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It's well documented - with every passing day, oil prices seem to be setting a new record. With the triple combo of an ever weakening dollar, insatiable demand in emerging markets, and the "speculation factor" from hedge funds and the like, many project there is no end in site to the price escalation. While … (1 comments)
We have been selling houses at a rapid rate for the last few weeks.
Bernanke says rate “well positioned,” watching dollarFederal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke Tuesday signaled he is finished cutting interest rates for now and hasturned his attention to concerns about inflation in the world’s foreign exchange markets in the wake of the U.S.dollar’s 16 percent decline against the Euro over the past year. … (0 comments)
Stocks Rise as Dollar Advances on Optimism About US Economy
By Hernan Gleizer, Broker and CEO of Optimar International Realty.
As we have all heard or read, the dollar has not been doing so well as of late. But wait, there are signs of things turning around for the dollar. On Friday, the dollar bounced back against the Euro after hitting a record low against it on Thursday. The dollar … (0 comments)
Foreclosure filings have jumped 57% from a year ago. The bubble has burst, and if you think this only affects us here in the US, you're wrong. It's has spread overseas.
Incorporating eco-friendly measures in homes has moved beyond installing energy efficient appliances and swapping out incandescent light bulbs for compact fluorescents - going green is giving home sellers a competitive advantage. With luxury condos touting eco-friendly features like rain water recycling, and home builders incorporating energy saving features into new homes, … (0 comments)
As the value of the dollar continues to crumble so too does the value of the pre-approval letter. For a long time we wrote, as Brokers, a pre-qualification letter and we gave that to the consumer. This letter was the letter that they would show to their Real Estate agent and … (20 comments)
This is fascinating and I'm about to say something many readers will find quite controversial. It might even anger some of you. I believe it is a reality and can help us understand how to control our destiny. 
Market Update: Devaluated dollar and the market
The short answer is yes. With the value of the American dollar plummeting to unusual lows compared to the strength of foreign currency, we’ve got international investors foaming at the mouth to snatch up our “bargain” real estate. 
The new redesigned $5 dollar bill went into circulation yesterday March 13th. 2008, and has a wonderful new look and is chock full of new security features!
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Diane Francis, editor-at-large for National Post, and expert on recognizing opportunities and pitfalls facing Canadian businesses, stated yesterday at CREB's FORECAST 2008 Conference, that she believes the Canadian Dollar will stay at parity in 2008 ... but will increase to even $1.50 in the next 20 years.
Farmers Insurance has developed great packages to insure bookstores. If you have a business, like the OneDollar Bookstore of Orange, CA call Farmers Agent, Pamela Hayes for a free quote on your bookstore. Pamela Hayes (714) 262-1613 -- phayes1@farmersagent.com * Business * Workers Compensation * Auto * Home * Life * … (0 comments)
I know some of you are going to disagree and probably argue about this but we really need to stop lowering the federal funds rate, and here's why.
We are facing difficult times. 
BEST OCTOBER MLS® MARKET ACTIVITY EVER
In high school, and more recently at the University of Washington, I went through both the basics and advanced mathematics and economics courses to graduate and ultimately obtain that REALLY expensive piece of paper (honestly, higher education is important...but it is extremely overpriced). So yesterday after the BIG announcement that the … (6 comments)
Over the years, the US-Canadian exchange rate has see-sawed up and down. As a Maine kid, I remember the Canadian dollar being worth a dime less for years. In 2003, the difference hovered around 40% less buying power than the American greenback. On September 20th, 2007 for the first time … (7 comments)
Declining dollar makes you want to hollar? Well, there are two sides to every coin. Now may not be the most profitable time for Americans to travel abroad or buy flashy lofts in London, but a deadbeat dollar does make our goods competitive (read: cheap) in the international market-- the real … (1 comments)
Enjoy the champaign while the bubbles still fizzle because once it goes flat the ride's going to get a bit more bumpy! The long awaited Fed decision arrived with a bang! Ben and company surprised many in the financial community - your's truly included - with a 50 bp cut to … (4 comments)
http://money.cnn.com/2007/04/27/markets/bondcenter/bonds/index.htm?postversion=2007042709
With spring now here, it will only be a short while until the heat of summer is right on our heels. And that means higher energy bills with our ac's running full blast.
"Flip" -- It's Not Just Another Four-Letter Wordby Ralph RobertsThe day HUD released FR (Final Rule)-4615 Prohibition of Property Flipping, "flip" became a four-letter word. Utter the F word at a real estate conference or seminar, and you're liable to be spending your lunch break at a cozy table for one. … (0 comments)
Did you know that most real estate agents spend up to 50% of their day on "busy" work that they could easily be outsourcing? Many agents at one point realized that they were worth far more then $50-$100 per hour and decided to "buy back" their valuable time by hiring a VA ( … (3 comments)
From my observation, First Team Real Estate here in California has a system that matches the best. On a weekly basis they place a full page ad in the Orange County Register. The advertisements feature a selection of available properties that range from entry-level condos to opulent multi-million dollar mansions. (Not … (2 comments)