Luke reviewed the purpose of SWMAR, which includes being an advocate for realtors, providing education, offering training, and ensuring oversight. He provided a review of recent national trends and then presented some local statistics. One interesting statistic is that the median age for a first-time home buyer is 38 years old, much higher than in previous years.
Last Updated: August 26, 2025 by kiwanisjay
Luke Jeffries, CEO of Southwest Michigan Realtors Association (SWMAR)
Luke reviewed the purpose of SWMAR, which includes being an advocate for realtors, providing education, offering training, and ensuring oversight. He provided a review of recent national trends and then presented some local statistics. One interesting statistic is that the median age for a first-time home buyer is 38 years old, much higher than in previous years.
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