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Central Denver Detached

Alamo Placita ................................................................................-13.72%Baker ....................................................................................................1.68%Belcaro .............................................................................................. -1.27%Berkeley ..............................................................................................4.09%Bonnie Brae ...................................................................................-14.82%Byers.................................................................................................. 27.76%Captiol Hill ...................................................................................... 18.56%Chaffee Park .................................................................................... -0.01%Cheesman Park ............................................................................. 15.78%Cherry Creek North.........................................................................0.49%Cherry Creek South ...................................................................... -3.05%City Park ..............................................................................................2.32%City Park West ................................................................................. -8.93%Congress Park ...................................................................................0.55%Cory Merrill ...................................................................................... -1.63%Country Club .................................................................................-10.89%Crestmoor ....................................................................................... -6.19%Crestmoor (Monaco) ..................................................................-12.84%Five Points ....................................................................................... 45.70%Hale/Mayfair ......................................................................................5.19%Highlands ......................................................................................... -0.17%Hilltop ................................................................................................ -3.95%Jefferson Park ...............................................................................-15.87%Lowry ................................................................................................ 18.02%Montclair .......................................................................................... -6.86%Observatory Park .............................................................................5.27%Park Hill North ............................................................................... 21.21%Park Hill North (Monaco) ........................................................... 16.37%Park Hill South (Monaco) ............................................................ -1.57%Park Hill South ..................................................................................0.70%Platt Park .......................................................................................... -0.86%Polo Grounds ....................................................................................7.79%Potter Highlands........................................................................... 12.20%Regis................................................................................................... -5.46%Rosedale ........................................................................................... -5.33%Skyland ............................................................................................ 29.72%Sloans Lake ...................................................................................... -1.53%Southern Hills/Wellshire ................................................................-7.6%Southmoor Park ...........................................................................-10.28%Stapleton ............................................................................................8.11%Sunnyside...........................................................................................5.27%Univeristy Hills ................................................................................ -8.17%University .......................................................................................-11.00%Uptown ...........................................................................................-19.03%Virginia Village ..................................................................................8.55%Washington Park .........................................................................-17.23%Washington Park West ...................................................................1.69%West Colfax ..................................................................................... 28.88%Whittier ............................................................................................ 17.54%

Central Denver Attached

Alamo Placita ..................................................................... -41.46%Baker ..................................................................................... -17.01%Berkeley ............................................................................... -27.16%Bonnie Brae ...............................................................................0.4%Byers........................................................................................27.73%Captiol Hill ..............................................................................6.41%Cheesman Park ..................................................................... 5.18%Cherry Creek North.......................................................... -12.31%Cherry Creek South ............................................................-2.54%City Park ...................................................................................3.42%City Park West ......................................................................28.36%Congress Park ......................................................................43.75%Five Points .............................................................................10.19%Golden Triangle....................................................................-4.60%Hale/Mayfair ..........................................................................-3.13%Highlands ................................................................................1.17%Jefferson Park ......................................................................76.72%LODO ......................................................................................28.07%Lowry .................................................................................... -10.71% Potter Highlands..................................................................-2.86%Sloans Lake ......................................................................... -21.18%Whittier ................................................................................ -20.16%

Suburban Detached

Broadway Estates ................................................................. 3.04%Cherry Knolls ........................................................................12.25%Cherry Wood Village ........................................................ -10.56%Dream House Acres ............................................................. 8.97%Four Lakes ........................................................................... -30.61%Green Oaks .............................................................................9.78%Greenwood Village East ...................................................46.54%Greenwood Village West .................................................... 0.26%Heritage Greens .................................................................... 4.85%Heritage Village ....................................................................-6.51%Highlands East .....................................................................11.85%Highlands Ranch .................................................................. 1.28%Homestead ............................................................................-9.89%Lonetree .................................................................................-3.24%Ridgeview Hills North ........................................................-0.49%Ridgeview Hills ....................................................................10.13%Southbridge ....................................................................... -14.68%Southglenn ............................................................................-5.31%Southwood ............................................................................-7.87%Walnut Hills ............................................................................0.19%Willow Creek .......................................................................... 1.47%

2010 Appreciation/Depreciation Summary


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BerkeleyThe up-and-coming west side. in land-locked Colorado, it’s a wonderful surprise to find a Denver neighborhood with two lakes. Located between 38th Avenue, i-70, Sheridan, and Federal, Berkeley is a wealth of growth and activity. it’s nature plus nurture here. Hike, bike, play tennis, picnic, and bring the dogs to Berkeley Lake Park and Rocky Mountain Lake Park where you’ll find a tennis court, dog park, and rec center. Or nurture your artistic self with concerts at the historic Oriental Theater and First Friday Art Walks on Tennyson.

On the east side of Berkeley is Harkness Heights, a designated historic Denver neighborhood where you can find historic homes. This area consists of larger brick bungalows and Denver squares. Berkeley’s main drag, Tennyson, is experiencing a renaissance of renewal with numerous art galleries, locally owned restaurants, and a diverse mix of businesses, boutiques, and specialty food shops. For authentic Mexican and italian fare, you can’t beat the endless options on Federal. Families will like the nearby library, churches, and aforementioned parks.

Berkeley is a terrific living option for those who desire both urban energy and neighborhood charm.

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Chaffee ParkAll that’s old is new again. On the northern edge of central Denver lies a cozy older neighborhood that has recently emerged as one of Denver’s rediscovered areas. Between 38th Avenue, 48th Avenue, inca, and Tejon, replete with small brick bungalows and an eclectic blend of architecture, is Chaffee Park. This area enjoys a direct link to Downtown Denver via 38th Avenue and lies right alongside i-25 for easy access north or south. you’ll find the most commerce along 38th Avenue, where authentic Mexican restaurants, banks and many shops and services keep life convenient. Strewn throughout the highly residential neighborhood are community churches and corner markets. you won’t want to miss Tennyson, where new-age nuances and locally owned establishments line the sidewalked street from 39th through 44th Avenues.

Chaffee Park, the area’s namesake, includes a basketball court, softball skin infield, playground, and picnic areas where residents enjoy the open land. Within the borders are a fire station, middle school, police station, Boys and Girls Club, and post office. quiet, community-minded, and filled with character, this is an historic neighborhood with new ideas.


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HighlandsHang with the hipsters. This is the place to be and be seen, with a healthy dose of funky personality. People come from all over the city to check out the charming boutiques, eat at a choice of delicious restaurants, or have a few drinks at a neighborhood hotspot. This is Highlands, right on the square. Originally planned as square instead of rectangular streets, this neighborhood still maintains its communal energy. Surrounding the square is block after block of super cute homes, with as much character as their inhabitants.

Highlands sits just across i-25, right next to Downtown Denver, between 38th Avenue, 29th Avenue, Federal, and Sheridan. Scottish, English and Welsh immigrants founded this hip and ethnically diverse area in 1858. it later became an even larger melting pot when italians, irish, Germans, and Mexicans arrived. you’ll love the Downtown Denver vibe with easy access to the Pepsi Center, invesco Field at Mile High, and Coors Field, not to mention the Downtown Aquarium, the Children’s Museum, and Elitch Gardens amusement park. Outdoor enthusiasts and weekend warriors love spending time at the massive REi flagship store or braving the baby rapids at Confluence Park.

Highlands is one of the most vibrant places to live in the city, while still offering a cozy, respectful neighborhood feel. it is undeniably diverse and understandably popular. Average list prices run in the mid-to-high $300,000 range, quite a bargain when you consider all the area has to offer.


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Potter HighlandsDowntown Denver without the noise. The Potter Highland Historic district occupies much of the neighborhood west of Zuni. Sometimes referred to as LoHi, the section of Highland closer to Downtown Denver, particularly from 15th through 20th Streets (the original Downtown Grid), is rapidly being turned into newer lofts and condos.

Potter Highlands attracts funky, independent shops and boutiques and active residents who love being in the center of the city, but still enjoy the sanctuary of home. Live here and you’ll enjoy the convenience of everything it offers. The Highlands Bridge, a pedestrian overpass, connects the area to Riverfront and LoDo, while local grocers, trendy restaurants, and a sprinkling of remaining historic buildings and homes retain a community feel. Officially located between 38th Avenue, Speer, Federal, and the Platte River, this diverse and eclectic neighborhood is one of the most inclusive in all of Denver, with home priced primarily between $200,000 and $500,000.


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The neighborhood centers around the 6.7-acre Jefferson Park, named in honor of the third American president. Considered a working-class neighborhood, people here are diverse, community-minded, and have a high membership in their United Neighbors Organization—a testament to their commitment to the neighborhood.

Jefferson Park experienced a development boom at the turn of the millennium and is experiencing a bit of a renaissance because developers (and residents) can see the benefits of being so close to Downtown Denver.

To its credit, the Jefferson Park neighborhood has been able to retain its personality and affordable housing options during its on-going period of gentrification. Don’t miss Federal Boulevard, which is teeming with an authentic and ethnic blend of Vietnamese eateries (try the popular Pho), Thai diners, Middle Eastern food, and Mexican restaurants. Of course, you’ll also want to take advantage of nearby Downtown Denver for its sports and music venues and rich mix of bars, restaurants, and retail shops.

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SunnysideA bright spot. Sunnyside is part of the historic Highlands area in Northwest Denver, bounded by Federal, i-25, i-70, and 38th Avenue. Let the Union Pacific railroad lines take you back to the days when this neighborhood was experiencing its original renaissance around the turn of the century. it doesn’t require much imagination. The old-growth trees, modest homes, and corner churches easily bring to mind a time gone by. Old enough to now be experiencing a revival, Sunnyside is indeed having its moment in the sun.

Come experience the Hispanic and Latino flavor at any number of authentic south-of-the-border restaurants along Federal and 38th Avenue. Take in the lively music filling the air from many a backyard during weekend family get-togethers. And imagine what it feels like to be living at the intersection of serenity and urban energy, with quiet nights and busy days. So close to Downtown Denver, yet so far from the frantic pace, Sunnyside could be the perfect place for you to call home. The average listing price is around $250,000, a relative bargain for this re-emerging neighborhood.


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Sloan’s LakeDragon Boats and dragonflies. Every year in July, Sloan’s lake hosts the Dragon Boat Festival, where 100,000 people come to celebrate and experience Colorado’s Asian Pacific culture, customs, and traditions. it is this creativity and open-armed welcoming attitude that give the Sloan’s Lake inclusive community its well-founded reputation.

Two connected lakes, Cooper and Sloan, comprise Sloan’s Lake’s 177-acre wildlife refuge and nature-lover’s paradise. These lakes are a focal point of the neighborhood bordered by West 29th Avenue, 17th Avenue, Federal, and Sheridan. From pedestrian trails and playgrounds to boat docks and tennis courts, this area is terrific respite for Sloan’s Lake visitors and residents. Primarily residential with the majority of homes built in the 1930s, Sloan’s Lake possesses pockets of architecturally stunning 19th century structures and includes an eclectic mix of houses on 14th Avenue and Stuart Street. Visit neighboring Highland Square, where you’ll discover plenty of great restaurants, pubs, and charming boutiques.

With access to i-25 and i-70, a mountainous view, and a 10-minute ride from Downtown Denver, Sloan’s lake is a convenient, affordable, and diverse mile-high neighborhood. The median listing price of just under $400,000.


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Selling Your Home with Brian GetmanBrian Getman has been a resident of the Lower Highland Neighborhood for the past eight years. As a result he has expert knowledge of all Denver Proper market trends, neighborhoods and property listings. Brian Getman prides himself on helping his clients make educated real estate decisions and is always honest about a seller’s ability to sell, what price the market will bear, and how long it will take to realize a contract.

Brian provides the same great level of service to all sellers regardless of price point, architectural style or location. Some of these services include but are not limited to:

» Professional Staging: Proven to increase sales price and decrease time on the market. if your property is occupied we will help you arrange your furnishings to optimize showing condition. if you have a vacant home or development we will provide furniture form our massive warehouse of high end staging materials.

» Professional HD Photography & Virtual Tours

» A customized property web-site: For Example www.123MainSt.com (Based on property address & domain availability.)

» Instant Text Message Info (SMS): Any person passing by can text the address to a number and all property data will instantly be sent to their phone.

» High Quality Color Brochures: Unlimited quantity to place inside the property and in brochure box attached to the real estate sign. We also laminate a copy an dattach it to your sign so that passers by will never be uninformed.

» Social Media Marketing: your property will be pushed out on Facebook, Linked in, Twitter & Real Estate Blogs.

» Organic Marketing: We auto post your property on Craigslist & back page every three days.

» E-mail Drip Campaigns: We market your property to an established broker network and client database of over 10,000 contacts.

» 5280 Magazine Advertising: We advertise new listings and our web address in 5280 Magazine to drive traffic to your listing.

» Unlimited Open Houses: We place a minimum of 10 open house signs out for each open house ensuring maximum exposure.

» Weekly Updates for Showing Feedback

» Personal Web Portal: View Transaction Documents form anywhere, anytime.

» Electronic Real Estate Contracts: All Web based! No faxing, no scanning, and no hassle contract delivery. Sign all documents remotely using your mouse. This saves a great deal of time!

We have proven marketing systems that are second to none. Some of the web-sites we are affiliated with and will market your property on are:

» PorchlightGroup.com

» MileHighHomeFinder.com

» Realtor.com (Enhanced Showcase Listings with 25 photos!)

» COHomeFinder.com

» Trulia.com

» Zillow.com

» craigslist.com (Auto posted every 3 days.)

» backpage.com

» homes.com

» recolorado.com

» facebook.com

» linkedin.com

» byownerMLS.com

» Enormo.com

» frontdoor.com

» googlebase.com

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» local.com

» lycos.com

» oodle.com

» overstock.com

» vast.com

We look forward to helping you — call today for a free market Analysis!


Ten Reasons to Buy a Home1. You can get a good deal. Especially if you play hardball. This is a buyer’s market. Most of the other buyers have now vanished, as the tax credits on purchases have just expired. We’re four to five years into the biggest housing bust in modern history. And prices have come down a long way– about 30% from their peak, according to Standard & Poor’s Case-Shiller index, which tracks home prices in 20 big cities. yes, it’s mixed. New york is only down 20%. Arizona has halved. Will prices fall further? Sure, they could. you’ll never catch the bottom. it doesn’t really matter so much in the long haul.

Where is fair value? Fund manager Jeremy Grantham at GMO, who predicted the bust with remarkable accuracy, said two years ago that home prices needed to fall another 17% to reach fair value in relation to household incomes. Case-Shiller since then: Down 18%.

2. Mortgages are cheap. you can get a 30-year loan for around 4.3%. What’s not to like? These are the lowest rates on record. As recently as two years ago they were about 6.3%. That drop slashes your monthly repayment by a fifth. if inflation picks up, you won’t see these mort-gage rates again in your lifetime. And if we get deflation, and rates fall further, you can refi.

3. You’ll save on taxes. you can deduct the mortgage interest from your income taxes. you can deduct your real estate taxes. And you’ll get a tax break on capital gains–if any–when you sell. Sure, you’ll need to do your math. you’ll only get the income tax break if you itemize your deduc-tions, and many people may be better off taking the standard deduction instead. The breaks are more valuable the more you earn, and the bigger your mortgage. But many people will find that these tax breaks mean owning costs them less, often a lot less, than renting.

4. It’ll be yours. you can have the kitchen and bathrooms you want. you can move the walls, build an extension–zoning permitted–or paint everything bright orange. Few landlords are so indulgent; for renters, these types of changes are often impossible. you’ll feel better about your own place if you own it than if you rent. Many years ago, when i was working for a political campaign in England, i toured a working-class northern town. Mrs. Thatcher had just begun selling off public housing to the tenants. “you can tell the ones that have been bought,” said my local guide. “They’ve painted the front door. it’s the first thing people do when they buy.” it was a small sign that said something big.

5. You’ll get a better home. in many parts of the country it can be really hard to find a good rental. All the best places are sold as condos. Money talks. Once again, this is a case by case issue: in Miami right now there are so many vacant luxury condos that owners will rent them out for a fraction of the cost of owning. But few places are so favored. Generally speaking, if you want the best home in the best neighborhood, you’re better off buying.

6. It offers some inflation protection. No, it’s not perfect. But studies by Professor Karl “Chip” Case (of Case-Shiller), and others, suggest that over the long-term housing has tended to beat inflation by a couple of percentage points a year. That’s valuable inflation insurance, especially if you’re young and raising a family and thinking about the next 30 or 40 years. in the recent past, inflation-protected government bonds, or TiPS, offered an easier form of inflation insurance. But yields there have plummeted of late. That also makes homeownership look a little better by contrast.

7. It’s risk capital. No, your home isn’t the stock market and you shouldn’t view it as the way to get rich. But if the economy does surprise us all and start booming, sooner or later real estate prices will head up again, too. One lesson from the last few years is that stocks are incredibly hard for most normal people to own in large quantities–for practical as well as psychological reasons. Equity in a home is another way of linking part of your portfolio to the long-term growth of the economy–if it hap-pens–and still managing to sleep at night.

8. It’s forced savings. if you can rent an apartment for $2,000 month instead of buying one for $2,400 a month, renting may make sense. But will you save that $400 for your future? A lot of people won’t. Most, i dare say. Once again, you have to do your math, but the part of your mortgage payment that goes to principal repayment isn’t a cost. you’re just paying yourself by building equity. As a forced monthly saving, it’s a good discipline.

9. There is a lot to choose from. There is a glut of homes in most of the country. The National Association of Realtors puts the current inven-tory at around 4 million homes. That’s below last year’s peak, but well above typical levels, and enough for about a year’s worth of sales. More keeping coming onto the market, too, as the banks slowly unload their inventory of unsold properties. That means great choice, as well as great prices.

10. Sooner or later, the market will clear. Demand and supply will meet. The population is forecast to grow by more than 100 million peo-ple over the next 40 years. That means maybe 40 million new house-holds looking for homes. Meanwhile, this housing glut will work itself out. Many of the homes will be bought. But many more will simply be destroyed–either deliberately, or by inaction. This is already happening. Even two years ago, when i toured the housing slump in western Florida, i saw bankrupt condo developments that were fast becoming derelict. And, finally, a lot of the “glut” simply won’t matter: it’s concentrated in a few areas, like Florida and Nevada. Unless you live there, the glut won’t have any long-term impact on housing supply in your town.

Source: The Wall Street Journal


The Home-Buying Process

One: Get Started.First, you may want to speak with a lender to get pre-approved for financing. We can recommend some great lenders, and you can see how much you can afford, what your monthly payments will be, and learn more about your financing options.

Then, have a get-together with us. We’ll listen to your plans and interests. We’ll find out what you’re looking for—a home, condo or town home? What’s your vision? We’ll discuss neigh-borhoods, aspects of your new home and much more.

Two: Learn the Market.Next, let us take you on Market Education Day. Together, we’ll explore different neighborhoods. We’ll look at an array of dif-ferent prices and styles of homes. By the end of the day, you’ll know all that’s available in your price range.

Then, let us do our homework! We’ll preview all the properties that fit your criteria and select the best. We won’t waste your time looking at homes that don’t suit you. With help from the MLS (Multiple Listing Service), we’ll make sure you see all the right properties, no matter who has them listed.

Three: Make an Offer.What happens when you fall in love with a property? Of course we’ll do an extensive market analysis to help you decide what is a fair price.

Then we will write a contract that outlines the details of the transaction including your offer price, closing date, inclusions and exclusions, and many more important decisions. your offer to purchase is normally presented with a 1-2% deposit. This “earnest money” is commonly put into a trust account for your benefit and becomes part of your down payment at closing.

Four: Simplify the Transaction.Besides helping you track and find your dream home, we handle the big picture and the countless little details, including:

» Managing inspections.

» Working with your lender and appraiser to be certain your loan is approved in time.

» Conferring with the title company about all the closing details and the preparation of your settlement statement.

» Making sure you receive a recorded deed and title policy.

» Remaining your primary source of information and assistance, months and years after your closing.

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choose your PorchLight real estate agent.

choose your lender and get pre-qualified

view homes

make an offer

negotiate contract

inspect house

credit report

appraisal

verifications

underwriting loan approval

title search title insurance

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Sherlock Homes: PorchLight’s One-of-a-Kind Market Update Service

Whether you’re looking to buy, sell or simply stay current with what’s going

on in the market, PorchLight’s Sherlock Homes is the most powerful market

update service available. We download listings directly from MLS (Multiple

Listing Service) hourly and make them available for you to view online. We

customize home searches for you based on your criteria, and we send you

email alerts as often as you choose.

Benefits to Buyers:» Because Sherlock Homes is linked directly to the MLS, automated emails are sent with

property listings minutes after they hit the market so you can get the most current information available.

» There is no need to visit other listing websites; every property that fits your criteria is automatically emailed to you.

» Searches can be tailored to meet your specific criteria and multiple searches can be set-up for different neighborhoods.

» Neighborhood values can be quickly and easily compared.

Benefits to Sellers & Homeowners:» Allows sellers and homeowners to keep current about what’s going on in their neigh-

borhood and in the market in general.

» if and when you do decide to sell, you’ll already be armed with the most up-to-date information about your home’s value…no surprises!

General Benefits:» Allows for non-invasive communication between the client and the broker. you can

stay up to date and your broker can see your activity without having to exchange emails or calls.

» you can receive emails as often as you like: immediately—great for investors; daily—great for buyers; and weekly—great for home owners.

Key Features:» Direct Link to the MLS Automatic emails alerts with new

property listings are sent just minutes after properties hit the market.

» Interactive Map Search The interactive map allows you to

locate and preview properties with drop and drag functions so you see only houses in a specific area. Or if you’re unfamiliar with a neighborhood, you’ll see only where the available properties are located.

» Vicinity Search With Vicinity Search, you can

locate properties near or around a target address.

» School District Search The School District Search allows

you to locate properties in a specific school district.

» My Points of Interest Search Use the My Points of interest search

to see how far each property is from important locations, such as your work or daycare center.

» Driving Directions Sherlock Homes provides driving

directions to properties, and even driving directions between multiple properties!


Brian Getman has nine years of expert real estate service. He began his career on the lend-

ing side of the industry as a mortgage lender; as a result, he has an intimate knowledge of all

current trends in residential, commercial & builder/construction financing. This enables him to

help both buyers and sellers evaluate the financial side of any transaction. He is also a real estate

investor & property rehabber which allows him to help people evaluate the viability of invest-

ments ranging from Fix & Flips, New Development, or Buy & Hold Rental Property.

Brian prides himself on helping his clients make educated real estate decisions and always provides

honest opinions of market value, exit strategies, absorption rates, remodeling costs, neighborhood

property values, and property alternatives. He has experience selling properties of all styles includ-

ing single family homes, town homes, condos, lofts, new developments, investment properties, and

mixed use. He is a Denver Proper Neighborhood Expert.

Since beginning his career as a licensed agent in 2005 with RE/MAx he has remained a top

producing agent each year from 2005-2011. Brian recently joined PorchLight Real Estate Group

and is thrilled about the opportunity it provides to give an even higher level of real estate

service. PorchLight is an innovative company with outstanding technology platforms, up to the

minute market information, impeccable marketing and fantastic office locations. Brian has made

this switch so that he can provide you and everyone you know with an incredibly high level of

real estate service.

Brian and his wife Jessica have been residents of Northwest Denver/ Lower Highland for the past

seven years they have an Australian shepherd named Charlie. He is a graduate of the University

of Arizona – Eller College of Business Management with a degree in Management information

Systems. His passions other than real estate include music, golf, fly fishing & cooking.

About Brian Getman