Good News!


NEWS - January 2012
Ok, I know many of us have been saying this for some time now, but when the news media starts saying it – well, I guess that makes people stand up and take notice. a number of recent articles in the national press are now saying that it might be the right time for consumers, who have largely been on the sidelines, to jump back into the housing market.
I understand why potential buyers, whether first-timers or move-up buyers, remain cautious given all the economic headwinds and bad news out there. Economic growth has been slow, the jobless rate too high, and don’t even get me started about the politics in Washington, the euro-zone debt problems and the challenges facing Greece.
But I often urge buyers to examine what I like to call your “personal economy.” That is, if you have a steady job, reasonable credit, and enough savings for a solid down payment, you might want to take a deep breath and think about taking the leap into the housing market while prices and interest rates are so low.
Read what two of the nation’s top business publications, Fortune magazine and the Wall Street Journal, are telling their readers: “Forget stocks. Don’t bet on gold. After four years of plunging home prices, the most attractive asset class in America is housing.”

–“Real estate: it’s time to buy again,” Fortune Magazine article by Shawn Tully.
-“Two key measures now suggest it’s an excellent time to buy a house, either to live in for the long term or for investment income.”
–“It’s Time to Buy that House,” the Wall Street Journal article by Jack Hough.
Fortune says that consumers may be confused by conflicting news reports on the housing market, and that could be impacting their confidence in buying a home. However, housing affordability has never been better.
Food For Thought!

Hope you had a wonderful break. Thank you for your continued support and your referrals to your friends, family and colleagues. Even in this complicated real estate market, 2011 was my best year in the business and it is thanks to you.

Ever since I became a Realtor, my aim has been to make a difference in people’s lives. This business is about so much more than just finding houses. It’s about finding homes—the kind that allow people to feel safe, express their personalities, as well as provide physical and financial shelter.

Helping people find their dream homes—or assisting sellers to make sure they get top dollar for their valuable investment—often happens through referrals from great people like you. So if you know of anyone looking to buy or sell, please don’t hesitate to mention me and my services. I will be glad to provide them with nothing but the best in service and follow-through.

Thank you for keeping me in mind!


Janice Lee
International President’s Circle
Top Producer, Realtor
415-832-9151
JaniceFLee@Gmail.com
www.JaniceLeeHomes.com
www.Bridge-SF.com

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