Could the Year of the Pig Prove Lucky for Real Estate?

As the Chinese New Year ushers in 2019 as the Year of the Pig, there are strong signs that point to this year as a time of good fortune and blessings. Could you put it to work for you in real estate? The 12th symbol of the Chinese zodiac calendar, the pig is said to be a symbol of wealth, and Chinese astrologists suggest that 2019 may be a great year to invest and possibly make some money. For those born in the Year of the Pig — 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007 and 2019 — this is your year! But even if you weren’t born in the Year of the Pig, you can still put all those positive characteristics to work for you when it comes to buying or selling a home.

OPTIMISTIC OUTLOOK
It is difficult to find another zodiac sign with as much optimism and positivity as the pig. Even with slowing home sales, economic growth remains solid and the Federal Reserve is holding off on any interest rate increases – making 2019 very inviting to first-time homebuyers, downsizers or current homeowners searching for an upgrade. Pigs are known to attract success — so set those priorities and get to work!

SEIZE OPPORTUNITY
It is said that those born in the Year of the Pig will have good luck in investment; now may be the time to pounce on a property while everyone else is stuck on pause. Inventory is bouncing backand more homes are within an affordable reach. Get to work now, rather than waiting until late March when the selling season typically kicks off, and you might just give yourself an edge.

PRACTICE PATIENCE
Additional positives for the pig: patience and tolerance. Searching for a new house or putting up a beloved home for sale requires calm and endurance. Stay the course.

SYMBOLS OF LUCK
Add a little luck to the mix by embracing feng shui in the Year of the Pig. Take note of the lucky numbers of the pig year: 4, 6 and 8. Insert a lucky pig color into your home staging – choose from yellow, gray, brown and golden. Look for homes that are facing the lucky directions, set your sights on southeast and northwest.

Think you’re ready to hit the housing market? Call Sharon Gidley at 847-812-5081

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