The Holiday market

Here we are, nearly the end of 2007! Congratulations - we truly hope it has been a good year for all of you! We certainly have had a great year and look forward to 2008 with enthusiasm. Completing over 40 transactions, bringing Amanda on to help, and preparing for more listings in the coming months make us feel blessed for sure.


Many people ask about the "Holiday Season" and if it is always slow? Well, it is in a way, but we are seeing more activity now than the last three months and believe that the horror stories from the rest of the country are being balanced with our great local conditions. The local market is slow in that there are more listings active than last year at the same time. That means buyers have more choices and will go with the home that makes the most sense to them with price, condition, location, location, condition, location, and price being the biggest factors. Yes, I think that is the right order!


So, do you put your house on the market now? Yes, if you are ready to sell, it is in good condition, and you are prepared to price correctly for the local market. And, be prepared for buyers to turn out and you can be moving quicker than the media would let you believe.


But, you also need to make sure the house is marketed and advertised properly and efficiently. That is what we do for you; MLS postings with full photo gallery, NEW - Virtual Tour, Realtor.Com exposure through Enhanced Listings and Featured Homes, E-mail flyers to the local community, and much more. We have located the best and most effective blend of marketing activities we can to not just list a home, but to sell it! So, if you are considering selling your home, call and we can discuss options.

If you are looking at purchasing a home, the same rules apply - now is a great time, interest rates are fantastic, choices are great, and prices are fair. Call and we can show you.

Well, get back to your shopping and we will be planning that Buyer and Seller Workshop for you.