Once you've been pre-qualified for a loan, you should be ready to put your house-hunting efforts into high gear. The next important step in the home buying process is scouting out the Big Bear neighborhoods and getting familiar with each area. The best way to get started in your neighborhood search is to get in your car and explore, especially if you're unfamiliar with Big Bear. Ask your agent for a map and just start driving around. Get an idea about the neighborhoods by seeing first hand which areas appeal to … [Read more...]
Big Bear Real Estate – The Skinny on Home Inspections
June 27, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Every Big Bear real estate purchase agreement should include a provision for a home inspection. The following list covers the basic elements that a home inspector will check. You can also use this list to help you evaluate properties you’re considering for purchase. Structure: A home’s structure impacts how the property stands up to weather, gravity, and the earth. Structural components, including the foundation and the framing, should be inspected. Exterior: Big Bear weather and sunlight can be tough on homes. The … [Read more...]
July 4th in Big Bear Lake
June 22, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The annual Big Bear Lake Independence Day Fireworks are scheduled for the 4th of July at dusk (9:00 PM). The show, coordinated with music from the local radio station (KBHR 93.3), consistently ranks in the top 5 for California fireworks shows. The fireworks are organized by the Big Bear Rotary Club with support from the City of Big Bear Lake, the Chamber of Commerce, the Big Bear Lake Resort Association and local business and community donations. The spectacular show lasts 30 minutes. You can get out on the lake to … [Read more...]
Big Bear Rescue Zoo
June 17, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Located in Moonridge next to the golf course, the “Big Bear Rescue Zoo” is open daily from 10AM to 5PM (weather permitting, Memorial Day to Labor Day). It was formerly known as the “Moonridge Zoo”, but changed its name last month. The Zoo was created in response to the devastating 1959 fire which left injured animals. The Zoo now rehabilitates and cares for animals that can’t be released back into the wild. They have used some of the animals to create educational outreach programs, visiting schools and youth … [Read more...]
Tyler Wood Group Proudly Sponsors – The 2012 Music in the Mountains Concert Series
June 15, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The 2012 Music in the Mountains concert series kicks off this weekend in Big Bear with Singers and Songwriters; "A Tribute to Fathers" featuring Mike Cross, Simply Voices and special guest, Kai Clark Band, son of Gene Clark, co-founder of the 60’s rock band, The Byrds. This popular outdoor concert series has quickly become a Big Bear classic and tickets sell out every year. The concerts are held in the Big Bear Discover Center’s outdoor amphitheater located at 40971 North Shore Drive/ Hwy 38, Fawnskin. The … [Read more...]
Fishing Big Bear Lake
June 13, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Big Bear Lake is a fisherman’s paradise - crisp, clean mountain air, clear blue alpine waters, and some of the best fishing in Southern California, all surrounded by towering pines and majestic mountains. Whether you’re an experienced angler or a novice, Big Bear Lake provides the perfect environment for relaxing by the lake and catching a variety of fish. The State of California requires that every fisherman (and woman) over the age of sixteen have a valid fishing license in their possession while fishing. … [Read more...]
Big Bear Neighborhood Spotlight – Moonridge
June 11, 2012 by Leave a Comment
With its heavily forested hills and valleys, central location, and endless recreational opportunities, the Moonridge area is one of Big Bear’s more popular residential neighborhoods. Moonridge is home to Bear Mountain Ski Resort, Bear Mountain Golf Course, and the Moonridge Animal Park (also known as the Big Bear Rescue Zoo). The San Bernardino National Forest virtually surrounds the area and several popular hiking trails originate and wind through the steep canyons and hills. Big Bear Lake, the Big Bear Airport, … [Read more...]
Living “Green” In Big Bear
May 27, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Most of us were brought up believing that our natural resources would last forever. Now try to imagine a world without blue skies, towering trees, and all the natural beauty that makes Big Bear such an amazing place to live. It’s painfully obvious now that we have squandered our resources and if we all don’t take action, many of the things that we take for granted could soon be lost. So what can one person do about it? Can one Big Bear household really make a difference? Absolutely! Conservation starts in the home … [Read more...]
Home Appraisal Tips
May 20, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Home appraisals are meant to establish market value. A lowball appraisal can kill your real estate transaction. A Home Appraiser is a specialist who uses mathematical analysis to determine your home’s value (Sales Comparison Approach). This value is based on similar homes in your neighborhood. First, the value per square foot is determined and applied. Then the appraiser looks at the overall condition of the home. 1. All appraisers are not created equal Appraisals are not fact. Rather, they are the opinion of … [Read more...]
Renting Out Your Big Bear Home
May 13, 2012 by 1 Comment
If you own a second home in Big Bear, you’ve probably considered jumping into the rental market. The Big Bear vacation rental market is one of the most active and lucrative markets in California. The City of Big Bear Lake currently has over 1,100 registered vacation rentals on the books and they estimate another 300 to 500 properties are operating “under the radar”. If you take into account the hundreds of vacation rental properties located outside of the city limits, the total number of rentals in the Big Bear … [Read more...]
