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Realtors® in the Community
View recent stories highlighting the Vail Board of REALTORS® and the Vail Board of REALTORS® Foundation.
A Focus on Fair Housing
Realtors commit to equal access to homeownership. Our communities rely on strong fair housing laws and practices to thrive and ensure the dream of home ownership is available for all qualified buyers. Realtors® commit to fair housing practices, and every April they commemorate the passage of the Fair Housing Act and recommit to advancing equitable…
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Pricing Your Home for A Perfect Sale
Realtors® have the market knowledge to help get the best value for your home. It’s a big undertaking to sell your home. It was a significant investment when you purchased it, and you want to get the best value for it now that you’ve put it on the market. There are many factors to consider…
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VBR leadership honored at annual Installation
Event included awards for two VBR founding members, REALTOR® and Affiliate of the Year. The Vail Board of REALTORS® installed new board members and honored past leadership at its recent annual Installation Celebration. The evening revealed the Affiliate of the Year, a tie for Laura Putnam of National Property Inspections and Larry Mullin of Mullin…
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Realtors® Offer Transparency and Choice
Real Estate Practice Changes Will Empower Consumers According to recent Eagle County market data, the number of new homes for sale and the number of closed sales have both slightly increased. This is welcome news for home buyers and sellers as the housing market gains its footing. Homebuyers and sellers should also know that even…
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NAR Lawsuit Explained: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know.
Buying or selling a home is one of the most significant financial transactions most people will ever undertake. Licensed agents who are REALTORS® are a trusted source of advice who can help you navigate the real estate market – and any changes it may face. The most recent news to affect the real estate market…
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Representation in Real Estate
Women help direct the future of Vail Valley real estate. The Vail Board of REALTORS® (VBR) is well-represented by female real estate agents, with approximately 50 percent of its membership being women. With March being Women’s History Month and including International Women’s Day on March 8, it seems a good time to spotlight a few…
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Realtors® volunteer to end food insecurity
Vail Board of Realtors members host food drive for the Community Market Members of the Vail Board of Realtors collected over 1,300 pounds of food during a recent food drive to benefit the Community Market (TCM). TCM helps residents deal with food insecurity by providing access to free, nutrient-rich food with markets throughout Eagle County.…
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Realtors® as Champions of Attainable Housing
Vail Board of REALTORS® Foundation supports local housing initiatives. The financial benefits of purchasing and owning a home are welcome and measurable. However, there are immeasurable emotional advantages beyond value appreciation and property tax deductions. The pride of homeownership and the feeling of security are huge intangible benefits. Realtors® advocate for homeownership for all on…
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Affiliates and Realtors: Partnering for Success
Realtors® and Affiliates work in tandem to bolster local real estate market. Working relationships are most successful when people combine their efforts. They accomplish more together than they can separately. The Realtor® and Affiliate members of the Vail Board of Realtors® (VBR) have this synergy. Both sides of this partnership support the other and benefit,…
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Realtors® Deliver Accurate and Accessible Market Data
Across the nation, broker marketplaces known as Multiple Listing Services (MLS) connect buyers and sellers of real estate through their respective agents. Locally this marketplace is the Vail Multi-List Service or VMLS. The VMLS provides real property information for most of Eagle County, including all the towns and neighborhoods along the I-70 corridor from East Vail…
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Wildfire Preparedness for Property Owners
Taking small mitigation measures now can make a big difference later. Any time is a good time to be prepared for wildfire. Colorado’s wildfire season traditionally has been the summer months. However, the definition of “wildfire season” is changing. Wildfire seasons are growing longer, with fire alerts often issued even as snow still falls. The…
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Providing Housing Solutions for Local Workforce
Eagle County’s down payment assistance boosted by the Vail Board of Realtors When she moved to Eagle County approximately ten years ago, Whitney Young knew she wanted to call the Vail area home. Young desired to contribute back to the community and had ties to the valley through her wife, Karrisa, who is originally from…
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Realtors Making a Difference
Now in its fifth year, the Vail Board of Realtors® Foundation scholarship provides opportunities for students in higher education. Vail Board of Realtors® Foundation scholarship provides opportunities. In the words of Malcolm X, “Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.” To foster the next generation,…
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The Power of Advocacy
Realtors advocating for our community Having a place to live and call home is one of the most essential needs for society. To that end, Realtors® are hard at work every day to protect the dream of homeownership and the rights of property owners at the national, state, and local levels. The real estate industry…
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Homeownership Month – Creating equal opportunities for future buyers
June is National Homeownership Month, when REALTORS® promote the benefits of homeownership and recommit to creating opportunities for future homeowners. REALTORS® commit to creating opportunities for future homeowners The Vail Board of REALTORS® Foundation (VBRF) graciously donated over $8,000 to the Volcanic View Cooperative (Co-op) in Dotsero to support the mobile home residents’ desire to…
Read MoreMarket Analysis
The Vail Board of Realtors® is a leader in providing professional and reliable real estate information. Members of the media can contact the Vail Board of Realtors® at 970-766-1028 for more information.
The VBR has monthly market reports, compiled from the accurate data in the Vail Multi-List Service that provide an in-depth analysis of the local real estate market. Complete versions of VBR's Monthly Indicators area reports are available from any local Realtor®.
Please contact a Realtor® for information on monthly indicators and market reports. Realtors® are local experts who can help guide you through the data and provide more insight into your specific needs.