You Might Be Surprised to Learn What’s Going on with Baby Boomers

First-time home buyers are an important part of today’s market. But, they are not alone, and no one can ignore the 79 million-strong baby boomer generation, which has helped drive so many trends in society. Coldwell Banker conducted a survey to identify the economic implications of the generation as a whole, as well as the home buying differences between older and younger baby boomers. Thanks to the 1,300 Coldwell Banker agents and brokers who participated, they were able to get some insight into this complex and very powerful generation.

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Housing Affordability Index Hits Record High

Housing affordability conditions have reached the highest level since recordkeeping began in 1970, according to the National Association of Realtors®.

NAR’s Housing Affordability Index rose to a record high 206.1 in January, based on the relationship between median home price, median family income and average mortgage interest rate. The higher the index, the greater the household purchasing power.

An index of 100 is defined as the point where a median-income household has exactly enough income to qualify for the purchase of a median-priced existing single-family home...

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B-Day @Fast Eddies

Thank you all for the birthday comments.

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@ Fortune Builders Seminar

Flip This House style seminar at Westport Sheraton.

Always looking to learn more about my industry.

I'll let you know any gems I get.

Buyers and Sellers in this zip code: 63141?

Looking to buy, looking to sell in Creve Coeur, Missouri 63141?

Visit: http://CreveCoeurMoHomesForSale.com for a list of all properties in the city of Creve Coeur, MO.

Are you looking to buy or sell in the above zip code? Give Gary Wasylenko a call today to help you with selling or finding your next home.

For a list of all properties in the Saint Louis area visit http://YourHomeStl.com to choose your city or zip code.

Gary Wasylenko
Sales Associate
Coldwell Banker PREMIER Group
2203 S. Big Bend Blvd.
St. Louis, MO. 63117
314-336-1988

Let me (Gary Wasylenko) help you buy or sell in 63144!

FREE REALTOR® help in buying or selling in Brentwood, Missouri 63144.

Visit: http://BrentwoodMoHomesForSale.com for a list of all properties in the city of Brentwood, MO.

Are you looking to buy or sell in Brentwood? Give Gary Wasylenko a call today.

For a list of all properties in the Saint Louis area visit http://YourHomeStl.com to choose your city or zip code.

Gary Wasylenko
Sales Associate
Coldwell Banker PREMIER Group
2203 S. Big Bend Blvd.
St. Louis, MO. 63117
314-336-1988

Five Mistakes Most People Make In Refinancing Their Home

- 1. Assuming your home's value hasn't dropped.

- 2. Refinancing with your current lender without rate shopping.

- 3. Skipping your mortgage payment during escrow.

- 4. Making purchases on credit.

- 5. Overestimating self-employment income.

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Market trends in 63105...

Home searches in Clayton, Missouri 63105.

Visit: http://ClaytonMoHomesForSale.com for a list of all properties in the city of Clayton, MO.

Are you looking to buy or sell in Clayton? Give Gary Wasylenko a call today.

For a list of all properties in the Saint Louis area visit http://YourHomeStl.com to choose your city or zip code.

Gary Wasylenko
Sales Associate
Coldwell Banker PREMIER Group
2203 S. Big Bend Blvd.
St. Louis, MO. 63117
314-336-1988

Real estate in 63131...

Property searches in Frontenac, Missouri 63131.

Visit: http://FrontenacMoHomesForSale.com for a list of all properties in the city of Frontenac, MO.

Are you looking to buy or sell in Frontenac? Give Gary Wasylenko a call today.

For a list of all properties in the Saint Louis area visit http://YourHomeStl.com to choose your city or zip code.

Gary Wasylenko
Sales Associate
Coldwell Banker PREMIER Group
2203 S. Big Bend Blvd.
St. Louis, MO. 63117
314-336-1988

CLOSING DAY!!!

Nickolas F. is now a homeowner... CONGRATS!
It was a pleasure working with you and I hope you enjoy your home for many, many years.

Preparing to buy an investment property

It's hard not to hear the rumblings. Experts and talking heads repeatedly say real estate can be a lucrative investment, especially for home buyers who buy at the right price and secure affordable financing.  However, for someone who has never done it before, real estate investment can be a tricky topic. Bankrate.com offers a few tips for homeowners who think they are ready to become a real estate investor.

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Market for Vacation Homes Is on the Rise

Sales in many vacation communities across the U.S. soared last year to levels not seen since boom times, driven by deep discounts, cash purchases and buyers' rising stock portfolios.

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Home is Where the Heart Is—All Around the World

I confess. All this time, I thought the passionate dream of owning your own home was somehow uniquely American. After all, this is the dream that has inspired every generation in this country to work hard and save money so as to be able to afford to buy that house, that condo, that farm, to call home.

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How did they do that...?

How did they get that in the tree?

Snow...?

What is with this weather?
70F last week, now snow!?!?