Real estate
Op/Ed: Tahoe Chamber Endorsements
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 09/22/2014 - 10:00pmHere ya go. This is my opinion of the Tahoe Chamber endorsements. Send back any thoughts or corrections. Believe it or not I tried to take the high road on this one and hope the town is smart enough to see through the endorsement process by the Tahoe Chamber. Thanks.Kenny
Closed Sales of Homes Sold in South Lake Tahoe on the Decline
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/08/2014 - 3:50pmAfter the frantic pace of home sales in South Lake Tahoe over the past two years, things are starting to slow down to a more level pace. Home sales in South Lake Tahoe, California dropped 13% in the month of July, mainly due to the fact that there is a lower inventory of homes priced under $300,000. Homes priced between $435,000 and $650,000 actually saw a rise in closed sales, up 20.5%. There was a huge surge in home sales from 670 a year in 2012, to a peak of 790 for the year ending in May of 2013, back to 678 for the past 12 months.
BMPs Back in the Forefront With TRPA; May Be Part of Lake Tahoe Real Estate Transactions
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/09/2014 - 7:18amWith less than 50% of the Lake Tahoe basin homeowners not complying with mandates to install Best Management Practices (BMPs) on their properties, the TRPA is looking for ways to get people on board.
The proposal being currently discussed is to make BMPs mandatory at Point of Sale for a home as well as discussion of them during the transaction's disclosure process. This discussion at the TRPA BMP Compliance Worksing Group meeting Tuesday brought a packed house of mostly Lake Tahoe real estate agents and brokers.
The Rich History of South Lake Tahoe's Barton Ranch
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 06/20/2014 - 3:41pmHaving recently read an article about the owners of the Barton Ranch property planning to tear down all the buildings as they rot and decay for the advancement of the Tahoe Valley Plan I felt I had to reply. Although I haven't read over that plan I am aware of the rich history of the Barton family who are clearly one of Lake Valley's founding families.
Kudos: Lake Tahoe Humane Society Has a New Home
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 06/20/2014 - 11:29amFor the Love of Animals in South Lake Tahoe
Congratulations to the Lake Tahoe Humane Society on their new home! This summer will be like no other for the Lake Tahoe Humane Society as they just purchased 884 Emerald Bay Rd for their new corporate headquarters.
Tahoe Area REALTOR® And His Team Raise Over $2,700 For Local Community Causes
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 05/28/2014 - 9:44amThis spring, local REALTOR® Gregory Cremeans has been actively raising funds for the Reno/Sparks Relay for Life and the Tahoe Pride Equality Scholarship program, which he founded.
In the past month, Gregory hosted a scholarship fundraiser and client appreciation party at TOAST, a locally owned restaurant in Zephyr Cove, NV. This event raised over $700 benefiting Lake Tahoe Community College students.
Coldwell Banker Select Agent Jamie Baines Earns Previews Certification
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 02/05/2014 - 12:56pmJamie Baines is known for her great work ethic and strives for excellence when working in the real estate industry, and now her hard work has paid off. Jamie recently earned her Previews Certification in the company, opening her up to a brand new customer base and extending her knowledge to a new audience. Jamie built her career selling Lake Tahoe lakefronts and luxury lake view properties and is excited to have this designation to accompany her already impressive line of work.
Holiday Pet Food Drive at Coldwell Banker Select in Zephyr Cove A Huge Success
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 01/09/2014 - 12:16pmOn December 28th, Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate in Zephyr Cove decided to give back to the pets in the community by hosting a Holiday Pet Food Drive, yielding big results. Leading up to the 28th, close to 600 lbs of dog and cat food were donated to pets in need. In addition, many pet toys and other items were donated, on top of $170 in check donation.
Coldwell Banker Select Agent Ned Stock Earns Previews Certification
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/27/2013 - 10:09amColdwell Banker Select in Incline Village, Nevada has added another real estate agent to their elite group of luxury trained agents. Ned Stock has earned the impressive title of Previews Property Specialist for the Coldwell Banker Previews International® division, an enormous milestone in the world of real estate. To become Previews Certified, Ned had to show top-notch experience and service in helping his clients buy and sell luxury properties, as well as attend luxury training.
Coldwell Banker Select to Contribute to Barton Festival of Trees and Lights
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/05/2013 - 10:56amThe Barton Foundation has been a cornerstone for The Barton Health Group for more than 20 years by providing excellent healthcare service to customers and also have been big players during the holiday season. This year’s Barton Festival of Trees and Lights will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Barton Health and Coldwell Banker Select will be contributing to the event in a major way. The franchise will be donating a gorgeous “sports themed” Christmas tree to the event, which will be auctioned off at the black tie gala event on December 7th.
Weidinger PR of Lake Tahoe Wins Four Silver Spike Awards
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/21/2013 - 10:24pmLake Tahoe-based Weidinger Public Relations was presented with four awards by the Public Relations Society of American, Sierra Nevada Chapter for various campaigns at the organization’s 27th annual Silver Spike Awards.
Gregory Cremeans Earns CARTUS Certification
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 11/21/2013 - 9:34amGregory Cremeans recently joined the Coldwell Banker Select office in Zephyr Cove and is already off to a great start. Gregory has achieved the Cartus Network Affinity Specialist (CNAS) certification. The certification recognizes top performance and service to clients, as well as meeting goals within the organization. Pat McCulloch, Broker Manager for Coldwell Banker Select, is incredibly proud of her agent’s new designation. “As members of the Cartus Broker Network, our agents strive to deliver excellent service to every client,” she states.
Big Turnout Expected for Third Thursday this month for Coldwell Banker Select and Stanford Mortgage
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 11/14/2013 - 10:26am
Event Date:
November 21, 2013 - 4:00pm “Third Thursday” has been the number one networking event for the Nevada real estate scene and November’s edition of the event looks to be the biggest event in company history. Dan Jacuzzi, the owner and president of The Select Group and Ron Hoy, Chief Operating Officer for Coldwell Banker Select will be in attendance. Like previous events, this month’s Third Thursday networking event will take place at the L’uva Bella Wine Gallery. Please join us at 13925 S. Virginia Street in Reno on Thursday, November 21st, starting at 4:00pm until 7:00pm.
Strong South Lake Tahoe Real Estate Market Continues
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/10/2013 - 5:18pmThe real estate market in South Lake Tahoe continues to show strong numbers, no matter which set of figures you look at. What was especially high in October was the median price of homes sold.
Median Sales Price Continues to Rise
Coldwell Banker Select Agent Earns CIPS designation
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/08/2013 - 10:46amCharlyn Enstad of Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate, already a Previews Property International Specialist, now has more to celebrate in her already successful real estate career. She has earned the Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) designation, a course developed by the Global Business and Alliances of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) and taught by Jeni Temen of Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate.
Coldwell Banker Select Welcomes Gregory Cremeans to the Team
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/31/2013 - 9:51amColdwell Banker Select in Zephyr Cove will have an agent rejoining their organization with over 13 years of experience. Gregory Cremeans holds licenses in both California and Nevada and has achieved many accomplishments during his career. Gregory has a Graduate REALTOR® Institute designation, as well as e-PRO certification and is recognized in the Coldwell Banker Multi-Million Dollar Club. He has also achieved Top Producer honors throughout his years as an agent. He is incredibly passionate about real estate and getting the best deal for his clients.
Coldwell Banker Select Agent Kathy Williams Earns Previews Certification
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/29/2013 - 3:54pmColdwell Banker Select in Reno has more recognition under its belt with one of their agents earning a very prestigious designation in the real estate industry. Kathy Williams, of the McCarran office, has earned the impressive title of Previews Property Specialist for the Coldwell Banker Previews International® division, an enormous milestone in the world of real estate. To become Previews Certified Kathy had to show top-notch experience and service in helping her clients buy and sell luxury properties, as well as attend luxury training.
Two Coldwell Banker Select REALTORS® in Nevada receive Previews Property Trainer Certification
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/22/2013 - 10:13amColdwell Banker Previews International is the quintessential organization involving all aspects in luxury real estate both stateside and internationally and now they have two new Luxury Trainers to add to their short list. Dena Hospodka, Managing Broker and Melanie Stewart, Director of Luxury Marketing service the Northern Nevada Coldwell Bankers and are now recognized in the company as Previews Luxury Properties Trainers. Credit for their new Luxury Trainers status is due to extra training, tremendous work in the company and extensive background in marketing and selling Luxury Homes.
October Luxury Home Tour Receives Big Turnout and High Praise
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/18/2013 - 12:41pmColdwell Banker Select Real Estate in conjunction with Stanford Mortgage and First American Title Company had a tremendous turnout for their recent Luxury Home Tour event in the Reno area. REALTORS® and other Real Estate Professionals were invited to go on a tour of four luxury Coldwell Banker listings and to gain insight into the world of luxury home sales. The tour was organized by Melanie Stewart, Director of Luxury Marketing and spearheaded by Dena Hospodka, Managing Broker for Coldwell Banker Select.
Tahoe Chamber Announces New Board
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/17/2013 - 9:17pmA new Board of Directors was elected at the TahoeChamber ’s October 15 board meeting. The board reflects the local business community in that it is comprised of small businesses, professionals, healthcare, gaming and resort representatives. Their diverse business expertise partnered with their enthusiasm ensures that our membership is well served.
Median Sales Price of Homes in South Lake Tahoe Rose Again in September
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/06/2013 - 9:44pmThe median sales price of homes sold in South Lake Tahoe rose for the 14th straight month in September, 2013. Almost all other figures moved in a positive direction as well.
Median Sales Price Continues to Rise
Three Coldwell Banker Select Agents Make Big Impact at the North Tahoe Ironman Event
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/04/2013 - 8:35amThe Coldwell Banker Select office in Zephyr Cove is known for pushing it to the limit when securing great deals for their clients. However, the hard work of three agents also translates outside of the office. Last weekend, Pike Reardon, Jim Kilen and Penny Echan all participated in the North Tahoe/Truckee Ironman event, with Reardon and Kilen having big finishes, with Pike finishing 9th in his age group and 84th overall. Echan woke up at 2AM Sunday morning to get her kayak in the lake prior to the 5AM start time of the event.
Ralph Caporusso joins Coldwell Banker Select at Incline Village
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/03/2013 - 11:10amRalph Caporusso has joined the Coldwell Banker Select office in Incline Village as a REALTOR®. Ralph has had previous experience in sales and marketing and looks to apply this experience to the world of real estate. His background in brand identity and marketing makes him a huge asset for Coldwell Banker Select and he looks forward to selling homes in the beautiful Incline Village area. His upbeat nature and creative expertise has Coldwell Banker Select excited and are looking forward to see what he can provide to the company and the industry as a whole.
About The Select Group
Denise Lozner Joins Coldwell Banker Select
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/03/2013 - 9:31amColdwell Banker Select in Incline Village will be welcoming a new REALTOR® to the office. Denise Lozner is excited to join the Incline Village Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate team! Denise has been involved in the Real Estate business for the past year as an escrow transaction coordinator and has a background in customer service, contract management and negotiation. Denise believes that these skills will enable her to be a successful agent for the Incline Village office.
Coldwell Banker Select Welcomes Tiffany Hetherton Grimes to the Zephyr Cove Office
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 09/24/2013 - 9:14amColdwell Banker Select in the South Lake Tahoe area will be gaining another agent with a wealth of experience in the industry. Tiffany Hetherton Grimes will be joining the Zephyr Cove office to extend her real estate expertise in Nevada. Tiffany previously worked on the California real estate scene and is excited to be dealing in the Tahoe area. She takes great pride in her work and realizes that every minute is valuable with her clients. This determination helps her push forward for the best possible deal, and Coldwell Banker Select is proud to have this mindset as part of their team.
Trish Kirsch Joins the Stanford Mortgage Team
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/18/2013 - 2:11pmTrish Kirsch is the latest addition to the Stanford Mortgage team in Reno. Trish brings several accolades with her, such as President’s Club, Platinum Club and Million Dollar Producer’s Club recognition. She is specialized in Super-Jumbo and Construction Loans and has a “whatever-it-takes” attitude when closing deals for clients. She believes in honesty without compromise and Stanford Mortgage expects great things from Trish in the future.
About The Select Group
Coldwell Banker Select welcomes Michelle Reynolds
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 09/17/2013 - 10:16amMichelle Reynolds is the newest addition to the Coldwell Banker Select family. She brings over 15 years of experience in the real estate industry; closing thousands of residential transactions. She lives and works in the resort community of South Lake Tahoe, as a Tahoe Keys and Luxury Home specialist. Her accolades include memberships in both the California Association of REALTORS® and National Association of REALTORS®, and is a South Tahoe Board member approved Certified Area Specialist. Michelle is a mother of twins attending Sierra House Elementary School.
Lake Tahoe agents say Californians fleeing to Nevada to escape taxes
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 08/11/2013 - 12:38pmReal estate agents on Lake Tahoe's Nevada side say they're making sales to Californians trying to escape to Nevada after recent tax hikes in California.
In November, Californians approved Proposition 30, which raises taxes on earnings over $250,000 for seven years. Nevada has no state income tax.
South Lake Tahoe Homes Sales and Median Prices Continue to Rise in July
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 08/05/2013 - 3:04pmWe are still seeing a lot of action in the South Lake Tahoe real estate market! The July, 2013 figures were just released and they continue to show that interest in buying a home in Lake Tahoe is still growing. During the last year we saw home buyers flock to Lake Tahoe for a few reasons: low interest rates and an increased interest to buy something before they felt it was too late. When we saw more home listings enter the market this summer we saw the sales frenzy subside a bit.
Stanford Mortgage and Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate hosts Northern Nevada’s Most Elite Real Estate Networking Event
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 08/01/2013 - 10:15am
Event Date:
August 15, 2013 - 4:00pm Stanford Mortgage and Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate will be joining forces to host The Most Elite Real Estate Networking Event in Northern Nevada. “Third Thursday” will once again be the prime networking event for all real estate professionals, which will take place at the L’uva Bella Wine Gallery. Please join us at 13925 S. Virginia Street in Reno on Thursday, August 15th, starting at 4:00pm until 7:00pm. A professional photographer provided by Stanford Mortgage will be on site to offer complementary updated headshots for any professional in the Real Estate and Mortgage Industry.
Community Meeting - Transportation District (TTD) completing Relocation Assistance Plan and Community Impact Assessment
Submitted by newsroom on Wed, 07/24/2013 - 4:35pmEvent Date:
July 25, 2013 - 5:00pm
Acquisition and Relocation Process Community Meeting
Community Workshop:
July 25, 2013 5 P.M. to 7 P.M.
Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel
4130 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Spanish and Tagalog Interpreters will be present.
PURPOSE OF THE COMMUNITY WORKSHOP:
-Explain the Appraisal, Acquisition and Relocation Assistance process.
-Inform you of the rights you have as an owner or tenant of property impacted by the proposed road realignment.
LTCC Summer Classes Emphasize Fun New Ways to Learn
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 06/26/2013 - 3:13pmLake Tahoe Community College’s summer lineup includes many brand-new classes that educate and enlighten while entertaining learners. Students can earn college credits while studying a variety of subjects, from the roots of rock n’ roll to the fundamentals of food and wine pairings. Classes begin July 1, and registering early guarantees students a spot.
Here is a sampling of new summer classes LTCC is offering:
Nevada Rural Housing Authority names Guild Mortgage Loan Officer Jorge Montoya as Most Valuable Partner
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 05/24/2013 - 1:04pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Rural Housing Authority (NRHA) has named Guild Mortgage Loan Officer Jorge Montoya as a “Most Valuable Partner.” Montoya has been instrumental in helping promote NRHA programs that are designed to make home ownership more attainable by making it more affordable for working Nevadans.
Lake Tahoe Real Estate Market Review for April
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 05/11/2013 - 11:09pmMedian price of homes sold continues to increase
The median sales prices for homes sold in April of 2013 rose 48% from April of 2012 to $334,500. When analyzing the figures in more detail, you see some interesting things.
Pending home sales through the roof
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 05/01/2013 - 9:49amThere was a story in this week's USA Today that caught my interest and made me research facts here in Lake Tahoe. The article said that the number of signed contracts to buy homes in the U.S. rose in March to the highest level in 3 years.
Lake Tahoe closed sales
115 homes are currently in escrow on the California side of Lake Tahoe and 37 homes are in this status on the Nevada side. The Lake Tahoe California figures are 10% higher than last year at this time and the Lake Tahoe Nevada figures are up 60%!
Is now the time to invest in Lake Tahoe?
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/22/2013 - 11:50amNow is a great time to invest in Lake Tahoe, whether it's a vacation rental, long term rental, multi-units/apartments or retail buildings. With the continued low interest rates and property prices still considered low, now is the time to pull the trigger before it's too late. I advise my clients that waiting will not help their situation. The biggest challenge is the lack of homes for sale. The key to to watch for new listings as they get posted to the MLS system.
Old Tahoe being turned into boutique hotel
Submitted by admin on Mon, 04/08/2013 - 2:35am
From a 1-star to a 4½-star property. That is what Jim Demetriades is trying to do with a prime piece of real estate in South Lake Tahoe.
He is turning the old Royal Valhalla motel into the Landing Resort & Spa.
Lake Tahoe home prices jump in first quarter
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 04/05/2013 - 3:03pmThe Lake Tahoe real estate market is off to a strong start in 2013, experiencing a 34 percent increase in median home price and a 53 percent leap in average price. Sales volume around the lake is up 61 percent, primarily due to a 133 percent jump in homes sold for more than $1 million. The figures were part of a quarterly report released by Lake Tahoe-based real estate company Chase International.
Nevada Rural Housing Authority names DeBug Computer as “Most Valuable Partner”in providing smooth transition in major software changes
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 03/29/2013 - 11:15am
Event Date:
March 29, 2013 (All day) The Nevada Rural Housing Authority (NRHA) has named DeBug Computer, Inc., “Most Valuable Partner, ” in providing guidance, support and solutions in implementing major software changes at the rural housing agency.
What price range of homes for sale in Lake Tahoe has the largest inventory?
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 03/29/2013 - 10:53amWhen looking at the entire state of California the average price of a home for sale is $307,600. In Nevada you have a huge spectrum of home values due to the diversity of cities, therefore the average sales price is only $145,400.
Tough Lake Tahoe Real Estate Market For Buyers
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 03/27/2013 - 1:14pmThe current Lake Tahoe real estate market is a tough one for buyers because it has turned into a big seller's market for homes priced under $500,000. Homes are selling so quickly that the moment a buyer sees a home they are interested in it's already in escrow.
Six Reasons Housing Inventory is declining
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 03/25/2013 - 3:56pmAccording to a recent article in the Wall Street Journal there are 6 reasons why there is a declining inventory of homes for sale in the United States. These 6 reasons also apply to Lake Tahoe, on both the California side and Nevada sides of the Lake.
Their 6 reasons why housing inventory is declining
1. Many homeowners are underwater (owe more than their home is worth) so they are unlikely to sell until home values rise more than they have already. More than 10 million home owners are in this position in the US.
Best Remodeling Projects to Increase the Value of Your Home
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 03/20/2013 - 9:18pmA home is one of the biggest, if not THE biggest investment a person will make in their life. Things change, our needs and families change, ideas of what we want change, so this means our home will change. The California Association of Realtors recently came out with this chart of the top ten remodeling projects that increase the value of your home.
Vail season 2013-14 passes now on sale for Lake Tahoe ski areas
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 03/12/2013 - 12:15pmWith access to more than 10,270 skiable acres at three premier mountain resorts—Heavenly Mountain Resort, Northstar California Resort and Kirkwood Mountain Resort — Lake Tahoe’s only true three-mountain season passes provide season-long access to the most diverse and quality experience Lake Tahoe has to offer. Starting today, Lake Tahoe skiers and snowboarders can lock in the lowest guaranteed price on a season pass for the 2013-2014 winter season (www.bestoftahoe.com) for as little as $389.
Lake Tahoe Real Estate Buyer's Market turns Seller's Market
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 03/08/2013 - 5:56pmI'm watching our Lake Tahoe Buyer's market turn to a Seller's market as I write this blog. The recent actions of Lake Tahoe home owners indicates to me that we are at beginning of a seller's market. In the last 30 days, 12 California homeowners withdrew their Lake Tahoe homes for sale off the market. On the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe, 4 homeowners pulled their homes off the market during the same period.
Median Price Going Up
The Figures are in: Find out what happened in Lake Tahoe real estate in February
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 03/07/2013 - 1:28pmLake Tahoe real estate had seen a steady down trend in home sales over the last few years, and the last 9 months has seen a steady upward climb. In February of 2013 buyers seemed to be on a buying frenzy and sellers were deciding not to sell and hold on for a higher sales price in the future. The big topic of conversation among Lake Tahoe Realtor's is the lack of homes for sale and how sellers are pulling their homes off of the market.
Closed Sales of South Lake Tahoe Homes
Embassy Suites Lake Tahoe to become independent beginning April 1
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 03/04/2013 - 3:16pmThe corporation that owns Embassy Suites Lake Tahoe – Hotel & Ski Resort announced today that as of April 1 the hotel will be operating as an independent property with a new management company. PHR Management, Inc., an affiliate of Ken Corporation, LTD., the Japan-based ownership group, will assume management of the hotel. Max Saito, vice president of PHR, said the company will retain the hotel’s 220 employees.
Shaun White to become member of Tahoe Mountain Club
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 02/26/2013 - 3:53pmTahoe Mountain Club is excited to announce two-time Olympic gold medalist, snowboard and skateboard sensation Shaun White as the newest member of Tahoe Mountain Club.
As one of the most prominent figures in snowboarding and skateboarding, Shaun White has called Northstar California his home resort since 2011. After the first season of training at Northstar, White initiated a conversation with Tahoe Mountain Club as a means for expanding his involvement with the resort and the region.
Lake Tahoe Real Estate News for February
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 02/19/2013 - 12:59pmWe have had a strong start to 2013 in Lake Tahoe. Homes continue to sell at a strong pace and now the median price is starting to rise. With a continually reducing inventory of homes on the market and the interest rates still at an all time low, I believe we'll continue to see strong sales.
South Lake Tahoe Real Estate 2012 Wrap Up
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 01/10/2013 - 5:39pmWe saw a lot of home buyers in Lake Tahoe during 2012, setting the stage for another strong year in real estate.