Debbie Dietmeyer- Real Estate Broker, Grand Valley Real Estate Group, LLC

Debbie Dietmeyer- Real Estate Broker, Grand Valley Real Estate Group, LLC I've had the opportunity to work in the Grand Valley Real Estate market since 2003 and absolutely lo

Selling this fall? Starting strong matters even more this time of year.In the fall, buyer activity typically starts to s...
09/23/2026

Selling this fall? Starting strong matters even more this time of year.

In the fall, buyer activity typically starts to slow while the number of homes for sale climbs. That means fewer buyers may be looking at more options – so you want your house to stand out from day one.

Here’s the cheat sheet for how to make that happen.

Price it for today’s buyers. Not what your neighbor sold for a few years back.

Make your house hard to pass up. Tackle essential repairs and spend time on your curb appeal.

Stay flexible when offers come in. This is not the season to play hardball.

And be ready to adjust when needed. If you keep getting the same feedback from buyers, take it to heart.

If you want to sell before the end of the year, let’s make sure you have the right strategy from the start. Because with the right plan, selling in the fall is a no brainer.

Debbie Dietmeyer, REALTOR (970) 250-1443
Grand Valley Real Estate Group
1114 N. 1st St, Suite 103-112
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Mortgage rates aren’t random. They’re affected by 2 numbers. The 10-year treasury yield and something called "the spread...
08/20/2026

Mortgage rates aren’t random. They’re affected by 2 numbers.

The 10-year treasury yield and something called "the spread." That's the gap between the 10-year treasury yield and mortgage rates, and it usually sits around 1.76 percentage points.

Back in 2023, the gap in the spread ballooned up to 3.19 in response to economic uncertainty. If it were still that wide today, rates would be pushing almost 8%.

But the good news is the gap has narrowed to 2.01 (a lot closer to the long-term norm). And that’s a big positive for rates. It’s why today’s mortgage rate is in the upper 6s instead of touching 8%.

Here's the part a lot of people miss. Where rates are right now are already pretty close to what a totally normal spread would produce – a mortgage rate around 6.5%.

In other words, the fact that the spread has narrowed in recent years has helped mortgage rates. Sure, they’re still higher than you may want, but it could be worse.

Wondering if buying now still makes sense with rates like this? Send me a message and let's break it down.

Debbie Dietmeyer, REALTOR (970) 250-1443
Grand Valley Real Estate Group
1114 N. 1st St, Suite 103-112
Grand Junction, CO 81501

A lot of buyers are waiting because they think mortgage rates will drop dramatically.The problem? That's not what today'...
08/19/2026

A lot of buyers are waiting because they think mortgage rates will drop dramatically.

The problem? That's not what today's forecasts say is going to happen.

Experts believe mortgage rates will actually stay in the mid to low 6s through 2027 due to a number of factors – including inflation.

What’s that tell me? Waiting may not pay off the way you hope it will.

So, if moving is important to you, I want you to know waiting isn’t your only option.

Builder incentives, adjustable-rate mortgages, assumable mortgages, and rate buydowns are just a few of the strategies worth exploring that could help with affordability right now.

I’m not saying you have to buy today, but you should at least know your options. Let's talk about what could work for you.

Debbie Dietmeyer, REALTOR (970) 250-1443
Grand Valley Real Estate Group
1114 N. 1st St, Suite 103-112
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Congratulations to my wonderful client on the successful sale of their home! Thank you for trusting me to guide you thr...
08/05/2026

Congratulations to my wonderful client on the successful sale of their home! Thank you for trusting me to guide you through the process. Wishing you all the best in your next chapter!

Sticker shock keeping you on the sidelines? Condos might help.The median condo sold for $380,000 in June, while the medi...
08/04/2026

Sticker shock keeping you on the sidelines? Condos might help.

The median condo sold for $380,000 in June, while the median single-family home went for $446,400. That's a gap of more than $66,000.

Part of that is because condos are usually smaller. But that's exactly the point. Smaller square footage can mean a smaller price tag.

So, if you can make less space work for your life, it may work for your budget, too.

For a lot of buyers, especially first-timer buyers, a condo or townhome is the difference between waiting and owning.

Curious what condos and townhomes are selling for in our area? Drop a comment or send me a DM, and I'll put together a list that fits your budget.

Debbie Dietmeyer, REALTOR (970) 250-1443
Grand Valley Real Estate Group
1114 N. 1st St, Suite 103-112
Grand Junction, CO 81501

There's nothing better than handing over the keys and celebrating such an exciting milestone with my clients! 🏡Thank you...
08/04/2026

There's nothing better than handing over the keys and celebrating such an exciting milestone with my clients! 🏡
Thank you for trusting me to guide you through the home buying process. It was truly a pleasure to help you achieve your goals, and I am so grateful to have been part of your journey.
If you're thinking about buying or selling, I'd love to help you make your next move with confidence.

Headlines highlighting rising foreclosures have a way of stirring up 2008 flashbacks. But the data says not to panic. We...
07/28/2026

Headlines highlighting rising foreclosures have a way of stirring up 2008 flashbacks. But the data says not to panic.

We’re nowhere near what happened back then.

In the first half of 2008, foreclosures were filed on over 1.3 million homes. The first half of this year that number was less than 250k.

Now, seeing any homeowner go through this is hard. There’s no arguing that.

But just looking at the market as a whole, we’re a long way from crash territory – even with the recent uptick. So, don’t let the headlines stir up fear.

Debbie Dietmeyer, REALTOR (970) 250-1443
Grand Valley Real Estate Group
1114 N. 1st St, Suite 103-112
Grand Junction, CO 81501

If you’ve been house-hunting lately, you know the struggle. High prices. And too few homes to choose from. But this Summ...
07/22/2026

If you’ve been house-hunting lately, you know the struggle. High prices. And too few homes to choose from.

But this Summer, the tide may be turning in your favor.

Nationally, the median asking price is about $11,000 below where it was a year ago. A sign sellers are meeting buyers where they’re at.

And the number of homes for sale just hit its highest point for any June since 2022.

This doesn’t mean a crash is coming – lower list prices and more options just mean you have more room to find a home that fits your budget and your needs.

So, if you’ve been waiting for the right moment to buy, this might be it. Call, Text or DM and let's look.

Debbie Dietmeyer, REALTOR (970) 250-1443
Grand Valley Real Estate Group
1114 N. 1st St, Suite 103-112
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Whether you’re buying or selling, deals are looking different at the moment. Almost half of sellers gave buyers a conces...
07/21/2026

Whether you’re buying or selling, deals are looking different at the moment.

Almost half of sellers gave buyers a concession recently – the highest share on record for this time of year. Builders are also compromising, with over 60% offering incentives like upgrades or discounts.

That says one thing: negotiations are back on the table.

For buyers, that means more chances to ask for a better deal – and maybe get it.

For sellers, it means buyers will expect you to meet them partway. Digging in your heels could mean a longer wait or a lost sale.

The magic words right now? Wiggle room.

Let's connect to talk about what's realistic to ask for, or offer, in our market.

Debbie Dietmeyer, REALTOR (970) 250-1443
Grand Valley Real Estate Group
1114 N. 1st St, Suite 103-112
Grand Junction, CO 81501

If the first half of this year has left you feeling stuck, you're definitely not the only one.Mortgage rates stayed high...
07/20/2026

If the first half of this year has left you feeling stuck, you're definitely not the only one.

Mortgage rates stayed higher than people hoped. Affordability was still tough. And every time it felt like things might improve, something else got in the way. But here's the good news.

A lot of housing experts think the second half of the year could start heading in a better direction. Not because everything magically gets fixed overnight...

But because if inflation cools off and things settle down overseas, mortgage rates could ease, more buyers could jump back in, and the market could finally start feeling a little less stuck.

Will everything suddenly be easy? Probably not. But after the first half we've had, "better" is a pretty good place to start.

If you're wondering what that could mean for your plans (or for our local market), send me a message.

I’ve got the latest forecasts on rates, prices, and more. And I'd be happy to walk you through what to expect.

Debbie Dietmeyer, REALTOR (970) 250-1443
Grand Valley Real Estate Group
1114 N. 1st St, Suite 103-112
Grand Junction, CO 81501

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