Rick Laws
Rick Laws
gaining gives good indication last market pace
It's a pretty good jump. It gives us an indication that the market is gaining strength, but not at last year's torrid pace by any means.
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Sellers are beginning to show that they understand what's happening and they're adjusting to the marketplace. As there's more inventory now, the condition of the property comes into play even more.
considered normal pace rest sets track
I think this is what sets the pace for the rest of the year. We're getting back on track for what I think would be considered a more normal market.
activity bargaining buyers expect experts good kicks market note pace recent sales stepped table worthy
As buyers stepped back from the bargaining table sales slowed. While we are off of the pace of recent years, it is worthy to note there is a lot of buyer activity in the wings. When the market kicks off, most experts expect 2006 to be a good year.
looking market otherwise sales seek
We're looking at what a market has to do to seek and find equilibrium. Those sales had to slow; otherwise sellers wouldn't get the message.