Dickson Realty`s September 2014 Newsletter

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Dickson Realty - September 2014 Newsletter
News You Can Use
Truckee | North Lake Tahoe
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Dickson Realty’s September 2014 Newsletter
The Dickson Truckee Team
11836 Donner Pass Road | Truckee, CA 96161 | 800.541.4440
Expanding our Reach and Service to You
Dickson Realty is proud to announce its affiliation with long time Plumas County Realtors Chris David and Jeanne Dansby.
An added bonus, Dickson Realty now has a new office at 8912 Highway 89, Blairsden-Graeagle, California! The office is
conveniently located at the intersections of Highway 89 and Highway 70 and welcomes visitors, clients and friends alike.
Chris and Jeanne are proven experts in residential, land, ranch and development property sales and have collectively
provided these services in Plumas County for more than 30 years. By joining Dickson Realty, they take on a new
responsibility, as part of the sales effort at Nakoma, selling the exciting new “Residence Club at Nakoma” offerings.
Chris David is known for his involvement in all aspects of the community, as an active member of the Plumas Association
of Realtors, an owner of two area restaurants and as an effective fundraiser for local organizations.
When Jeanne is not working hard at her real estate tasks, she shares her office management and administrative skills with
the Plumas Association of Realtors, has also served on the Portola Planning Commission and is a notary public.
“Our new association with Chris and Jeanne, and the addition of their strategically located office, immediately establishes
Dickson Realty as a market leader in Plumas County” said Dickson Realty Co-owner Ron Hemig. He added, “This
reinforces Dickson Realty’s ongoing commitment to our clients, agents and local community”.
About Residence Club at Nakoma: A new equity residence club located in the picturesque High Sierra just an hour from
Lake Tahoe, the Residence Club at Nakoma was launched in 2014 by the Schomac Group, Inc. – in partnership with Elite
Alliance – offering luxury residence ownership opportunities and lifetime golf privileges on The Dragon course at the
Nakoma Golf Resort and Spa. Visit ResidenceClubatNakoma.com or call 800-284-8820.
Dickson Realty
8912 Highway 89,
Blairsden-Graeagle, California
Chris David
Home sales in the Tahoe MLS dropped from 110 in July of 2013 to 81 in the same
month of 2014. But median home prices rose from $469,500 for July 2013 to
$540,000 in July 2014.
June to July 2014 in our area saw a decrease in sales from 92 in June, but a rise in
median home prices from $522,000 to July’s $540,000.
In the Tahoe region, for the period of January thru July, the overall number of sales
for single family homes was down, but prices were up as compared to the same
period in 2013. Only the Donner Lake area and Sierra County saw decreases in
home values, although Donner Lake almost doubled the number of homes sold in
2014 versus 2013. (See next page for detail chart)
Comparing rates and closing costs between Lenders
.
Many
borrowers shop for mortgages these days and obviously many shop online. Recently we did a survey and put in our
own information as a “borrower” and shopped on line. It was very revealing and offered us insight into what our client’s go
through. We found the process daunting.
1. Rates change daily and sometimes a few times a day during a volatile period. So a client usually needs to shop all
lenders within a short time frame, generally within a couple of hours.
2. The next daunting item is rate vs. fees. Many on line companies we found were offering great low rates but you either
had:
a. Origination fees
b. Other general fees
c. Had to use their title/escrow company. This is really not possible for a purchase transaction as you need to
usually use the company agreed upon in purchase contract by buyer and seller.
As a borrower number two is the biggest challenge. We have a template we provide clients to shop various lenders so they
can then compare.
Using a lender that either you or your agent has a relationship is a huge advantage. That lender especially in a small town is
always going to be looking out for your best interest. If the lender is like Rice Conway Team at WJ Bradley Mortgage Bank
they have competitive rates and offer outstanding service as well as accountability to you and your agent. Next time you
decide to shop do so keeping #1 and #2 in mind, call your lender for help in shopping, and use a lender you or your agent
trust for both great rates and service.
Drought is a gradual phenomenon. Although persistent drought may be characterized as an emergency, it differs from typical
emergency events. Most natural disasters, such as floods or forest fires, occur relatively rapidly and afford little time for
preparing for disaster response. Droughts occur slowly, over a period of time. There is no universal definition of when a drought
begins or ends. Impacts of drought are typically felt first by those most reliant on annual rainfall -- ranchers engaged in dryland
grazing, rural residents relying on wells in low-yield rock formations, or small water systems lacking a reliable water source.
Criteria used to identify statewide drought conditions do not address these localized impacts. Drought impacts increase with the
length of a drought, as carry-over supplies in reservoirs are depleted and water levels in groundwater basins decline.
There can be no denying that California is facing a severe water crisis. The photos and graphs clearly indicate as much. But
now we are feeling its effects as we go about our day to day lives, from water not being served in restaurants to local
restrictions on landscape watering. Even the recent ALS ice bucket challenges have brought about fines for those participating
in some communities.
.
Photo Credit: California Department of Water Resources
On July 15, 2014 emergency drought regulations were adopted by the California State Water Resource Control Board
(SWRCB). These new regulations took effect on July 29th. Truckee Donner PUD, at a special board meeting on August
12th, took action to implement the mandatory drought regulations.
Key points and impacts to Truckee Donner PUD customers and the community include:
• Restriction on the irrigation with potable water of ornamental landscapes and turf to 2-days per week.
This applies to all Truckee Donner PUD water customers; and
• Prohibitions for all Californians, punishable by a fine of up to $500 for each day in which the violations
occurs, against:
• The application of potable water to outdoor landscapes in a manner that causes runoff such that water
flows onto adjacent property, non-irrigated areas, private and public walkways, roadways, parking lots, or
structures;
• The use of a hose that dispenses potable water to wash a motor vehicle, except where the hose is fitted
with a shut-off nozzle or device attached to it that causes it to cease dispensing water immediately when
not in use;
• The application of potable water to driveways and sidewalks; and
• The use of potable water in a fountain or other decorative water feature except where the water is part
of a recirculating system.
Of course, there are countless water saving actions we as individuals can take. There is a fun, interactive room by room
homeowner’s guide available here. Our actions, combined with those of business, municipalities and agriculture, can make
a difference.
If you have any
questions, make sure
to speak with your
agent.
Dickson September 2014 Newsletter
September Events
September 2– every Tuesday through September
Foothills Farmer’s Market
Truckee Regional Park
8am – 1pm
Information: www.foothillfarmersmarket.com
September 5
First Friday events
Historic Downtown Truckee
5:30 – 8pm. Participating shops/ restaurants offer complimentary food, drinks and music.
Information: www.historictruckee.com
September 5
Guitar Strings vs. Chicken Wings
Village at Squaw Valley USA
6-10pm
Bands and restaurants square off against each other in an effort to raise funds and awareness for the
Tahoe Institute for Natural Sciences.
www.squaw.com
September 5-7
29th Annual Lake Tahoe Autumn Food & Wine Festival
Check schedule for event times
Come enjoy three full days of cooking seminars and demonstrations,
culinary competitions, wine tastings, and more at the 29th Annual Lake
Tahoe Autumn Food & Wine Festival in the Village at Northstar
Information: www.tahoefoodandwine.com
September 7
Sierra Senior Services Pancake Breakfast
Sierra Senior Center, 10040 Estates Drive, Truckee
8 to 11am, $7adults/$3 kids
A fundraiser for Sierra Senior Services
Information: www.sierraseniors.org
September 6 – 7
Trails & Vistas
Trails & Vistas is the most unique art experience in the Tahoe/Truckee
region with music, dance, poetry, and installation art. The autumn art hikes
will be on Saturday, September 6 and Sunday, September 7, 2014 at the
Spooner Lake, Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park. Don't miss the next magical Trails & Vistas art hike.
Information: www.trailsandvistas.org
September 6-7
Pacific Fine Arts and Crafts Festival
10am – 4pm daily
Free
The Historic Downtown Truckee Arts and Crafts Festival is hosted by the Truckee Downtown Merchants
Association and features the original work of more than 60 artists and crafters in downtown Truckee's
walkable historic mountain setting.
Information: www.pacificfinearts.com
September 13
Tahoe Sierra Century Ride
The Tahoe Sierra Century Ride has earned praise for its scenic routes,
challenging hill climbs (60 and 100 mile routes), full support services,
great food and incredible music.
The Tahoe Sierra Century Ride includes three routes that all begin and end at Squaw Valley: 30-miles, 60miles, and 100-miles.
Information: www.tahoesierracentury.com
September 21
North Lake Tahoe
If you're looking for the ultimate IRONMAN challenge, Lake Tahoe is the race for
you. There are 50 qualifying slots for the IRONMAN World Championship in
Kailua-Kona, HI, and the spectating is equally as exciting as the competition itself.
Information: www.ironmanlaketahoe.com
September 27
Oktoberfest
Village at Squaw Valley USA
2-6pm
Traditional Bavarian music and folk dancers, beer garden, brats & kraut.
Entertainment is free.
Fundraiser for Tahoe Truckee Lacrosse Association
www.squaw.com
September 27
Cadillac Ball – An Evening of Masquerade
5-10pm
$150pp
Ritz Carlton, Lake Tahoe
13031 Highlands Court, Truckee
Take this important opportunity to support the needs of the Truckee
community of today, and "Change A Life." 100% of the proceeds from
the Cadillac Ball directly fund groups and projects that benefit our community.
Information: www.truckeerotary.com

Dickson Realty`s September 2014 Newsletter

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