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Time to plan that ski trip!!

Written by Dustin K. on October 22nd, 2009

CMBR is sharing their top ten tips to stay on budget this year, because who couldn’t save a few dollars this time of year.

  1. Visit Early
  2. Opt for Thanksgiving. 
  3. Fly-In, Ski-Out.
  4. Travel in packs.
  5. Extend the trip.
  6. Minimize equipment and baggage fees.
  7. Use public transportation.
  8. Find the freebies.
  9. Take a lesson.
  10. Utilize the resort concierge.
 

Snow on the Mountains and Bluebird Skies!!

Written by Dustin K. on October 6th, 2009

A couple of photos taken out the front door of the office.

View of Mountains over the Visitor Center

View of Mountains over the Visitor Center

 

Snow capped Mountains

Snow capped Mountains

 

Another week closer to ski season!

Written by Dustin K. on October 5th, 2009

This morning it is snowing again in Crested Butte.  It is just our normal cycle as of late; snow for a couple of days then perfect fall weather for a couple of days.  Luckily we hit the cycle perfectly and had some beautiful weather for last weekend.  Some of our team here took advantage of the great weather this Saturday and played in the 1st annual 2009 Jim Gebhardt Memorial Scholarship Golf Classic (with everyone having a great time but not necessarily winning though).

This past month we have had seen a few significant sales close with the largest sale this year happening when 16 Peakview, Mt. Crested Butte was sold for $2,872,500.  We also saw two places in town sell; 500 Butte Avenue for $1,200,000 and 418 Third Street for $1,195,000.

We had 15 condos and single family homes sell in the Crested Butte Area ranging from $138,000 up to $950,000.  There was also zero land sales during that same time period.  The vacant land listings are having a hard time moving right now, which should mean better prices for potential buyers looking for land.

 

Last week Fall; This week Winter

Written by Dustin K. on September 25th, 2009

This week in Crested Butte has brought an unexpected chill in the air.  On the official last day of summer we had our first significant snow fall.  That meant on the first day of fall we woke up to a beautiful snowy landscape, with over an inch of snow on the ground throughout the Crested Butte Valley. 

There are still many activities to partake in around the area.  The Crested Butte Mountain Theatre presents William Shakespeare’s As You Like It, starring some of Crested Butte’s most talented artists.  The show opened up last night and will run through October 3rd.

Local film maker MSP Films premiers their newest release In Deep: the skiing experience today with show at 5, 7, and 9 at the Center of the Arts.

We are supposed to have a wonderful weekend with the temperatures starting to rise.  Now is the time to get out and hike or bike, before the snow returns.  Have a great weekend.

 

Great Photo this Week

Written by Dustin K. on September 18th, 2009

The Crested Butte Mountain Resort provides us with a great photo from an early Wednesday morning. Check out the CBMR website for some of their early season specials, and get a jump on this years ski trip.

Great Photo from CBMR

Great Photo from CBMR

 

Fall has come to Crested Butte!

Written by Dustin K. on September 17th, 2009

Every morning there seems to be new colors on the mountainsides.  If you are planning on seeing the fall colors this year, the next two weeks are definitely the time to visit. 

Crested Butte Fall Colors

Crested Butte Fall Colors

This week we also saw our first glimpses of snow on the upper peaks.  Another reminder that winter is just around the corner.

Snow Capped Peaks

Snow Capped Peaks

 This weekend there is the Gunnison Ranchland Conservation Legacy - Cow Pasture Golf Tournament and the Autumn Celebration of Vinotok in downtown Crested Butte.   Don’t miss out on all of the fun that is still happening in the area.  Hope to see you out there.

 

Positive Economic Indicators

Written by Dustin K. on September 11th, 2009

In Volume 4 of “Looking Forward” Market News from Architectural Digest,  they give us Five Positive Economic Indicators:

  • Consumer Confidence is up nearly +7 points
  • Contined gains for the economy
  • Housing Index up in 18 out of 20 cities
  • Builder condidence at record high for the year
  • Bounce-back in home improvement

View the article to find out more detail.

 

Good Morning from Crested Butte!

Written by Dustin K. on September 10th, 2009

Good morning on this beautiful day here in Crested Butte.  The leaves are beginning to fall the air is getting cooler.  This is a great time of year to be in Crested Butte.

We here at Benson Sotheby’s International Realty are excited about the beginning of our new “Real Estate in Crested Butte” blog.  On here we will keep you up to date on the newest listings, price changes, real estate news, and happenings in the Crested Butte area.  It will be linked to our website for all of our wonderful followers to view.

Have a great fall day, because I know I will.