Market Updates

June 27, 2024

Focus on Time in the Market, Not Timing the Market

House shape made up with puzzle pieces

Should you buy a home now or should you wait? That’s a big question on many people’s minds today. And while what timing is right for you will depend on a lot of other personal factors, here’s something you may not have considered.

If you’re able …

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June 24, 2024

Housing Market Forecast: What’s Ahead for the 2nd Half of 2024



As we move into the second half of 2024, here’s what experts say you should expect for home prices, mortgage rates, and home sales.

Home Prices Are Expected To Climb Moderately

Home prices are forecasted to rise at a more normal pace. The graph below shows …

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June 17, 2024

Do Elections Impact the Housing Market?



The 2024 Presidential election is just months away. As someone who’s thinking about potentially buying or selling a home, you’re probably curious about what effect, if any, elections have on the housing market.

It’s a great question because buying or selling a home is a major decision, and …

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June 13, 2024

Homebuilders Aren’t Overbuilding, They’re Catching Up



You may have heard that there are more brand-new homes available right now than the norm. Today, about one in three homes on the market are newly built. And if you’re wondering what that means for the housing market and for your own move, here’s what you need …

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June 12, 2024

Home Prices Aren’t Declining, But Headlines Might Make You Think They Are



If you’ve seen the news lately about home sellers slashing prices, it’s a great example of how headlines do more to terrify than clarify. Here’s what’s really happening with prices.

The bottom line is home prices are higher than they were a year ago at this time, and …

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May 30, 2024

The Biggest Mistakes Buyers Are Making Today



Buyers face challenges in any market – and today’s is no different. With higher mortgage rates and rising prices, plus the limited supply of homes for sale, there’s a lot to consider.

But, there's one way to avoid getting tripped up – and that’s leaning on …

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May 23, 2024

Questions You May Have About Selling Your House



There’s no denying mortgage rates are having a big impact on today’s housing market. And that may leave you with some questions about whether it still makes sense to sell your house and make a move.

Here are three of the top questions you may be asking …

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May 22, 2024

How Many Homes Are Investors Actually Buying?



Are big investors really buying up all the homes today?

If you’re trying to find a house to buy, this may be something you’re wondering about. Maybe you’ve read about it or seen reels on social media saying investors buying all the homes is making it even …

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May 20, 2024

What’s Next for Home Prices and Mortgage Rates?



If you’re thinking of making a move this year, there are two housing market factors that are probably on your mind: home prices and mortgage rates. You’re wondering what’s going to happen next. And if it’s worth it to move now, or better to wait it out.

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May 16, 2024

The Number of Homes for Sale Is Increasing



There’s no denying the last couple of years have been tough for anyone trying to buy a home because there haven’t been enough houses to go around. But things are starting to look up.

There are more homes up for grabs this year. The graph below uses the …

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