association of REALTORSⓇ Update

  • The Durango Team
  • 09/20/24

Recently, real estate compensation has been making news headlines, stemming from a case in Illinois.

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Energy Efficient Homes

Energy Efficient Homes

  • The Durango Team
  • 09/6/24

Southwest Colorado has a small population of homes that are completely off-grid, but there are also many ways to retrofit your ...

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Silverton, Colorado

Silverton, Colorado

  • The Durango Team
  • 08/30/24

Silverton, CO is a quintessential mountain town set against the picture-perfect backdrop of the San Juan Mountains. Nestled bet...

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Real Estate Foreclosures

Real Estate Foreclosures

  • The Durango Team
  • 08/23/24

While it may appear daunting, knowing why it happens and what that means for the property owner, lender, and property itself is...

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Solar Power

Solar Power

  • The Durango Team
  • 07/19/24

In Durango, CO, the month of June averages 14.7 hours of daylight. That’s a lot of energy that’s produced naturally! With solar...

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Rural Land, Farm & Ranch, and Agricultural Properties

Rural Land, Farm & Ranch, and Agricultural Properties

  • The Durango Team
  • 06/28/24

There are many different types of properties available within Southwest Colorado, including residential land, mountain/recreati...

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