As we move into the second half of the year, one thing is clear: the current real estate market is one for the record books. The exact mix of conditions we have today creates opportunities for both buyers and sellers. Here’s a look at four key components that are shaping this unprecedented market. A Shortage of Homes for Sale Earlier this year, the number of homes available for sale fell to an all-time low. In recent months, however, inventory levels are starting to trend up. The … [Read more...]
Experts Agree: Options Are Improving for Buyers
Some Highlights Buyers hoping for more homes to choose from may be in luck as housing inventory begins to rise. Many experts agree – new sellers listing their homes is great news for buyers and the overall market. Although the supply increases are modest, more homes means more options for buyers. A rise in inventory may also help slow the price gains we’ve seen recently and could be a sign of good things to come. If you’re searching for a home, rising inventory is welcome news. Let’s … [Read more...]
Diving Deep into Today’s Biggest Buyer Concerns
Last week, Fannie Mae released their Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI). Though the survey showed 77% of respondents believe it’s a “good time to sell,” it also confirms what many are sensing: an increasing number of Americans believe it’s a “bad time to buy” a home. The percentage of those surveyed saying it’s a “bad time to buy” hit 64%, up from 56% last month and 38% last July. The latest HPSI explains: “Consumers also continued to cite high home prices as the predominant reason for … [Read more...]
Are we in a Bubble?
Lots of questions today out there around the topic of a Price Bubble. The question really is - are we in a Bubble on prices, like we saw in 2004-2007. Here’s the answer: A Bubble is a large run-up on prices that then peaks out and then falls back down. See the chart below that shows what a Bubble looks like. Notice in this charge, you can clearly see the ANGLE of price increase that occurred in the last Bubble. Very different from a gradual rise in prices like we have been on since … [Read more...]
April 8th, 2021 Newsletter
Wow – our investor clients have been very active. We’ve identified 3 interesting investor plays and have had a ton of interest. 12 Properties have been purchased by our clients in the last 10 weeks. The Greater Atlanta Area has been profiled by quite a few investor gurus as a place to buy an investment (see the article here). We particularly like these three specific opportunities: A new home single-family community in Cartersville Georgia. Cartersville has appreciated at over 9% a year … [Read more...]
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