big bear: Big Bear Agent Sales For 2008 - 10/04/08 05:01 PM
You've waited and waited for the prices of Real Estate in Big Bear to drop to a level that you can afford. Now that the prices have fallen, you're ready to start looking.
You've spent time looking at cabins on the Internet but you really don't know what's a … (0 comments)
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big bear: Five Great Bank Owned Properties In Big Bear - 10/04/08 12:59 PM
Looking for a nice property at a great price? Here are five Bank Owned Properties in Big Bear that you will definitely want to take a look at. All five of these properties stand apart form other listings currently on the market for a variety of reasons. It is a combination … (0 comments)
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big bear: Mortgage Loan Modification. Will It Work For Me? - 10/03/08 03:51 PM
Life was never better than the day that you closed escrow and took possession of your cabin in Big Bear. You have always loved Big Bear and after much effort, you now own the cabin of your dreams. You think back to when you were deciding on what tpe of … (0 comments)
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big bear: Evolution of the Big Bear Real Estate Market. - 09/28/08 05:44 PM
PAST
In 2002 the Realtors in Big Bear sold 911 pieces of property and the Real Estate boom was off and running. In two years, the sale of property in Big Bear jumped from 911 units to 1913 units. By 2007, the number of units sold dropped to 797.
In … (2 comments)
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big bear: Current List Of REO Properties in Big Bear - 09/26/08 02:11 PM
The number of REO properties currently for sale in the Big Bear Valley has almost doubled since June of 2008. Back in June, there were 35 REO properties for sale in the Big Bear MLS and today there are 66. Yesterday, there were 8 new listings posted in the Big Bear MLS and … (0 comments)
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big bear: What is my Big Bear Cabin Worth In Todays Market? - 09/20/08 10:40 AM
That was a question that was asked of me today. My client wants to sell her Sugarloaf cabin and wanted to know 1) How much she could get for her cabin, and 2) Was it even possible to sell the cabin in today's market.
I think that the biggest point that I … (0 comments)
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big bear: Short Sale Or Foreclosure? What Do I Do With My Big Bear Cabin? - 09/19/08 12:46 PM
You have found yourself in the same position as thousands of people through-out the United States. You're mortgage has just reset and you can no longer afford to keep your Big Bear cabin.
Let's start this conversation with some options available to you and then we will look at the ramifications … (0 comments)
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big bear: 2159 Third Lane - 09/14/08 01:14 PM
2159 Third Lane was built in 1964 and under went a major remodel in 2003. This one bedroom, one bathroom cabin now has a log finish and large redwood decks on the front and rear of the cabin.
Priced at $115,000.00 my seller is taking a loss. His loss can … (2 comments)
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big bear: Looking for more exposure for your listings? Multi media/print/Internet/post - 09/10/08 11:55 AM
Calling all agents.....I have the total package and sellers love it, buyers find you!
I can assist in the promotion of your current inventory by putting the information in The Real Estate Book, ONLINE with over 35 sites for one very low price. I can also assit in the direct … (1 comments)
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big bear: Bearly Used! 272 Wabash, Sugarloaf, CA 92386 - 09/01/08 04:50 PM
The construction was completed on 272 Wabash when my buyer purchased it in March of 2006. Once the construction was completed, my buyer ended up with a very nice 3 bedroom, 2 bath log faced cabin with a 2 car attached garage. The 1050 square foot home has been a … (3 comments)
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big bear: Wow the headlines....La Times Axes Real Estate Section, Banks Flood Market with REOs, Death of A Listing Presentation - 08/20/08 04:02 PM
I provide a magazine that has been here for about 35 years, and in over 500 markets. We get that, that there has to be a source to get all these homes viewed. We do this in both print and online, we feed the listings in book automatically to over … (0 comments)
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big bear: Advertising in todays market, its hard on this side of the fence. - 08/19/08 11:40 AM
Hello all and good morning to everyone on the West Coast,
As I awoke this morning I was faced with ad copy due for my book, talk about stress. I thought what am I going to do to get three pages in my book so that I could print it … (1 comments)
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big bear: Prices Have Fallen!!! - 08/13/08 07:12 PM
When the market was a strong sellers market, I would hear clients tell me that instead of buying a cabin in Big Bear, they would wait for the market to cool off and for values to fall. Every year I would hear this and every year, prices would increase. We all … (0 comments)
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big bear: Foreclosure Activity in Big Bear Lake, CA - 08/13/08 03:14 PM
Barbara Cheek from First American Title sent a report out today listing the break down of foreclosed properties within the Big Bear Valley. I thought it was good information to share with you. The report is broken down into three categories. They are
Pre-foreclosures These are properties that are in default … (0 comments)
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big bear: DON'T Believe Everything That You Read! - 07/31/08 12:22 PM
How many times have representatives from different title companies brought their fancy charts and graphs to your office? You know the charts and graphs that I'm referring too. These are those charts and graphs that are suppose to reflect current market conditions. They look very professional, don't they. Let me ask you … (2 comments)
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big bear: Another Great Deal In Big Bear City - 07/25/08 05:02 PM
This Blog is for all of you buyers who are looking for THE deal!
Yesterday, this bank owned (REO)property was placed on the market for a suprising price. In 2004, this house was built by a local builder and was placed on the Big Bear market for $325,000.00. In 94 days, it … (0 comments)
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big bear: Everything You Never Knew About Big Bear California!! - 07/10/08 06:57 PM
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big bear: Greed - 07/10/08 05:42 PM
About two years ago, I noticed my neneighbor put his house up for sale. He knew that I was a Realtor so naturally, I was a bit upset when I saw the sign go up just two doors down from my home. This was a time when the market was still … (8 comments)
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big bear: Big Bear Bank Owned Properties; Newer Construction - 07/03/08 07:05 PM
Many of the foreclosed properties in Big Bear are older, run down cabins that need a lot of work. Being a a second home community, buyers usually don't want to purchase a property they need to spend all their free time fixing up. Lucky for them there are some newer (even … (0 comments)
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big bear: Big Bear Bank Owned Properties (REO's) Listed Over 25% Lower Than Last Sale. - 06/10/08 01:31 PM
Bank Owned Properties in Big Bear seem to be just in two different groups. Some seem to be priced to sell, and others aren't. A good way to judge the listing price of the property is to look at the last sales price and date.
If you can purchase the property … (0 comments)
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big bear: REO Properies In The Big Bear Valley - 06/09/08 11:49 AM
No matter where you go, you hear all the talk about the bank foreclosure rate. It seems that you can't pick up a newspaper, watch the news on TV, or read an article on the internet without someone discussing the (REO) Bank Owned Properties.
The banks are in the business … (0 comments)
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big bear: Big Bear Bank Owned Sale - 06/03/08 11:40 AM
This bank owned property just closed escrow today. I am posting it to shed a little light on how the market is dealing with bank owned properties at this time.
The home is located at 332 Downey, in a nice area in east Big Bear City. The home itself is … (2 comments)
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big bear: Back up offers. In this market? - 04/29/08 01:27 PM
Originally posted on the Big Bear Real Estate Blog.
Accepted offer doesn't mean Sold House
In today's Real Estate Market nothing is certain. Opening an escrow is just the beginning of the fun. Escrows seem to be "falling out" almost as fast as they are opening up.
Will the property appraise? Is the … (1 comments)
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big bear: 871 San Bernardino, Sugarloaf, CA 92386 - 04/25/08 04:15 PM
Originally posted in The Sugarloaf Real Estate Blog
How many of you have dreamed of a rustic cabin in the mountains? Wouldn't it be nice to get off of work on Friday, pack the family, and drive to Big Bear to spend the weekend in your rustic cabin? What might make it … (4 comments)
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big bear: Big Bear CA Vacation Homes CA Big Bear Homes Big Bear Rentals Consider a different Area - 04/20/08 04:56 PM
Big Bear Ca Vacation and Cabin Rentals For a list of Big Bear CA Cabins. Vacation renters consider a different area with Cabins available in Arnold California, Click Here
For Free Access to Search the MLS Like a Realtor Click Here
Big Trees Realty would like fullfill your dreams of having the special getaway in the Mountains or just … (0 comments)
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big bear: Putting Your Best Foot Forward! - 04/19/08 04:47 PM
Originaly posted on The Sugarloaf Real Estate Blog
Imagine this. You've set an appointment with a Real Estate agent and, after three hour drive with your wife and two children, you've arrived in Big Bear to look at property. In phone conversations with the Realtor, you've explained to him that you are leaning towards a condo, but you are … (4 comments)
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big bear: Is it a Manufactured Hoime or is It A Modular Home. - 04/17/08 03:56 PM
You're out with your Real Estate agent looking at property in the Big Bear Valley when you see what appears to be a mobile home sitting on a foundation. You ask him about it, especially as it has an attractive price, not to mention the 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. You're agent then … (3 comments)
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big bear: Let's Go Mountain Mountain Biking in Big Bear - 04/15/08 04:19 PM
Lets Go Mountain Biking in Big Bear
If you have never had the opportunity to get out on a mountain bike in Big Bear, you're in for a new adventure. Riding at 7000+ foot elevation will limit your first few rides to a few miles unless you are lucky enough to live here and … (0 comments)
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big bear: Up Coming Southern California Seminars - Craig Proctor - 04/08/08 10:57 AM
I had the privilege of attending a held seminar in Palm Springs where Craig Proctors team presented their way of selling Real Estate. It was very informative and as a former Realtor myself I gained knowledge that I had only wished I knew when I was practicing. However, coming from an … (1 comments)
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big bear: Where should I buy a home in the mountains? - 03/30/08 04:00 PM
I here this question often from buyers in the Southern California area that are thinking about a primary residence or a second home in the mountains. They aren't sure if they should shop for a home in the Big Bear area, the Lake Arrowhead area, Idyllwild, Wrightwood, or Mammoth area.
It … (2 comments)
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big bear: Assessing Property Taxes, Are You Paying Too Much? - 03/26/08 06:33 PM
Originally posted on The Sugarloaf Real Estate Blog
This past December I sold a bank owned property to a client of mine for $150,000.00. This particular client had a very tight budget and he was shocked when he received his property tax bill. The tax assessor was taxing him based off of … (2 comments)
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big bear: The Sweetest Thing - 03/25/08 12:39 PM
On March 18th at 7:36 in the morning,my life changed forever. My wife and I were blessed with our first child. Keely Irene Barden came into this world, and immediately took over my whole life. Despite having nine months to get prepared, I was anything but. Until you have to stay … (74 comments)
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big bear: Lake Arrowhead Fishing Update 3/20/2008 - 03/21/08 10:36 PM
So my friends and I get together yesterday for our weekly fishing retreat down at the back end of North Bay on Lake Arrowhead. Lately the fishing has been really slow and kind of hit and miss no matter what time of day you go. But yesterday was a different story. … (2 comments)
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big bear: Over Priced Listings and Do You Know Your Inventory? - 03/20/08 06:55 PM
Originally posted on The Sugarloaf Real Estate Blog
Today was our caravan tour day in Big Bear and so we all got to go out and look at listings today. Two points really stuck in my mind today as agents previewed the listings that were on the tour.
First off was the number … (0 comments)
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big bear: Myths About Big Bear REOs - 03/14/08 04:38 PM
Originally Posted on the Big Bear REO Blog.
With all the foreclosures happening around the country, REOs have become the hot topic of real estate conversations.
Listing agents want to know how they can get them in their inventory, buyers want to find one to buy for cents on the dollar, and … (2 comments)
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big bear: Virtual Tours aren't just for Homes sales, but Vacation Rentals too! - 03/14/08 02:24 PM
Just like the title says, Virtual Tours aren't just for Home sales. I got the opportunity to photograph five cabins in Big Bear last week. What made it even better was that the owner let us stay in one of the cabins for the night. Only one night away but what … (2 comments)
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big bear: San Bernardino Mountains: Even Bald Eagles vacation here - 03/12/08 11:04 PM
Bald Eagle Census
"Big Bear Lake, CA - The fourth and final bald eagle census of 2008 spotted six (6) adults and two (2) immatures as volunteers spent an hour last Saturday observing eagles at several mountain area lakes....
Eleven volunteers at Lake Arrowhead observed one (1) adult bald eagle. Twenty-two volunteers observed … (1 comments)
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big bear: Daylight Savings Time Again? - 03/08/08 01:31 PM
Originally posted on The Sugarloaf Real Estate Blog
Yep, can you believe it? It's time to change the clocks again. It seams like just yesterday we changed the clocks for the Fall. I was surprised that we are going to change the clocks back and lose that hour of sleep.
Although we may … (0 comments)
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big bear: How Much Is Your Life Worth? - 03/07/08 12:20 PM
Originally posted on The Sugarloaf Real Estate Blog
Congratulations, you are now the proud owner of a wonderful cabin in the Big Bear valley. The snow is falling, it's cold, you're ready for bed, so you crank up the thermostat on the wall heater and you're off to bed. Here's the six … (2 comments)
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big bear: Do I Really Need To Do A Walkthrough On My New Big Bear Cabin? - 03/05/08 01:07 PM
Originally posted on The Sugarloaf Real Estate Blog
The California Association of Realtors Residential Purchase Agreement states that a buyer is allowed to do a walk through on their new Big Bear cabin within 5 days of the close of escrow. Yet, you might be suprised at the number of buyers who … (0 comments)
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big bear: Do I Really Need A Home Inspection on my Big Bear Home? - 03/03/08 06:55 PM
Originally posted on The Sugarloaf Real Estate Blog
Do I really really need a home inspection? I can't tell you how many times clients have asked me, when buying their Big Bear property if the really need to spend the money for the home inspection. Simply put, the answer is YES!
What type … (4 comments)
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big bear: How can you tell if you have a good Realtor working for you in Big Bear? - 03/02/08 06:11 PM
Originally posted on The Sugarloaf Real Estate Blog
OK, so you've decided to buy that second home that you've been dreaming of in the Big Bear Valley. You've done your research, you know what you want and from your research, you've found a number of properties in Big Bear that fit your … (0 comments)
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big bear: Home Inspectors In Big Bear - 02/29/08 03:00 PM
I ran into something the other day that has never happened to me before. I got a call from a trusted home inspector I recommend and trust, who said a client I had recommended him too had said " Why should I trust you to do my home inspection? Isn't it … (3 comments)
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big bear: Winter Has Arrived in the Big Bear Valley - 02/23/08 11:44 AM
Originally posted on The Sugarloaf Real Estate Blog
Other than some of the coldest temperatures I have ever experienced, the last winter that we have had in the Big Bear Valley didn't generate very much snow. In fact, I can't remember if we had a real snow storm last winter. I'd say … (12 comments)
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big bear: Big Bear Lake, CA. A great vacation destination - 02/10/08 12:45 PM
Originally posted on The Sugarloaf Real Estate Blog
Instead of telling you how beautiful Big Bear Lake, CA is, I thought I would show you in pictures. As you can see,we have plenty of snow and Big Bear is a wonderful place to own a get-a-way cabin. We are a four seasons resort … (3 comments)
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big bear: Homes for Sale in Big Bear Lake, Fox Farm - 02/01/08 02:23 PM
177 CRYSTAL LAKE ROAD $469,000
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! THIS IS CLOSE TO ALL AND BEAUTIFULLY MAINTAINED. LANDSCAPED YARD WITH A GAZEBO. COVERED FRONT PORCH. LARGE MASTER SUITE. FORMAL DINING AREA. BREAKFAST NOOK.2 CAR ATTACHED GARAGE. RV PARKING. INCLUDES REFRIGERATOR, WASHER & DRYER. YOU'LL LOVE THE FEEL OF THIS WELL KEPT FOX … (0 comments)
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big bear: Should I buy NOW or wait? - 01/28/08 04:56 PM
In my profession, I get to meet a lot of wonderful people looking to buy a cabin here in the Big Bear Valley. Even though it's a buyers market, it seems that buyers are still not sure if it is time to buy. One of the most asked questions I get … (0 comments)
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big bear: Another wonderful day in Big Bear Lake, CA - 01/27/08 01:55 PM
It's another wonderful day here in Big Bear Lake, CA. In the past week, we have had snow, wind, slush, and now rain. After spending 45 years of my life in the hustle and bustle of the city, the best thing I ever did was making the decision to move to … (0 comments)
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big bear: Out Of Area Agents. - 01/27/08 11:41 AM
The Big Bear MLS is a members only real estate board and if you want to be able to show property in Big Bear, then you have a couple of options. 1) You can join our board, or 2) Work with a local agent on a referral basis.
Unfortunately, that doesn't happen … (1 comments)
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big bear: When NOT to fire a client - 01/26/08 03:47 PM
I was reading a post on active rain a while ago about how an agent had fired her client for one reason or another. I know the blog got a lot of attention and many comments. I too have a client that has been a real challenge and I have thought about firing … (7 comments)
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big bear: When do you walk away from a Big Bear Listing? - 01/26/08 02:37 PM
Yesterday I went out to meet a potential seller and gave him our listing presentation that we in the The Tim Wood Group use at Coldwell Banker's Mountain Gallery Realtors. The seller has one of the nicest homes that I've seen in Sugarloaf which is part of the Big Bear Valley and, needless to … (0 comments)
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big bear: Big Bear Bank Owned Properties - 01/17/08 02:44 PM
As I am sure we are all aware, bank owned properties came in all manner of conditions. You can look at one on one street that is nearly immaculate, and the next block over, find one that is falling into pieces. Sometimes the ones in the worst condition, are priced the … (0 comments)
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big bear: Baldwin Lake Real Estate - 01/14/08 11:31 AM
If you are a person who really likes to " Get away from it all " then Baldwin Lake is the place for you. Located at the far East End of the Big Bear Valley, Baldwin Lake has the best seclusion Big Bear has to offer. The terrain is a combination … (2 comments)
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big bear: Big Bear Lakefront REO property turns into great buy . - 01/12/08 01:40 PM
Originally posted on the Big Bear REO Blog.
Everyone is hearing about how great of a deal a bank owned property can be. There is a misconception that these REOs are all run down, neglected properties. Well this isn't always the case. In fact sometimes a great property is foreclosed on and … (2 comments)
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big bear: Beautiful Day In Big Bear Lake - 01/12/08 12:29 PM
I just wanted to let everyone know that today is a beautiful day up here in the mountains. All the roads are open, and the snow is excellent. Plus, it is definetly sweater weather, no jackets required. Unless you hit the slopes that is. I look forward to seeing you all … (2 comments)
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big bear: Big Bear Lake Skiing And Real Estate - 01/11/08 04:36 PM
If you are from Southern California, than Big Bears great skiing is already known to you. As a matter of fact, we have the two best ski resorts in SoCal in our town. Both Bear Mountain and Snow Summit have excellent terrain and the best snow making equipment in the world … (0 comments)
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big bear: Big Bear Foreclosed properties and the broken "TDS Disclosure chain" - 01/10/08 06:00 PM
Originally posted on the Big Bear REO Blog.
During a Real Estate transaction buyers are bombarded with Disclosure after Disclosure to read and sign. While all the Disclosures are imprortant for different reasons, some seem unnecessary to buyers. Often times buyers even question why something so obvious has to be put down on … (0 comments)
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big bear: Exploring Big Bear Lake: Big Bear Lake West - 01/07/08 01:58 PM
Originally posted on the Big Bear REO Blog.
On the far west side of Big Bear Valley is an area commonly referred to in the Real Estate Market as Big Bear Lake West. This area of Big Bear begins at the dam and continues along the south side of Big Bear Lake … (0 comments)
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big bear: Big Bear Lake Real Estate - 01/05/08 11:17 AM
Wow, there are some great buys up here right now. A year ago, if you wanted to buy a little cabin for a getaway, it was going to cost you at least 175k for a tiny place. With the large inventory, and less buyers, that is no longer the case. A … (5 comments)
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big bear: Big Bear Bank Owned Properties Selling Briskly - 01/04/08 03:51 PM
For anyone who is considering buying a bank owned home in Big Bear, be prepared to move quickly. I showed bank owned properties to some clients on Sunday and found two that we really liked. To their credit , my clients moved quickly and got their pre-approval letter on Tuesday. Unfortunately, … (0 comments)
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big bear: Big Bear Real Estate - 01/03/08 01:31 PM
Happy New Year, everyone!! I, for one, am really looking forward to 2008. I have a feeling that things are going to change for the better for everyone in 2008. Low interest rates, combined with great prices make this a fantastic time to be a buyer. If you have been waiting … (0 comments)
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big bear: Big Bear Reo Market Update (12/18/07-1/2/08) - 01/02/08 06:32 PM
Originally posted on the Big Bear REO Blog.
***In an effort to keep you all up to date on Big Bear Bank owned properties, we will be giving you updates approx. every two weeks.****
Since our last update on 12-17-07 there has been a lot of action in the Big Bear Banked Owned Properties. … (0 comments)
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big bear: Things to consider when buying a Big Bear property to use as a Vacation Rental. - 12/29/07 04:44 PM
Many people dream about buying a cabin in Big Bear and using it as a vacation rental property. They can rent out their second home in Big Bear (which is vacant most of the time anyways) and still enjoy it themselves when they want. Who wouldn't want someone to help … (0 comments)
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big bear: Market is Heating Up For Bank Owned Real Estate in Big Bear Lake - 12/29/07 04:41 PM
Originally posted on the Big Bear REO Blog.
***In an effort to keep you all up to date on Big Bear Bank owned properties, we will be giving you updates approx. every two weeks.****
During the past two weeks we have seen two bank owned properties in Big Bear go into Escrow. We … (0 comments)
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big bear: Emotionless Sellers Are A Great Reason to buy a Bank Owned Property in Big Bear Lake. - 12/29/07 04:40 PM
Originally posted on the Big Bear REO Blog.
Anybody who has purchased a home knows how stressful it can be and how much more stressful when the other party in the transaction seems to be fighting the sale as much as pushing for it.
There can be many elements of a real … (0 comments)
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big bear: Big Bear Bank Error Saves You $37,500! - 12/29/07 04:37 PM
Originally posted on the Big Bear Reo Blog
Everyone has played Monopoly, right? Remember when you got a card stating the bank had made a mistake and you received money you otherwise wouldn't have? Well this bank owned property is like a Community Card in real life....
Listing Price= $537,500
Previous Purchase … (0 comments)
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big bear: Bank Owned in Big Bear and Listed 30% below Previous Sale! - 12/29/07 04:34 PM
Why are REO's attractive to buyers? Where else can you find seller's willing to list their property over 30% below what they paid less than two years ago? This cabin, close to the National Forest and the Ski Slopes is priced at exactly that.
Listing Price $361,900
Previous Purchase Price $519,000
Previous Purchase … (0 comments)
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big bear: What exactly is an REO Property? - 12/29/07 04:27 PM
Originally posted on Big Bear REO Blog
An REO property is simply a Bank or Lender owned property. The term REO is an acronym for "Real Estate Owned" which banks use to describe a property that has already gone through the foreclosure process but did not sell at a Trustee's Sale.
There … (0 comments)
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