Over the past ten years the Carmel real estate market has experienced severe up and downs in both annual unit sales and property valuations . The markets peaked in the fall of 2005 and have been on a downward track for the last 4 years. During the last year we have seen signs [...]
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Thu, 18 Feb 2010 13:28:55 -0800
Please visit our latest listing, a magnificent Tudor located in an exclusive Carmel Valley setting. The residence is surrounded by mature redwoods, lush gardens and manicured landscaping. This traditional estate enjoys exquisite craftsmanship and quality. A joy to see and experience.
Sun, 14 Feb 2010 16:29:39 -0800
The irritating thing about cliches is that some of them are true. The Boy Scout Motto “Be Prepared” is a time tested standard for dealing with the “slings and arrows” that come our way. Too many homeowners do not take the necessary time to present their property in its best light and most persuasive condition. [...]
Fri, 18 Dec 2009 09:26:04 -0800
Remember the frog sitting in the water as it slowly heats? He never feels the problem because it happens in such a slow and gradual manner, until he is finally cooked. So be it with many of the important issues facing the Monterey Peninsula.
Stanford economist Paul Romer has said: “A crisis is a terrible thing [...]
Thu, 26 Nov 2009 12:08:50 -0800
As in no other time in my 32 years real estate experience, the stars are aligned for buyers. In fact we may be in the midst of a generational “Perfect Storm”. Consider the following factors:
1. Prices of existing and new homes are at exceptional lows. Add to that…
2. Interest rates are at lows we [...]
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:14:53 -0800
Preparation is the key element in successfully selling a home. The first and most important step in preparation is completion of a Home Inspection. Sellers often ask, “What should we do to make our home as attractive as possible?” We consistently answer , “Lets complete a Home Inspection. It is the best investment you [...]
Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:29:45 -0700
As reported in a recent Blog, Carmel sales are showing much improved numbers. According to many market experts nationally and in California, the real estate markets appear to be forming a bottom. We see this locally on the Monterey Peninsula, especially in the lower price ranges. Are we at or near the bottom on the [...]
Fri, 11 Sep 2009 06:00:42 -0700
How many single family homes in Carmel went “pending sale” in the last 30 days? Hint: In the previous two 30 day periods the total pending sales were 16 and 15.
a) 10
b) 15
c) 22
d) 30
The answer is…D, 30! Yes, 30 homes went pending in the last 30 days in Carmel. This is a BIG number! [...]
Mon, 31 Aug 2009 16:31:02 -0700
Check out our latest listing, a sophisticated remodel in the sought-after Arroyo townhome complex near the Crossroads in Carmel. You should see the inside! Offered at $695,000.
Thu, 27 Aug 2009 07:44:37 -0700
For this week’s question we turn our attention to Carmel Valley and ask…how many Carmel Valley single family homes have sold in the past year? Here’s a hint: the previous years’ totals going backwards were 54, 84, 88, 146, and 169 sales (wow, 169 sales in a year, remember those days!):
a) 45
b) 57
c) 66
d) 74
…and the answer is… [...]