Giordan Thompson

If you’re a first-time buyer or thinking about moving to Denver, 2026 probably feels confusing. Standing alone in a quiet suburban neighborhood, an individual contemplates the challenges and solitude of navigating the housing market. Rates still aren’t “low.” Prices aren’t crashing. And everyone online seems to have a different opinion. So instead of adding to the noise, I want to slow this down and tell you what actually matters, especially if you’re between 25 and 40 and trying to make a...

This isn’t a resolution. It’s a check-in. A few thoughts going into 2026 about consistency, clarity, and staying when it finally starts to make sense.

This year didn’t come with big wins or clean milestones, and for a while, that messed with my head. On the surface, it looked like slow progress. Underneath, something much bigger was happening. The Pivot Year is a behind-the-scenes look at what it actually feels like to build something from nothing, why setup years matter more than they get credit for, and why choosing alignment over comfort might be the most exciting move you ever make.