Patrick Soukup

For buyers, my biggest piece of advice is to come in prepared and educated. Northern Colorado is still a competitive market, and having clarity around your budget, financing, and long-term goals makes the process so much smoother. I always recommend we sit down for a full consultation before looking at homes — we’ll run comparable market analyses, check permit histories, review utility bills, and dig deeper than just “what’s on paper.” The more information you have, the more confident you’ll feel making one of the biggest investments of your life.

For sellers, presentation and pricing are everything. Northern Colorado homes still move quickly when they’re marketed correctly. That means professional photos, video, and exposure across the right channels — not just throwing it on the MLS and hoping for the best. Pricing too high can backfire, and pricing too low leaves money on the table. We’ll analyze the data and project realistic expectations: how many showings you’ll get, how many offers to expect, and what timeline makes sense. I’ve had listings under contract in three days because we nailed the prep and pricing strategy.

I’ve worked with a wide range of clients: first-time buyers, investors, relocation families, retirees, and everything in between. Roughly 90% of my inbound clients come through my Living in Fort Collins channel, which means they’re serious, decision-oriented, and ready to make a move. We’ve helped hundreds of families relocate to Northern Colorado, many buying sight unseen, and we also serve investors who lean on our experience managing rental properties and running numbers.

One that stands out recently was a family relocating from out of state who closed on a new build in Timnath. We were able to negotiate incentives with the builder, align the timing of their move, and make the process stress-free despite them not being local. It reminded me why I enjoy relocation clients so much — it’s not just about buying a house, it’s about creating a smooth landing in a new community. We’ve seen firsthand how overwhelming that transition can be, and our systems are built to make it as easy as possible.

I actually started back in college at CSU when I was introduced to fix-and-flip investing. At first, I had no intention of becoming an agent — I just loved the investing side. Over time, friends and family started asking me to help them buy and sell homes. That grew organically into a full-service brokerage, and in 2016 I officially launched Soukup Real Estate Services. Today, we’re a boutique team focused on delivering a world-class client experience while still keeping that investment-minded approach.

Yes — my background is heavy in property management and investing. I’ve managed over 200 rental units and still own investment properties personally, which gives me a perspective beyond just buying or selling a home. That experience helps clients understand not only what a property is worth today, but also what it means long-term — whether it’s cash flow, appreciation potential, or resale value. On top of that, I’m constantly refining systems for relocation clients, running detailed market research, and leveraging our media platforms to give clients more exposure when they sell.