As we wrap up 2025 and Mirr Ranch Group’s 20th year, Haley is joined by MRG founder Ken Mirr for a wide-ranging conversation on where the market stands today, and where it’s headed next.

With two decades of experience in the rearview mirror, they break down the trends shaping ranch real estate across the West, from who’s buying and what’s driving deals to why costs continue to rise. Ken shares insight into how wealth, stewardship, and land use intersect, why the ranch real estate market remains resilient, and where opportunity may emerge in 2026 and beyond.

Join us for a special interview as we look back at the lessons learned over the last 20 years, reflect on 2025, and look ahead. We'll explore the future of land ownership and how to navigate the increasingly complex world of ranch real estate.

And most importantly, from all of us at Mirr Ranch Group, happy holidays!

Topics

[0:00] Intro: A Year in Review 2025 Ranch Real Estate

[4:10] Buyer Evolution & What Still Drives Demand

[10:30] Traditional Ranchers and Shifting Operations

[17:20] Conservation & New Income Streams

[20:50] Why Expertise Matters

[23:00] Looking Back: Lessons from 20 Years in Ranch Real Estate

[29:10] Valuation Realities & Pricing Ranches Correctly

[34:30] Market Stability, Listings & What the Numbers Say

[38:15] Opportunities Ahead in Ranching

[42:10] Stewardship, Legacy & The Next Generation

[47:45] Closing Thoughts: Looking to 2026 & Beyond

Need professional help finding, buying or selling a legacy ranch, contact us:

Mirr Ranch Group

901 Acoma Street

Denver, CO 80204

Phone: (303) 623-4545

https://www.MirrRanchGroup.com/

We’re walking in a winter wonderland through one of the most sought-after luxury markets in the world — Aspen, Colorado — and it’s not slowing down. This week, Haley welcomes back Michael Latousek of Douglas Elliman for a fresh look at what’s changed since 2024 and what’s ahead this ski season.

From record-setting sales to the rise of “quiet luxury,” they dig into tight inventory, construction pressures, privacy trends, and why winter remains prime time for buyers in the Roaring Fork Valley. Whether you’re exploring an investment in Aspen or simply love a peek at world-class alpine living, tune in for a little mountain magic and big-time market insight.

Topics

[0:00] Welcome back, Michael Latousek!

[2:50] What’s new in the Aspen market 2025

[6:50] Tight markets and even tighter building restrictions

[13:45] Advice for buyers entering the Aspen market

[19:00] What’s selling now?

[25:45] Why people can’t get enough of Aspen

[34:40] Privacy, security, and the rise of gated communities

[38:30] Pros and cons of off-market deals

[42:20] Closing thoughts and where to find Michael

Links

Douglas Elliman - Michael Latousek

Michael's Listings

Need professional help finding, buying or selling a legacy ranch, contact us:

Mirr Ranch Group

901 Acoma Street

Denver, CO 80204

Phone: (303) 623-4545

https://www.MirrRanchGroup.com/

Fresh off Thanksgiving, Haley gives you a solo-sode this week featuring another way you can give thanks this year: Colorado Gives Day. This year, we’re highlighting four nonprofits that play an important role in the future of Colorado’s land, culture, and communities. From statewide conservation to urban green spaces, Western art, education, and research, we revisit some of our past conversations and partners to showcase why these organizations matter, and what you can do to show your support.

Colorado Gives Day is happening this year on December 9th. If you’re passionate about working lands, Western heritage, or just simply conservation across the state, this episode can serve as your guide to meaningful giving in Colorado.

Topics

[0:00] Intro: What is Colorado Gives Day?

[1:53] Colorado Cattlemen’s Agricultural Land Trust (CCALT)

[12:10] Denver Botanic Gardens

[17:26] Coors Western Art Show & Young Guns

[22:43] High Line Canal Conservancy

[25:35] How to Give on CGD

Links

Colorado Gives Day

Growing Conservation in Colorado with Denver Botanic Gardens

Protecting Colorado's Legacy: A Conversation with CCALT's Erik Glenn

From Cattle to Canvas - The Art of GL Richardson

The Picturesque Narrative of the West Through Art

Need professional help finding, buying or selling a legacy ranch, contact us:

Mirr Ranch Group

901 Acoma Street

Denver, CO 80204

Phone: (303) 623-4545

https://www.MirrRanchGroup.com/