Here is a list of California State agencies. We all have our "special interest", that is important to us. Many of us care deeply about ecology, the arts, higher education, etc. I'm not claiming that any of these are agencies that shouldn't exist. I'm just saying this list is over-dog-gone-whelming the first time that I saw it, so I'm posting it up. This has obviously not been sustainable Continue Reading
Archives for January 2011
Truckee Real Estate Market Year End Sales Statistics
The year end market data for Truckee Real Estate has been compiled, and 2010 can be summarized as, "not great". The median price for Truckee homes declined 9%. Less than the 15% in 2009 but still a fair decline. The good news is that 2011 is forecasted to actually turn around and start growing, albeit slowly. It’s always risky to make specific forecasts because there are so many factors Continue Reading
Time for a Change…
After 8 years of independent real estate brokerage, including 5 years of owning my own real estate company here in Truckee, I am now back under a big corporate umbrella. Coldwell Banker has taken over Pacific Crest Properties, and it really seems like a good thing. In many ways, the "Mom & Pop" business model which I/we formally embraced is a failing model. There once was a time in 2004 when Continue Reading
2011 Tahoe Winter Guide
Tahoe Magazine's 2010/11 Winter Guide is out, and here is a link to the online version. Tons of great ideas for things to do in Truckee and Lake Tahoe. Historical winters, and a great resort guide. You can also search my site for all Truckee Real Estate, Truckee Homes for Sale, Truckee property and all surrounding area real estate. Continue Reading
