Consumer Confidence and Job growth, my opinion, are the two main infrastructures as to why people buy and sell Real Estate in all markets, including my own in Dallas Fort Worth. Dallas Fort Worth has exceptional job growth and increasing numbers throughout 2011 with expected recovery in Real Estate in 2012. Economists with Metro Study are estimating that DFW will see lower levels of inventory , more starts, and more multi-family construction in DFW in 2012, thus labeling our state to be in recovery mode in 2012.

Our Job Growth cart shows that DFW has levels almost surpassing similar numbers in our expansion years in 2005, 2006, and 2007. Now that is a good sign!

With rates as low as they have EVER been in my life time, the purchasing power goes so much further. FHA loans still allow for the consumer to take a minimal out of pocket, thus only bringing 3.5% to the table in total if they are able to roll in their closing costs. This is one graph where we want to see the downward trend continue to fall, making a perfect storm in the DFW area.

Recovery Mode + Leading National Levels of Job Growth + Lower Inventory + Historically Low Mortgage Rates = PERFECT TIME TO BUY and Consumer Confidence

For more information on the Economic Forecast for Dallas Fort Woth and how Collin County will on the rise, please click HERE to request a copy of the presentation

For more information on Collin County Real Estate click HERE

Heather Anderson - 2012 Dallas Fort Worth Economic Forecast - 214.317.1964 c/t

www.janusREgroup.com - heather.anderson@janusREgroup.com

DFW has had tremendous growth for the rest of the county's recessionary woes. The information I am going to provide you from a 2012 Economic Forecast meeting hosted by Metro Study and the data they collected for since 2008 will help us to understand what to expect on a Local level and in our metroplex. Here are some interesting facts to start off the analysis:

• Dallas Fort Worth absorbed 15,240 apartments during 2011
• Occupancy in DFW rents rose to 93% during 2011, up 2% this year
• Average rent in DFW rose 5%. High Demand locations saw rent increases as much as 10%
• 5,417 units were delivered during 2011. Approximately 8,000 units are currently under construction.

According to the DFW Multiple Listing Service thru December 2011 here are some stats for our metroplex:

YTD Sales: 64,249

Average Price: $196,862

Median Price: $147,000

Inventory: 27,058

DOM: 90

Months Supply: 5.1

Consumer confidence and Job growth are huge indicators of the Economic Forecast for Dallas and most cities. Texas is #2 in the nation for Job Growth as of November 2011 with a 2.2% increase totaling 227,800 jobs created. I am glad to say that Janus Real Estate Group contributed 4 new positions in 2011 and we are proud to be a part of that number :) And on a more micro level, Dallas Fort Worth was #2 in as a Top Job Growth Market behind Houston taking the #1 spot. Two of Texas' largest cities take spots 1 and 2. It is no wonder why our Texas economy is still so strong--Jobs, land and lower cost of living. Dallas Fort Worth should see a rise in Multi Family construction, more starts pulled at the city level and all around Real Estate recovery in 2012. We still have quite a bit of a journey to go as a Nation and as a State and local metroplex, but we are in the greatest place to invest in the county with a strong economy and growth opportunities to come our way.

For more information on the Economic Forecast for Dallas Fort Woth and how Collin County will on the rise, please click HERE to request a copy of the presentation

For more information on Collin County Real Estate click HERE

Heather Anderson - 2012 Dallas Fort Worth Economic Forecast - 214.317.1964 c/t

www.janusREgroup.com - heather.anderson@janusREgroup.com

Just listed: 1156 Landon, Allen, TX: Our 3rd listing at the Villas of Twin Creeks!  It's listed for both sale and lease so that opens both doors for your clients.  We manage approximately 40 properties in this subdivision alone so I definitely consider myself to be  "Neighborhood Specialist!" 

Thank you Ray Dunlap for allowing us the opportunity to gain knowledge about Fairview and what it has to offer to our potential clients!  We learned an abundant amount of information that is sure to help us better educate our past, present, and future clients!  Please contact me if you would like any information on the town of Fairview, TX.  I'm happy to help!

Darling Homes in Star Creek in Allen TX has move in ready homes for sale...and that means Deals for you! Mike Bulon with Darling Homes at Star Creek is ready to write contracts on his 3 remaining ready to move into Homes in Allen's Premier Master Planned Community. All 3 of these ready to move into Homes in Star Creek are on oversized lots and are surroundd by already closed, and well valued properties in the neighborhood.

Here is what he has in his bag of goodies:

2108 Spicewood Dr. - 3480 Sq ft - WAS $471,990 - REDUCED $389,990

838 Bear Crossing Dr. - 3864 Sq ft - WAS $481,990 - REDUCED $398,990

883 Paradise Cir - 4258 Sq ft - WAS $563,990 - REDUCED $503,990

Star Creek in Allen Tx is a Master Planned community in West Allen located in between Hwy 121 and Stacey Rd and between Watters Rd and I-75. LItterally around the corner from the Villages of Allen, Villages of Fairview and Allen Outlets. Star Creek in Allen Tx encompasses a winding hike and bike trail, childrens water park, playground, fire pit, luxurious Amenity Center and resort style pool with a sense of community and well kept grounds. In my opinion, Star Creek will be a community that holds its value for years to come. And Darling Homes will help the neighborhood keep that value integrity by building homes with high roof pitches, upgraded landscapping packages, dormer windows and stone enchanced elevations with buff mortar.

For more properties in Star Creek in Allen TX click HERE

Heather Anderson - West Allen Home Specialist - 214.317.1964 c/t

heather.anderson@janusREgroup.com - www.janusREgroup.com

1144 Sophia in Allen TX in the Villas at Twin Creeks was sold and Leased out in the same day from my Investor Seller to an Investor Buyer.  Now, that is a GREAT Property! 

We got full Lease list price of $1795 and 97% of Sale List Price Woohoo!  The property was a formal model home with all the Bells and Whistles and boasted about 2000 sq feet, 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, 2 Car Garage, Corner Unit, 20 Foot Vaulted Ceilings, Study and Loft/Gameroom

For more Sales in the Villas at Twin Creeks in Allen, TX click here

For more Rentals in the Villas in Twin Creeks in Allen, TX click here

Heather Anderson   -   Villas at Twin Creeks in Allen, TX  Specialist   -  heather.anderson@janusREgroup.com

www.janusREgroup.com  -  214-317-1964 c

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Thank you Pratt, Aycock & Associates, PLLC for giving us an insight to the type of services you provide regarding short sales.  They can help you from start to finish and with no expense to you because they get paid through the title company so you still would get to keep your full commission (and your sanity). So it is very much a win-win situation for all.  We definitely learned some great information today and look forward to working with you in the future!

This property is located in Hickory Creek, which is just south of Corinth.  After sitting on the market for 278 days, this Ranch was just sold earlier this month for an estimated 15 million.  A 12,000 square foot ranch style home sits on the 116 acres.  Also included on the property is a private lake with dock, horse barn, 2 bedroom apartment, and so much more.  Take a look:

Cheers to everyone out there and Best of Luck this Ho,liday Season in surving inlaws, sharing love to those who need it and remembering the reason for the season.  Thank you to all of our Armed Service members out there and gratitude cannot describe how lucky we are to have you protecting us!

Check this out! This may be the new place that Khloe & Lamar will call home!  Rumor has it they have their eye on this highrise condo located in the W hotel.  For a mere $7500 per month, this just might be "the one."  If this is indeed their new place, they sure won't be far from Lamar's new home at the AAC.