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Best Time to Sell Your Crested Butte Home

October 26, 2017 By Chris Kopf

Best Time to Sell Your Crested Butte HomeBest Time to Sell Your Crested Butte Home

I often get asked: “When is the Best Time to Sell Your Crested Butte Home?” There is no right or wrong answer, and it has less to do with the market and more to do with the disposition of the Seller. After all people buy and sell in up, and down markets – there is more activity and transactions in rising markets.

Best Time to Sell Your Crested Butte HomeI work with many clients that have enjoyed their Crested Butte home for years, but now they are excited about the next chapter in their life.

Kids grow up, have families of their own, and get very busy with their lives and their kids’ lives, and they cannot find the time to get back to the mountain home regularly. It can also be tough if the new young family is not in close proximity to the Crested Butte home and unable to afford the airfare or travel time to get to Crested Butte. Many older couples I have worked with have sold their homes so they can buy a permanent home closer to where their kids and grandkids live. Others are buying a second home closer to their kids and grandkids.

I had a wise friend say to me, when he recognized changes in his life, “Things change but the river keeps flowing…” Many times, what is around that next bend in the river that we cannot see right now offers calmer waters, and is a beautiful destination. It can be hard to embrace change, but harder to fight the inevitable. You may stop and consider the option of going with the flow and seeing that there are forces that may be guiding you. Stop, look, and listen.

Best Time to Sell Your Crested Butte Home

Why Are You Considering Selling Your Crested Butte Area Home?

There may have been a major change in your life (or with your spouse) – financial, health, family related…

You may find that your second home is getting used less and less. Perhaps it is falling into disrepair, or it seems there is always something that needs to be fixed. Many families have enjoyed spending time at their second home in Crested Butte, but once the kids grow up, move to all parts of the country or world, get married, and have their own kids, it can get hard for some to find the time to spend vacations together in Crested Butte regularly.

Are You Sure You Want to Sell Your Crested Butte Home?

If you are not really sure, then you may want to hold off until you are. If you are not motivated to sell your mountain home, then you will only go through the motions, and your home probably won’t sell. You may get frustrated with the process, and may not do the things you need to do to help ensure your Crested Butte home gets sold for the highest price.

I suggest potential sellers think about “the next chapter in their life?” … if you answer “Yes” to  any of the following personal questions you are probably ready to sell:

  1. Crested Butte Real EstateYou have not been to your Crested Butte area home for a year.
  2. You have not invited someone to be a guest in your Crested Butte home for two years.
  3. Your kids and grandkids have not visited for over a year.
  4. Your old Crested Butte friends have moved away.
  5. A day of adventure in Crested Butte is now going out to lunch and/or dinner.
  6. You cannot name five people in Crested Butte you would call when you are there to have dinner or go for a cup of coffee.
  7. Your age or health is a concern in terms of being able to do the things you or your spouse used to do safely.
  8. You or your spouse are scared to ski because you fear if you fall you will get injured or get run over.
  9. You or your spouse are scared that while walking or getting out of the car you may slip on the ice in the winter and get injured.
  10. The altitude bothers you or your spouse and you cannot sleep at night or have trouble breathing.
  11. Where you once saw winter beauty and adventure, now you see cold and danger.
  12. You are thinking of ways you would use the annual costs to own your Crested Butte home and the proceeds from the sale of your home on the next chapter in your life.

Best Time to Sell Your Crested Butte HomeSelling Your Crested Butte Home in a Rising Market

Selling in a Rising Market is easier, and “everything is funny when you are making lots of money…” but seller’s remorse is common when sellers think they left money on the table. Getting greedy is worse, and as markets rise and fall, a greedy seller may miss the highs, and then start chasing the market down.

How can I help you with Your Crested Butte Real Estate Needs?

This post Best Time to Sell Your Crested Butte Home and my monthly market reports on Crested Butte Real Estate, and the level of detail is representative of what you can expect from me as your Real Estate Agent.

I have consistently been among the top real estate agents in Crested Butte, and I strive to exceed client expectations.

Existing Crested Butte Homeowner – If you are interested in finding out what your property is worth, or may be considering turning a chapter in your life – contact me today.

Considering Buying a Crested Butte Home for sale – If you have started thinking about how great it would be to have your own Crested Butte Home and are considering me to represent you as a Buyer, I would appreciate the opportunity to earn your business!

For more info on me and the Crested Butte Real Estate Market – Visit www.chriskopf.com.

Chris Kopf Contact info:  Phone: (970) 209-5405, or chriskopf@bighornrealty.com

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Chris Kopf Crested Butte Real Estate AgentThanks,
Chris Kopf

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Coldwell Banker Bighorn Realty
(970) 209-5405
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Testimonials

Bobby Nichols

"The first moment we met Chris, my wife and I knew he was all about what is happening in real estate sales in Crested Butte. He knows his job, the marketplace and the innovative ways to market your home in today's electronic internet space. A real professional that understood us and our needs in handling a very successful sales transaction. "

 
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2015-02-11T13:45:19-07:00
"The first moment we met Chris, my wife and I knew he was all about what is happening in real estate sales in Crested Butte. He knows his job, the marketplace and the innovative ways to market your home in today's electronic internet space. A real professional that understood us and our needs in handling a very successful sales transaction. "  
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Jeff Hollings

Chris is outstanding! We recently bought a second home in Crested Butte and Chris did a great job throughout the whole process. He has a thorough understanding of the market and the benefits and drawbacks of various locations. He was very patient with us as our preferences evolved throughout the search. He gave us valuable information on which to negotiate the purchase. He had great follow-up during the inspection/closing process (when we were not in town) and made sure all of the commitments made by the seller were properly completed.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2015-02-11T13:46:48-07:00
Chris is outstanding! We recently bought a second home in Crested Butte and Chris did a great job throughout the whole process. He has a thorough understanding of the market and the benefits and drawbacks of various locations. He was very patient with us as our preferences evolved throughout the search. He gave us valuable information on which to negotiate the purchase. He had great follow-up during the inspection/closing process (when we were not in town) and made sure all of the commitments made by the seller were properly completed.
https://chriskopf.com/testimonials/jeff-hollings/

James Brennan

This was our first experience trying to purchase additional land with hopes of building a home. Chris was tremendously helpful throughout the entire process and his professionalism showed.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T17:59:24-06:00
This was our first experience trying to purchase additional land with hopes of building a home. Chris was tremendously helpful throughout the entire process and his professionalism showed.
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Jane Saltzman

Chris was terrific to work with. The house sold faster then I ever expected! He was particularly helpful for this second home owner that couldn't always get there to take care of house issues. Thank you Chris!!!
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2015-02-11T13:49:37-07:00
Chris was terrific to work with. The house sold faster then I ever expected! He was particularly helpful for this second home owner that couldn't always get there to take care of house issues. Thank you Chris!!!
https://chriskopf.com/testimonials/jane-saltzman/

Georges Lussier

The thought of a short sale was intimidating, but Chris made the experience very easy with lots of guidance from start to finish. I would highly recommend Chris for any Real Estate need buying or selling.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T18:05:40-06:00
The thought of a short sale was intimidating, but Chris made the experience very easy with lots of guidance from start to finish. I would highly recommend Chris for any Real Estate need buying or selling.
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Frank Stringer

Chris Kopf is a wonderful person to work with on any real estate matter you may have in Crested Butte. He is extremely knowledgeable of all elements of the Crested Butte area. He helped us recently to buy a new second home in Skyland and the entire experience was first class under Chris's guidance. I would highly recommend him to anyone who has a real estate need in Crested Butte.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2015-02-11T13:51:04-07:00
Chris Kopf is a wonderful person to work with on any real estate matter you may have in Crested Butte. He is extremely knowledgeable of all elements of the Crested Butte area. He helped us recently to buy a new second home in Skyland and the entire experience was first class under Chris's guidance. I would highly recommend him to anyone who has a real estate need in Crested Butte.
https://chriskopf.com/testimonials/frank-stringer/

Paul & Julie Keesee

Chris was quite helpful in showing us homes in the area we were interested in and contacted us when new listings were available. We not only consider him our realtor but also a friend.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T18:05:59-06:00
Chris was quite helpful in showing us homes in the area we were interested in and contacted us when new listings were available. We not only consider him our realtor but also a friend.
https://chriskopf.com/testimonials/paul-julie-keesee/

Jim & Sandra Wickham

Chris' patience and persistence paid off for us in finding the right house for the right price. We would highly recommend Chris to any potential buyer.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T18:06:18-06:00
Chris' patience and persistence paid off for us in finding the right house for the right price. We would highly recommend Chris to any potential buyer.
https://chriskopf.com/testimonials/jim-sandra-wickham/

Tom & Mary Aton

It was a great experience working with Chris, after showing me what I thought I wanted, he advised me of the pros and cons on the different condos and found one that I am thrilled with.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T18:06:31-06:00
It was a great experience working with Chris, after showing me what I thought I wanted, he advised me of the pros and cons on the different condos and found one that I am thrilled with.
https://chriskopf.com/testimonials/tom-mary-aton/

Dan Aquaviva

This agent has a very strong knowledge of the local area. He was very helpful in screening properties for potential purchase.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T18:05:26-06:00
This agent has a very strong knowledge of the local area. He was very helpful in screening properties for potential purchase.
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