Stacy Weinstein - Real Estate

Did you know that 19% of all homebuyers consider their pets' needs when choosing a neighborhood? Here’s what pet-loving buyers often prioritize during the buying process:

✅ Spacious lots and acreage
✅ Walkability
✅ Parks and recreation areas

There's no denying it—our furry friends bring warmth and love into our homes. If you're planning to buy a home that caters to you and your pet's needs, let's connect and find that puuurfect space for you both! 🐾

Check out your monthly market stats from the Denver Metro area. If you'd like to learn more about your specific neighborhood, shoot me a message!

Does your monthly energy bill seem high to you? Here are some tips that might help:

💡 Consider time-of-use rates.
Learn about your utility's time-of-use rates, which vary depending on the time of day. Strategically plan your energy use to save money. You can find these rates on your energy bill or the utility's website.

💡 Leverage smart home plugs and thermostats.
Combat standby power consumption (up to 10% of your energy use) with smart switches for appliances and programmable thermostats. Schedule when they turn on and off efficiently.

💡 Adjust the water heater temperature.
The U.S. Department of Energy says lowering your water heater temperature by 20 degrees can save 4% - 22% annually.

💡 Efficient water heating.
Water heating is the second-largest home expense, averaging $400 - $600 yearly. Consider a $150 water heater smart controller to heat water only when needed (potentially saving 10% - 30%) and insulate your water heater to cut heat loss (saving 7% - 16%).

💡 Monitor specific energy usage.
Make sense of rising bills by tracking energy usage and setting custom alerts. Knowing where your energy goes is the first step to making meaningful changes.

Bookmark this post for your next bill cycle, and feel free to reach out for more energy-saving insights!

You know that feeling when you're getting ready to list your home and start getting overwhelmed about all the little updates you think you *must* do before putting it on the market?

Let me share some good news – some things don't necessarily need updating! It all depends on your home.

I recently worked with a client who assumed her kitchen needed a mid-range renovation before selling. After evaluating their home, we realized that it wasn't crucial to update the kitchen. The home had tons of character and charm, and prospective buyers would likely see the potential and even appreciate the opportunity to customize.

In situations like these, it's essential to lean on the expertise of your real estate agent. I’m here to assess the market, the neighborhood, and the current demand to help you determine what's critical to attract buyers and what's not so important.

From my experience, it varies from house to house, but I always work to ensure your home is shown in its best light while staying within a reasonable budget.

What questions do you have about prepping your home for sale, or what updates you've thought were essential?

Leave a comment or message me, and let's connect to find out what's best for your home!

It’s hard to believe this little guy was discarded like trash. One of the smartest boys I know. Traxx is just about ready for his new home. To apply for this fella go to www.eapl.com