The Boulder County real estate market showed improvement in sales by the end of August 2011, with the sales lagging by only 7% compared to the previous year, up from an 18% deficit by the end of June. Although August typically sees slower activity, it is expected that sales will pick up in September and October. The document emphasizes the importance of consulting a local expert for those considering a move.

1. Boulder County Real Estate Sales Statistics August2011Prepared by Neil KearneyKearney Realty Co/ Metro BrokersCopyright 2011 Neil Kearney, Kearney Realty Co.

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6. Copyright 2011 Neil Kearney, Kearney Realty Co.End of tax credit in 2010 (red line)

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8. Copyright 2011 Neil Kearney, Kearney Realty Co.Fewer new listings are coming on the market.

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10. My View of the MarketJuly and August have been good sales months. We have made up ground in the number of sales. At the end of June sales were 18% behind last year. At the end of August sales are just lagging last year by 7%.The activity in August was slower. This is typical and I expect activity to increase during September and October.Copyright 2011 Neil Kearney, Kearney Realty Co.

11. If You Plan To Make a Move Plan to call the area expert.Copyright 2011 Neil Kearney, Kearney Realty Co.Neil KearneyBroker/Owner Kearney Realty Co. / Metro BrokersFor ongoing information and analysis visitwww.NeilKearney.com