News: Northern New England
Posted: February 4, 2022
NH CIBOR president's message - Stay involved: It is important for you and your business - by Scott Forte
The first month of 2022 is officially behind us. While there was some negative movement in the stock market, the real estate market is still going strong. Going forward in 2022 investors may be looking to divest funds from the traditional stock market and re-invest into hard real estate assets. With interest rates and inventory still at all time lows, and demand at an all time high, we still are seeing stability in the market.
It’s important for all Americans to stay involved in what is going on politically. There are a number of bills that are currently being reviewed that could impact the real estate market. Our public policy committee and NHAR are keeping their finger on the pulse. Don’t let their hard work turn into white noise and pass you by. Please take the 60 seconds it takes to review the information they have gathered and analyzed for us. Some emails you see will have a simple Call-To-Action allowing you, with one click, to email your elected officials. We thank the public policy committee for the tireless work they do for us and the real estate industry.
NH CIBOR is a leading voice locally, at state level and nationally. Our views and voices are respected by our peers across the country, our elected officials, and throughout the Realtor organization. If you would like to get more involved in shaping the future of the industry, please do not hesitate to reach out to myself, any CIBOR board member, or any committee member.
CIBOR Cares continues it’s benevolence and community support. If you know an organization who needs help please let us know. There is a donation request form available at: https://www.nhcibor.com/advocacy/nhciborcares. As always, if you can support CIBOR Cares, please consider a tax-deductible donation.
For the first time ever we are happy to be hosting a golf scramble. The course will be Breakfast Hill Golf Club on June 20th. This is a great opportunity to connect with your colleagues, industry partners, and spice up the day with a little competition. Put together a foursome and sign up today. There are still various sponsorship opportunities available. Like all CIBOR events, the proceeds will be put towards a great cause.
If golf is not your thing, there are many other events you can attend. For the latest list of events please visit: https://www.nhcibor.com/events/
Connect with us, your peers, and industry partners on social media:
Linkedin networking: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8826285/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-england-commercial-property-exchange/
My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottforte/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/New-England-Commercial-Property-Exchange-345860156430/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/NECPE2
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newenglandcpe/
Scott Forte is the 2022 president of the NH Commercial Investment Board of Realtors, Bedford and is a commercial Realtor with Century 21 North East, Salem, N.H.
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