Why the 2021 Forecast Doesn’t Call for a Foreclosure Crisis As the current forbearance mortgage relief options come to an end, many are wondering if we’ll face a foreclosure crisis next year. This is understandable, especially for those who remember the housing crisis that began in 2008. The reality is, plans have been put in place through forbearance to ensure history doesn’t Continue Reading
EEK! No Down Payment!
Economists agree that the real estate business has recovered faster than expected during the pandemic. A continued lack of inventory, low mortgage rates, and pent-up demand are all contributing factors to a robust market including here, in beautiful Tahoe. The good news for homebuyers is that down payment assistance is still available, with many program providers offering online and Continue Reading
More Space in Luxe Homes
A year ago, additional space and extra amenities had a very different feel for homebuyers. Today, the health crisis has brought to light how valuable more square footage and carefully designed floorplans can be. Home offices, multi-purpose rooms, gyms, and theaters are becoming more popular, and some families are finding the space they need for these upgrades in the luxury Continue Reading
Why Pricing Your Home Right Matters This Fall in South Lake Tahoe
Some Highlights As a seller today, you may think pricing your home on the high end will result in a higher final sale price, but the opposite is actually true. To sell your home quickly and for the best possible price, you should eliminate buyer concerns by pricing your home competitively right from the start. Let’s connect today to make sure you have the guidance you need to price your Continue Reading
Home Offices Sell Homes
Why Home Office Space Is More Desirable Than Ever For years, we’ve all heard about the most desirable home features buyers are looking for, from upgraded kitchens to remodeled bathrooms, master suites, and more. The latest on the beautiful Tahoe hotlist, however, might surprise you: home offices. In a recent article by George Ratiu, Senior Continue Reading
Changing Homebuyer Needs
The National Education Association (NEA) stresses that students at home need to have spaces specifically devoted to conducting their schoolwork. With remote learning sweeping the nation this academic year, organized spaces with enough room for kids to learn effectively are high on buyer wish lists. Consider these options for your next beautiful Tahoe home: Multi-Purpose Room Project Continue Reading
A Whole New Market
The year 2020 will certainly be one to remember, with new realities and norms that changed the way we live. This year’s beautiful Tahoe real estate market is certainly no exception to that shift, with historic highlights continuing to break records and challenge what many thought possible in the housing market. Here’s a look at four key areas that are fundamentally defining the market this Continue Reading
Homes Are More Affordable
Homes Are More Affordable Right Now Than They Have Been in Years Today, beautiful Tahoe home prices are appreciating. When we hear prices are going up, it’s normal to think a home will cost more as the trend continues. The way the housing market is positioned today, however, low mortgage rates are actually making homes more affordable, even as prices rise. Here’s why. According to Continue Reading
What Do Buyers Want?
Does Your Beautiful Tahoe Home Have What Buyers Are Looking For? There’s a great opportunity for today’s homeowners to sell their houses and make a move, yet due to the impact of the ongoing health crisis, some sellers are taking their time coming back to the market. According to Javier Vivas, Director of Economic Research at realtor.com: “Sellers continue returning to the market at a cautious Continue Reading
Increasing “Screen Appeal”
If you were counting on crowded open houses (or any open houses, for that matter) to sell your beautiful Tahoe home, you’ve probably been rethinking your strategy. With home showings going online during COVID-19, learn how to make your listing stand out on screen. With many people staying home, online for-sale listings have taken on more importance than ever, and it all starts with increasing Continue Reading
