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Lake Tahoe August 2026 Real Estate Newsletter

August 14, 2026 by Michelle Keck

Lake Tahoe Real Estate Market Update- August 2026 There are certain things that happen every summer in Tahoe that would seem completely ridiculous anywhere else. Here, we simply call them Tuesday. By August, we’ve all accepted that “going to the lake” is a logistical undertaking requiring sunscreen, a cooler, two beach chairs, a paddleboard, a wagon, approximately 14 snacks and a parking Continue Reading

How AB 38 Defensible Space Inspections Shape Lake Tahoe Home Sales

August 11, 2026 by Michelle Keck

AB 38 Defensible Space Inspections Shape Every Lake Tahoe Home Sale

California's AB 38 defensible space inspection can affect residential real estate transactions across the California side of the Lake Tahoe basin. It is particularly relevant for properties in designated high or very high fire hazard severity zones. If you’re buying or selling a property subject to the requirement, the inspection documentation becomes part of the transaction. Knowing what it Continue Reading

Lake Tahoe Market Report- July 2026

August 5, 2026 by Michelle Keck

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

Lake Tahoe Fire Insurance Costs Buyers Rarely See Coming

July 28, 2026 by Michelle Keck

A firefighter stands beside a fire engine parked on a residential road outside a timber and stone home framed by tall pines in Lake Tahoe.

Buyers are getting smarter about fire insurance in the Lake Tahoe Basin. They now research coverage early, giving them a clearer path through what could otherwise become a hurdle.People often arrive with Bay Area assumptions, budgeting $3,000 to $4,000 a year for coverage. Their first Tahoe insurance quote is a valuable wake-up call that prompts a more realistic purchase plan.The Lake Tahoe fire Continue Reading

Building in the Lake Tahoe Basin Almost Never Pencils Out

July 21, 2026 by Michelle Keck

Vacant land parcel in the Lake Tahoe basin with survey markers showing Lake Tahoe new construction permit requirements

Most buyers who fall in love with Lake Tahoe share a similar dream. They want to build exactly what they want on a great piece of land. That means custom finishes, a perfect layout, and not having to work around a previous owner's decisions.While that dream can be compelling, the reality can prompt buyers to reassess once they start asking questions.Building custom in the Lake Tahoe basin means Continue Reading

Lake Tahoe TRPA Coverage Rules Can Stop Your Renovation Plans Cold

July 14, 2026 by Michelle Keck

Aerial view of Lake Tahoe neighborhood showing multi-story homes built vertically to preserve TRPA coverage rules and

You found the perfect Lake Tahoe property. The lot has room to spread out, and you have already sketched plans for a deck addition. Your contractor is ready to go. Then someone mentions TRPA coverage, and everything stops.Most buyers from outside the Tahoe Basin have never heard of it. This unfamiliarity is not about someone lacking research skills. It's that no other real estate market in the 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 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

California vs Nevada at Lake Tahoe: Which Side Should You Buy On?

May 19, 2026 by Michelle Keck

Watercolor illustration of California vs Nevada Lake Tahoe real estate map with topographic contours and desert vegetation.

Buyers evaluating Lake Tahoe properties on both sides of the California-Nevada state line are making a significant financial decision. The choice between the two sides directly affects purchase price and annual tax exposure. It also shapes lifestyle flexibility and, for high-net-worth buyers, long-term portfolio performance.Nevada-side Lake Tahoe properties typically cost more upfront than Continue Reading

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