There are many great condominium options for vacation homes in the North Lake Tahoe and Truckee area. While nearly any property in the area can be rented out when not in use, there are several condominium properties that offer a way to offset the cost of the condo with guaranteed occupancy and on-site rental programs. The Village at Palisades Tahoe The Village at Palisades Continue Reading
Insider’s Guide to Lakefront Properties in Lake Tahoe and Truckee
The coveted opportunity to own a property with direct Lakefront access spans the shores of Lake Tahoe, Donner Lake, Serene Lakes, to South Lake Tahoe, Cascade and Fallen Leaf Lake and the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe. Along the way you’ll discover distinct unique communities, each with its own history and flavor. Depending on your wish list, ownership opportunities range from charming “Old Continue Reading
First Quarter 2024 Statistics for the Greater Lake Tahoe Real Estate Market
Lake Tahoe Real Estate is Off to a Great Start in 2024 The first quarter of 2024 is off to a great start, with more action than the first quarter of 2023. The number of sold single family homes in the greater Lake Tahoe area was up 48% from the first quarter of last year, with the number of condos sold up 30% from last year. That is a good sign that the market is strong in our area and Continue Reading
Five Reasons to Consider Buying a Home on the Nevada Side of Lake Tahoe
The Nevada side of Lake Tahoe is a stunning year-round destination that offers residents and visitors an array of activities and natural beauty. With world-class ski resorts, entertainment and night life, award winning restaurants, and breathtaking views. See why we think the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe is a perfect place to call home or invest in a vacation property. 1. Tax Continue Reading
Houses Are Still Selling Fast
Have you been thinking about selling your house? If so, here’s some good news. While the housing market isn't as frenzied as it was during the ‘unicorn’ years when houses were selling quicker than ever, they’re still selling faster than normal. The graph below uses data from Realtor.com to tell the story of median days on the market for every January from 2017 Continue Reading
2 Reasons Why Today’s Mortgage Rate Trend Is Good for Sellers
If you’ve been holding off on selling your house to make a move because you felt mortgage rates were too high, their recent downward trend is exciting news for you. Mortgage rates have descended since last October when they hit 7.79%. In fact, they’ve been below 7% for over a month now (see graph below): And while they’re not going back to the 3% we saw Continue Reading
Winterizing Your Tahoe Home And Keeping it Safe in Winter
https://youtube.com/shorts/RhFWT5C2dd8?feature=share Owning a home in Lake Tahoe is such a privilege because you get to enjoy the best that each season has to offer. That being said, owning a home in Tahoe means planning each fall to winterize your home. Here are some suggestions to prep your house fully for a Sierra Nevada winter and to keep it safe throughout: Winterizing Your Home in Continue Reading
Housing Market Forecast for the Rest of 2023
Some Highlights Want to know what experts say will happen in the rest of 2023? Home prices are already appreciating again in many areas. The average of the expert forecasts shows positive price growth. Where mortgage rates go for the rest of the year will depend on inflation. Based on historical trends, rates are Continue Reading
Donner Summit: An Insider’s Guide to This Hidden Gem
Nestled in the stunning Sierra Nevada mountain range, just a hop, skip, and a jump away from the breathtaking Lake Tahoe, lies the Donner Summit neighborhood. Whether you're a seasoned outdoor adventurer, a history buff, or simply seeking a peaceful retreat, Donner Summit has something for everyone. As an expert realtor with an insider's knowledge of the area, I'm excited to share with you all the Continue Reading
Real Estate Market Report for First Quarter 2023 Lake Tahoe and Truckee
The 1 st quarter of 2023 in the Lake Tahoe and Truckee Real Estate Market has been very slow for Residential real estate. This was not expected. The change in Dollar Volume and Units Sold has dropped significantly in Lake Tahoe and Truckee in both single family homes and condos compared to the 1 st quarter of 2022. Another surprising change is that Median Price has also dropped in Incline, Continue Reading
