Steamboat Real Estate & Investing With Ryan Cox

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Welcome to the Steamboat Real Estate & Investing Podcast, your inside track to real estate, mountain living, and intelligent investing in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.Hosted by Ryan Cox, licensed real estate broker with Steamboat Sotheby's International Realty, entrepreneur, investor, and co-founder of a national luxury prefab company, this show goes beyond the listings to reveal what’s moving the market — from new developments to current events and local trends. 🎙️ Each episode features a guest who offers real-world insights on buying, building, and maintaining property in the Yampa Valley. We will share insider knowledge and strategies to help you build wealth, lifestyle, and lasting impact through real estate in Steamboat.Subscribe now to stay informed, sharpen your approach, and make smarter real estate decisions in Steamboat.

  1. Oct 22

    Buy Now or Wait? Mortgage Rates & Opportunities in Steamboat Real Estate

    Mortgage rates have climbed above 7%, creating new challenges for buyers and sellers in Steamboat Springs. But higher rates may also be creating opportunities in the local real estate market. In this episode of the Steamboat Real Estate & Investing Podcast, Ryan Cox welcomes Chris Magnotta of Elevate Home Loans back for a mortgage rate update and Steamboat Springs real estate market report. Together, they explore what's driving interest rates, the latest Steamboat real estate data and housing market trends, the impact of higher borrowing costs on affordability, and what current market conditions mean for buyers and sellers. From seller-funded mortgage rate buydowns and competitive jumbo loan programs to down payment assistance for local educators, Chris shares practical financing strategies for navigating today's market. Ryan also provides local real estate insights, including median home prices, housing inventory, buyer demand, seller concessions, and the growing importance of pricing and negotiation in Steamboat Springs. They also tackle one of the biggest questions facing today's homebuyers: Is it better to buy now while negotiating leverage may be stronger, or wait for mortgage rates to fall and potentially face more competition? Whether you're buying a home, selling a property, investing in Steamboat real estate, or simply following the latest Steamboat Springs housing market trends, this episode offers valuable local market insights, mortgage advice, and real estate strategies for navigating the Yampa Valley market. Chris Magnotta | Elevate Home Loans Website: https://elevatehomeloans.com/loanoriginator/chris-magnotta Schedule a meeting with Chris: https://calendly.com/meetchrism Chris proudly serves families up and down the Front Range, across Northwest Colorado, and throughout the Western Slope. With the support of his outstanding team, exceptional communication, excellence in execution, and ability to secure below-market financing options, Chris helps hundreds of families finance their homes each year—more than anyone else in Northwest Colorado! Chris holds a master’s degree from the University of Colorado, where he studied economics and finance, and has been recognized by The Wall Street Journal as a housing expert. Over more than 20 years in the industry, Chris and his team have earned dozens of awards and recognitions from publications including Scotsman Guide, 5280 Magazine, and Mortgage Executive Magazine, while maintaining a 5-star customer rating on Google. He is also deeply involved in the community, including coaching high school cycling and contributing tens of thousands of dollars each year to local nonprofits. Outside of Elevate, Chris enjoys skiing, cycling, and hockey. He lives with his wife, Sara, their daughter, Lucia, and twins, Jace and Siena—affectionately known as “the twin tornadoes.” Ryan Cox is a Boutique luxury real estate advisor and broker with Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty and host of Steamboat Real Estate & Investing. A longtime Steamboat resident, Ryan brings an entrepreneurial and investment perspective to real estate shaped by experience in residential construction, development and real estate investment & lifestyle properties. He previously co-founded SmartPads, a Steamboat-based modular construction company, which he led, grew and ultimately sold in 2024. Today, Ryan advises buyers, sellers and investors across the Yampa Valley, combining local market knowledge with firsthand experience in lifestyle properties, construction, development, entrepreneurship and real estate investing. Steamboat Real Estate & Investing explores real estate, investing, entrepreneurship and the people building interesting businesses and lives in Steamboat Springs. www.ryancoxrealestate.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryancoxsteamboat/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RyanCoxRE Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/12Mckmps9GzzsA0CLnLcs2 Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/steamboat-real-estate-investing-with-ryan-cox/id1814625853 Email: Ryan.Cox@Steamboatsir.com

  2. Sep 24

    The Steamboat Effect: Why Entrepreneurs & Outdoor Brands Choose This Mountain Town | Travis Campbell

    What is the Steamboat Effect? Why does a relatively small mountain town seem to attract an outsized number of entrepreneurs, business leaders and outdoor brands? Travis Campbell has spent his career working with some of the outdoor industry's most recognizable brands—from Smartwool and Sage to The North Face and VF. Today, he's the owner and CEO of Eagle Creek, a 47-year-old travel brand with global recognition, headquartered in Steamboat Springs. We talk about Travis's path from engineering to brand building, why he gravitated toward companies that made products he personally loved, acquiring Eagle Creek, and what changes when you go from executive to owner. But the conversation goes well beyond business. We explore why Travis believes Steamboat “over-indexes” on entrepreneurship, the advantages and challenges of running a global company from a mountain town, how housing impacts the ability to build businesses here, and why Steamboat's mix of ranching, outdoor, resort and entrepreneurial cultures is so important to preserve. We also get into something Travis is deeply passionate about: public lands—and why individual voices matter in protecting the places that help make communities like Steamboat what they are. A conversation about business, place, community and purpose. ABOUT TRAVIS CAMPBELL Travis Campbell is the Owner & CEO of Eagle Creek, the iconic adventure travel brand headquartered in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Travis acquired Eagle Creek from VF Corporation in 2021 after a career leading some of the outdoor industry's best-known brands. Prior to Eagle Creek, Travis served as President of Smartwool, GM Americas for The North Face, and President of Emerging Brands at VF Corporation. Earlier in his career, he spent nearly 16 years with Far Bank Enterprises—home to Sage, Redington and RIO—ultimately serving as CEO. Travis has also served as Chairman of the Outdoor Industry Association Board and has been a longtime advocate for the outdoor industry, conservation and America's public lands. CONNECT WITH TRAVIS & EAGLE CREEK Eagle Creek: https://www.eaglecreek.com/ Travis Campbell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/straviscampbell/ Eagle Creek on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/eagle-creek/ Outdoor Industry Association: https://outdoorindustry.org/ Ryan Cox is a Boutique luxury real estate advisor and broker with Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty and host of Steamboat Real Estate & Investing. A longtime Steamboat resident, Ryan brings an entrepreneurial and investment perspective to real estate shaped by experience in residential construction, development and real estate investment & lifestyle properties. He previously co-founded SmartPads, a Steamboat-based modular construction company, which he led, grew and ultimately sold in 2024. Today, Ryan advises buyers, sellers and investors across the Yampa Valley, combining local market knowledge with firsthand experience in lifestyle properties, construction, development, entrepreneurship and real estate investing. Steamboat Real Estate & Investing explores real estate, investing, entrepreneurship and the people building interesting businesses and lives in Steamboat Springs. www.ryancoxrealestate.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryancoxsteamboat/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RyanCoxRE Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/12Mckmps9GzzsA0CLnLcs2 Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/steamboat-real-estate-investing-with-ryan-cox/id1814625853 Email: Ryan.Cox@Steamboatsir.com

  3. Sep 1

    When You Can Work From Anywhere, Where Do You Choose to Live? | Tom Walsh & Steamboat, CO

    What happens when your career no longer determines where you have to live? One of the things that makes Steamboat special is the people who choose to build their lives here—people motivated to push themselves outdoors, pursue the mountain lifestyle, and increasingly, build ambitious careers and businesses from a mountain town. Tom Walsh is the creator of Stealth Health Life and a partner and key investor in Counter Foods. After beginning his career in investment banking, Tom took a very different path—building a massive digital audience, creating a cookbook collection now used by more than 293,000 people, and helping build Counter Frozen Foods, a high-protein, macro-friendly food brand that has expanded onto shelves at major retailers across the country. And he’s chosen to do much of it from Steamboat Springs. We talk about Tom's path into entrepreneurship, building and monetizing a digital audience, AI, and what it's like growing businesses from Steamboat. We also get into real estate: rent or buy? Tom shares why maintaining liquidity to invest in his businesses currently takes priority over owning a home—and how he thinks about that tradeoff. And ultimately, we come back to the question at the heart of this episode: When you can work from anywhere, where do you choose to live? Learn more about Steamboat Springs real estate and investing at RyanCoxRealEstate.com. #TomWalsh #StealthHealth #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #steamboatsprings #steamboat #colorado #healthylifestyle #healthylifestyle  Follow Tom:  stealthhealthcookbook.com www.linkedin.com/in/tomwalsh18 www.instagram.com/stealth_health_life www.tiktok.com/@stealth_health_life Ryan Cox is a Boutique luxury real estate advisor and broker with Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty and host of Steamboat Real Estate & Investing. A longtime Steamboat resident, Ryan brings an entrepreneurial and investment perspective to real estate shaped by experience in residential construction, development and real estate investment & lifestyle properties. He previously co-founded SmartPads, a Steamboat-based modular construction company, which he led, grew and ultimately sold in 2024. Today, Ryan advises buyers, sellers and investors across the Yampa Valley, combining local market knowledge with firsthand experience in lifestyle properties, construction, development, entrepreneurship and real estate investing. Steamboat Real Estate & Investing explores real estate, investing, entrepreneurship and the people building interesting businesses and lives in Steamboat Springs. www.ryancoxrealestate.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryancoxsteamboat/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RyanCoxRE Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/12Mckmps9GzzsA0CLnLcs2 Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/steamboat-real-estate-investing-with-ryan-cox/id1814625853 Email: Ryan.Cox@Steamboatsir.com

  4. Jul 30

    2026 Mid-Year Update: Is It a Buyer's Market?

    How is the Steamboat Springs real estate market performing in 2026? In this episode of Steamboat Real Estate & Investing, I break down everything that happened during the first half of 2026—including inventory trends, home prices, luxury real estate, condominiums, days on market, buyer negotiating power, and what today's market means for buyers, sellers, and investors. While inventory has increased and buyers have gained more negotiating leverage, well-priced homes continue to sell quickly and property values have remained remarkably resilient. This isn't a declining market—it's a healthier, more balanced one. In This Episode: • Inventory trends by property type and price point • Median Sales Price and Median $SF • Days on market and negotiating leverage • Highest sales of 2026 • What buyers should know • What sellers should know Key Takeaways • Inventory increased 14% year-over-year • Residential sales increased 9% • Luxury inventory has reached multi-year highs • Condominiums continue to outperform other residential property types • Buyers have more negotiating power, but well-priced homes continue to command strong offers Helpful Resources 🏡 Search All Steamboat Springs Homes https://ryancoxrealestate.com/home-se... 📈 Get Your Instant Home Valuation https://ryancoxrealestate.com/home-va... 🎙 Listen to More Podcast Episodes https://ryancoxrealestate.com/podcast 🏔 Explore Steamboat Neighborhoods https://ryancoxrealestate.com/neighbo... 📊 Read Additional Market Reports https://ryancoxrealestate.com/market-... 📅 Steamboat Events Calendar https://ryancoxrealestate.com/events-... 🌐 Ryan Cox Real Estate https://ryancoxrealestate.com As always, if you or someone you know is interested in Steamboat Real Estate I'd be happy to connect.  Ryan Cox is a Boutique luxury real estate advisor and broker with Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty and host of Steamboat Real Estate & Investing. A longtime Steamboat resident, Ryan brings an entrepreneurial and investment perspective to real estate shaped by experience in residential construction, development and real estate investment & lifestyle properties. He previously co-founded SmartPads, a Steamboat-based modular construction company, which he led, grew and ultimately sold in 2024. Today, Ryan advises buyers, sellers and investors across the Yampa Valley, combining local market knowledge with firsthand experience in lifestyle properties, construction, development, entrepreneurship and real estate investing. Steamboat Real Estate & Investing explores real estate, investing, entrepreneurship and the people building interesting businesses and lives in Steamboat Springs. www.ryancoxrealestate.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryancoxsteamboat/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RyanCoxRE Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/12Mckmps9GzzsA0CLnLcs2 Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/steamboat-real-estate-investing-with-ryan-cox/id1814625853 Email: Ryan.Cox@Steamboatsir.com

  5. Jun 23

    The Missing Piece

    In this episode of Steamboat Real Estate & Investing, Ryan Cox sits down with restauranteur and developer Collin Kelley for a candid conversation about entrepreneurship, development, consumer spending, and the future of the Yampa Valley. As the owner of Primrose and Cypress, developer of The Latigo, and visionary behind the transformative Forty West Mercantile project in west Steamboat, Collin shares lessons learned from building businesses, navigating economic uncertainty, and creating places where people want to live, gather, and invest. The conversation also explores Lumbre, a forthcoming Southwestern and Spanish-inspired restaurant at The Latigo built around live-fire cooking, and how memorable dining experiences can help define the character and vibrancy of a community. Topics include: 💰 Going from an overdrawn bank account to building a successful restaurant and development portfolio 📈 How inflation, rising costs, and even the price of beef impact local businesses 🛍️ Changing consumer spending habits across different income segments 🏢 The Latigo - a new luxury project on Yampa Street 🏙️ What makes downtown Steamboat vibrant and resilient 🍽️ The inspiration behind a European-style chef-driven market and food hall planned for west Steamboat 🔥 The vision behind Lumbre, a Southwestern and Spanish-inspired restaurant concept built around open-fire cooking 🚀 The future of entrepreneurship in mountain towns Projects shaping Steamboat's future include: 🏢 The Latigo – An approved mixed-use downtown development featuring 8 luxury residences, a new restaurant concept, and structured parking. 🏘️ The Emerald – A boutique downtown infill project delivering 5 luxury townhomes within walking distance of Steamboat's core. 🏢 608 Yampa – A riverfront luxury condominium development featuring 4 residences in one of downtown's most walkable locations. 🍽️ Steamboat Basecamp – A west-side mixed-use neighborhood with 75 apartment units completed in Phase I, Townhomes, with additional apartments planned. 🏡 The Glen – A major residential neighborhood expansion planned to include approximately 130 single-family homes and 30+ townhomes, representing one of the largest future housing additions in Steamboat. 📈 Combined Impact – More than 250 new residential units in Downtown/West Steamboat, along with new restaurants, retail, community gathering spaces, and amenities that will help shape the next chapter of Steamboat Springs. Plus: ☀️ Top five things to do in Steamboat during the summer 💵 If Collin had $1 million to invest in the Yampa Valley today, where would he put it—and why? Whether you're interested in real estate, entrepreneurship, restaurants, investing, or the future of mountain communities, this conversation offers a fascinating look at where Steamboat is headed. Subscribe for more conversations around Steamboat real estate, investing, mountain lifestyle, and market insights. About Collin Kelley Collin Kelley is a Steamboat Springs entrepreneur, restaurateur, and real estate developer. He is the owner of Primrose and Cypress, developer of The Latigo mixed-use project, and visionary behind Forty West Mercantile, a chef-driven market hall and community gathering concept planned for west Steamboat. Through his work in hospitality, food, and development, Collin focuses on creating experiences and places that strengthen community, support local business, and contribute to the long-term vibrancy of the Yampa Valley. www.primrosesteamboat.com www.cypress-steamboat.com www.latigo-steamboat.com www.steamboatpilot.com/news/steamboat-12th-yampa-development-approved-planning-commission/ www.steamboatpilot.com/news/plans-introduced-for-chef-driven-market-on-steamboats-west-side Ryan Cox is a Boutique luxury real estate advisor and broker with Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty and host of Steamboat Real Estate & Investing. A longtime Steamboat resident, Ryan brings an entrepreneurial and investment perspective to real estate shaped by experience in residential construction, development and real estate investment & lifestyle properties. He previously co-founded SmartPads, a Steamboat-based modular construction company, which he led, grew and ultimately sold in 2024. Today, Ryan advises buyers, sellers and investors across the Yampa Valley, combining local market knowledge with firsthand experience in lifestyle properties, construction, development, entrepreneurship and real estate investing. Steamboat Real Estate & Investing explores real estate, investing, entrepreneurship and the people building interesting businesses and lives in Steamboat Springs. www.ryancoxrealestate.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryancoxsteamboat/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RyanCoxRE Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/12Mckmps9GzzsA0CLnLcs2 Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/steamboat-real-estate-investing-with-ryan-cox/id1814625853 Email: Ryan.Cox@Steamboatsir.com

  6. May 13

    What is Going on at the Steamboat Base Area!?

    In this episode of Steamboat Real Estate & Investing, Ryan Cox sits down with Kerry Shea to discuss the transformation unfolding at Steamboat’s base area — a development surge that is arguably two decades in the making. The conversation focuses on 1700 Ski Time Square — a luxury 23-residence project located in Ski Time Square at the Steamboat base area that is scheduled to break ground this summer. Ryan and Kerry also discuss touch upon other major upcoming base area projects, including The Astrid (~64 residences), The Stockman (95 residences + 59 hotel rooms), Wildaire (20 residences), and The Amble (42 residences), while exploring the broader implications these developments may have on the future trajectory of Steamboat real estate.  Other topics include:  • The evolving luxury buyer profile in Steamboat • Who is interested in 1700 Ski Time Square, new base area product, and what they are seeking • How buyer preferences are shifting around amenities, longer term stays, convenience, and lifestyle • Whether new development could elevate condo pricing across the broader market • What this new era of investment may mean for existing property owners and future buyers alike Don't miss this thoughtful conversation on new luxury product, development, demographics, base area evolution, and where the Steamboat market may be headed next. Subscribe for more conversations around Steamboat real estate, investing, mountain lifestyle, and market insights. Ryan Cox is a Boutique luxury real estate advisor and broker with Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty and host of Steamboat Real Estate & Investing. A longtime Steamboat resident, Ryan brings an entrepreneurial and investment perspective to real estate shaped by experience in residential construction, development and real estate investment & lifestyle properties. He previously co-founded SmartPads, a Steamboat-based modular construction company, which he led, grew and ultimately sold in 2024. Today, Ryan advises buyers, sellers and investors across the Yampa Valley, combining local market knowledge with firsthand experience in lifestyle properties, construction, development, entrepreneurship and real estate investing. Steamboat Real Estate & Investing explores real estate, investing, entrepreneurship and the people building interesting businesses and lives in Steamboat Springs. www.ryancoxrealestate.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryancoxsteamboat/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RyanCoxRE Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/12Mckmps9GzzsA0CLnLcs2 Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/steamboat-real-estate-investing-with-ryan-cox/id1814625853 Email: Ryan.Cox@Steamboatsir.com

  7. Feb 15

    2025 Year-End Market Recap | Normalization, Opportunity & 2026 Listing Strategy

    In this episode of Steamboat Real Estate & Investing, Ryan Cox breaks down the finalized 2025 year-end data and what it means heading into 2026. After several years of volatility, 2025 marked a clear return to market normalization in Steamboat Springs. Inventory seasonality returned, pricing remained resilient, and buyers became more analytical — creating strategic opportunities for both buyers and sellers.  Inside this episode: • Year-over-year sales & pricing trends • Single family home inventory spike in late May / June • Why early-season listing strategy outperformed • Record-breaking luxury transactions • Tactical positioning advice for both buyers and sellers in 2026 • Development pipeline outlook (Base Area) We also discuss how the seasonal inventory wave created a tactical advantage for sellers who entered the market early — and why that timing strategy may be even more important in 2026. If you're considering buying, selling, or just interested in learning more about Real Estate in Steamboat Springs, this episode provides critical insight on the market.  Contact me directly if you’d like to discuss your real estate goals for 2026 and beyond & subscribe for ongoing Steamboat market updates. Ryan Cox is a top‑performing luxury real estate broker at Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty, with eight years of Steamboat brokerage experience, multiple record-setting sales, and a proven history of delivering development projects in Steamboat Springs and beyond. A University of Colorado Leeds School of Business marketing graduate, he honed his business acumen over nine years at Smartwool (VF Corp) before co‑founding and scaling SmartPads—a luxury prefab home building company that delivered over 50 residential and commercial projects to mountain towns across the Western U.S., culminating in a successful sale & exit. He also led an international luxury residential development in Costa Rica. Drawing on that global perspective and Sotheby’s international network, Ryan delivers sophisticated market intelligence and an insider’s view of what it takes to satisfy discerning luxury buyers and sellers at every price point. Recognized with Sotheby’s Global Summit Awards (2017–2023) and named among RealTrends America’s Best (Top 1.5% in 2023), Ryan combines hands‑on construction and brand‑building expertise with sharp negotiation skills, compelling storytelling, and a highly tailored, boutique approach. He’s set multiple sales records as listing agent in premier neighborhoods like the Sunlight Subdivision, Steamboat Pines, and The Sanctuary. As a dedicated buyer’s advocate, he educates clients thoroughly—arming them with the market insights and strategic guidance needed to make confident decisions that meet their unique lifestyle & financial goals. His insider understanding of construction and development gives clients a unique edge in navigating the nuances of Steamboat Springs and Routt County real estate. He’s passionate about all things Steamboat and loves blending each client’s needs with everything this remarkable region has to offer. Fluent in Spanish and an avid skier, mountain biker, fly‑fisherman, rafter, and aspiring surfer, and former member of a Grammy‑nominated bluegrass band, Ryan treasures life in Steamboat Springs with his wife, Lulu (Owner of Amuse Bouche Catering), and two kids. Let Ryan’s expertise be the driving force behind your next real estate success. Education & Awards B.S. Marketing, University of Colorado (2006) International Business Degree, Universidad Pablo de Olavide — Seville, Spain 2018 Steamboat Sotheby’s Rookie of The Year Certified Negotiation Expert Sotheby’s Global Summit Award (2017–2023) #steamboatrealestate #steamboatsprings #2025recap #coloradorealestate #coloradorealestateinvesting #mountains www.steamboatsprings.luxury https://youtu.be/6CLLJFe-8BM Ryan Cox is a Boutique luxury real estate advisor and broker with Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty and host of Steamboat Real Estate & Investing. A longtime Steamboat resident, Ryan brings an entrepreneurial and investment perspective to real estate shaped by experience in residential construction, development and real estate investment & lifestyle properties. He previously co-founded SmartPads, a Steamboat-based modular construction company, which he led, grew and ultimately sold in 2024. Today, Ryan advises buyers, sellers and investors across the Yampa Valley, combining local market knowledge with firsthand experience in lifestyle properties, construction, development, entrepreneurship and real estate investing. Steamboat Real Estate & Investing explores real estate, investing, entrepreneurship and the people building interesting businesses and lives in Steamboat Springs. www.ryancoxrealestate.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryancoxsteamboat/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RyanCoxRE Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/12Mckmps9GzzsA0CLnLcs2 Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/steamboat-real-estate-investing-with-ryan-cox/id1814625853 Email: Ryan.Cox@Steamboatsir.com

  8. Jan 14

    What Makes Steamboat Different: Olympians on Sport, Community, and Building a Life Here

    In this episode of Steamboat Real Estate & Investing, I sit down with Olympic athletes Nelson Carmichael and Caroline Lalive to explore what truly makes Steamboat different. We talk about growing up in Steamboat Springs — how the town has changed, what has remained constant, and the moments early on when skiing shifted from something they did after school to something that would shape their lives. Nelson and Caroline reflect on defining moments in their competitive careers, the realities of the Olympic journey, and the experiences people don’t always see behind the results. The conversation also goes beyond sport, touching on why Steamboat continues to produce world-class athletes, how local schools and the Winter Sports Club play a role in shaping kids here, and what it’s like to raise families in a small mountain town built around commitment, balance, and community. We also dive into building homes in Steamboat — from recent construction projects to how they think about risk, design, timing, and buyer preferences in today’s evolving market. It’s a thoughtful look at why people choose to build here, why many choose to stay, and how place, lifestyle, and long-term thinking intersect in Steamboat Springs. This episode is about more than skiing or real estate — it’s about understanding what makes Steamboat work, and why it continues to attract families, athletes, and investors looking to build a life here. #SteamboatSprings #SkiTownUSA #SteamboatRealEstate #MountainTownLiving #RealEstatePodcast #CommunityMatters  Ryan Cox is a Boutique luxury real estate advisor and broker with Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty and host of Steamboat Real Estate & Investing. A longtime Steamboat resident, Ryan brings an entrepreneurial and investment perspective to real estate shaped by experience in residential construction, development and real estate investment & lifestyle properties. He previously co-founded SmartPads, a Steamboat-based modular construction company, which he led, grew and ultimately sold in 2024. Today, Ryan advises buyers, sellers and investors across the Yampa Valley, combining local market knowledge with firsthand experience in lifestyle properties, construction, development, entrepreneurship and real estate investing. Steamboat Real Estate & Investing explores real estate, investing, entrepreneurship and the people building interesting businesses and lives in Steamboat Springs. www.ryancoxrealestate.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryancoxsteamboat/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RyanCoxRE Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/12Mckmps9GzzsA0CLnLcs2 Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/steamboat-real-estate-investing-with-ryan-cox/id1814625853 Email: Ryan.Cox@Steamboatsir.com

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Welcome to the Steamboat Real Estate & Investing Podcast, your inside track to real estate, mountain living, and intelligent investing in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.Hosted by Ryan Cox, licensed real estate broker with Steamboat Sotheby's International Realty, entrepreneur, investor, and co-founder of a national luxury prefab company, this show goes beyond the listings to reveal what’s moving the market — from new developments to current events and local trends. 🎙️ Each episode features a guest who offers real-world insights on buying, building, and maintaining property in the Yampa Valley. We will share insider knowledge and strategies to help you build wealth, lifestyle, and lasting impact through real estate in Steamboat.Subscribe now to stay informed, sharpen your approach, and make smarter real estate decisions in Steamboat.

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