Broker's Corner 12.16.14

Confidence of Home Buyers is Up!

Ray Shay Broker/Owner Shay Realtors _

 

In a nationwide survey, 36% of homeowners believe their homes will be worth more next year than the current year.  This is a significant increase from previous years.

There is also a pervasive belief that interest rates will rise in 2015.  I believe the US Government knows if interest rates increase too quickly, the housing market will slow and possibly slide. I don't think there is anyone that wants to go there. 

Several of our clients are buying properties that generate cash flow.  If you are interested in investing in apartments or homes, give us a call.

Ray Shay 858-449-4970

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The Bobsled by Ray Shay

OK, I admit it.  I have never ridden in a bobsled and I never saw the movie, Cool Running.  And yet, given the opportunity to slip on one of those really fast looking racing suits and jumping in, you can count me in!

I know my physique would not look pretty in the tight spandex and I may not win a gold medal in the Olympics, but just to ride in a machine with no engine that goes that frikin fast would be so cool.
 
Is so many ways this month and especially this week, I feel as though I glance up only occasionally from our family bobsled and all I see is a blur.  It's work, it's shopping, it is holiday events, it is the whole enchilada.   From sunrise to sunset we are so busy that we are missing some of the most amazing things. 

Raymond carrying Ryan over finish line!

This all came to mind after our first Santa Run in Pacific Beach last Saturday.

Not enough going on in your home?  Try throwing in a 5K where you wear a red felt Santa jacket, hat, pants, black belt and white sunglasses. Oh yeah it is about 70 degrees and you have to commit one hand to holding up your Santa pants or your falling down on Garnet Ave.. 
 
My life is crazy.  It was not until long after our kids were finally in bed and sound asleep that I looked at the photograph to the right. I had missed it. 

It was a moment in time that reminded me to look up from the blur of our life to really look at a photograph. We take so many pictures I think sometimes we forget how precious these moments can really be.
 

Time really is slipping away if we don't pause.  Even if it is just for a moment.

I guess as much as I feel my life is spent in a bobsled zipping down the icy course, I need to look up more.  If I don't, at the end of the run I will step out a very old man and wonder where all the moments in time went.

To me that would not be a gold medal. It would mean I forgot the most important things in my life which are my wife, children and friends. 

Theresa and I wish you all a great holiday season.

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Broker's Corner 12.9.14

Compromises 

Ray Shay Broker/Owner Shay Realtors _

 

Perspective home buyers have a lot of decisions to make.  As the below graph indicates, there are certain things that buyers do not compromise on. You notice towards the top of this list such items as home size, location, and amenities people are willing to adjust their preferences.

According to the National Association of Realtors, buyers will not normally compromise on quality schools and distance from the home to their schools. It is a clear indicator what is the highest priority of most buyers.  It also reminds sellers of how important close proximity to great schools will add value to your home.   

 

All of our buyer specialists are trained professionals in helping people purchase homes. Their commission is paid for by the seller and/or the new home builder. Give me a call and we will make sure you have the best advocate for your selling or buying needs. 

 

Ray Shay 858-449-4970

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Broker's Corner 12.2.14

Great Time to Buy a Home!

Ray Shay Broker/Owner Shay Realtors _

It's a great time to buy a home!   You think Cyber Monday or Black Friday are great times to buy?  Well they can be.  I will also tell you with so many people focusing on the holidays, it is a great time to get a deal on a home.


It is a combination of the historical low interest rates and increased home inventory.  The first of the year brings out more buyers and the increased competition tends to make it more difficult to close the deal at a sweet price.
 
If you are interested in looking at what's out there be sure to give me a call.  We have an amazing team of Buyer's Specialists.  

Ray Shay 858-449-4970

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