The Summit Team - West Metro Denver Real Estate

05/30/2026

We made the top 15 of home price declines from 2022 to now.
https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/realestate/15-housing-markets-with-the-biggest-home-price-declines-since-the-pandemic-boom-ended/ar-AA23oGmx?ocid=entnewsntp&pc=U531&cvid=6a0a291a02514b27a07c706f764a06f8&ei=32&fbclid=IwdGRjcASIGahjbGNrBIgYnWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHoswxUomXRPWH5frJn8XDJuZj0C6bPZnwaZjwaPULZQ6vavnjWQiHyieWNFN_aem_pzqQj_lAC98naUYh6_7elA

05/29/2026

🏡 VA home loans can make homeownership more achievable than many Veterans realize. From little to no down payment options to no PMI and potentially lower closing costs, these benefits could help you buy sooner and save more over time.

🇺🇸 If you’re active duty, a Veteran, or know someone who has served, now may be the perfect time to explore what your VA loan benefit can offer. A trusted lender can help you understand your options, determine eligibility, and guide you through the process step by step.

📘 Want to learn more about the homebuying process? Check out our Buyer Course here: https://buyer.summitteamcolorado.com/home-8270-9014

✨ The dream of owning a home may be closer than you think.



https://buyer.summitteamcolorado.com/post/what-most-veterans-dont-know-about-their-VA-home-loan-benefit

VA home loans may offer zero down, no PMI, and lower costs to help Veterans buy sooner. Learn more!

05/29/2026

👉 This Lakewood Home at $550k Feels Like a Private Retreat 🌿
Not every home has a feeling.
This one does.
Join me this Saturday from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 7540 W Calahan Avenue in Lakewood for an open house that's a little different from the norm.
🏡 3 Bedrooms
🏡 2 Bathrooms
🏡 .20 Acre Lot
Inside you'll find a beautifully updated mid-century ranch featuring a gourmet kitchen, open-concept family room, finished basement, and a unique four-season room currently used as a meditation and creative space.
But the real surprise is outside.
The backyard feels like a private retreat with mature landscaping, a pond and waterfall feature, covered pergola seating area, garden spaces, and multiple places to relax and unwind.
If you've been looking for a home with personality, warmth, and spaces designed to actually enjoy life, this is one worth seeing in person.
📍7540 W Calahan Avenue
📅 Saturday, May 30th
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Thinking about buying?
Start with our free Buyer Course:
👉 https://buyer.summitteamcolorado.com/home-8270-9014
I look forward to seeing you there!
— John Bulik
The Summit Team

05/25/2026

🏡 Builder incentives and lower new home prices are creating opportunities buyers haven’t seen in years. From rate buydowns to closing cost assistance and flexible pricing, builders are working harder to make homeownership more affordable.

If you’ve been thinking about buying, now may be the perfect time to explore what’s available in your area and see what kind of incentives or deals a builder may be willing to offer. Let’s connect and talk about your options. 🤝✨

🎓 Start your homebuying journey here: https://buyer.summitteamcolorado.com/home-8270-9014



https://buyer.summitteamcolorado.com/post/newly-built-home-prices-hit-a-5-year-low

New home prices hit a 5-year low as builders offer deals, upgrades, and lower mortgage rates for all

05/22/2026

🏡 Record mortgage debt makes for a scary headline. But context matters.

Equity is near an all-time high, home values have surged, and the vast majority of homeowners are in a position of real financial strength. The conditions that made 2008 a crisis simply don't exist right now. 📈

If you're wondering what all of this means for your situation — whether you're thinking about buying, selling, or just trying to make sense of the market — reach out anytime. No pressure, just answers. 🤝

🎓 Want to feel more confident about buying? Check out my Buyer’s Course here: https://buyer.summitteamcolorado.com/home-8270-9014



https://buyer.summitteamcolorado.com/post/record-high-mortgage-debt-sounds-scary-heres-what-the-headlines-leave-out

Record mortgage debt sounds scary, but soaring homeowner equity tells the real story today. Clearly!

05/21/2026

What $650k to $700K Gets You in Arvada & Lakewood 👀

We’ve got three open houses this weekend in Arvada and Lakewood, and this lineup brings a really interesting mix of flexibility, upgrades, outdoor living, and long-term value.
🏡 Arvada – Income Potential + Multigenerational Flexibility
5 bed | 4 bath | RV parking | Multiple private entrances
This ranch-style home offers rare flexibility with separate lock-off areas, updated interiors, a huge entertaining backyard, hot tub, gardens, and even RV hookups.
🏡 Arvada – Solar + Entertaining Backyard + Cul-de-Sac Living
3 bed | 3 bath | Owned solar | Oversized lot
Beautifully updated with granite countertops, custom wood details, hot tub patio, and one of the best backyards we’ve seen in a while.
🏡 Lakewood – Fully Remodeled + ADU Potential
3 bed | 2 bath | RV parking | Corner lot
Completely reimagined with vaulted ceilings, open-concept living, new systems throughout, and future ADU expansion potential in the highly desirable Applewood area.
Three homes. Three completely different lifestyles.
Come walk through them and see which one feels right for you.
👉 Start your home buying process the right way:
https://buyer.summitteamcolorado.com/home-8270-9014

05/20/2026

🔎 Online searches for down payment information recently hit an all-time high. That shows a lot of buyers aren’t sure what’s actually required, and they’re looking for answers.

Unfortunately, many still think they have to put 20% down. 💭

But the data says something very different is happening.

The typical first-time buyer actually puts down about 10% – that’s half of what you probably expected. And some do as little as 3.5% or even 0% down (depending on their loan type). 🏡

So, that 20% myth is only holding you back and delaying your timeline more than necessary.

If you’re curious about what’s really required, it’s worth having a conversation with a trusted lender. A true expert can give you better information than an online search. 🤝

Want to feel more confident before you buy? Check out my Buyer Course here: https://buyer.summitteamcolorado.com/home-8270-9014 📚

Then let's chat about what your budget can get you in today’s market. 📲

05/19/2026

West Metro Denver Housing Market Update – May 2026 | Is the Market Finally Balancing?

What’s really happening in the West Metro Denver housing market right now?
In this May 2026 market update (April data), we break down the real numbers behind home sales in Wheat Ridge, Arvada, Lakewood, Golden, and surrounding West Metro Denver communities.
And this month the market is sending a pretty clear message:
🏠 The frenzy has cooled
📈 Inventory is higher than the pandemic years
⏳ Buyers have more breathing room
💰 Well-priced homes are still selling
❌ Overpriced homes are struggling
So what does that mean for buyers and sellers?
It means we’re moving toward a more balanced and predictable market — where strategy matters more than momentum.
In this report we cover:
🏠 New Listings
📊 Active Inventory
🧾 Pending Sales
🔑 Closed Sales
⏳ Days on Market
💰 Home Prices
🏡 Homeowner Reality Check
❌ Expired Listings
📦 Months of Inventory
If you’re buying, selling, investing, or just trying to understand what’s happening in West Metro Denver real estate, this update will help you cut through the noise and focus on what actually matters locally.

🎯 FREE WEST METRO DENVER BUYER COURSE
Thinking about buying a home in the Denver area? Start here:
https://buyer.summitteamcolorado.com/home-8270-9014

If you want a custom breakdown for your neighborhood, home value, or buying power, comment “Market” below or reach out directly.
I’m John Bulik with the Summit Team, helping buyers and sellers stay one step ahead in the West Metro Denver real estate market.

05/19/2026

Did you press pause on your home search last year? You’re not alone — affordability and fit kept a lot of buyers waiting. Good news from right here in Colorado: fresh listings are popping up fast this spring, and that means more real choices for buyers in Wheat Ridge, Arvada, Lakewood, Golden and the rest of West Metro Denver.

I’ve seen this pattern play out: more sellers hitting the market gives you options—and with smart negotiation and targeted digital marketing, we can help those options become real opportunities. Want a practical next step? Let’s look at what just hit the market and see what fits your goals. No pressure. Just clear direction.

Read the full breakdown and what it means for local buyers: https://wix.to/vKXKCyX

What neighborhood should we start searching in — Wheat Ridge or Golden? Tell me below and I’ll pull the freshest listings for that area. 🏡🔥

Did you try to buy a home last year, but you ended up pressing pause?Maybe you couldn’t find a home that really fit your needs. Or maybe the ones you liked just weren’t affordable. According to a recent survey from NerdWallet, those were the top two reasons buyers gave up on their search in 2025...