Leave a Message

Thank you for your message. We will be in touch with you shortly.

Geoff's Monthly Newsletter - December 2017

Geoff's Monthly Newsletter - December 2017

What's Your Passion?

Do you have a passion for Seabird watching? If so, the Monterey Audubon Society setup a Seawatch program which documents all the migratory seabirds moving past Point Pinos (just South of Pacific Grove) in late autumn. According to the Audubon Society "Point Pinos and Monterey Bay, which it overlooks, are unique. Perhaps nowhere else on North America's West Coast are oceangoing birds move visible from a terrestrial viewpoint." Unique habitats, upwelling and nutrients attract many marine predators, including birds. This gives Seabird watchers the ability to see the movements of these special birds as they migrate to and from their breeding grounds. Over 30 species of Seabirds are commonly seen in Nov/Dec. Some of these species include the Pacific Loon, Black-vented Shearwater, Surf Scooter, Cassin's Auklet and Common Murre.
Image of Gallery Item 2baa29e0 d0dc 4ba7 ab18 8e11c0e14b1f

For more information about Seabird watching go to montereyaudubon.org

December Featured Events:

'Tis The Season

Image of Gallery Item Ae362ddf 98b0 45b7 b4cf db4ed7d851fc

The holidays on the Monterey Coast are a special time with many events taking place around the Monterey Bay area. Holiday Tree lightings, Harbor Lighted Boat Parade and Christmas at the Adobes are just a few festive holiday events taking place in December.

Below is a partial list of fun events for December:

  • Nov. 30^th – Pacific Grove Parade of Lights, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

  • Dec. 1^st – Carmel-by-the-Sea Holiday Tree Lighting, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM

  • Dec. 1^st – Downtown Monterey Tree Lighting, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

  • Dec. 1^st – 17^th – Christmas on the Wharf (Portola Plaza, Monterey)

  • Dec. 2^nd – Annual Stillwell's Fun in the Park (PG) 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

  • Dec. 8^th – Carmel-by-the-glass Winter Holiday Party 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

  • Dec. 9^th – Christmas at the Adobes (Monterey) 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

  • Dec. 31^st – First Night Monterey 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM

  • Dec. 31^st – NYE at The Inn at Spanish Bay (Pebble Beach) 8:00 PM - 2:00 AM
To see all the other exciting events happening in and around the Monterey Coast visit:

Featured Community:

Pacific Grove

Image of Gallery Item 407f451c fca6 44ef b5d8 4f34e0fde87d

The quintessential seaside small town situated in a spectacular location between Monterey and Asilomar/Pebble Beach. With beautiful ocean views and designated one of the top 5 places with the cleanest air, it's been labeled "Butterfly Town U.S.A." because of the thousands of Monarch Butterflies that envelop the area during the winter after travelling 2,000 miles. They begin to arrive in October, peak around Christmas departing around March. Also, a popular destination for oceanside weddings, one can often see multiple wedding ceremonies taking place at Lover's Point and other beautiful locations along the Pacific Grove coast. With an abundance of things to do and community events, even visitors feel like residents when attending one of the many annual Pacific Grove events such as "Good Old Days", and "Feast of Lanterns" celebrations. Pacific Grove is also home to one of the finest municipal golf courses along the ocean front. Fun, challenging, affordable, with incredible ocean views best describe the Pacific Grove Municipal Golf Course.

Interested in moving to this beautiful destination? Contact me and I'll help you find a property that's just right for you.

Featured Home

Image of Gallery Item 640ccb84 1a79 451a a894 1e675e4ac611

Image of Gallery Item D9fe3fc4 bfe7 4ffb b763 09beeb26cbea

Image of Gallery Item 1142d5e8 80c3 4307 afb5 989fc873adb2

0 NW Corner of Santa Fe and 2^nd Avenue, Carmel

3 Bed, 2 Bath | 1,500 Sq. Ft. | 4,000 Sq. Ft. Lot

Contact me to see this wonderful newer home built in 2007 in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Easy 3 block walk to downtown restaurants and shops. This 1,500 sq ft home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Enjoy the great room with the beautiful Carmel stone fireplace and French doors leading to a sweet little patio area. This home has hardwood floors, carpets in the bedrooms and radiant heat in the bathrooms. The kitchen offers Jenn Air gas stove, fridge and a Bosch dishwasher. Ideal home for a family, retirees or a second home. Drive in to your attached one-car garage and start enjoying the village life in Carmel. Voted #8 Best Small Cities in the US 2017-Conde Nast Traveler.
Listed By: Steve LaVaute & Christine Chin, Carmel Realty Company
 
Click to view current Carmel Realty Company listings
 

Image of Gallery Item 3a1ecfc2 567a 462d bc48 5bf376d0d984

Mortgage Highlight

If you've lost your home to a financial hardship, you may be able to obtain a home loan sooner than you think. George T. Schramm at RPM Mortgage offers competitive seasoning requirements on many of his loan programs, reducing your waiting period to buy and helping you into a new home. A few of those are the following:

  • One-day seasoning for Short Sales, Pre-foreclosures and Foreclosures

  • One-year seasoning for Bankruptcies (all types)

  • Minimum 660 FICO

  • Re-established credit history from discharge date required

  • Available on loan amounts ranging from $100,000 - $1.5 million

If you're ready to buy again George is ready to help! Contact George at (831) 574-4510 georgeschramm.com

Image of Gallery Item Dc361bb4 c843 4b99 88e4 790302ab9e4c

Thoughts while cycling... Holidays are a time of joy and celebration. Monterey, Carmel, Pacific Grove and Pebble Beach all provide residents and visitors alike opportunities to enjoy and participate in wonderful community events. From Holiday Tree Lighting ceremonies to Tours of the Adobe's, holiday concerts, parades, and parties there are plenty of events to keep you in the spirit of the season. Yet another reason why people choose to live in this wonderful part of the world. Best wishes for a safe and happy holiday season!

Smarter Strategy Starts Here

No matter the home, we make every real estate experience seamless and tailored. Reach out and let’s get started!

Follow Us on Instagram