So it's been awhile ...

First of all, it has been some time since my last post, I realize now.

Well c'est December and the Holidays. It was a great time and for us, quite busy thankfully. Keep moving forward.

Speaking to our in-house loan person, I hear that interests rates are at near all-time low. Don't dispel this as not an opportunity to invest or find that retirement home. Have equity in your home to afford moving up? Maybe something to consider.

Well I am personally quite happy today, we have made it to the holy page 1 of Google. Thanks to all who have made our website a success on the search engines. We have been given wonderful people to work with and it makes life so much easier.

So where do you start? Do you prefer email? Do you prefer IM? Or the phone (Steve's favorite)? Give us a call, run over your thoughts and concerns. The media has reported repeatedly depreciating values in certain areas (but NOT all are suffering as reported). But, buyers are moving this market. Homes that are well-priced and presented accordingly to their price and area bracket are moving. Bank-owned and short sales are on the rise. (Short sale=home is listed at less than what is owed on the home and may or may not be approved by the appropriate involved financial institutions — it is NOT the home selling in a SHORT amount of time). Don't laugh I don't think everyone knows what a short sale is ... this is just me repeating thoughts of others.

Bank-owned are at the curiosity forefront. You see the signs you wonder "REO" "Bank-owned" and "FORECLOSURE"... some homes are gems others show their wounds of sadness of angry former owners.

There are deals to be made. Try our search engine at www.MakeTheJumpWithUs.com. SIgn yourself to just observe and doesn't cost you anything. We can help you with setting you up or drive all on your own. LEt us know if you have questions.

WE know the buyer is expecting more of their REALTOR (Steve Ostrom) and I think that is why we are fairing so well during these times. We do our best to ease your transition and/or transaction. I only handle marketing (yes I am a graphic designer) and electronic communications. I also assist in home preparation.