Hello,

The year 2008 is well under way. According to NAR (National Association of Realtors) 2007 was the 5th BEST year for Real Estate. This does not seem to correlate with the media drama we all have to tolerate!

This first article is a brief summary of the 2007 results and some 2008 projections. Take a look and see what Eric Rogers has to say: “…2008 is here, and with it, more optimism in the housing market.” Read more: 2007 Market Wrapup.


“The areas that are truly experiencing the “bubble” are the areas that have been out of control the last few years…Well, if is a good time to buy a home, how is the real estate market so bad?” Here’s another great article to check out: The Reality Of the Negative News!

And, if you are still having doubts click on this one: The silver lining of 2007's housing market.

Have a great week!

Are You Thinking About the Value of Your Home?

Thinking about the value of your home? Want easy suggestions on how to increase it? Here’s a list from NAR (National Association of Realtors) that is practical and relatively easy to implement just click here: 5 Simple Ways to Increase a Home’s Value.

What is the Real Estate Market really doing? This second article is typical of many areas of our country. Slight increases in median price in 2007 have replaced the double digit increases from the previous 4 years. Take a look at what the Bellingham Herald has to say: County home prices up slightly in 2007.

It’s time to start focusing on the positive aspects of our current Real Estate Market. This article has some great ones! Top 7 Surprising Secrets of A Slowing Real Estate Market.