Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Weekly Market Update (3/23/08-3/29/08) - 03/31/08 10:45 AM
Lakefront activity at zero, though with Spring and Summer coming, it won't be that way for long. About 35 new residential listings mountain-wide and well over 100 homes in escrow. Rates for 30-year fixed mortgages are fantastic and there are many properties to choose from. Personally, buyer activity has been noticeably increased over … (1 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: How to get a screaming deal, Mr. and Mrs. Buyer! - 03/30/08 05:07 PM
I know I've been focusing a lot on sellers in my recent posts - mainly because we're dealing with a market where buyers are few and listings, well.....aren't.
With buyers wanting to get a great deal and take advantage of the current market conditions, I thought I'd spend a few minutes touching on what I think … (1 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Lazy Spring Day - 03/29/08 05:53 PM
It is a beautiful Lake Arrowhead day with the sun shining and warm temperature. I went home for lunch with Michelle and we spied this squirrel in an oak tree just off our deck.
After the harsh winter we've had, he was definitely soaking up the sun's rays. He slept there, with his tail curled … (2 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Open House Today (3/29) - 27839 Rainbow Drive - 03/29/08 10:50 AM
Hi Everyone! If you're out and about today, stop by our open house at 27839 Rainbow Drive in Lake Arrowhead. We'll be holding the property open from 12:00 noon until 5:00 pm. Come see this beautiful 3br 2ba home, nestled into the dogwoods. Located near Lake Arrowhead Village and the Ice Castle … (3 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: How to Better Represent Sellers - 03/28/08 02:55 PM
This morning, my broker held a round-table discussions about what (as a company and as individual agents) we can do to better represent out sellers. It was a group of that included some very successful Realtors and the discussion was lively.
According to my broker, the most common complaint he received from … (4 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Agent Tour Highlights (3/27/08) - 03/27/08 02:42 PM
Every Thursday we have our agent tour for new listings, and properties that are being "re-toured" because of price reductions or other changes (i.e. the house has been cleaned-up, improvements have been made, etc). This week's "hotsheet" has 43 properties on it. Of these properties:
4 are vacant land listings
0 Sky Ridge (Twin … (5 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Price Reductions - 03/26/08 01:44 PM
Wow! Approximately 125 properties have reduced their list prices so far this month (according to our multiple listing service). There are great deals to be had for buyers who are looking. Many properties go right away after a price reduction has been done (people are keeping their eyes out for great … (3 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: What helps a seller to sell their home, part 4 - 03/26/08 12:25 PM
Though it may be more difficult to sell now than, say, two years ago, there are definitely certain things you can do to increase your odds of a sale.1) Work on the "WOW factor." First impressions and truly crucial. There should be nothing that would keep a potential buyer from saying … (2 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: What are "lake rights?" - 03/25/08 02:35 PM
Whether you're looking for shopping, boating, relaxing, moutain biking, wake boarding, great food, or anything else, chances are that you'll find what you're looking for in Lake Arrowhead. If you're looking to buy property here, or if you're just going to visit, there are several things that you will want to know and be … (3 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: What helps a seller to sell their home, part 3 - 03/24/08 04:06 PM
Last time I talked about other agents being the seller's "best friend(s)" because they have their pulse on the market, alert their buyer clients when new listings come onto the market and because they have access to all properties listed in the multiple listing service. My point in part two of … (3 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Weekly Market Update (3/16/08 - 3/22/08) - 03/24/08 02:02 PM
Keeping you up-to-date with current market conditions. Twenty-nine new listings from Crestline to Green Valley Lake (and all places in-between) and almost 100 homes in escrow. With good weather on the horizon, buyers should be making the trip to the mountains to look at property. Bank-owned homes are getting a ton … (0 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Midnight Marauders - 03/24/08 12:14 PM
Raccoons 2008 - "Midnight Marauders"
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: What helps a seller to sell their home, part 2 - 03/22/08 03:37 PM
The last couple days I've been talking about what will help sellers to sell their properties. In this current market, it is important to understand what is helpful and what really isn't (when all is said and done).
Do you realize that many of the things Realtors do for their sellers … (1 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: What helps a seller to sell their home? - 03/21/08 12:39 PM
Yesterday, I talked about how open houses are not exactly the best way for a seller to sell their home. They are a great way for the agent to find more buyer clients and to advertise themselves, but seldom do people walk into an open house and buy it.
So what, in … (1 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Good Friday - Obituary - 03/21/08 10:25 AM
Jerusalem ________ OBITUARIES _________ 33 AD
CALVARY - Jesus Christ, 33, of Nazareth, died Friday on Mount Calvary, also known as Golgotha, the place of the skull. Betrayed by the apostle Judas, Jesus was crucified by the Romans, by order of the ruler Pontius Pilate. The causes of death were crucifixion, extreme exhaustion, severe torture, and … (0 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Open Houses and Sellers - 03/20/08 06:57 PM
My Personal Thoughts about Open Houses
Picture this: You're driving down a mountain road on a beautiful Saturday afternoon. Just ahead you see a colorful sign advertising an open house. You think, "Hey, why not?" as you make the turn and follow the signs to the house.
Stop! Before you even get out … (3 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Heaps Peak Arboretum - 03/20/08 12:14 PM
In the Mountain News this week is an article about the Heaps Peak Arboretum - an interpretive hike (about 3/4 mile) and education center that is located on Highway 18 between Skyforest and the transfer station (the dump). This site is an easy walk for most people and describes the various … (0 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Easter Services and Activities - 03/20/08 11:47 AM
Easter is upon us and it looks like the weather will be cooperating! If you plan to be in the mountains, here are some of the things going on....
Lake Arrowhead Village:
Easter Egg Hunt on Easter Sunday - 2 years and under 11:00 am in front of Bass, 3-5 years at … (0 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Point Hamiltair - 03/18/08 11:45 AM
My wife's parents have been out of town for a few days and the task of walking their dog was handed to me. I've been stopping by their house on my way into work in the mornings to walk her and again in the evenings on my way home to walk … (1 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Mountain Paradise - 03/18/08 10:24 AM
This past weekend brought a small winter storm to the area and left 1-4 inches of light, powdery snow in it's wake. Most had melted by sundown and the clouds were still moving through as the light faded. What a gorgeous area to live in. What mind-blowing sunrises and sunsets we … (1 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Weekly Market Update 03/09/08-03/15/08) - 03/17/08 04:49 PM
To be an informed seller or buyer, it is imperative to know what is happening in the current market. There are many factors to determining the proper price when listing a home for sale. There are just as many factors to help you decide whether you are getting good value for … (0 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Twin Peaks Real Estate - 03/14/08 02:09 PM
Twin Peaks is a beautiful area, located between Crestline and Blue Jay. Being the highest community in elevation of all of the Lake Arrowhead sub-communities, it is usually crisp and cool most of the year 'round. Also because of the elevation, this area also receives more accumulation snow in the wintertime, … (1 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Weekend Weather Forecast - 03/13/08 11:35 AM
Looks like we'll be getting some weather this weekend, though the debate rages whether it will be "wet" or "white." Some are saying that the snow level will drop to about 4000 feet. Regardless of whether the storm system delivers drops or flakes, it should be arriving in the area in the … (1 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Cell Phone Etiquette - 03/12/08 01:12 PM
I am amazed at how people treat each other. I can't tell you how many times I've been having a conversation with someone and their cell phone rings. That the phone rings doesn't bother me at all. I can't believe it, though, when people actually break-off our discussion to answer the … (0 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Lots For Sale - Lot Inventory and Statistics - 03/11/08 01:16 PM
A topic that isn't often covered in our Lake Arrowhead real estate conversations is lot and land sales. Undeveloped land can often be a great investment, whether you are looking for a site to build a future dream home, or to hold onto for resale down the road.Lots in Arrowhead Woods sold … (1 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Arrowhead Fish and Game Conservation Club (aka: The Rifle Range) - 03/10/08 04:52 PM
A little-known place for many people who visit our mountains is the Arrowhead Fish & Game Conservation Club, Inc. Casually known as "The Rifle Range" by locals, this facility is located on Highway 173, 1 mile north of Grass Valley Road. I've spent many hours shooting at millions of targets and spent countless cartridges there … (6 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Grass Valley Lake - 03/10/08 04:11 PM
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Weekly Market Update (03/02/08- 03/08/08) - 03/10/08 12:45 AM
To be an informed seller or buyer, it is imperative to know what is happening in the current market. There are many factors to determining the proper price when listing a home for sale. There are just as many factors to help you decide whether you are getting good value for … (0 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Condos For Sale - 03/09/08 12:33 PM
With our new condo listing (see prior post), I've been doing some number-crunching for recent sales of condos in Arrowhead Woods and thought I would pass my findings on to you.
Condos in Lake Arrowhead are a great option for those who don't wish to spend the time, energy and expense to … (2 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: REO, Bank-owned and Short Sale Properties For Sale - 03/08/08 01:03 PM
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Easter Activities - 03/07/08 12:09 PM
If you'll be in the mountains for Easter Sunday, be sure to come to the sunrise service on the beach at the Lake Arrowhead Resort. Several mountain churches work together to put on this memorable, lakeside service each year. Plan to come - you'll be blessed. Dress warmly and bring something to … (1 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Lakefront Home Sales - 03/07/08 11:35 AM
The number of active lakefront listings in Lake Arrowhead has been hovering around 30 homes over the last year or so, with properties currently listed from just under one million dollars to just under ten million dollars. The median price, right now, for a lakefront home is $2,850,000. Of the lakefront … (0 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: New Condominium Listing - 28050 Hwy 189, Unit 101 - 03/04/08 02:08 PM
We've just listed a gem of a condo, perfectly located in the hub of activity at Lake Arrowhead Village. Walk to restaurants, shops & lake's edge from this beautiful 2 br, 1 ba, ground-floor unit. Easy access & near level entry, this condo is all on one level. Perfect for someone who … (2 comments)
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Lake Arrowhead Real Estate: Weekly Market Update (2/24/08 - 03/01/08) - 03/03/08 10:26 AM
To be an informed seller or buyer, it is imperative to know what is happening in the current market. There are many factors to determining the proper price when listing a home for sale. There are just as many factors to help you decide whether you are getting good value for … (5 comments)
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