Las Vegas Bubble?

Ever famous for its Tourist appeal, LAS VEGASFor years, Las Vegas has been the fastest
is a 'booming' real estate development 'hot spot',growing city in history of the U.S, keeping real
both residentially and commercially. Las Vegas,estate demand constant. The Nevada State
Nevada is one of the fastest growing cities in theDemographer's Office released its projections for
world. As a result, the real estate and homethe period through 2026. Clark County can expect
market is nothing short of extraordinary.another 1.5 million people, according to the latest
Las Vegas, home to 1,825,000 people, welcomednumbers. Overall, Nevada is projected to grow by
38,772,166 visitors in 2005, was ranked numbermore than 1.8 million or 74 percent during the
one in the U.S. in real estate appreciation with asame period.
36% average appreciation rate and a five-yearWith approximately 42,000 acres of BLM land
average appreciation greater than 84%. As far asavailable in Las Vegas (and 6,000 acres a year
strength and growth, Nevada continues tobeing developed); Las Vegas only has 7 to 8
outpace every other state in the nation in jobyears left of developing land. We're already
creation, with nearly 76,000 jobs added over thestarting to see a change in new housing with the
past year, a 6.8% job growth, highest in thetypical lot size for new homes at 4,000 sq. ft.
country. Due to the state attractive businessHowever, keep in mind that land has begun to be
climate, economic stability and strong consumerscarcer, thus, the reason you see more two
confidence, experts predict that the percentagestory newer homes built closely together. Great
of job growth will continue. Compared to mostfor 1st time home buyers who are looking for a
highly desirable areas in the country you can'tax advantage' along with pride in ownership.
purchase a home in a wonderful area for aFor the future real estate market, I'm still very
reasonable price. Las Vegas is a great place to callbullish about Las Vegas. If you're looking to buy in
home. With over 325 days of sunshine a year andLas Vegas and plan on being here for 3-5 years, I
low humidity you will enjoy entertaining outdoorswould say that it is a very good time for you to
and the lifestyle Las Vegas has to offer.get into the market.