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Consumer Confidence Up!

Consumer Confidence in Housing Hot (Fannie Mae, 2014 Housing Survey)

Consumer attitudes are reflecting greater optimism in the housing market heading into real estate’s

traditionally strong spring selling season, according to Fannie Mae.

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In a poll, 38 percent say it’s a good time to sell a home, up from 26 percent a year ago. The poll also shows that 69 percent of those surveyed say it’s a good time to buy, and 52 percent say it’s easier today to get financing for a home.

Americans also feel more confident about their personal finances: An all-time survey high of 40 percent say their personal financial situation has improved during the past year.

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Looking forward, we expect to see a pickup in economic growth later in the year, and this may again boost the confidence of prospective buyers and sellers.”

Same here on the North Fork as we are seeing the more and more visitors who take time in their weekend visit to inquire about our market facts.

If you decide Real Estate is a good idea for you and want to check us out, give me a call or email and I’ll have something set up for you.

We can visit some homes that interest you, stop in on a few Open Houses, or just sit and discuss your options and make a plan for a future visit.

I’ll be in the office this Weekend, or you can contact me about a firm appointment time and date.

Watch for my Friday Blog Posts now through the summer highlighting “Things to do this weekend”.

Check out my Corporate Web Site: www.elliman.com/egiordano

Check out my Blog: http://northfork.patch.com/blogs/north-fork-realtor

Tel: 631 298 6131

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