REALTOR® · Erie, CO
Big life changes deserve a calm, clear plan in Erie and Boulder County
A divorce, a loss, an empty nest, a first home. I listen first, explain every option in plain words, and you'll always know what's happening, from our first conversation to closing day.
Meet Carol
Why I do this work
Thirty seconds on what I believe about buying and selling a home, and why I built my process around it.
What's different
I don't list your home and wait
Many homes go on the MLS and then sit while everyone waits for a buyer to show up. I keep working after launch. I watch the views, the showings and the feedback, and we adjust together when the numbers tell us to.
I keep working on my own skills too. I'm currently working with a real estate marketing coach who is teaching me better ways to put homes in front of the right buyers, and I'm bringing what I learn to sellers here in Erie and Boulder County.
Google reviews
What my clients say
5.0 from 28 reviews on Google
“Ever bought a house, sight unseen from 1500 miles away?? Well I have, and let me tell you it would never have been possible without the assistance of Carol! Her honesty, organization, communication, diligence and follow up made my relocation to Colorado seamless and smooth. Do not hesitate to have this woman in your corner!”
“Carol is an amazing realtor. From the moment we decided to sell our home, she worked hard to get it done. Carol gave us great service - everything from figuring out pricing to fabulous pictures from her awesome photographer to great networking. In two days we were under contract!”
“We highly recommend calling Carol when looking to sell or buy a house.”
“Carol was absolutely amazing throughout our journey as first-time home buyers. She was organized, detailed, and thorough every step of the way. She consistently advocated for us, fought for our best interests, and made sure we got what we wanted. Her knowledge, communication, and dedication made the entire process feel smooth and less overwhelming. We are so grateful for her guidance and support. We highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.”
“I would totally use Carol in future real estate ventures. She sold my mountain property in less than 24 hrs. In the middle of winter. She is professional and a very caring agent. Thx again Carol for work well done.”
“Carol helped us buy our forever home, and she did it with the perfect combination of professionalism and personalization. She took the time to get to know us and our preferences which allowed her to find the perfect home for us. Her careful strategy won us the first house we put an offer on! Once under contract, Carol remained proactive to ensure that everything went smoothly. She was polite and firm in all the ways that you would want your representation to be. Most importantly, it was obvious that she genuinely cares about her clients which made her even more reliable and trustworthy. Carol has earned her title of our realtor for life.”
“Excellence! This is the first word to come to mind when Carol Vanlandingham is representing you and your family. Whether it was buying a new home locally or out of state or selling, Carol has been our professional for several transactions over the past few years.”
“Why? She is very knowledgable about the market and has excellent resources for lenders and repairpeople. And most importantly, when she says she will do something, she does it.”
“Integrity, trust, and a lot of grit. She gets things done and has your best interest in everything she does!”
Recently sold
Homes I've recently sold for my clients
How your home reaches the right buyer
Relevancy, recency, proximity
Three things decide whether your home reaches the buyer who is ready to move. I plan your marketing around all three.
- Relevancy
- The right message for the right buyer. A first-time buyer and someone ready for single-level living want different things, so your photos and words speak to the buyer your home fits best.
- Recency
- Today's numbers, not last year's. I price and adjust from what buyers are doing right now, and you see what I'm seeing as it happens.
- Proximity
- Local, down to the street. I've lived here over 31 years, and I show buyers what everyday life is like in Erie and the neighborhoods around your home.
Equity. Presentation. Impact. Campaign.
The Epic Seller Advantage System
Four parts on every home I list. Built around your goals, run on real data, and you'll always know what's happening.
Equity
Your goals come first, then the number. I price from the homes you're actually competing with and how buyers are behaving right now, not only a few older sales.
Presentation
Professional photography, video and a clear, accurate description, all ready before anything goes public, because most buyers see your home on a phone first.
Impact
Reaching buyers who aren't searching yet, with targeted online ads, instead of only hoping the MLS does the work. This is where I'm investing in getting better: I'm working with a real estate marketing coach who teaches this method, and applying it here.
Campaign
A planned launch, not just a listing date. Coming-soon interest, an open house that first weekend, and close tracking of every view and showing, because the first week matters most.
Buying instead?
The R.E.A.L. framework
Most agents start by showing you houses. I start by getting you ready, because the buyer who gets the right house is often the one who was prepared to act, not the one who saw it first.
Ready
Your financing lined up early, so you can act the day the right home appears instead of scrambling.
Educated
What your money actually buys here, before you fall in love with something out of range.
Aligned
Fewer homes, and better ones. I build the search around what you actually need and tell you plainly what I see in each one.
Locked
Offer strategy, inspections, financing and closing, with you knowing what's happening at every step.
The situation you are actually in
Different circumstances, different plans
The fundamentals do not change. The sequence, the timing and how much coordination it takes change completely. Start where you actually are.
01 / SELLING YOUR HOME
You will know what is happening the whole time, and you make every decision
Selling your home with goals-first pricing and steady updates.
02 / DOWNSIZING AND RIGHT-SIZING
A calm plan for moving to a home that fits your life now
Right-sizing with a plan for both moves and a timeline you set.
03 / SELLING A HOME DURING DIVORCE
One steady process, with the same information going to both of you
A home sale during divorce, handled calmly, with clear numbers for both of you.
04 / SELLING A HOME AFTER THE LOSS OF A SPOUSE
Clear options and a patient pace, with no pressure to decide before you are ready
Selling after the loss of a spouse, at your pace, with your options explained in plain words.
05 / HELPING AGING PARENTS MOVE
A patient plan for the whole family, at the pace your parent sets
Helping a parent sell and move, with the family kept informed and no one rushed.
06 / SELLING A LUXURY HOME
Every home I list gets the same full preparation, marketing and attention
Selling a higher-priced home, where each buyer matters more.
07 / WHAT YOUR HOME IS WORTH
A price range built from real comparable homes, with a video that explains it
A free home value report, sent by email with a video walkthrough.
08 / BUYING A HOME
An agent who explains every step, so you can decide with confidence
Buying a home with a guide who teaches first and never pushes.
09 / FIRST-TIME BUYERS
Every step explained, every question welcome, and no rush
Buying your first home with an agent who teaches as you go.
10 / RELOCATING TO THE AREA
A local guide of 31 years, so you know the area before you choose a home
Moving here from somewhere else, with video tours and local knowledge.
11 / TRADING UP
Selling one home and buying the next, with the order worked out first
Moving from the home you own to one that fits better, with both moves planned together.
12 / INVESTMENT PROPERTY
A weekly list of homes that match what you buy
Fix and flips and other investment property, sorted to your criteria.
12 situations. One person to walk you through it.
Where I work
Erie, Boulder County and the towns nearby
From the blog
Local market insight
2026-10-23 · 7 min read
Should I Rent Before Buying When I Move to Boulder County?
Should you rent before buying when relocating to Boulder County? How to decide, what renting first costs and gives you, and how to learn the area before you buy.
2026-10-23 · 7 min read
What Should I Look For When Touring a House as a First-Time Buyer in Erie?
What to look for when touring a house as a first-time buyer in Erie, CO: the roof, signs of water, rushed repairs, the street, the drive and the monthly costs.
2026-10-21 · 7 min read
How Much Will I Walk Away With When I Sell My Erie Home to Downsize?
How much will you walk away with when you sell your Erie home to downsize? What comes out of the sale price, how to estimate it, and the mistakes to avoid.
2026-10-21 · 7 min read
How Long Should I Wait to Sell My House After My Spouse Dies?
How long should you wait to sell your house after a spouse dies in Erie or Boulder County? Signs you are ready, steps to take first, and mistakes to avoid.
2026-10-20 · 7 min read
Can I Buy a Home in Boulder County Without Seeing It in Person?
Buying a home sight unseen in Boulder County? How video tours, early pre-approval, inspections and e-signing work when you are moving to Colorado from far away.
2026-10-20 · 7 min read
How Do I Get Ready to Buy My First Home in Erie?
How to get ready to buy your first home in Erie, CO while you still rent: talk to a lender, learn the steps and see what your budget buys before you tour.
2026-10-19 · 7 min read
Is a Lock-and-Leave Home in Erie Right for Me When I Downsize?
Thinking about lock-and-leave homes in Erie when you downsize? What the term means, what to ask about upkeep and fees, and how to tell if one fits your next chapter.
2026-10-19 · 7 min read
How Do I Talk to My Aging Parent About Selling Their Home?
How to talk to aging parents about selling their home in Erie or Boulder County: how to open the conversation, what to ask, and what to avoid so they feel heard.
2026-10-17 · 7 min read
What Happens After My Offer Is Accepted on a Home in Erie?
What happens after your offer is accepted on a home in Erie, CO? A plain walk through inspection, appraisal, loan approval and closing for first-time buyers.
2026-10-17 · 8 min read
Moving to Boulder County: How Do I Choose Between Erie, Longmont, Niwot and Boulder?
Moving to Boulder County and not sure which town fits? How to compare Erie, Longmont, Niwot and Boulder on drive times, homes and daily life before you buy.
2026-09-04 · 7 min read
Should I Move to a 55+ Community or Stay in a Traditional Neighborhood?
Should you move to a 55+ community or stay in a traditional neighborhood? Compare lifestyle, maintenance, location and costs when right-sizing in Erie and Boulder County.
2026-09-02 · 7 min read
Should I Sell My Home Before I Find My Next Home?
Should you sell your current home before finding your next one? Learn what Erie and Boulder County homeowners should consider when planning a right-size move.
2026-09-01 · 5 min read
How Do I Downsize a Home After 20, 30, or 40 Years?
Lived in your home for decades? Learn how to approach downsizing in Erie and Boulder County without trying to sort your home, belongings, and future all at once.
2026-08-31 · 7 min read
What is Right-Sizing, and is it Better than Downsizing after ?
What does right-sizing mean after 55? Learn how Erie and Boulder County homeowners can decide whether a smaller home, easier layout or staying put makes the most sense.
2026-08-29 · 9 min read
Should I Downsize My Home in Erie, Colorado, or Stay Where I Am?
Wondering whether to downsize your Erie, Colorado home? Learn how to decide if right-sizing, staying put, or making a move fits your next chapter.
2026-08-28 · 12 min read
Which Erie, CO Neighborhoods Are Best for First-Time Buyers?
Buying your first home in Erie, CO? Compare 5 neighborhoods by price, schools, and amenities, and get local guidance from Realtor Carol Vanlandingham.
2026-08-27 · 2 min read
After 37 Years in Boulder: Right-Sizing to Erie, Colorado
After 37 years in their Boulder home, one couple found the right fit for their next chapter in Erie, Colorado. See how thoughtful right-sizing helped them stay close to the people, places, and routines that matter most.
Who I Am
I'm Carol Vanlandingham, a REALTOR® with eXp Realty, and Homes by Carol is my real estate practice in Erie, Colorado. I've lived in this area for over 31 years and have been a licensed agent for 10. Before that, I fixed and flipped houses while raising my three boys, which is how I got interested in real estate in the first place.
Most of the people I work with are moving because something in life changed. A divorce. The loss of a spouse. Kids grown and gone. A parent who needs to be closer. A first home, or a new job that brought you to Colorado. Those moves come with more questions than "how much is my house worth," and they deserve an agent who slows down enough to answer them.
I'm your advisor, not the decision-maker. I listen before I advise, I educate before I recommend, and you decide. My clients have given me a 5.0 rating across 27 Google reviews, and I'd like to earn yours the same way.
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Where I Work
Erie is home base, and it sits in two counties: west of County Line Road is Boulder County, and east of it is Weld County. I work both sides, along with the Erie neighborhoods I know best, including Erie Village, Wildflower and Compass.
Beyond Erie, I help buyers and sellers in Lafayette, Louisville, Superior, Boulder, Longmont, Niwot, Broomfield, Frederick, Firestone and Dacono. My Erie page covers what the homes are like, how people get around, and what's nearby. You can see everything I do for buyers and sellers in any of these towns.
How I Sell a Home
Many homes get priced off a few recent sales, listed, and then left to wait. I run what I call the Epic Seller Advantage System instead, and it starts before we ever talk about price.
- Your goals first. Timing, finances, what you need next and what you won't compromise on. The plan is built around your life, not a standard template.
- Pricing from the market you're actually in. Current competition and how buyers are behaving right now, not only last season's sales.
- Active management after launch. I track views, showings and buyer feedback, and we adjust when the data says to instead of waiting weeks.
- Every offer on the complete picture. Financing strength, appraisal risk, contingencies and timing, not only the number at the top.
You'll always know what's happening. See the full selling process, or start with what your home is worth.
Better for You Now, Not Just Smaller
One couple I helped had lived in their three-level Boulder home for 37 years. They wanted single-level living for their next chapter, but their doctors, their friends and the life they'd built were all close by. We found a home in Erie that gave them both. We weren't trying to find less. We were trying to find better for them now.
After closing, we had dinner together to celebrate. That's the part of this work I love most. If you're weighing a similar move, my downsizing and right-sizing page walks through how I approach it.
Start Here, Buyer or Seller
If you're thinking about selling, start with a free home value report. If you're buying, read how I help buyers find the right home. Either way, the first step is a conversation with no pressure and no obligation. Send me a note or call me at (303) 522-3130, and I'll walk you through your options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you only work in Erie?
No. Erie is home base, and I also help buyers and sellers in Lafayette, Louisville, Superior, Boulder, Longmont, Niwot, Broomfield, Frederick, Firestone and Dacono. I work on both the Boulder County and Weld County sides of Erie.
What if I'm not sure I'm ready to move yet?
That's a good time to talk. I'll help you understand your options, what your home might sell for, and what your next home could cost, with no pressure to act. Sometimes the right advice is "not yet," and I'll tell you that.
How will I know what's happening once my home is listed?
I keep you updated the whole time. I track views, showings and buyer feedback, share what I'm seeing, and we adjust the plan together when the numbers say we should.
Thinking about a move?
Let's figure out your next step together. No pressure.