Posts by mel@vbr.net
Trust—Steadfast Through Challenging Times
Over the last year we have become fairly comfortable with uncertainty. Our society has honed an ability to roll with the punches and pivot on a dime. It’s a testament to our resiliency and tenacity. And, despite social distancing and the inability to see our family, friends, and neighbors smile behind the face masks, we…
Read MoreReal estate industry takes steps to recognize and promote diversity
Diversity is a broad term. In real estate, it means representing all communities with a variety of racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds, and a wide range of lifestyles, experiences, and interests. It is recognizing and representing different demographic groups in a given market area resulting in better advocacy for homeownership and private property rights.…
Read MoreVail Valley Real Estate Success in a Challenging Year
“Everything about 2020 has been surprising to me, including our local real estate success,” says Vail Board of Realtors® Past Chair, Laura Sellards. “No one could have predicted a record-breaking sales year. Ending 2020 with more than $3 billion in closing sales was unthinkable back in the spring when Eagle County shut down to address…
Read MoreREALFire program helps homeowners with wildfire mitigation costs
A free countywide wildfire mitigation program received a funding boost from the Vail Board of Realtors® (VBR) that was matched by Eagle County for a total of $20,000. Thanks to these additional funds, the REALFire® Program can help local residents and property owners by providing extra grant resources up to $1,000 per property to voluntarily…
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