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Big Bear Lake, CA Real Estate News

By Tony Card, Your Big Bear REO Specialist
(Keller Williams, Big Bear Lake, CA)
So, you want to buy a Short Sale in Big Bear? So, you want to buy a Short Sale in Big Bear.  My response to that statement is simply why?  Did you know that there are some great deals on bank owned, REO properties in the Big Bear Valley?  Were you aware that there are some home owners who are willing to sell their homes at the REO prices?  Once you have this information, I must ask you again, why do you want to buy a Short Sale?  Listed below are just a few of the reasons people want to buy a Short sale in the Big Bear Valley.  1.       Buyer thinks that they can get the home at a bargain price 2.       Buyer thinks that the bank will be willing to deal in order to save the foreclosure process 3.       Buyer thinks that the seller will accept any price offered as seller is desperate to ...
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By Steve Hirschler, Big Bear Real Estate
(Keller Williams Big Bear)
Price Address Area Subarea Bd Baths SF Apx Ttl Sold Price Sold Date 895,000 40218 LAKEVIEW BLC GBLC 3 2 2100 800,000 4/21/10 675,000 42384 EAGLE RIDGE DR FOXF CAST 4 3.5 3700 645,000 4/23/10 639,900 42573 BEAR LOOP BBC BL 5 4 3220 595,000 4/15/10 550,000 1141 ALAMEDA ROAD MOON HITR 3 2 1840 525,000 4/15/10 449,900 42507 JUNIPER FOXF GFOX 3 2.75 2242 387,500 4/16/10 425,000 174 LAGUNITA BLC GBLC 3 1.75 1084 380,000 4/30/10 425,000 39198 ROBIN ROAD BLW GBLW 4 3.5 2100 400,000 4/29/10 409,000 42753 HAUPSTRASSE FOXF ALP 4 3 2352 410,000 4/15/10 399,900 1349 LA CRESCENTA MOON GMO 3 2 1428 370,000 4/12/10 399,900 43036 MONTEREY MOON GMO 3 2.5 1688 387,000 4/21/10 398,000 870 WALDSTRASSE WAY FOXF ALP 3 2 1997 375,000 4/23/10 395,000 405 WAGON WHEEL BBC SHAY 5 3 2690 350,000 4/14/10 379,900 10...
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By Steve Hirschler, Big Bear Real Estate
(Keller Williams Big Bear)
Californians have a brief window of opportunity to receive up to $18,000 in combined federal and state homebuyer tax credits.  To take advantage of both tax credits, a first-time homebuyer must enter into a purchase contract for a principal residence before May 1, 2010, and close escrow between May 1, 2010 and June 30, 2010, inclusive.  Buyers who are not first-time homebuyers may use the same timeframes to receive up to $16,500 in combined tax credits if they are long-time residents of their existing homes as permitted under federal law, and they purchase properties that have never been previously occupied as provided under California law.Under the federal law slated to soon expire, a first-time homebuyer may receive up to $8,000 in tax credits, and a long-time resident may receive up...
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By Steve Hirschler, Big Bear Real Estate
(Keller Williams Big Bear)
Most buyer’s start their search online before they contact a realtor. This gives the buyer a feel for the market, but not always a true picture. After you have done some research online, you should contact a lender to determine the current mortgage rates, what you will qualify for, and a price range that will produce a payment that is comfortable on you budget. Taking the time to get your prequalification with a lender will allow you to avoid looking at homes that out of your budget. Most lenders currently require a minimum of 20% down payment for second homes, and it’s a good idea to offer 3% in good faith deposit. Closing costs are additional cash needed to buy, so be sure to inquire with your lender what these will be for your loan etc. This is also a good time to select a local Rea...
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By Kat DeLong, REALTOR
(Realty ONE Group Mountain Desert)
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By Steve Hirschler, Big Bear Real Estate
(Keller Williams Big Bear)
p>  Units Sold YTD Days on the Market Price Differential Steve Hirschler DRE#01703081 Associate, The Tim Wood GroupColdwell Banker42153 Big Bear Blvd.P.O. BOX 6820Big Bear Lake, CA 92315stevehirschler@gmail.com909 866-3481 EXT. 217 CELL 909 725-5889Fax 909 866-3531www.bigbearhomes.wordpress.com (blog)www.stevesellsbigbear.com (website)www.activerain.com/blogs/slhoo7\ (blog)www.thetimwoodgroup.com/author/stevehirschler (group website)http://twitter.com/stevehirschler (follow me)  
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By Steve Hirschler, Big Bear Real Estate
(Keller Williams Big Bear)
      Total Residential (excluding bank owned) Bank Owned Current  Inventory (total # of units)   588     54               Pending (in escrow)   71     40               Sold (ytd through 2/27/2010)   65     50               Days on the market   174     56               Price Differential % (list vs. purchase)   100.00%     100.45% Bank Owned Properties make up 8.41% of the total inventory in Big Bear. Bank Owned Properties are 36% of the pending sales Bank Owned Properties are 43.5% of what is selling in Big Bear. Bank Owned Properties sell 3.10 times faster than non bank owned properties in Big Bear. Real Estate is Local, Big Bear is a unique market! I can show you any home for sale in Big Bear. Search the Big Bear MLS (Multiple Listing Service) Search the Southern California MLS  (Mu...
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By Steve Hirschler, Big Bear Real Estate
(Keller Williams Big Bear)
Deed Recording Information for the Big Bear Area This is the 10 year deed recording information for the Big Bear Area. The inventory of active listings in the Big Bear Area is now at 641, which is 30% lower than the number of active listings in February 2009 (917). This is just about a 8 month supply based upon 2009 deed recordings. We currently have 110 pending escrows and 114 sold YTD 2010 (Big Bear MLS). Out of the 114 sold, 62 of those (54%) were either bank owned or short sale and 52 resale or new. Steve Hirschler Associate, The Tim Wood Group Coldwell Banker Mountain Gallery 42153 Big Bear Blvd. P.O. BOX 6820 Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 stevehirschler@gmail.com 909 866-3481 EXT. 217 CELL 909 725-5889 Fax 909 866-3531 http://www.stevesellsbigbear.com Subscribe to “Ask an Expert, Big B...
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By Steve Hirschler, Big Bear Real Estate
(Keller Williams Big Bear)
Sold in Big Bear 2/20 - 2/27/2010 ML # Price Address Area Bd Baths SF Apx Ttl Sold Price Sold Date 2100015 52,900 637 MERCED BLC 1 1 421 49,000 2/23/10 292582 64,300 862 SAN BERNARDINO SUGA 1 1 408 61,000 2/24/10 2100021 70,240 755 SAN BERNARDINO SUGA 1 1 570 70,555 2/26/10 291633 105,000 514 W BIG BEAR BLVD BBC 1 1.75 1064 60,375 2/23/10 281685 109,000 129 W MOJAVE BLVD BBC 2 1 646 105,000 2/22/10 292308 155,000 515 ELYSIAN BBC 2 1 816 155,000 2/26/10 291010 269,900 1273 BALSAM DRIVE MOON 2 2 1142 250,000 2/25/10 2100132 279,900 42789 REDWOOD FOXF 3 1 1152 283,000 2/23/10 292039 285,000 44333 SISKIYOU LANE MOON 3 1 990 252,500 2/25/10 291313 329,000 41745 COMSTOCK  LANE BLE 4 2 1254 315,000 2/24/10 290794 349,900 1629 E BIG BEAR BLVD. BBC 3 2.5 2385 326,500 2/23/10 282342 550,000 4231...
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By Steve Hirschler, Big Bear Real Estate
(Keller Williams Big Bear)
Moonridge Sold 2009 Fox Farm Sold 2009 Big Bear Lake Sold 2009 / *Does not included Lake Front Whispering Forest Sold 2009 Lake Williams Sold 2009 Fawnskin Sold 2009 / *Does not include Lake Front Big Bear City Sold 2009 Sugarloaf Sold 2009 Baldwin Lake Sold 2009 Erwin Lake Sold 2009 Lakefront Homes Sold 2009
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By Steve Hirschler, Big Bear Real Estate
(Keller Williams Big Bear)
  If you would like to discuss the Big Bear Real Estate Market, please give me a call. Steve Hirschler Associate, The Tim Wood Group Coldwell Banker Mountain Gallery 42153 Big Bear Blvd. P.O. BOX 6820 Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 stevehirschler@gmail.com 909 866-3481 EXT. 217 CELL 909 725-5889 Fax 909 866-3531 http://www.stevesellsbigbear.com Follow me on Twitter Subscribe to “Ask an Expert, Big Bear Real Estate Blog”
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By Steve Hirschler, Big Bear Real Estate
(Keller Williams Big Bear)
Market Condition Report provided by "Chicago Title" Please call me if you would like to discuss the Real Estate Market here in the Big Bear Area. I can show you any home for sale in Big Bear. Search the Big Bear MLS (Multiple Listing Service) Search the Southern California MLS  (Multiple Listing Service) Steve Hirschler Associate, The Tim Wood Group Coldwell Banker Mountain Gallery 42153 Big Bear Blvd. P.O. BOX 6820 Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 stevehirschler@gmail.com 909 866-3481 EXT. 217 CELL 909 725-5889 Fax 909 866-3531 http://www.stevesellsbigbear.com Follow me on Twitter Subscribe to "Ask an Expert, Big Bear Real Estate Blog"    
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By Steve Hirschler, Big Bear Real Estate
(Keller Williams Big Bear)
Median Sale Price / sq. ft. You need the latest version of the Macromedia Flash Player.Download the free Flash Player now! More Big Bear Lake Home Values I can show you any home for sale in Big Bear.   Search the Big Bear MLS (Multiple Listing Service)  Search the Southern California MLS  (Multiple Listing Service)  Steve Hirschler  Associate, The Tim Wood Group  Coldwell Banker Mountain Gallery   42153 Big Bear Blvd.  P.O. BOX 6820  Big Bear Lake, CA 92315  stevehirschler@gmail.com  909 866-3481 EXT. 217 CELL 909 725-5889  Fax 909 866-3531  http://www.stevesellsbigbear.com  Follow me on Twitter  Subscribe to “Ask an Expert, Big Bear Real Estate Blog”
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By Steve Hirschler, Big Bear Real Estate
(Keller Williams Big Bear)
Lots and Lands for sale in Big Bear City, CA Overview Maps Photos Description $109,900 Lots and LandsFor Sale Main Features Lot: 20,000 sqft Location 1563 Angels CampBig Bear City, CA 92314 Steve Hirschler Coldwell Banker DRE# 01703081(909) 866-3481steve@bigbeargallery.comhttp://www.stevesellsbigbear.com Listed by: Coldwell Banker / Steve Hirschler Our recent listings Mountain Get A WayLots and Lands for $109,900 in Big Bear City, CAAffordable Cabin in the MountainsGold Crown Hallmark StorePriced like a Bank Owned Subscribe to our listing feed See more Big Bear City, CA real estate for sale
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By Steve Hirschler, Big Bear Real Estate
(Keller Williams Big Bear)
ML # Price Address Area Bd Baths SF Apx Ttl Sold Price Sold Date 291293 1,995,000 39364 AURORA BLW 5 3.5 4600 1,685,000 12/28/09 272109 1,400,000 42363 GOLDEN OAK FOXF 6 5 5536 1,160,000 12/10/09 290508 899,500 367 GLENWOOD DRIVE FOXF 4 3.5 3139 850,000 12/9/09 290930 895,500 39645 LAKE DRIVE BLC 5 3 3570 880,000 12/16/09 291863 849,900 301 STARLIGHT CIRCLE FOXF 4 3.5 3174 795,000 12/29/09 292400 849,000 111 BAYSIDE DRIVE BLE 3 3 2675 829,000 12/29/09 291306 769,900 40181 LAKEVIEW BLC 3 3 3200 712,500 12/30/09 282455 725,000 382 CATALINA FOXF 4 3.75 3636 682,500 12/4/09 291998 710,000 42324 EAGLE RIDGE FOXF 4 3.5 4310 710,000 12/16/09 291609 609,000 123 S FINCH BLE 4 2.5 3330 585,000 12/17/09 291849 600,000 42232 CASTLE CRAG FOXF 4 3.1 3133 600,000 12/2/09 292150 539,900 43439 SHASTA R...
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By Tony Card, Your Big Bear REO Specialist
(Keller Williams, Big Bear Lake, CA)
More and more, people come into my office at Coldwell Banker in Big Bear Lake, or the call me and ask me to help them buy a home that is listed for sale as a short sale.  So often, the buyer has the mindset that the best deals to be had are from the short sales.  I've had a remarkable amount of success in listing and selling short sale properties, but the problems arise when I represent the buyers.  The story that I'm about to tell you is unfortunately, true. Near the end of May of 2009 a property was listed in the Moonridge area of Big Bear as a short sale.  This property had previously been listed at a much higher price and I had a client who was watching the property for price reductions.  As soon as it changed status from a resale property to a short sale, my client asked me to plac...
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By Steve Hirschler, Big Bear Real Estate
(Keller Williams Big Bear)
    I can show you any home for sale in Big Bear.   Search the Big Bear MLS (Multiple Listing Service)  Search the Southern California MLS  (Multiple Listing Service)  Steve Hirschler  Associate, The Tim Wood Group  Coldwell Banker Mountain Gallery   42153 Big Bear Blvd.  P.O. BOX 6820  Big Bear Lake, CA 92315  stevehirschler@gmail.com  909 866-3481 EXT. 217 CELL 909 725-5889  Fax 909 866-3531  http://www.stevesellsbigbear.com  Follow me on Twitter  Subscribe to “Ask an Expert, Big Bear Real Estate Blog”    
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By Steve Hirschler, Big Bear Real Estate
(Keller Williams Big Bear)
A short sale occurs when someone sells a house or condo for less than the outstanding mortgage debt against the property. Lenders will want to see a true hardship and proof of the borrowers inability to repay the debt. In Big Bear many homes will not qualify for a short sale since they are second homes. For a primary residence homeowner struggling with mortgage payments, a short sale is a way to get rid of a property. It may be possible for a homeowner to buy another home after two years, depending on the circumstances. Usually after foreclosure, one must wait three to five years before they will qualify for a loan. With a short sale, the seller could remain liable to the bank for the difference between the sale price and loan amount – this is known as a deficiency judgment. Purchase l...
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