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Improving market luring would-be brokers

MIAMI – To motivate a classroom packed with 87 aspiring real estate agents, instructor Keith Grandy started off his one-week, intensive course with the promise of big money: With hard work, ...

DATE: Aug 22, 2014 | CATEGORY: Business

Choosing the right broker is important

The choice of the right real estate broker is the most critical part of the home buying or selling process. Unfortunately, most buyers and a majority of sellers end up working with the first...

DATE: Aug 22, 2014 | CATEGORY: On Real Estate

Why Bank of America deal might not cost it $17B

WASHINGTON – How much will Bank of America’s expected $17 billion mortgage settlement cost the company? The answer is, almost certainly not that much. In mega-settlements negotiat...

DATE: Aug 20, 2014 | CATEGORY: Business

Home construction rises 15.7% in July

WASHINGTON – U.S. home construction rebounded in July, rising to an eight-month high and offering hope that housing has regained momentum after two months of declines. Constructio...

DATE: Aug 19, 2014 | CATEGORY: Business

Homebuilder confidence up two points in August

U.S. homebuilders are feeling more confident in their sales prospects headed into next year, a sign that home construction and sales of newly built homes may pick up after stalling this summ...

DATE: Aug 18, 2014 | CATEGORY: Business

In a tight market, home prices tick up slightly

Second quarter home prices climb 4.4% from 2013

DATE: Aug 15, 2014 | CATEGORY: Business

So you have decided to rent out your home?

Here is advice to protect yourself and your renters

DATE: Aug 15, 2014 | CATEGORY: Business

In San Francisco real estate, $1M won’t buy much

Tech industry’s growth fuels spike in city’s new median price

DATE: Aug 15, 2014 | CATEGORY: Business

Is your home situated in a flood plain?

During a recent transaction, I became aware of the newly revised flood plain regulations that have been adopted by La Plata County. In researching these regulations, I had a very ...

DATE: Aug 15, 2014 | CATEGORY: On Real Estate

Rental market may be easing

Vacancies available, housing officials say

DATE: Aug 15, 2014 | CATEGORY: Business

Can you afford to buy a home?

Figuring out what you can comfortably afford means knowing the major things you need to budget for when you buy a home. From one-time expenses like the down payment to ongoing costs like tax...

DATE: Aug 9, 2014 | CATEGORY: On Real Estate

Welcome home

Open houses tout that perfect place for buyers

DATE: Aug 9, 2014 | CATEGORY: Business

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.