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ARE PEOPLE MORE APT TO MAKE A BIG MOVE NOW?

YES!

Why? ERA Real Estate / HGTV survey reveals an appetite for exciting opportunities and experiences.

Where? ERA Brokers help uncover great moves to consider.

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WHY? RENEWED INTEREST IN RELOCATING

U.S. unemployment is declining . Real estate values are improving. According to U.S. Census data, “migration” is on the rise. The

number of people who moved out of state or region in 2012 increased 6% over 2011.

ERA Real Estate brokers are citing an increased interest in self-directed relocation.

A recent ERA Real Estate survey of HGTV.com Consumers found that in in 3 Americans would consider moving to another state in 1-2 years.

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WHERE? BUT WHERE WOULD YOU MOVE IF YOU RELOCATED?

ERA REAL ESTATE IDENTIFIED 4 UNDER-THE-RADAR RELOCATION MARKETS

TO CONSIDER . . .

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THE VILLAGES, SUMTER COUNTY, FLORIDA

At The Villages, you’re not just buying a home, you’re buying a lifestyle. Broker Gus Grizzard of ERA Tom Grizzard, Inc. is seeing internet inquiries about the area increase 30%, likely due to:

Great weather and beautiful scenery adds to the allure of The Villages and the average sale price - $206,000 YTD – is right.

Attractive cost of living Highly sought after schools Civic club with activities to suit a variety of interests Golf amenities 3 separate town squares with nightly entertainment

Image courtesy of Sumter County Chamber of Commerce.

SUGAR LAND / FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS

Broker Joe Benes of ERA Benes Realty is seeing an uptick in relocation to Sugar Land / Fort Bend County due to economic development and:

Beautiful weather and numerous cultural opportunities makes Sugar Land / Fort Bend County a great place to live.

Job opportunity, because Fort Bend is a suburb of Houston

The cost of housing is below the national average Amenities such as minor league baseball, fresh

water lakes, golf, nightlife Proximity to beaches – only 50 miles from the Gulf

Coast Good school system

Image courtesy of Sugar Land Town Square.

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STATESBORO, GEORGIA

According to Broker Patricia Hirsch of ERA Landmark Realty, Statesboro is a very progressive area with various financial and lifestyle benefits, such as:

This home in Statesboro is listed for $245,000 – a bargain for a large yard and nice weather. And there are more bargains to be had - the average sale price is $151, 330 YTD.

Low taxes and affordable housing Georgia Southern University is located in town and

creates job opportunities, offers sporting events and provides performing arts shows

Residents can enjoy nearby coastal areas without the threat of severe weather (i.e. hurricanes) at home – Savannah is 50 miles away and Jacksonville, Fla. is a two hour drive

Great schools, strong university system, etc.

Image courtesy of ERA Landmark Realty.

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HAYS COUNTY, TEXAS

According to relocation director Brenda Wall of ERA Colonial Real Estate, Hays County has an abundance of positive reasons for people to relocate to the area:

In Hays County, you can live just outside the city limits and still enjoy a beautiful yard. The average sale price of a home is $283,179 YTD.

You can still get a nice home at a decent price Great, year-round weather It’s part of the Greater Metro Area – job opportunity,

close commute, nightlife and culture offerings Plenty of open green space, lakes and rivers for

people to enjoy recreation Many musical festivities including the nearby Austin

City Limits Music Festival (Austin is the music capital of the world)

Image courtesy of ERA Colonia Real Estate.

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ERA REAL ESTATE’S 2013 RELOCATION FINDINGS HAVE BEEN FEATURED IN THE NEWS RECENTLY, INCLUDING:

• MARKET WATCH

• REAL ESTATE ECONOMY WATCH

• HOUSING WIRE

• LOCAL NBC AFFILIATES

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READ MORE RELOCATION INSIGHTS FROM ERA REAL ESTATE:

• LOOK FOR OUR RETHINKING RELOCATION – 2013

DRIVERS: OUT OF MARKET MOVES DECK ON SLIDE SHARE

• REVIEW OUR RELOCATION INFO-GRAPHIC, CLICK HERE

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