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Insurance carrier exodus rattles California and Florida housing markets

Housing Wire

According to Sandy Williams, an eXp Realty agent in Sarasota, homeowners’ insurance costs have doubled for many in her metro area ( flood insurance costs have also risen dramatically). “I With material and labor shortages, and supply chain issues it is taking a year-and-a-half to two years to complete a property.

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2022 Housing Market Predictions: What To Expect

Quicken Loans

Anyone keeping an eye on the real estate market watched for predictions in 2021. Mortgage rates dropped down to record lows that carried through much of 2021. In addition, home values and sales skyrocketed. For anyone interested in buying a home , real estate is still in high demand.

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Market Still Strong as Low Inventory Persists- February Newsletter

DW Slater Company

The past six months have been full of very drastic changes as the rapid mortgage rate increases causing many markets to begin to decline. The demand for housing decreased with the higher mortgage rates as it decreased buyer power. Mortgage rates are still heading up, which will weaken demand and lessen buying power.

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Study: Houston Real Estate And Inflation

Houston Properties

In this analysis, we’ve specifically focused on the benefits of owning Houston real estate. Real estate can be an inflation hedge for three reasons: Real estate holds intrinsic value. Fixed-rate mortgages are paid back in “cheaper dollars”. Benefit #1: Real Estate Holds Intrinsic Value.

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Ohio Land for Sale: Is the Market Still Ripe for Growth in 2022?

The Robert Weiler Company

Low mortgage rates have steadied, welcoming batches of new buyers eager to own a home in the market. Let’s dive into what real estate agents can expect from the Buckeye State as we continue in 2022. A whopping 3,644 homes closed during that busy summer month, 15.6 percent higher than the previous month.