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…and holding

Mal Sillars — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 16:59:51 +0000

In my last post I indicated that there had been a burst of real estate activity in August and September. I’m here to tell you that as we head for mid-October the interest is still there. My activity and the activity in the office is starting to feel like old times! We are certainly not out of the woods yet as far as real estate business in this valley goes, but for this week it’s good. Come join us. There is a large inventory and with 30-year interest rates less than 4%, now is the time to make your move to the Colorado high county.

Falling into Autumn

Mal Sillars — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 15:10:19 +0000

Here we are heading into the last quarter of the year. The aspen are near peak color and the mountains look spectacular. There has been a bit of snow on the high peaks, but still no mantle…but that will change in the next month.

The real estate business in Buena Vista had a puff of activity during the August and September and it is yet to be seen how the last quarter of the year will go. This is still one of the most beautiful areas in the country, the property inventory is great and interest rates are low…so it is a opportune time to make the move here. For me, there are trails to hike while waiting for the phone to ring…feel free to call. I have worked on real estate deals from the side of mountains!

Perhaps next year

Mal Sillars — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 16:15:33 +0000

August is almost here and Buena Vista is full of tourists, but most of them have not paid a visit to a real estate office. I understand that that is not the main reason they come here. Hello! There is so much to do here that you can fill a year’s worth of weekends doing stuff…and those of us who live here are always out enjoying some outdoor activity. But back to real estate. While there has been an increase in interest and activity…perhaps not offers…I think that this year may be the worst in sales of the past three years…we’ll know for sure come the end of December. Now there are still the fall months to go and they are often good, but at this rate, I think if there will be a significant increase in the real estate activity…it will be next year.

Buena Vista Pace

Mal Sillars — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 00:38:43 +0000

One great aspect of the real estate business is helping buyers and sellers buy and sell their property with a minimum of fuss. But beyond that, practicing real estate in Buena Vista allows a pleasant pace. There is no frenetic driving all over territory, running here and running there, trying to meet deadlines and generally getting upset. For me there is a nice mix of business which includes paperwork, phone calls, general visiting and time for a hike or a home project. It’s sort of like ‘having a life.’ I’ve already had the job where I did not have a life.

I really like to hike the mountains and trails here. There is something special about prolonged times in elevated spaces. Getting up there is often the hardest thing I do. That’s probably why so many of us have chosen to live here. There are jobs or other things to do…but basically, we just want to be here. When one considers climate, weather, beauty, natural wonder, rugged terrain, high peaks, fast rivers and endless outdoor activities to pursue, there may not be a better place to live and play.

Oh, we still have some room left!

2011

Mal Sillars — Sat, 15 Jan 2011 20:41:31 +0000

2011 is well underway and so am I. I have been doing my cardio exercises so that I will be in shape to climb, first with snow shoes and in warmer times without. Outdoor activities are big in our part of Colorado. Any excuse to be outside doing something is a good one…and here in the Arkansas Valley there is plenty to do. This year there are some 20 peaks on my climbing list, most of them 13ers that are sometimes hard to access…but that is part of the fun.

Also, it appears as though my adopted section of the Continental Divide Trail will be complete and ready for a through-hike this season. That is about 8 miles of trail above 12,000 feet heading south from Cottonwood Pass and ending in Mineral Basin.

As for real estate, it is hard to say how that will turn out this year. 2010 was better than 2009 for me, but not for all. I’m prepared for whatever comes and as usual will be happy to assist any and all with their real estate needs along with giving trail tips when requested.

Holiday Bonus

Mal Sillars — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 22:02:28 +0000

I had an interesting call from one of my clients the other day. They have enjoyed their second home here in Buena Vista over the years, have done some updating and now are ready to move on. They suggested lowering the price by $10,000 over the holidays. So we have!

One of the big features of this house is the huge south-facing deck. There are big views of Mt. Princeton, one of Colorado’s 14ers; down valley views as well as views to the east and west. Just inside from the deck, is the open living-dining-kitchen area. At the back on the main floor are two bedrooms and a bath. The upper level has two bedrooms, each with a balcony, and a 3/4 bath. The lower level has a family room and 3/4 bath. This is a great large- or extended-family house because of all the room in which to spread out. Whatever the size of the family, lots of living will be done on the deck. Even during the winter months, if there is no wind, the sun will keep you warm out there.

The price of this house is now $264,900 through January 4, 2011. If you know someone who might be interested, have them give me a call.

Springtime in the Rockies

Mal Sillars — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 18:51:40 +0000

I was in the weather business for 30 years. I love keeping track of the weather. Here in Colorado, water is always an issue since our water comes from the winter snow pack.

The has been a dry winter and we are behind in mountain snow all across the state. But now it is Spring and today Colorado is getting hammered with a major snow storm and everyone seems to be excited. The mountains will end up with a couple of feet of new snow and the valleys with perhaps a foot. March and April are the months when we do this and we all hope for it. And in a couple of days, snow at lower elevations will melt, the sky will be blue, the high peaks bright white and today a memory. I can not think of a better place to live.