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This month, Metro Brokers Grand Junction, Inc. celebrates 23 years as a thriving Western Slope company with three of our “Founding Fathers” still operating their own real estate brokerages here. Today, Metro Brokers Grand Junction, Inc. is comprised of 16 independent real estate companies with 19 realtors and 5 staff. Our Metro Brokers group consists of a highly professional team of experienced, trustworthy people who share common values, work closely together, and hold themselves accountable for the success of their clients. They make a difference in the lives of people wanting to accomplish a real estate goal. Conveniently located on the northwest corner of Patterson Rd. and 25 Rd., our office is open 6 days a week. Stop by anytime and say “Hello!”

 

















 

Congratulations to Doug Ford of Ford Realty, our featured real estate agent of the week! Doug is a native to the area and has been selling Grand Valley real estate since 1981. He is one of the founding fathers of Metro Brokers Grand Junction in 1994 and has assisted hundreds of clients with buying and selling their properties. Growing up on a fruit ranch gave Doug an excellent knowledge of the land and a feel for the agricultural flavor of the valley. Years spent working as a building subcontractor gave him a well-rounded foundation on which to build a successful real estate career. He puts all that experience to work for you whether you're looking for advice or to buy or sell a property.
 
Doug and his wife Peggie have remained in the Grand Valley because of the lifestyle here. The scenic beauty, the sunny high desert climate and the many types of recreational activities reinforce their belief that this is a Quick read more or view full article great place to raise a family. They have three children and five grandchildren.
 
If you need advice on real estate and want the benefit of experience, let Doug Ford help you buy or sell property in Western Colorado. Give him a call at 970-250-1028.
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Congratulations to Doug Ford of Ford Realty, our featured real estate agent of the week! Doug is a native to the area and has been selling Grand Valley real estate since 1981. Growing up on a fruit ranch gave Doug an excellent knowledge of the land and a feel for the agricultural flavor of the valley. Years spent working as a building subcontractor gave him a well-rounded foundation on which to build a successful real estate career. He puts all that experience to work for you whether you're looking for advice or to buy or sell a property like this one:

2894 Orchard Ave, Grand Junction
3BR / 1BA / 1 car / 1,230 sq ft / 0.21 acres
$169,900

Cute house on a corner lot. Lots of natural wood, freshly painted interior, and cleaned up. A wood stove makes the living room cozy! Large eat-in kitchen, 3 bedrooms, separate laundry room. Fenced yard with lots of RV parking. Yard Quick read more or view full article has sprinklers front and back. Must see!

To get in touch with Doug about this property, or any other property you'd like to buy or sell, give him a call at 970-250-1028. Read Less

Our Featured Realtor this week is Doug Ford, broker and owner of Ford Realty! In 1995, Doug joined three other realtors and together they opened the doors for the first time to the new company in town - Metro Brokers Grand Junction, Inc.! Twenty-one years later, Ford Realty is still here, one of the 15 broker-owned real estate companies that make up Metro Brokers Grand Junction, Inc. Both Ford Realty and Metro Brokers GJ are locally owned and operated companies, still helping customers with all types of real estate transactions. In Doug’s words, “I am very proud of our organization!” Doug is a Grand Valley native. His early years were spent growing up on a fruit ranch where he gained valuable knowledge of the agricultural flavor of the valley. Doug and wife Peggie chose to make their lives here because of the wonderful lifestyle, our scenic beauty, high desert climate and the many recreational activities for their children and now, grandchildren. If you Quick read more or view full article need advice on real estate and want the benefit of longtime experience and valuable knowledge, contact Doug today! 970-250-1028   df@mbgj.com  Read Less

Congratulations to the winners of our Pumpkin Carving Contest and Chili Cook-Off!

CHILI WINNERS

Best Chili: Mindy Timian-Winger with her “Mindy & Marc’s Famous Chili”
2nd Place: Felecia Bishop 
3rd Place: Hal Heath

PUMPKIN CARVING WINNERS

Best Overall: Doug & Peggie Ford with Olaf the Pumpkin
Scariest Pumpkin: Mike McGinnis with the warty pumpkin
Most Creative Pumpkin: Nicole Rich with the black cat pumpkin

Join Metro Brokers Grand Junction Inc for the Grand Valley Open House Weekend. Here is a list of what our brokers have open and they are happy to help you make one of these amazing homes, your new home.



 2646 El Corona
$207,900
3 / 2
Sat & Sun 11-4 
Beth/Jan

322 W. 2nd Street
$189,000
2 / 2
Sunday 11-4
Beth/Jan

2219 Renaisance Blvd
$498,000
4 / 3.5
Sat & Sun 11-4
Beth/Jan

2039 Conestoga Dr
$499,900
4 / 4
Sat & Sun 11-4
Dee Dee

3093 Hoisington
$292,000
5 / 4
Sunday 1-4
Doug

1307 & 1309 M 1/2 Rd
40,000
N/A
Gallery Only
Greg

2312 Hacienda St
$424,900
3 / 2
Sunday 1-3
Hal

2231 S Regent Cir
$265,000
3 / 2
Sunday 1-3
Hal

120 Santa Fe
$349,900
N/A
Gallery Only
Hal

301 Arches
$244,900
3 / 2.5
Sunday Quick read more or view full article 12-2
Karie

734 26.5 Rd
$299,999
4 / 3
Sunday 12-2
Karie

1809 Double Ring Ct
$1,130,000
3 / 3
Sunday 1-3
Larry

1872 High Pointe Ct
$613,400
4 / 2
Sunday 12-4
Mike Q
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I grew up in Grand Junction, CO on a peach farm on East Orchard Mesa.
I have been in real estate for 32 years. You can say real estate is in my blood.

I have been married to my wife Peggie Ford for the past 30 years.
She recently retired from St. Mary’s Hospital Operating Room. I have 3
grown children and 4 grandchildren.








My primary interest is in residential real estate sales and the ever changing challenges that we have today with mortgage and lender requirements. I enjoy the puzzle of finding a way to make all the pieces involved in a real estate transaction, fit, and achieve the end result of helping people realize the “American Dream” of Quick read more or view full article being able to own their own home. 




                                             

One of the most interesting real estate situations that I’ve been involved with happened when I had only been in the business a short time. I had shown a home to some out-of-town buyers on a Sunday and they decided to purchase it. The purchase price was $150,000 and when I asked the buyers about earnest money and financing they handed me a brown paper bag. They said they had the $150,000 in cash and that they wanted to put the entire amount down as earnest money. Sure enough there was $150,000 in the bag! After some discussion and a trip to the bank on Monday, they purchased the property.
                                            
There are many good real estate values available. If you have the ability to buy a property that needs repairs there
are programs that will help you buy the home and give you money for the repairs if the home will be owner occupied.
What is one tip you have for someone looking to sell a home today? If you are looking to sell your home be realistic about the value you choose and then make the home the best and shiniest home in your price range.

I have many years in the business and have dealt with many unique situations that have given me the type of experience I need to help you buy or sell your property. Please call me at 970-250-1028. Read Less