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Omega Builders Sales Activity Robust in 2012

Residential on the Rise - Commercial Follows

Local Homes Sales Update

Community Involvement

Market Expectations

Well Connected Success

Comments from the CEO

“The company is growing and we’re busier

than last year,” says Sales Manager, Rachel

White

Year to date, sales at Omega Builders has in-

creased 11.1%. The most notable increase was

for May home sales and new contract activity,

up over 40% from last year.

In anticipation of further growth, Omega has

hired three new employees, including a new

Construction Manager, an additional Design

Consultant and a Marketing Coordinator.

For more information, visit us online -

www.OmegaBuilders.com/news

Just look around. There’s a new HEB Plus!, a

movie theater, new gas stations, new medi-

cal centers, new restaurants, new stores—

not to mention a lot of new residential de-

velopment. The past six months alone have

rendered significant local construction activ-

more people are looking at home own-

ership as an opportunity. A quick sur-

vey of local Realtors reveals that

there’s also a noted up-tick in home

buyer activity. People are noticing that

Temple and Belton are buzzing with

about it. True, we’re involved in it everyday,

and we’re incredibly passionate about what

we do. But the growth is real. And it’s hap-

pening now.

We’ve noticed a cautious optimism among

our clients. They are asking about the health

of the area, but not in the skeptical light.

And since interest rates are at historic lows,

steady recovery.

These are all positive signals in our local

market. They are indicative of pent-up

demand and the mechanisms of growth

that builds upon itself to create a new

cycle. It is a very exciting time, indeed.

- Kristin Savage, Editor

ity. The fact is that con-

struction would not occur

without growth in other

areas.

When preparing for this

issue, we decided to high-

light the growth of the

local real estate market

because we’re excited

both new construction

and redevelopment pro-

jects. And those that are

not involved want a

piece of it.

Dig a little further and

you will find sales figures

and other economic

data, indicative of a

“As residential develop-

ment increases, other

commercial develop-

ments follow to support

the population growth

and demand for additional

products and services.”

real Quarterly Insight into the Local Real Estate Market—Issue 1

Temple & Belton, TX

Announcing!

Support

Businesses can harness the power of their

networks to raise money for the community.

This can provide much needed support for

school programs, local not-for-profits and

fundraising events, such as the Relay for Life,

or other programs.

Connected

It’s said that small business

drives the growth of this

country. Let’s remember that

people run those businesses!

Being involved in the commu-

nity and representing your

business shows good will

Real Trends >>>

Temple & Belton is Growing Faster than Texas Home sales in the Temple-Belton area are up 20% year to date, outpacing Texas by roughly

10%. Temple-Belton is also growing faster than many other major metropolitan areas, such

as Austin, Dallas and Houston!

Omega Builders celebrated it’s success

at the Parade of Homes by hosting a

Facebook iPad3 Giveaway.

Congratulations Mr. Ron Bourland!

Lisa Comeau has been

working with Relay for Life

for the past four years. As

a co-chair, she knows the

value of doing good for

the community.

Omega Builders showcased the newly

redesigned Cypress floor plan at our new

Northcliffe neighborhood in Belton, TX.

Over 1,000 people stopped by to view the

beautifully decorated home and discover

new trends in the housing industry!

For more information go to

www.OmegaBuilders.com/cypress

Facebook.com/OmegaBuilders

Temple-Belton has a lot to brag about lately. The local real estate market is humming along.

Sales are up and inventory is down (fewer homes are available). As a result, home prices are

creeping back up. The median price was $125,300 in April, which represents an 8% increase

from over a year ago. This outpaced the

growth in nearby areas, yet the affordability

index for Temple-Belton is better than Texas,

and the U.S.

Notably, the average home price is much

higher - at $141,400. This means that the

high-end home market is doing well, too

(skewing the average home price higher). So

the area is not only affordable, but desirable

among the affluent.

Data Source: Texas A&M Real Estate Center

Our Community >>>

Importance of Local Business Supporting the Community

towards others. It’s not all about the

bottom line. It’s a networking opportunity

and allows you to connect with your clients

outside the office. By getting to “know your

neighbors” on a personal level, you can

serve your community like never before.

Get Involved

Find a cause and get out there! You would be

amazed at how much good an extra hour a week

can do for a local organization—and for yourself.

Whether it is working with a local not-for-profit, a

church, a national fundraising event, or volunteer-

ing with kids, it all matters. Get your business

involved and learn about the ways you can sup-

port your community outside of the office!

Contributor: Lisa Comeau, New Home Consultant

(254) 307-8981

Photo: TABA website

Selling Success - Using Social Media

Introducing >>>

Key Point >> Make sure that everyone you know is

aware that you are selling your home

— friends, family, co-workers and

neighbors! They may know someone

who wants to move into the area and

can send them your way.

Potential home buyers who need to sell their existing homes before they can

upgrade to a newer, bigger home for their growing family are meeting the

challenge by using their networks.

Top Home Selling Tips from Local Realtors!

De-clutter the home as much as possible. Take down personal photos to make it easier for a potential buyer to see them-selves in the home. Or if you can, move out early!

Re-paint! Neutral colors are best.

Improve curb appeal by cleaning up the yard and adding land-scaping. It’s amazing what a few plants will do!

We hear it all the time: “I need to sell my

home before I can buy a new one…”

Home sellers try everything to make

their home more appealing, hoping it

will sell faster. Sometimes home sellers

find themselves stuck jumping through

hoops to make a buyer happy. Of course,

having an active Realtor can make the

world of difference. But what if the

Seller was well connected, too?

Get creative. Spread the word to your

networks on Facebook and LinkedIn with

links to the MLS listing. Share pictures of

your home on Pinterest. A little extra

effort goes a long way– and it’s Free!

Harnessing social media is not an end-

all. Face-to-face networking is important

too! It’s not just your Realtor’s job!

Make sure that everyone you know is

aware that you are selling your home—

friends, family co-workers and neigh-

bors! They may know someone who

wants to move into the area and can

send them your way!

Share your tips with us on Facebook!

Facebook.com/omegabuilders

Temple Chamber of Commerce 2 N. 5th, Temple TX

Networking Breakfast

Wednesday, July 11, 2012 6:45am - 8:00am Complementary breakfast provided. Registration not required! Bring busi-ness cards!

New Member Mixer

Tuesday, July 24, 2012 4:30pm - 6:00pm 2 N. 5th, Temple TX Bring business cards and meet other business owners!

Contributor: Haley Browder

New Home Consultant, (254) 307-8983

Omega Builders welcomes Anyce Naegele as our

New Home Consultant, servicing the Wyndham Hill

and Valley Ranch communities in Temple, TX.

Anyce can be found at the

Wyndham Hill Model Home

5916 Alexandria Drive, Temple TX

Ph: (254) 307-8982 Email: Anyce.Naegele@omegabuuilders.com

Grow Your Network

Anyce Naegele

Finding An Agent That’s Right For You

Directors John Howe, Rachel White

Managing Editor Kristin Savage

Contributors Lisa Comeau, Haley Browder

Graphic Artist Kristin Savage

In collaboration with Gretchen Allen

7353 West Adams Avenue

Temple, TX 76502

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From the Desk of the CEO -

Omega Builders has been building homes for more than four decades and during

this time, we have seen a lot of change. Temple and Belton is growing to meet the

needs of a maturing community, as well as the changing dynamics of families. Ome-

ga is here to establish the benchmark of expectations by maintaining high value at a

reasonable price. We’ve adapted and outperformed during the recession - and be-

cause of it, we are more efficient and offer more value than ever before. This has put

us in a very competitive position and we are poised to serve our community, for

another 50 years to come.

- John Howe, CEO of Omega Builders

thoughts... final

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