Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Colorado Springs Real Estate Experts
The Rawhide Company has been a trusted name in Colorado real estate since 1973, established by Ken Barber, a decorated Air Force veteran and visionary land developer. As one of El Paso County's oldest independent real estate firms, we specialize in residential and land sales, property management, and mediation services, serving communities across five Colorado counties. Our expertise extends to custom home construction through The Rawhide Company Homes, Inc., and resolving real estate disputes through certified mediation practices. With decades of combined experience, our team of licensed professionals prioritizes ethical standards, continuing education, and personalized service.We maintain active involvement in local real estate associations and community development initiatives, ensuring our clients receive unparalleled market knowledge and transactional support. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our long-standing reputation for integrity, client-focused solutions, and deep understanding of Colorado's unique real estate landscape.
Services
Residential Sales
Land Sales
Property Management
Real Estate Mediation
Custom Home Building
Expert Witness Services
Land Development
Real Estate Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of Colorado real estate expertise since 1973
- Our team includes certified mediation specialists for dispute resolution
- We provide comprehensive services from land development to property management
- Our brokers hold advanced designations like GRI, CRB, and CCIM
- We maintain active involvement in local real estate associations and education
Services
Residential Sales
We specialize in residential property transactions across Colorado's Front Range. Our agents provide market analysis, pricing strategies, and negotiation expertise for buyers and sellers. With deep local knowledge and access to MLS listings, we help clients find or sell homes in Colorado Springs and surrounding areas.
Land Sales
Our land sales division handles vacant lots, acreage, and development properties. We offer site evaluations, zoning information, and investment analysis for rural and urban land parcels. Our team has facilitated over 25,000 acres of land transactions since our founding.
Property Management
We provide comprehensive property management services including tenant screening, maintenance coordination, and financial reporting. Our experienced team ensures compliance with Colorado landlord-tenant laws while maximizing property value and rental income for owners.
Real Estate Mediation
Our certified mediators facilitate resolution of real estate disputes through confidential negotiations. Services cover earnest money conflicts, boundary issues, and contract disagreements. We offer court-recommended mediation with flat-rate pricing and flexible scheduling options.
Custom Home Building
Through The Rawhide Company Homes, Inc., we offer custom home construction services. Our building division handles design coordination, permitting, and project management for clients seeking personalized residential developments on purchased land parcels.
People
Doug Barber
President / Broker
Licensed since 1975, Doug Barber leads The Rawhide Company as President and Broker. He holds multiple designations including GRI, CRB, and CCIM. With mediation certification and extensive land development experience, he continues his father's legacy in Colorado real estate.
Porsche Harvey
Director of Operations
Porsche Harvey oversees operations and accounting at The Rawhide Company. With over 15 years of experience, she manages sales and property management divisions while assisting clients with real estate transactions and investment property sales.
Susan Wilson
Broker Associate
A Colorado broker since 1986, Susan Wilson brings decades of experience in residential sales and property management. Former owner of Black Forest Bed & Breakfast, she offers practical insights into home buying and investment properties.
Bryan Washburn
Broker Associate
Bryan Washburn specializes in land and residential sales with a focus on northern El Paso County. A second-generation Colorado native, he provides local market expertise and personalized service for buyers and sellers.
Questions
What real estate services does The Rawhide Company offer?
We specialize in residential and land sales, property management, mediation services, custom home building, and real estate consulting across five Colorado counties.
How long has The Rawhide Company been in business?
The The Rawhide Company Company has served Colorado real estate clients since 1973, making us one of the state's oldest independent brokerages.
Do you offer dispute resolution services?
Yes, we provide certified real estate mediation and expert witness services for property-related disputes and litigation support.
What areas do you serve?
We operate in El Paso, Teller, Southern Douglas, Elbert, and Western Lincoln Counties, including Colorado Springs and surrounding communities.
Are your agents certified professionals?
Our brokers hold advanced designations including GRI, CRB, CCIM, and mediation certifications from recognized industry institutions.
