In this episode of the Mountain Real Estate Podcast, Candice De walks through the complete 2025 Summit County real estate data, offering a clear, data-driven view of how the mountain market performed over the past year.

Rather than reacting to short-term headlines, this episode focuses on full-year trends—comparing 2025 to prior years and breaking down performance across each Summit County submarket.

Topics include pricing trends, sales volume, months of inventory, condo versus single-family performance, and buyer negotiation leverage. Candice also dives into cost-of-ownership scenarios, showing how short-term rentals, financing, and property management affect real-world returns.

This episode is designed for anyone buying, selling, or investing in Summit County or Colorado mountain real estate who wants context, clarity, and realistic expectations heading into 2026.

If you’re considering a move, a second home, or an investment in the mountains, this episode provides the numbers behind the market.

If you'd like a copy of the Mountain Trends Publication, email me at Candice@AmyNakos.com

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Mountain Real Estate Podcast | Home Care for Second Homeowners in Summit County

In this episode of the Mountain Real Estate Podcast, Candice sits down in person with Alex from Rockridge to talk about an often-overlooked need in Summit County: home care for second homeowners who are not renting their properties.

Many mountain homeowners don’t need full property management, but they do want peace of mind when they’re away. Alex explains how Rockridge is offering proactive home check services for homes they’ve built—helping owners catch issues early, streamline communication, and avoid unnecessary back-and-forth between builders, property managers, and subcontractors.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why non-rented second homes still need professional oversight
• Common issues builders get calls about after a home is completed
• FlowLogic, water monitoring systems, heat tape, and winter risks
• How Rockridge’s home care program works and how often inspections happen
• The value of builder-led home care and written inspection reports
• Why trusted local relationships matter in a small mountain town

This episode is especially helpful for Summit County second homeowners, new construction buyers, and anyone looking for a practical, low-stress way to protect their mountain property.

If you’re buying, selling, or investing in Summit County real estate, reach out anytime.

Summit County Real Estate Market 2025: What Really Happened (And What 2026 Holds) Is the Summit County real estate market crashing? Did home prices drop in 2025? Are condos struggling while single-family homes stay strong? And is 2026 the right time to buy a mountain property in Colorado? In this episode, Amy Nakos and Candice De of The Amy Nakos Group break down the real data behind the headlines and explain exactly what happened in the Summit County, Colorado real estate market in 2025—and what it means for buyers, sellers, and second-home owners going forward. What we cover in this episode: 📊 2025 Summit County real estate stats explained (sales volume, median price, price per square foot, and why this was the strongest year since 2021) 📰 Why “market crash” headlines are misleading in mountain and resort markets 🏡 Single-family homes vs condos: why demand has sharply diverged ⏳ Days on market trends—what feels “slow” now vs what’s historically normal 🔄 Supply vs demand over the last 20 years, including how today compares to 2008–2010 💰 Cash buyers, lifestyle buyers, and why interest rates matter less here 🔮 2026 Summit County real estate forecast, including buyer demand, pricing, and confidence ⛷️ Why waiting on the sidelines can cost you years of mountain lifestyle If you’re wondering: Is now a good time to buy in Summit County? Should I sell my mountain home in 2026? Are prices going down in Breckenridge, Keystone, Silverthorne, or Frisco? Are second homes still a good investment? This episode answers those questions with data, context, and straight talk—not hype. 🎯 Whether you’re a current homeowner, an investor, or dreaming about owning a Colorado mountain property, this is a must-listen year-end market recap and forward-looking strategy session. Mic drop: The market didn’t crash—but the myths should. www.amynakos.com

In this episode of the Mountain Real Estate Podcast, Candice breaks down one of the questions she hears most often: “Where should I buy in Summit County?”

Summit County isn’t a single market—it’s a collection of distinct micro-neighborhoods, each offering a different blend of lifestyle, STR rules, HOA considerations, and price ranges. This episode walks through seven key areas: Breckenridge (in-resort zones), Keystone, Frisco, Copper Mountain, Wildernest & Silverthorne, Dillon, and Blue River.

You’ll learn what each neighborhood is best suited for, which areas perform strongest for STRs, where walkability matters, and how lifestyle plays into choosing the right location. Whether you're buying for personal use, rental income, or both, this guide will help you focus your search.

For more information or help evaluating a property, visit amynakos.com.

In this episode of Mountain Real Estate, Candice De sits down with Daniel Leifeld of Key Data to unpack what’s really happening across Colorado’s vacation rental markets heading into ski season.

Using direct-source reservation data (not scraped listings) from Key Data, Daniel breaks down occupancy, ADR, RevPAR, booking windows, and demand drivers for Summit County, Vail, Aspen/Snowmass, Steamboat, Telluride, and more.

Whether you’re a buyer, homeowner, or property manager, you’ll learn how to evaluate deals, price smarter, and avoid the #1 projection mistake.

We also cover how DMO marketing, inventory mix, and Easter timing impact bookings—and why demand for STRs remains extremely high.

Resources & Links:

Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/VnwmDHrdodE

Connect with Key Data: Daniel Leifeld; Daniel@KeyDataDashboard.com

Work with Candice De | Mountain Real Estate: Candice@amynakos.com

Get my STR Underwriting Worksheet (free): https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1uu-7B817K55OBE4pHeo6J05ZbAuCr5aK/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=108716399741229385573&rtpof=true&sd=true

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About the show: I’m Candice De—realtor, investor, engineer, mom, and Colorado native—covering real estate from Denver to Summit County.

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In this episode of the Mountain Real Estate Podcast, host Candice Day breaks down the mystery of mortgage rates and why they matter so much for homebuyers and investors in Summit County, Colorado.

You’ll learn:
✅ How mortgage rates are actually set (hint: it’s not just the Fed!)
✅ The key factors that influence rates — inflation, Treasuries, spreads, and personal borrower details
✅ Real-life payment examples on a $1M property at 3%, 6%, 6.25%, and 6.5%
✅ How higher rates cut into your purchasing power — and why a $1M home in 2020 might only feel like a $660K home today
✅ What current rates look like in Colorado and Summit County, including fixed and adjustable loan options

Whether you’re buying, refinancing, or just curious how mortgage rates affect affordability in the mountains, this episode gives you the clarity you need to navigate today’s market.

📞 Connect with Candice:
Amy Nakos Group — Summit County, CO
candice@amynakos.com
• 303-870-9300
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In this episode, we break down what’s really happening in Summit County real estate—inventory, days on market, price trends, and how buyer/seller behavior is shifting as we head through 2025. We also spotlight a few local small businesses that keep our mountain towns vibrant.

🎧 You’ll hear:

• Key metrics: new listings, median price, and buyer demand
• Strategy tips for buyers and sellers
• Seasonal trends in the market in Summit County, CO
• Local business shout-outs you shouldn’t miss

🛍️ Small Business Spotlights
• 10 Mile Music Hall (Frisco) — Beloved live-music venue & event space keeping the local scene buzzing.
• Radicato (Breckenridge) — Italian-inspired spot known for handmade-feel plates and cozy mountain vibes.
• Meta Yoga (Frisco & Breckenridge) — Community-focused studios offering classes and workshops for all levels.

📞 Connect
Amy Nakos Group — Summit County, CO
Candice De • 303-870-9300; candice@amynakos.com
amynakos.com

Mountain Real Estate – July 2025 | Which Properties Deliver the Best Returns in Summit County?

This month, hosts Amy Nakos and Candice De dive into a fresh analysis of 13 active Summit County listings, ranging from slopeside condos to HOA-free single-family homes. Using a detailed spreadsheet, they compare purchase prices, expenses, rental income, and appreciation to answer:

💡 Which types of properties make the best short-term rental investments right now?

You’ll learn:

• Why market pricing often balances out rental returns
• How HOA fees and utilities impact cash flow
• The difference between returns on financed vs. cash purchases
• How tax benefits and appreciation can turn negative cash flow into a positive total ROI

Whether you’re a seasoned investor or a first-time buyer in Summit County, this episode gives you the data and context you need to make confident real estate decisions.

🎧 Listen now and check the show notes for a link to the full, non-editable spreadsheet so you can run the numbers yourself.

Link to spreadsheet: https://tinyurl.com/AmyNakosCostofOwnership