What letter will the rebound resemble – U, V or W?

This article is another positive sign that most economists feel we will be coming out of the recession this year.
http://www.floridarealtors.org/NewsAndEvents/article.cfm?id=221602

Survey shows economists pronounce the recession is over

This Wall Street Journal survey is another positive sign that the recession is over and that the economy is stablizing, and that should help the real estate market.
http://www.floridarealtors.org/NewsAndEvents/article.cfm?id=221485

Thinking Waterfront? Ask yourself "WHY" before you start!

Great advice - ask yourself 'WHY' when looking for waterfront property. Here's a helpful article -

How to Choose a Waterfront Property

http://www.frontdoor.com/Buy/How-to-Choose-a-Waterfront-Property/2374

Pending home sales: UPWARD TREND continues

This is a VERY POSITIVE sign! "Pending home sales are up for the fifth consecutive month, the first time in six years for such a streak, according to the National Association of Realtors® (NAR)." Click below for the whole article.

http://www.floridarealtors.org/NewsAndEvents/article.cfm?id=220911

HOME PRICES RISE!

Stan Rolle: "Here's an article from the Wall Street Journal with great news! The market was so depressed for the last few years; this is a very positive sign that the market is in recovery."
Home Prices Rise Across U.S.
Home prices in major U.S. cities registered the first monthly gain in nearly three years, according to a new report that provided fresh evidence that the severe U.S. housing downturn could be easing....
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB124878477560186517.html

REPORT ON SHORT SALE DEALS

STAN ROLLE SEZ: "If you are seriously considering looking into a property that is a SHORT SALE, then this article from USA TODAY will be of interest to you."
http://www.usatoday.com/money/economy/housing/2009-08-04-short-sales-mortgages_N.htm

Wear Flip Flops When House Hunting?

Here are some ideas of what not to do while house hunting, including what shoes to not wear, and how to house hunt safely. Click on the link for this helpful article.
http://www.frontdoor.com/buy/AntiChecklist-What-Not-To-Do-While-House-Hunting/417