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The Real Estate Market - Have you hugged yours today?

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Education & Training with Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp Non-Licensed

Hanging Out

 

 

Do we know where our markets are today?  Can you tell where it is going tomorrow?  Are we ready to accept the challenges we face in any market?  Should we determine what's driving the market and it's destinations?  Do you feel that sometimes you're just hanging out there on a rope?

 

 

 

I have good news.  In my experience, the market tends to change based on a variety of issues, and has a track record of being cyclical.  However, If we focus too much on what is driving the market, we might miss it's destination.  I'm not saying "don't be in the moment", just that I'd rather be there to meet it, rather than chase it.  I am no expert in market predictions, nor can I tell you where this market is going, but projections I can give. 

 

 

When the tax season passes (traditionally), I believe it will spark the market again as it has in the past.  The interest rates are good, wood and nails are not getting cheaper, people keep making babies, so there will always be a need for more housing.

 

 

 

 

I've heard some economists say, larger corporations will merge together to become global powerhouses for new technologies.  New ideas are already being created to simplify the search for consumers, finding Real Estate online.  The company RealBird Sample (A San Diego Agents Website) is already using a new technology with idx, giving consumers the ability to search for homes by a map, and hover over listings with a mouse.  Check it out.  Trying to keep up with all the new technology in the future will be impossible.  Just watch the clip below if you don't believe me. (I know you do though)

                                                                                       THIS IS A MUST SEE:

                                                     See This Globalization Video! - (3 mins.) you'll be surprised!

 

Marineworld

The Real Estate market is kinda like a roller coaster ride.  You have to fasten your seat-belt at all times, and be ready for anything that's up ahead.  Chug Chug Chug...(anticipation)...Breathless down the steep drop....and screaming around the corners!!  This is the part of the market that makes alot of people hold their breath. 

My projections for 2007 are good.  My 8 ball says "definitely".  So I am going to fasten my seat belt, take the Real Estate roller coaster ride, then laugh, scream and hold my breath, having a blast the whole way.  I am going to hug and embrace this new and changing market. 

 

 

 

Fall Jump an Dive In

 

So jump, fall, or dive into your Market.  We have an exiting time coming this year.  I am expecting to come back to this post at the end of the year, and comment on it's successes.  I am looking forward to seeing the many great success stories that will be posted this year. 

 

The market has always been good to me no matter what transitions it's gone through.  It may be a different market again, but it is still a "Good Market!" 

 

Have you hugged yours today?  It's a good life!

 

Maggie Dokic /Indialantic | 321-252-8696
Magdalena Dokic - Indialantic, FL
Selling the beach in Florida's space coast

Brad, nicely done! 

I'd rather be there to meet it, rather than chase it.  Amen!!  Chasing a market is never good.  It usually ends up costing lots of money.

Apr 15, 2007 09:05 AM
Ray Saenz
Exit Realty Laredo - Laredo, TX
Homes for Sale in Laredo, TX - Texas, Realtor

Brad,

well done, I liked the idea that the market is like a roaller coaster :)

 

Apr 15, 2007 10:08 AM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876

Thanks Maggie, it's not the chase, it's the race that gets the win and trophy.  (that was deep) 
Sorry, it's been a long day with all the home and family chores.   :-)

Apr 15, 2007 04:50 PM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876
Thanks Ray, did you check out the links in the post? The Roller Coaster is great but the globalization video is spectacular.  I shared it at the MLS Breakfast tour last week and they loved it!  Hope you'll check it out.
Apr 15, 2007 04:51 PM
Renée Donohue~Home Photography
Savvy Home Pix - Allegan, MI
Western Michigan Real Estate Photographer
Brad:  I really hate atta boy comments but this is a great post!  The market is hard to predict but at the same time when you examine the numbers regularly it isn't too hard to tell!
Apr 16, 2007 02:06 AM
Ray Saenz
Exit Realty Laredo - Laredo, TX
Homes for Sale in Laredo, TX - Texas, Realtor

Neal, yes, they are good :)  thanks for sharing this ! keep the good work !

 

Apr 16, 2007 02:35 PM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876
Renee - was that an Atta Boy? (LOL) Thanks!!  How is the Vegas Market right now?  I know the investors from my area still ask about Vegas..
Apr 16, 2007 03:54 PM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876
Ray - get some sleep or some strong coffee, Neal isn't here, wasn't here, but if he stops by, I'll let him know you thought they are good.  Just teasing ya Ray, I think your fingers are going faster that your screen or computer.  Neals post has not arrived here yet.  (Huge Smile At Ya) Thanks for Neals comment though! LOL
Apr 16, 2007 03:58 PM
Renée Donohue~Home Photography
Savvy Home Pix - Allegan, MI
Western Michigan Real Estate Photographer

Hey Brad, yes it was an atta boy but I have something like 15 comments out there just for today so it wasn't for the 25 points! 

Vegas is grand.  The SFR under 300K is moving and that is a beautiful thing!  One client send me 8 ML #s for some listings I sent a couple of weeks ago and 4 are under contract already.   The buzz is that multiple offers are happenin on properly priced properties!  

Apr 16, 2007 04:47 PM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876
Thanks Renee!  Glad to hear things are still booming in Vegas.  I know alot of folks who come to Vegas from Hawaii regularly.  You should find a way to market to them as they get off the plane. They love to gamble, maybe give them your business card with the "Poker" winning hands on the back, or odds, they love that stuff.  Would love to network you with some of the agents that could refer you business from there.  Something to ponder, I have you on my "trusted sites" now, so if the opportunity presents itself, I know you'll take good care of any referrals. Thanks again for the Atta Boy, made my day!!   :-)
Apr 16, 2007 05:38 PM
Ray Saenz
Exit Realty Laredo - Laredo, TX
Homes for Sale in Laredo, TX - Texas, Realtor

Brad,

LOL, what stupid I am,  I just see Neal Neal Neal, but well, I will tell you something, do not get mad,  if Neal is so popular and I was thinking Neal on your blog, it means that you are so popular too :)

great post my friend and sorry for the confusion,  you were so right !!!!!!    I need coffee :)

 

Apr 16, 2007 07:07 PM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876

Ray, my friend, no worries, I have done worse things than that!  Neal is a GREAT guy, a man of his calibre and stature, I am honored to even have his name on the same page as mine.  NO COFFEE, get some rest and we'll be in touch. Oh...by the way,  I never get mad, life is too short to be consumed by anger!

Have a great evening and I'm coming to your blog later to post some comments, (but they'll be addressed to Neal....) (Big Smile, and a Big Laugh!!) Thanks for your comments Ray, they're always welcomed.  :-)

Apr 16, 2007 07:31 PM