Kira Taylor

Real Estate Advisor, REALTOR®
License#: FA100030706

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Explore Eagle County and Western Colorado Real Estate from Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Colorado Properties was founded in 1971 by John Slevin and is currently owned by his son, Michael Slevin. We started out as a one-office company located in Vail, Colorado and then opened our second office in Beaver Creek, Colorado when Beaver Creek was founded as a Colorado ski resort. At that time, we had about ten real estate brokers and two offices in the Vail Valley. Today we have grown into a wonderful company with over one hundred real estate brokers, 14 real estate offices throughout Western Colorado, and one vacation and property management office located in the Vail Valley. We have now expanded into Summit County, Mesa County, Montrose County, Telluride, Durango, and Winter Park. We are still family owned and operated and continue to maintain our position in leading real estate sales in the Vail Valley.

February Real Estate News

By Kira Taylor - February 08, 2023
REAL ESTATE NEWS | EAGLE COUNTY Upside in Today's Market The local market is experiencing much of what the country is - activity from buyers, inventory levels rising, and pockets of strength and weakness in neighborhoods and price ranges. As an example, Beaver Creek saw a wave of activity in January with homes listed at $22.9m, $15.445m, and $8.995m (just to name a few) all go under contra

Experts Forecast a Turnaround in the Housing Market in 2023

By Kira Taylor - February 06, 2023
The housing market has gone through a lot of change recently, and much of that was a result of how quickly mortgage rates rose last year. Now, as we move through 2023, there are signs things are finally going to turn around. Home price appreciation is slowing from the recent frenzy, mortgage rates are coming down, inflation is easing, and overall market activity is starting to pick up. All of tha

Think Twice Before Waiting for 3% Mortgage Rates

By Kira Taylor - January 31, 2023
Last year, the Federal Reserve took action to try to bring down inflation. In response to those efforts, mortgage rates jumped up rapidly from the record lows we saw in 2021, peaking at just over 7% last October. Hopeful buyers experienced a hit to their purchasing power as a result, and some decided to press pause on their plans. Today, the rate of inflation is starting to drop. And as a result,

An Insider's Perspective on Life in the Vail Valley

By Kira Taylor - January 26, 2023
If you're looking for a place to call home that offers year-round outdoor recreation, breathtaking views, and a vibrant community, look no further than the Vail Valley. From skiing and snowboarding in the winter to camping and hiking in the summer, the Vail Valley has something for everyone! But what is it really like living in the Vail Valley? Let's take an insider's look. Unbeatable Views

January is Radon Action Month!

By Kira Taylor - January 23, 2023
January is Radon Action Month—a time to raise awareness and create action plans to reduce radon exposure. But what is radon, and why should you care? Let's break down what this gas is, why it matters, and how you can protect your home. What is Radon? Radon is a naturally occurring, odorless, colorless gas in most soils. This gas can enter homes through cracks in floors or walls, gaps around p

A Guide to Selling Your Home

By Kira Taylor - January 19, 2023
Selling your home can be intimidating, especially when figuring out the value of your property in a constantly shifting real estate market. Several factors, such as economic fluctuations, interest rates, and consumer demand, can influence market activity. It's essential to have a deep understanding of these forces so that you can maximize your home's value and get the most out of your sale. Kn

Celebrate Vail's 10th Mountain Legacy!

By Kira Taylor - January 13, 2023
Celebrate Vail's 10th Mountain Legacy with a Parade! While Vail, Colorado, may be best known for its world-class skiing and beauty, it is also known as the home to the 10th Mountain Division, an elite group of soldiers who trained to fight in harsh mountain terrain during World War II. In 1944, The Tenth was called to battle to break through the German defensive line that spanned Italy’s Apennin

January Real Estate News

By Kira Taylor - January 11, 2023
Happy New Year! Unlike the steady (frantic) pace of 2021, the real estate market experienced some significant changes during 2022. The first quarter was a follow-through of the hyper-activity our markets saw in 2020/2021 but the inflation and interest rate increases changed the pace of sales beginning in June. As a result, Eagle County's residential real estate market declined by about 24% in

December Real Estate News

By Kira Taylor - December 12, 2022
Overall Market Slows - Positive Signs Emerging Since the onset of the stock market decline and inflation and interest rate levels rising this spring, the overall Eagle County real estate market activity levels have been slowing. While it is almost unfair to compare today's market to the harried state of 2021, the numbers in November of this year compared to both 2021 and pre-pandemic November o

November Real Estate News

By Kira Taylor - November 18, 2022
Reason For Optimism in Uncertain Times Many headlines have generated uncertainty around the local and national housing market. Lower inventory, inflation and interest rates have created pause in the market. And while our very active market did need to rebalance, opportunities await those who are ready to make a move to buy or sell. Depending on who you listen to, the U.S. economy is or will be in

Heading into Summer: Eagle County Real Estate Market Report

By Kira Taylor - June 16, 2022
Heading into Summer: Eagle County Real Estate Market Report The Summer real estate market in the Vail Valley and Eagle County are showing many positive signs. A combination of our natural market cycle, along with sellers taking advantage of active buyer demand, has brought inventory levels up, affording more options for those looking to purchase in our market. Although national headlines portend

25-Year Vail Valley Resident Re-Joins Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Colorado Properties

By Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Colorado Properties - February 22, 2022
25-year Vail Valley resident Kira Taylor re-joins Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Colorado Properties as Broker Associate VAIL, Colo. (February 22, 2022) Former Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Colorado Properties Broker Associate Kira Taylor has returned to the company and its Edwards office after serving as managing director with Coldwell Banker. A native of Colorado, Taylor was born and rais

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