Monday, November 30, 2015

Northstar's Noel Nights


Northstar's Noel Nights


Noel Nights in the Village at Northstar has become a family tradition for many throughout the years.  For the next 3 Thursdays the Village will come alive with holiday cheer and festivities.  All of the fun starts at 5pm and everyone is invited to attend.



The Northstar Village is a magical place every night, but especially on Noel Nights.  The center of the Village is highlighted by a brightly lit 35’ Christmas tree that towers over the ice skating rink.  Surrounding the ice rink are cabana seating areas and bars serving your favorite hot drinks or a marshmallow kit for s’mores to be cooked around the various open flame fire pits.  The Great Basin Carolers will fill the Village with cheerful songs and sounds of the season.  Near the Christmas tree is the staging area for sleigh rides where you can take a ride with your sweetheart or the whole family.  If there is still more time before Santa arrives, head to Tavern 6330’ for gingerbread men and women decorating with Chef Chad or stop in the breezeway for face painting.  At 6PM it is time to gather around Santa for photos near the sleigh.

The Sacramento Skating Group will provide entertainment they take over the ice for a skating performance.  It should be an exciting event to watch.

The Village at Northstar is the place to be for the holidays, I hope to see you there. 















Katie Tyler


Realtor®
BRE 01442453
c 530 277 1012 


Tuesday, November 24, 2015

Holiday Kick Off Party at Northstar

Holiday Kick Off Party at Northstar


It’s Thanksgiving week and the 2015 holiday season has begun!  Can you feel the excitement and festive energy in the air? With storms bringing more snow to Tahoe as we speak it's easy to get in to the holiday spirit.

It’s that time of year and there is no better feeling than the cold crisp air on your cheeks while out on the slopes, bright colored lights accenting trees all over town, carolers singing the sounds of the season and a 35 foot Christmas tree with children all on the lookout for the man in the red suit.

 
This weekend, the excitement is at the Village at Northstar. All weekend long, come join in the holiday spirit with activities taking place all around the Village.  Enjoy a classic sleigh ride, The Great Basin Carolers, complimentary holiday crafts, face painting or send your letter off to Santa at the North Pole.  Along with all the holiday cheer, the ice rink is ready for skating, go take a spin under the lights of the Christmas tree! 

The main event will be the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at 5:15 PM on Saturday. Hope to see you there!

Click Here For more information 

If Squaw Valley is your destination this weekend, check out the holiday events at the Resort at Squaw Creek. 

Wishing you a very happy Thanksgiving! 




Katie Tyler

Realtor®
BRE 01442453
c 530 277 1012 


Monday, November 16, 2015

Downtown Truckee Tree Lighting

Downtown Truckee Tree Lighting 




Are you ready for the holidays?  With all the new snow and the trees covered in white, I can’t help but be excited for a white Christmas.  This Friday, November 20th in downtown Truckee, join in the festivities as the Truckee Downtown Merchants Association and Rotary Club of Truckee light up the town tree and all of downtown at the “Bud” Fish Tree Lighting. The tree lighting event has been a Truckee tradition for over 20 years.


 

Here's the schedule:
Starting at 4pm, local elementary school children will decorate the Christmas trees that line Donner Pass Road in historic downtown Truckee. These trees will stay decorated with the children's ornaments throughout the holiday season.



At 4:30 Santa arrives at the festival on the Truckee Fire Department’s antique fire truck.  Get your Santa photo, drink hot cocoa, eat holiday cookies and listen to carolers. 
At 5:15pm The main event- the lighting of the tree and all of downtown Truckee. 

Bud Fish was a charter member of the Rotary Club of Truckee and a longtime Truckee resident.  Bud always made sure that the best Christmas tree was found for downtown Truckee.  He would also manage a crew of volunteers to put it up and have it decorated.  Upon Bud’s death, the Rotary Club of Truckee secured, planted and dedicated a permanent Christmas tree downtown in his memory.  
Happy Holidays and Let it Snow! 



Katie Tyler

Realtor®
BRE 01442453
c 530 277 1012 




Tuesday, November 10, 2015

Northstar is Opening Early

Northstar is Opening Early

Northstar California is opening early this year! Saturday, November 14th, Northstar will be kicking off the 2015-16 ski and ride season a week earlier than anticipated. This is the earliest they have opened since 2012. With about three feet of snow so far recorded on mountain for the season and the west coast's largest snowmaking system going full blast, the conditions are sure to impress. The mountain is opening top to bottom including the Big Springs Gondola, 3 lifts and the mid mountain magic carpet. Lifts include Vista Express, Arrow Express and Comstock Express taking you to the top of Mt. Pluto, elevation 8610ft looking over Lake Tahoe.



It is always fun to be part of opening day. Besides sharing (bragging) about it on social media, Northstar has some fun in store for the weekend. Start your collection of Epic pins with the Opening Day digital pin. Be one of the first 50 people in line at the Big Springs Express Gondola and receive a bag of Northstar Signature Brittle. End the day with live music and complimentary S’mores around the rink in the center of the Village.


Let’s celebrate the snow snow snow! Hope to see you at Northstar this weekend!



Katie Tyler

Realtor®
BRE 01442453
c 530 277 1012 


Monday, November 9, 2015

November, 2015 Tahoe Truckee Market Update


November, 2015 Tahoe Truckee Market Update



As the first snow of the season falls, the Tahoe Truckee community is abuzz with anticipation of the winter to come. In many ways, this early November accumulation already exceeds that of last winter and has buoyed spirits at a critical moment heading into winter. The Tahoe real estate market seems equally primed with exciting resort properties coming online to meet this renewed demand. Recent sales activity has been steady, if unspectacular, as if waiting for this snowfall to make a dramatic surge forward. 

Year over year, October was fundamentally even with 2014 in the number of transactions as well as average price. At 146 total residential sales, both years represent strong performances against historical trends. The chart below demonstrates that over a the past decade, October is typically the annual peak for the number of sales in a given year. While October 2015 trended slightly below a very robust September, it is well above the historical average of 134. 


The local market showcased an interesting phenomenon this past month. While sales units were generally consistent with the previous year, average price was down 4% from $769,000 to $738,000; reflective of the segment of luxury buyers missing from the market in the first half of 2015. Conversely, median price rose year over year from $511,000 in 2014 to $551,000; an 8% increase. 

Delving into these figures a bit more deeply, the range between $600,000 - $900,000 leapt by nearly double to 32 transactions in October. This would seem to indicate a new trend emerging in the local market. While many of these transaction represent our typical second homeowner purchasing in anticipation of the winter season to come, a new group of young families looking to move equity from their homes in higher-density, urban markets to a mountain community that promotes a  healthier standard of living. 

The $600,000 - $900,000 price range offers a level of comfort in the space between entry-level and luxury that is appealing to these professionals who identify as high-earners but are not yet wealthy (HENRYs = High Earners, Not Rich Yet). This emerging demographic is bringing professional-class jobs to the region transcending the typical mountain economy based entirely around service and trades. With significant spending power, this group is driving cultural innovations throughout the region including diverse education options, new and exciting dining choices and greater recreation selections that will help smooth out the seasonality of the local economy. 
Further, with seemingly limitless earning potential, this group is likely to find upward mobility in the coming years providing a continuous cycle of demand for property throughout the region. 

As we are now within weeks of opening the most anticipated ski season, perhaps ever, there is much to be excited about. I look forward to keeping you informed as the Tahoe Truckee region realizes its full potential. 




Katie Tyler

Realtor®
BRE 01442453
c 530 277 1012 


Tahoe XC Ski Swap


Tahoe XC Ski Swap


This season is starting off with a bang. We already have some great snow so it's time to get your gear ready. The largest XC Ski swap in California is happening right here in Tahoe City.  If you are looking to buy gear, this is the place.  With passionate outdoor enthusiasts  and professional athletes in the area, top of the line gear and sometimes even gear with the tags still on can be found at these area ski swaps.  If you’re looking to sell some extra gear, bring your equipment to the Tahoe XC on Friday, November 13th.  Commission to sell is only 15%!  Only “human powered” items will be accepted for the swap.  Aside from the main nordic focus, you might see bikes or snowshoes too.  Whether you need help pricing the items you are selling or help buying a ski set up or new boots, there will be plenty of knowledgeable volunteers on staff to help.  


Not only is this a great deal for you, it’s a good thing for the Tahoe Cross Country Ski Education Association.  All proceeds will benefit TCCSEA that provides school children in the community with a unique opportunity to learn and participate in nordic skiing.  This program is providing lifelong enjoyment and health benefits along with the foundation for world class competitive training as many young athletes in the area strive towards. 
Click here for more information. 



Katie Tyler

Realtor®
BRE 01442453
c 530 277 1012 



Monday, November 2, 2015

Tahoe Chocolate & Wine Festival



The Tahoe Chocolate & Wine Festival benefiting the Tahoe SAFE Alliance is this Saturday, November 7th at the Hyatt Regency in Incline Village, NV.  For 27 years now, the festival has consistently been a community favorite.  When you put wine and chocolate together, what’s not to like?  This year they are bringing back the fun with the theme  “Life is a Caber{n}et!”.  Guests will be brought back in time to the 18th century when Cabarets were all the rage.  A variety of boutique wines will be paired with outstanding chocolate creations prepared by Tahoe’s finest culinary artists.  If you save some room, scrumptious appetizers will also be served.  



Don’t miss the raffle and live auction with prizes that include a weekend adventure at the Turley House in Paso Robles, Squaw/Alpine Gold ski passes, Disneyland tickets, local dining gift certificates, massages and more! 



Guests will also have the opportunity to participate and contribute in a positive, meaningful way to the Tahoe SAFE Alliance.  Tahoe SAFE Alliance is a community-based organization providing direct services to victims of intimate partner/domestic violence, sexual violence and child abuse.  All proceeds benefit Tahoe SAFE Alliance and their mission.  




Treat yourself to a night out and give back to this local organization that is doing great things for our community.  

Click here for more information or to buy tickets.  
 


Katie Tyler

Realtor®
BRE 01442453
c 530 277 1012