WOW - I can't believe that 2009 is almost over. I guess it would be an understatement to say the economy
has been really terrible this year. Many believe that thsue housing market has been at the root of it all. Well,
if that's true then 2010 should be a good year for the economy because all indicators are that the housing market is definitely
turning upwards. Prices of homes are still dropping, and may for a while. Sales of existing homes are actually
up for the last few months in most areas which means that with rates as low as they are and the selection still being great, this is a great time to buy.
The expansion and extension of the HomeBuyer's Tax Credit to include folks who already own a home should really make for a good first quarter - and if the unemployment rate starts heading downward, we could end up having
a great year in Real Estate.
Something new I've recently started doing for those of you who'd like to learn
about the area. I've started a photo Blog. Basically it's this - when I am out with clients or just driving
around the area, if I see something that looks interesting, I snap a picture - then I post it here. Only about 20 pics so far, but check back. I never leave home without a camera.
If you are a Twitter person,
don't forget to follow me. @RickSchwartz. I post all my latest Blog updates there as well as trying to keep you updated on local events.
Please
reach out to me if you have any questions at all about the Real Estate market. I don't care if you're buying or selling
anything - I love to talk about this stuff.
Rick
12/06/2009