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You know you're an adult when you have a favorite stovetop burner. Whether it's the one that always gets the perfect sear on your steak or the one that heats up your soup just right, having a go-to burner makes cooking (and cleaning) a breeze. So if you find yourself getting attached to one of your stovetop's burners, don't be ashamed – you're just a grown-up with good taste.

🏡 Do referrals count as a love language? Asking for a friend... 💌💼 When you refer your friends and family to their dream homes, it's a love story in the making! Spread the real estate love today.

Dreaming of a place to call your own? Now is the time to make it happen! Whether it is a cozy cottage, a modern condo, or a spacious family home, it is time to turn those dreams into reality. Your perfect home is out there, and we are here to help you find it. Ready to start your journey?

Feeling unsure about taking the plunge into homeownership? Let us reframe that! Here are some reasons why the present is always the best time to invest in real estate: 1️⃣ Build Equity: Instead of paying rent, start building equity in your own property. 2️⃣ Stable Investment: Real estate is one of the most reliable long-term investments. 3️⃣ Personalized Space: Create a home that truly reflects your style and needs. 4️⃣ Tax Benefits: Enjoy potential tax deductions on mortgage interest and property taxes. 5️⃣ Appreciation: Property values tend to increase over time, growing your investment. Remember, there is no perfect time to buy a home—it is about finding the right time for you. Ready to explore your options?

Beyond The Clear To Close
Your real estate journey doesn't end on closing day, and neither does our commitment to you. Here for you every step of the way, long after the ink has dried on the contract. Here is how we continue to support you: 1️⃣ Post-Closing Support: Need help with moving tips, home improvements, or finding reliable contractors? Do not hesitate to reach out. 2️⃣ Market Updates: Stay informed about the local market trends, property values, and opportunities for refinancing or investing. 3️⃣ Homeowner Resources: From maintenance advice to neighborhood events, we provide valuable resources to make your homeownership experience smooth and enjoyable. Dedicated to being your lifelong real estate partner, ensuring your home remains a place of comfort, investment, and joy. Ready for a real estate journey that goes beyond the transaction? Let us stay connected!

💡 Top Tip for Savvy Buyers: Get Pre-Approved! 💡 🏠🔍 Why Pre-Approval Matters: 1️⃣ Know Your Budget: Understand exactly how much home you can afford and avoid falling in love with homes outside your price range. 2️⃣ Stronger Offers: A pre-approval shows sellers you are serious and financially ready, making your offer more attractive in a competitive market. 3️⃣ Faster Closing: With financials already in order, the closing process becomes quicker and smoother, getting you into your new home faster. 4️⃣ Interest Rates: Lock in an interest rate early and protect yourself against rate hikes while you search. 5️⃣ Negotiation Power: Pre-approval can give you leverage during negotiations, potentially saving you money. Ready to take the first step toward homeownership? Contact us to get pre-approved and start your home search with confidence! 🏡💼

In real estate and in life, opening doors can lead to incredible opportunities and new beginnings. Here is why you shouldn’t underestimate their power: 1️⃣ New Opportunities: Every door you open in real estate can lead to your dream home, investment opportunities, or a fresh start in a new neighborhood. 2️⃣ Building Connections: Opening doors in life means building relationships, growing your network, and creating lasting memories in your new home. 3️⃣ Embracing Change: Do not be afraid to step through new doors and embrace change. It can bring growth, happiness, and fulfillment. Whether you are buying, selling, or just exploring it is important to keep an open mind. Ready to take the next step?

Investors: Instead of buying an Airbnb, consider an alternative that brings greater stability and less wear & tear.

2023 saw a 94% rise in mid-term rental (MTRs) bookings of 30 days or more. Plus, they maintained a solid occupancy rate of 51%.

Unlike the unpredictable rates of short-term and traditional rentals, MTRs are booming, offering investors a more stable option with less hassle in 2024.

They’re even more lucrative for folks with homes near colleges, military bases, hospitals, and big corporations, where mid-term housing is in high demand.

Why mid-term rentals are dominating:

1) Consistent Revenue: MTRs consistently eclipse traditional long-term leases in earnings.

2) High Demand: There’s an urgent need for flexible housing options amidst low inventory.

3) Lower Maintenance: With fewer turnovers than Airbnb and less wear than long-term stays, MTRs manage a higher ROI with fewer headaches.

Want to talk more about leveraging this investment strategy?
Send me a message!

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Cheyenne Frontier Days 2024 is here! Check out the schedule of events and get ready for a week of rodeo, concerts, parades, and more. See you there!
Full schedule available here https://cfdrodeo.com/events-schedule/

Excited for the start of Cheyenne Frontier Days 2024! Can't wait for an epic night of rodeo action and country music. Which night are you most looking forward to?

🏡✨ How to Get Everything You Want Out of Your Real Estate Experience! ✨🏡 Dreaming of the perfect home or the ideal sale? It’s all possible with the right approach!

Here’s how to make your real estate journey everything you’ve ever wanted: 🔑 Key Tips for Buyers: 1️⃣ Define Your Must-Haves: Know what’s non-negotiable. 2️⃣ Explore Smartly: Use expert insights to find hidden gems. 3️⃣ Negotiate with Confidence: Secure the best deal with skilled negotiation. 🏠

Essential Tips for Sellers: 1️⃣ Stage to Impress: Highlight your home’s best features. 2️⃣ Market Strategically: Reach the right buyers with targeted marketing. 3️⃣ Price it Right: Get top dollar by setting the perfect price.

Your dream home or successful sale is within reach! Let’s turn your real estate goals into reality. Ready to get started? Connect with me today and make your experience extraordinary! 🌟

Being a first time home buyer can be stressful and it may seem like there is a neverending list of questions. I am here to help. Schedule a time to chat with me and let me help ease all the worries. http://calendly.com/Codysellswyo

Curious about the Buy Now, Refinance Later strategy? Let's break it down! 🏠💰
Buy Now: Secure your dream home with a purchase, taking advantage of current market conditions and interest rates.
Refinance Later: After settling into your new home, you can explore refinancing options to potentially lower your interest rate, reduce monthly payments, or tap into home equity.
🔍 Key Points: Timing is Key: Act when market conditions favor buying.
Flexibility: Allows for adjustments as your financial situation evolves.
Consultation is Key: Work with a trusted mortgage advisor to craft a strategy that suits your needs.
Ready to explore this strategy further? Reach out to discuss your options today!

What really impacts your home's value?

The buyer's ability to move in and start living from day one.

Knowing that, this is the advice I give my sellers that usually comes as a relief.

No need to do any time-consuming updates... instead focus on these quick fixes.

1) Add a fresh coat of neutral paint.
2) Spruce curb appeal by weeding, adding fresh mulch trimming bushes and cleaning the entry.
3) Professional carpet cleaning to remove odors. Replace if needed.

Work with your agent to decipher what will bring the buyers ease, comfort and convenience. In most cases, that’s the key to a quick sale.

Hot Take: Home upgrades before selling can be completely unnecessary.

Here's why: Not all upgrades are created equal.

For example: Sellers refacing their cabinets. While this update will look great, the expense of the project is likely not necessary for the sale.

The truth is some changes won't significantly alter buyer interest or selling price, especially if they don't align with a buyer’s taste or preferences.

So, before you rent the sander or swing the hammer, work with your agent to strategize on the best investments to maximize your home's value.

Do you agree or disagree? Share your perspective below.

Feeling like your starter home has become your forever spot?

Time flies, and sometimes, what was meant to be temporary sticks around longer than expected. But staying put doesn't have to mean settling.

Bring back the love for your home with these tweaks:

- Splurge on a new piece of furniture, area rug, or art.
- Schedule a landscaping consult to bring a fresh take to the front yard or back patio. Yardzen has highly rated virtual consults.
- Build a she-shed or man cave. The world of stylish, prefabricated structures is here.
- Get creative with storage. Think built-in bookshelves, under bed storage, or reworking closet space.
- Update light fixtures and hardware on doors and cabinets throughout the house
- Do an interior design consult for a fraction of the cost on platforms like Havenly.

Here’s one more thing I’d say: Sometimes, “trying on” a move to a new home can help reinforce your decision to stay put.

And if instead you're ready to see what upsizing looks like, send me a message. I'm always here to be a resource.

🎉LIVE HERE, GIVE HERE🎉

Today is the 5th annual Day and Wyoming's Statehood Day! Donate to any of the 380 participating organizations at www.wyogives.org and learn all about the wonderful organizations you can help with a donation.

WyoGives is an initiative of the Wyoming Nonprofit Network and is a powerful statewide 24-hour online fundraising event designed to bring the state together as one community to raise funds and awareness for Wyoming's nonprofits.

Donations will be taken anytime during the 24-hour period today through the website.

POV: You're a home buyer that gets pre-approved for \*the magic number\* from your mortgage lender.

Don't come for me on this one but... Just because the lender gives you the green light on a certain dollar amount \*doesn't mean\* you should stretch your housing budget to the max.

Before you sign, think about your life BEYOND the loan. Things like lifestyle preferences, discretionary habits, vacation expenses, childcare needs, etc.

Let's make sure your next home fits comfortably within your current lifestyle.

DM me to grab my simple Home Budget Tracker that factors in current spending with a recommended housing budget.

What I'd tell myself if I was on the house hunt right now...
What matters most:
✓ Structural integrity: I'd look for a home with a sound foundation, roof, and well sealed exterior
✓ System ages: I’d find out the age and maintenance needs of systems like HVAC, roofing, and plumbing.
✓ Neighborhood fit: Finding the right area will shape my daily life. I'd want a good blend of ambiance and practicality.
✓ Commute times: The toil of long commutes wears on you (financially, physically & mentally). Location and proximity to work would be front and center.
✓ Functional layout: I’d look for a floor plan that complements my lifestyle, knowing that in some cases we can make modifications.
✓ Growth Potential: A home that can adapt to life - I'd be looking at extra rooms or flexible spaces for kids or guests.
What matters less:
✓ Current decor: Wallpaper and paint colors are easily changed. I’d look past what’s superficial.
✓ Furnished vs. unfurnished: Furniture arrangements and styling are personal choices that I can make later.
✓ Landscaping: While curb appeal is nice, it’s the lot, not its current state, that matters more.
✓ Light fixtures & hardware: These
are simple, relatively inexpensive changes that won't deter me from the right home.
✓ Appliances: While shiny and new might be appealing, appliances are replaceable and don't make or break a home’s value for me.
What's on your 'matters most' list? Share your dealbreakers below.

POV: You win the bidding war without offering the highest price
This is what sellers are also on the hunt for in an offer...

Time
The ability to close quickly, say within 2 weeks, can give you a leg up against other offers.
This involves securing a lender who can underwrite you in advance, showing the sellers you’re committed.

Terms
From escalation clauses and appraisal gap coverage to proposing an “as-is” purchase, there are a few terms that the seller will find enticing.
This is why your agent should always reach out to the seller’s agent to understand their clients motivations.

Price
Don’t get me wrong, the offer price you submit will need to be in the ballpark of other offers.

Your agent should run comps and review market conditions before submitting your offer to ensure you’re as close as possible.
Have questions about writing a strong offer? Schedule some time with me here!
http://calendly.com/Codysellswyo

🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸

Today, we celebrate the spirit of independence, freedom, and unity that makes our country great. Enjoy the fireworks and festivities with your loved ones!

Have you ever dreamt of a home that adjusts to your needs, makes your life more convenient, and even helps you save money? Check out the smart home upgrades that make life easier and far more convenient.

🗣 Voice-Activated Devices
These hands-free devices can control the temperature, dim the lights, play music, and more. With voice-activated smart-gadgets, you can transform your home into a responsive space complete with your very own virtual butler.
💡 Smart Bulbs
Set the scene straight with the tap of your smartphone. Smart Bulbs let you adjust the brightness, change the colors, or even create a schedule where they turn on and off automatically.
🔆 Energy-Efficient Thermostats
This smart device is the ultimate money-saving hack. Energy-Efficient Thermostats learn your habits and adjust the temperature based on your preferences, helping protect the environment and protect you from a sky high energy bill.
🔐 Smart Locks and Doorbells
Safety first! These Smart locks and doorbells enhance your security, showing you who’s at the door and locking or unlocking your doors remotely. Whether you have a kiddo who’s always forgetting his keys or want to get notifications when your package arrives, these smart home upgrades are a lifesaver.
🤖 Robot Vacuums
Robot vacuums will clean your home for you, basically the dream! These smart accessories effortlessly clean and navigate the floors. Plus, it can be set on a schedule so you can come home from work to a clean space.

Remember to save this post for later, and share it with friends and family considering a smart upgrade for their homes.