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Helping buyers & sellers make smart moves in Southwest Colorado 🏔
Durango • Pagosa • Bayfield • Cortez • and Surrounding Cities
real estate market data + real-life lifestyle tips
⤵ Let's work together!

03/30/2026

So many buyers skip the inspection on new construction because they think a brand-new home = no issues.

But even the best builders miss things:

🔴loose wiring

🔴incomplete insulation

🔴drainage problems

🔴roof gaps

🔴HVAC mistakes

🔴plumbing slow-leaks

A third-party inspector protects you, not the builder.

And the best part? Builders almost always fix the issues before closing.

👉 Buying or considering a new build?

Comment “NEW BUILD” or DM me and I’ll guide you through what to look for so you feel confident, not overwhelmed.

03/23/2026

Accepting the wrong offer can cost you time, money, and all your momentum.

And it’s almost never the lowest offer that hurts you—it’s the highest one that falls apart. 😬

If you’re thinking about selling your home, don’t just look at the top number. When I review offers with sellers, we look at:

💰 Price – great, but only step one

🧾 Financing type – cash vs conventional vs FHA/VA/non-QM

⚖️ Contingencies – inspection, appraisal, home-sale clauses

🗓️ Timing & possession – does it actually fit your move-out plan?

You’re not just choosing a price, you’re choosing the likelihood of a smooth closing.

👉 If you’re planning to sell in the next 6–12 months, comment “SELLER” or DM me “SELLER”, and I’ll walk you through how I’d grade offers on your property so you’re not guessing off the top line.

Done deal. ✅✅Congrats & .kos !!!! ✨🏞️
03/18/2026

Done deal. ✅✅

Congrats & .kos !!!! ✨🏞️

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03/18/2026

My favorite film photo of two of my favorite people @

03/15/2026

LOL I know Zach. Knew him before this interview.

Thanks for being my interview ginny pig, Big Z!!!! 🫶🫶🫶😍

And thanks for the text to our group thread that it was LOBSTER ROLL SATURDAY yesterday. I’m so glad I finally made it before they sold out.

03/10/2026

BRB - sister and I on my way to get my windshield replaced.

03/08/2026

Fun times at Purgatory inspired by

Only took me 6 months to get my film developed from my trip to visit my first real estate office! 😂☺️ thanks for having...
03/07/2026

Only took me 6 months to get my film developed from my trip to visit my first real estate office! 😂☺️

thanks for having me

miss you all so much ✨💌

02/26/2026

Caught in the “am I just throwing money away on rent?” spiral? 🧠💸

Here’s the truth: sometimes renting is the smart move. Sometimes buying a home is. It depends on your timeline, payment, and goals, not a quote you saw on Instagram.

When does renting usually make more sense?
⚪️Short timeline (1–3 years)
⚪️You need flexibility
⚪️You’re still stabilizing income, savings, or credit

When does buying usually make more sense?
⚪️You’ll stay put 3–5+ years
⚪️You’re ready for closing costs + a repair cushion
⚪️You want to build equity instead of just paying a landlord’s mortgage

If you’re a first-time homebuyer or long-term renter and you’re not sure which lane you should be in…

👉 Comment “MATH” or DM me your monthly rent, rough price range, and how long you plan to stay in the area, and I’ll walk you through a simple rent vs buy comparison so you can see the numbers for yourself.

The numbers for January are in, and they reveal a market that is finding a new rhythm: Slower, but stronger.Here is the ...
02/20/2026

The numbers for January are in, and they reveal a market that is finding a new rhythm: Slower, but stronger.

Here is the Region’s snapshot:

⚪️Median Sales Price: $608,077 (up 10% year-over-year).
⚪️Sold Listings: 136 (exactly flat vs. Jan 2025).
⚪️Days on Market: 199 (up 23%).

While this data reflects the region as a whole, there is a strong possibility that the trends in your immediate area look different. 

The best way to know where you stand is to run the numbers for your specific location—something I would be happy to do for you.

Swipe for a deep dive on Durango Market.

11/13/2025

Two big mortgage stories this week 👀

✅ Fannie Mae is ditching the 620 score hard stop — good news for buyers with thin credit files.

❌ And the 50-year mortgage? Sounds like “affordable,” but really just means paying way more interest for way longer.

Can we please get a product that makes sense for real people?

Read the full breakdown on our latest blog — link in bio.

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