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New home sales are at risk with rising mortgage rates ?

Housing Wire

The fact that the 23% home-price growth level has been smashed in just two years and inventory just collapsed to all-time lows has created the most unhealthy housing market post-2010. Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development. months and above, the builders will pull back on construction. percent (±11.9

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King County Home Buyers and Sellers in ‘Re-Evaluation’ Mode

Will Springer Realtor

Sellers, too, are waiting for the easing of rates before looking for their next home, as estimates show 60% of today’s homeowners possess a mortgage with an interest rate of 4% or less. The single-family housing market is sluggish, as many prospective buyers and sellers have chosen to focus on enjoying the many weeks of beautiful weather.

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High Financing Hurdles Lead to Low Housing Activity in Seattle/King County

Will Springer Realtor

The market is spooking many potential buyers and sellers thanks to stubbornly high mortgage interest rates. Only buyers and sellers who must move are doing so. New Construction The new home construction sector has taken much of the residential spotlight this year. At least that’s what some economists have expressed.

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Buyer’s vs. Seller’s Market: How to Tell the Difference

Assurance Financial

The key to getting the best possible value for your money is understanding what’s happening in your local real estate market — whether you’re a buyer or a seller. What’s the Difference Between a Buyer’s and Seller’s Market? Buyer’s vs. seller’s markets are a matter of supply and demand.

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Expectations for 2023 in Seattle/King County Real Estate

Will Springer Realtor

Sellers, meantime, could put nearly any home on the market and expect a reaction of irrational exuberance from financially sound consumers submitting high-priced offers without buyer-favorable contingencies. (In Locally, permits for single- and multi-family home construction are down about 20% from this time last year. in 12 months.

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Affordability Woes Prompt Historic Housing Slowdown

Will Springer Realtor

Beyond labor strife, America’s home buyers and sellers appear to be on strike as well. October figures from the Northwest Multiple Listing Service strongly suggest prospective buyers and sellers are taking a wait-and-see approach. when rounded up) on an annual basis – is the lowest since October 2010. in 2024 and 4.5M

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FINDING THE KEY TO UNLOCK ‘STUCK’ HOMEOWNERSHIP RATE

Will Springer Realtor

The rate today is the same as in the late 1960s, except during the housing bubble of 2008-2010 when ownership rose – and we know how that ended up! Fudge noted that supporting the construction of manufactured and 3-D printed homes were avenues “being discussed” at HUD. If you don’t have a legally signed agreement, you’re in trouble.”.

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