Market Trends and Updates

July 5, 2023

"The American Dream Lives On: Homeownership Continues to Hold Value for Americans"

Discovering the concept of the American Dream can be deeply personal and individualistic to each person. However, for a significant number of individuals, it revolves around the ideas of achievement, freedom, and wealth. Interestingly, owning a home plays a crucial role in attaining these aspirations, as revealed by a recent …

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July 2, 2023

The Impact of Recreational Marijuana on Property Values in Maryland

Recreational marijuana use is now legal in Maryland as of July 1st, 2023. This blog post will take a look on how law change could impact property values in our state. 

The impact of recreational marijuana on property values can vary depending on various factors, including local regulations, market …

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June 23, 2023

May Sees a Surge in U.S. Housing as Builders Accelerate Single-Family Home Construction, Despite Ongoing Housing Shortage

In May, construction on new American homes experienced an impressive 21.7% surge, largely due to homebuilders shifting their focus to meet growing demand for single-family homes. Last month, housing stats hit a 1.63 million annual pace, up from 1.34 million in April. Economists were expecting a slight decline, but the …

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June 20, 2023

Mortgage Rates Just Dropped—but Home Prices Have Done Something Even More Extraordinary: Exploring the Real Estate Market's Intriguing Dynamics

Good news for those looking to buy a home! Mortgage rates have fallen once again, thanks to the Federal Reserve’s decision to hold off on raising interest rates. The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rate is now at 6.69%, down from 6.71% the previous week.

But that’s not all. For …

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June 15, 2023

Crunching the Numbers: The Issue of Housing Affordability and Supply in Today's Market

To address the housing affordability problem, experts have been recommending the solution of building more homes. This makes economic sense since when the demand for housing is greater than the supply, prices go up. Currently, although there has been a slow increase in housing inventory since last year, the supply …

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June 14, 2023

Beyond the Headlines: Understanding Foreclosures and Overcoming Fear in Today's Market

Are you feeling uncertain about buying a home due to headlines about rising foreclosures? You are not alone. However, rest assured that the data shows that there is not a foreclosure crisis in the housing market. It is important to understand what this means to have a clear understanding of …

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June 12, 2023

Housing Market Update: Decreasing Supply Drives Price Stability as Mortgage Rates Restrict Homeowners

The current state of the housing market reveals a worsening shortage of available homes for sale, resulting in limited home sales and sustained price levels. However, there is a strong indication of pent-up demand among buyers, which is expected to be unleashed once mortgage rates decrease and the supply of …

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June 10, 2023

The Worst Home Price Declines Are Behind Us

Don't be misled by today's headlines about home prices. While it is easy to feel uncertain, the truth is that national home prices are not in a freefall. According to the latest data, there is good reason to be optimistic. While local markets may vary, the national trend remains positive. …

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June 8, 2023

Baby Boomers Take the Lead as the Largest Generation of Homebuyers

The dynamics of the real estate market are constantly evolving, influenced by shifting demographics, economic factors, and changing preferences. In the latest report released by the National Association of Realtors® (NAR), an interesting trend has emerged: Baby Boomers, once considered the elder statesmen of the homebuying market, have now become …

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June 4, 2023

Mortgage Rates Are Up, Number of Home Sales Are Down, Prices Are Resilient

Mortgage rates have reached a seven-month high, causing a slowdown in the housing market. With limited listings available, potential homebuyers are waiting for rates to decline and more homes to enter the market before making a move. However, the limited inventory has a silver lining for sellers as it supports …

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