House Hunters Still Busy with the Holidays!!
December29
Lockbox Activity Dips Again
Potential House Hunters Still Busy With Holidays
When comparing the week of December 14-20 with the week prior, the number of times an RMLS subscriber (could be a Realtor or appraiser) opened a lockbox decreased 2% in Washington state and 7.2% in Oregon.
Washington
Oregon
Usually we see activity begin again as usual around mid January! However, on a brighter note (and looking at the “big picture”), the National Association of Realtors indicates that existing home sales increased 7.4% to an annual rate of 6.54 million units. This is the fastest pace since February 2007. The housing market, which has been a “major player” in the most painful US recession in 70 years, is starting the stabilization process according to many analysts. My concerns still remain regarding our Oregon and Portland area unemployment figures and a concern about the stability of the commercial real estate market! Over the holidays, as I’ve walked the city, I see more and more small businesses completely shutting their doors and even larger retailers consolidating. All are leaving “big holes” in commercial retail space, which seems to sit empty for longer and longer periods of time. I’m looking to a brighter and bustling 2010. Happy New Year to all!
Agent Profile
My job is service...service to you and your real estate transactions! How can you benefit from my 25 years of experience and expertise? What can I offer to make the process more productive?
* Current information on available housing...comparative and competitive market pricing and analysis
* Daily involvement in the local real estate marketplace.
* Thorough, comprehensive knowledge reflecting years of helping others complete their real estate business.
* Extensive network of professional resources to make the process as smooth as possible.
My commitment is to you! Being available to you...returning your calls...answering your questions...addressing your concerns...respecting your money...matching your timeline...meeting your expectations...helping accomplish your real estate goals!!
JANEESE JACKSON: 503-709-0802 or jj@janeesejackson.com



