Tag Archives: Market News
Coeur d’Alene MLS Stats: Yearly Market Comparison Median Sales Price Per Quarter
We thought you’d be interested in these stats from the Coeur d’Alene Multiple Listing Service. As you can see from the graph, 2011 Median Residential Sales Prices are DOWN in every quarter over the same quarter last year. This is … Continue reading
Should I Buy or just Rent? A Cost/Benefit Analysis
You might be surprised to find that a careful Cost/Benefit Analysis still favors BUYING, despite increasing interest rates. Here’s one scenario: What Does Opportunity Cost Mean? Here is a great explanation we found at www.investopedia.com: 1. The cost of an alternative … Continue reading
What is the True Cost of the Interest Rate Increase?
Dear Friends, It’s probably no surprise that rising interest rates have a significant impact on your pocket book. But how much of an impact? The True Cost may shock you! Consider this: The average stay in a home is 5 to … Continue reading
Oetkens Named 2011 Windermere Coeur d’Alene Realty Top Listers
Here’s a “sneak peek” at our Front Page Ad that will be published in tomorrow’s Coeur d’Alene Press. Thinking of selling? We’re hard workers. Put us to work for you! Call us for your FREE Comparative Market Analysis. To see … Continue reading
Real estate: It’s time to buy again
Forget stocks. Don’t bet on gold. After four years of plunging home prices, the most attractive asset class in America is housing. From his wide-rimmed cowboy hat to his roper boots, Mike Castleman fits moviedom’s image of the lanky Texas … Continue reading
2011 Windermere Market Review
Hello, Friends! Our Annual Windermere Report (see link below) is an overview of last year’s real estate market and a forecast of the trends, opportunities, and challenges we can expect in the coming months. Forecasting the future is always a … Continue reading
Good News: Existing Home Sales Jump
As you wander through life, whatever be your goal, keep your eye on the donut and not on the hole! -Sign in the Mayflower Coffee Shop, Chicago This quote came to us through our Windermere Coeur d’Alene Realty newsletter … Continue reading