Homebuilders need to create “smart housing”. I think that’s what consumers would like to see if someone would build it. Now I am not talking about a home that talks to me. I’m talking about building a home whereby the builder can explain the thermal efficiencies that they build into the home. I would like ... [Continue Reading]
As my readings go, I only thought I would inject my market synopsis into this blog…if anyone cares to comment…please do as well. But, as I live in the Alexandria marketplace everyday, I get a daily pulse of this marketplace…here’s what my opinions are going forward: Lower price range housing is hot Middle to upper ... [Continue Reading]
Currently as of this morning there are 194 lakehomes listed in the MLS for Douglas County. Remember, last year; in the MLS there were 100 lakehomes sold in Douglas County. That roughly means that we will not sell about half of the inventory if sales run a parallel to last year. Source: Greater Alexandria Area ... [Continue Reading]
I spoke to the Vikingland Builders Association last night. Had a panel discussion with Judy Johanson and Jeff Mahoney about real estate related items. One of the thoughts about tomorrow that I brought up was about building “smart homes”. I said that I think consumers would buy houses that are something like; technologically advanced, energy ... [Continue Reading]
My suspicion was that sales would be down about 30%, well the residential sales were down about 28%…no tax credit this time. Looks like we have a “real” real estate market from here on in. Here’s what the stats are: RESIDENTIAL SALES There were 39 sales in the first quarter in the residential category in ... [Continue Reading]
Enclosed is the link from MnDot for the traffic count on the county roads per MnDot. (just click on this statement)
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