by Ron | Jun 13, 2011 | AARC in the News, Affluence Research, Home Purchases & Remodeling, Vacation Homes, Vacations
This is an article from Sherpa Report The Guide to Shared Luxury Property by Nick Copley (http://www.sherpareport.com/destination-clubs/increasing-interest-shared-vacation-home-0611.html). The article highlights AARC’s latest research on familiarity and interest...
by Ron | Apr 26, 2011 | Affluence Research, Cruises, Entertainment & Recreation, Fine Jewelry & Watches, Home Entertainment Equipment, Home Furniture & Furnishings, Home Purchases & Remodeling, Luxury Market & Goods, Press Releases, Restaurants & Dining, Travel, Vacation Homes, Vacations
In contrast to the March general Consumer Confidence Index of The Conference Board, which fell over 10% to the low levels last seen in Fall 2010, the affluent, who account for about half of all consumer spending, report a better outlook for the economy and their...
by Ron | Feb 25, 2011 | AARC in the News, Affluence Research, Home Purchases & Remodeling, Vacation Homes
This is a post from pr-inside.com (http://www.pr-inside.com/keynote-speaker-announced-for-day-one-r2435932.htm) noting Ron Kurtz as the keynote speaker on Day One of the Timeshare and Fractional Networking Expo GNEX 2011. Keynote Speaker Announced For Day One Of...
by Ron | Jun 2, 2009 | Affluence Research, Home Purchases & Remodeling, Press Releases, Vacation Homes
The potential market for vacation homes, including full ownership and private residence and destination clubs, has declined substantially from 2007 levels, reflecting losses in net worth and a negative 12-month outlook for the economy and personal income among the...
by Ron | May 6, 2009 | Affluence Research, Home Purchases & Remodeling, Press Releases, Vacation Homes
Negative attitudes about the current economy and the economic outlook for the next 12 months are contributing to plans for deferring the acquisition of both vacation homes and primary residences by affluent consumers during the next year, according to the 15th...
by Ron | Apr 21, 2009 | Affluence Research, Home Purchases & Remodeling, Press Releases, Vacation Homes, Vacations
The potential market for vacation homes, including full ownership and private residence and destination clubs, has declined substantially from 2007 levels, reflecting losses in net worth and a negative 12-month outlook for the economy and personal income among the...