Illuminating the Real Estate Landscape Expert & Dedicated Minds Research and Forecasting Philosophy Rosen Consulting Group: A summary of our research and forecasting philosophy We believe that the starting point for insightful real estate market research is the local economy. That's why we produce our own economic and demographic forecasts ranging from national variables such as GDP, CPI and interest rates to regional variables such as household formation, job growth and migration. We do not use consensus economic forecasts, preferring to do our own thinking on these matters. Quite frequently, we have a different point of view than other economic forecasting firms. Over the years, we have built a unique methodology founded on empirical relationships among critical variables influencing property markets. On a regular basis, we back-test our forecasts to monitor our forecast accuracy (which, we are pleased to report, is of high quality) and to improve our methodology. The Internet has made data a freely available commodity but knowledge is still in short supply. The skill lies in assessing the quality of available data and selecting the best data for each circumstance and then applying robust analytical methodologies and a strong dose of wisdom derived from experience to produce market forecasts that can add value to your decisions. Our extensive industry contacts are an important component of our research process. In short, we turn data into knowledge. We like to work very closely with our clients to consider the implications of our research and forecasts and to provide high-end solutions to a range of situations. We love to talk about research methodology and its application to decision making so please feel free to call us and we'd be happy to talk to you about our thought processes and methodology. Want to know more? Clients can learn more by following the links below: The Economy & Demographic Trends Real Estate Markets