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In 1856, John Martin and his family ended their long voyage and docked in Monterey. It is said they disembarked to eat a wonderful lunch under a massive oak tree. Years later this historical family purchased property that stretched from the Carmel Mission west to encompass all of what is now known as Carmel Point. [...]

Full article: Carmel Point… A Few Historical notes….Windswept, Rocky and a Golf Course? ...

Often it is said a picture is worth a thousand words. Every so often a picture captures a timeless library of emotions. So it is with the breathtaking photo taken of our new Spindrift listing in Carmel Highlands by noted Big Sur photographer Kodiak Greenwood.

Full article: A View for the Ages ...

For those of you who like lots of data to drill down on the economic side of our current real estate market, please find included the 2010 California Market update presented by Leslie Appleton Young, Senior Economist for the California Association of Realtors. Leslie is a close personal friend and an economist with a well [...]

Full article: 2010 California Market Update ...

The number one question I am asked by clients and friends at social gatherings; “When are we going to be at the bottom of this real estate cycle here in Carmel and the Monterey Peninsula?” There is no quick answer and even if it exists, we are not able to see it clearly in this [...]

Full article: At The Bottom? ...

In 1936, John Maynard Keynes published his masterwork “The General Theory of Employment, Interest amd Money”. His primary message was a discussion of how governments could borrow and spend to effect economic goals. He also introduced the the notion of “animal spirits”, those “spontaneous urges to action” that are a part of human nature. In [...]

Full article: Real Estate and the “Animal Spirits” ...

New Listing…enjoy golf course living, spacious innovative floorplan and Carmel Valley Sunshine, an incomparable climate and stunning vista. Please visit our new Summit offering.

Full article: Life at the Summit – Carmel Valley Ranch ...

In 1988 California voters approved Proposition 90 permitting homeowners over 55 to transfer their property tax to another home in another county. The value of the home acquired had to be the same or less than the one they sold. Most of the 58 Counties adopted Prop. 90 and each county was mandated to allow [...]

Full article: Transferring Property Taxes ...

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 of some [...]

Full article: Carmel Market Survey – A Mixed Message ...

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.

Full article: Carmel Valley Tudor Estate, “Beyond the Bounds of Tradition” ...

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. [...]

Full article: Preparation is Everything ...

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 [...]

Full article: “A Crisis is a Terrible Thing to Waste.” ...

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 [...]

Full article: A Perfect Storm for Buyers? ...

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 [...]

Full article: Home Inspection Reports – Timing Is Key ...

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 [...]

Full article: Buyer Behavior … Nearing a Bottom? ...

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!  [...]

Full article: Question of the Week: Pendings in Carmel ...