Frequently asked questions
Why should I use a independent broker?
Whether you’re buying or selling, in an intense real-estate market like the Boulder area, you need a broker who’s available, responsive, organized, and poised. In our experience, independent brokers are more likely to check all of these boxes because they own and run their own businesses. In Boulder, no real-estate professional is more eager to get your deal done and done well than Janet Zemeckis Scott.
What are the steps to purchasing a home?
Whether you’re interested in looking at houses, condos, apartments, lofts, bungalows, wide-open ranches, or even converted Quonset huts—and no matter whose sign is in the yard—Janet Z Boulder can show you the home and help you purchase it. In fact, Janet can show you any house in the MLS system and manage your entire purchase right through closing. Download Janet Z’s Easy Steps to Buying pdf.
What are the steps to selling a home?
Janet Z knows the dynamic world of Boulder real estate inside and out—and we know what sells quickly and what can drag on in the MLS. First, Janet will do a written, detailed property analysis for you and help you price your home optimally. Next she’ll guide you in prepping your home to show. Thens he’ll get it sold, including helping negotiate the best selling price and terms, and staying on top of preclosing bumps in the road. Download Janet Z’s Easy Steps to Selling .pdf.
Can’t I just find my dream home on Zillow?
Zillow is a great tool for getting a sense of the market and zooming in on neighborhoods. But when it comes to finding your “this is the one” home in the Boulder area, you’ll need access to properties not yet listed in the MLS or on Zillow. In this area right now, most for-sale homes on Zillow are already under contract. Working with Janet is like getting a backstage pass to Boulder real estate.
Do you sell homes outside of Boulder?
Absolutely. We work with buyers and sellers up and down Colorado’s Front Range. Janet Z Boulder specializes in Boulder and Boulder County properties, while our Fort Collins office specializes in the Fort Collins area and Larimer County. But we’re also knowledgeable about and experienced in adjacent counties and will serve you well no matter your zip code or destination.
Do you work with first time buyers?
Yes, and we love it! Janet Z Real Estate is certified by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to assist first-time homebuyers with a “Sensible Housing Opportunities” approach. This means we’ll help you sort out what you can reasonably afford, get qualified, and help you find a mortgage.