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2017 Crystal Ball Predictions

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with American West Realty and Management 12599

What's on the horizon?

In response to a challenge presented by Praful Thakkar I am going to share my predictions for the Cody Wyoming market in 2017.

As many may already know, Wyoming's greatest source of revenue is the energy industry which took a roughnecksmajor hit in 2015. We were locally impacted as field workers left to find work in other states. This continued in 2016 and we saw a lot of upper-priced homes come on the market as upper-income employees moved to survive. Many of them had just purchased a 1-2 years prior! This didn't destroy our market, but we definitely saw stagnation.

As a property manager, the impact was more profound. Due to the nature of the oil field industry, many employees are shifted around the country, making it difficult for them to set roots. The good news is, that keeps my rental market full of well-paid Tenants! However, the loss of jobs in 2015 saw a slowing of the market and 2016 continued a downward trend. In the past I didn't have enough rentals to meet the demand and rates were steadily increasing. Suddenly, we saw demand dry up, rates drop, and it's been a real struggle for us.

What's next?

The good news? Optimism is high nationally, but even more so in our community. The energy industry is already starting to creep back in and we expect them to be open for business by the summer. We're also expecting the start of construction on a $25 Million facility for a major employer which will bring a lot of money and renters for the next two years. This surge should result in hundreds of new employees, all earning above median income and all looking for temporary housing. 

My prediction for 2017? My future is so bright, I gotta wear shades!sunglasses

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Comments (12)

Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Nathan

Glad to hear the prediction is for a bright future! It has to be hard when a community is so impacted by changes in a particular industry. It will be interesting to see how your predictions turn out!

Jeff

Jan 16, 2017 09:34 PM
Nathan Gesner

Thanks for commenting, Jeff!

Jan 26, 2017 03:03 PM
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Interesting area Nathan.  I would suspect that the current administration may make the energy industry prosper.

Jan 17, 2017 06:17 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thanks for sharing some of your predictions for the new year.

I predict that you will enjoy continued success.

Jan 17, 2017 08:26 AM
Doug Dawes
Keller Williams Evolution - 447 Boston Street, Suite #5, Topsfield, MA - Topsfield, MA
Your Personal Realtor®

Hi Nathan Gesner 

I would agree with you about the national optimism and I am also enthusiastic  about job prospects

Jan 17, 2017 12:36 PM
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
Andover, MA: Andover Luxury Homes For Sale

Nathan Gesner - there is always a brighter side of anything. In your case, the rental market became productive, thanks to a bit of hit to Energy Industry.

A new venture always brings in more jobs and is better for the area - like what you see in Cody.

Good Luck in 2017.

Jan 18, 2017 08:06 PM
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
Andover, MA: Andover Luxury Homes For Sale

And yes, want to Thank You for your participation in this contest, Nathan Gesner.

Jan 18, 2017 08:06 PM
Nathan Gesner

Thank you for providing the opportunity!

Jan 26, 2017 03:04 PM
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
Andover, MA: Andover Luxury Homes For Sale

(Ok, the best part I like from your post is....

"My prediction for 2017? My future is so bright, I gotta wear shades!")

Jan 18, 2017 08:07 PM
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

I have my sunglassess ready for the bright future ahead. I know I am going to work hard to see that my future is bright. We have the power.

Jan 19, 2017 06:19 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Nathan I'm glad to hear that things are looking up in 2017 for your area.  You were all hit hard and it's time for a comeback.

Jan 26, 2017 09:21 AM
Nathan Gesner
American West Realty and Management - Cody, WY
Broker / Property Manager

Anna Banana Kruchten thanks for commenting. It's already started! I rented out a few units last week and this week we've already rented seven!

Jan 26, 2017 03:02 PM
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC Calabasas CA

Without a doubt, 2017 is going to be a year of transition, not only in the political and policy arenas but also within real estate. It is driven by changes in legislative, MLS, and market forces. 

Feb 04, 2017 12:52 PM
Nathan Gesner
American West Realty and Management - Cody, WY
Broker / Property Manager

I agree with you completely, Inna Ivchenko . Thanks for the comment!

Feb 04, 2017 02:13 PM