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Economy showing signs of recovery!

Although it is never easy to predict, we are continuing to see positive indicators that the economy is starting to improve! The National Association of Realtors has reported that the sale of previously owned homes in the United States rose 3.6% in June-this is a higher than expected figure that some analysts see as more evidence of a recovering housing market. Read the full article on BBC Click Here. Additionally, statistics indicate that the pace of our economic decline is decreasing-with just a 1% decline in the 2nd quarter-this is an improvement over the 1st quarter which saw a 6.4% decline. Read the full article on BBC Click Here. It is only a matter of time before the Breckenridge and Summit County markets reflect these trends with more sales and more confident sellers. Now is the time to get into the local market with a wealth of available inventory and sellers that are still unsure what the future holds.

Colorado Town Ranks #1 Place to Live

Colorado is on the map again as Louisville (near Boulder, 20 minutes North of Denver) takes the #1 spot in Money Magazine's Best Small U.S. Town to live in. Access to all things Colorado, lower cost of living than neighboring Boulder and Denver, Louisville has great amenities, views and a quaint downtown. Attracting Technology Companies such as Conoco Phillips Global Technology Center and the Corporate Learning Center at the 432-acre location of Sun Microsystems/Storage Tek, nearby Louisville has continued to grow in popularity. Check out the full article in Money Magazine Click Here.

The Source Online Magazine 2009

View The Source online Magazine, brought to you by Breckenridge Associates Real Estate. 60 pages of current listings throughout Breckenridge, Frisco, Keystone, Dillon, Silverthorne and Park County. Call today to learn more about available property in the area, 800-774-7970. Now is the time to buy real estate in Summit County. Low mortgage rates, great value and more available inventory make it the perfect time to find your mountain escape in the high country. Click here to view The Source Online Magazine 2009...

Our Next NRO Porch Series Concert is tomorrow

Come by our office tomorrow at 5:30pm - located at 229 S. Main Street, Breckenridge. Enjoy music from the National Repertory Orchestra in a casual setting with with wine and cheese. We hope to see you there. . Click here for a complete NRO Porch Series event schedule...

Join Us for the NRO Porch Series Concerts this Summer

Join us for NRO Concerts this Summer at our office - 229 S. Main Street; Breckenridge, CO (between Bubba Gumps & Starbucks). Enjoy wine & cheese and the sounds of the NRO in a relaxed setting on our lawn. Series dates & times: 5:30pm - Friday, June 26 5:30pm - Friday, July 10 5:30pm - Friday, July 17 5:30pm - Friday, July 31 We hope to see you there and tell your friends!

Beautiful Luxury Alpine Villa in Breckenridge

A waterfall welcomes you to magnificent and unique, stone exterior, Alpine Villa, including short-term rental business. Beautiful mountain views. Swan River runs through 6.21 acres backing to National Forest. Spring-fed pond, wood beams, 6 fireplaces, racquetball court/gym, roman bath, conference room, 2 large dining areas, 3 wet bars, chef's kitchen, home theatre, fitness center, elevator, apartment, 4-car garage. This beautiful property is the perfect luxury retreat for your mountain escape. View photos and price on our website Read More...

Are You Waiting for the Right Property, the Right Price or Both?

Over the past 10 years, real estate prices have escalated rapidly in Breckenridge and Summit County and buyers and sellers have felt lucky to be part of the ride. Returns on real estate have been at an all time high. We've often have heard people say, "I'm kicking myself for not buying 10 years ago." Ten years ago the average sales price for housing was $250,000 in Summit County and doubled by the end of 2008 to an average price of $500,000. The average return in Breckenridge for the same period was even higher. Buyers "got in" at the right time and produced great returns on their investments. When it came time to sell, few concessions were made. However, for buyers this meant there were few "deals" to be had. It was a seller’s market. There was limited supply of available housing and buyers often settled on a less desirable location with fewer amenities just to “get in” to the local market. They hoped for the same returns their neighbors were seei...