Pending home sales edged up 0.3% in August, showing buyers are still stepping into the market. Trends shift from neighborhood to neighborhood, so local insight matters more than ever. Let's connect and help your buyers find their next move. π
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Homeowners are building equity while staying in their homes longer. If you're not staying in touch, you could be missing opportunities to help clients make the most of it.
Pending home sales dipped 2.3% in July, but housing trends can look very different from one market to the next. While national activity slowed, opportunities continue to emerge in many local areas. Let's connect and help buyers move ahead.
The traditional image of the homebuyer is changing. With a record-low share of buyers raising children at home, lifestyle, career goals and life stage are playing an even bigger role in homebuying decisions.
July home sales dipped 1.7%, reflecting the impact of higher rates and elevated home prices. Still, affordability has improved from a year ago, offering encouragement for buyers entering the market. Letβs connect!
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A 23% median down payment highlights an advantage repeat buyers have: equity. It's a reminder that homeownership creates more opportunity overtime, giving buyers flexibility and strength.
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Today's repeat buyer looks a little different than they did a decade ago. With the median age at 62, today's move is often less about a starter home and more about the next chapter. That shift creates opportunities for more personalized conversations and long-term planning.
First-time buyers are putting more money down than they have in decades. Multiple factors might be driving that trend, but one thing is for sure: we should be talking more about down payment planning, low down payment loan options and assistance programs.