At 4.5% the Keys have state's lowest joblessness rate

Feb. 3, 2013 - PRLog -- Monroe's rate in December was 4.5 percent, according to the state Department of Economic Opportunity.

While the unemployment rate for Florida is calculated using a survey by the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of jobs comes from a survey by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

According to the Department of Economic Opportunity, the leisure and hospital industry added the most jobs over the past year. Trade, transportation and utilities gained as well as professional business services and private education and health services.

Key Largo Florida, February 4th 2013, Key Largo’s top Producing Realtor Sally Stribling remarked, "This unemployment rate really sends out a strong signal of just how well the Keys are doing economically.

When asked to explain further how this could benefit the Upper Keys Real Estate market, Sally remarked, “What we are seeing is that since there are more people working there are more people spending, which brings more money to our local businesses who in turn hire even more people. This in turn increases the demand for housing, which helps investors.

Basically, It's a win win all the way around. In fact I see 2013 as really becoming a banner year. When asked why, Sally further remarked, "With the growth of the stock market as well as the huge growth we are seeing in the Miami area, I predict even more pressure on our Real Estate market here. After all, there is only so much property.

Sally Stribling, REALTOR with Coldwell Banker Schmitt Real Estate company, specializes in the sale of fine Homes and Condos in The Florida Keys.

Sally provides buyers and sellers with in-depth professional assistance in the sale and purchase of residential property. If you are interested in buying or selling a home, and want the professional assistance of a seasoned expert, who will work diligently in an effort to satisfy your needs, please call Sally anytime at 305-453-7552