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Sunday, March 29, 2009

Jefferson City Real Estate Statistics - February 2009

Average days on market -- 91
Total properties sold -- 69
Median list price -- $129,900
Median sell price -- $127,900
List price to sales price ratio - 94%
According to the statistics from one year ago the number of homes sold stayed exactly the same at 69. The average number days on the market went from 95 days last year to 91 in 2009. The median sales and list price increased by about 3% while the list to sales ratio decreased by 3%.
This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the MLS of the Jefferson city Area Board of Realtors. Neither the board nor the MLS guarantees or is any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the board may not reflect ALL real estate activity

Jefferson City Realtor / Multicultural Forum connection


In February I received recognition for service and support of the Jefferson City Multicultural Forum. The Jefferson City Multicultural Forum exists to foster understanding of and communication between races and cultures by: Promoting harmony; Welcoming diverse groups into the existing population; Encouraging acceptance and acknowledgement of our diversity; Working with individuals of all origins to develop capable, productive citizens; Providing information regarding multicultural issues; Facilitating networking opportunities with regard to multicultural issues; and, Educating employers and potential employees regarding hiring practices and opportunities for diverse populations. Everyone who decides to make their home in mid-Missouri deserves to feel at home. That is the ultimate goal of the Jefferson City Multicultural Forum. I am honored by this recognition, and happy to now be a part of the Board of Directors. Each year the Jefferson City Area Board of Realtors participates in the Forum's Fall Festival and have taken diversity training through the Forum. The Forum has also helped promote the Board of Realtors activities surrounding our "Diversity Awareness Month" and educating the public about fair housing. If you would like to learn more about the Forum and its many projects in the community, click here.

Jefferson City Realtors attend Capitol Conference


The Jefferson City Area Board of Realtors Board of Directors members attended the 2009 Capitol Conference in Jefferson City in January. During this conference we met with lawmakers serving the districts our MLS/Board covers. At these meetings, Realtors advocated for such things as home owner's rights, inspector licensing, and against such things as "sales tax" on home purchases, and funding for social issues through the sale of homes. Our opinions and ideas were well received by the legislators and were promised support on issues on the pro side of home ownership and taxes and fees relating to it.