A recent survey from Bankrate asks prospective buyers to identify the biggest obstacles in their homebuying journey. It found that 36% of those polled said saving for a down payment is one of their primary hurdles to buying a home. If you feel the same way, the good news is there are many down payment assistance programs available that can help you achieve your homeownership goals. The key is understanding where to look and learning what options are available. Here’s some information ... read more

While the winter seasons are legendary in Vail, Colorado, summers are not to be underestimated. Vibrant wildflowers in yellow, red and purple bloom across the mountains, the hot sun bakes the blue sky and the cool nights keep the climate ideal. Enjoy nature in the day and in the warm evenings, explore Vail’s vibrant social scene.  Live music concerts happen all summer long. Imagine watching the sunset while you listen to a jam band, sip a beverage of choice and relax into the summer nights with your fri... read more

Summer is finally here which means we have a plethora of outdoor activities at our disposal and the summer months are a perfect time to explore the mountains while hiking the scenic trails of Durango. I have put together a list of some of the best hikes in the Durango area so whether you are a local or just visiting, be sure to plan a hike and share your pictures with us on social media!  Smelter Mountain Trail  Are you wanting to hike but you have afternoon plans? Then this is the perfect hike for you!... read more

About Us  Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties (CBDP) and Coldwell Banker Commercial Prime Properties (CBCPP) is a family of companies operating offices in Sun Valley and Twin Falls, Idaho, Steamboat Springs, Vail, Montrose, Telluride, Grand Junction and Durango, Colorado, Bozeman, Montana, and Overland Park, Kansas. We are an independently owned and operated company specializing in both residential and commercial real estate with international affiliation with Coldwell Banker, headquartered in New Jersey. ... read more

Experts in the real estate industry use a number of terms when they talk about what’s happening with home prices. And some of those words sound a bit similar but mean very different things. To help clarify what’s happening with home prices and where experts say they’re going, here’s a look at a few terms you may hear: Appreciation is when home prices increase. Depreciation is when home prices decrease. Deceleration is when home prices continue to appr... read more