Forbes Global Properties · JW Group · Telluride Properties

Colorado Since 1992  ·  Always Free to You

My Approach

A real person
in your corner.
Not just a broker.

Here's something most agents won't say: sometimes the best thing I can do is introduce you to someone else. Someone who knows your market inside and out, who's exactly right for your situation — and who I'd trust with my own family.

That's the whole model. I'm a real estate referral agent — licensed, but not trying to be your listing agent or buyer's agent. My job is to be the person who already knows the right broker wherever you want to be, and to make that introduction with real care and context.

I've spent over three decades living, working, and raising my kids in Colorado's mountain communities. Along the way — and on every trip since — I've made it a priority to connect with the best brokers wherever I go. A coffee in Malibu, a glass of wine in Aspen, a walk through a neighborhood in Charleston. Those conversations become the relationships that serve my clients for years. When you're ready to find a place, I help you find the right person to get you there.

And I genuinely care how it turns out. I stay in touch. I want to hear that you found your place and that you love it.

How I get paid — no mystery here

You pay me nothing. I earn a referral fee from the broker I introduce you to, and only when your transaction actually closes. If it doesn't work out, I don't make a dime. Simple as that.

01 We Talk

Tell me where you're dreaming of. I listen and ask good questions.

02 I Make the Match

I introduce you to the best broker I know for your exact situation.

03 You Find Your Place

I earn a referral from your broker only when you close. That's it.

"The right broker in the right market changes everything. Finding that person for you — that's my job."

— Jill Landman Alfond Broker Associate, JW Group  ·  Telluride Properties  ·  Forbes Global Properties
About Jill

A life lived
in full color.

Jill Landman Alfond, real estate referral agent and Broker Associate, Telluride Colorado
Jill Landman Alfond Telluride, CO

I moved to Colorado in 1992 and never looked back. Not because I had to stay — because I genuinely love it here.

I spent my Vail years doing work I loved: editing Vail Home Magazine, writing and producing a home design show for Plum TV where we told the stories of extraordinary homes through designers, architects, and builders. I founded Sugarlicious, a beloved candy and gelato shop that became a Denver institution. I served on nonprofit boards, raised two kids who grew up on these mountains, and built a life that felt full and real.

Four years ago I chose Telluride — deliberately and with both eyes open. Becoming a broker felt like the natural next chapter: I already knew the lifestyle, I already knew good people in every market, and I already cared deeply about helping people find places they love. That part hasn't changed.

I work with the JW Group at Telluride Properties, part of the Forbes Global Properties family. Almost all of my business comes from referrals — from friends, clients, and people who know that when Jill sends you somewhere, it's going to be good.

Editor · Vail Home Magazine Shaped how a community understood design, architecture & mountain living
Writer & Producer · Plum TV Home Show Told the stories of extraordinary homes through designers, architects & craftspeople
Founder · Sugarlicious, Denver Entrepreneur, community builder, and proof that joy is always a good strategy
Co-Founder & Editor · The Skinny Newsletter A free lifestyle newsletter — wellness, travel, food & the good life. 84 issues and growing.
Nonprofit Board Leadership · Vail Community service across multiple organizations; now actively engaging in Telluride
Forbes Global Properties · JW Group Invitation-only global network of the world's most respected luxury brokers
Jill hiking in Telluride mountains, fall foliage
Telluride, Colorado Mountain life,
fall trails
Jill at oceanfront table in Hawaii
Hawaii Ocean views,
tropical mornings
Jill at Lake Michigan golden hour
Lake Michigan Golden hour
on the lake
Jill overlooking the Mediterranean
Mediterranean Coastal life,
European style
Jill at Flora-Bama on the Gulf Coast
30A · Gulf Coast Beach bars
& Gulf sunsets
Jill after scuba diving in Hawaii
Hawaii Lava coast,
open water
Why Telluride

There's nowhere
quite like it.

People ask me why I left Vail for Telluride four years ago. The honest answer is that Telluride chose me as much as I chose it.

There's something about this town that's genuinely hard to explain until you've been here. It sits at the end of a box canyon — literally, there's only one way in — and that geography creates a community that's unusually tight, creative, unpretentious, and deeply connected to the land around it. The mountains are jaw-dropping. The festivals are world-class. The locals actually know each other.

It's also one of the most sought-after luxury markets in the country, and for good reason. Buyers here aren't just purchasing property — they're buying into a way of life that's increasingly rare: authentic, unhurried, extraordinary.

I live here. I love it here. And when someone tells me they're thinking about Telluride, I light up — because I get to be the person who helps them figure out if it's right for them. And when it is, I connect them with the JW Group at Telluride Properties — the team that knows this market better than anyone.

14,000ft Surrounding peaks
300+ Days of sunshine per year
1 Box canyon. One way in. That's the point.
Top 5 Luxury ski market in North America
The Skinny Newsletter

The curator
never stops.

Long before she was a broker, Jill was already in the business of curating the good life. The Skinny is her free lifestyle newsletter — wellness, food, travel, fitness, fashion, and the stuff your most interesting friend would text you.

84 issues in. Fresh every two weeks. Always free.

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"Helping you live a happier, healthier — and simply more fun — life."

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  • Wellness Vacations & the Gift of Art
  • Fall Fashion & Long Boozy Lunches
  • Year of the Horse & Snow Day Soup
What People Say

The proof is in
the people.

After two years of looking, Jill helped me find the right broker to sell my home — and that's exactly what I did, for a great price and in a really quick time frame. It really helped to have her do the homework so that when I met the realtor, I knew it was a good fit.

Julie W.

Home Seller

We were moving across the country to a brand new city and knew nobody — much less a real estate agent. We reached out to Jill and within a week we met a great agent who found a home that we are still enjoying ten years later. Thank you, Jill.

Lindsay F.

Buyer · Relocation

I was under the gun and didn't really know anyone in Utah — I needed to find a property quickly. Jill connected me with the best agent in the exact area where I wanted to buy. It was easy and painless, and I would highly recommend giving her a call.

M.O.

Buyer · Utah

I love working with Jill — she saves everyone time by making sure the client is a good fit for me. When she turns them over to me, they're educated and ready to get to work finding their perfect property.

Stacy

Broker Partner

I met Jill when she called to refer a client — she had done a lot of research on me before the introduction, so we were able to find a great spot for her client right away. It was a fast close and a happy buyer, and that homework she did ahead of time made all the difference.

Neil

Broker Partner

I just wrapped up my second deal with Jill. By the time she turns a client over to me, they have a clear sense of what they're looking for — and I'm able to help them with so much more efficiency. In this highly competitive market, that saved time is everything.

Brad

Realtor · Michigan

Jill and I have worked together for several years and I look forward to many more successful closings with her introductions.

J.H.

Broker Partner

The Network

Every market.
Someone great waiting for you.

Wherever I travel, I make it a point to connect with the best local brokers — a coffee, a glass of wine, a real conversation. Those moments turn into the relationships that serve my clients for years.

Mountain

Ski Destinations

Telluride, Vail, Aspen, Park City, Jackson Hole, Deer Valley & beyond.

Coastal

Beach & Ocean

The Hamptons, Malibu, Miami, Palm Beach, Nantucket, Hawaii & more.

Waterfront

Lake & River

Lake Michigan, Lake Tahoe, Adirondacks & premier freshwater communities.

Urban

City Residences

New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Denver & other world-class cities.

Desert

Sun & Desert

Scottsdale, Santa Fe, Palm Springs & the desert Southwest.

International

Global Luxury

Select European & Caribbean markets via Forbes Global Properties.

Ranch

Ranch & Land

Colorado, Wyoming, Montana & Texas ranch and agricultural properties.

Your Market

Don't see it?

Just ask. My network runs deeper than any list — I'll find the right person.

The Process

Really quite
simple.

My network isn't a directory. Every broker I recommend is someone I've sat across a table from — and trust completely.

I

We Have a Real Conversation

Tell me where you're dreaming of and how you want to live. I ask good questions, I actually listen, and I don't try to sell you anything.

II

I Introduce You to the Right Person

I connect you with the broker I'd send my own family to — someone who truly knows your market and will take great care of you.

III

You Find Your Place

I'm in your corner until the keys are in your hand. And happy long after.

Common Questions

Things people
always ask me.

How is this different from just calling a broker myself?

Anyone can call a broker. But how do you know they're the right one for you? I've spent years building personal relationships with trusted brokers in markets across the country. I know their strengths, their style, and who they're best suited for. I do the vetting — so when I make the introduction, it's a considered match, not a random click. And because I earn a referral fee from the broker (not from you), my only incentive is to make a great match.

Do I sign anything? Is there any obligation?

No obligation whatsoever. We have a conversation, and if I can help, I will. If the broker I introduce you to isn't the right fit, we'll figure it out. There's nothing to sign on your end and no strings attached.

Really — it costs me nothing?

Truly nothing. I earn a referral fee from the broker I introduce you to, and only when your transaction closes. If it doesn't close, I make nothing. You pay exactly what you'd pay working with any broker directly — my fee comes out of the commission that already exists in the transaction.

What if I already have a broker in mind?

Go with who you trust. I'm always happy to talk through your options or give a second opinion — even if that means pointing you back to someone you already know. I'm genuinely not trying to redirect anyone who has a great relationship already.

What markets do you cover?

I have broker relationships across ski destinations (Telluride, Vail, Aspen, Park City, Jackson Hole), coastal markets (The Hamptons, Malibu, Miami, Nantucket, Hawaii), lakefront (Lake Tahoe, Lake Michigan), cities (New York, LA, Chicago, Denver), desert (Scottsdale, Santa Fe, Palm Springs), ranch and land, and international markets through Forbes Global Properties. If you don't see your market listed, just ask — my network runs deeper than any list.

How quickly can you make an introduction?

Usually within a day or two. First we talk — then I reach out to the right broker, give them proper context about you and what you're looking for, and make a warm introduction. The better our conversation, the better the match I can make.

Let's Talk

Ready to find
your perfect place?

Reach out — even if you're just starting to think about it. No pitch, and absolutely no cost. I'm always happy to point you in the right direction, even if that direction isn't me.

Location Telluride, Colorado
232 W Colorado Ave, CO 81435
Brokerage JW Group · Telluride Properties
Forbes Global Properties Member · telluridelifestyle.com
Email jill@theskinny.com
Phone (970) 376-5860
I read and respond to every message personally.