2013 Year to date and 2nd quarter Sales and Prices Top 2012 numbers

2013 Year to Date and 2^nd Quarter Sales and Prices Top 2012 Numbers

 

2013 Second Quarter sales and median prices reported to the REALTORS Association of New Mexico (RANM) show an increase over 2011 and 2012 second quarter reports.

 

4,428 sales were reported in the second quarter of 2013.  This tops the 2012 number of 4,063 by 9% and the 2011 number of 3,608 by nearly 23%.

 

7,764 sales were reported year-to-date (January through June) 2013.  7,082 sales were reported January through June 2012 and 6,395 sales were reported January through June 2011.

 

The 2013 Second Quarter median price as reported at $17o,000 and reflects a small, but steady increase over second quarter median price in 2011 and 2012.  The year-to-date 2013 median of $169,000 reflects a similar increase over the past two years.  Median price indicates half the properties sold for more and half for less.

 

“The number of sales for the month of June 2013 is less than 1% less than those reported in June 2012,” according to RANM President Cathy Colvin.  “Low inventories and an increase in mortgage rates contribute to this slight decrease.  The good news for sellers is the June median price of $179,000 is 5% higher than the May 2013 median and over 4% higher than the June 2012 median.”

 

M. Steven Anaya, RANM CEO adds “Local economic conditions also play a role in state-wide numbers.  Our reports show a nearly even break-out of counties showing increases and counties showing decreases in both the number of sales and in median prices.”

 

The trends and numbers reported are only a snapshot of market activity.  If you are interested in buying or selling, consult a REALTOR familiar with your market area; he/she can provide information on specific trends in your neighborhood.

 

 

 

Diane Moehlenbrink, CAE, RCE

Communications, Marketing and Events Director

REALTORS® Association of New Mexico

505-982-2442, ext. 164; fax 505-983-8809

diane@nmrealtor.com

www.nmrealtor.com

New Mexico Housing Market on Slow Road to Recovery

New Mexico Housing Market On Slow Road to Recovery

 

Housing trends reported to the REALTORS Association of New Mexico (RANM) for April show a continuing increase in the number of sales, while monthly median prices are slightly lower than prices recorded in April of 2011 and 2012.

 

New Mexico reflects national growth in number of sales.  1,387 April 2013 New Mexico sales were reported to RANM.  In April of 2012, 1,273 sales were reported and in April of 2011, there were 1,110 reported sales.  2013 year to date sales are nearly 10% more than 2012 and over 20% more than 2011 numbers.  Homes are selling at a faster pace than previous years which is good news for sellers.

 

Citing research from the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS, RANM President Cathy Colvin reports, “Existing-home sales continue to improve, although inventory constraints are preventing stronger growth.  After four years of relatively flat activity from 2008 through 2011, nationally, existing home sales rose 9.4 percent to almost 4.3 million in 2012 and are forecast to increase to nearly 5.0 million this year.” 

 

New Mexico median prices (median price indicates half the properties sold for more and half for less) for the month of April 2013 show a -0.3% decrease from April 2012 ($164,000 to $164,490) and a

-0.6% decrease from April 2011 when the reported median was $165,000.

 

M. Steven Anaya, RANM CEO, says “Nationally, median home prices are rising.  While April 2013 median prices dropped slightly, year to date New Mexico median prices reflect this rising trend.  Year to date April 2012 New Mexico median was $160,000; January through April 2013 median is reported at $165,000.”

 

The trends and numbers reported are only a snapshot of market activity.  If you are interested in buying or selling, consult a REALTOR familiar with your market area; he/she can provide information on specific trends in your neighborhood.

 

 

Statistical information and trends are based on information furnished by New Mexico Member Boards and MLSs to U. S. House Stats.  Current reporting participants are: Greater Albuquerque Association of REALTORS, Las Cruces Association of REALTORS MLIS, New Mexico Multi-Board MLS (Artesia, Carlsbad, Clovis/Portales, Deming, Gallup, Grants, Hobbs, Las Vegas, Sierra County areas), Otero County Board of REALTORS, Roswell Association of REALTORS, Ruidoso/Lincoln County Association of REALTORS, Santa Fe Association of REALTORS, San Juan County Board of REALTORS, Silver City Regional Association of REALTORS, and the Taos County Association of REALTORS. Reports represent single family residential data only.  Information does not necessarily represent all activity in any market/county.  Figures based on reports run 5/21/13.  Visit www.nmrealtor.com (housing trends) for county and board statistics.

Housing Market Continues to Improve

Housing Market Continues To Improve

2013 First Quarter sales and median prices reported to the REALTORS Association of New Mexico (RANM) show an increase over 2011 and 2012 first quarter reports.

3,306 sales were reported in the first quarter of 2013. This tops the 2012 number of 3,018. 19 reporting counties showed an increase in sales numbers this year over last. 1,272 New Mexico sales were reported in March 2013, a 3.7% increase over the number of March 2012 sales.

First quarter 2013 median prices also show an increase over the last two years. The median reported for first quarter 2013 was $165,750, 0.5% higher than the 2011 first quarter median and 3.7% higher than the 2012 first quarter median. The reported 2013 March median was $172,000. While this number is just over 8% higher than the median for March 2012, county-by-county numbers show nearly as many counties reporting decreases as those reporting increases. Median price indicates half the properties sold for more and half for less.

“The housing market is showing plenty of strength, but continues to face challenges, such as homeowners facing negative equity, low inventory of homes for sale, and mortgage credit remaining tight and preventing some buyers from qualifying for a loan,” according to Cathy Colvin, RANM President.

RANM CEO, M. Steven Anaya, cites research from the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS that indicates housing’s contribution to the economy, while muted in recent years, remains strong. “What’s more, housing’s role will only expand as modest price growth and stronger sales volume boost agent incomes, new construction puts more workers back to work with expanding incomes, and stronger sales and rising prices result in robust follow-on spending.”

The trends and numbers reported are only a snapshot of market activity. If you are interested in buying or selling, consult a REALTOR familiar with your market area; he/she can provide information on specific trends in your neighborhood.

Statistical information and trends are based on information furnished by New Mexico Member Boards and MLSs to U. S. House Stats. Current reporting participants are: Greater Albuquerque Association of REALTORS, Las Cruces Association of REALTORS MLIS, New Mexico Multi-Board MLS (Artesia, Carlsbad, Clovis/Portales, Deming, Gallup, Grants, Hobbs, Las Vegas, Sierra County areas), Otero County Board of REALTORS, Roswell Association of REALTORS, Ruidoso/Lincoln County Association of REALTORS, Santa Fe Association of REALTORS, San Juan County Board of REALTORS, Silver City Regional Association of REALTORS, and the Taos County Association of REALTORS. Reports represent single family residential data only. Information does not necessarily represent all activity in any market/county. Figures based on reports run 4/17/13. Visit www.nmrealtor.com (housing trends) for county and board statistics.

The REALTORS Association of New Mexico is one of the state’s largest trade associations, representing over 5,200 members involved in all aspects of the residential and commercial real estate market.

Diane Moehlenbrink, CAE, RCE

Communications, Marketing and Events Director

REALTORS® Association of New Mexico

505-982-2442, ext. 164; fax 505-983-8809

diane@nmrealtor.com

www.nmrealtor.com

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New Mexico Real Estate on upswing!

New Mexico Home Sales Continue Upward Trend

Home sales and median prices reported to the REALTORS Association of New Mexico (RANM) for February 2013 continue the upward trend begun in January.

1,026 sales were reported in February 2013. This is over 21% more sales than reported during February 2011 (845) and 5% more than the February 2012 number of 977.

February’s median price of $165,000 is up 3.4% from February 2012 and equal to the median reported in February 2011. Median price indicates half the properties sold for more and half for less.

“Home prices are rising, the number of homes for sale is showing a slight increase, and homes are selling faster,” according to Cathy Colvin, 2013 RANM President. “These are all signs that spring, traditionally the busiest time of the year for home buyers and sellers, is in the air for real estate.”

According to RANM CEO M. Steven Anaya, “This improvement in sales numbers and median prices is wide spread across the state.” 18 New Mexico counties reported an increase in median prices for February 2013 compared to February 2012. 13 counties reported an increase in the number of sales for February 2013 compared to February 2012.

REALTOR.com MLS data indicates that nationwide, median list prices continue to tick up, reaching $189,900 in February. Inventories last month increased 1.15 percent month-over-month, after recently hitting record lows. Also, homes are selling faster with the median age of inventory at 98 days, a 9.26 percent drop from the previous month.

Colvin predicts, “New Mexico can expect the amount of inventory to increase this spring along with higher list prices as sellers become more comfortable with the market conditions.”

The trends and numbers reported are only a snapshot of market activity. If you are interested in buying or selling, consult a REALTOR familiar with your market area; he/she can provide information on specific trends in your neighborhood.

 

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1031 exchanges in New Mexico

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The link above is an excellent resource if you are considering doing a 1031 Exchange in New Mexico.  A 1031 Exchange is a useful way of escaping capital gains taxes.  The technique is explained in the article the link will take you.
 

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