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Fannie Mae’s chief economist on housing market outlook

Housing Wire

The Federal Reserve ‘s effort to temper inflation has cooled the housing market that remains subdued with mortgage rates north of 7%. However, a silver lining in the subdued housing market is the strength in new-home sales. So, the servicing valuation on those loans is strong, because pre-payments are low.

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Housing Market Down But Not Out- January Newsletter

DW Slater Company

What’s happening in the housing markets? Mortgage rates impact housing as they affect buying power. As we look at the housing market for 2022, a clear shift has occurred. Is Valuation Independence Good or Bad for Business? – Cleveland Appraisal Blog How Was The Housing Market in 2022?-

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Housing Market Predictions for 2022 and Other Appraisal News

McKissock

As the end of the year approaches, housing market predictions for 2022 abound. Fortune reviews various 2022 housing forecasts, focusing specifically on home price growth. Redfin predicts a more balanced residential market in 2022. Predictions for the top housing markets of 2022 may surprise you.

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Mortgage rates break record again, down to 2.72%

Housing Wire

“While economic growth remains unstable, strong housing demand continues to have a domino effect on many other segments of the economy,” Khater said. Low mortgage rates fuel the demand for valuation and settlement services. to a seasonally adjusted annual pace of 1.53 million – the highest since this February.

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Home prices jump 6.7% in September, but are expected to moderate

Housing Wire

COVID has contributed to the acute shortage of inventory as the pace of new construction slowed and older prospective sellers postponed listing their homes until after the pandemic. After months of severe shortages, upward pressure on home price appreciation had consumers battling it out for the limited supply, the report said.

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Renovations That Increase Home Value in BC: Our Top 8 Picks

D Fritz Appraisals

Whether you are planning to sell in the near future or not, most people want to be reassured that any major renovations they invest in will be reflected in an increased home valuation. If we focus on increasing the market sale price, the value of renovations is usually measured by the possible Return on Investment (ROI).

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Investor Insights: How to Thrive in CRE Amid Challenging Market Conditions

Appraisal Buzz

Supply and Demand Dynamics: We are coming off of a construction boom where record numbers of units were built in the aftermath of the pandemic and are delivering now and in the coming months. Network and Expert Team: Build a team of real estate professionals, including real estate agents, property managers, and construction experts.

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