News and Updates February 9, 2018

Should real estate fear the stock market tumble? The impact may be more psychological than material, and when confidence is shaken, we turn to the stability of housing. More Stock Drop: Economy Still Strong, NAR Says Chief Economist Lawrence Yun says the stock market's two-day tumble should have little effect on housing demand because the economy is expanding, jobs are plentiful for most Americans, and the demand for buying a home is robust in much of the More

CTR Capitol Conversations Senate Majority Leader REALTOR Bob Duff

Realtor.com Traffic Climbs 14% Chief executive says company is pushing for listing dominance in the New York market. “There is an ongoing drive to increase the profile of realtor.com as we have the highest consumer engagement and highest ROI for agents and brokers based on our latest metrics,” said News Corp Chief Executive Robert Thomson in the earnings conference call. “We’re also making a concerted push in the New York market with an emphasis on having the most extensive listings" . Read The Full Article

New York REALTORS aim to launch comprehensive regional listing service Plan would merge two of the largest MLSs in the Empire State into one. More t Link

Tips & Tools to Help Your Business

6 simple ways to boost your listing’s curb appeal An attractive exterior can make or break a sale Read More

10 hidden Facebook features all real estate agents should know Are you a power-user, casual browser or self-effacing noob? No matter your level of social media expertise, you’ll want to READ THIS

February / March 2018 CE Classes

February 15th , Thursday 1 - 4pm Ridgefield Library Contracts ,  Larry Riefberg, Instructor February 22nd , Thursday 10am - 1pm Ridgefield Library Fair Housing  (Mandatory) ,  Terry Hastings, Instructor February 28th , Wednesday 10am - 1pm Ridgefield Library The Home from Top to Bottom ,   Bob Kneen,  Pilar to Post, Instructor March 5th , Monday 10am - 1pm Ridgefield Library The Un-Sick House ,   Bob Kneen,  Pilar to Post, Instructor March 14th , Thursday 10am - 1pm Ridgefield Library Fair Housing  (Mandatory) ,  Terry Hastings, Instructor Register Reminder: If you are a dually licensed agent in NY & CT you must take CE that is CT specific and certified for CT. Make sure if you have taken a class in NY it gives CE credit in CT and you receive a certificate for CT.

Welcome New Ridgefield REALTORS

Judy Farneti: William Raveis Mark Giumarra: Keller Williams Thomas Savoca: BHHS NE Stephen Viggiano: William Pitt SIR

Candice Fuller: Keller Williams Katarzyna Sharbaugh:Keller Williams Silvano Senzamici: Keller Williams Andy Walbert: Keller Williams

Local News

Grand List: Revaluation shows stable market By  Macklin K. Reid  on February 8, 2018, Ridgefield Press Now worth over $4.8 billion, the town’s taxable property — real estate, motor vehicles and business equipment — has increased a modest $25 million in value. The five-year revaluation completed this week pegged the town’s new grand list at $4,812,004,832, compared to last year’s figure of $4,787,140,214 — up $24,864,618. Read Full Article

Local Events

2018 Banking Panel Thursday, February 15, 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM Michael's at the Grove in Bethel  A lively panel discussion about changes to the banking industry and how they will affect your clients in 2018! Registration & Networking from 11:30-12:00. Buffet Lunch with dessert. Register

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