Homes of Tahoe Newsletter
Your North Lake Tahoe Real Estate Connection 

February, 2014
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Thanks everyone for your support the last few weeks. Blair and I have been competing in the Hobie Worlds sailing competition in Australia. We're really pleased with our results and we've been having a wonderful time. If you're interested, follow me on facebook for pictures and updates. 

I'm still in touch and able work from Australia, so if you're looking for a home or plan on listing your Tahoe property, just let me know. Now is a great time to start planning for spring home sales. 

Mortgage Minute- Current Mortgage Rates
Mortgage rates are changing regularly. If you're in the market for a mortgage, I highly recommend the folks at the Rice Conway Team. 
Mortgage Minute
Mortgage Minute
It's true that the housing market is picking up again across the country. That doesn't mean that buyers are going to be beating down your door as soon as your home hits the market. There are some quick tips that may help you sell your home quickly and for top dollar and all it takes is a little planning.

1. Staging Matters

2. The Market Determines the Price

 

Foreclosures Plummet in 2013

Foreclosure inventory fell 31% in 2013, according to data released in January by CoreLogic.  December, 2013 foreclosure inventory represented 2.1% of all homes with a mortgage, down from 3% in December 2012. The nationwide foreclosure inventory was down 2.7% from November 2013.

 

Completed foreclosures were also down across the country. CoreLogic also reports that there were 620,111 completed foreclosures in 2013; down 24% from 2012's total of 820,498.

 

Read more here. 


 

 

As a Certified Negotiations Expert, a title that fewer than 1% of Realtors nationwide hold, I will negotiate to protect your financial and family interests.

 

I would be happy to help you with your real estate investments in Tahoe. I genuinely love the area and the community and look forward to serving you. If you have any questions about the local real estate market, please let me know. I make it a priority to stay up to date on the regional market. So whether you'd like to buy, sell or just have some questions, I will do my absolute best to be of assistance. 

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Sasha Spiegel 

 Homes of Tahoe

 531 N. Lake Blvd
 530-386-0302

 

In This Issue
Mortgage Minute
Top 5 Tips to Consider Before Listing Your Home
Foreclosures Plummet in 2013
February and March Tahoe Events
  Lakeshot  
 
Kid-O-Rama: February 15th- February 22nd
 
Alpenglow Mountain Festival: February 14th- March 2nd 
 
 
Celebrity Winterfest: February 27th- March 4th 

 
Mardi Squaw: March 1st
 
 
Fun Run on Skis: March 9th
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