"As higher-for-longer mortgage rates appear to weigh down the market, rates are likely to remain at about 7% and carry higher risk for home prices to cool further." https://wam.gt/3Sdh9qQ #WAM_blog #HousingMarket #MortgageRates
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After a year of high-interest rates, mortgage rates are expected to trend down in 2024. 📉 In December, the Fed signaled that it was done raising interest rates and suggested that it could cut rates in the coming year — a move that should bring down mortgage rates as well. Read my latest blog post to find out how lower rates could impact buyers and sellers in the coming year! 🔗 https://loom.ly/o6J9Qas #realestate #realestateagent #mortgagerates #realestateforecast #economicoutlook
Real Estate Market Forecast: Opportunities for Home Buyers and Sellers in 2024 - Scot Hartwell
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Hope for the housing market on the horizon? "Fannie Mae has a rosy outlook for mortgage rates. The government sponsored enterprise is projecting that rates will drop below 6% by the end of 2024, which in turn will boost refi volumes and help thaw the existing home sales market. Following years of volatility in mortgage rates, the housing market will begin its gradual return to a more normal balance in 2024." #mortgagerates #interestrates #housingmarket #realestate #boiserealestate #idahorealestate
Fannie Mae optimistic that mortgage rates will dip below 6% by year-end - HousingWire
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📉 The Impact of Lower Rates, State by State! 🏘️ States with the highest percentage of owner-occupied homes with a mortgage could see more sellers 'unlocked' by lower rates! 🚪💸 ➣➣ https://loom.ly/ZxpFwfw #RealEstate #HousingMarket #MortgageRates #LowerRates #HomeSellers ✅ Learn REAL ESTATE SALES in 15 MINUTES ➱ https://loom.ly/avHKvjY
With Falling Mortgage Rates, These Markets are Likely to See The Most Changes
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Builder Confidence on the Rise! The NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index reports a three-point surge to 37 in December, ending a four-month decline. Falling mortgage rates, down around 50 basis points over the past month, are driving an uptick in buyer interest. With rates still above 7% in November, builders are adjusting by reducing home prices and offering incentives. Bottom line, builders are feeling good, buyers are buzzing, and everyone's banking on future sales. It's shaping up to be a sweet ride for the real estate market https://lnkd.in/gPmKcrAr
Falling Mortgage Rates Help End Four-Month Decline in Builder Confidence
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The real estate market is showing signs of recovery as mortgage rates drop below 6%. Redfin's Homebuyer Demand Index increased by 9% at the end of September, and mortgage rate lock-in activity surged. The Federal Reserve's recent interest rate cut has boosted awareness of lower rates, leading to increased demand, although some homeowners are hesitant to sell due to their existing low rates. Pending sales rose year-over-year in 27 of the 50 largest metro areas, with Phoenix seeing a 13% increase. However, Florida markets are experiencing declines due to climate-related issues and rising costs. Overall, various reports indicate a positive trend in homebuyer demand despite seasonal norms.
Homebuyer demand gains steam in response to lower mortgage rates - HousingWire
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Housing market update! Mortgage rate declines - the big portion of it - have already occurred even before the Federal Reserve's official first rate cut. Any further declines could be minimal and there will be weeks of minimal increases as well. Overall, home sales will be meaningfully higher in 2024.
Mortgage rate declines - the big portion of it - have already occurred even before the Federal Reserve's official first rate cut. Any further declines could be minimal and there will be weeks of minimal increases as well. Overall, home sales will be meaningfully higher in 2024. https://lnkd.in/eT7VXqN2
Housing market predictions: Six experts weigh in on the real estate outlook in 2024
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“Strong incoming economic and inflation data has caused the market to reevaluate the path of monetary policy, leading to higher mortgage rates,” says Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s chief economist. “Historically, the combination of a vibrant economy and modestly higher rates did not meaningfully impact the housing market. The current cycle is different than historical norms, as housing affordability is so low that good economic news equates to bad news for home buyers, who are sensitive to even minor shifts in affordability.” Some buyers are current homeowners who are leveraging their record-high equity to purchase their next property. Thirty-two percent of home sales in January were cash deals—an elevated share of the market, NAR’s data shows. Overall, homebuyer demand has remained strong against higher home prices. Existing-home sales climbed 3.1% last month compared to December. But falling mortgage rates were the impetus for January’s sales. https://lnkd.in/eFmdUCqX
Mortgage Rates Are Getting Close to 7% Again
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Happy New Year! If your looking to buy or sell in 2024, the market is opening up! Sharing a promising quote from this article: “Most experts predict the average 30-year mortgage rate to linger anywhere between 6.1% to 7% range in the first quarter, then decline throughout the year.”
Housing market predictions: Six experts weigh in on the real estate outlook in 2024
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As mortgage rates have declined in December growing consumer confidence was noticeable. This took place in a month which is traditionally the slowest month of the year. Mortgage rate declines have already occurred even before the Federal Reserve's official first rate cut. Any further declines could be minimal and there will be weeks of minimal increases as well. Overall, home sales will be meaningfully higher in 2024. https://lnkd.in/g-3Ewdye
Housing market predictions: Six experts weigh in on the real estate outlook in 2024
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2024 home buyers should start preparing now
Happy New Year! If your looking to buy or sell in 2024, the market is opening up! Sharing a promising quote from this article: “Most experts predict the average 30-year mortgage rate to linger anywhere between 6.1% to 7% range in the first quarter, then decline throughout the year.”
Housing market predictions: Six experts weigh in on the real estate outlook in 2024
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