For example…online tools like Zillow and Trulia generalize the actually property worth.  They have never been inside, have no idea of any upgrades or lakeviews, etc.  They use sqft, beds, baths and lot size to determine a value comparing apples to apples, not apples to oranges which is more likely in our market.  We’re not knocking these services as they are innovative and offering a global service that does have value, but the fact remains that the information they make available for home values is often wrong and sometimes, its values are dramatically below actual market price, sometimes they are far above. 

These services simply cannot provide the perspective that a human being and and a local expert in an area can.  When you work with a real estate professional, work with someone who understands the subtle nuances of the neighborhoods in their market area. Work with someone who knows that homes on the side of the street with water views are going to cost more than those on the side of the street with no view.

Work with someone who’s going to know which price constitutes a great deal for his or her clients. 

At Intero, we pride ourselves on being this type of company and agent. We take pride in being a hometown company whose agents live, work, and play in our market area. We take pride in knowing that our real estate professionals understand the market data that really matters, and we take pride in knowing that our agents know the tiny details that will make the biggest difference to you.  See how we seperate ourselves from other agents.

This is a very interesting questions and one that makes some buyers AND sellers uncomfortable in Incline Village.  In the past it was standard to price a home based on recent market data including the future market (pricing 30-60-90 days out) especially in an EXTREME buyers market where inventory levels are huge and sales are few.  Add in the fact that no two properties are alike (lot size, sqft, build, age, etc.) and you are definitely not comparing apples to apples nor even apples to oranges.  Read the entire article and see detailed MLS info here…

Here is this week’s update on the Distressed Homes in the Incline Village Real Estate Market:

Every spring since 1982, North Lake Tahoe comes alive with ten fun-filled days and nights, jam packed with events and activities for all ages. This year, the annual favorites will be back, along with a host of great new ones! On and off the mountain, at North Tahoe’s numerous resorts, and vibrant lakeside neighborhoods, there’s something for everyone. Enjoy on-snow events at resorts like Squaw Valley USA, Alpine Meadows, Homewood, Diamond Peak, and Northstar-at-Tahoe; Participate in special events, parades, races, parties, concerts, theater; and of course, there’s plenty of wining and dining to be had at North Lake Tahoe’s fine restaurants and lively establishments.

Join in the fun and celebrate like a true Tahoe local.

Event Details and Calendar

NEW NODs:

564 Ponderosa, APN 122-126-17, NOD Rec. 2/18/10

989 Tahoe Blvd. – Tahoe Racquet Club #71, APN 127-362-18, NODs Rec. 2/12/10 & 2/18/10 – Bank & HOA

872 Tanager – Pinebrook #40, APN 132-560-23, NODs Rec. 1/21/10 & 2/18/10- Bank & HOA

NEW NOTICE OF SALE:

920 Wendy #1, APN 131-410-01, TS#136854NV, NOD Rec. 8/28/09 – TRUSTEES SALE POSTPONED UNTIL TUES. 6/1/10 AT 11AM

926 Tyner Way, APN 125-162-14, TS#130430NV, NOD Rec. 1/7/09 – TRUSTEES SALE SCHEDULED FOR MON. 3/15/10 AT 11AM  (previously removed).

869 S. Dyer, APN 124-083-05, TS#130979NV, NOD Rec. 2/11/09 – TRUSTEES SALE POSTPONED UNTIL FRI. 4/30/10 AT 11AM

For a complete list of foreclosures and distressed properties go to www.solirealestate.com and click on the Foreclosure link.