What could be a more perfect ending to a beautiful Tahoe summertime meal than an easy peach cobbler? Savor the flavors of summer with sliced fresh peaches cooking away with butter and spices. The topping can be made from pantry ingredients you have on hand and peaches can easily be substituted with any fruit you have depending on the time of year. The tang of the lemon juice paired with the Continue Reading
Brighten up your Home!
One sure-fire way to breathe some FRESH into your home is by painting. Here are our step-by-step instructions to get you started! Extremely important... PREP your area!! These steps will ensure a good outcome: Roll up any rugs and remove all furniture or move it to the center of the room. Cover with a drop cloth to keep items clean. Using a putty knife, fill all nail and screw Continue Reading
Clean Your Gutters!
Water and debris can accumulate in your gutters over the fall and winter, which can lead to water damage in your house. And you don't want that. So get a ladder that can reach your gutters, but be sure not to overextend yourself. If the gutter is too high, you might want to call in an expert to do the job. If you're doing the work yourself, don't lean the ladder against the gutter or near Continue Reading
Kitchen Reno’s That PAY
Minor Kitchen Renovations Pay at Sale We know that kitchens and bathrooms are traditionally the money rooms in a beautiful Tahoe house -- keep these in style and spiffy, and you can make more money on a sale. Thing is, you need your kitchen and bathrooms to look good, but you don't want to put a lot of money into the remodel. According to Remodeling Magazine, minor kitchen or bath Continue Reading
3 Home Improvements to do NOW
It's Summertime! YAY! It's a great time to update a few things which will make life easier, more efficient, and even increase the value of your beautiful Tahoe home. Here are our suggestions: Programmable Thermostat — Costs: $99-$250 Looking for summer home improvements that can save you money while increasing the value of your home? Installing a programmable thermostat is one of the easiest Continue Reading
How a Home is Appraised
The more your agents know about beautiful Tahoe real estate, the more accurate information they are able to provide you regarding the values of your home. We have been residents, Realtors, and business owners in beautiful Tahoe for decades. Our passion for our community is what drives us to provide you with the most accurate information necessary to the sale and purchase of Tahoe homes. We are Continue Reading
Downsizing – Where to Begin
Whatever your reason may be, downsizing (to a smaller home) can help save money and offer the gift of a more manageable lifestyle. True, it can be a challenge. After many years, clutter, furniture and possessions can build up. Getting rid of old things can be time-consuming and emotionally difficult. Having a plan and taking your time can help. Start Early, With a Plan Depending on the size of Continue Reading
Downsizing in a BIG Way
Downsizing your life into a smaller space can seem daunting. Let's face it, though, there are a lot of small-ish homes and cabins in beautiful Tahoe that are still affordable. Perhaps if we put on our "vision" glasses and take a magical look at these, we can see the "BIGGER" value! First, though, the reason for your choice to go smaller... Has your family moved out? Did your needs change? Continue Reading
Get Smart at Home
There are so many smart home gadgets on the market these days. You can plug in these devices around your home to play your music and turn your lamps on and off, all by voice command. But a Smart Home is more than a house full of gadgets. For a beautiful Tahoe home to qualify as a “Smart Home,” all the devices must be seamless, integrated, and work together as well as be controlled by voice and Continue Reading
Accessibility Is Important
Something to consider when updating your beautiful Tahoe homes... accessibility. Whether you currently have a special need or down the road when you sell your home, it's a plus to have accommodations for all. Adding an island to your kitchen? This is almost always a great home improvement, as most older homes have limited counter space. There are so many concerns regarding making your home a Continue Reading
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