Friends and associates!

Can you believe that summer is almost officially gone? Of course, here in San Francisco, we are coming into the months of September and October where we get our best weather. This is because the fog usually leaves us when temperatures inland start to decline during Fall.

Last week we attended the Coldwell Banker Elite Retreat in Chicago where the best agents from all over the country meet for 4 days to discuss the state of their markets, to learn about new trends and technology and to share marketing ideas with each other. What we learned from these other Realtors is that, though the market is definitely slowing down, prices are not dropping in the luxury market. The most hurt by this slowdown in the mid-range homes. Comments we heard were, "We've reached a more normal market."

Coming up in November is the National Association of Realtors Conference in New Orleans where we will again meet with Realtors, not just from Coldwell Banker, but from all brokerages around the world to whom we can refer friends and family in other areas. Because of our participation, these events have been a great referral network for us and our clients. If you or someone you know needs to buy or sell property in San Francisco or another area of the country, keep us in mind. We know a lot of great, reliable agents! In return for the lead, we'll give you a chance to win our Rewards for RE-ferrals contest.

• If you are a seller NOW is the time you need an agent who is experienced with ALL types of markets and knows how to get your property SOLD! 
• If you are a buyer you need someone in your corner who knows how to talk to sellers during this changing market to get you the home you desire at the price you want! 

In closing, we'd like to thank those of you who helped us sponsor Habitat for Humanity. This year was a tremendous success.