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Average Age of Home Buyers

Echo Boomers - children of the baby boomers - are the generation born between 1979-1995. Approximately 80 million strong, they are entering the housing market and fueling growth just like the boomers before them, according to Harvard University's Joint Center for Housing Studies. The report states household growth should range between 12.5 to 14.8 million over the next ten years, creating a powerful driver of future demand and growth!

Would this get your buyer off the fence?

I received an interesting email from one of my mega-producer friends in California, and I thought I'd share it with you.  This is what his email said....

 

54,612 Reasons Why You Should Be Thankful You Missed the $8000 Tax Stimulus Deadline.

For missing the $8000 you gained $54,612 in interest charged for your loan.  On $200,000 at 5.5% interest over 30 years vs. the current 4.25% you will have saved $54,612.

Buy now and gain so much more than the $8000, you really don't want to miss out on this benefit.  Its loss will be more painful than the $8000.

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Going Overboard With Property Photos

Very interesting perspective... what do you think?

Is it possible to have too much exposure? According to Jeff Turner, CEO of RealEstateShows.com, the answer is yes.
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6 Quick Fixes for Unflattering Property Photos

Great article from REALTOR Magazine!
Are your photos coming out too dark? Are they emphasizing the room's imperfections? Photographer Barbara Lane shares solutions to six of the trickiest photo challenges.
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When Free Ads Aren't A Bargain For Consumers

Realty Viewpoint: When Free Ads Aren't A Bargain For Consumers by Blanche Evans

Some consumers using Craigslist classified ads to find bargain rentals are getting a nasty surprise. Phony landlords are collecting security deposits and first month's rent. When the renter shows up ready to move in, they find their new keys don't work or that the property is occupied....

Read the full article at:  http://realtytimes.com/rtpages/20080611_realtyviewpoint.htm

Website Tips for Real Estate Professionals - Good Article!

Website Tips for Real Estate Professionals, an article from RealtyTimes.com, reports that the trend is increasing where people turn to the Internet first for information so it is a good time to update your website.  The first thing to decide is what you want to achieve with your website.  Do you want to focus on customer service?  Or do you want to use the site as a lead generation tool?   Either way, it makes sense to have a custom site with your personality, design, and expertise on full display.  A strong real estate website will include every piece of information about your area available to your clients.  They must know that you are the source for every fact about your neighborhood.  Updating your website regularly is also very important.  At least once a month, add something or update something.  Preferably weekly or daily if you can.
http://realtytimes.com/rtpages/20080520_websitetips.htm