Whatever your reason may be, downsizing (to a smaller home) can help save money and offer the gift of a more manageable lifestyle. True, it can be a challenge. After many years, clutter, furniture and possessions can build up. Getting rid of old things can be time-consuming and emotionally difficult. Having a plan and taking your time can help. Start Early, With a Plan Depending on the size of Continue Reading
Downsizing in a BIG Way
Downsizing your life into a smaller space can seem daunting. Let's face it, though, there are a lot of small-ish homes and cabins in beautiful Tahoe that are still affordable. Perhaps if we put on our "vision" glasses and take a magical look at these, we can see the "BIGGER" value! First, though, the reason for your choice to go smaller... Has your family moved out? Did your needs change? Continue Reading
Get Smart at Home
There are so many smart home gadgets on the market these days. You can plug in these devices around your home to play your music and turn your lamps on and off, all by voice command. But a Smart Home is more than a house full of gadgets. For a beautiful Tahoe home to qualify as a “Smart Home,” all the devices must be seamless, integrated, and work together as well as be controlled by voice and Continue Reading
Accessibility Is Important
Something to consider when updating your beautiful Tahoe homes... accessibility. Whether you currently have a special need or down the road when you sell your home, it's a plus to have accommodations for all. Adding an island to your kitchen? This is almost always a great home improvement, as most older homes have limited counter space. There are so many concerns regarding making your home a Continue Reading
Go For A Hike!
This year we welcomed the arrival of spring on March 20. Many of us can’t wait to crawl out of our winter hibernation and stretch our legs in the Great Outdoors. Spring is probably the best season in beautiful Tahoe because that’s when everything becomes lush and green again. As the ground warms and begins sending up shoots, we watch for that first sunny spring day to get outside. This is when Continue Reading
Beautiful Tahoe this Spring
It's SPRING! We've all been chomping at the bit for it - Springtime in beautiful Tahoe! One of the very best things we love about living here is: following a day of snow, is a gorgeous day of sunshine! As things warm a bit outside, we are prepping for some FUN! Here are a few of our favorite things to do here in Spring... Ski/Board/Snowshoe! Strap on the cross-country skis and head out Continue Reading
Reduce Your Tax
Do home improvements reduce tax on capital gains? You can reduce the amount of capital gains subject to capital gains tax by the cost of home improvements you've made to your beautiful Tahoe home. You can add the amount of money you spent on any home improvements—such as replacing the roof, building a deck, replacing the flooring, or finishing a basement—to the initial price of your home to give Continue Reading
4 Resolutions 4 Your Home
Repair. Renew. Rejoice! There’s still time to make New Year’s resolutions, so why not make some home improvement ones? Your home is a big asset and a place where treasured beautiful Tahoe memories are made. Improving your home enhances your lifestyle, making your space more comfortable, efficient, and better suited to your needs. Simple home upgrades can also boost your resale value and make your Continue Reading
Luxury Buyers Wants
What are today’s luxury buyers looking for? When you think of the luxury beautiful Tahoe real estate market, you might think of stately old mansions covered in ivy set on sprawling estates. Yet the buyers at the top of the market want what most buyers these days want. As people are spending more time at home there is a new desire to make our home our castle. This doesn’t necessarily mean a home Continue Reading
Vacation Home or Timeshare?
Now that we’re nearing the end of 2020 many people feel the need for a vacation(!) after spending so much extra time in their homes this year. This has created a rising demand for vacation properties, some people have even begun exploring options for more than just a getaway retreat, but the purchase of their own year-round vacation home. Also, with a greater number of people working remotely now, Continue Reading
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