Mount Crested Butte Real Estate News

Pending home sales rise 5.2% in July

2010-09-03T15:00:00.000-07:00

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38971730/ns/business-real_estate/

Corey Dwan - REALTOR
Benson Sotheby's International Realty
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Crested Butte, CO 81224
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National housing market, with homebuyers tax credit in place, showed subtantial improvement in second quarter.

2010-08-31T16:18:00.000-07:00

Home prices gain 3.6% in past year

National housing market, with homebuyers tax credit in place, showed subtantial improvement in second quarter. http://ht.ly/2xCjV

Corey Dwan - REALTOR
Benson Sotheby's International Realty
P.O. Box 210
433 Sixth Street
Crested Butte, CO 81224
970-596-3219 Cell
970-325-3219 World Wide Cell
970-349-6653 Office
970-797-1810 Fax
www.CrestedButteForSale.com

A decade of change in housing patterns Survey shows that we're living larger and paying for it

2010-08-31T05:18:00.000-07:00

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38906837/ns/business-real_estate/

Corey Dwan - REALTOR
Benson Sotheby's International Realty
P.O. Box 210
433 Sixth Street
Crested Butte, CO 81224
970-596-3219 Cell
970-325-3219 World Wide Cell
970-349-6653 Office
970-797-1810 Fax
www.CrestedButteForSale.com

Surprise! Banks help more homeowners than Obama

2010-08-31T05:11:00.000-07:00

Surprise! Banks help more homeowners than Obama

Corey Dwan - REALTOR
Benson Sotheby's International Realty
P.O. Box 210
433 Sixth Street
Crested Butte, CO 81224
970-596-3219 Cell
970-325-3219 World Wide Cell
970-349-6653 Office
970-797-1810 Fax
www.CrestedButteForSale.com

Cisneros: Worst over for Colorado housing market - Denver Business Journal

2010-08-26T06:05:00.000-07:00

Cisneros: Worst over for Colorado housing market - Denver Business Journal

Corey Dwan - REALTOR
Benson Sotheby's International Realty
P.O. Box 210
433 Sixth Street
Crested Butte, CO 81224
970-596-3219 Cell
970-325-3219 World Wide Cell
970-349-6653 Office
970-797-1810 Fax
www.CrestedButteForSale.com

Crested Butte adds snowmaking ski trails terrain parks lodge facilities for 201011 season

2010-08-24T14:30:00.000-07:00

Crested Butte adds snowmaking ski trails terrain parks lodge facilities for 201011 season

Corey Dwan - REALTOR
Benson Sotheby's International Realty
P.O. Box 210
433 Sixth Street
Crested Butte, CO 81224
970-596-3219 Cell
970-325-3219 World Wide Cell
970-349-6653 Office
970-797-1810 Fax
www.CrestedButteForSale.com

Crested Butte is One of Colorado's Last Great Ski Towns

2010-08-22T07:22:00.000-07:00

Crested Butte is One of Colorado's Last Great Ski Towns

Corey Dwan - REALTOR
Benson Sotheby's International Realty
P.O. Box 210
433 Sixth Street
Crested Butte, CO 81224
970-596-3219 Cell
970-325-3219 World Wide Cell
970-349-6653 Office
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First Snow in Crested Butte This morning, a sleepy town in southwest Colorado awoke to a dusting of snow. Winter is on its way.

2010-08-22T06:23:00.000-07:00

http://www.skinet.com/skiing/resorts/2010/08/first-snow-in-crested-butte

Corey Dwan - REALTOR
Benson Sotheby's International Realty
P.O. Box 210
433 Sixth Street
Crested Butte, CO 81224
970-596-3219 Cell
970-325-3219 World Wide Cell
970-349-6653 Office
970-797-1810 Fax
www.CrestedButteForSale.com

In the tent: Lake Irwin beckons | AspenTimes.com

2010-08-20T06:30:00.000-07:00

In the tent: Lake Irwin beckons | AspenTimes.com

Fed to protect consumers from abusive mortgages

2010-08-17T06:57:00.000-07:00

Fed to protect consumers from abusive mortgages

Corey Dwan - REALTOR
Benson Sotheby's International Realty
P.O. Box 210
433 Sixth Street
Crested Butte, CO 81224
970-596-3219 Cell
970-325-3219 World Wide Cell
970-349-6653 Office
970-797-1810 Fax
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Mortgage applications leaped last week as rock-bottom rates lifted demand for home refinancing loans to its highest level in 15 months, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.

2010-08-18T09:32:00.001-07:00

Refinancing applications at 15-month high

2010-08-18T09:55:00.000-07:00

Refinancing applications at 15-month high

Corey Dwan - REALTOR
Benson Sotheby's International Realty
P.O. Box 210
433 Sixth Street
Crested Butte, CO 81224
970-596-3219 Cell
970-325-3219 World Wide Cell
970-349-6653 Office
970-797-1810 Fax
www.CrestedButteForSale.com

The wasted 4.44% mortgage rate

2010-08-16T07:00:00.000-07:00

The wasted 4.44% mortgage rate

Corey Dwan - REALTOR
Benson Sotheby's International Realty
P.O. Box 210
433 Sixth Street
Crested Butte, CO 81224
970-596-3219 Cell
970-325-3219 World Wide Cell
970-349-6653 Office
970-797-1810 Fax
www.CrestedButteForSale.com

Season ski passes go up modestly at most resorts | AspenTimes.com

2010-08-16T06:53:00.000-07:00

Season ski passes go up modestly at most resorts | AspenTimes.com

Corey Dwan - REALTOR
Benson Sotheby's International Realty
P.O. Box 210
433 Sixth Street
Crested Butte, CO 81224
970-596-3219 Cell
970-325-3219 World Wide Cell
970-349-6653 Office
970-797-1810 Fax
www.CrestedButteForSale.com

Mount Crested Butte Condo Price Reduction - 6 Emmons Loop, #255, Mt. Crested Butte, CO 81225

2010-01-27T11:06:00.000-08:00

Mount Crested Butte Condo - 6 Emmons Loop, #255, Mt. Crested Butte, CO 81225

Located directly at the base area with beautiful views to the West, East and South. Just steps away from the bus stop and restaurants. Great amenities...you and up to three friends or family don't even have to leave the comforts of your practically ski in/ski out Chalet. Enjoy the lobby fireplace surrounded by luxurious woodwork and stone. Indoor/outdoor pool and hot tub on patio with fire pit. Enjoy the convenience of privately reserved ski and snowboard storage slope side. Enjoy the amazing views of Mt. Crested Butte. Great investment potential with the new Conference Center next door! Come check out some Crested Butte real estate now in the best ski resort in Colorado.
$74,000

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Corey Dwan - REALTOR
Benson Sotheby's International Realty
P.O. Box 210
433 Sixth Street
Crested Butte, CO 81224
970-596-3219 Cell
970-325-3219 Google
970-349-6653 Office
970-797-1810 Fax
www.CrestedButteForSale.com

Mount Crested Butte Condo Price Reduction - 620 Gothic Road, #210, Mount Crested Butte, CO 81225

2010-02-08T05:38:00.000-08:00

Mount Crested Butte Condo - 620 Gothic Road, #210, Mount Crested Butte, CO 81225

Here is your opportunity to own a great rental unit in the mountain’s premier base area complex. Numerous amenities include indoor/outdoor pool, spa,hot tub, restaurants, retail stores and cocktail lounge. Home of the new the only conference center on the mountain. Strong rental history makes this a great investment in one of the fastest growing ski resorts in the States. Total rental income of $21,075 from 7-1-07 to 4-30-08 for its first open season! Come check out some Crested Butte real estate now in the best ski resort in Colorado.
$175,000

Virtual Tour

Corey Dwan - REALTOR
Benson Sotheby's International Realty
P.O. Box 210
433 Sixth Street
Crested Butte, CO 81224
970-596-3219 Cell
970-325-3219 Google
970-349-6653 Office
970-797-1810 Fax
www.CrestedButteForSale.com

Mt. Crested Butte Condo Under Contract! 620 Gothic Road, #506, Mount Crested Butte, CO 81225

2010-05-14T06:30:00.000-07:00

620 Gothic Road, #506, Mount Crested Butte, CO 81225

$261,900

Here is your opportunity to own a great one bedroom, two bath Mount Crested Butte rental condo in the mountain’s premier base area complex. Numerous amenities include indoor/outdoor pool, spa, hot tub, restaurants, retail stores and cocktail lounge. Home of the new and only conference center on the mountain. $8,000 decoration allowance.

One Bedroom, two baths, 842 square feet and one car garage.

Mt. Crested Butte Condo Under Contract! 87 Endner Place, Crested Butte, CO 81224

2010-07-05T15:10:00.000-07:00

Crested Butte Real Estate Market Update August 13, 2010

2010-08-13T05:53:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone,

Happy Friday the 13th! It has been a great summer so far in the Crested Butte real estate market. With Crested Butte Mountain Resort's hotel and condo occupancy for July up 25% over last summer and lift ridership up 21% it is evident this has had a dramatic impact on real estate sales. In the Lodge at Mountaineer Square, one of the hardest hit new developments on the mountain in recent years, has seen nine sales and currently has another eight residences under contract for a total potential of $7.995mil of sales. With numerous properties receiving multiple offers and some listings being sold for full price or more it may be that we’ve reached the bottom in this segment of the market. The Tipple House ($4.489mil), 757 Ridge Lane ($2.995mil) and adjoining $800k parcel, 193 Larkspur ($3.335mil), 82 Anthracite ($1.445mil) and 2 Ridge Lane ($1.35mil) are all under contract and 378 Phoenix Way has closed for $3,000,100. That coupled with a total of 49 properties sold or put under contract since July 1, 2010 it appears the savvy buyer has returned for some incredible values.

Summer Business on the Mountain:

The addition of Mini Golf to the Adventure Park has exceeded everyone’s expectations with the Adventure Park showing a 60% growth in revenue. More than 1,500 rounds of mini golf were played during the month of July. Camp Crested Butte for Kids is also growing rapidly as they’ve posted a 40% increase in business to date.

The real buzz in the community is about the mountain biking at Crested Butte Mountain Resort (CBMR). The Mountain Sports department and the Mountain Operations teams have done an incredible job of providing a fantastic biking and hiking experience on the mountain for our guests. All of this combined with more special events, weddings and group and conference business has created a new level of energy and vitality at CBMR.

Winter Expectations:

The good news goes beyond the summer as we look at how we are pacing for next winter. The CBMR group sales team has booked twice the amount of group business compared to this time last year and currently has a 62% increase in room reservations on the books in our hotels and condo complexes.

The air program with Virgin America from San Francisco did not materialize as anticipated due to changes in their business strategy. However, the airline bookings are already pacing ahead of last year and flights now include new direct jet service from Houston on Continental along with two flights daily on American Airlines from Dallas and two flights daily on United from Denver. Click here for flight information.

Another indicator that we are heading toward a great winter is that our season pass sales are pacing ahead of the last five years. CBMR has lowered the price significantly on our 10-day card and College Season Pass and introduced an Anniversary Pass good for four days of skiing for just $99 in celebration of the Crested Butte resort’s 50th anniversary. Click here for more ticket information.

Snodgrass Update:

U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell released a decision on his formal review of the recent appeal decision concerning Crested Butte Mountain Resort’s (CBMR) Snodgrass Mountain Expansion Proposal. The review was conducted by Associate Deputy Chief Gloria Manning on behalf of Chief Tidwell. Manning affirmed the decision by Deputy Regional Forester James Peña and Forest Supervisor Charlie Richmond.

“Of course we’re incredibly disappointed with this decision,” said Tim Mueller, president of CBMR. “The Forest Service has decided it is appropriate for one Forest Service employee to decide the future of an entire community with no public process whatsoever. Colorado Governor Bill Ritter, U.S. Senator Mark Udall, other elected officials and thousands of citizens have asked the Forest Service to allow public review through a NEPA process,” added Mueller. “The Forest Service has refused.”

Chief Tidwell’s decision directs Forest Supervisor Richmond to discuss with CBMR whether or not there is a proposal for skiing on Snodgrass Mountain that can and will be considered by the Forest Service. CBMR looks forward to those discussions.

“As far as next steps we’ve just received the decision and have not yet received the attachment,” added Mueller. “We are considering all of our options.”

Real Estate Office Activity:

Let's have a look at Benson Sotheby's International Realty's recent activity from July 1, 2010 to present along side our largest competitors in Crested Butte. It is evident if you wish to be in touch with the heart beat of the Crested Butte real estate market or simply have the unrivaled probability of having your property sold we are the irrefutable choice in the entire valley.

Benson Sotheby's International Realty: $13,995,500 of our listings under contract or sold.

Red Lady Realty: $4,384,700 of their listings under contract or sold.

Coldwell Banker Bighorn: $3,119,000 of their listings under contract or sold.

Prudential Becky Hamlin: $2,660,000 of their listings under contract or sold.

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Thanks for taking the time to read today.

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Corey

Corey Dwan - REALTOR
Benson Sotheby's International Realty
P.O. Box 210
433 Sixth Street
Crested Butte, CO 81224
970-596-3219 Cell
970-325-3219 World Wide Cell
970-349-6653 Office
970-797-1810 Fax
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Car show, wood carving, plus arts & crafts in Gunnison next weekend - Topix

2010-08-13T04:33:00.000-07:00

Car show, wood carving, plus arts & crafts in Gunnison next weekend - Topix

Home prices slowly creeping up

2010-08-12T17:14:00.000-07:00

Home prices slowly creeping up

Foreclosures rise in July

2010-08-12T17:11:00.000-07:00

Foreclosures rise in July

30-year mortgage at lowest rate since 1971

2010-08-12T17:02:00.000-07:00

30-year mortgage at lowest rate since 1971

Stargazing in Gunnison: Viewing nights and lectures for astronomy buffs

2010-08-10T18:45:00.000-07:00

Stargazing in Gunnison: Viewing nights and lectures for astronomy buffs

20% of mortgages are underwater

2010-08-09T05:59:00.000-07:00

20% of mortgages are underwater