August home sales in Big Bear remained flat while the median sales price showed a slight drop, and the average sales price rose moderately. Big Bear Home Sales Home sales in August (68) were level when compared to the July sales (68). Year over year however, sales were down 9% from August 2009 (75). 20, or 29%, of the 68 sales were bank owned, 7% less than last month. This is one of the lowest months for bank owned sales that we've seen in some time. The monthly average is normally in 40-50% range. 7 of the … [Read more...]
Big Bear Foreclosure Numbers – June 2010
Foreclosure filings in Big Bear rose in June 2010, up 25% when compared to May, continuing the zig-zag uncertainty of the Big Bear foreclosure market. Year over year, foreclosure filings were down 12% from the June 2009 numbers, the sixth straight month that foreclosure filings were down year over year. Notices of sale saw a big spike while notices of default were up modestly. The number of properties going back to the bank in June was the lowest we've seen since February 2009. Keep in mind, foreclosure filings … [Read more...]
Big Bear Home Sales – June 2010 & Second Quarter 2010
The number of homes for sale in Big Bear continued its upward rise in June. The median sales price jumped around again, something we've seen a lot of the past 6 months, while the average sales price remained nearly the same, and Big Bear homes sales picked back up in June. Big Bear Home Sales Home sales in June were up 24% when compared to the May sales (72 v. 58). That is a nice increase but considering May was one of the slowest months we've seen the past year, 72 home sales is about average for Big Bear right … [Read more...]
Big Bear Foreclosure Numbers – May 2010
Foreclosure filings in Big Bear dropped significantly in May 2010, down 32% when compared to April. And year over year, foreclosure filings were down 46% from the May 2009 numbers, the fifth straight month that foreclosure filings were down year over year. This is a welcome sign for an otherwise slow moving Big Bear real estate market. Keep in mind, foreclosure filings are made up of three parts - Notices of Default (NOD), a recorded document that starts the foreclosure process, which is normally filed after … [Read more...]
Big Bear Home Sales – May 2010
The number of homes for sale in Big Bear rose significantly in May, the second straight month we've seen the increase. Combine that with the 55 homes sold in May, the lowest number we've seen since January 2009, and it is not the type of combination you want if you are looking for an improving real estate market in Big Bear. One of the bright spots for sellers has been the limited inventory, or competition. But, that is slowly going dim. Big Bear Home Sales Home sales in May were down 28% when compared to the … [Read more...]
Who Knows What To Believe Anymore?
Ever wonder why consumers lack trust in anything they read anymore? Check out these real estate market headlines I received in are recent update from C.A.R. California’s median home price up 21 percent in April from a year ago Nearly 75 percent of homes are affordable Foreclosures plateau—finally. Repossessions soar. Real estate's new problem: not enough homes What kind of homeowners choose to default? Consumer confidence on the rise Maybe it is just me, but does anyone else see the conflict in … [Read more...]
Big Bear Home Sales – April 2010
Home sales in Big Bear remained relatively stable in April 2010 while prices dropped pretty significantly. Big Bear Home Sales Home sales in April were up 3% when compared to the March sales (76 v. 74). Year over year, sales are up 21% from April 2009, more good news for the market. Compared to April 2008, sales were up 52%! 32, or 42%, of the 76 home sales in Big Bear were bank owned, about 5% less than last month. 40-50% per month is about the average we've been seeing for a while now. 11 of the sales, or … [Read more...]
The Case Against Waiting To Sell Your Big Bear Home
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Big Bear Home Sales – March 2010 & First Quarter 2010
Home sales in Big Bear jumped in March 2010. First quarter sales are up while prices are still down. Big Bear Home Sales Home sales in March were up 18% when compared to the February sales (73 v. 62). Year over year, sales are up 26% from March 2009, encouraging news for the market. Compared to March 2008, sales were up 49%! 34, or 47%, of the 73 home sales in Big Bear were bank owned, about 8% more than last month and one of the highest months for bank owned sales in Big Bear we've seen in the past 6 months. … [Read more...]
Big Bear Home Sales – December 2009
Big Bear Home Sales Sorry I've been so late on posting these. To say things are busy right now in the Big Bear real estate market would be a huge understatement. So, here we go. Big Bear home sales slipped a bit in December but overall still remain strong. Home sales in December were down 10% when compared to the November sales (79 v. 88), but were up 93% when compared to the same month last year (79 v. 41). The second number really shows you how much better sales are doing this year compared to last year. … [Read more...]