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Pending home sales surged in December: NAR

Housing Wire

month over month in December, according to the newest data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR). The housing market is off to a good start this year, as consumers benefit from falling mortgage rates and stable home prices,” NAR chief economist Lawrence Yun said in a statement. in 2025 to reach $405,200.

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Mostly Positive Start to 2024 Housing Activity in Seattle/King County

Will Springer Realtor

The Seattle/King County housing market appears to have come through the worst of times with a slightly stronger showing in January than in previous months. And, despite the rise in new listings, the number of homes still on the market on Feb. in Q1 2025 (6.3%) 5.6% in Q2 2025 (6.2%) 5.6%

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Eastside Residential Market Sees Big Gains in Sales, Prices

Will Springer Realtor

Despite a challenging financing environment, the Seattle/King County housing market is moving forward. New listings (+17%), available homes at the start of April (+5.0%) and listings going under contract – also known as Pending sales – (+24%) were solidly higher when comparing month to month. above the list price.

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Housing Data – Including Prices – Jump in Latest Market Review

Will Springer Realtor

Even after a few weeks of mortgage rate jumps, the Seattle/King County housing market is displaying surprising strength. The trend is somewhat similar in the category of single-family homes (which our MLS includes townhomes), with the number of new listings in King up 26% YoY and 18% since March (2551).

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

Will Springer Realtor

There is a feeling of Halloween in the real estate world because this housing market is a bit scary these days. The market is spooking many potential buyers and sellers thanks to stubbornly high mortgage interest rates. fewer new listings, the rate of sales rose 1.7% While there were 5.8% There are 7.4%

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Affordability Woes Prompt Historic Housing Slowdown

Will Springer Realtor

Worsening affordability issues and lower-than-usual inventory have prompted many consumers to watch this housing market from the sidelines – without the picket lines. October figures from the Northwest Multiple Listing Service strongly suggest prospective buyers and sellers are taking a wait-and-see approach. Among all U.S.

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Will Springer Realtor - Untitled Article

Will Springer Realtor

today – may hold the keys (literally and figuratively) to the housing conundrum. Baby Boomers still have a significant impact on various aspects of society, including the housing market, healthcare and the economy. Baby Boomers – those born between 1946 and 1964 who total 72M in the U.S. But for how long?

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