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Lake Tahoe July 2026 Real Estate Newsletter

July 9, 2026 by Michelle Keck

Lake Tahoe Real Estate Market Update- July 2026 How do you know it's officially summer in Tahoe? Orange cones. Not the ones from your kid's soccer practice—the hundreds that mysteriously appear overnight on every road you planned to drive that day. Summer in Tahoe isn't just beach season. It's also road construction season, when every paving crew works overtime to squeeze a year's worth of Continue Reading

California Property Tax Portability Lets Longtime Tahoe Owners Keep Their Low Basis

July 7, 2026 by Michelle Keck

Wooden deck with Adirondack chairs overlooking forest and ranch fence in Tahoe mountain property setting

You bought your South Lake Tahoe home in 1998 for $280,000. With decades of capped assessments, the taxable value is likely far lower than the actual market value. That gap is one of the most valuable financial advantages you hold as a longtime homeowner.When you start thinking about moving, you might worry about losing that low assessed value on your home. A new home will be much more expensive. Continue Reading

Lake Tahoe Real Estate Market Report- June 2026

June 29, 2026 by Michelle Keck

Lake Tahoe Real Estate Market Update- June 2026 The latest numbers are in, reflecting May 2026 sales activity. Welcome to the  Lake Tahoe Real Estate Market Update- June 2026  (data from May). Here’s what’s happening across the Lake Tahoe basin: South Lake Tahoe Real Estate Market Report- June 2026 Comparing the Same Month Last Year to This Year- Data from May Median Sales Continue Reading

Lake Tahoe June 2026 Real Estate Newsletter

June 5, 2026 by Michelle Keck

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Lake Tahoe Real Estate Market Update – June 2026 Summer Arrives in Tahoe June marks the beginning of Tahoe's most active season. The beaches are filling up, trails are busy, and visitors are once again discovering everything that makes Lake Tahoe such a special place to live and invest. For homeowners and buyers alike, summer often brings renewed motivation to make a move, whether that's Continue Reading

Lake Tahoe May 2026 Real Estate Newsletter

June 5, 2026 by Michelle Keck

Lake Tahoe Real Estate Market Update – May 2026 A Season of Opportunity May has arrived, and with it comes the unofficial start of Tahoe’s busiest season. Longer days, warming temperatures, and a steady stream of visitors are bringing renewed energy to the basin. For many homeowners and buyers, this is the time of year when real estate plans begin to take shape—whether that means preparing a Continue Reading

South Lake Tahoe VHR Buyers Face Real Legal Uncertainty in 2026

June 2, 2026 by Michelle Keck

Aerial view of South Lake Tahoe neighborhoods where South Lake Tahoe VHR permit regulations apply in 2026

The South Lake Tahoe short-term rental market opened significantly when the city's new VHR ordinance took effect in spring 2026. The 150-foot buffer between rentals is gone, and condos are eligible for permits for the first time.A 900-permit cap with room still available sits on the books, though that window is closing faster than most buyers realize. If you are targeting VHR income from a South Continue Reading

Lake Tahoe Real Estate Market Report- May 2026

June 1, 2026 by Michelle Keck

Lake Tahoe Real Estate Market Update- May 2026 The latest numbers are in, reflecting April 2026 sales activity. Welcome to the  Lake Tahoe Real Estate Market Update- May 2026 (data from April). Here’s what’s happening across the Lake Tahoe basin: South Lake Tahoe Real Estate Market Report- May 2026 Comparing the Same Month Last Year to This Year- Data from April   Continue Reading

Lake Tahoe Fire Insurance Costs Every Buyer Must Know Before an Offer

May 26, 2026 by Michelle Keck

Stone cabin exterior with potted plant at sunset, forest backdrop illustrating Lake Tahoe fire insurance costs concerns

Lake Tahoe fire insurance costs have become one of the first conversations serious buyers need to have. It's more than a closing-day formality.Lake Tahoe properties above $3.1 million typically face annual fire insurance premiums exceeding $40,000 from specialty carriers, making insurance a critical factor in the purchase decision before writing an offer. Some cash buyers are opting for foam fire Continue Reading

Duplex For Sale in the Heart of South Lake Tahoe! 🌲💙

May 23, 2026 by Michelle Keck

  Just 3 blocks from Lake Tahoe, this beautifully updated duplex offers an incredible opportunity for investors, owner-occupants.   Welcome to 3338 Treehaven Drive, a thoughtfully updated duplex in the heart of South Lake Tahoe offering exceptional versatility for investors, owner-occupants, and those seeking a mountain lifestyle with income potential. Ideally located just three Continue Reading

Lake Tahoe First-Time Buyer Costs Most Listings Never Show

April 28, 2026 by Michelle Keck

Open notebook with floor plan sketch and checklist on wooden desk beside coffee mug

Buying your first home in Lake Tahoe comes with financial surprises that don't appear on any listing page. The buyers who handle them well are the ones who learned about them before their first showing.Fire insurance quotes can determine whether a Lake Tahoe property purchase is financially viable, with specialty coverage on properties above $3.1 million averaging around $40,000 annually or more. Continue Reading

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