Summer in Nevada County, CA: Farmers Markets, Festivals & What Makes This Place Come Alive in June, July & August
Summer in Nevada County, CA: Farmers Markets, Festivals & What Makes This Place Come Alive in June, July & August By Bob Sawyer, RE/MAX Gold • June 12, 2026 Photo by Elaine Casap on Unsplash If you've ever wondered what daily life looks like in the Sierra Foothills, summer is the season that answers
How to Price Your Home to Sell in Nevada County, CA
Pricing your home correctly is the single most important decision you'll make as a seller. In today's Nevada County market — where homes are sitting longer and buyers have more options — getting the number right from day one can mean the difference between a smooth sale and months of frustration. Wh
Vacation Rental Properties in Nevada County, CA: Is a Short-Term Rental Investment Right for You?
The Sierra Foothills have always drawn visitors — for the gold rush history, the rivers and hiking trails, the charming downtowns of Grass Valley and Nevada City, and that unhurried mountain pace you can't quite find anywhere else. In recent years, that draw has made Nevada County an increasingly in
Getting Pre-Approved for a Mortgage: A Home Buyer's Guide for Nevada County, CA
If you're planning to buy a home in Nevada County — whether in Grass Valley, Nevada City, Penn Valley, or one of our gated lake communities — one of the smartest first moves you can make is getting pre-approved for a mortgage. It sounds like paperwork, and it is, but it's also one of the most powerf
Working Remotely from Nevada County, CA: Why It's a Remote Worker's Dream
Working Remotely from Nevada County, CA: Why It's a Remote Worker's Dream By Bob Sawyer, RE/MAX Gold | June 11, 2026 Something significant has shifted in how and where people work — and Nevada County is one of the biggest beneficiaries. Over the past several years, professionals from the Bay Are
How Home Appraisals Work in Nevada County, CA — A Guide for Buyers and Sellers
How Home Appraisals Work in Nevada County, CA — A Guide for Buyers and Sellers You've found the right home, the offer is accepted, and then — the appraisal. Here's what actually happens, why it matters more in a rural foothill market, and what to do if the number isn't what you hoped for. Photo: Uns
Property Taxes in Nevada County, CA: What Every Home Buyer Needs to Know
Property Taxes in Nevada County, CA: What Every Home Buyer Needs to Know One of the most common surprises new homeowners face — especially those relocating from out of state — is their first property tax bill. Here's a plain-English guide to how it all works in Nevada County. Photo: Unsplash Buying
Outdoor Recreation in Nevada County: Trails, Rivers, and the Active Lifestyle That Keeps People Here
Ask anyone who's moved to Nevada County from the Bay Area or Sacramento what surprised them most, and the answer is almost always the same: they knew it was pretty, but they didn't realize how much they'd actually be outside. This corner of the Sierra Foothills is woven together by rivers, trails, l
Real Estate Contingencies Explained: What Nevada County Home Buyers and Sellers Need to Know
By Bob Sawyer, RE/MAX Gold If you've ever read through a California real estate purchase contract, you've probably noticed a section on contingencies. For buyers, contingencies are some of the most important protections in the entire agreement. For sellers, they determine how solid — and how risky —
