Lake Arrowhead's "Kat" DeLong

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Weather in Lake Arrowhead ~ Four Seasons of Fun

Your Lake Arrowhead Realtor would like to share some local Lake Arrowhead Information with you.

Lake Arrowhead has four, beautiful seasons. Though they're mild, we still get to enjoy colorful & brilliant  falls, snowy winters (like today), bright springs and sunny summers.

Check the links below for up-to-the-minute weather and the Live Webcam

Lake Arrowhead Weather

Lake Arrowhead Webcam

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

Snow Valley is Oh-So Close to this Arrow Bear Cabin

Your Lake Arrowhead Realtor would like to share some local Lake Arrowhead Information with you.

 

A FEW MINUTES FROM SNOW VALLEY SKI RESORT


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$130,000
Single Family Home
For Sale
Main Features
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
1 Partial Bathroom
Location
2485 ELKO DR
ARROW BEAR, CA 92803

Kat DeLong

Kat DeLong

RE/MAX LAKESIDE
(909) 273-4542
lakearrowheadkat@hotmail.com
http://www.lakearrowheadkat.com



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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

Get Your "Curves" at "Curves " and Don't Forget about Their Community Food Drive

Your Lake Arrowhead Realtor would like to share some local Lake Arrowhead Information with you.

Gotta admit it, my "Curves" disappeared many moons again... but that's another story.

From March 1 thru March 31, 2010, Curves will be collecting non perishable items and monetary donations for our local mountain food banks.

Our Lake Arrowhead Curves, who have been in business for seven years, have donated approximately six tons of food to local food banks. That's a lot of food for those folks in need. And, for those members who donate a bag of groceries or make a donation of $30.00 during the month of March, will receive a reusable Curves grocery freezer bag. Non-members who do the same, between March 8 - 20, can join Curves FREE.

Curves is using this community drive to inspire all their companies by having a contest; The Curves winners will receive one of many prizes to be donated at their local food bank.

 

For more inforamtion, or to donate food, contact:

Candy Fairchild @ 909-336-0111. 402 Grass Valley Road, Lake Arrowhead CA.

 

 

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

Great Event For Buyers Coming To Southern California

Just a reminder, right around the corner is the Home Buyer's Fair.  Check out the info below, posted by RE/MAX Lakeside.  

Via Charlie & JoAnn Dickinson (RE/MAX Lakeside):

 

RE/MAX Lakeside Lake Arrowhead Real Estate

A Great Event is Coming This way!

 

The California Association of Realtors in participation with The Los Angeles Times Presents, The 2010 Southern California Home Buyer's Fair. Event takes place Saturday, March 13, and Sunday, March 14 at the Los Angeles Convention Center in downtown Los Angeles. The Fair is free to the public.

The Southern California Home Buyer's Fair will feature more than 50 educational seminars presented in English and Spanish for consumers. These seminars are designed to address many of the concerns of first-time home buyers and arm them with all of the practical information they need to know as they begin the road to homeownership.

What to expect...

EVENTS: More than 50 educational "how-to" seminars designed to help home buyers navigate today's real estate market with confidence and peace of mind.

EXHIBITORS: The Southern California Home Buyer's Fair also will feature more than 65 exhibit booths where visitors can obtain information from industry experts about a vast range of programs pertaining to homeownership and the home-buying process.

For complete information on The Southern California Home Buyer's Fair
CLICK HERE.

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Charlie & JoAnn Dickinson

RE/MAX Lakeside

27169 State Highway 189

Lake Arrowhead, CA

Office 909-337-9999

Cell 909-260-8228 * 909-208-2020

 

 

ABOUT RE/MAX

    • Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX. 

    • RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

    • RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

    • RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

    • RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

     Advertising/Brand

     • Billions of dollars have been spent promoting the RE/MAX brand and agents.

    • RE/MAX is one of the most recognized real estate brands and logos around the world.

    • When you join RE/MAX you're receiving the benefit of billions of dollars of advertising that have made RE/MAX the real estate leader it is today.

    • RE/MAX dominated national TV advertising in 2008, reaching as many viewers as all other real estate brands combined.

    • RE/MAX dominates national real estate TV advertising.

    • In 2008, RE/MAX dominated national TV advertising, with a 50 percent Share of Voice, for viewers 25-54.

    REMAX WEBSITE  

    • Millions of buyers and sellers visit remax.com.

    • Millions of buyers and sellers visit remax.com for their real estate needs.

    • remax.com attracts millions of buyers and sellers.

    • remax.com attracts millions of real estate buyers and sellers.

    · remax.com is the most visited real estate franchise Web site.

Stats from "ComScore, Jan.-June 2009; Compete.com, Feb. 2008-June 2009; Hitwise, Jan..-June 2009″)

 • remax.com shows all of the listings in thousands of cities and towns.

    Countries

 • RE/MAX is in more countries than any other real estate brand.

• RE/MAX is in more countries than any of our competitors.

• RE/MAX is in over 70 countries, more than any of its competitors.

    Hot Air Balloon  

 • The RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon fleet is one of the largest in the world.

 • The RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon fleet is the largest in North America.

    General

• RE/MAX has 2 percent of the agents but produces 10 percent of all agents' sales.

• RE/MAX offers support and services not available at other real estate companies.

• RE/MAX leads the industry in professional designations.

 · RE/MAX has more Certified Residential Specialists than anybody else.

(Same claim can be made for ABR, CDPE, SRES and CIPS designations.)

 

 

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

Running Springs Real Estate Market Report/Inventory

Your Lake Arrowhead Realtor would like to share some local Lake Arrowhead Information with you.

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

AA Meetings in, and around, Lake Arrowhead

 Your Lake Arrowhead Realtor would like to share some local Lake Arrowhead Information with you.

AlcoholismNo one really likes to discuss this disease; Alcoholism. So, I will. I think it is extremely important to acknowledge problems or concerns in order to either "help yourself" or perhaps "someone" you love or care about who may be suffering from an addiction. I've written and been published about this topic many times. It's a subject close to my heart.

I know the face of "alcoholism." No, I am not an alcoholic, THANK God. I do, however, have several members on both sides of my family tree who are, or were.  It isn't a disease that discriminates. It doesn't care what sex you are, the color of your skin, where you live or how much money you make. It can affect any one of us.

According to the MAYO CLINIC, Alcoholism is a chronic disease that makes your body dependent on alcohol. You may be obsessed with alcohol and unable to control how much you drink, even though your drinking is causing serious problems with your relationships, health, work and finances.

Are you suffering from alcoholism or drug addiction? Do you know someone who may be? If so, suggest they attend an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting. It could be the first step on the road to a new and better life.  

Alcoholic Anonymous Meetings in, and around, Lake Arrowhead

Other useful links that may be of help or interest:

Symptoms

Causes

ABOVE IT ALL ALCOHOL AND DRUG TREATMENT

MADD (Mothers Against Drunken Drivers)

 

 

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

Crestline, CA Market Reports for Feb. 22, 2010

Your Lake Arrowhead Realtor would like to share some local Lake Arrowhead Information with you.

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

Monday Morning Mountain Market Reports ~ Feb 22, 2010

Your Lake Arrowhead Realtor would like to share some local Lake Arrowhead Information with you.

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

Avoid Foreclosure on Your Lake Arrowhead Home by doing a Short Sale ~ Video by RE/MAX on Short Sale Basics

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Report for 2007 '08 '09

Your Lake Arrowhead Realtor would like to share some local Lake Arrowhead Information with you.

I thought it would interesting to show you a breakdown on the Real Estate Market here in Lake Arrowhead for '07. '08, '09.  It includes median prices, list price vs sold price and days on market.

Figures were taken from my local Board, Rim of The World MLS, are deemed reliable but not guanteed.

LP= List Price  ~  SP= Sold Price  ~  LP/SP= List Price to Sold Price Percentage ~   DOM= Days on Market

2007

SOLDS= 299    LP= $459,000    SP= $450,000    LP/SP= 96%     DOM= 114

 

2008

SOLDS= 242    LP= $399,000    SP= $387,000    LP/SP= 95%     DOM= 98

 

2009

SOLDS= 284    LP= $339,000    SP= $322,000    LP/SP= 96%     DOM= 102

 

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

Running Springs Real Estate Market Report/Inventory ~ Feb. 19 2010

Your Lake Arrowhead Realtor would like to share some local Lake Arrowhead Information with you.

Landscape Chart

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

Papoose Lake in Lake Arrowhead ~ Our Tiny dam

 Your Lake Arrowhead Realtor would like to share some local Lake Arrowhead Information with you.

Papoose Lake, on the northeast side of Lake Arrowhead (across from the Arrowhead Lake Association/marina), came about after a study found that Arrowhead Dam could possibly be unsafe if we suffered an earthquake of a 6.5 magnitude or higher. This was brought about after 1971 Sylmar Earthquake, which caused damage to the Van Norman Dam.   A seven million dollar bond was passed, paid for by Arrowhead Woods property owners and... here we are today. Read so much more history here.

Papoose Lake

Papoose Lake

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

San Bernardino County Inventory 7 vs 90 Days

Your Lake Arrowhead Realtor would like to share some local Lake Arrowhead Information with you.

Large Chart

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

Why do Buyers Make Lowball Offers?

Great Point of View on this topic (by J Philip Faranda). 

Via J. Philip Faranda (J. Philip LLC) Westchester County NY:

I am often asked by seller clients "what are these people thinking?" when a low offer comes in. I can only speak of what I see in my marketplace (Westchester and other suburban New York counties), and it is easy to answer "they AREN'T thinking," but the real truth is far more complex. At the heart of it all is always self interest, which is the very same reason why sellers want the most they can get themselves. 

First, a few obvious motivations:

  • Speculation- Hey, you never know, the seller might just go for it. Sadly, there are some mud throwers in this group who will make 20 low offers hoping one sticks. Some are wanna-be investors, others just want to live cheaply (do you blame them?).   
  • Bad advice- The buyer's agent made too lofty a promise about what they could do for them, or their Uncle Cornelius thinks he's a wheeler dealer at Sunday dinner.
  • Media Hysteria-The TV or newspaper reports that property values are down 50% in Kerflinkle County, two time zones away. The trouble with this one is that all real estate is local, and what is happening in Las Vegas or Gary, Indiana is not happening in Yonkers or Mount Kisco. 
There are other reasons which actually do contain a great deal of thought.
  • Fear. Some buyers know too many people who have been hurt due to a job loss, declining values, or both. They are therefore far more cautious than they were 5 years ago. These people want to make a deal but do not want to be pushed. 
  • Culture.Westchester County is very diverse, and the bidder on your property may not be from Brooklyn, if you know what I mean. They could be from Sri Lanka, Taiwan, or Albania. Some people make low offers because that is just how they do business where they come from, and they may have no idea that a low number would be insulting. When my brother was in the Peace Corps in Guatemala he told me they haggled over prices with shopkeepers. Can you imagine negotiating at the mall? 
  • Mixed signals. The buyer or their agent might feel that a vacant home might have more desperate owners, or that a house with no signs of a male is a divorce. If a buyer "smells blood" they will understandably press their perceived advantage, accurate or not. 
  • Research. GIGO (garbage in, garbage out) comes to mind, and no matter the source, be it Zillow, the local paper or their broker's market analysis, some buyers get very hung up on a sale down the street or price per square foot. These people will respond to honest data. 
This is by no means comprehensive, but in all cases the response should be calm, calculated and unemotional. Offers are just a starting point. The real goal is a good ending point (an accepted offer and contracts), and those start with an offer, no matter how high or low. It might be tempting to send a low offer packing, but the best thing to do is counter offer and negotiate
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  • J. Philip Faranda, Broker-owner, J. Philip Real Estate, LLC. 2010 Vice President, Westchester-Putnam Multiple Listing Service. 
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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

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Monday Morning Mountain Market Mintues ~ Lake Arrowhead

Your Lake Arrowhead Realtor would like to share some local Lake Arrowhead Information with you.

Landscape Chart

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

Mountain Fitness & Weight Loss Spots to Check Out ~ Lake Arrowhead

Your Lake Arrowhead Realtor would like to share some local Lake Arrowhead Information with you.

I know this is a touchy topic, but I'll walk the tight rope and ask, "Do you want to lose a few lbs?" Got a little too much junk in your truck? Is your muffin top over the top? Do you get out of breath walking to the frig?  I really must confess and say YES to all those questions. So I've done a little research (for me) and thought I'd share a couple of places that you may find helpful... in some way or another.

Pilate Matt

Weight Watchers, as you all know, is a program where you track your food with "Points."  For instance, maybe your daily Point target is 25; each food or drink you consume has a point value (you'll get a chart of those points when you sign up). You can either go to a local meeting weekly, or used WW's online program. There's a meeting place in Twin Peaks' Senior Center. Click here for map & directions.

Curves is designed to give you a 30 minute workout  with their specifically designed equipment. A few minutes on each machine, then to the next. This workout gives you a complete cardio and strength training workout, with a system that can burn up to 500 calories and works every major muscle group.  Click here for map & directions.

Lake Arrowhead Pilates Center. Pilates is an easy-on-your-joints exercise method movement technique that engages your mind and body in an effort to achieve overall physical fitness. Lauren Harris is the  Director of this center, which is located in the Lake Arrowhead Village. Stop and day hi!  Click here for map & directions.

Resort Fitness & More. Ah, now this is a wonderful place to workout. Period. Some of the work out programs may include: Cardiovascular and strength-training equipment, Free weights, Pilates, Tai Chi, Yoga and Fitness Classes. Workout times are Monday through Friday daily & the spa fee is $20 (Charged to Non-Registered Guests). Check the link above for MORE times and fees. Oh, and YES, you can have your own Personal training session if you wish. Click here for map & directions.

 

 

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

Posting Political "stuff" on AR. How's It workin' For You?

 Your Lake Arrowhead Realtor would like to share some local Lake Arrowhead Information with you.

I've been meaning to write about this for a while, as I still see many political-type posts and have been wondering "How's it workin' for you?"

Elephant & DonkeyWhat do I mean? Well, as far as your business goes, do you think these kind of posts are helpful to your BIZ? Are you alienating certain groups: Conservatives? Democrats? Middle of The Roaders? I'd say you MUST BE! How could you not be when you spew crap about a certain political party, be it a rolling-on-the-floor joke from the comic strips, or a worthy news breaking piece on TV.

Politics, like religion, can become a heated conversation under the best of times and circumstances. I KNOW. I am very passionate about my beliefs. But I realize, through trial and error, that there is a time and a place for "sharing" my thoughts. Once it goes out on the 'net, you can never unring that bell, even if you post under MEMBERS ONLY.

So my question is; does posting your political thoughts bring you business? Or are you ticking off many potential clients?

 

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

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The Mountain Top Hiking Club's Planned Trips for Feb 2010

 Your Lake Arrowhead Realtor would like to share some local Lake Arrowhead Information with you.

You ALL know how I keep you posted on The Mountain Top Hiking Clubs trips, so I thought I'd tellHIKING you about this weekend's plans. And you won't want to miss it because let's face it, the weather is PERFECT after some SOCAL storms we'd had, one after another.

Saturday, February 13, 2010:  Calico Mountains - Sierra Club - Mojave Group
This hike is moderate to difficult, 10-11 miles. The club plans to hike from Sunrise Canyon to Mule Canyon. Best to bring your sturdy boots, 2-3 qts. water, lunch and snacks.

Meeting place: BLM parking lot on Barstow Road across from Barstow College.  For time and information call hike leader Terrance McCorkle (760) 252-2194, cell (760) 412-1683 or oldhikerdude@verizon.net

Check here to see ALL planned hikes for the entire month.  ENJOY!

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

Did you Know this about Lake Arrowhead? A few Tidbits of Local Info

 Your Lake Arrowhead Realtor would like to share some local Lake Arrowhead Information with you.

Lake Arrowhead is located in The San Bernardino National Forest, approx 20 miles from San Bernardino, 90 miles from Los Angeles and 72 miles from Palm Springs. We're tucked amoung some 9,000 plus acres at an altitude of 5,108 feet.

Our lake is private and is governed by Arrowhead Lake Association (ALA), with 780 plus acres in capacity and a shoreline of approx 14 miles. Lake's depth (at maximum) is about 185 feet. In order to have the privilege of using our lake, you must  own property within certain boundaries of "The Woods."

 Arrowhead Woods Architectual Committee was set up to enforce the covenants, conditions and restrictions (CC&Rs) attached to all properties in Arrowhead Woods. They work hard to preserve the unique character of our area within the Arrowhead Woods. 

We experince four mild seasons in the San Bernardino Mountain town of Lake Arrowhead, with approx 310 plus days of sunshine. Winter temps may dip to 28 and summer temps may rise to 81.

Our primary economic generator is tourism. Lake Arrowhead has over three million visitors a year and we're grateful to each and every one. The three top employers are Rim of The World School District, Mountains Community Hospital, Stater Bros & Jensens.

Facilities and activities include the private, 18-hole Lake Arrowhead Country Club & Lake Arrowhead Yacht Club. Lake Arrowhead Village is our largest shopping area with many stores and restaurants, plus you can take a tour on the Arrowhead Queen and get to know the history of Lake Arrowhead and where many stars lived.

Currently we have 281 homes for sale (these figures are taken from Rim of The World MLS) that have lake rights, 32 which are lakefront properties. Median price for homes in "The Woods" (not lakefronts) is $499,000.  Lakefront median price is $2,770,000.  Click here to see homes for sale.

The population in 2007 was approx. 10,000 plus people with a median age of 39 yrs old. In 2008, median household income was $79,558.

If you'd like more  information about Lake Arrowhead, feel free to call or e-me today.

 

 

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.

San Bernardino Mountain Road Conditions ~ Mother Nature is at it again

Your Lake Arrowhead Realtor would like to share some local Lake Arrowhead Information with you.

I think the Groundhog, who recently predicted six more weeks of winter, should be taken out to the wood shed!

Anyway, more storms are baring down on Southern California and, at this very moment, so is the SNOW. So if you're planning a ski trip to one of our mountain ski resorts, CHECK ROAD CONDITIONS. Here are the current ones for Highway 18 (Rim of The World Highway):

SR 18 
    [IN THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA AREA]
    CHAINS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL VEHICLES EXCEPT 4-WHEEL-DRIVE VEHICLES WITH SNOW
TIRES ON ALL 4 WHEELS FROM 4.4 MI NORTH OF THE JCT OF SR 189 TO 6.7 MI SOUTH OF THE JCT OF SR 38 (SAN BERNARDINO CO)

And while you're at it, take a peek at LOCAL WEATHER conditions.  BE SAFE.

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  For all your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, call "Kat" @ 909-273-4542

Search my website, LAKEARROWHEADKAT or KATDELONG or RE/MAX for Active Listings

(RIM SCHOOL DISTRICT CAMPING & HIKING    ~ MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES  ~ SHOPPING ~ BLUE JAY VILLAGE  ~ LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA. ~ HISTORY 

 

Let me HELP you avoid foreclosure! 

• Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

• RE/MAX agents have the experience to get the job done in today's market.

• RE/MAX Associates average more sales than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX Associates have more real estate sales experience than other real estate agents.

• RE/MAX has the most productive sales force in real estate.

 

 

 

IF you're thinking about selling your Lake Arrowhead home, keep in mind, you want a company/Realtor who can get your home ALL the exposure possible. A "Private" Board has limitations.  When I sign a contract with you, I am promising to get your home THE BEST POSSIBLE EXPOSURE.

Ask me to put you on my Monday Morning Lake Arrowhead Real Estate Market Reports newsletter; delivered right to your email.