Start the New Year off right...if you've been thinking of either buying a home or moving up to a larger property now is the time!  There are many reasons that you should consider the move in 2016.

Follow the link to learn why 2016 is the year to move.

http://money.cnn.com/2015/12/04/real_estate/2016-real-estate/index.html?iid=SF_LN

Are you a homebuying genius? - CNNMoney

 

 

Go ahead and take the quiz...

 

 

Are you a homebuying genius? - CNNMoney

If You Build It They Will Come....

If you haven't had an opportunity to see the amazing facility in Gillette, Wy.  I encourage you to  take a look.

The time has come for Cody to move forward with it's own Events Center.


Gillette Events Center

Tips For The Prospective Landlord

With interest rates continuing to remain low more and more investors are looking towards real estate.  If you're interested in learning the benefits of owning rental property open the link below.

 

 

 

Tips For The Prospective Landlord

 

 

 

Fifteen Fun Real Estate Facts | Your Home For Sale

There are things to learn here that even I didn't know!  And I've been doing this since 1980 full time.  Yikes!!!

 

 

Several facts relate to the advantages of owning...that's a given.  Most of the wealthiest people in our country are real estate investors.

 

 

Fifteen Fun Real Estate Facts | Your Home For Sale

5 Real Estate Apps That Will Sell Your HouseThe AgentHarvest Blog

So I don't have a lot of apps on my phone.  The ones I installed are ones that I use frequently.  After checking out the 5 Apps recommended here...I'm installing 2.  Why not be just a little bit ahead of the curve?

 

 

5 Real Estate Apps That Will Sell Your HouseThe AgentHarvest Blog

50 Wyoming Facts They Never Taught You In School - Movoto

I personally love living in Wyoming.  OK, I'll occasionally whine a little bit at this time of year but wouldn't want to call anywhere else "home".  Learn more about our great state...

 

 

 

50 Wyoming Facts They Never Taught You In School - Movoto

The Only Way To Live In NYC

So one of my favorite actresses is Sarah Jessica Parker, for many reasons.  I love her sense of style and willingness to wear some very unorthodox fashions.  If you saw what she wore on her head when she married "Big" then you know what I mean.

 

Her chic fashion style has carried over into her home in NYC.

 

 

Check out the pictures, I want this house!

 

 

SJP's Spectacular NYC Townhouse Is Back On The Market

How to Maximize Your Selling Potential During Winter | Real Estate | HGTV Canada

Having been a licensed Realtor for many years I've had the pleasure of putting contracts together on every major holiday.  Although there are fewer buyers in the market in the Winter months, the ones that are out looking at property are motivated.

 

 

Here's some great advice for preparing for showings in the winter...

 

 

 



How to Maximize Your Selling Potential During Winter | Real Estate | HGTV Canada

24 Things You Can Do In 10 Minutes or Less To Make Your House More Saleable

 

 

 

It's the little things that make a big difference when you are trying to sell your home.  With technology today, pictures of your home are most likely found everywhere on the internet.  With that in mind, following this simple advice will help your home show it's best.

 

 

24 Things You Can Do In 10 Minutes or Less To Make Your House More Saleable

 

 

 

Home Rate of Return Calculator: Was my home a good investment? - CNNMoney

I'm pretty sure I've posted this calculator before.  It's a simple tool that shows you how your home and other real estate investments compares to the stock market.  I'm personally way ahead of the game because I own my home.

 

 

 

Home Rate of Return Calculator: Was my home a good investment? - CNNMoney

Home Rate of Return Calculator: Was my home a good investment? - CNNMoney

I'm pretty sure I've posted this calculator before.  It's a simple tool that shows you how your home and other real estate investments compares to the stock market.  I'm personally way ahead of the game because I own my home.

 

 

 

Home Rate of Return Calculator: Was my home a good investment? - CNNMoney

Could Fall Be The Right Time To Sell Your Home?

There are always home buyers in the marketplace.  Granted there are more in the warmer, summer months when school is out, however homes sale in every season.  If you are considering a move and don't want to wait until Spring, follow the link for tips on selling your home in the Fall.



http://www.maxrealestateexposure.com/tips-to-sell-your-home-in-the-fall/

11 amazing real estate facts to entertain your brain | Inman News

Are you interested in real estate?  Simple facts that are simply interesting.

 

amazing real estate facts to entertain your brain | Inman News

Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick Selling in Greenwich Village | Zillow Blog

This is why I love real estate.  Everyone has their own sense of taste and style.  This home is definitely something I can relate to and will probably copy some of their ideas.

 

 

 

Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick Selling in Greenwich Village | Zillow Blog

Home Rate Of Return Calculator

So I was checking out market data and real estate information on CNN Money and ran across this easy to use calculator.  It provides a rate of return based on how long you have owned your home.



It's not an exact science but it gives you an idea of how much your home has gone up in value.



Use the link below.

 



 

 

Home Rate of Return Calculator: Was my home a good investment? - CNNMoney

Home Improvements...That Last!

 

 

For many of us,  we want to make improvements but we want them to be affordable and we want them to last.  This link describes several of the newest products that will provide a new look with little to no maintenance.

 

 

7 Home Upgrades That Can Save Money in the Future

Make Gardening More Fun...

At this time of the year I find myself in the yard for several hours every weekend.  I love to grow plants and flowers but also want to spend time with Willa.  These tips from HGTV are actually very useful.  If you are a gardener too you will definitely use some of these.

 

 

14 Simple Gardening Tips and Tricks : Outdoors : Home & Garden Television

 

 

 

12 most popular home plans - MSN Real Estate

These homes all have one thing in common, a spacious, covered front porch.  Or you can call it a Veranda if you live in the South.  Who would not want a special place to watch the sun set in the evening? 

  Building my own home is something I have always wanted to do.  It doesn't have to be out of your budget but many people get caught up in the "extra's".  Most improvements can be done later.

 

Take a look at some of these really cool homes....

 

 

12 most popular home plans - MSN Real Estate

 

 

 

Great Visual Appeal In This Storage Project...

HGTV is one of my favorites.  I personally love  House Hunters and Love It or List It.  So many great ideas and this link will share a great DIY project that almost everyone can use.  More storage!

 

 

 

Pine and Plumbing Supply Shelving System : Decorating : Home & Garden Television