Venna Hillman - Realtor

09/04/2026

Late-summer listings can make small exterior misses feel bigger than they are.

- Trim dry growth, patch bare spots, and edge the walk.
- Check sprinkler coverage so brown bands and overspray do not show in photos.
- Wipe down the front door, lights, trim, and glass.
- Touch up faded paint on the door, railings, and exposed wood.
- Test exterior lights and swap mismatched bulbs.

If you want, I can help you decide which fixes are worth doing before you list.

09/04/2026

09/02/2026

South Fort Collins living with room to spread out and the foothills in view.

What stands out here is the 2.27-acre setting, a heated 1,728 SF barn, fenced outdoor space, and a comfortable home with west-facing views.

6605 S Shields St
5 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2,248 SF
Offered at $1,000,000

See more in the link in bio.

08/28/2026

What helps an appraiser really understand a custom home here?

Before you list, build a simple file with upgrade dates, invoices, permits, lot details, and any finished space paperwork. If the home does not fit the most obvious recent sales, context matters.

I see this most in Northern Colorado homes where views, basement finish, shop space, or builder upgrades are a real part of value.

If you're planning a sale, I can help you decide what belongs in that file before we price the home.

08/24/2026

When you're choosing builder upgrades, what actually pays you back later?

In Northern Colorado, the upgrades that tend to help at resale usually improve light, layout, storage, or daily function. The most expensive selections are not always the most valuable later.

With experience working on the builder side and pricing resale homes across Loveland and the Front Range, I see this all the time.

If you're weighing builder options now, I can help you sort resale value from personal preference.

08/21/2026

Think the metro tax only matters on day one?

In newer Northern Colorado neighborhoods, it can shape the monthly payment, the buyer pool, and what a future resale needs to overcome. The smarter comparison is total monthly cost against the age, location, and amenities you get.

I watch this closely when I price homes and help buyers compare newer communities across the Front Range.

If you want to talk through the tradeoffs, I’m happy to help.

08/17/2026

If your custom or semi-custom home is priced above the obvious comps, the backstory matters.

- Original floor plan plus any layout changes
- Builder, architect, or designer info if you have it
- A clean list of selections and upgrades
- Permits and invoices for later work like a basement, patio, shop, or systems
- HOA, metro district, solar, well, septic, or utility details when they apply

If you’re thinking about listing, I can help you sort what is worth pulling together before we go live.

08/15/2026

Builder warranty ending soon?

On newer Northern Colorado homes, I start with water, movement, seals, and systems before the cosmetic stuff. A simple punch list now can save money and protect resale later.

After enough new construction and resale walkthroughs, the same post warranty issues show up again and again.

If you want a second set of eyes before you start repairs, I’m happy to help.