Laura Owen's Blog Posts

A local guide for homeowners in Mead, Berthoud, Longmont, Firestone, Frederick, Windsor, Loveland, Erie, and nearby Front Range communities.If you are planning to buy another primary residence, you

Commerce City Townhome Offers a Convenient Start in the Denver Metro AreaHomeownership in the Denver metro area can feel out of reach for buyers who want a comfortable home, outdoor space, and

An Attractive Entry Point to Denver Metro Homeownership: Commerce City Townhome Near DIAFor buyers who want to put down roots in the Denver metro area without taking on the upkeep of a large single

7 HOA Checklist Items Every Homebuyer Should Review Before BuyingBuying a home in an HOA community can be a smart move, especially in Westminster, Broomfield, Arvada, Thornton, Northglenn, Erie,

7 HOA Checklist Items Every Homebuyer Should Review Before BuyingBuying a home in an HOA community can be a great move, especially in Westminster, Broomfield, Arvada, Thornton, Northglenn, Erie,

Issue No. 3  ·  June 1, 2026  ·  Weekly Edition "Summer's settling in, the graduation caps have been tossed, and the Berthoud market is finding a calmer rhythm. Let

Issue No. 3  ·  May 25, 2026  ·  Weekly Edition “Early summer is when Northern Colorado shows off, and this year Mead is right in the middle of the fun.;&

Issue No. 8  ·  May 18, 2026  ·  Weekly Edition “Summer's nearly here, and the Carbon Valley is quietly running away with one of the best stories in NoCo real

Issue No. 7  ·  May 11, 2026  ·  Weekly Edition “Loveland's leveled out a bit this spring, and that's actually good news if you've been waiting for a saner

Issue No. 6  ·  May 4, 2026  ·  Weekly Edition “Spring in Longmont is quieter than it's been in years — and that's actually a good thing if you're ready

Why You Need a Buyer's Agent—Even When the Seller Says NoThe ScenarioYou found the perfect house. You're ready to make an offer. But there's a catch: the seller wants to handle the sale

If your Longmont or Northern Colorado home hasn't sold, you may be wondering whether to rent it out instead. This post breaks down the three questions every NoCo homeowner should ask before becoming

Before buying a home in Longmont or Northern Colorado, mortgage pre-approval is the single most important first step. It clarifies your price range, strengthens your offer with local sellers, and is

Home prices in Longmont, Firestone, Frederick, and across Northern Colorado are softening modestly in 2026, not crashing. National experts project continued gradual price growth through 2030. Laura

Big institutional investors own less than 1% of homes nationally and are net sellers right now — here's what that means for buyers in Longmont, Northern Colorado, and the Front Range real

Thinking about buying your first home in Longmont, Frederick, or somewhere else in Northern Colorado? This guide covers the three things every first-time buyer should do: find the right team, get

Northern Colorado and Longmont homeowners are sitting on significant home equity and using it to fund home renovations. This post explains which projects have the best ROI according to NAR data, how

Mortgage rates are volatile in 2026, but Northern Colorado home buyers in Longmont, Frederick, and Firestone can take control by focusing on their credit score, loan type, and loan term —

Realtor.com data identifies April 12–18, 2026 as the best week to list a home nationally. For Longmont and Northern Colorado sellers, spring remains the strongest selling season, with median

Issue No. 6  ·  March 30, 2026  ·  Weekly Edition “Spring is here and buyers are finally coming off the sidelines — if you’ve been thinking about

Issue No. 5  ·  March 23, 2026  ·  Weekly Edition "Spring is here and buyers are starting to move — if you've been waiting for the right moment, this is as

Discover four smart ways Longmont, CO homeowners can use their home equity to move, remodel, reach life goals, or stay afloat in a changing marketFour Ways Your Home Equity Can Work for You in the

Buying a home with family has become increasingly common, especially as housing prices rise and families choose to live together across generations. One way to make that possible is by purchasing a

In Colorado, if you own a house as tenants in common (TIC) and your partner passes away, their share of the property is transferred to their heirs through a will or intestacy rather than

Top 3 Reasons To Buy a Home Before SpringTop 3 Reasons To Buy Before SpringIf you’re thinking about buying this year, you’re probably eyeing the spring market. That’s when everyone

Has the Weld County housing market improved enough since my 2025 listing expired to sell now?Yes. For homeowners looking to sell your home in Weld County, early 2026 brings lower mortgage rates,

Are home prices in Mead and Weld County actually softening enough in early 2026 to justify jumping in, or should you keep waiting for bigger price drops?Short answer: In Mead and Weld County, prices

2 Mistakes Sellers are Making Right NowHere’s something you should know before you sell your house. The homeowners who win in today’s market aren’t the ones waiting it out or

The Top 2 Things Longmont Homeowners Need To Know Before SellingThinking about selling your home in Longmont? Today’s market is competitive, and success isn’t about waiting for

Are You Asking Yourself These Questions About Selling Your House?3 min readSome homeowners hesitate to sell because they’ve got unanswered questions that hold them back. But a lot of times

Seller Concessions: A Smart Strategy To Get Your House Sold3 min readFor the past few years, it’s been mostly a seller’s market. But dynamics are shifting as the number of homes for sale

Over the past few years, some homeowners have decided to delay their move because they don’t want to sell and take on a higher mortgage rate on their next home. Maybe you

Even though there are more homes available for sale than there were at this time last year, there are still more buyers than there are houses to choose from. So, know that if you’ve got 

In 2024, with a highly competitive market, staging has become more than just a nice-to-have; it's a crucial strategy for sellers. I've witnessed firsthand the transformative impact of home

In 2024, the real estate landscape continues to evolve, presenting new opportunities and challenges for home sellers. The digital revolution has transformed how we sell homes. In 2024, virtual tours