Truckee Tahoe Real Estate News
Bonnie Jessee, Realtor 530 412 3984

“Sales in 2008 will be ahead of last year by 12 …

The secret is out.

Truckee is fast becoming a popular travel destination, but after Sunset Magazine dubbed Truckee one of the top 10 dream towns in its August issue, the mountain community may see some population growth.

“This validates everything we who live here already know — that it is a dream town,” said Mayor Barbara Green.

Ranked among other U.S. towns like San Luis Obispo, Calif., Crested Butte, Colo., and Prescott, Ariz., Truckee was commended for “it’s …

Real Estate in Truckee Today – Sierra Sun Article Bonnie Jessee, Realtor 530 412 3984

Emma Garrard/Sierra Sun
Small contractors and big developers alike are trimming down as the real estate market continues to slump.

While the resort-oriented, second home-driven market has been somewhat insulated from the greater national economic woes, some of the rippling effects have made their way into the Tahoe-Truckee region.

East West Partners, the largest developer in the area, recently laid-off three members of their marketing department, and three or four construction management positions, said Blake Riva, a managing partner with the company.

“We’ve made some adjustments …

TRUCKEE CALIFORNIA REAL ESTATE NEWS
By Bonnie Jessee, Dickson Realty
530 412 3984
bjessee@dicksonrealty.com

As a homeowner myself and working with homeowners as my professional and livelihood on a daily basis, I typically find the news regarding economics and real estate depressing. Perhaps you feel the same way, however ~

Sometimes what might sound like really bad news at first might not be so bad if you closely examine the numbers. Let us consider the California housing market recent year developments. The state’s median price for homes dropped nearly 40% from July 2007 to July 2008. …

Bonnie Jessee 530 412 3984

Whenever the market slows and prices decline as they sometimes do in certain areas, I have noticed some buyers are extremely tempted to wait on the bench to find that incredible bargain in terms of price, location and whatever other amenities you are searching for.

My professional advice is to not let yourself be tempted for too long! Keep these things in mind - when prices turn, interest rates usually follow the upswing. …

Will The Home I Buy Will Appreciate In Value?
Bonnie Jessee, Realtor
Truckee, California 530 412 3984

As a buyer’s representative my buyer’s best option is to connect with me, your Realtor and together study the area you desire to live in and do the homework to learn as much about that particular area as possible. As your local Realtor I can provide you with an overwhelming amount of information – because I know the territory!

In some areas, homes closer to town centers and recreation areas are valued …

Summer heats up with activities and events for the whole family every Thursday Evening here in Truckee!
The streets of Truckee come alive every Thursday evening during the summer season. Kicking off in June, and running through August 28, from 4-8pm, Downtown Truckee is the epicenter of music, art, children’s entertainment, outdoor activities, shopping, and restaurant sampling.
All of Truckee downtown districts will be participating, including Brickelltown, Jibboom Street, Commercial Row, West River and Church Street. Parking is FREE and locals and visitors are encouraged to meander the …

THE TRUCKEE~TAHOE LIFESTYLE
WE HAVE IT ALL
Bonnie Jessee
530 412 3984
http://www.welcomehometruckee.com

Folks who haven’t been to Truckee lately are probably in for a big surprise. Our formerly ‘small’ mountain town is on the ‘map’ thanks to the beauty of the area and an incredible abundance of activities. While Truckee’s population hasn’t changed all that much and we still love our small town feel; we have new golf courses, improved ski hills, new town parks and recreation areas being built and the soon to be open, Ritz Carlton, in addition to numerous other new resorts, all for the pleasure of locals …