Category: The 411 On All Things Real Estate
Why Zillow Gets Wyoming Home Values Wrong — And What to Use
Zillow gives every Wyoming homeowner a number. The problem is that Wyoming is a non-disclosure state — which means Zillow is working with incomplete data and the number is often significantly off. Here is exactly why, and what to do instead. Read More
Real Estate Appraisals in Wyoming: What Every Buyer Must Know
The appraisal is one of the most misunderstood steps in the home buying process — and in Wyoming specifically, it has some nuances that can trip buyers and sellers up. Here is a complete explanation from someone who has navigated hundreds of them in the Gillette market. Read More
Short Sale in Real Estate: What Wyoming Buyers and Sellers Know
Short sales come up in buyer and seller conversations more often than people expect. They are misunderstood, frequently romanticized as deals, and genuinely complex to navigate. Here is what a short sale actually is and what you need to know before pursuing one in Wyoming. Read More
Jobs in Gillette Wyoming: What the Economy Means for Housing
6,600 people a month search "jobs in Gillette Wyoming." A lot of them are also wondering what housing looks like when they get here. Here is the honest answer — what the job market is, what it means for housing, and how to land in Gillette well if you are relocating for work. Read More
Crook County Wyoming Real Estate: Sundance, Hulett & Beyond
Crook County is one of Wyoming's best-kept real estate secrets. Near Sundance, within sight of Devil's Tower, and bordered by the Black Hills — this is land people vacation near and dream about owning. Here is what the market looks like and what buyers need to understand before they look. Read More
Capital Gains Tax on Wyoming Real Estate: What to Know
You have built equity in your Gillette home. Now you are thinking about selling — and someone mentioned capital gains tax. Here is a clear, plain-English explanation of how it works, what Wyoming sellers can typically expect, and when it is worth getting professional advice. Read More
Renting vs. Buying in Gillette Wyoming: What Makes Sense Now
Renting feels safe. But in a market like Gillette — with rental costs rising and home values holding strong — the math on buying deserves a serious look. Here is how I walk clients through this decision and what the numbers actually say right now. Read More
Wyoming Home Insurance: What Buyers in Gillette Must Know
Most buyers think about the mortgage. Almost nobody thinks carefully about home insurance until they are already in contract — and then it becomes a problem. Here is what you need to know about home insurance in Wyoming before you start looking. Read More
What Does “Pending” Mean in Real Estate? A Wyoming Guide
Pending, under contract, contingent — these three words describe three very different situations, and confusing them costs buyers real opportunities. Here is exactly what pending means and how to use that knowledge in the Gillette market right now. Read More
What Does “Under Contract” Mean in Real Estate? Gillette
You found a home you loved and it just went "under contract." Is it gone? What exactly is happening — and what should you do next? Here is a clear, complete answer from someone who manages dozens of these every month in the Gillette market. Read More