Housing Market Forecast: What’s Ahead for the 2nd Half of 2024

As we move into the second half of 2024, here’s what experts say you should expect for home prices, mortgage rates, and home sales.
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As we move into the second half of 2024, here’s what experts say you should expect for home prices, mortgage rates, and home sales.

Summer is officially here and that means it’s the perfect time to start planning where you want to vacation and unwind this season.

There’s no denying it’s gotten more challenging to buy a home, especially with today’s mortgage rates and home price appreciation.
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According to a recent poll from Gallup, real estate has been voted the best long-term investment for twelve straight years.

You may have heard that there are more brand-new homes available right now than the norm.

If you’ve seen the news lately about home sellers slashing prices, it’s a great example of how headlines do more to terrify than clarify.

If homeownership is on your goal sheet for your future, you’re probably working on your savings.
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If you’re trying to decide if buying a home is worth it, consider the long-term benefits, like building equity as home values grow over time.

If you’ve been looking for a home at the high-end of your market, but haven’t found the right one, you may have put your search on hold.