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CEO Roundtable: Real Estate Market Trends in Columbia

Guest: Columbia Board of Realtors Chief Executive Officer Brian Toohey

Host: Fred Parry

Date: November 26, 2023

Columbia Board of Realtors Chief Executive Officer Brian Toohey

Real Estate Market Overview in Boone County

In a recent episode of 939 the Eagle’s “CEO Roundtable”, Columbia Board of Realtors Chief Executive Officer Brian Toohey shared insights into the current real estate market in Boone County. According to Toohey, new home sales have increased by 16% this year, while permits have decreased by 15%. Meanwhile, existing home sales in Columbia have seen a decline of 18%.

Toohey’s Background and Education

Brian Toohey was born in St. Louis and briefly lived in Atlanta before his family moved back to St. Louis. He earned his degree in political science from Fulton’s Westminster College and later received his MBA from William Woods University in Fulton.

College Graduates Staying in Columbia

During the interview, Toohey also mentioned that more college graduates are choosing to stay in the Columbia area. This trend could potentially have a positive impact on the local real estate market, as these individuals may eventually decide to purchase homes in the region.

For more information and to listen to the full interview, visit 939theeagle.com.


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