The climate of the current housing market it still a positive one. Housing trends that we have seen in the past year will continue for the most part especially these highlighted trends. According to reports, unemployment is low and the overall economy is in good shape, making home ownership still a viable option.
Home Prices Are Rising Slowly: Part of the reason is due to increased mortgage rates and the overall economy. Uncertainty tends to discourage buyers who may already been on the fence. In addition, over the past few years, home prices increased as buyers competed for fewer homes.
Interest Rates May Be on the Rise: After years at a standstill, interest rates are forecasted to increase an average of 5% on a 30-year mortgage. The Federal Reserve raises the rates to help stabilize the economy and controlling inflation. Rising rates make homes less affordable.
Majority of Home Buyers Are Millennials: Most are in stable careers and with getting older, they are looking to buy their first homes in middle to upper-middle class neighborhoods. Baby boomers are retiring and downsizing, thrusting the millennials into leading the market.
Home Equity Will Still Increase-In 2018 the estimated equity increase was 2-6%, that is predicted to continue into 2020.
Urban Centers & Main Metro Areas are Getting Expensive: Cities that adjourn or are within easy commuting distance of main urban areas are suddenly seeing HUGE growth on the market. Here in Salt Lake, that means we are seeing areas like Murray, Millcreek, Holladay, Rose Park and Sandy explode!
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