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While it is probably a little early to make a complete judgment, I think the great wave of retiring baby boomers might be re-evaluating their needs.
If you are not a baby boomer, no, I will not bore you with those long walks to school uphill everyday. But to put it in perspective, when there was a thunderstorm WE RAN OUTSIDE!!! We had sonic booms, all front yards were fair game unless it had a string … (9 comments)
Many of you that follow me may notice a drastic change to my blog. I am excited to announce my decison to be actively and exclusively involved in the senior markets. This is a market that I have had close ties to for several years and have been very passionately involved in. 
Florida is known for a lot of things: sunshine, beaches, oranges and a healthy real estate market. While the last of those three qualities may not be the case in today’s economic climate, Palm Beach real estate has long been a favorite with high end investors and the average middle class … (0 comments)
Open House.....Sunday, August 10, 2008.....Addison, TX, Dallas County
The August 3rd Sun Sentinel lead article, "New wave of Baby Boomers ready to descend on Florida," offers plenty of hope for the state's depressed housing market of the past two years.
According to the National Association of Realtors, the typical age of a real estate agent is between 53 and 55 years old. A typical buyer is between 32 and 35 years old and is a member of Generation X. This group is highly educated, creative, information-hungry and cash poor. They juggle the … (9 comments)
One thing I like about Brian is he is not afraid to change or speak his mind.
Well, I just got around to reading the July/August issue of "Commonwealth," the Virginia Association of Realtors' magazine. The cover story is "Green Means Go: Tips for Making and Marketing a Green Home." The premise of the article is "greening" up a home will make it sell faster and for more … (2 comments)
Great news on the homefront! You can earn money from referrals from your friends,colleagues and past clients. Anyone over 55 today is thinking about the future of retiring and having a fun place to go to. Countries like Panama, Costa Rica, Portugal,Mexico, Carribean Islands are all having many Canadians and Americans … (0 comments)
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No that is not a typo! Believe it or not, the median sales price for a condo on Oahu last month was $337,300- a record high! What is wrong with this picture? Everything else in the news talks about housing sales down, subprime meltdown, housing bottom no where in sight, etc. … (5 comments)
When you’re designing and adding content to your web site, consider the age group you want to reach. If your target market consists of individuals 45 and older, take a look at the following statistics from a recent Burst Media survey. (Stats are rounded.)
For years I have been begging my builders to build Ranch style homes and Ranch style basements...new construction, not the 60's style. Finally, I have accomplished it! We are building a section in Handsmill on Lake Wylie with Baby Boomers or Retirees in mind....also anyone who wishes to avoid stairs! The … (1 comments)
Did you ever think a standard amenity in your next home might be a glow-in-the-dark toilet? That's a reality that may not be too far away! As I discuss in my latest blog article, the rapidly growing population of Baby Boomers in America has caused builders and manufacturers alike to begin catering … (0 comments)
This makes great sense to me...share it with all your buyers and baby boomers.
"Vinyl shower curtains sold at major retailers across the country emit toxic chemicals that have been linked to serious health problems, according to a report released Thursday by a national environmental organization."
I have recently been speaking with many Baby Boomers and I almost forgot that I am one of them! Yes I am at the tail end of the Boomer generation but I am considered a Baby Boomer!
Did you ever think you'd buy a new house that came standard with glow-in-the-dark toilets? It's a reality that may not be far away, thanks to the newest trends in home design being set by the Baby Boomer generation. Read more about it in my latest blog article!
We know that the Baby Boomers account for a large part of the real estate owning population in America. But did you know that they may be the latest trend-setters in Austin real estate also?
Learn About WHAT Generation Y is Looking For When Buying a Home
Four of the top ten Reverse Mortgage lenders were taken over in the past twelve months. The reason is that Reverse Mortgages are the only bright spot in the whole mortgage arena. All forward mortgage products and lenders are getting killed (on a national level) Yet Reverse Mortgages continue to grow. … (0 comments)
Do you think glow-in-the-dark toilets and "magic" stovetops sound like something out of The Jetsons? Think again! As this blog article explains, with more and more baby boomers purchasing Bergen County NJ real estate, new innovations in home design are being made every day to better accomodate the aging population.
Did you know that new homes may soon come equipped with light-up toilets? Sounds strange, but it's true! Read my latest blog article to learn how Baby Boomers are influencing the design of Fairhope AL real estate.
We know that the Baby Boomers account for a large part of the real estate owning population in America; the majority of Ludlow VT vacation home owners are also of the Baby Boom generation. It should come as no surprise, then, that these folks - not the typical "trendy" crowd - … (1 comments)
I always tell our advertisers to provide as many details about a property as they can (whether online or in print). Some advertisers think by not providing certain information it will force the customer to call or email for additional details. I believe you're missing out on a potential lead by … (4 comments)
If you are at least 62 years young or older, reverse mortgage may be for you. Reverse Mortgages allow homeowners to convert the equity in their home to cash while retaining ownership and not making any house payments as long as you live in the house.
Ever notice that when times are tough, complaints go up? I remember the old saying "when times are tough, the tough get going" but things seem so different now...
We are waiting here in the southeast's Lowcountry, somewhat patiently, for the great migration of baby boomers that is supposed to happen, well, now. As a baby boomer myself, in a slow market, I often reflect on the 50's. In fact, only last week a friend got me thinking when he … (0 comments)
Interesting enough, in BOULDER, COLORADO there is a fierce debate and public outcry going on within the City Council to regulate or not, the house sizes. The Boulder Planning Board unanimously prompted the City Council to put it on hold. The planning board agreed that using a proposed "floor-area ratio" calculation … (0 comments)
Where to retire? Plan a retreat?
Yes, I am talking about the Country of Panama, where the Panama Canal is located and the Panama that is the last best kept secret for reitrees all over North America! Panama is south of Costa Rica and north of Colombia. It is the southern most of the Central American nations. … (0 comments)
Increasingly, I see builders offering courtyard homes that have a separate, small guest house (apartment) across the pool from the main house. These are not million dollar mansions - just middle class homes with this great option. The reality is, as baby boomers are faced with retirement, they are also faced with caring for … (1 comments)
Baby boomers are defined as people born 1946-1964. After American soldiers returned home from World War II in 1946, the United States experienced an explosion of births (hence the name baby boom) that continued for the next 18 years, when the birth rate began to drop. In 1964, baby boomers … (0 comments)
In recent months, there has been much debate as to the short-term home sales prospects as consumers across the country decide on a good time to buy a home. The markets long-term prospects, however, tell a different story.
Almost 80 million Baby Boomers are heading toward retirement and will be traveling, socializing, enjoying sports, culture, music, and a host of other activites. Boomers are about the largest demographic change America has ever seen. This group has the will and the vast numbers to change the nation's idea of the meaning of "senior life." The seniors housing industry's major trade … (2 comments)
What a coincidence--More than 75 million Americans (Baby Boomers) are turning 60 and BRAIN FITNESS 
Did you know that the Baby Boomers are suppose to be the most affluent generation? A Baby Boomer is someone who was born between 1946 and 1964. We wanted more than our parents and we worked hard to achieve our dreams.
This is creating a whole new market for developers and suppliers of home building products. Boomers want and are willing to pay for conveniences, such as touch activated controls for home systems and luxury bathrooms. This generation is not afraid to make its voice heard and for those who pay attention … (1 comments)
As a quick follow up to my earlier post on Kathleen Casey-Kirschling, the first Baby Boomer, I recently read with interest that the 2006 midterm election exit polls showed voters 50 and older making up 52 percent of those casting ballots. That is up dramatically from 35 percent of those who … (4 comments)
•1) NAHB unveiled its National Green Building Program, a certification program that will allow builders anywhere to build green homes The program features a dynamic online scoring tool that shows the builder how to accrue points in seven categories: water, energy and resource efficiency; lot and site development; indoor environmental quality; global … (0 comments)
January 2008 Tucson real estate sales for golf properties backing up to a fairway, green or tee weren’t very high, but, they were high enough. Of the fifteen sales one lucky individual will be enjoying the Accenture Match Play Championship live from the comfort of home. From their perfectly positioned home … (1 comments)
Why is it so hard to get Mom to leave her home?
Baby Boomers have never been the silent sort, and more and more we are hearing their wishes in unison.
A recent study conducted by AARP indicates that less than half of women baby boomers have begun planning for their parents' care as they age.
TO ALL THE KIDS WHO SURVIVED the 1930's, 40's, 50's,60's >>>>First, we survived being born to mothers who smoked and/or drank while they were pregnant. >>>>They took aspirin, ate blue cheese dressing, tuna from a can, and didn't get tested for diabetes. >>>>Then after that trauma, we were put to sleep on our … (8 comments)
"Opportunities are easily lost while waiting for perfect conditions." - Gary Ryan Blair
I'm an avid watcher of trends (especially "green" trends) in the real estate market. So, in Part I,I compiled data in terms of my (and our Firm's) special GREEN focus: 
I was just reminiscing and decided that it might be fun to see what others remembered from their childhood growing up as BOOMER!!! It may be different in different prts of the country. I was raised in N.J. on the coast.
I often speak on the way Gen X and Y search for real estate information and am met by looks of awe and wonderment from Agents outside of these generational categories. Well, I put the shoe on the other foot over the holidays, and I was the one in awe. 
Like most other Realtors, I'm really tired of reading and hearing reports about the slump in the real estate market. Sure, there are real reasons behind it, such as the subprime mortgage situation and overdevelopment in some areas, but many of the factors are psychological. The negative reports have become self … (2 comments)
If you're thinking of a niche to target in 2008, this might help spur on some thoughts:
No mater what your age is, you should start thinking about retirement. Is your home your best source of saving for retirement?
Here's a funny that will make you laugh no matter how difficult your day was. It's geared at baby boomers but I'm close enough that I appreciated the sentiment. I have one warning for everyone before watching. Make sure you won't make a fool of yourself watching this clip in a … (5 comments)
The news continues to do it. These people get on the TV, Radio & Internet (or if dinosaur) Newspaper, and tell us about our economy, our lively hood and everything else, they claim to be "EXPERTS", just may I ask, "Where did they get their degrees of Experts?
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It's no secret that the aging of Boomers will mean changing housing needs. This massive generation will include people who need accessible features in their homes, but won't want to give up convenience, style, and livability. Safety is always an issue, but no one wants to feel as if they are … (17 comments)
As baby boomers help to reshape the housing market by downsizing to condominiums and ranch homes, storage space is becoming increasingly valuable, housing specialists note. 
I had a revelation that I wanted to share! I hope you all are doing well, and in fantastic spirits! In case you haven't checked your watch, the first wave of the Baby Boomers have arrived at 62! Yes, this December we will embark upon a new age of prospective "change … (0 comments)
This morning I received an email from a lender that is in my Keller Williams office and I am attaching a copy of it here. It is very interesting and positive as far as I am concerned. Please enjoy reading it and please feel free to comment.The Real State of Real … (6 comments)