Well, another year has passed. I know it is a cliche to make resolutions in January, but in real estate it actually makes sense. It is part of my business plan - reviewing the past year, successes and challenges and coming up with plans to maintain, increase, or improve where necessary.
I really enjoy this time of year. Reviewing reminds me that I am on track and doing a good job. We get lost in the day-to-day so easily. This past week has been my review period, and I must say, I am very happy. The market in 2012 in the Haliburton Highlands was static. There were 237 sales in 2013, and there were 237 sales in 2012. Weird but true! The average sale price in 2013 was $239,686, and the average sale price in 2012 was $248,000 - so prices went down slightly, but basically maintained value, and # of sales.
Looking at the statistics, my personal business grew 363%! Wow!
One of my biggest challenges over the past year is "fitting in" technology. Sitting down to my blogs, facebook and twitter are big challenges after a very busy day - so here is where I get back to my resolution (goal is a better word!). More blogging! Continued education is always there, and this year I am taking courses for ABR (Accredited Buyer Representative). I am excited about this one.....more education on how best to represent and protect my buyers - always a good thing!
The Cottage Life Show is coming the last weekend in March, so now is the time to start preparing. I know that for Sellers it is difficult to think about getting your cottage listed in the middle of January, but it needs to be done. RE/MAX has a huge presence at the Toronto Cottage Life Show, and it is where we start to get the Buyers warmed up, by showing off the new listings that will be available - so call me for your quotes! Trudging through deep snow is what I do! Cross country skies and snow shoes are in my trunk and ready for use.
Bring on Spring - it will be here faster than you think! Have a wonderful 2014 everyone!
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