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Housing Market

Why You Can’t Compare Now to the ‘Unicorn’ Years of the Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

Key Takeaway Comparing housing market metrics from one year to another can be challenging in a regular housing market – and the last few years have been anything but ordinary. In a way, they were ‘unicorn’ years. Expect unsettling housing market headlines this year, primarily due to unfair comparisons with the ‘unicorn’ years. Let’s connect so I can share the data that puts those Continue Reading

Real Estate

Today’s Real Estate Market: The ‘Unicorns’ Have Galloped Off

  Comparing real estate metrics from one year to another can be challenging in a normal housing market. That’s due to possible variability in the market, making the comparison less meaningful or accurate. Unpredictable events can significantly impact the circumstances and outcomes being compared.  Comparing this year’s numbers to the two ‘unicorn’ years we just experienced is Continue Reading

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Manhattan Market, May 5th, 2023

Manhattan Market Report for the week ending May 5, 2023, Supply closed out at 7,365, up 2%.  Pending Sales increase and sits at 2,955; off-market listings (delisting)  maintain the market pulse at a .41% level. At the spring topping point.  The seller's liquidity is here, so take action.  We are at the top of the peak selling season, so in another 45 days, the summer lull Continue Reading

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Manhattan Market Report, April 28, 2023

Manhattan Market Report for the week ending April 28, 2023, Supply closed out at 7,273, up 2%.  Pending Sales at 2,911 and off-market listings (delisting)  maintain the market pulse at a .40% level. Buyers are in the market and interested in homes in good condition that are priced by the market.  Those properties go into contract within 30 days.  Those properties lingering for Continue Reading

Manhattan Market Report, April 21, 2023

Manhattan Market Report for the week ending April 21, 2023, Supply closed out at 7,092.  Pending Sales at 2,898 and off-market listings (delisting)  maintain the market pulse at a .41% level.  Mortgage Rates Mortgage rates increased for the first time in over a month due to shifting market expectations. Home prices have stabilized somewhat, but with supply tight and rates Continue Reading

Manhattan Market Report

Manhattan Market Report, February 24, 2023

Manhattan Market Report for the week ending February 24th, Supply closed out at 6,173 and trending up 2%.  Pending Sales at 2,240 and off-market listings (delisting)  maintain the market pulse at a .36% level.  Demand is ticking higher.  Two consecutive upticks in "demand," and hopefully, it will remain for the spring season.  This was a short holiday week. We are on trend Continue Reading

Mortgage rates

What You Should Know About Rising Mortgage Rates

  After steadily falling over the winter, mortgage rates have started to rise in recent weeks. This is concerning to some potential homebuyers as the combination of higher mortgage rates and higher prices have made homes less affordable. So, if you’re planning to purchase a home this year, you too may be wondering if now’s the right time to buy or if you should hold Continue Reading

Build Wealth

One Major Benefit of Investing in a Home

  One of the many reasons to buy a home is that it’s a significant way to build wealth and gain financial stability. According to Freddie Mac: “Building equity through your monthly principal payments and appreciation is a critical part of homeownership that can help you create financial stability.” With spring approaching, now’s a great time to consider if buying a Continue Reading

Manhattan Market Report

Manhattan Market Report, February 17, 2023

Manhattan Market Report for the week ending February 17th, Supply closed out at 6,071 and trends up.  Pending Sales at 2,198 and off-market listings (delisting) maintain the market pulse at a .36% level.   In the past few weeks, spurred by the good weather and lower rates the brokerage community is witnessing a more robust buyer activity. Multiple offer situations depend on the Continue Reading

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