Full Circle with The Christi Reece Group

Condo financing is changing, and if you own a condo, are thinking about buying one, or plan to sell in the next few years, these changes could matter more than you think. In this episode of the Full Circle Podcast , REALTOR® Dylan Warner with The Christi Reece Group sits down with local lender Rick Reynolds of Fairway Mortgage to break down the latest changes from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and wh...

In this episode of Fresh Foundations, we sit down with Dave Hancock of Mag 7 Construction & Development and Kim Ferrans, New Construction/Development Realtor®, for a wide-ranging conversation on what it really takes to build custom in today's market. Dave shares the story behind Mag 7 Construction & Development's rebrand from Porter Homes, what's changed, what's stayed...

What really goes into commercial real estate after the “For Lease or For Sale” sign goes up? In this episode, we’re taking you behind the scenes of CRG’s Commercial Real Estate and Property Management division to explore the people, services, and strategy that keep commercial properties running smoothly. From leasing and property management to working with owners, tenants, and investors, we’re bre...

Buying your first home can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to. In this episode, we break down the home buying process from the first conversation with a lender and REALTOR® all the way through inspections, appraisal, closing, and getting the keys. We’re covering what first-time buyers often get wrong, including the myth that you need 20% down, how pre-qualification works, what to expect from...

Radon. Roofs. Foundation cracks. Crawl spaces nobody wants to enter. We're breaking down the home inspection — what it covers, what it misses, and how to read the report without spiraling. REALTOR® Karen Sadler sits down with Jeremy Robinson, of Igneous Inspections for a Deep Dive on home inspections. Whether you're buying, selling, or just curious what's happening under your own ho...

Mesa County covers 3,300 square miles — and Sheriff Todd Rowell is responsible for all of it. In this episode, we sit down with the man behind the badge. Rowell walks us through growing up on the Western Slope in a small coal-mining town, his years in the Marine Corps, and the decision to come back to Western Colorado and start at the bottom as a patrol deputy in 2000. From there, it's 26 yea...

You’ve got real estate questions. We’ve got an expert. 🎙️ Welcome back to The Inner Circle, where we sit down with local real estate experts to get straight answers to the questions buyers, sellers, and homeowners are actually asking. In this episode, we’re putting REALTORS® Doug & Lindsey Yochem in the hot seat. 🔥 From navigating today’s market to what clients should know before making their...

The closing process for a real estate transaction is a large component of a successful deal. This episode features a discussion on title insurance and how a real estate closing works. REALTOR® Shelly Cross and Julie Brownell, with Land Title Company, sit down to discuss its importance and how it works!  The Full Circle Podcast - compelling interviews and incredible tales from Colorado's Weste...

What does it take to build something from the ground up — literally? Fresh Foundations is the podcast where we dig into what's actually happening in new construction real estate right here on the Western Slope of Colorado. The Full Circle Podcast - compelling interviews and incredible tales from Colorado's Western Slope. The Christi Reece Group provides ReFreshing Real Estate services in...

Christi Reece sits down with Lena and Kathy Elliott, a family well known in the Grand Valley for their deep involvement in the local tennis community and higher education. Christi learns how they got to Grand Junction, their start in the tennis community, their involvement with initiatives for Colorado Mesa University and the City of Grand Junction, and their hopes for the future of tennis in the...

REALTOR® Mike Tofel breaks down a variety of topics from buying and selling, to competing offers, and the things homeowners can do to make their home stand out from others, and more!  The Full Circle Podcast - compelling interviews and incredible tales from Colorado's Western Slope. The Christi Reece Group provides ReFreshing Real Estate services in Grand Junction, Fruita, Palisade and surrou...

We sit down with Spencer Marsh, a local Mortgage Loan Originator with Highlands Mortgage to better understand how the lending industry contributes to the success of a real estate transaction.  In this episode, you'll learn about the role of a lender, the importance of an agent & lender relationship, common misconceptions and much more!  The Full Circle Podcast - compelling interviews and...

Grand Valley: State of the Market - New Construction Style - Introducing Fresh Foundations - A brand new segment of the podcast you already love. Fresh Foundations is the podcast where we dig into what's actually happening in new construction real estate right here on the Western Slope of Colorado. Build and Development Coordinator Kerry Seriani sits down with Jen Taylor and Christi Reece of...

Christi Reece sits down with Emily Krause, Superintendent for Parks & Rec, and Nicole Reeves, Manager of the Community Rec Center, for an in-depth look at the various summer programs for all ages, an update on the new $100 million Community Rec Center and what guests can expect, as well as the other various recreational programs and opportunities that are available to the community!  The Full...

REALTORS® Karen and Christina Sadler sit down to answer commonly asked questions and misconceptions around the homebuying and selling process. They go over common buying basics, first time homebuyer questions, and tips to know and prepare yourself whether you're in the market now or preparing to be in the future.  The Full Circle Podcast - compelling interviews and incredible tales from Color...

Christi Reece sits down with the members of the HBA of Western Colorado for a roundtable discussion.  The HBA is a professional organization that serves the Grand Valley and surrounding areas. Beyond hosting events like the Home Expo and the Parade of Homes, the HBA functions as an advocate for the building industry and its consumers, providing programs such as Careers in Construction and charitab...

Grand Junction City Manager Mike Bennett joins host Christi Reece on the Full Circle Podcast to share what's happening in Colorado's Western Slope hub city - and where it's headed. Now nearly a year and a half into his role, Mike talks through the city's updated strategic plan, a major leadership restructuring, and why transparent communication with the public drives everything...

For this month's Full Circle Podcast, Christi assembled some of the most experienced agents on our team to discuss the current real estate industry in the Grand Valley, how things have changed, the effect of technology and AI, and what we're looking forward to. Check out Christi Reece's conversation with REALTORS® Reece Stanley, Karen Sadler, Jen Taylor, Christina Sadler, and Mike T...

Do you know all the resources that Hilltop provides to our community? President Will Hays sits down with Christi to talk about their new location in Downtown Grand Junction, how it has centralized their operations, and the breadth of services their organization provides on Colorado's Western Slope. From support with accessing medical care, to therapeutic services, to family support, to care f...

Looking for something fun to do with the family? Check out this interview with Shenna Hayden, the Executive Director of the Museums of Western Colorado, for this month's Full Circle Podcast. She tells REALTOR® Reece Stanley all about the three great museums that showcase our local history -  Museum of the West, Dinosaur Journey, and Cross Orchards Historic Site. If you prefer to watch your po...

Christi sits down with Economist and Colorado Mesa University Professor, Nathan Perry, for this month's Full Circle Podcast. They discuss the Grand Valley economy and demographics, the impact of AI on jobs, and a whole lot more for this fascinating episode! If you prefer to watch your podcasts, head over to our YouTube page to watch this and all our episodes!

Christi and Karen sit down with Ed Lenhart, President of JCI Construction, to talk about what projects they have underway and their mission to keep costs down so that new homes are more accessible to more people on this month's Full Circle Podcast. If you're looking for new construction, Barrick Estates has options now, and Orchard Highlands is coming in the spring! Give Karen a call at...

Do you know that School District 51 has a foundation that supports our schools, teachers, and kids? Christi sits down with Executive Director Angela Christensen to learn more about all the great things the Foundation is doing for our local schools! Learn more about the D51 Foundation HERE !

Libraries are essential to the vitality of our community. Christi sits down with Mesa County Libraries Executive Director, Michelle Boisvenue-Fox, to hear about all the programs and resources the library provides, threats to funding, the upcoming 125th anniversary of the library, and more on this month's Full Circle Podcast! Get a library card, check out upcoming events, and learn more about...

Christi talks with Jeff Zimmerman, President of Fort + Home, about real estate investing, renovating historic buildings (including the beautiful Hotel Melrose in Downtown Grand Junction), and the exciting affordable housing project they are working on in Orchard Mesa, in the Grand Valley area of Western Colorado. Learn more about Fort + Home at their website . Like to watch your podcasts? Check ou...