What’s it really like to raise a family in Lake Tahoe? In this episode, host Shay sits down with Hayden Haffey, a top real estate agent with Sierra Sotheby’s International Realty, to dive into the real pros and cons of raising kids in North Lake Tahoe.

Hayden, a dad of two young daughters, shares his firsthand experience raising a family in Incline Village — from early mornings on the slopes and afternoons at Burnt Cedar Beach to the challenges of small-town life, limited family support, and long winters. Together, Shay and Hayden explore:

• 🌲 How Tahoe’s natural environment shapes kids’ curiosity, confidence, and connection to the outdoors
• 🏫 School options and family programs across Incline Village, Truckee, and Kings Beach
• 🏡 What new families should know before moving to the mountains
• 💬 Why community connection, safety, and local culture make Tahoe such a special (if imperfect) place to call home

Whether you’re a parent considering a move to Tahoe or just curious about mountain-town living, this episode offers an authentic, balanced look at family life in one of the most beautiful places on earth.

If you would like to work with Hayden, you can reach him here:

Phone: (775) 558-9540
Website: HaydenHaffey.com

Email: hayden@haydenhaffey.com