Donna Mae Hoots, Broker, NextHome Mountain Properties

09/09/2026

☀️ August Real Estate Snapshot | Steamboat Springs

Summer may be wrapping up, but there’s still plenty happening in our local real estate market. August brought another month of new listings, contracts and closings across Steamboat Springs.

Real estate is always hyper-local, and the market for a downtown condo can look very different from a mountain-area townhome or single-family home. If you’d like to know what’s happening in the segment you’re watching, I’d be happy to dig into the details.

Donna Mae Hoots
970.846.1823
[email protected]
DonnaMaeHoots.com

Steamboat Springs, CO

09/03/2026

🏡✨ If you're temporarily leaving your home, whether it's a seasonal departure or for a move or renovations, safeguarding it is essential. Here are tips to protect your precious space while you're away:
-Secure Doors and Windows: Ensure all entry points are locked and secure.
-Alarm System: Consider installing or activating a security alarm system.
-Timers for Lights: Use timers to make it look like someone is home by turning lights on and off.
-Neighborly Help: Notify a trusted neighbor or friend about your absence; they can keep an eye out.
-Mail and Deliveries: Stop mail and package deliveries or ask someone to collect them.
-Landscaping: Maintain your yard to avoid the appearance of neglect.
-Temperature Control: Adjust your thermostat to prevent extreme temperatures inside.
-Check Insurance: Ensure your homeowner's insurance covers vacant periods.
-Regular Inspections: Periodically visit or have someone inspect the property.
-Emergency Contacts: Leave contact info with someone in case of emergencies.
Remember, a little preparation can go a long way in keeping your home safe and sound!

Donna Mae Hoots
970.846.1823
[email protected]
DonnaMaeHoots.com

Steamboat Springs, CO

08/31/2026

Buying a house is a major endeavor. 🏡 To ensure the process goes as smoothly as possible, here are a few things you need to do to prepare to apply for a mortgage. 📄 If you’re at the stage of your life where you’re considering buying a home, you’ll likely need to secure a mortgage to make your payments affordable and reasonable over the next few decades.

Donna Mae Hoots
970.846.1823
[email protected]
DonnaMaeHoots.com

Steamboat Springs, CO

08/29/2026

08/28/2026

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08/27/2026

One of the biggest reasons why FSBOs fail in real estate is because the homeowner doesn’t have the time or availability to handle inquiries on their home or time to show it. Home buyers and buyers agents want quick responses on their inquiries, otherwise, they will often move onto the next potential property.

Donna Mae Hoots
970.846.1823
[email protected]
DonnaMaeHoots.com

Steamboat Springs, CO

08/24/2026

While it’s important for your entire home to feel welcoming, focusing on your highlighted rooms can make all the difference when staging. ✨🏡 If your cozy living room is a key selling point, be sure it’s staged to shine, helping buyers instantly imagine themselves relaxing and gathering there.

Donna Mae Hoots
970.846.1823
[email protected]
DonnaMaeHoots.com

Steamboat Springs, CO

08/20/2026

Home appraisals are a crucial part of the buying and selling process. An appraiser’s job is to provide an unbiased estimate of a home’s value, usually on behalf of the lender. They assess things like the property’s square footage, condition, location, updates, and comparable recent sales. A low appraisal can impact loan approval and negotiations, while a high one can provide peace of mind. ✅ Preparing the home—cleaning up, making small repairs—can help make a positive impression during the visit.



Donna Mae Hoots
970.846.1823
[email protected]
DonnaMaeHoots.com

Steamboat Springs, CO

Search Steamboat Springs and Routt County real estate - luxury, ski, resort and mountain homes, condos and land for sale - with NextHome Mountain Properties.

08/18/2026

🏔️ JUST LISTED | THE RANCH AT STEAMBOAT
📍 1715 RANCH RD, #510
💰$1,495,000| 3 BD • 3 BA | 1,554 SQ FT | MLS

Big views. Corner location. Endless Steamboat potential. ✨

Commanding some of the best views at The Ranch at Steamboat, this light-filled 3-bedroom corner residence puts the Steamboat Ski Area front and center from its private outdoor spaces.

Inside, a spacious multi-level floor plan creates plenty of room to gather and unwind, with a cozy wood-burning fireplace, open kitchen, dining and living areas, and an attached one-car garage with built-in storage for skis and mountain gear.

Enjoy an impressive lineup of community amenities—including a heated outdoor pool, hot tubs, saunas, fitness center, seasonal tennis and pickleball courts, winter shuttle service, and more.

And with a location in Steamboat’s Green Zone for short-term rentals, the possibilities are wide open: mountain getaway, primary residence, or investment opportunity.

Come for the views. Stay for the potential. 🏔️