What does it really take to buy, build, or own property in a Colorado mountain town?

Welcome to Real Estate in the Rockies, a Colorado real estate podcast that explores the unique challenges and opportunities shaping mountain communities today. From water rights and wildfire risk to zoning regulations, housing shortages, and land use decisions, real estate in the Rockies is anything but simple.

Hosted by real estate attorney Ashley Kappel and local realtor Jessica Charitan, this podcast brings together legal insight and real-world experience to help listeners better understand the forces shaping the Colorado real estate market.

Each episode breaks down key topics including:

• Zoning laws and land use regulations
• Water rights and environmental considerations
• Insurance challenges in high-risk areas
• Market trends and housing availability
• Buying, selling, and investing in mountain communities

You’ll also hear from industry professionals such as developers, builders, lenders, planners, and local leaders who are influencing the future of these regions.

This podcast is designed for anyone interested in real estate, housing, and the long-term sustainability of mountain towns.

Follow Real Estate in the Rockies to stay informed on the evolving Colorado real estate landscape.

Real Estate in the Rockies is the podcast exploring Colorado mountain real estate, housing, land use, development, zoning, community growth, and mountain living in Salida, Buena Vista, Chaffee County, and communities across the Rockies.

Hosted by Colorado real estate attorney Ashley Kappel and local realtor Jessica Chariton, the show brings together developers, community leaders, housing experts, investors, and local voices to break down the conversations shaping mountain towns today.

Whether you’re buying property in Colorado, navigating real estate development, exploring affordable housing challenges, or simply interested in the future of mountain communities, Real Estate in the Rockies delivers real conversations and local insight from the people living and working in these communities every day.

Subscribe on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify for new episodes every week.

Connect with Jessica: https://jessicachariton.homesmartpreferredrealty.com/

Connect with Ashley: https://www.collegiatepeakslawandmediation.com/

Please share this podcast with anyone who is interested in Real Estate development, Community Conversations about living in Colorado Mountain Towns.