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I know you're reading negative stories about the housing market but don't let it dampen your enthusiasm to either sell a home or buy a home! With my Real Estate experience of 20 yrs. & over 30 yrs. combined experience w/my husband, Pat, this slowdown in the housing market is cyclical & will not last. Real Estate is a long term investment. The boom created a misconception that real estate is a high yield, short-term investment. It's not. Economic indicators remain good. In addition to low interest rates, most areas of the country are experiencing employment gains, inflation is under control, and the gross domestic product is growing. These signs point to healthy sales this year. This area of West Michigan on the Lakeshore of Saugatuck/Douglas is still experience good activity in the housing market. This area is primary a resort or second home market area & people looking for a retreat home have that income to spend. Please continue to next page for more of my analysis of the Real Estate Market.
There is no such thing as a bad market. Regardless of where we are in a cycle, there are always plenty of people ready to buy and sell. In fact, 2007 existing home sales surpassed those of 2002-then a record breaking year. Today, buyers have more choices and favorable interest rates. With my help, I can put together a good deal for you in buying a retreat home or primary home here, in the Saugatuck/Douglas area. I can help you achieve the American Dream. Bad news should be put in perspective. Every foreclosure is a tragedy, but when newspapers talk about foreclosure spikes, they ought to provide context: The problem is predominantly w/subprime loans, which are held by less than 10 percent of homeowners. The foreclosure rate on prime loans is only 0.6 percent. Real Estate is a local business. At Realtor.org you'll find free Metro Home Price Analysis Reports to help you understand what's really going on in your marketplace. So far, there are reports for 73 markets around the country and more will be added each month to the site. Control what you can. My theme for this year is "All Together" and we truly are in this together. So,let me show you, by using my resources in Real Estate, what a exciting time it is to buy or sell property. I definitely have something unique to offer, and have a good operations system in place to deliver. CUSTOMER SERVICE HAS BEEN A WAY OF LIFE WITH ME! Contact me today if you have any questions & need information on the Saugatuck/Douglas area on the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan. here in West Michigan. |
