Casey Levrich - Property Shoppe Realty

If I was buying a home, here's one thing I'd look for that might surprise you

How close is it to a Starbucks?

Y'all know I love some Mango Dragonfruit Lemonade Refreshers, but hear me out.

Did you know that before Starbucks opens a new location, they spend thousands and thousands of dollars on market research?

They look at things like current population, average income, AND growth potential in an area.

They want to know that, not only will their store do well in the beginning, but that it will continue to pay off year after year.

In other words, they look for communities that are growing and thriving.

Which is exactly what I want when it comes to buying real estate ✨

I want to buy knowing that the community I’m in will most likely continue to thrive and increase in value.

So see, I'm not *just* mindlessly following Starbucks around...I'm *intentionally* looking for a wise financial investment, too! ☕️ ❤️

Ok, how close is the nearest Starbucks to you?

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Virtual Tour & Additional Info: https://tinyurl.com/2v3jfmhn

MLS #1584779
Property Shoppe Realty

The only thing you should be wingin' is your eyeliner. And even that is going out of style. 😅

The worst way to buy or sell a house right now is to simply wing it.

The market isn't nearly as forgiving as your makeup routine, and there is way too much at stake for you to make flippant decisions.

For the remainder of 2024, according to Fannie Mae, home prices are expected to climb, but at a slower pace. PLUS they're predicting mortgage rates will *slightly* dip, which could increase the number of buyers and homes for sale.

Even these minor changes require expert strategy and professionalism. The key is starting early and preparing yourself (and your home) for the market!

Bottom line: when it comes to buying or selling this year, don't wing it. Reach out to a professional (like me!) and step into the market prepared and confident.

Trust me, you’ll wanna trade your dream home for this by the end of this caption.

When you write down your list of must haves and hope to haves for your dream home, it’s probably lengthy, pricey, and full of things you’ll eventually have to cut for the sake of time, money, and possibility.

And if you talk to most homeowners who have purchased or built their dream home, within a year they’ll probably tell you a few things they would change about it.

In other words, a dream home is more of a fever dream…it’s not reality.

So what if we stopped looking for our dream home and started looking for a home that you *almost* love?

My clients do this all the time! They look at each home as a stepping stone to where they want to go!

The key is to not overthink each decision. If the home they currently own is no longer serving them, we look for a home that better suits their needs with a high likelihood of increasing in value.

Bottom line: most people don’t go from a house they hate to their dream home in the matter of one transaction. Let’s normalize taking baby steps and years to get there.

And remember, I’m here to help you every baby step of the way 💁🏼‍♀️

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Relax or entertain on the large composite deck, ideal for wildlife watching or hosting gatherings. 🌲 Inside, indulge in the comforts of a functional sauna and extensive entertaining spaces. The master suite offers direct deck access, expanding your living area into the great outdoors. 🛏️

Perfectly positioned within walking distance to schools, the public library, and city pool, and just a quick drive from Hwy 29, this home is a haven for those seeking a balance of community and private retreat. 📚🏊‍♀️ Ready to make your dream home a reality in Thorp, WI? Schedule a showing today!

Virtual Tour & Additional Info: https://tinyurl.com/2v3jfmhn

Showings start: Monday, August 19th

MLS #1584779
Property Shoppe Realty

As if you need ONE more thing added to your calendar this month, right?

I know it's a busy time of year for all of us! But I also know there have been many changes in the real estate industry this year. And while the changes are positive, buyers can't afford to step into the market unprepared.

That's why I decided to open up 5 buyer consult spots in my calendar this month!

This is a no pressure, no contract kind of meeting. It's just a time for me to learn more about you and your home goals. And it's a time for you to get to know me to see if I'm someone you'd want to work with.

During the meeting, we'll talk about the kind of home you're looking for, the first steps in the home buying process, and I'll answer any questions you may have!

Comment BUYER below to snag a spot (whatever works best for your schedule!) I'm excited to get to know you and help you prepare so you can buy your first or next home with confidence!

Or schedule an appointment directly here: www.calendly.com/caseylevrich

Back to school, back to school, to give mom time to complete her homeowner checklist 📚

School may be starting but the fun doesn't have to end! Remember to carve time out in your day to still enjoy summer, whether it's going for a walk, watering your flowers, or going on an ice cream run after dinner!

Ok, here is your August Homeowner Checklist!

+ CLEAN AND STORE SUMMER ESSENTIALS
+ CLEAN BATHROOM VENT FAN
+ CLEAN REFRIGERATOR COILS
+ CLEAN CARPETS + FLOORS TO GET RID OF SAND / DIRT
+ ORGANIZE THE GARAGE AND ADD SHELVING
+ CLEAN THE GUTTERS
+ PREP CLOSETS FOR FALL WARDROBES
+ GET CHAIR COVERS AND OUTDOOR STORAGE READY
+ CHOP WOOD FOR FALL BONFIRES
+ CLEAN OUT THE SUMMER SHOE SHELF
+ RUN SPRINKLERS TO KEEP THE YARD GREEN
+ CHECK EMERGENCY KITS - REFILL FIRST AID SUPPLIES
+ SHOP FOR BACK TO SCHOOL SUPPLIES

Don't forget! I have the entire 12 month checklist available for you to print and keep on your refrigerator for easy reference! Comment CHECKLIST below for your free copy!

Gratitude alert! 🌟 A huge thank you to my wonderful clients for sharing such heartfelt feedback. 💬🏡

Confession: I love snacks & so do the boys. My youngest is rarely seen without a snack in hand.

When we hit the pool, it is no different.

Sure, I need my SPF and towel and a book, but what's an afternoon sitting by the pool if I don't have girl snacks to munch on?

My must haves include:

1. DOTS Pretzels. I can never decide if I like the original or southwest seasoned best, so for good measure, I'm sure to bring both.

2. Cheesesticks and berries for the kids. The kids love these and sometimes I do too!

3. A Summer Shandy - cause every pool day calls for a cold beer!

4. This one may be weird, but I love a little salty snack and my oldest son does too! We love olives (especially green) and pickles as an cool down snack.

5. We most often make our own sandwiches with Hawaiian rolls, turkey, salami, and cheese. But if we are feeling lazy, we may grab Jimmy Johns. Either way, a sandwich is light but filling, perfect for a long day at the pool.

What about you? What are your must-haves at the pool?

If I was the real estate agent for you, I wouldn't tell you, but there would be signs (swipe to see!)⁠
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One thing I came to terms with long ago in my real estate business? Even Taylor Swift isn't for everybody, so I'm not offended if I'm not the agent for you!⁠
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Truth is, I'm not a robot, I'm a HUMAN who also sells real estate. And I want to get to know you and have fun throughout the process!⁠
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In this market where the right house for you can pop up out of nowhere and houses can sell in 2 hours or take 2 months, it's CRUCIAL to know who your agent is so you know who to call when the time is right!⁠
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I'd love to be your "someday" agent, and if you're still not sure? I'd love to grab coffee and answer any questions you may have! It's a no pressure, no contract kind of meeting! Just to chat and see if we click (even if you're not buying or selling for another year or two!)⁠
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Psssst…You don’t have to spend a lot on a vacation when you love where you live 😉

I’ve done this, too. I’ve booked an Airbnb, traveled 10+ hours, and stayed in a new town for a week all in the name of relaxing.

And sure, it’s fun…but ironically, it’s a LOT of work!

After one trip in particular, I came home and had a total lightbulb moment. 💡

When I thought about everything I loved about my time away, I realized how easy it would be to recreate those same experiences in my own home and in my own town.

The coziness and charm of the rental, the cute glasses we drank from and plates we used, the corner cabinet of games and even the places we chose to visit in town…if I’m intentional, I can recreate some of the very things I loved and never spend another dime on an Airbnb.



Swipe to see a list of ways I’m bringing vacay vibes to my own home and how you can too! ☀️

If you ever needed proof not all agents are just trying to make a sale, this is it 🔥

Homeownership is my favorite way to build long term wealth, BUT it's not for everybody all the time!

There have been times I've met with potential buyers and, after hearing where they're at in life and what their goals are, I've actually told them I don't think now is the best time for them to invest in real estate.

Because I'm not here to make a quick sale. I'm here to be your agent for life.

Swipe to see reasons I tell clients to wait to buy a home, and DM me if you'd like to get my best, honest professional advice on your own situation, too!

This is why you want to have a realtor before you're even ready to move (most people do this in the wrong order!)

Picture this: you're sitting on the couch with a a bottle of Summer Shandy and you turn on Bridgerton to relax after a long day when the house you’ve been looking for shows up in your inbox and you freak out because you know it's everything you've been looking for!

Now tell me, what would you prefer your next move be?

Would you rather start frantically making a list of everything you need to do before you move (declutter, pack, fix the front steps, get pre approved, find a lender, find an agent, have a mini breakdown because it all seems like too much?)

OR...

Would you rather text your agent and say, "hey, can we see this house tomorrow?"

I don't know about you, but I'm feeling option 2 🎵

Doing the work upfront really pays off (and the best part is, it's not even hard work!)

It's seriously easy. All you have to do is...

1. DM me for your own free customized home search. I'll be your agent whose sole purpose is to look out for your best interest throughout the entire transaction!

2. Talk with a lender about your budget (I can help you find one!) This will help you know exactly how much you need to save and what price range you can look at!

3. Tackle your to-do list at your own pace so that you're ready to go when the right house hits the market!

Bottom line: choosing your agent long before you're ready to move will save you time, stress, and maybe even a mini meltdown or two! Reach out today if I'm the agent for you and I can get you all set up so that, whenever you're ready, you can easily take the next step!

See what's inside the unofficial "Sell Your Home Fast" Kit (TM?)👀

Sometimes you don't get the luxury of having several months to prepare for a move. Sometimes you get no more than a week or two, maybe less.

But even in a time crunch, there's no room to cut corners. Instead, you have to work smarter (not harder) and tackle only what's most important.

Swipe to see the advice I give my clients who want to sell their home fast ➡️

There are two hills I'd die on.

One, McDonald's Diet Coke is superior.

And ✌️, every room needs a PLANT 🪴🪴

It doesn't matter what style of home you have. Simply adding a plant adds so much coziness and life to a space.

Ok, now that I got that off my chest, tell me, do you agree with me!? If not, why are you wrong? 😉 😉

Picture this: You *finally* build up the nerve to contact your lender so you can move into the house you want (and you realize it wasn’t so bad). BUT your lender tells you that you have to sell your home before you buy a new one. 🤯

There goes all your plans for just moving out and deep cleaning one time before listing your old home 🫠

But what if I told you there was a way to make it a lot less stressful?

What’s my secret?

It’s me, hi! (Alexa, play Anti Hero) 🎧

But seriously, when you have ONE AGENT handling both the sale of your home AND the purchase of your new home, everything becomes easier for you!

Think of me as your one stop shop. When I help you both buy and sell, you don’t have to worry about coordinating schedules and relaying information from one agent to the next. You have someone who knows every detail of both sales, so I’ll know how to best advocate for you!

In other words, your workload is cut in half!

Is this you? 👀

Most people may assume I login to this app each day just to try to sell houses, but the truth is I just love connecting with people in our community!

If your idea of a perfect day includes *drinking Starbucks* while *eating greasy pizza* and *scrolling Pinterest*, we should be friends!

Raise your hand below if that's you and tag a friend you'd love to have a girls day like this!

Are we design twins or did I ruffle any feathers with my answers?

This past weekend, after months of searching and a couple rejected offers, I can finally say congratulations to my buyers on getting this beautiful Lake Hallie home under contract! 🎉

These amazing women are some of my absolute favorites! Several years ago I started a book club and only 2 women showed up. Since then we have grown (several regular attendees missing from this photo)!

Our get togethers are one of my favorite days of the month!

Summer days drifting away to uh, oh those summer home maintenance tasks! 🎶



Speaking of Homeowner Checklist, here is this month's list!

💡 CLEAN EXTERIOR LIGHTS

🧺 LIGHTEN UP LINENS - OPT FOR CRISP WHITE

⛱️ ADD SHADE TO THE YARD - PERGOLA / UMBRELLA

🚨 UPGRADE HOME SECURITY FOR SUMMER TRAVEL

🪟 CHECK WINDOW SCREENS FOR HOLES

🌶️ GRILL HOMEGROWN VEGETABLES

🔥 HAVE A BONFIRE AND ROAST MARSHMALLOWS

🛋️ BUY SLIPCOVERS FOR PATIO FURNITURE

🪑 REFURBISH A PIECE OF FURNITURE

🍿 HAVE AN OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHT (Think summer vibes like Grease or The Parent Trap)

💦 STAY ON TOP OF POOL MAINTENANCE

🥒 MAKE A RECIPE WITH VEGGIES FROM THE GARDEN

Remember, you can get the entire 12 Month Checklist for free! Just comment CHECKLIST below!

If you ever needed a permission slip to stop making your house perfect, this is it 📝

Have you ever thought about the fact that the imperfections of your current home and the non Pinterest worthy moments in your life now will one day be considered sentimental and nostalgic for your kids? 🏡

The creek in the floorboards and the vintage tile in the bathroom can bring back memories that remind your kids of lazy mornings at home.

That one random half wall that you'd love to tear down, but it's the place your kids play "puppet show" and perform magic tricks in their pj's.

Even the hum of your old washer and dryer and the squeaky screen door can become so etched in your kid's brain that when they hear those sounds as adults, it takes them back to that place where you raised them and gave them all of you.

Striving after a perfect home all your life will only leave you tired and always wanting more. But learning to embrace the imperfections of your home, even if one day you'd like to do some updates, will give you the eyes to see how lucky you are to call your house your home ❤️

📣 OPEN HOUSE ALERT 📣

~ SUNDAY 11AM-1PM ~

420 320th Street Wilson, WI

🛌 4 bedrooms
🚽 3 bathrooms
🌳10 acres
📐 2910 sq ft
🚗 5 minutes off Hwy 94
✔️ New Furnace (December '22)
✔️ New Roof (November '23)
✔️ New septic pump & electrical upgrades to septic (December '23)

✨️ Sellers offering an $8,000 flooring credit - subfloors throughout the main level.

Property Shoppe Realty
MLS #1582645

Story time 📖

A little background on how I landed in real estate....

Let's be real. You probably know a lot of real estate agents.

Your friend, your cousin, your neighbor (on both sides!), plus the agent your coworker used she can't stop raving about.

You have to choose an agent, but it's so hard!

So who do you choose?

A quick Google search will give you a list of questions to ask an agent, but I think the best decisions are made when you ask YOURSELF the right questions.

Swipe to see a list of questions to ask yourself before committing to an agent.

Things I’m hooked on as a *34* year old Real Estate Agent ➡️

This is a capital d Doozy but let's dive in.

If you're like any of my friends, you see a For Sale sign on a house down the street, pull up the listing, and think to yourself, "Well if they can get THAT, then we can surely get THIS!" 😅

Homes in this market often come with a bit of sticker shock for those who haven't actively been looking at homes. But, because I'm a glass half full kind of girl, I like to think it's a good thing. Here's why ➡️

Spoiler: it’s not a brand new kitchen. 🙃

The one thing houses that sell for more money have in common: they are well maintained homes (sexy, right?) 🤭

Listen. I don't care if you have linoleum or marble flooring. Laminate or granite countertops. An oversized composite deck with a view or a small, concrete patio.

The one thing buyers are looking for in all of these scenarios is a home that has been well maintained and cared for.

Landscaping that has been weeded and freshly mulched. Pressure washed porches and siding and kitchens that are clean and free of signs of wear and tear.

This is why I created the 12 Month Homeowner Checklist (have you gotten your copy, yet? Comment CHECKLIST if you want yours!)

AND this is why I show up here and show you behind the scenes of homes my clients look at. It’s why I’m so passionate about my pre-listing checklist for my sellers.

Because showing your home has been loved and cared for speaks volumes to buyers and makes them much more likely to put in a competitive offer. It gives them the reassurance that the home they’re buying isn’t going to be a money pit but it’s going to be a place they can easily make their own. 🏡

The best part about this is that, if you as the homeowner take the time and energy to truly care for your home, not only will you make more money one day when it sells, but you’ll enjoy where you live all the more in the meantime.

Bottom line: if you’re going to invest hundreds of thousands of dollars into buying your home, spend a little time and money and elbow grease 💪🏼 on your home throughout the year. You and your future buyers will love ya for it. ❤️

Mark your calendars for all the great events this week happening all around Chippewa County!🥳 More to see on our website >> https://gochippewacounty.com/chippewa-county-events/