Built in the 'Boat | A Sit Down with Eric Anthony Builders

The latest episode of Steamboat Real Estate & Investing is live, and if you're considering a remodel or new build in Steamboat Springs, this one's packed with real-world insight you won't find anywhere else.

I sit down with Eric Anthony, President of Eric Anthony Builders, to unpack what it's really like to build or renovate in the 'Boat. We cover:

✅ Real-time costs to remodel and build in Steamboat
✅ What the build process actually looks like
✅ How long you should expect a remodel or new build to take
✅ The key differences between building in the City vs. Routt County
✅ The nuances of mountain construction and climate considerations
✅ Big-ticket cost drivers, from excavation to finishes
✅ Popular finish trends and material choices in 2025
✅ The emotional roller coaster of construction, and how to stay grounded
✅ And what happens when a project goes south, and how to avoid it

We also dig into some important numbers:

🔨 Remodels starting around $150/sq ft
🏗️ New builds ranging from $550–$700/sq ft
📊 Over $120.5M in construction already permitted in Routt County this year

🎧 Whether you're in planning mode or just curious about what it takes to build in the mountains, this episode delivers honest, practical insight you can use.

Listen to the Podcast on Spotify here: open.spotify.com/show/12Mckmps9GzzsA0CLnLcs2