Joan Cox

Denver

Real Estate Professional and Contributor at Active Rain

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What Should Buyers ask to be Repaired/

3 days ago | activerain.com | Joan Cox

The inspection is a critical part of a purchase transaction. I ALWAYS recommend having an inspection, even if the Seller says AS IS! This is a small insurance policy, as you may find some issues with big-ticket items. I have had many buyers ask "What is important in this inspection"? EVERYTHING! Replacing a new roof, a new sewer line (or even major repairs), replacing an electrical system or electrical panel, a furnace or structural damage could cost thousands.
How's the Market in Denver CO - May 2025

4 days ago | activerain.com | Joan Cox

The stats are out for the month of May, and the numbers reflect a slight increase in sales from April. There was a significant increase in inventory from last month which is very typical this time of year. This data is courtesy of Joan Cox - House to Home, Inc. I track data daily for the Denver metro area, and the amount of price reductions have increased, and for the last 7 days there were 2,965 and homes returning to market have been around 300-320 per week.
Cleaning up After a Storm

4 days ago | activerain.com | Joan Cox

Denver has had a lot of severe weather over the last 2-3 weeks with an abnormal amount of rain and some areas of town has had hail. The first thing you want to do is start cleaning up --- BUT WAIT! First, before you start cleaning up, video or record what damage you have and are dealing with. This will help your insurance company move forward.
It is SO nice to be Home!

5 days ago | activerain.com | Joan Cox

Knowing that the trek from Denver to Des Moines and on the last day were going to be tough with 10 hours in the car minimum! On top of that, with temps above 95, you should stop every couple of hours to cool the car off. (and good to get out and walk around/stretch)There must have been tournaments on Sunday, as there were LOTS of 10-year-old (or so) boys in the hotel, and they were running up and down the halls until 12:30 am.
Always fun to Hear from Rainers!

6 days ago | activerain.com | Joan Cox

While on vacation I have heard from a couple of Rainers, and so fun to catch up! One I have known for quite some time, been to her home and the other it was the first time having a conversation! She asked if I was on solid ground! LOL SO nice to "know" someone through their blogs, but even better when you are able to actually have a conversation! Since 2007, I have spoken to MANY Rainers across the Country, gotten to know them better, and many have scheduled meet-ups for face-to-face! Some...
Avoiding Toll Roads and Seeing the Countryside

1 week ago | activerain.com | Joan Cox

When I left, I never thought about there being toll roads. We have one in Aurora, but thinking that is the only one in all of Colorado. Coming across Illinois, I saw it was a toll road, but there were no signs as to how to sign up for the program to pay them. Guess I will get something in the mail. In NY they said **826 and sign up, so I did. Coming from Detroit to South Bend IN, I put both into my gps - toll road and no toll road, and there was about 15 minute difference.
Winding Down the Road Trip

1 week ago | activerain.com | Joan Cox

Came through the border Thursday morning, and there had to be 100 cars in line trying to cross into Canada. I had just one car in front of me, and sailed through, no issues. SO thankful I was in Hamilton Wednesday evening, as Detroit and South Bend IN had really rough weather including tornado warnings. It poured Wednesday in Hamilton, and most of the way into Detroit Thursday, and only once did the skies open up.
What do you need to do prior to Listing?

1 week ago | activerain.com | Joan Cox

When a homeowner is ready to list their home, there are inspections you should do so you know exactly what to expect as you progress through a transaction. Denver has had A LOT of rain lately, have you checked your basement to ensure you have no water intrusions or water damage? Mold is not prevalent in Denver, but if left untouched it can cause lots of problems.
Touring Canada....

1 week ago | activerain.com | Joan Cox

I was going to put, Canada, NOT the 51st state, but thought my post would be deleted. I know the President was at the G7 talks near Banff. Thought with as much traffic as I have seen, he was close. Drove through Montreal, and OH MY! 2 miles took one hour - traffic was horrid. I cannot imagine doing that everyday!Was in Ottawa Monday night, and was nice, but didn't get in until late afternoon, so didn't really see the city, and left pretty early Tuesday morning.
Vermont - Continuation of Beauty, now onto to Canada

1 week ago | activerain.com | Joan Cox

Sad to have left Lake Placid, I think that was my favorite place so far! Coming into Vermont, I traveled by ferry across Lake Champlain, and driving up to Stowe, it was the same beauty! LOTS of trees. Stowe was a bit difficult to get around on Saturday, there were protestors everywhere, including in the street. The traffic was barely moving, but when I got through, I found the covered bridge I was looking for. Had some lunch by a river, which was really nice.