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Party Wall Agreement – What is It and Why is It Important?
We’re sorry to say that party walls aren’t walls where parties are hosted, so you can stop worrying about when you need to supply the wine. Unfortunately, the definition is way more boring than that, even though sometimes, late at night, when you’re trying to sleep,...
Realtor vs Real Estate Agent- What is the Difference?
If you’re considering buying or selling a home, unless you are doing a For-Sale-By-Owner, you will most likely want someone to help you through the real estate transaction process. But, who should you turn to? A real estate agent or a realtor? Are all licensed real...
Using Zillow Video Walkthroughs to Showcase Your Home
With in-person showings being limited in some markets due to the coronavirus outbreak, we are using technology to do what we do best: helping buyers and sellers transact real estate simply and affordably. For sellers, we are recommending that you create your own video...
Coronavirus Update: Real estate is still essential in Colorado, but with some exceptions
We know people all around Colorado are hurting right now. We hear from homeowners every day who have lost jobs and whose lives have been adversely affected by the coronavirus. For some of these people the best path forward is to liquidate their most important asset by...
How Much to Add a Bathroom? – Cost Guide
A bathroom is an essential part to any home and adding a new one can be a fantastic improvement for many reasons. Before you add a bathroom to your home, it’s important to understand the costs associated with this project. The overall cost to add a bathroom ranges...
How to Take Great Photos of Your Own Home with a Smartphone
Great photos are as important as anything in selling your home. It’s always a good idea to get the best photos you can, and that means working with an experienced real estate photographer. At last count, Jenn Cohen, Trelora’s Lead Photographer for Denver, had...
What Does Pending Mean in Real Estate?
Many people are familiar with the term “patent pending” in reference to an application for a US patent awaiting approval from the trademark office, and pretty much that’s what a pending sale means in real estate too. Pending by definition as an adjective means...
Denver Market Pulse April 8, 2020 – The Best Way Forward
As you know already, the coronavirus outbreak we're experiencing in Colorado and across the country is causing many changes to our lives. Regarding real estate, this makes it tricky, albeit still possible, to accurately forecast what will happen in the Denver area in...
8 Things To Do Now So You’re Ready To Buy Later
After President Trump extended the social distancing guidelines through at least April 30th, most Americans will continue to have more free time over the next month or so. Some people will use that extra time to do some spring cleaning, get their homes organized, and...
Coronavirus Update: What Local Orders Mean for Real Estate
Update: This post has been revised as of Tuesday, May 19 to include the latest in each of the states we serve. As the response to the coronavirus epidemic continues to evolve, we at Trelora are monitoring the situation closely. As a client, we want to make sure you...
Show-it-Yourself Guide
How to safely open your house to buyers during a coronavirus stay-at-home order As more and more of our clients are staying in their homes to prevent the spread of the coronavirus pandemic, we at Trelora want to help buyers and sellers continue to connect. We’ve...
Coronavirus Update: Working Remotely in Washington During Stay-at-Home Order
Governor Jay Inslee has ordered residents of Washington State to stay home, and all non-essential businesses to close their offices to limit the spread of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19. Unlike in Denver, the Washington State order currently does not include...
Coronavirus Update: Denver Mayor Says Real Estate is "Essential Business"
Since Denver Mayor Hancock announced a stay-at-home order for Denver yesterday, there has been an important development: Real estate is now included as an essential business. The full text of the City’s updated order is available on their official website here. We...
Update on Denver's Coronavirus Stay-at-Home Order
As of Tuesday, March 23rd, Denver Mayor Michael Hancock has ordered residents of the city and county of Denver to stay at home, and all non-essential businesses to close their offices. On Wednesday March 25th Adams, Arapahoe, Douglas and Jefferson Counties have...
Trelora prioritizes health and safety as we work to protect your home equity
We at Trelora are actively monitoring the spread of COVID-19 and are taking every precaution we can to ensure the safety of our customers, our staff, and the communities we serve. Please know that we will always continue to be here to serve you. We are always just a...
7 Ways to Use Your Commission Rebate
Trelora is the only brokerage in the country that will give you HALF of the buyer’s agent commission at closing! We want the home buying journey to be a partnership between our team and our clients, so that’s why we’ve put our money where our mouth is and created the...
Denver Market Pulse 2/20 – Crush Multiple Offers
With the passing of February and the impending arrival of spring, many buyers are shifting their focus back to their home search. And as more and more buyers comb through listings online and hit the pavement looking for their next home, they're all running into the...
Oysters for Thanksgiving?
When we think of Thanksgiving, most of us think of food and lots of it. How big should the turkey be? Mashed potatoes or yams? Cranberry sauce or cranberry jello? Pumpkin pie or fruit pie? The list goes on. But did you know that, according to historians, none of those...
Luxury Colorado Mountain Home
Majestic mountain estate Looking for your ultimate Colorado mountain home? Look no further. Check out this completely remodeled luxury estate at 6887 Timbers Drive in Evergreen with 5 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms. It was first constructed in 1999. And it's a private...
NEWS: TRELORA Celebrates First Year in Seattle
TRELORA, the real estate agency revolutionizing how people buy and sell residential real estate, is celebrating its one year anniversary in Seattle. Through the use of proprietary technology and a top-rated team of specialized agents, TRELORA is able to create greater...
Who Pays Real Estate Commissions?
It’s a common myth that, as a buyer, you don’t pay your real estate agent because the seller pays all commissions. However, that’s not really the case. . . Let’s take a look at an example on how real estate commissions work Bob is buying a $400,000 home that Susan is...
Thinking About Buying a Foreclosed Home?
You’ve spent months aimlessly searching through current homes for sale. You’ve gone to a few open houses and your agent has taken you through some homes. But nothing has been exactly what you wanted. Then, you find a home that just feels right. As fate would have it,...
Countertops That Look Like Granite (without the price!)
Granite countertops are popular for a reason: they’re beautiful, elegant, and durable. But they come with a hefty price tag. While there are plenty of other countertops that don’t look like granite, it is possible to get the look without the cost. We’ve broken down...
What Does Active Contingent Mean?
If you're searching for a new house online, you've probably seen a lot of industry lingo which can get confusing. From active to pending to contingent, you've probably seen it all. But really, what does active contingent mean? When a property is marked as contingent,...
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