Golden Handcuffs, Boulder "Redefines" Neighborhoods, and BVSD School Closures | Podcast #111
Low mortgage rates have created what many homeowners call “golden handcuffs.” In this episode we discuss strategies for navigating that reality, including assumable mortgages and other ways to move without giving up a low rate. We also talk about negotiation timing, recent Denver and Boulder market data, and several notable local sales. Finally, we discuss Boulder’s new comprehensive plan, potential school closures, and how those changes could reshape neighborhoods. This podcast is supported by the House Einstein real estate brokerage, founded and based in Boulder, Colorado. House Einstein’s mission is to help you make a smarter real estate decision. Visit at Houseeinstein.com Follow our Newsletter for honest takes on active listings: https://mailchi.mp/houseeinstein.com/sign-up-form-landing-page-2026 ____________________ Timecodes: 00:00 - Intro 5:10 - Topics of the Day 11:48 - The Closing Table: Golden Handcuffs & How to Leave 31:38 - Tales From the Trenches: Zillow 36:28 - Tales From the Trenches: Time is of the Essence 50:24 - Market Conditions: Denver & Denver Post 1:03:49 - Market Conditions: City of Boulder SFH 1:10:46 - Sale of the Week: 2586 3rd St 1:20:05 - Sale of the Week: 1450 High St 1:25:52 - Sale of the Week: 3080 7th St 1:34:22 - Sale of the Week: 4445 Grinnell Ave 1:40:13 - Sale of the Week: 2815 11th St 1:44:00 - Shameless Promo: Goldilocks Ranch Buyer 1:46:04 - News: Iran War 1:50:29 - News: Boulder Valley Comp Plan Draft First Thoughts 1:46:04 - News: Too Many Schools, Too Few Students 2:12:57 - Carveout: Pokemon Cards 2:24:40 - Carveout: DIY vs Pay for it 2:30:59 - Wrap Up _____________________ Relevant Links: Denver Post Market Article https://www.denverpost.com/2026/03/04/denver-housing-market-accelerates/ 2586 3rd St https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/2586-3rd-St_Boulder_CO_80304_M10728-44863 1450 High St https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/1450-High-St_Boulder_CO_80304_M28139-29111 3080 7th St https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/3080-7th-St_Boulder_CO_80304_M15663-44016 4445 Grinnell Ave https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/4445-Grinnell-Ave_Boulder_CO_80305_M17411-05787 2815 11th St https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/2815-11th-St_Boulder_CO_80304_M13637-64671 Draft Boulder Valley Comp Plan Released https://a-boulder-future-boulder.hub.arcgis.com/ AI’s take on Boulder Valley Comp Plan https://claude.ai/share/5ac86d88-d11b-41e1-a9ca-39542e2743f8 Steve’s take on Boulder Valley Comp Plan https://www.stevepomerance.com/2026/02/opinion-crowded-congested-and-dry.html Too Many Schools, Too Few Students https://boulderreportinglab.org/2026/03/10/too-many-schools-too-few-students-bvsd-begins-planning-possible-closures/