What a weird winter in Tahoe! So much snow, yes, but also just so consistently gray! Normally we get a storm cycle which passes through and leaves us with a few feet of snow and sunny blue-bird pow days. Not this year! It was storm cycle upon storm cycle upon storm cycle for a good 8 weeks+ with no blue skies in between.
Read MoreThis gem is located on a quiet street in a great Glenshire location. Vaulted ceilings, ample sun, and with tasteful updates throughout including a gorgeous master bath remodel with double shower headsl and brand-new Pergo XP flooring.
Read MoreI am writing to you from my home in Truckee, CA, which is currently nearly buried. We have power and water but I-80 has been shut for days and grocery stores and gas stations are getting depleted without any signs of replenishment. Please send help! Oh wait, help can’t get here. It is officially Snowmageddon 2019.
Read MoreThe year end 2018 Market Reports for Lake Tahoe, Truckee, and Reno are here! Gain valuable insights into how the market is performing in Reno and Tahoe’s most desirable neighborhoods. The housing market remains strong in Lake Tahoe and Truckee.
Read MoreMortgage Loan rates softened slightly after the latest comments from the Federal Reserve Chairman Powell’s regarding the state of the economy and current interest rates. The market, which has been sensitive and jumpy with concerns of rate increases impeding economic growth, responded positively to these comments as well.
Read MoreTis the Season! There are a lot of fun opportunities to see Santa in the next few weeks and make sure all your little ones, and big ones are on the nice list! Breakfast With Santa, Train Rides, Ice Skating, Santa Story Time and more; here’s your guide to all the Santa Sitings in North Tahoe and Truckee for 2018. Stay tuned for a other festive event highlights in a future blog post!
Read MoreOctober TRPA meetings brought us the adoption of two major initiatives: The Shoreline Plan for Lake Tahoe and changes to development rights.
The Shoreline Plan
Many parties came together to develop the Shoreline Plan with the intention of protecting and preserving the environment, scenery and recreation experiences at Lake Tahoe. The plan does so by limiting the size of new shoreline structures and by implementing and enforcing new and existing policies related to boating.
Read MoreThe air has cooled off in the Tahoe-Truckee area quite a bit and winter is just right around the corner, maybe. The beginning of winter here is so unpredictable; you just never know if tomorrow is going to be summer or winter. You could wake up with fresh snow on the ground it could be here for good. Here’s your guide for the end of fall wrap-up to winterize your home and yard before get the proverbial tuck-in from Mother Nature.
Read MoreThe 2018 Midterm Elections are right around the corner. As always it is so difficult to sort through all the information, mis-information and lack of information to decide where you will vote on certain issues. I’ve done a little research for you on California’s Proposition 5 to hopefully help you sort through the information a little more quickly
Read MoreAhhhhh! Fall in Lake Tahoe! So much to do and see before the snow falls. Here’s your guide to upcoming Fall Festivals and Pumpkin Patches to enjoy with your family.
Read More2018 Quarter 3 Market Reports are here for North Shore Lake Tahoe, West Shore Lake Tahoe, Tahoe Lakefronts, And Truckee! Gain some valuable insight into market performance in the North Lake Tahoe and Truckee area. 2018 continues the long trend of being a strong Sellers’ Market with home prices continuing to accrue value and these numbers show it.
Read MoreThere’s a nip in the air, the leaves are on the precipice of change and wood smoke can be seen in the mornings. Fall is officially upon us for better or for worse. For some of you this may be a welcome change and for others a reminder of a season gone by too quickly. For me, I love fall but I am never ready to say goodbye to summer. For those of you who are not in Tahoe full-time you may not realize that the cool mornings have arrived. There is hopefully plenty of time to enjoy the fall and get things buttoned up before the snow falls. There is plenty to do to get your home ready in the mean time which brings us to these End of Summer/Early Fall Yard Work Tips.
Read MoreWith the birth of my second child I have taken a bit of a hiatus from writing my blog. It’s been quite a year finding a balance of family, work and play. It’s been crazy and hectic and worth every minute of it. I know I am in one of the hardest, yet most rewarding times of my life and I am trying so hard to be present and cherish every precious moment with my sweet girls.
Read MoreAs a local, September is my favorite month in the Lake Tahoe area. We often refer to this time as Locals’ Summer. Temps are cooler but not by much so it usually is still a good day to hit the beach. Even with slightly cooler day-time temps the lake temp is warmer so it feels great to take a dip. With kids back in school the crowds are generally gone and it is a great time to enjoy all the lake has to offer in summer without the normal chaos of summer.
Read MoreWe have seen extraordinary growth in the housing market in the last 5 years. That being said, we have still not reached the pre-recession market height prices. As home prices approach the market height we are seeing more and more sellers feeling comfortable with the current market and listing their high-end homes. There have already been 2 sales over $10 million in 2017 with 3 more currently listed on the MLS and more as pocket listings.
Read MoreWe’re half way through the summer and the housing market remains robust in the Tahoe area. Mortgage interest rates for a 30 yr fixed remain hovering around 4% without points which strongly contributes to buyer demand. The graph below shows the average sale price for homes on the North Shore and West Shore of Lake Tahoe under $1 mil.
Read MoreWith so much to do and see around the 4th in Tahoe it’s easy to overlook some really spectacular events. Here is your Events Guide to help you create a memorable holiday!
Read MoreNo, I don’t mean the tie-dyed, dread-locked, stinky version. I’m talking popping the heads off the dead flowers. If you’re garden’s looking a little tired in this late summer heat, dead heading is a good way to keep it looking fresh. Trim off dead leaves and flowers not only for appearance sake but for the plant’s sake as well.
Read MoreGet your carnie fill and sketchy ride thrills in Truckee now! Apparently you can get tickets to the carnival at Safeway in Kings Beach or the Potlatch in Incline. A portion of the proceeds goes towards Tahoe’s Connection for Families, a non-profit out of incline.
Read MoreAfter a crazy weekend last weekend with Wanderlust Yoga and Music Festival at Squaw Valley, NOFX, Slightly Stoopid, and more at North Tahoe Regional Park on Thurs, and Bass Camp Electronic Music Festival also at the North Tahoe Regional Park on Sat, you may be looking at this weekend and thinking it is looking slightly anti-climactic. You would be wrong.
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