The Southern Nevada Index of Leading Economic Indicators showed modest upward movement for April, indicating continued steady performance during this year’s early months. The index, compiled by the Center for Business and Economic Research at the University of Nevada Las Vegas, stood at 130.18 in April, up slightly from 130.02 in March and 129.16 in April 2004. The number of new residents coming to Las Vegas, based on out-of-state driver’s licenses turned into the Department of Motor Vehicles, grew 6.6 percent in April to 6,600. More than 60,000 jobs have been added to the Southern Nevada economy in the past year as well. The market for Las Vegas homes continues to hold steady and looks poised for moderate price appreciation in the second half of the year. MS Las Vegas Real Estate is your personal resource for information concerning residential opportunities in Southern Nevada.

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