2012. This is It! The year to make all your Real Estate Resolutions a reality.

With even the most conservative forecasts calling for growth in home sales in 2012 and some select markets around the nation already hitting the ground running with competitive offers on new listings, 2012 is looking good! December 2011 shaped up to be one of our top months of the year based on pending sale activity and it hasn’t slowed a bit!

Buyers! The Affordability Index is at an all-time high with historically low interest rates. It’s still a Buyer’s Market…where will you be living when it’s not?

Sellers! Now is the time to make that move up or down! Make it happen with the “Butler Advantage” and proven track record of success.

Put Experience and Exuberance on your team in 2012…With over 64 years of combined experience, Greg, Sunny, Bret and Lisa incorporate a time-honored approach to real estate with the demands of an evolving technologically advanced marketplace to ensure the best representation for one of your most important investments.

Whether Buyer or Selling, let our knowledge, expertise and caring first-class service go to work for you! Call us today to learn more about the “Butler Advantage” and how we can help you achieve your 2012 real estate resolutions.

Now is the time! Yes, amidst the holiday preparations and spending time with family and friends…it’s the time to finally start making your move in today’s real estate market. With interest rates at historic lows and the affordability index at an all time high, there has never been a better time to think about that dream home or lifestyle move. With over 30 years of experience in your market, we know how to make your dreams come true. We will be with you every step of the way to ensure that you net the most from your current home and negotiate the very best deal on the next. Let’s meet and discuss the Butler Advantage and what it can do for you.

As we reflect on 2011, we are appreciative of our community and the beautiful area we call home. We turn our hearts gratefully to those who have made our progress possible over the past year. It is in this spirit that we say simply but sincerely, thank you and happy holidays from our family to yours.

Sincerely,

The Butler Family

Butler & Butler and Windermere B/C is pleased to announce that its own, Bret Butler, has been nominated as a Finalist for this year’s Realtor Magazine’s ’30 Under 30′ campaign which honors the top 30 agents under 30 years old in the nation!

“Over the past 10 years we have watched the younger generation of Realtors respond to the evolving needs of home buyers, sellers and investors in today’s dynamic real estate environment,” said National Association of Realtors President Vicki Golder. “…these Realtors bring fresh perspectives to the industry while working diligently to advance the future of real estate.”

“By integrating new media with old-school touches the ‘30 Under 30’ honorees have learned to connect with clients on a new level.”

In today’s challenging real estate market, Bret has set the bar high. Through his hard work, dedication, high standards, moral compass, and number 1 rule, “putting his client first,” Bret has already become the top selling agent in his area. Personally generating $10.3 million dollars in volume, contributing to the team volume of nearly $35 million in 2010, Bret has proven his dedication to his career and industry. He has been described by his past clients as professional, responsible, knowledgeable, patient, responsive, proactive, a fierce negotiator, and most importantly, he is highly recommended.

Butler & Butler is proud to have one of its own recognized by Realtor Magazine and would greatly appreciate your support for our Partner, Bret Butler, to help him achieve this great accolade. You may vote by visiting the following website:

http://www.realtor.org/rmonews_and_commentary/30Under30/2011/3030_2011_butler_bret

For more information about Bret Butler and our services, please visit our website: www.bretbutler.com

We love this time of year! Our days are longer, the sunshine is peaking its way through, the daffodils are blooming and for us in real estate, that means the winter hibernation is over!  The spring market, also fondly referred to here in the Northwest as the “selling season,” is in full swing and we are already seeing great activity out there and even have a couple recent success stories.

We just listed a gorgeous million dollar estate in the Reintree area of Woodinville last week and SOLD it in 3 DAYS! Similarly, our stunning listing in Paradise Lake Estates recently just Sold in 2 DAYS!  The “spring thaw” is in full effect.

Realtor Magazine just came out with an article pinpointing 3 very encouraging signs despite the challenging times we’ve all been experiencing:

- Pending home sales have seen the fifth monthly gain in 6 months

- They anticipate 5.3 million sales this year

- Consumer confidence is UP, reaching levels we haven’t seen since this time last year

The Time is Now! Butler & Butler is busy at work, helping buyers reach their dreams of home ownership and sellers maximize their profitability through our time-honored strategic marketing approach. Let our 33 years of experience and innovative marketing approach go to work for you!