Dennis Neal's Big Bear Home Team Blog

This post is straight forward and to the point. These are points of entry to have a discussion if it is really the right time to sell. This is worth another look. Thank you for always having thought provoking posts Adam. Every homeowner eventually reaches a point when a house becomes more of a bu...

📅 Optimal Booking Window for Max Revenue  Holiday / Event Recommended Booking Window Rationale Pricing Action 4th of July 6 - 9 Months Out (The earliest) Peak summer travel and the single most in-demand event. Guests planning lake trips book early to secure lake-view and lake-access properties. D...

This is a very interesting wake up call. Our interest rates are not that high right now but coupled with the high prices it is impacting affordability. Current Economic Landscape (November 2025) As of early November 2025, the US economy shows resilience amid headwinds: real GDP growth is tracking...

Here is a breakdown of the key dates and pricing expectations for the Peak Winter Month (January) versus the Peak Summer Month (July) in 2026. ❄️ Peak Winter Season (January 2026) January is a major peak season in Big Bear, driven by consistent snow conditions and two key three-day holiday weeken...

A successful pricing strategy in Big Bear Lake requires a dynamic pricing approach that constantly adjusts rates based on seasonality, local events, and real-time demand. 🏔️ Big Bear Lake Short-Term Rental Seasonality Big Bear's market is characterized by distinct seasons, with pricing and demand...

📝 Tax Advantage of a Mountain Cabin: Depreciation, Deductions, and the 14-Day Rule Savvy real estate investors know that the biggest profits often come not from monthly rental checks, but from annual tax savings. A Big Bear Short-Term Rental (STR) can unlock significant deductions that can direct...

💸 The True Cost of STR Management: Breaking Down Fees, Cleaning, and Supplies in Big Bear When evaluating a potential Short-Term Rental (STR) in Big Bear, it is easy to focus on the attractive Average Daily Rate (ADR) and high gross revenue figures. However, the profitability of a mountain cabin ...

🌲 The Full-Time vs. Part-Time Debate: Which Big Bear Lifestyle is Right for You? The dream of owning a home in Big Bear is one thing; deciding how you will use it is quite another. For many, the choice between permanent mountain living and part-time escape ownership involves a trade-off between f...

💰 Selling in a Balanced Market: Pricing Strategies That Win in Big Bear The Big Bear real estate market is currently in a state of equilibrium. It’s not the frantic seller’s market of a few years ago, nor is it a deep buyer’s market. In this balanced environment, pricing strategy is the most powe...

✨ Staging Your Big Bear Cabin: Turning "Rustic" into a Premium Sale Price In a market where many cabins look similar, professional staging is the single most effective way to differentiate your property and justify a premium price. For Big Bear properties, staging is less about maximizing space a...