On Sunday, April 13th there are two houses in the Lake Arrowhead area going to auction.  Try the link below to get information about them:http://www.ushomeauction.com/auction_details.php?show_hide=&dynamicCounter=&jsVenue=&totalVenue=11&stateIDLeft=LAKE+ARROWHEAD&countyID=&beds=&baths=&propertyAddress=&propertyZip=&venueCode=&lateAddition=&auctionID=H-023&check=&search=1&view=1&listPaging=25Please note the following:I do not represent these properties and I am providing this information as an accommodation only. If you would like agent representation for this auction please contact me and I will be happy to represent you as a buyer's agent.These properties are in the Lake Arrowhead area, but do not have "lake rights" to use private Lake Arrowhead.As foreclosure properties sold AS-IS and... 03/29/2008

Lake Arrowhead has always had ties with the Hollywood bunch. MANY celebrities now, as well as then, have called Lake Arrowhead home....an escape from the hustle-bustle of Los Angeles and other large cities below.  But the most famous celebrity ever to own property in Lake Arrowhead was the notorious mobster, Benjamin "Bugsy" Siegal."  Bugsy (he lothed being called Bugsy) talked the Chicago Mob into backing his new venture, which is now known as BRACKEN FERN MANOR. This Alpine-style inn opened as Club Arrowhead in The Pines on July 4th,  1929. The inn had state of the art  amenities, such as electricity! More importantly, it catered to the rich and famous, offering gambling, illegal liquor and "working girls." Other amenities included an Olympic size swimming pool, skiing, tennis courts,... 03/28/2008

This morning, my broker held a round-table discussions about what (as a company and as individual agents) we can do to better represent out sellers.  It was a group of that included some very successful Realtors and the discussion was lively.According to my broker, the most common complaint he received from sellers about the agents representing them was that they didn't hear from them often enough.  They didn't know what was going on, if the house was being shown, what feedback they were getting, was advertising was being done, etc.  This was, by far, the number one problem reported to him.We talked about getting sellers involved in what the market is doing as a whole.  The idea is to show them what the sales activity is for homes in their particular price range.  Because, after all, it... 03/28/2008

 According to local MLS statistics the median price of homes in Lake Arrowhead is up 19.7% for February 2008 from February 2007.This included 18 home sales strictly in Lake Arrowhead. The median price of a single family residence in Lake Arrowhead for February was $470,000. Based on the above facts Lake Arrowhead showed the highest % gains in all of San Bernardino County!95% of all other cites in San Bernardino County reported losses up to a whopping 67.6%! OUCH.Long Live Lake Arrowhead!LiveLakeArrwowhead.comNathan Diones  03/28/2008

Lake Arrowhead, CA-   Steven Keefe, President of Arrowhead Home Loans, Inc. announced today the continuation of a program designed to benefit both sellers and buyers of real estate transactions.The "Special Financing" program is a mortgage program that serves as a strategic marketing tool for selling properties faster by offering a competitive home financing program.  It is an interest rate buy-down program on select products that benefits both the seller and the buyer.How it works...The seller agrees to buy down the buyers mortgage interest rate by providing a credit of up to 3% of the sales price.  Arrowhead Home Loans, Inc. applies this money towards the buyers mortgage rate, lowering the interest rate and the monthly payment.How do sellers benefit?It differentiates their home by mak... 03/28/2008

According to the Rim O' The World Association of Realtors, there are approximately 400 Realtors working the Crestline to Green Valley Lake Market we service.  Of those Realtors, only half of them have any listings at all.  Of those that have listings half of those have only 1 or 2.62% of our business as a company last year came from assisting sellers sell their homes.  Our company average of listings per agent is 4.6 where the MLS Average is 2.3.  Not all agents work sellers, but successful agents do and know that the listing side of the business is critical to a successful real estate career.The old saying says... "He Who Has the Listings Rules the Market."List ... List... List 03/28/2008

Every Thursday we have our agent tour for new listings, and properties that are being "re-toured" because of price reductions or other changes (i.e. the house has been cleaned-up, improvements have been made, etc).  This week's "hotsheet" has 43 properties on it.  Of these properties:4 are vacant land listings0 Sky Ridge (Twin Peaks) for $65,000  29182 Pigeon Hawk (Cedar Ridge) for $360,00029239 Pigeon Hawk (Cedar Ridge) for $569,0000 Golden Rule (Arrowhead Woods) for $89,5001 is a condo184 Highway 173 (Edgewater) - 4 br, 3.5 ba with dock for $619,0004 have price reductions782 Knights Ct. (Arrowhead Villas) - 2 br, 2 ba reduced $30K to $229,00027520 Matterhorn (Arrowhead Woods) - 3 br, 2.5 ba reduced $100K to $599,000769 Nadelhorn (Arrowhead Woods) - 3 br, 4 ba reduced to $439,990495 Br... 03/27/2008

Many parents move to a particular area BECAUSE of schools. In fact, that was the reason my family moved to Lake Arrowhead in 1991. After all, our children are the future.  Here are a few facts about our school district:Six of our eight schools were named California Distinguished Schools70% of Graduates attend college or university Approximately 530 certificated and classified employees serve on behalf of the 5,700 studentsEighty-six percent of Rim teachers have Masters DegreesMountain Continuation High School is classified as a California Model School!Low drop-out rates and high graduation ratesCard Reported for School Year 2006-07 Published During 2007-08Click here for all the information on RIM SCHOOLS  03/27/2008

This is a monthly newsletter published by Thomas Crate, Mortgage Broker for Arrowhead Home Loans, Inc.  "The Mountain's Trusted Mortgage Advisor."Whether you are a buyer shopping for a new home, or an existing homeowner, the team at Arrowhead Home Loans, Inc. has proven to be the most reliable and respected mortgage operations in the San Bernardino Mountains.  Call on Arrowhead Home Loans, Inc for all of your mortgage related needs. 03/27/2008

It is such a beautiful day today, I HAD to get out of the office for a while. So, I drove down to "The Village" in Lake Arrowhead and walked around. I had to do a "little" shopping anyway. What do they call that; Multi-tasking? Yes, that's what I was doing. The Village has two levels and I was on the lower level. The parking lot was packed...I TOOK this as a good sign that all isn't so bad in California--not at Lake Arrowhead's Village, today. PEOPLE are out spending and enjoying life. At least on this "perfect" day. Life is good.... even the duck thinks so.     03/26/2008

Formley Christmas in April ~ now known as Rebuilding Together is having their annual Dinner/Auction to be held on April 22, 2008 at 5:30 at the San Moritz Lodge.  This year will prove to be awesome, a great band has been lined up to perform and the food should be the best ever.  The tickets are $25 each and this includes your meal and entrance.  There will be a silent auction, a live auction and dancing.  Dinner MenuBBQ Tri Tip and mesquite flavor boneless chicken breastRed Potatoes with parsley/cheddar cheeseSteamed VegetablesMixed green saladVariety of cakesWelcome cheese and crackers during the Cocktail HourWine and Beer available at a moderate charge.Come out and show your support to a great cause and have some fun in the process.  All proceeds go to Rebuilding Together, rebuilding ... 03/26/2008

Wow!  Approximately 125 properties have reduced their list prices so far this month (according to our multiple listing service).  There are great deals to be had for buyers who are looking.  Many properties go right away after a price reduction has been done (people are keeping their eyes out for great deals), so act quickly!Arrowbear - 4 properties reducedArrowhead Villas - 5 properties reducedArrowhead Woods - 47 properties reducedCrestline - 28 properties reducedDeer Lodge Park - 1 property reducedGreen Valley Lake - 6 properties reducedLakefront Homes (Lake Arrowhead) - 1 property reducedRunning Springs - 22 properties reducedSkyforest - 1 property reducedTwin Peaks / Rim Forest / Blue Jay - 9 properties reducedTo receive information about listings available in any area, please call... 03/26/2008

Though it may be more difficult to sell now than, say, two years ago, there are definitely certain things you can do to increase your odds of a sale.1)  Work on the "WOW factor."  First impressions and truly crucial.  There should be nothing that would keep a potential buyer from saying anything but, "Ooooh.  Wow.  This looks nice!" as they approach your home and pull into the driveway.  Eliminate all clutter, trash, pineneedles, oil stains, etc, from the approach to your front door.  You want them to be holding their breath as they open the door, hoping the inside is as great as the outside.2)  I don't know that I have ever heard a client say, "It's too light in here." The opposite has been heard alot, "Man, it's dark in here."  Leave the blinds and drapes open as much as possible.  Le... 03/26/2008

Stuart Duncan prominent Australian business man and professional Boxing Manager is slated to open his Mile High Training Camp in late April. Stuart Duncan became interested in the area after contacting me regarding Oscar De La Hoya's training facility in Big Bear Last year.  After comparing the two areas he decided that Lake Arrowhead was the ideal location for his camp.  The High Altitude, terrain, lake, natural beauty, affordability of housing & easy access to airports and major cities such as Los Angeles, Las Vegas & Orange County were the main draws for him.  The facility will cater to Unarmed Combat Sports, Boxing, Mixed Martial Arts, UFC Fighters, Olympic Squads & Teams. 03/26/2008

This year's Lake Arrowhead Film Festival 2008, Film Television and Beyond will be held at the LAKE ARROWHEAD RESORT AND SPA!  So "Come up for air," see this year's honorees: June Lockhart, Jack Hill, Beau Bridges, Joe Mantegna, just to name a few. Movie Trailers include Elvis and Anabelle, Rosemary's Baby, Breach and more...  VISIT  Ticket Sales , Screening Times or Film Festival 2008 to make your reservations today! MAP OF AREA 03/25/2008

Pending Listings Week Ending 3-16-08           AddressList Price Year Built BedBathArea28344 Larchmont$199,900.00197943AV26297 Thunderbird$359,000.00197932AW543 Pioneer$370,000.00197642.5AW141 St Andrews$399,000.00197132AW1447 Yosemite$425,000.00197331.75AW235 Bret Harte$469,000.00196242AW863 Grass Valley$479,900.00200832.5AW394 Eagles Nest$1,165,000.00197833AW404 Tetley$209,900.00198142CR425 Tetley$225,000.00197853CR23704 Hillside$114,900.00194632CR23915 Pioneer Camp$234,900.00192521CR511 Dogwood Canyon$245,000.00192422TP26013 Hwy 189 $299,000.00200732TP            153 Homes have gone pending since january 1st 2008     information provided from Rim O'World MLS                             Call anytime to get a free market evaluation on your property.  The time is right to get your home ... 03/25/2008

When my family and I first moved to Lake Arrowhead, we'd go out on Sundays and explore our town and the surrounding areas. One of the first places we ventured to was the Strawberry Peak Fire Lookout Tower, in Twin Peaks (near Lake Arrowhead).    This Fire Lookout was constructed in the early '30's and was manned by volunteers to spot fires during the high fire season.  TODAY, volunteers still use the fire lookouts to spot fires AND, also, to educate the public about the history of the lookouts and our forest.  Visitors are allowed to climb up to the tower and experience the awesome mountain views. The views, in fact, go on forever! This is not a place for someone who has a problem with heights! Hours: 9:00 am and 5:00 pm from Memorial Day to Labor Day . Directions : From San Bernardino,... 03/25/2008

Whether you're looking for shopping, boating, relaxing, moutain biking, wake boarding, great food, or anything else, chances are that you'll find what you're looking for in Lake Arrowhead.  If you're looking to buy property here, or if you're just going to visit, there are several things that you will want to know and be aware of:  Most importantly, you should know that Lake Arrowhead is a private lake.  Not just anyone can come up and put a boat on the lake or throw a fishing line in the water (like at Big Bear Lake).  You MUST own land within the boundaries of Arrowhead Woods in order to enjoy the lake and the recreational activities associated with the water.  People who own property in Arrowhead Woods (including lakefront homes) have "lake rights."  These rights enable such things a... 03/25/2008

Well it is official, Spring is here. Driving in this morning, I saw daffodils springing up here and there and the sunrise was again amazing.  Throughout the next few weeks I will be blogging about our current happenings here on the Mountain... This week March 25th-30th 2008 March 30 - Arrowhead Arts Association presents the Concert Master Series of Sunday afternoon chamber music concerts at the Lake Arrowhead Country Club. Featuring Jeffrey Solow, cello, and Ayke Agus, piano. Concerts start at 4:00 pm and dinner follows at 6:00 pm. To purchase tickets or for more information please call (909)337-4296. March 30 - Mountain Music Students. String Program: "Pizza"cato Party including Cello and Piano Concert at Lake Arrowhead Country Club. This event will be held beginning at 3:00 pm and end... 03/25/2008

  Weekly Lake LevelLast Year's Reading - 5103.28 Friday, March 21 - 5105.98 Saturday, March 15 - No Reading Sunday, March 16 - No Reading Monday, March 10 - 5105.90 Tuesday, March 18 - 5105.92 Wednesday, March 19 - 5105.94 Thursday, March 20 - 5105.96 The water temperature is 45.7 degrees.   (According to ALA, full is 5106.70) 03/25/2008