More and more expert insights point to a healthy housing market as an economic recovery begins!6/19/2020 More and more expert insights point to a healthy housing market as an economic recovery begins. DM me to talk about how this may play out for you in our local housing market.
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According to the WSJ, 85.3% of economists believe an economic recovery will begin in the second half of 2020. Let's connect to discuss how the expert forecast may influence your plans in the housing market this year.
#TopGranbyRealtor #StephenSimard #ExpRealty #GranbyRealEstate #GranbyConnecticut #FindyourGranbyhome #Newhomesforsale #SimardRealtyGroup #Granbyhomesforsale #JoinExpRealty #Simsburyhomes After a slowdown in the traditional spring real estate season, buyers are actively looking for homes to purchase. Is your house ready to sell while demand is hot? DM me to learn more about listing your house as the new spring real estate market heats up this summer.
#summeristhenewspring #housingmarket #realestate #homeownership #realestateadvice #realestateblog #realestatemarket #realestateexperts #realestateagents #instarealestate #instarealtor #realestatetipsoftheday #realestatetipsandadvice #bloomberg #keepingcurrentmatters One of the bright spots of the 2020 real estate market is the growth in equity homeowners are experiencing across the country. According to the recently released Homeowner Equity Insights Report from CoreLogic, in nearly every state there was a year-over-year first-quarter equity increase, averaging out to a 6.5% overall gain. The report notes: “CoreLogic analysis shows U.S. homeowners with mortgages (roughly 63% of all properties) have seen their equity increase by a total of nearly $590 billion since the first quarter of 2019, an increase of 6.5%, year over year.” (See map below): This means that “In the first quarter of 2020, the average homeowner gained approximately $9,600 in equity during the past year.”
That’s a huge win for homeowners, especially for those looking to sell their houses and make a move this summer. Having equity to re-invest in your next home is a major force that can make moving a reality, especially while buyers are expressing such a high demand for homes to purchase. Frank Martell, President and CEO of CoreLogic addresses the potential long-term outlook and how homeowners will likely fare much more positively through the current recession than many did during the last one: “Many homeowners will experience a recession during their lifetime, and it is reasonable to compare the current recession to those in the past. But the comparison is not apples to apples — every recession is different. Primary drivers of the Great Recession were an overbuilt housing stock, risky mortgages and the collapse of home prices, creating a massive increase in negative equity that proved difficult to recover from. Today’s housing environment has low vacancy and delinquency rates and a large home equity cushion.” Bottom Line Now is a great time to consider leveraging your equity and making a move, especially while buyer interest is high. Contact a local real estate professional to explore your equity position and make your next move a reality. SOURCE KCM #ForSellers #MoveUpBuyers #SimardRealtyGroup #eXpRealty When you’re ready to buy, homeownership is an incredibly sound investment in your financial future. DM me about your homeownership goals so we can begin planning your family’s move toward a growing net worth this year.
#networth #nationalhomeownershipmonth #firsttimehomebuyer #opportunity #housingmarket #househunting #makememove #homegoals #houseshopping #housegoals #locationlocationlocation #starterhome #dreamhome #curbappeal #keepingcurrentmatters The Wall Street Journal just released their latest monthly Survey of Economists. In an article on the findings, they reported: “The U.S. economy will be in recovery by the third quarter of this year, economists said in a survey that also concluded the labor market will fare better than previously expected following the effects of the coronavirus pandemic.” Clearly, the latest jobs report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics confirmed the labor market is outperforming expectations, as it revealed that 2.5 million jobs were added. Directly before the release, experts forecasted that we would lose over 8 million jobs. A second revelation indicating the economy is already about to turn around was also somewhat unexpected. More than 9 out of 10 economists surveyed believe the recovery has already begun this quarter or will begin in the third quarter. Here are the results of the survey question asking when the recovery will begin: The survey also asked what type of recovery the economists expect. More than 8 out of 10 believe it will be a form of a ‘V’ recovery:
Others call for a ‘U’ with a prolonged bottom. A very small percentage project the dreaded ‘L’ recovery, which is no recovery at all for the foreseeable future (think of the Great Recession). Here’s the breakdown: Bottom LineThough we still have a long and difficult journey ahead, it appears the worst for both the economy and the unemployment situation may be in our rearview mirror.
SOURCE KCM #Economy #HousingMarket #Recovery #SimardRealtyGroup #eXpRealty A recent survey by Lending Tree tapped into behaviors of over 1,000 prospective buyers. The results indicated 53% of all homebuyers are more likely to buy a home in the next year, even amid the current health crisis. The survey further revealed why, naming several reasons buyers are more likely to move this year (see graph below) Let’s break down why these are a few of the key factors motivating buyers to actively engage in the home search process, and the corresponding wins for sellers as well. 1. Low Mortgage Rates The biggest reason potential homebuyers indicated they’re eager to purchase this year is due to current mortgage rates, which are hovering near all-time lows. Today’s low rates are making it more affordable than ever to buy a home, which is a huge incentive for purchasers. In fact, 67% of respondents in the Lending Tree survey want to take advantage of low mortgage rates. This is no surprise when comparing historic mortgage rates by decade (see below): Sam Khater, Chief Economist at Freddie Mac recently said:
“As the economy is slowly rebounding, all signs continue to point to a solid recovery in home sales activity heading into the summer as prospective buyers jump back into the market. Low mortgage rates are a key factor in this recovery.” 2. Reduced Spending Some people have also been able to save a little extra money over the past few months while sheltering in place. One of the upsides of staying home recently is that many have been able to work remotely and minimize extra spending on things like commuting expenses, social events, and more. For those who fall into this category, they may have a bit more saved up for down payments and closing costs, making purchasing a home more feasible today. 3. Re-Evaluating Their Space Spending time at home has also given buyers a chance to really evaluate their living space, whether renting or as a current homeowner. With time available to craft a wish list of what they really need in their next home, from more square footage to a more spacious neighborhood, they’re ready to make it happen. What does this mean for buyers and sellers? With these three factors in play, the demand for housing will keep growing this year, especially over the summer as more communities continue their phased approach to reopening. Buyers can take advantage of additional savings and low mortgage rates. And if you’re thinking of selling, know that your home may be in high demand as buyer interest grows and the number of homes for sale continues to dwindle. This may be your moment to list your house and make a move into a new space as well. Bottom Line If you’re ready to buy or sell – or maybe both – reach out to a local real estate professional to put your plans in motion. With low mortgage rates leading the way, it’s a great time to take advantage of your position in today’s market. SOURCE KCM #FirstTimeHomeBuyers #ForSellers #ForBuyers #SimardRealtyGroup #joineXpRealty Every year, Gallup conducts a survey of Americans to determine their choice for the best long-term investment. Respondents are asked to select real estate, stocks/mutual funds, gold, savings accounts/CDs, or bonds. For the seventh year in a row, real estate has come out on top as the best long-term investment. Gallup explained: “Real estate remains the most favored investment to Americans, as has been the case since 2013, when the housing market was on the rebound. More than a third of Americans have named real estate as the top investment since 2016.” This year’s results indicated 35% of Americans chose real estate, followed by stocks at 21%. The full results covering the last decade are shown in the chart below: Bottom LineThe belief of the American people in the stability of housing as a long-term investment remains strong, even through the many challenges our economy faces today.
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