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Our Real Estate Market Summer in the new spring

Page 2 Elevate your dishes with select cheeses

Page 3 Attack Kitchen clutter with these Tips

Page 4 What sets the Beechler Realty Group apart from the rest?

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Housing Market Update – June 2020Our Real Estate Market Summer in the new spring

by Tom Beechler

In just the last month we’ve seen several amazing things in the general economic conditions of the country that are breathtaking. As I

predicted last month, there was no Spring Spike but now we are seeing a true Summer Spike in home sales. The dramatic social and political events throughout the entire country almost miraculously have not impeded real estate. So many folks with pent-up needs to relocate are moving forward as this very tough, insecure historical episode begins to open-up and return to February buy-sell preparations.

The silver lining in the midst of the tumultuous pandemic cloud is something we have awaited four long months. While there has been much uncertainty, even doom-saying, about the economy in the face of the drastic, unprecedented lock-down, we now see the daffodils springing up everywhere. As I mentioned last month, even though listings were greatly reduced, sale prices were increasing, and by significant amounts. Homes sold in a matter of days, and often over list price and often with multiple offers. Now that we are far more agile, homes have entered the marketplace and Days on Market are now a better-than-normal 54 days in Port Orange. Zillow, Redfin, and Realtor.com all correctly peg us as a Hot Market with balanced inventory.

This is truly an unprecedented economic whiplash ride because the causes of the dramatic shifts were artificial, not organic. Now we have solid economic reports that give us cause for true optimism. Wall Street has broken all comeback records in history. All the major indices are on the

march toward pre-Corona levels, and that is just outstanding for more than one reason. On the micro or personal level, those of us with 401-K retirement plans are grinning widely as we see our portfolios increase in value day after day. On the macro level we have learned over the decades that the stock market is a “leading indicator” of the economy. That is, it’s one of the very first signs of improvement or decline, and it comes ahead of other indicators. It will likely continue bouncing back and forth, but the trajectory is solidly upward.

Other indicators are now coming into focus and are very strong. Unemployment, while still unsustainably high, is coming down much faster than any of the analysts predicted. The wonderful news is that this shows businesses are opening at a good clip and hiring back their former employees. Those “lost jobs” were mostly “jobs on hold”. Within employment stats we also learn that minority job numbers are returning and heading toward pre-virus record heights.

Perhaps the biggest surprise has been how strong the manufacturing sector is. Making things is the backbone of any strong economy, and after all of the amazing achievements of the last 3-1/2 years in bringing manufacturing back to America, it’s

great to see that the pandemic has not permanently damaged such progress. As most states have opened restaurants and hotels, those vital service industries are coming back to life although at a conservative pace due to seating and distancing restrictions. The airline industry is perhaps the hardest hit and the biggest victim. From what seemed like death’s door, however, most airlines are slowly improving and even the biggest aircraft manufacturer, Boeing, is having a renaissance.

I’ve saved the best for last, our real estate market. My team and I are working with sellers and buyers, and both sides are awfully happy. Prices are up for sellers, and buyers are grateful there are more listings to give them a chance to find just the right home. Interest rates are at record lows and on June 10th Chairman Powell of the Fed announced that rates will not be rising. We still have no inflation, although that could be coming in the third or fourth quarters.

Right now, today, is the ideal time to list your home. The Spring Spike couldn’t happen, so we’re now in the midst of the Summer Spike! We have plenty of buyers, prequalified, anxious, ready to move. All indications are that school will be in session in the Fall, so many young families are highly motivated to make things happen quickly. Moreover, almost everyone’s aware of the innovations in showing methods and document transmissions through secure email servers to bring the sale to completion.

If you have any specific questions about your personal financial situation, reach out. Our team is here to help, free of charge. It is important that we all make informed decisions at this time and have a sound financial strategy. Be well! ■

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t a time when you may be craving comfort food more than ever, specialty

cheeses make it easy to bring a little more indulgence - and a lot of flavor - to your home-cooked meals and snacks. Simply switching to different varieties, such as a buttery havarti or a sharp blue cheese, can easily elevate your go-to dishes.

Everyday comfort foods like macaroni and cheese, omelets, grilled cheese sandwiches and burgers, can benefit from the marvelous meltiness of havarti or a tangy kick of blue.

Both cheeses are ideal to add to classic comfort foods, according to Katlin Sautner, New Product Development Manager Castello Cheese. “Havarti is a sliceable cheese with a creamy body that’s mild enough to suit

all palates, making it a great choice for the entire family. And while you may be intimidated or even skeptical of the boldness of blue cheese, its unique nutty taste adds more flavor and creaminess to every bite.”

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LEAVING HOMEHere are some tips for

incorporating cheese varieties into your meals, along with some cheese pairing ideas for comfort-food snacking.

MAC AND CHEESE:A favorite among all ages,

homemade mac & cheese spells comfort food like no other and requires little effort in the kitchen. Havarti cheese is the perfect

selection to achieve ultimate creaminess. And, for a truly indulgent meal, try a version made with lobster.

CHEESE OMELET:Cheesy omelet recipes give

a lovely texture to a time-honored, protein-rich breakfast treat; and topping with shredded creamy Havarti adds just a hint of tanginess. Add a salad, and it becomes a simple, flavorful dinner, too.

BLUE CHEESE BLOODYMARY BURGER:

What’s better than burgers on the grill? Give an old standard an extra kick with a burger recipe using ketchup made with Bloody Mary mix, horseradish, celery seeds and pepper, topped with

onion and crumbled blue cheese that packs a bold punch.

BUFFALO HOT WINGS WITH BLUE CHEESE DIP:A true classic pairing, a

decadent recipe uses traditional Danish blue cheese to take a bar snack favorite to an at-home dining experience. Crumble blue cheese in a bowl with mayonnaise, crème fraiche with a light topping of salt, pepper and honey, and voila! It’s joy in every savory bite.

CHEESE PAIRINGS TO EXPLORE:

Looking for something new to nibble on throughout the day? Castello cheeses easily lend themselves to grazing and snacking, and both Castello havarti and blue cheeses are available in multiple flavorful varieties. For example, havarti dill cheese pairs well with cut vegetables, while blue cheese, with its sharper tones, pairs beautifully with apples, pears, and another ultimate comfort food: dark chocolate.

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AELEVATE COMFORT FOODS WITH HAVARTI AND BLUE CHEESES

organizing

by Kathryn Weber

T he kitchen is the busiest room in the house, the most used and the one

room that everyone interacts with every day. It’s also the room that is often the most cluttered.

Because there’s usually more horizontal space, lots of things find their way onto the counters until the surface almost disappears. If that describes your kitchen, you’ll be glad to know you can make a counter attack that will declutter your kitchen and make it seem larger.

CLEAR THE WINDOWSILL OR SINK COUNTER

If you have a kitchen window or a counter above the sink, you know that this spot attracts all manner of flotsam and jetsam from jewelry to hand lotion, twist ties and rubber bands, medicine bottles

and small tchotchkes. Clean this off for a clear view.

PUT AWAY CAN OPENERSUnless you open multiple cans

a day, this appliance doesn’t need to be on the counter and can be placed in a cabinet. Or, you can ditch this appliance altogether and get a good quality hand-turned can opener.

STORE THE MIXER ANDFOOD PROCESSOR

These appliances are mostly used on an occasional basis, so clearing them off the counter will give you lots of space and a clean, uncluttered look.

CONSIDER STORING TOASTER AND COFFEE MAKER IF UNUSED REGULARLY

There are some hardcore counter clutter enthusiasts who say all counters should be completely

clear, but if you make coffee or toast frequently during the week, taking these appliances in and out of cabinets is cumbersome. Leave these on the counter if you use them four or more times a week.

DESIGNATE A SPOT FOR MAIL

Counters collect homework, bills, pizza flyers and the like. Create a mail spot in your home near the front door to handle all the mail. Or, try hanging wall pockets on a door or inside the pantry to get the visual clutter confined to a home and off the counters.

ROUND UP THE ELECTRIC CORDS

The kitchen counter has also become the central location for charging cellphones and tablets. It’s important to get these items up and off the counters, because

liquids could inadvertently get the electronics wet. The Adorne modular under-cabinet system is an electric track system that has multiple plugs and cradles to hold cellphones and tablets while they charge(www.legrand.us/adorne).

ORGANIZE THE PANTRYAND DRAWERS

One reason counters collect things is because there isn’t enough organization elsewhere. That means that some items are missing a “home.” For example, prescription pill bottles and other types of medicine often pile up on counters. Use small, shallow baskets to hold them and store in a drawer or a designated cabinet/pantry shelf. ■

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