New to Jackson? “Frequently Asked Questions”

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As an ongoing effort to show I know Jackson like I know where to find the best unpacked powder, the most risky vertical drops and most inspiring back country terrain, I’ve begun to provide resources on area neighborhoods, subdivisions and most recently–Jackson Area FAQs.

If you’re new to Jackson, it may seem that the area is just a quaint valley surrounded my mountains, scattered with open farmland and known for also being rated as THE top ski resort destinations in the US.  While all of that is true, there’s a lot one wouldn’t know without either knowing a local, or picking through a Teton-sized pile of various Jackson Hole Google search results.

Like any real estate website, you can search all active properties for sale.  Now, you can get even more of the intelligence you’re looking for and search for homes right here on my website.    Here’s a sample of some of the new FAQ’s:

  • Where and what is Teton Village?
  • How far is the nearest airport from town?
  • Where is the nearest hospital?
  • What museums are there in Jackson?

Now I’m not one to gloat, but my about me page can say I was nominated by the Teton Board as Realtor of the Year, that a local newspaper recognized me as one of the Best Realtors, or even that I’m the owner and Associate Broker for a firm affiliated with Christie’s International Real Estate that also controls a significant portion of Jackson’s marketplace but that doesn’t prove I’m an area expert.   Although my resume for real estate may be like the “staple” reputation of Atomic Skis or the popularity of the largest ski manufacturer–Rossignol, you’re going to want to learn the slopes by someone like Tommie Moe, Bodie Miller or Erik Roner.

Therefore…

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Jackson Hole Real Estate Assoc Top 10 for 12/28

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Take a look at our Top 10 Listings with Jackson Hole Real Estate Associates | Christie’s International Real Estate.  To view listing details, copy and paste the MLS number into the appropriate field on the real estate search page where you’ll get more photos, listing details and mapped location (View .pdf)

Gorgeous 100 Acre Ranchland List price $9,950,000

Stunning 100 acre property at the historic Jenkins Ranch just 10 minutes from town. Features mountain views, pastureland, mature forests, and  fishable streams. Perfect as a gentleman’s ranch or family retreat, this ranch supports livestock and a lush habitat for wildlife. MLS# 10-3077

Granite Ridge HomeStunning New Granite Ridge Home – List price $9,500,000

Finished in 2010, this completely custom home is stunning in all respects. Frame-built with chinked timber & stone siding; accented with Douglas fir logs. Artisan finishes throughout. Extraordinary custom furnishings included. 7,302 sq. ft. MLS# 11-2346

Beautiful Teton Views

Just minutes from the Jackson town square, world-class skiing & championship golf, this unique horse-property offers both privacy & convenience as well as stunning views to the south, north, & west. The lovely mountain home features 6,261 square feet on 20 secluded acres adjacent to conservation property.

Dorsey Creek Ranch – List price $2,220,000

A working farm/ranch with almost a mile of the Greybull River through it. 300+ acres irrigated, 200+ sub irr/drip. USDA certified organic farm, with 3400 ft. airstrip and a 137 lot residential subdivision surrounding the farm. Shop, sub irrigation equip., etc. MLS# 11-2255

Snake River RetreatSnake River Retreat – List price $1,385,000

Spectacular custom mountain home on the banks of the world renowned South Fork of the Snake River in Swan Valley, Idaho. 4000 sq ft. has 4 bed/4-1/2 baths on 2.86 acres. Year round access to world-class fly-fishing. Jackson & Targhee 60 miles away.   MLS# 10-2274

Henderson Canyon Retreat – List price $595,000

You can own a log home in the trees, adjacent to National Forest. The elevated, hillside 15-acre parcel offers privacy & seclusion. The multilevel 3 BR 3 BA log home is a mountain lodge style with modern conveniences. The detached, oversized garage has a 1 bedroom apartment above.  MLS# 10-3075

Retail, Storage or Manufacturing – List price $569,000

Ideal highway frontage North of Thayne, 4,220 sq. ft. of office/retail, 10,000 sq.ft. warehouse with a 2,280 sq. ft. mezzanine. The building is free-span for machinery/equipment placement.  MLS# 09-596

3 Bedrooms plus a Garage for under $350k! – List price $349,000

This townhouse has it all-a first class remodel, plenty of storage, and a huge eat-in kitchen. You’ll love the remodel which features hardwood floors, new appliances/lighting/windows and so much more. With an open floor plan, three bedrooms, and a garage, you’ve finally found a well-designed, comfortable, AND affordable place to call “home”. MLS# 11-2580

Aspens Condo at a Great Price – List price $265,000

Nicely remodeled one bdrm. Aspens condo. Hardwood floors, granite counter tops, a stone fireplace and secluded deck are a few of the features. Minutes from the JH Ski Resort, you are also close to The Aspens Market, restaurants, shops, bike path and Start Bus.  MLS# 11-2592

Star Valley Condo Storage Unit – List price $39,500

Star Valley Storage provides a place to store your RV, trailers or business materials in a convenient location. Electricity and heater will keep your belongings warm in the winter. 12 ft wide by 14 ft high insulated door, 15 ft wide by 50 feet deep interior. MLS# 11-213

Where’s the best skiing in the US?

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Jackson Ski Lift

Image Courtesy of Forbes

Author of a New York Times Bestseller and columnist for Forbes, Christopher Steiner not only ends his Forbes profile page with “I’m a skier,” but also compiled an impressive list of The Top 5 Ski Resorts in the United States.

What’s most exciting about his PAF rating of 99 (Pure Awesomeness Factor):

But the thing that separates Jackson Hole from the rest of North America’s grade-A mountains is that it has, rather impossibly, managed to retain all of its soul. This is still a place where the best skiers in the world, before skiing off of 50-foot cliffs, gulp down waffles and Budweisers inside a mountaintop shanty called Corbet’s Cabin.

Certainly one of the best reads which notes many of Jackson’s bests, such; The Tram, Steep and Deep Camp, Corbet’s Couloir, The Bridger Gondola (.jpg) and even family friendly ski training for the tots–Kids Ranch.

Here’s some good video of some daring skiers taking on Corbet’s Couloir (explicit language).

Obviously Jackson has the best skiing otherwise you wouldn’t be here, but if you’d like to challenge Christopher’s PAF score, read about the other four contenders on Forbes.

 

Jackson Hole Title & Escrow

Foreclosure facts in Teton County courtesy of JH Title & Escrow

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Jackson Hole Title & EscrowJackson Hole Title & Escrow has compiled some basic facts on the basics of foreclosures and how the process works in Teton County.  While the Jackson Hole real estate market is fortunate to be uniquely different than those in major metropolitan areas, it is unfortunately not immune.

If you have been considering the purchase of a foreclosure, you can get detailed answers to basic questions as well as view a link to a current list of foreclosures from the Teton County Sheriff’s Office.

  • Learn the difference between a foreclosure and a short sale.
  • Familiarize yourself with how the Power of Sale foreclosure process works locally.
  • Know what approach to take if you find a foreclosure you’re interested in buying.
  • Read about the financial responsibilities associated with purchasing a foreclosure.
  • Determine if shopping for a foreclosure is right for you.

Get answers to these questions and view a current list of foreclosures by viewing the Foreclosure Facts report courtesy of our friends at Jackson Hole Title & Escrow.

Jackson Hole Title & Escrow
255 Buffalo Way / P.O. Box 921
Jackson, WY 83001
P: 307.733.3153
F: 307.733.9534

Mid-Year Hole Report for 2010

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The mid-year Hole Report is out and available. I’ll be emailing it to my newsletter list by tomorrow. Please sign-up online or email me and I’ll add your email address to the confidential list of recipients.

Here are a few quick facts from the most recent Hole Report:

  • Single-family homes sales are up 79% from 2009.
  • 58% of the 2010 transactions have been cash (no financing)
  • Single-family home inventory is down 4% compared to 2009

Number of transactions suprass prior years 3 quarters in a row.

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Three Quarters in a Row!

We have now seen three Q’s in a row where the transactions numbers in Teton County, WY, surpassed the same quarter the previous year. This is a superb harbinger that the JH real estate market is heading in a good direction. Recently, a lovely home in HHR (listed for $4.995M) went under contract, a Teton Pines Cluster home sold and there are more than usual Buyers circling for the next great deal.

REAL ESTATE INTELLIGENCE in Jackson Hole is imperative so make sure you check with me to learn about the best short sale or the seller who’s authorized me to share their motivation with serious prospects.

Jackson Hole Home Sales Review – June 2011

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Jackson Hole Market through June, 2011.
Through 6/30/11, the quantity of sales are up 24% vs. same time last year. The dollar volume is up about 10%, about $260M, through June. The average sales prices are down about 11% through June.

7/22/11

Flood watch/travel closure.

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JH Heads-Up:

1. Flash Flood Watch in JH until dark tonight.

2. A brief travel closure will be in effect on the unpaved section of the

Moose-Wilson Road within GTNP for about 28 hours,

beginning at 4 a.m. on Wed, July 13. The road is scheduled to reopen

by 8 a.m. on Thurs, July 14, barring equipment malfunction or rainy

weather. The temporary closure is scheduled to accommodate dust abatement

work.

7/12/11

Brochure

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https://www.jhreassociates.com/Brochure.htm

Here’s the link to JHREA’s new Catalogue of Fine Properties.

7/7/11

Jackson Hole Home Sales Review – May 2009

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The month of May has brought more new listings to Jackson Hole. There’s been an uptick in showings/activity with a few more pending sales to come. Overall, the sellers who have been waiting to sell are being successful with recent price reductions. The theme for most buyers today is to look for the right seller and the right ‘deal.’ 

There have been a number of Teton County, WY Foreclosures that have gone to auction; however, eleven have resulted in no sale. Select properties will continue to come down in value as we move forward in 2009. 

Today, there are 188 vacant sites for sale in Jackson Hole and 300 single family homes.