THE BABY BOOMER GENERATION BOOST NEW HOME SALES

THE BABY BOOMER GENERATION BOOST NEW HOME SALES 

The baby boomer generation is boosting new home sales across the country with Southwest Florida becoming the largest market for new homes.  

This generation has the Purchase Power as they have had decades to build their credit histories and wealth.  They have been educated to buy NEW.  

Homes are built better today, are more energy efficient and builders realize that they have to deliver a quality product to demanding buyers.  Baby Boomers will pay for upgrades and lot premiums which are the bread and butter for builders. 

John Burns, a housing consultant in Irvine, California said “It’s really going to happen all over the country.”  According to Bloomberg News, sales of new single family homes are projected to increase by 16% in 2015 while housing starts will increase by 15%.

 

National builders are targeting this generation by appealing to wealthier buyers and active adult markets and warmer markets.  Top destinations have affordable homes, lower taxes and a welcoming business environment according to NAR.  In addition to Southwest Florida, Albuquerque, NM; Boise, ID; Denver, CO; Phoenix, AZ; Greenville, SC; and Raleigh, NC are experiencing the boom. 

To learn about new homes being built in the North Atlanta area contact:

The Mary Ellen Vanaken Team at 678.929.6529

Keller Williams Realty North Atlanta

5780 Windward Parkway , Suite 100

Alpharetta, Georgia 30005

THE BABY BOOMER GENERATION BOOST NEW HOME SALES

Why Property Surveys Are Needed

Why Property Surveys Are Needed

Why Property Surveys Are Needed by The Mary Ellen Vanaken Team 678.929.6529
 

A property survey is a drawing of land showing the property boundaries and physical features. Some surveys also note information such as elevation and soil density. Residential documents typically show the location of houses and other structures, too. These drawings are treated like official records and help settle property disputes, determine land value, and ownership history. The way surveys are created and what they contain can vary and depend on the type of property. Basically surveys create a record of land placement and property line.

Property surveys also protect the home owner and home buyer by containing a legal description of the property boundaries. The survey provides information on any potential boundary disputes.  The surveyor can become an witness in court and assumes responsibility for the accuracy of the report. 

A property survey typically includes

• The street address

• A legal description of the property including the dimensions and locations of the property boundaries

• The location of all buildings relative to the property's boundaries

• The location and description of all improvements

• The type and location of any easements or covenants

• The location of adjacent properties

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Keller Williams Realty - North Atlanta
5780 Windward Parkway
Suite 100
Alpharetta, GA 30005

Why Property Surveys Are Needed

Tis The Season!

TIS THE SEASON!

 

Tis The Season! By The Mary Ellen Vanaken Team 678.866.1935

SAVE, GAIN MOMENTUM, and WIN! 

 

SAVE  - The continued improvement in the single-family market supports the expectation of more and stronger growth in 2015 as consumers gain confidence in their economic futures, mortgage rates remain very low by historic standards and home prices continue to be affordable to those with good credit and a solid employment history.  Once again,…the new construction product is far superior than the average re-sale and with our drastic weather challenges we are experiencing will support the $AVINGS in utility costs. 

The Real Estate industry feels the natural ebb and flow of sales due to the holiday seasons.  Other than calendar/holiday indicators there are other factors we all experience in pricing and affordability across the nation. 

Examples of seasonal effects include a July drop in automobile production as factories retool for new models and increases in heating oil production during September in anticipation of the winter heating season. 

GAIN MOMENTUM - Off- season dealing: Sellers in late fall and early winter, especially between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day, are often more motivated  to deal, real estate agents say. "I've done my best negotiating from October to December," says Jim Crawford, a real estate agent, lecturer and Web consultant in Roswell, Ga. "Families don't want lots of people tromping through your home around Christmas time ... so you're more apt to accept an offer and MOVE ON." 

WIN - While most are sleeping and slowing down,…  you are preparing for the momentum, ramping up, outperforming the competition and winning! 

Tis The Season to find your next NEW home! Contact us today and we will assist you in your all your real estate needs!  Together we will make your season merry and bright! 

The Mary Ellen Vanaken Team
Keller Williams Realty North Atlanta
5780 Windward Parkway
Alpharetta, Georgia 30005
678.866.1935

Tis The Season!

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What Will New Homes Look Like in 2015?

What Will New Homes Look Like in 2015?

What Will New Homes Look Like in 2015? The current state of affairs within the housing industry has many wondering what lies ahead in 2015. Changes are being made to match the current trends within the industry; not only the number of new homes being built but also what’s inside newly built homes.

A recent study by The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) surveyed a group of builders, designers, architects, manufacturers, and marketing specialists. The Director of Economic Services of the NAHB, Stephan Melman said, “We asked builders, ‘what do you anticipate the new home size would be by 2015?’ “ The overall consensus was found to be “houses will get smaller”.  The study found that homebuilders expect newly built single-family homes to average 2,150 square feet compared to the current 2,400 square foot average.

This aligns well with the trend of going green that we can expect to see more of in 2015.  Smaller homes have greater heating and cooling efficiency gains associated with less space. Builders are also utilizing water-efficient appliances and plumbing, using LED and compact fluorescent lighting, as well as installing energy efficient windows.

Other amenities will also be affected, such as the “Great Room” replacing the “Living Room”. The “Great Room” combines the living room, dining room and family room into one open space that usually flows into the kitchen which helps save square footage.

Other changes that you can expect to see in 2015 are:

• Reduced 4 or more bedroom homes
• More master suite walk-in closets
• Changes in use of space outside of main living quarters, such as more porches and 2 car garages
• Better utilization of space by replacing formal dining rooms with eat-in kitchens
• Larger laundry rooms
• Less mudrooms, hobby rooms or game/media rooms
• A wide variety of interior color choices

Many exciting changes are on the horizon for newly built homes in 2015. The options for designing your perfect home seem to be endless. Melman stated, “Although affordability is driving these decisions, smaller homes are a positive for builders, it allows for more creative design, more amenities, better flow. It’s an opportunity to deliver a better home.” The changes ahead in 2015 seem to be positive for all involved and the goal of a better home will be met for builders and buyers alike.

To find out what will new homes look like in 2015 contact The Mary Ellen Vanaken Team 678.866.1935 - www.mevhomes.com


 What Will New Homes Look Like in 2015?