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WSJ: What Your Zip Code Says About What You’ll Buy

The Wall Street Journal came out with an incredible post that breaks down consumer purchasing power based by zip code.  Topics ranged from “Dorms to Diplomas,” (college grads) to “Las Casas” (newly immigrated/1st generation American communities), and so on.  Click the link and see if you fall into your zip code’s stereotype.

Also keep in mind that this information is what large internet providers send out to marketers.  Those ads for the shoes you have been eyeing undoubtedly were influenced on where you click your mouse throughout the day.

Click here for a more in-depth look and a direct link to the Esri site.

@Grecobs

Life of a New York City Realtor

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The glitz and glamour that is often associated with the world of New York City real estate is something that draws thousands into the industry each year.  The funny thing about New York is that not everything is as it seems.  I have found that this city is 100% built on raw talent.  Sure your well-connected parents can get you a job, but it is your job to learn the traits, network, and excel.  The true innovators in this city are aggressive, fierce, and not afraid to speak their mind.  Nowhere else do these statements hold more accurate than in the world of residential real estate.  This is not a business for the light-hearted, easy-going, average Joe.  You have to be willing to send emails at all hours of the day, scavenge, and flat out work.

Many fall into this industry because they see the potential for fast cash.  While that may be true, especially during the summer month’s, the true leaders in this industry have tried and true methods that have landed them listings upwards of $100 million.  This blog is a daily journal of my accounts in real estate.  I try to be as “real” as possible, something that is very easy to get lost in when talking about real estate.  I will put the struggles I have as a realtor, the struggles my clients have as renters, buyers, sellers, and investors, and will also spotlight neighborhoods, cool articles, and trends happening in the city.  Feel free to tag, post, like, share, or suggest anything you feel should be on this blog.  We are connected 24/7 with the Internet always at our fingertips, be sure to let me know what you think!

And remember, a referral is the greatest compliment anyone working in real estate can receive!