According to the recently published Metlife Mature Market Institute’s Housing for the 55+ Market Report, even though most Baby Boomers are choosing to “age in place,” an estimated 1.2 million households are deciding to move to active adult communities and other housing developments that meet their needs. The NAHB says by 2010 the Boomers will represent a quarter of the population, which will significantly impact the available housing market.
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Amidst one of the greatest economic downturn periods in years, Saluda River Club is emerging as a standout and leader in the South Carolina real estate market. Having sold over $ 12.5 million in properties, Saluda River Club is continuing to set the standard for residential living in Lexington.
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First-time homebuyers now have even more incentive to buy, as HUD Secretary Shaun Donovan announced Tuesday a plan that allows first-time buyers using FHA loans to apply the $8,000 federal first-time buyer tax credit to their down payment.
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Sabal Homes is listed at number 344 on the top 400 Builder Report published by Professional Builder magazine.
Sabal Homes is a five your old building firm headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina and is known for their high level of customer service and quality of construction. You can visit them at www.sabalhomessc.com.
Bank of America is presenting Money & Main Street on CNN May 14 at 8:00 pm. Looks like a great program. CNN’s Cooper and Ali Velshi join everyday Americans to dicuss how to navigate in today’s economy.
You can get more info here – cnn.com/moneyandmainstreet
Jim Chapman Communities was awarded two silver awards by the 2009 Best of 50+ Housing Awards. Brookhaven at Johns Creek won for Best Detached Home over 2000 square feet and Brookhaven at East Cobb won for Best Active Adult Community up to 500 homes. Visit www.jimchapmancommunities.com.
The 2009 Boomers and Beyond Conference was awesome. All of the information shared by the industry’s top professionals was fantastic and timely. Looking forward to next year’s conference in San Diego.
