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Driving More Buyers Over Our Bridge
May, 2010
Marketing properties in today's market requires extra efforts. That's why we go to extra lengths. We start by publishing our listings to over 300 web sites and we utilize our proprietary Leadrouter System that allows us to respond to internet leads in seconds. But we have found we also need a bridge. It's called our View magazine.
The View is unique in that it is distributed throughout the State of Arizona through the newspapers as well as online. Interested buyers see the magazine, like what they see, then go to our websites for more information. That's why we think of it as a bridge.
 The View is also published throughout Southern California. From Santa Barbara through San Diego, those publications also have online versions. And on those websites, buyers can click on a link and be connected to our Arizona properties giving our sellers still further exposure and creating another bridge.
As a destination market, we think it is important to have as broad a reach as possible. Part of our strategy includes postings to websites in over 80 countries. Along with our additional focus in strong feeder markets like Southern California and the bridges we've built, the combination is powerful and unique in the industry.
If you know of someone who could benefit from all of our efforts, please let us know. Additionally, if you or someone you know would like to receive an online subscription to our View, we'd be happy to set that up as well. The link below will take you to our most recent View Magazine.
Marketing your Home Globally and Creating Wealth for our Clients !
March, 2010 - Did you know that Treiber Team puts all their listings on YouTube?
Coldwell Banker has launched a branded YouTube channel designed to give listings even more online exposure. Named “Coldwell Banker On Location”, it offers consumers a great new way to tap into the power of video when searching for real estate.
On Location showcases the power of video to bring real estate to life by offering smart tips and timely news on real estate topics along with video listings of homes for sale.
Content posted to On Location has a strong emphasis on local information and insights, so consumers can dig deeper into the areas of the country that interest them most. On Location offers the ability to search for videos through a special map feature developed specifically for the site. Look for the "Browse By Map" link at the top of the On Location home page. It's the starting point for consumers searching for a home, a specific area of the country or more information on a real estate topic. Check out www.youtube.com/coldwellbanker. Stay tuned for our U-Tube launch of Dove Mountain/Marana/Northwest Tucson !
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If you are interested in viewing the February Pima County Price Statistics, please send us an e-mail and we will forward this document to you. The Chart shows how many listings in Pima County, percentage of market, how many months of inventory, Days on the Market, SOLD number of listings and SOLD percentage of Market. You’ll find the ACTIVE price range fascinating to review. This is just one of many great tools we use when pricing our listings.
If you know a family member or have friends looking to buy or sell in Tucson/Marana, Treiber Team would welcome the opportunity to represent them. Treiber Team can help throughout the Country or World. With our Coldwell Banker contacts and Karin’s CRS designation, we can refer you to the Top 4% of realtors throughout the Country and the World !
Enjoy your Spring !
Have You Heard About The Senior's Tax Credit?
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
February, 2010 – There has been a lot written about the First time Homebuyer Tax Credit. Other articles have focused on the Move-Up buyer. But many are still unaware that the Tax Credit also applies to people who are downsizing. Who do you know who has been in their home at least 5 years, but for whatever reason, would like a little less home?
For many, the thought of moving after being on one place for many years can be overwhelming. Also overwhelming can be the care and up keep of a property that may not suit our needs as well as it did when it was first purchased. For some, it may mean moving closer to family. For others, it may mean staying in the same area, but in a new home that fits their needs a little better. For still others, it may mean freeing up some equity to supplement their retirement income. It may also mean a $6500 tax credit!
If you would like more details about the housing tax credit or a Q&A going over the most common questions, please give us a call. We’d also be happy to send it to anyone you know who might want more information. Finally, it’s good advice to always check with your tax professional whenever you are thinking about making a major decision. Taxes, eligibility and how tax credits are applied are different for all of us.
There is an April 30th deadline for getting a home under contract for the Tax Credit and it must close by July 1st. So, because of the deadlines, there is an urgency to get this information out. The tax credit applies to principal residences only. Who do you know who needs this information? We look forward to talking with you soon
The New Decade Begins
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
January, 2010 - It's hard to believe we're beginning a new decade. It seems like just yesterday that everyone was talking about Y2K. So, as we begin the new decade, what's the outlook for real estate?
One of the great things about real estate is that there are always people who need to or want to sell, and there are always people who need to or want to buy. According to most economists, 2010 is expected to be a lot like 2009, if not a little bit better.
Pricing is expected to remain fairly flat, challenged by foreclosures and Short Sales. But fueling unit sales we will have the benefit in the first part of the year with the Housing Tax Credits for first time buyer and move-up buyers.
So where does that leave buyers and sellers? Other than the very bottom of the market, we continue in a market that most would call a buyer's market, meaning that it favors buyers more than sellers. But sellers looking to re-purchase can often fair very well. Opportunities are strong for buyers looking to expand their real estate holdings. Second Homes are a real bargain and the tax credit is helping activity.
Many think that the commercial real estate market will continue to erode in 2010. The other big story is Short Sales. Many think that 2010 will be the year of the Short Sale. We'll talk more about that in our next Market Watch.
Until then, please consider Treiber Team as your resource for real estate. If you have a real estate question, we're here to help. If you know of someone who has a real estate question, we'd like to help them too. We look forward to talking with you soon. All our best as you begin the new decade !
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The Winter of Opportunity
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
December, 2009 - These are remarkable times! If you know anyone who is thinking about getting into their first home, or anyone who would like a different one, we need to talk!
The combination of the opportunities in the market, the Federal Reserve keeping interest rates artificially low and Congress passing the housing tax credit has created unusual market forces that will turn this winter into a golden window of opportunity.
Here's the list:
- Who do you know that hasn't owned a home in the last 3 years?
- Who do you know that would like a different style home?
- Who do you know that is interested in opportunities?
- Who do you know who needs counseling about their options?
Why this Winter?
- The market appears to have bottomed out.
- The Federal Reserve has been keeping interest rates artificially low to stimulate the economy. There is growing pressure for that to change.
- The Housing Tax credit has been extended until April 30, 2010 and is not likely to be extended again. Added to the extension was a provision for move up buyers.
- While winter is normally a slower time of year for real estate, there is nothing normal about our current market.
Please don't be a stranger. We try very hard to keep abreast with the market and share that information with our friends and family. If you have a real estate question of any type, or want to discuss why this winter is so filled with opportunities, please call. We'd like to help. Real estate is what we do. Helping others is who we are.
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