Pedal to Properties, Northampton Style
Snow is still flying in Northampton, Mass., but it is not stopping our newest franchisee, Craig Della Penna, from planting some signs on properties in Pioneer Valley now. Craig will be opening near a local transit station – grand opening is set for National Bike to Work Day in May – and will begin local tours on his soon-to-arrive Pedal to Properties cruiser bikes when the snow clears.
EcoBroker Relationship Grows
Pedal to Properties is now a sponsor of EcoBroker, a green designation for progressive realtors that are interested in working with clients on green issues. Pedal to Properties will host EcoBroker certification courses at its offices, and actively promote the EcoBroker designation with its Realtors, most of which are now certified as EcoBroker agents. Almost 6,000 agents nationwide are certified by EcoBroker, and Pedal to Properties is excited to participate in expanding this number.
Webinar Results
As part of his 2010 Innovation Webinar Series, PCMS Consulting President Jose Perez hosted a thought-provoking conversation with members of Pedal to Properties and Bikes Belong, the nation’s leading bicycle advocacy group, about changing demographic trends, changing consumer and real estate agent expectations and more. If you’d like to watch the webinar, click here.
Real Estate and Cycling, Interesting Facts
If you are interested in cycling, walking or livable community issues – and real estate – you’ll find these facts of interest. A cyclist’s media income is $62,500 versus $46,000 for the average American. Next, homes near bicycle or walking trails sell faster and at higher prices, according to the National Association of Realtors. In fact, realtors cite trails as the second most important community amenity to buyers. Finally, retail bike sales were up 73% in 2008. Connecting these dots, if you are looking to reach affluent home buyers and a growing trend in the U.S., give our Pedal to Properties franchise team a call.
Florida Realtor Covers Pedal to Properties
The Florida Association of Realtors thinks Pedal to Properties makes sense. Check out this article from a recent issue of Florida Realtor Magazine.
Best,
Tim
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