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Arnold, CA (PRWEB) November 15, 2011

Cedar Creek Realty, a vacation rental and property management company in Arnold, California reports that vacation rentals are being snapped up in the area.

“This was the best July we’ve ever had. It was record numbers for us,” said Kelley Stellar, vacation rental manager for Cedar Creek Realty in Arnold. “Many people who used to take their vacations to Hawaii, Europe or Tahoe are coming up to the Arnold area these days.”

Stellar believes this is partly due to the poor economy and partly due to the recent “discovery” of the Arnold area by young families in the East Bay of California’s San Francisco Bay Area.

Stellar estimates there are between 150 and 300 vacation rentals available in the greater Arnold area. Renters often just stay for the weekend, but week- and month-long stays are becoming increasingly common.

From a business perspective, experts believe that turning a second home into a vacation rental is a good way to supplement income. “It’s a great idea in this point in time,” Stellar said. “All of my rentals are second homes. Now, because of the economy, they have decided to rent them out for extra income.”

Stellar said that along with the booming rentals, home sales are also up in the area. “We get people who actually are up here looking to purchase a home to put it in a vacation rental program. They know that now is a good time buy.”

There are two main seasons for vacation rentals. During the summer, families come up for vacations and enjoy the lakes and rivers and exploring the mountains. In the winter, numerous skiers head to the hills. “From the third week in June (when kids get out of school) through Labor Day” is a booming time, Stellar said. “We start getting busy again when the snow flies around Thanksgiving. That lasts through Easter.”

Who rents?

People come from all over the state and beyond to stay in the cabins and homes in the Arnold area.

“Most people are coming in with two to three families,” Stellar added. “They rent the larger houses. Usually, it’s families. People in their 30s with children ranging from 5 to 13. We get a lot of them from the Bay Area.” Luckily for owners, there are very few younger renters, and the cabins do not receive very much damage. “We don’t get a lot of the 20-somethings up here,” Stellar said. “Almost all of them are families. I really don’t get a lot of damage. I might get a spill on the carpet from kids carrying a Coke. Really, it’s very good.”

Why Arnold?

“People have actually started to discover us,” Stellar said. “We have a whole lot to offer. Once somebody comes up here once, they go home and tell their friends and bring their friends up. Then they come back up year after year. They often use the same cabin every year. It’s kind of a tradition. It’s actually becoming a big draw.”

“If you’re taking a family of five to go skiing and go to Tahoe, you spend a bundle. You can come here instead and spend a lot less.”

“I think it’s more beautiful here,” Stellar said. “It’s a beautiful easy drive from the Bay Area. The people up here are incredibly friendly. There is so much to do. From Murphys all the way up, there is so much diversity.”

Blue Lakes Springs is one of the most popular rental areas because there’s a lot to do within the subdivision.

“Most people are looking for the recreation areas,” Stellar said. “Blue Lakes Springs is very popular because of all the activities they offer. Most families want something for their kids to do.”

This popularity of the vacation rentals has led to home sales rising as well, as some vacationers want a permanent home in the scenic Highway 4 corridor.

About Cedar Creek Realty

Mountain living is a unique experience. Cedar Creek Realty’s staff offers both the local knowledge and the big city expertise to handle the real estate needs of full-time residents and second homeowners from the San Francisco Bay Area. Every property has its history of ownership, slope nuances, and unique characteristics. Cedar Creek Realty combines insider perspective with extensive experience, garnered all across California, in the full range of real estate services from sales and marketing to rentals and property management.

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(PRWEB) November 16, 2011

Michael Pierson and Chris Eigel, principals of the prestigious Chicago real estate firm Prudential Rubloff Properties, are pleased to announce the formation of Prudential Rubloff Rentals, a new division in Southwest Michigan and Northwest Indiana established to market and manage vacation rental property.

As a market leader in Harbor Country and the surrounding communities, we were often asked to market and manage vacation rental property, said Pierson. By establishing Prudential Rubloff Rentals, we are responding to a need in the marketplace.

Eigel added, A rental division dovetails nicely with our brokerage services in Southwest Michigan and Northwest Indiana and was really a natural progression for us.

I am delighted to add such a valuable service to the comprehensive services we already offer through our New Buffalo, Michigan office, said Rob Gow, Branch Manager of the Prudential Rubloff New Buffalo office. We look forward to helping our new vacation rental clients achieve their goals.

To learn more about Rubloff Rentals for your vacation property, please contact Rob Gow directly at 269.469.8740 or send him an email at rgow@Rubloff.com.

About Prudential Rubloff Properties

Prudential Rubloffs Harbor Country office is located at 439 S Whittaker Street in New Buffalo, Michigan and can be reached by calling 269.469.8300. Prudential Rubloff Properties has 16 sales offices with over 900 sales professionals and staff in Chicagos Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, Lakeview and South Loop neighborhoods, as well as suburban Evanston, Hinsdale, Lake Forest, Libertyville, Northbrook, Wheaton, Winnetka and Michigans Harbor Country. Prudential Rubloff is the exclusive provider of Prudential Rubloff Mobile, a free mobile application that allows users to explore all homes for sale, for rent or that have recently sold in the Chicagoland and Southwest Michigan areas from their mobile device. Prudential Rubloff is also the exclusive provider of Premier Market Watch, a consumer trend and analysis tool for neighborhoods and communities in Chicagolands Cook, Lake and DuPage counties. To receive Premier Market Watch reports, or to download the Prudential Rubloff Mobile application, please visit Rubloff.com.

Prudential Rubloff Properties is an independently owned and operated member of Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, a full-service residential and commercial real estate network with nearly 1,600 franchise offices and approximately 54,100 sales professionals in the franchise network in the United States and Canada. Prudential Rubloff ranked first in the Midwest and sixth nationally in the Prudential Real Estate Network in 2010. For additional information and the finest online residential real estate experience in Chicagoland, please visit Rubloff.com.

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Koloa, Kauai, Hawaii (PRWEB) November 21, 2011

A new ultra-luxury cottage at Kukui`ula is the first Kauai vacation rental offered exclusively through The Parrish Collection Kauai. Located in Hawaii’s newest community at Poipu Beach, the luxurious home boasts an impressive list of amenities and is impeccably furnished and decorated by world renowned interior designer, Donna Vallone. This home is perfect for the Kauai traveler who is looking for that refined and indulgent vacation experience.

The Kukui`ula Collection is the newest offering from Parrish Kauai and comes during the fifth anniversary of the company’s change in ownership and branding from Grantham Resorts and Real Estate, according to President JP Parrish. The excitement generated is at an all-time high as we announce this new rental opportunity, said Parrish. The bar is yet again raised for those visitors looking to experience Kauai’s finest jewel.

Only the best homes and condos are part of its collection which offers the largest variety of professionally managed Kauai vacation rentals and the most oceanfront homes in Poipu.

The Parrish Collection Kauai is a source of pride for Nancy Grantham, the company’s previous owner, who said, “It is wonderful to see my 20 years operating Grantham Resorts continuing to prosper in the capable hands of JP. I so admire and respect the standard of excellence that continues.”

The excellence that Ms. Grantham speaks of is shown in the accolades and recommendations received nationally by The Parrish Collection Kauai for its high level of guest satisfaction.

JP Parrish commented that, “The strength in our company is an outstanding team that prides itself in surpassing expectations and building great relationships with owners and guests. Our first five years have been exciting and I look forward to those ahead. Our Kukui`ula Collection marks a new era for Parrish Kauai and further expansion in the high end luxury Kauai vacation rental market.”

Makai Cottage Description:

One of the most luxurious Kauai vacation homes on island, the air conditioned residence features partial ocean views, 4,500 square feet, four bedroom suites each with private bath, a separate guest cottage, an outdoor lava rock shower, swimming pool and spa. Complementing the superior amenities is the Parrish Kauai full service guest concierge and personal planning prior to check-in.

Reservations are now being accepted for stays beginning January 1, 2012 by calling 800-325-5701. Rates start at $ 650 nightly and a minimum seven night stay is required.

About The Parrish Collection Kauai, LLC:

The Parrish Collection Kauai, established in 1984, represents the islands finest selection and variety of luxury Kauai vacation rentals. Recently chosen a 2011 Top Rental Manager by FlipKey, their distinguished collection of 200 homes and condominiums on Kauais North and South Shores is complemented with a dedicated long-term staff and a full service Guest Concierge. Four offices are located in Koloa, Princeville, and at Poipu Beach to assist guests and owners. Online direct booking and property information is available on their website.

If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview with JP Parrish, please call Anne English at 808-742-2000.

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New York , NY. (PRWEB) November 24, 2011

On Thursday, November 24, 2011 at 9 a.m. the 85th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will begin. Along the route of the Thanksgiving Day Macys Parade will travel by the Rent My Vacation Home NY Office. On Display will be a new system that vacationers can now search 83 web sites with one click and Home Owners can list on the site with one form. The Current system has over 70,000 listings entered from all the USA web sites and on pace for 30 Million Hits this year. All of the calendars are synced as well, this way the Home owners can update with one click.

Rent My vacation Home has hundreds of employees throughout the United States who work with Realtors, Hotels, Motels and all kinds of data bases for lodging. These employees work out of the 83 offices located in every state of the USA. The web sites feature an interactive map so you can find the closest office. Rent My Vacation Home now has the largest network of vacation home sites in the USA.

If you are traveling during these holidays use this web site as it is the only one that guarantees the saty or Money back policy. Stop by the web site at rentmyvacationhome.com and register for the free trip drawing for 2 to Maui Hawaii. Vacationers will be greeted by an animated cartoon character that is Called Mr. Sunny. He is on all 83 web sites now of over 70,000 homes. Look for Mr. Sunny at the Macys day Parade but just a little bigger then you normaly see him.

Rent My Vacation Home dot com has been in business for over 25 years and has been working on this technology for over 5 years. The Grand opening is on Friday the 25 th of November 2011.If you are travelling during the Holidays or maybe you just need to list your home for rent( 30 Day Trial ), go to Rent My Vacation Home and see the new searches and Maps now available.

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In the event you possess a second home, you need insurance just as you do on your first home. It’ll cost you a bit more, because you are not there as often as you are at your primary residence. There are some things you are able to do to decrease prices for the insurance coverage on your second home, though. This is the way to both lower prices and make sure you have enough coverage at the same time.

Mount an alarm system

Properties that sit empty for a big part of the year are prime targets for burglars. As well as, a disaster like a fire could break out, and nobody would be there to realize it until it’s too late. Insurance corporations know this, so they’ll charge you more simply since you are not there to keep watch over things. However, installing an alarm system that can detect disasters like fire or break-ins will shave 20% off your bill. You will spend about $ 300 to put in a basic system, depending how in depth the sensors and zones in your system are. After that, it’ll cost you roughly $ 70 a year (more for a more extensive system) to maintain your system operational.

Purchase your property in a gated neighborhood

If your property is in a gated neighborhood, that is going to present you an instantaneous 10% concession. If your home is in a rural area, exhibiting that the fire department can access a water source, like a lake or stream, can mean an extra 25% off. In case you can afford to do so, hire a custodian. This may not save you on insurance coverage, essentially, however it could suggest you are a good risk to the insurance coverage company that otherwise you wouldn’t be.

Check around — and check with the insurance agent who insures your principal house

Watch out, because your real estate agent may tell you that his local agent will give you one of the best rates. However, that’s not necessarily true; likelihood is, your individual insurance agent, the one who sells you coverage for your principal residence, is a better bet. If you insure your second residence with the same firm, it ought to provide you with a “multiple” savings of 5 to 10%. Some insurance companies additionally provide “package insurance policies,” whereby you may get umbrella liability protection, perhaps a boat, two or three houses, and several automobiles — all in one package, and possibly at a major markdown versus what you’d pay if you happen to attempt to cover all these items separately.

What about condominium insurance coverage?

In the event you buy condo insurance coverage, check out what the condominium association is going to cover for you before you buy. The structure itself will definitely be covered, as a part of your monthly upkeep price. Nonetheless, you’re still liable for interior fixtures, home equipment, and any improvements you make, in addition to your possessions and liability.

Umbrella policies

An umbrella liability policy will not be necessarily essential when you don’t have a second residence, but if you”ve got one now, you need to have an umbrella liability policy, too. This simply extends liability limits to $ 300,000 generally on auto, homeowners, and even perhaps other insurance policies quite reasonably. When you own two houses, it is best to have a minimal of $ 1 million protection in umbrella liability, which will cost you about $ 300. For those who are a landlord, you especially need one, since you will need protection in case guests to tenants’ properties harm themselves on your property, etc.

One final point: If you do lease out your second home, attempt to lease it empty. It’s going to cost you much less in insurance coverage simply because there aren’t any contents to insure (the tenant is liable for his personal contents by means of renters insurance coverage).

Ken Schmidt is a Realtor in the Phoenix Arizona area and specializes in golf communities like DC Ranch in Scottsdale.

Article by Real Estate Belize

Timing is everything. And when it comes to investing on a Belize Real Estate home, now is the most intelligent time to invest on that property you’ve always wanted.

The global economy may be a bit weak recently, but the economy of Belize is rather stable with its currency pegged to the US dollars on a ratio of 2:1. Also, properties in Belize come in astonishingly affordable prices and even have the highest appreciation rate in Central America. You’re sure to get the best value for your money here.

They say that planning ahead and preparing for the future is the best thing one can do to himself, and the same is true here. You can enjoy your vacation home now once you have purchased it, and have the convenience of visiting the country whenever you want to. No more calling hotels to make reservations, and there’s no need to worry about the extra cost if you feel like taking grandma and grandpa for the holidays. Having a vacation home here means you don’t have to worry about food—you can always cook your own meals, making it less costly than eating out.

Belize is not called a tax haven for no reason. Capital gains tax and inheritance tax are non-existent in this country, which is very good news for investors in the country. Better yet, the transaction process and system here is very fast and effective since they have adapted the way the British do their things. Being colonized by the British nation obviously has something to do with it. You can easily own a piece of property without limitations or pre-qualifications, and since English is the main language used in the country, you won’t have any problems communicating around.

Investing on real estate now means you can avoid the sudden surge of prices in the future. It also means you can enjoy your vacation home as soon as you purchase it.

Vacation homes vary, and with so many options to choose from like waterfront mansions, a ranch home in the fields, a home overlooking the ocean or somewhere near the mountain, it may be a tad bit difficult to decide where you want your home located. The real estate sales in the country have increased in the past few years since expatriates and retirees have chosen Belize Real Estate to be their new home.

The homes that you should really look at are located in the Stann Creek District where the community of Sanctuary Belize is found. The homes are simply the best you can find in the country and is worth every penny. Built by the best developers across the land and also renowned worldwide, the homes you will find here are something you would be happy to own. Developers make sure the homes they will construct match your taste and needs and also have it located to where you want it to—near the beach or mountain or in the midst of the forest.

Investing on a home here now also means having your home built sooner. Go ahead and check out your options now!

Second home sales have been increasing over the last few years with more people becoming second home owners. In 2005 alone, 40 percent of the homes sold were second homes. Demographics, all time low mortgage rates, and healthy rise in home prices have contributed to this development in the second home market. Besides these, a major factor that has helped augment the buying and selling of second homes is the real estate professional.
The National Association of Realtors conducted research on the profile of second-home owners in 2006. According to the NAR report entitled ’2006 Profile of Second-Home Owners’, a majority of second home sales transactions are conducted using the services of real estate agents.
The statistics are remarkable; 64 % of vacation home buyers purchased their home using the services of a real estate agent by the end of 2005 – a marked increase from less than 50 % of vacation-home buyers in 2003. Also, 65 % of investment-home buyers purchased their home with the help of a real estate agent – an increase from 53 % of pre-2003. In comparison, only 14 % of vacation-home buyers and 7 % of investment-home buyers purchased directly from builders from 2003 to 2005.
The growing role of the real estate professional is evident from the following figures:
1. Of vacation home sales made, 71 % of them were second homes and 74 % of the sales were made using the services of a real estate agent.
2. Of the investment properties sold, 85 % of them were previously owned and 62 % of the sales were made using the services of a real estate agent.
The use of real estate agents in second home sales transactions varied according to the home’ location.
1. Buyers used a real estate agent more frequently while purchasing a vacation home located in a suburb/subdivision (56 %) or a rural area (57 %) than for homes in other locations.
2. About 66 % of buyers who purchased an investment property in an urban/central city area or in a suburb/subdivision, used the services of a real estate agent more frequently than those who purchased a home in other locations.
Real estate professionals continue to be the first source of information to second-home buyers (38 % of vacation-home buyers and 34 % of investment-home buyers). The real estate professional also plays a major role when second-home owners plan to buy additional properties. If you are thinking of buying a second home or vacation home, seek out the services of a real estate agent to guide you through your next home purchase.
1. The percentage of second home owners who are more likely to use a real estate agent in their next home purchase is quite high. Among vacation-home owners it is 79 % and investment-home owners 73 %.
2. Among second home owners, 65 % of vacation-home owners and 64% of investment-property owners are more likely to use a real estate agent in their next home sales.
Given these statistics, it is no wonder that the real estate agent plays a pivotal role in helping people buy and sell second homes. So whether you are a second-home buyer or seller, enlist the services of an agent for a smooth, hassle free real estate transaction.