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Thriving Housing Market Shows Resilience - Weekly Market Report Ending June 17th 2023
Melissa Gootee 10 months ago

Thriving Housing Market Shows Resilience 

Weekly Market Report Ending Week June 17th 2023

In a world where economic fluctuations often dominate the headlines, the housing market has proven time and again to be a resilient force. The Weekly Market Activity Report for the week ending June 17, 2023, paints an optimistic picture of the real estate landscape. Despite a few temporary setbacks, the overall market shows signs of strength and potential for growth. Let's delve into the key findings and e...
Whats Happening in the Housing Market Today?
Melissa Gootee 1 year ago

Whats Happening in the Housing Market Today?

With so much recent change in the housing market, you probably have questions about what it all means for your homebuying plans this spring. 

   What’s Going on with Mortgage Rates?

Last year, mortgage rates more than doubled within the calendar year. That’s never happened before, and the rapid rise caused many buyers to put their plans on hold. Today, rates are still quite volatile. With experts projecting rates will stabilize this year, that could...
Why Experts Say the Housing Market Won’t Crash
Melissa Gootee 1 year ago
Why Experts Say the Housing Market Won’t Crash Some Highlights Many people remember the housing crash in 2008, but experts say today’s market is fundamentally different in many ways. First, there isn’t an oversupply of homes for sale today. Plus, lending standards are much tighter, and homeowners have record levels of equity. That means signs say there won’t be a wave of foreclosures like the last time. If you have questions about the housing market, let’s connect. Whether you are thi...
Should we beleive everything the Media Is Telling YOU?
Melissa Gootee 1 year ago
Should We Believe Everything Media Is Telling YOU?  

I know right now there is uncertainty in the world and everyone has their beliefs and their forecast for the future of real estate. I say if you want real answers, go straight to the source!

 The two graphs below (Info from FRED Economic Data) show our recessions over the last 55 years and our housing price Index. As you read each graph you can see that the only time we ever had home prices drop during a recession was our last one.

What does...
What Are Experts Forecasting For The 2022 Housing Market
Melissa Gootee 2 years ago

 

What Are Experts Forecasting For The 2022 Housing Market?

Some Highlights

  • What does the rest of the year hold for the housing market? Here’s what experts have to say about what lies ahead.
  • Home prices are projected to rise and so are mortgage rates. Experts are also forecasting another strong year for home sales as people move to meet their changing needs.
  • Let’s connect so you can make your best move this year.
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