Some Highlights

• Want to know what experts say will happen in the rest of 2023? Home prices are already appreciating again in many areas. The average of the expert forecasts shows positive price growth.
• Where mortgage rates go for the rest of the year will depend on inflation. Based on historical trends, rates are likely to ease as inflation continues to cool.
• Even though low inventory continues to be a challenge, experts project 5 million homes will still sell this year. That pace should pick up if rates come down.

Some Highlights

• If you’re considering buying or selling a home, you’ll want to know what’s happening in the housing market.
• Housing inventory is still very low, prices are climbing back up, and homes are selling fast when priced right.
• Connect with a real estate agent if you want more information about your local area and what the trends mean for your plans to buy or sell.

Some Highlights

• According to a recent Gallup poll, real estate has been voted the best long-term investment for 11 years in a row, beating gold, stocks, bonds, and more.
• Owning real estate means more than just having a home—it’s an investment in your future. That’s because it’s typically a stable and secure asset that tends to increase in value as time goes on.
• Connect with a local real estate agent if you’re ready to buy a home and invest in your future.

Some Highlights

• Today’s housing inventory is still well below more normal years.
• This low inventory is why homes that are priced right are still selling quickly and seeing multiple offers.
• If you want to sell your house, now is a great time because inventory is still low. Contact a trusted real estate agent to start the process.

Some Highlights

• Downsizing is a popular choice for homeowners when they retire or when their needs change, but with inflation still high, it’s also a way to reduce costs.
• Downsizing could help cut down on your expenses and your equity can fuel your move.
• If you’re thinking about moving to a smaller home, connect with a real estate professional to go over your housing goals and look at your options in the local market.

Some Highlights

• An agent is a really important part of selling your home because they bring a lot of skill and expertise to the sales process.
• They’ll explain what’s happening today, what that means for you, and how to price and market your house. They’re also skilled negotiators and well versed in the contracts and disclosures involved.
• Connect with a local real estate agent to ensure you have an expert helping you sell your house successfully.