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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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.
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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. [...]
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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 [...]
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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 [...]
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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 [...]
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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 [...]
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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 ...
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.
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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… [...]
Full article: Question of the Week: Carmel Valley past year’s sales ...
Monterey Car Week is now behind us, and it’s time to get back to work and focus on real estate. But before we do, let’s take one more look at this year’s Pebble Beach Concours “Best in Show”, the 1937 Horch 853, known to this year’s attendees as “The Horch”. What a stunning car…and now [...]
Full article: Carmel Market Update: Picking up Speed ...
Interested in a nice Carmel home on a 6000+ sf for under $700,000? Your wait is over with this Corner Cutie at 25325 Hatton. Take a look!
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Take a look at our new listing at 156 Spindrift in the Carmel Highlands. This 3BR/3BA, 3250 sf comfortable contemporary residence on 1 acre boasts some fantastic outlooks to the cool blue ocean.
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I have heard it many times from many clients. “We’re happy with where we’re priced. Buyers can always just make us an offer!” implying that the seller is willing to significantly discount their price during negotiations, but not wanting to reflect that willingness in their list price. But do buyers really make offers on [...]
Full article: Selling Your Home: The Importance of Pricing it Right ...
Our newest listing near the top of the hill in the Carmel Views area enjoys great outlooks to Point Lobos and the Carmel Valley mountains. Best of all, you can get this well-cared for 2700 s.f., 3BR/2.5BA home for under $1M! Take a look!
Full article: “Great Outlooks” from our new Carmel Listing ...