Jim Idler - Resident Realty

About

Buying in Estes often means looking at Allenspark, Drake, Glen Haven and Lyons too, and Jim Idler of Resident Realty works all of them, plus Loveland and Longmont. Residential, vacation and investment properties are on his list, with lakefront condos as a specialty and estate downsizing for families settling a house.

Being reachable is what buyers mention most, along with honesty, attention to detail and a willingness to go to bat for them. First-time buyers get the same patience as anyone, and personable is the word that sticks.

He works remotely when needed and shows homes by virtual tour, which helps a buyer who still lives somewhere else. Open houses are part of the routine too, for buyers who want to walk a place before committing. The office is on East Wonderview near the Stanley Hotel, next to The UPS Store, a few minutes from downtown. Saturdays are workable for showings, which suits anyone driving up for the weekend.