October Home Sales in Utah Climb 24 Percent

The Salt Lake Board of REALTORS reported that sales of existing homes and condominiums in Utah climbed 24% in October. There were 1,061 homes/condos sold in October compared to 855 sales in October 2008. The Salt Lake Tribune reported on the sales increase and quoted SLBR President Ryan Kirkham and Board of Directors member DeAnna Dipo.

The full story is available at the Salt Lake Tribune at: www.sltrib.com/business/ci_13851384. Salt Lake Board of REALTORS Press Release available at www.slrealtors.com.

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