Looking for postitive signs in the new year, economists expect the demand for housing in Florida to be strongest among retirees, investors, and second home buyers according to FAR. The weak job market has impacted working age buyers. One of the biggest draws to Florida is the affordabilty of retirement in the sunshine state. Other good opportunities are first -time homebuyers. With mortgage rates at a historical low and special financing programs available to first-time buyers, this is another real estate market to capture. Home affordability is the highest since the 1970's. Florida's population is expected to grow by approximately 130,000 in 2012 according to NAR.
Our local office of Watson Realtoy Corp. finished with an increase in sales of 15% over 2010. We are projecting another increase of 26% over 2011 for the next business year. Per person productivity was up and average unit sale increased as well. Let us all keep a positive attitude for the new year and have a prosperous 2012. 
Beth Ruggeri
Broker Associate
Watson Realty Corp. 1-904-808-6476
I have been selling homes in the Nation's oldest city for over 20 years. I love my job, the great city that I live in and helping people find their dream homes. Call me to find the home of your dreams
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