Direct link to - Window of opportunity for Big Bear sellers The number of homes for sale in Big Bear has been steadily dropping the past few months. Just recently, we dipped below 600 homes for sale. With that comes a window of real estate opportunity for some Big Bear home sellers. As the inventory levels drop, so does the number of available options for buyers to choose from. And when they have less options to choose from, this makes certain properties stand out, which in turn increases the odds of that … [Read more...]
Dip In Inventory Equals Opportunity For Big Bear Real Estate Sellers
January 19, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Healthy Big Bear Homes
January 18, 2012 by Leave a Comment
During the winter, the average American spends 90% of their time indoors. We rarely think about the air quality around us. By taking a few easy steps we can improve our surroundings. Asthma and other chronic diseases will especially benefit from a healthy environment. From house plants to natural fibers, there are several inexpensive ways to improve your home and your health benefits. Air Fresheners Beside adding color and vibrance to a home, house plants also act like an air filter, purifying the air. They … [Read more...]
Winter Cruising
January 12, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Take advantage of Southern California's magnificent weather. Come cruise the mountains. Without precipitation and with the warm weather, one tends to treat Big Bear a little differently than during a snowy winter. Motorcycles are visible in January. Tops come down on the convertibles. Even the Corvettes come out of hibernation. Almost all the streets are dry from that great preholiday snowstorm and it is time to take advantage of this great Southern California weather. This season has been much kinder, giving the … [Read more...]
Who Controls the Real Estate Prices in Big Bear?
January 7, 2012 by 4 Comments
Direct link to Big Bear Real Estate - Who Controls Real Estate Pricing? In short, the buyers. Real Estate agents like to think they have some effect on the pricing, but I believe it is determined mostly by the buyers, and to some degree, sellers. It doesn't matter how great an agent thinks they are, our how much money they spend marketing the property, if the price is too high and the buyers don't agree with it, it won't sell. No amount of skill or marketing will force a buyer to pay a significant amount … [Read more...]
Snowshoe Big Bear Lake
January 6, 2012 by Leave a Comment
With some of the best snow in the country, Big Bear is calling you to come celebrate all that Winter 2012 has to offer. Snow conditions couldn't be better. We're not just talking about the fantastic skiing and snowboarding. The holiday snow fell everywhere, leaving a thick, inviting, layer of white throughout the valley. Need a break from "Machine Groomed Packed Powder"? Just need to walk? Get off the roads and paths. Both fun and useful, snowshoeing is well worth the try. Head into untouched snow! Be your own "Off … [Read more...]
Big Bear Real Estate – Tour Moonridge
December 31, 2011 by Leave a Comment
The Moonridge area is comprised of Lower Moonridge, Upper Moonridge and High Timber Ranch. It backs up to the San Bernardino National Forest and was one of the first areas settled in Big Bear Lake. Today it's home to the Moonridge Zoo, the Bear Mountain Golf Course, and Bear Mountain Resort. The area is loaded with hiking trails and is a perfect location if you love mountain biking. Aside from activities there are shops and great places for lunch. Lower Moonridge The lower section of Moonridge has all of the … [Read more...]
New Year’s Activities for Big Bear Lake
December 29, 2011 by Leave a Comment
A beautiful white landscape covers the Big Bear Valley. Our nights are crisp, and the days are sunny with vivid blue skies. This New Year’s weekend looks perfect! Big Bear Lake has the best snow conditions in the Country. Many of our mountain visitors plan on spending the day on the slopes. Snow Summit will be open for night sessions. Remember, your lift ticket is valid at both Bear Mountain and Snow Summit, and a shuttle is provided. There are other activities throughout the Valley for New Year’s Weekend. Here are … [Read more...]
A Big Bear New Year’s Eve
December 27, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Snow Summit’s Torchlight Parade Big Bear Lake offers some of the best New Year’s Eve entertainment in the Inland Empire. Treat yourself to the only torch light parade in Southern California. At 7:00 PM. Snow Summit will temporarily interrupt their night session. Hundreds of employees and their families will chairlift to the top, where everyone will receive a red torch. As the snowboarders and skiers make their way down Miracle Mile, a glowing red snake can be seen all across the Valley. If you want to watch the … [Read more...]
Horseback Riding at Baldwin Lake Stables
December 26, 2011 by Leave a Comment
The only place to ride a horse in Big Bear. Baldwin Lake Stables is the only place in Big Bear Lake to go horseback riding. Located in the East part of the Valley, take Big Bear Blvd. past Big Bear City and past the Sugarloaf signal light. Instead of going up the hill, stop at the sign and cross into Shay Meadows. You'll see the sign for the stables. Continue for about a mile and a half. The stables are on the right hand side of the road where the view spreads out. If you've never ridden a horse before, you are in … [Read more...]
Big Bear Lake’s Alpine Slide
December 20, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain' is just west of Big Bear Village. At the bottom of the historic 'Rebel Ridge' ski slope of bygone days, the Alpine Slide is famous for year-round play. In and out of season, they offer great family fun with miniature golf, go karts, a water slide with heated pool, and a rather unique, self-controlled bobsled ride on cement tracks. Here's a tip: You won't get their great view of the lake, if you don't ride the bobsled. In the Winter season, the slide's best feature and most fun, is … [Read more...]
