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Real Estate Is Selling in Anderson Township

Monday, May 4th, 2009

Real Estate is definitely selling in Anderson Township and its surrounding areas. I personally have sold two of my own listings, meaning that I brought the buyer to my sellers, just this past week in Mt. Washington. That is a real success for the seller, the buyer and the Realtor.

Statistics for January through March 2009 show that the Greater Cincinnati area is down 15% in number of homes sold and down 16.1% on sale price. That is tough for our market. However, statewide the number of homes sold is down 18.8% and sale price down 17% and there is evidence of an uptick in March compared with February. The national news is reporting that April 2009 has been the best sales activity in the month of April since 2006.

The fundamental elements of a solid housing market are in place – historic low interest rates, an ample supply of housing in all price categories and price affordability. Conditions are perfect for prospective buyers, especially first-time buyers, who are able to take advantage of the non-repayable $8000 tax credit now available. Additionally, we are finding sellers have become more realistic in setting a list price, understanding the importance of gaining a competitive edge for the limited pool of buyers. This is a common sense balance that will hopefully help the state’s housing market, and specifically Cincinnati’s, get moving again as we enter what is traditionally the home buying season.

All Real Estate is Local and Should Always Be Looked at in That Light

Monday, April 13th, 2009

Good news continues to surround us in the Anderson Office of Coldwell Banker West Shell! Our showings for the week of April 6 were at 1150 company-wide. That is up from 1040 for the prior week of March 30.

One year ago on March 31,2008 we had over 1300 showings for the week. Then things tanked to 850 in July 2008, 600 in September, and a new low of 250 for the week of December 29, 2008. Things have been getting steadily better from that time. Buyers are very active with the stimulus program offering them an income tax credit of 10%, if they buy before November 30, 2009. The continuing low interest rate of 5-6% is also a huge draw and is based largely on credit score of the borrower.

As of February 27, FHA increased the minimum credit score for a buyer to 620, up from 580. We are told that is to stem the tide of foreclosures on these sub-prime loans, which is now running at 12%. This is a good thing all around. It means that the buyers will be qualified to purchase a property. To a seller that means an offer to purchase can be backed up with a lender’s letter stating that the buyer can actually get a loan. It means that the lenders are serious about qualifying the borrower and the Realtors involved feel good about presenting the buyer to the seller.

So – our business is on the move – no matter what you hear or read in the media. All real estate is local and should always be looked at in that light. If you have questions about our market please call a Realtor. We don’t just sell real estate. We are in the consulting business and have the tools to help educate you in what is happening in your city, your neighborhood and on your block.

Good News for Anderson Township!

Thursday, March 26th, 2009

Local Anderson Township home sales increased by 22% February over January with Realtors selling 1,125 last month, compared to 920 in the previous 30-day period. Nationwide, home sales climbed 5% last month over January on a seasonally adjusted basis.

We are attributing this boost in real estate activity to the tax credit being offered by the government to first time buyers and people who have not owned a home in the past three years. Unlike the tax credit adopted in 2008 that required repayment over 15 years, the 2009 program has no repayment requirement. Anderson Township real estate buyers are now able to enjoy a 10% federal income tax credit on home purchases through November 30, 2009. It is retroactive for homes purchased since January 1, 2009. President Obama signed the legislation into effect last month.

An Ohio State sweetener for the same group of real estate buyers is a mortgage credit certificate program that augments this legislation. The Ohio program offers a federal tax credit each year for the life of the Anderson Township owner-occupied home mortgage. The annual tax credit amount is based on the Anderson Township homeowner’s mortgage interest expense paid each year. The federal program is a one-time tax credit providing the biggest lump-sum savings on your taxes, which can be applied to your 2008 or 2009 federal income tax return. Both can be implemented to those interested in Anderson Township real estate this year. However, the Ohio program has limited funds. This means those funds for real estate could dry up in the next 60 days. It is administered through the Ohio Housing Finance Agency and not all lenders are making loans under the program.

Home affordability is clearly in the Anderson Township homebuyers favor because mortgage rates are the lowest in nearly 30 years, average home selling prices are less than last year, and there is a large number of Anderson Township homes for sale. With mortgage rates averaging in the mid 5% range last month, there has Never Been a Better Time to Buy in Anderson Township!

Call me and let’s get you moving!

Market Update

Thursday, March 26th, 2009

Total Units Sold 22
Average Sale Price $231,908
Median Sale Price $180,000
Average Days On Market: 108
Median Days on Market: 101

According to MLS statistics for Anderson Township the number of units sold in February 2009 versus February 2008 was up 5% and the average sale price was down by 24%. February 2009 is up 9% over January 2009.

Showings are up, buyers are out and active and people are accepting offers on their Anderson Township homes.

Market Recap

  • Avg. Sales Price: $243,439

  • Avg. Days on Market: 70

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