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As a real estate professional, I don't just jump into viewing homes or working on a listing in most cases. I take the time needed to guide each client in a manner that is effective, efficient, educational, and even enjoyable. Once we've discussed goals and expectations, I step in as the quarterback. I call every play, read the defense, and look three steps ahead helping to avoid any potential speedbumps. Scoring touchdowns and getting the “W” is my specialty. Along the way, you'll find that I am honest (zero BS), tenacious, and dedicated. And I always keep it real.
My passion for the industry started from my father, who was a developer in Denver in the early 80's. In the early 2000s, I started my own career in new home sales. After eight incredible years of learning, growing, and achieving awards for sales and customer service, I found myself wanting to give more to my clients, both personally and professionally. Now, over 25 years later, I'm still just as driven and passionate about helping people achieve their real estate dreams.
Outside of work, I'm lucky to live in a fantastic Littleton neighborhood in Columbine Valley with my wife of 12+ years, our daughter, who is 8, and an exuberant Belgian Malinois. I'm a second-generation Colorado native and genuinely love all that this state has to offer. I pride myself on living a Colorado lifestyle, racing and riding mountain bikes in the spring, summer, and fall, then skiing in the winter months. I also have three black belts, I'm a Gemini, my favorite color is blue, and I'm allergic to mean people.
I've found that many people who move here or currently live here want to embrace the outdoor Colorado vibe as well. I'd be happy to help you find the right location to do just that, as well as a house that you'll want to make your home. Get in touch!
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"We cannot thank Ben Ellefson enough for his hard work and dedication to make sure we were satisfied with the final sale of our home. He understood that it had been 38 years since the last time we sold a home and the nervousness and stress that we were under; he kept us calm through the process and we couldn't have asked for a better agent. We found out about Ben Ellefson through some close friends of ours who had Ben Ellefson sell their home back In February 2021 and highly recommend him. They did not steer us wrong and we will do the same for family and friends looking to list their homes." - Larry and Peggy
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"If you are on the hunt for a home in Denver, look no further than Ben Ellefson to help you secure it! As a native to Denver, Ben knows every inch of each neighborhood like the back of his hand. He brings decades of experience in all areas of real estate, home building and development, and 10+ yrs as a dedicated, full time broker...which gives you an unrivaled advantage of having an agent that really knows what he is doing! Ben oozes energy and integrity, made time every week for me, and was always available to answer a question or ask advice, all of which made me feel comfortable, confident and cared for every step of the way. And the team of quality mortgage brokers and home inspectors that he connected me with were superb.
As hot as homes are in Denver, Ben's market knowledge, connections within the industry, and solid deal making skills ensured that I was prepared and capable of making THE best offer and ultimately helped me get my perfect home! And it could not have been an easier or more enjoyable process. I look forward to working with Ben and team again. Cannot recommend him enough!" - Molly
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"This is the second time I have worked with Ben. He is a true professional, extremely efficient/detail oriented, and knowledgeable about the market. It was a very stressful process to sell and buy in this particular market but we trusted Ben and his process and was able to get the perfect house for myself and my son. We absolutely love our new home and would highly recommend Ben." - Mandy
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"Ben Ellefson did an outstanding job of keeping the transaction on track, and even inquired if the closing could be done sooner, which I didn't know was possible. He explained everything courteously, especially to the buyer, who was a newcomer to real estate. The lender was also impressed with his professionalism and timely communications. Thanks, Ben, and PorchLight for a great experience!" - Connie
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"Ben Ellefson is the best realtor that I have ever worked with. Ben helped my wife and I buy our first house here in Colorado 3 years ago. Recently he helped us sell that house and helped us with the purchase our dream home in Parker. He will go to bat for you and will stop at nothing to make sure everything is taken care of and completed in a timely manner. If you are looking for a great realtor and individual you need to call up Ben to help you with your next home purchase or sale. You will not regret it! PorchLight is a great group and has a great guy working for their brand." - Zach & Jaime
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"I would highly recommend Ben Ellefson for all your Real Estate needs! Ben made the whole process so easy for us. He had all the answers we needed and was a joy to work with. With his coworkers, Mitch and Crystal, the process of selling our home and finding a new one, was one that we were not expecting to go as smoothly as they, as a group, were able to do. If the need for an agent arises in your life, contact PorchLight Real Estate Group and ask for Ben Ellefson!" - Paul & Debbie
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"This is our second time buying a house with PorchLight Real Estate Group and working with Ben Ellefson. Both times, we have been so grateful to have such a great team working with us. Ben is exceptional at what he does, and even better, he truly cares about us and the decision we make. He has guided us to make very good decisions for ourselves and for our future. He's honest, responsive, easy to work with, hard working, genuine, and just all around a good person. We know that when we're working with Ben, he won't let us make a bad decision and that we are in the best hands possible. We couldn't ask for a better experience, a better agent, or a better real estate group." - Braden & McKenna
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"We worked with Ben Ellefson, and he did an amazing job. You can tell Ben has tons of experience in real estate from many different angles, and is incredibly knowledgeable across the board. He was also very patient with us through a very long process with some complications and helped us end up in a great home at a great price." - Max
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"I was very overwhelmed going into the home buying process and once we met Ben Ellefson I felt like we could totally do it. He explained everything in a way that we could easily understand and made us feel very comfortable and ready to go. His vast knowledge of the Denver area helped us narrow down the perfect area for us, and made touring houses exciting! He was honest and we could tell he truly wanted to help us find the perfect home. When we did, he made the process so easy and was always available for questions and support, even checking up on us after moving day. We absolutely recommend Ben; you will not be disappointed!" - Samantha & Andrew
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"The thought of buying a house popped in my mind and I reached out to Ben to see if this could become a reality. Ben lead me in all the appropriate directions to make this process as easy as possible. We looked at houses in one weekend and I found the one that was perfect for me. Ben assured me this would happen, however, I was a bit skeptical in this market.
Ben is very knowledgeable in the process and knows the market. He has great & concise communication. He assured me that the process was going as planned, prepared me for the upcoming steps, and took all the worry he possibly could have away. Buying a house is stressful! There were moments of touch and go but as long as I trusted Ben, he did his job remarkably well. I would highly recommend Ben as anyone’s real estate agent. He was there for me every step of the way Because of him, I now happily own a home. Thanks Ben Ellefson." - Sarah
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"Words can't express our gratitude. Ben took a daunting process and gave us peace of mind and made it fun a long the way. Thank you so much. Ben, thank you for everything! it has been really great working with you and I can't thank you enough for all you have done to help John and I find our first home. You're one awesome guy and I cant wait to work with you in the future." - John & Abi
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"Ben Ellefson did a superb job as my agent from the beginning to even after the closing. He is a consummate professional, knows the market extremely well, and displays excellent customer service skills. I highly recommend him to anybody looking for an honest and hard working real estate professional!" - Chris
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"We were looking for our first home to buy and were referred to Ben Ellefson by a friend. This was the best decision we made because Ben was there for us every step of the way. From offer to closing, we could not have asked for a better partner in this process and will continue to refer him to anyone looking to buy a home!" - Ashley
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"We cannot thank Ben Ellefson enough for all of his hard work! As first time homebuyers, we weren't quite sure what we were getting into and had many questions. Thankfully, Ben had the knowledge, experience, and patience to find us an amazing home! We will 100% use Ben Ellefson and his team if/when we decide to sell." - Jake
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"Ben Ellefson is a top notch realtor that help me find my dream home. Due to his extreme level of professionalism, knowledge and super quick action I was able to secure a home that had a lot of competing offers. He is phenomenally attentive, down to earth, kind and an absolute go getter. I am certain that I could not have found my dream home without his help and willingness to make viewings on last minute notices. He took the time to answer all of my questions and explained the whole home buying process to me in a manner which empowered me with the knowledge I needed to make well informed decisions. Thank you so much for your time, energy and all that you did for me during this home hunting/buying process!!" - Christina
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"Ben Ellefson is absolutely the best in the biz! We have worked with Ben on multiple transactions over many years and have referred him to our family and friends who have also enjoyed working with him. He’s knowledgeable, patient, responsive, energetic and very passionate. Ben always goes above and beyond and exceeds our expectations every time we work with him. Ben’s worked through several difficult and tricky transactions with us and always figures out a solution to get the deal done. His negotiating skills have helped us secure the best pricing on each deal. We use Ben exclusively and absolutely recommend him. He’s a fantastic person and an excellent agent!" - Tanya
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"My partner Lynne and I have been friends with Ben Ellefson for about a year prior to starting our home search. In all honesty, we were looking at a few realtors and ultimately decided to go with Ben. From the start we just knew that he 'got' us, understood what we were looking for, and would help us learn along the way. Besides doing ALL of that, Ben was absolutely spectacular to work with. Ben not only worked us through the process, but he also encouraged us when we felt like we wouldn't find the right fit, calmed us when we were anxious, and finally, celebrated with us when we found the one.
We couldn't be more thankful for the guidance Ben provided, but also for his true knowledge of the market. His intuition and know-how and invaluable -- especially with first-time buyers! His energy never let up, he was accessible at all times and his team never had us worried about a deadline at any point in the process. It is clear that Ben truly cares about his clients and their experience and is passionate about the work he does. We really can't say enough about how Ben and his team worked with us through this process we were told would be 'a nightmare'. Thank you Ben and the PorchLight team for making our home experience a pleasurable one." - Greg
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"As a lender, I have the opportunity to work with many realtors, but Ben Ellefson stands out as the absolute best in Colorado. His dedication to his clients, deep knowledge of the Denver market, and sharp negotiation skills make him an invaluable partner in the home-buying process.
I recently entrusted Ben with a close personal friend of 15 years on a purchase over $1.125 million, and he exceeded every expectation. His communication, promptness, and reliability both with me as a lender and with my clients are truly exceptional. He has a unique ability to keep all parties informed and engaged, making for a smooth and stress-free transaction.
Beyond Ben’s incredible talents, his entire team at PorchLight, including his transaction coordinator Crystal and mentee Mitch, have been fantastic to work with. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and dedication to making every deal seamless are unmatched. Working with them has been a true pleasure, and I know that any client I refer to Ben and his team is in the best hands.
Ben is not just a phenomenal realtor he’s a trusted friend, mentor, and a devoted family man. I am proud to call him one of my top referral partners, and I will continue to send him business, knowing my clients will receive the best service possible. If you’re looking for an experienced, reliable, and dedicated realtor in Colorado, Ben Ellefson is the one to call!" - Chris S., Lender Partner