In 2025, we’re seeing a 10-year high in properties hitting the “For Sale” market across the mountain communities we serve. Many of these listings belong to long-time second-homeowners—people who once enjoyed their mountain getaway year-round, but whose life circumstances have changed. The most common story we hear? “The kids are grown, no one uses the place anymore, and now it just sits empty.” When this happens, homeowners often face a crossroads: Sell the property outright, or Work with us for long-term rental management to start generating income. But here’s something many sellers don’t know—if you decide to sell, you may be able to take advantage of a powerful tax strategy that can save you thousands (or more) in capital gains taxes: the 1031 Exchange. What Is a 1031 Exchange? A 1031 Exchange (named after Section 1031 of the IRS tax code) allows you to sell an investment property and reinvest the proceeds into another “like-kind” investment property—without paying capital gains taxes right away. Instead, those taxes are deferred, keeping more of your money working for you. Read more about 1031 Exchange with Doorloop HERE . Key Benefits of a 1031 Exchange Tax Deferral – Postpone paying capital gains taxes so you can reinvest your full equity. Portfolio Growth – Upgrade to a larger or better-performing property without losing money to taxes. Geographic Flexibility – Move your investment from one market to another (mountains to beach, city to suburbs, etc.). Estate Planning Advantages – Heirs can receive a stepped-up basis if you hold the property until your passing, potentially avoiding capital gains altogether. How Snow Capped Can Help We’re more than just property managers—we’re your local partner in real estate sales, acquisitions, and investment strategy. If you’re thinking about selling your mountain home, we can: Evaluate your property’s market value and determine the best timing to list. Connect you with trusted 1031 Exchange intermediaries to ensure IRS compliance. Help you identify and purchase your next investment property—whether it’s here in Grand County or somewhere entirely different. Offer ongoing rental management so your new property generates income from day one. Why Act Now? With 2025 inventory at a decade high, buyers have more options—and motivated sellers need a competitive strategy. By pairing a well-timed sale with a 1031 Exchange, you can unlock equity, minimize taxes, and reposition your portfolio for long-term success. Let’s Talk About Your Options Whether you want to sell, buy, rent out, or reposition your investment portfolio, Snow Capped has the expertise and local insight to help you succeed. 📞 Call us today to learn how we can help you navigate the 1031 Exchange process and make the most of your mountain home investment—while keeping more money in your pocket.

Why Your Vote (and Review) Matters: Help Snow Capped Shine in the 2025 Best of Grand! At Snow Capped Properties, we’ve always believed that relationships matter more than transactions. That’s why so much of our growth has come through word of mouth from people like you—homeowners, tenants, and community members who value trusted partnerships. Today, we’re asking for a quick favor: if you’ve had a positive experience with our team, we’d be incredibly grateful if you could vote for Snow Capped in the 2025 Best of Grand awards. Every vote not only means the world to our small, local team—it also helps future homeowners and quality tenants find the right rental home with the right people supporting them. What sets us apart? While we’re listed alongside other property management companies in the Best of Grand ballot, all of them specialize in short-term vacation rentals. Snow Capped is proud to be Grand County’s only dedicated long-term and seasonal rental management company. That focus allows us to serve both homeowners and tenants with care and consistency year-round. Of course, we know there’s always room to improve (just ask my wife, Kate!). If there’s anything we could be doing better, we’re always open to honest feedback. Thank you for supporting local. Whether through a vote, a Google or Yelp review, or simply spreading the word, your support means more than you know. The Snow Capped Properties Team https://www.skyhinews.com/bestofgrand2025#/ Under Home category > click Property Management Company, Vacation Rental > Vote for Snow Capped Properties