home sales: Historic November Home Sales: Laramie, Wyoming Real Estate - 11/30/12 03:20 AM
Just so we're clear, this post refers to the history of the sales of homes in November over time, not the November sales of historic homes.  LOL! 
November home sales over the years have been up and down with no  noticable trend, except for in 2010 when November sales were unusually high. This doesn't really tell us much other than what we already know - sales have slowed as we moved into fall, as they usually do.  It also indicates what we've seen in the market in general this year - the Laramie market seems to have hit its "low" and … (7 comments)

home sales: Laramie, Wyoming Real Estate: Home Sales January thru October 2012 - 11/16/12 03:33 AM
Based on the number of homes shown as sold on the Laramie Board of REALTOR's MLS from January 2012 through October 2012, it looks like our home sales will be holding steady but slightly lower than 2009 and 2010.
The total number of homes sold in 2011 was 332,                                                                   in 2010 was 360,                                                           and in 2009 was 343.
       
The total number of homes sold this year through October has been 298.  Projecting sales over the next couple months factoring in the usual seasonal drop, puts … (0 comments)

home sales: Laramie, Wyoming Real Estate: Sellers, Be Not Afraid! - 11/07/12 08:21 AM
As with any seasonal market, winter can be a nerve racking time for sellers. It feels like there are no buyers out there anywhere and the home will never sell.  Interestingly, local statistics show that winter isn't as dismal as it may seem when it comes to home sales.  There may be less people buying than in the summer months but there is also less competition on the market - increasing your home's chances of getting noticed!
So consider the winter months to be the time to optimize your homes appeal.  Make sure your price is on target, your home is … (4 comments)