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Mother’s advice: Do something that services Baby Boomers and you will be wealthy. Well…I don’t think my children listened to me, but what do I know, I’m a Baby Boomer. There are nearly 80 million of us! According to a new study by the National Association of Realtors, Americans born between 1946 and 1964 (considered Baby Boomers) own more homes than the national average with 1 out of 4 owning more than one.

The survey shows that 25% of all Baby Boomers are not satisfied with their present homes. That means a good portion may be considering a move What are their preferences?Some numbers: 10 percent of  Baby Boomers said they are likely to buy additional real estate in the next 12 months. 66% are considering the purchase of a primary residence; 26% are interested in land, 19% in rental property, 15% in a vacation or seasonal home and 14% in commercial property.

Of those Baby Boomers surveyed, an overwhelming number said that the perfect retirement location is a smaller town or community that offers the following:
• a secure environment
• easy accessibility to quality health care
• a good quality of lifestyle
• easy accessibility of shopping and travel facilities
• stable real estate investment values
• a moderate living climate without extreme weather
• natural beauty of environment

Baby Boomers are investing in real estate. Where will they buy?

http://www.babyboomer-magazine.com/news/145/ARTICLE/1286/2011-09-14.html

 

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Relocating to Montana?

So you’re thinking about making a move to Montana in 2012? Good plan! Here are some things you should know (especially if you’re going Trivia Night at one of the the local micro breweries).

It is illegal to have a sheep in the cab of your pickup without a chaperone.

In Montana, the word “ditch” can mean “with water” when ordering a drink. Say, “I’ll have a brandy ditch, please.” 

Helena, in 1888, had more millionaires per capita than any other city in the world.

Creeks in Montana are often pronounced “cricks.”

The Montana Yogo Sapphire is the only North American gem to be included in the Crown Jewels of England.

“Going to the Sun Road” in Glacier Park is considered one of the most scenic drives in America.

Montana is known as the headwaters state because much of the water that flows to the rest of the nation comes from the mountains of Montana.

Glacier National Park has 250 lakes within its boundaries.

A Helena, Montana law states that a woman cannot dance on a saloon table unless her clothing weighs more than 3 pounds 2 ounces.

In Montana the elk, deer and antelope populations outnumber the humans.

Flathead  Lake in northwest Montana contains over 200 square miles of water and 185 miles of shoreline. It is considered the largest natural freshwater lake in the west.

That’s just the beginning of fun Montana facts! (article derived from RealtyTimes)

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Even though there is still an overstock of residential properties, there are definitely buyers out there. How can you make your property stand out above the rest? Here are some helpful hints derived from bankrate.com

1.      Start with the right price

Don’t rely on old strategies of holding out. Make sure your real estate professional does a comparative sales survey and prices it accordingly from the start.

2.      Do your “homework”

Prep, paint, stage, scrub, improve and then do it again, over and over. Your home should scream “Buy me, I’m beautiful!” from the curb all the way to the backyard.

3.      Be ready to negotiate

Sweeten the pot by offering to pay closing costs, property taxes, HOAs, or leaving the appliances.

4.      Embrace technology

Make sure you have an agent that is familiar with social media, Smart phone apps, and the internet. Buyers are using these tools to find homes.

5.      Avoid Fraudsters!

If you’re unsure of an offer, use a real estate professional or have an attorney or other trusted adviser look it over

6.      Finance 101

Realize it’s harder to qualify for loans these days. Consider cash offers, even if they’re not the highest.

Remember, you are your best spokesperson for selling your home. If you can control your ego and emotions you can serve as an true asset. Be careful about making verbal promises. Let your real estate professional guide you.

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