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As you navigate the decision to buy or sell a home, understanding the current trajectory of home prices is crucial. Here’s the latest information you need. Despite prevailing confusion and misinformation, national trends indicate that home prices continue to rise in most markets (refer to the graphs below): In early 2022, there was a significant surge in home prices, a trend that proved unsustainable. Consequently, the latter half of 2022 saw a correction with minor price dips, which were short-lived. Despite media emphasis on these decreases, the bigger picture is more optimistic. 2023 marks a return to rising home prices, […]

Recent Fannie Mae data reveals that 23% of Americans anticipate a decline in home prices over the next year. What’s behind this belief shared by about one in every four people? Much of this sentiment can be traced back to pervasive pessimism surrounding home prices throughout the past year. Media reports since late 2022 have stoked fears of a market crash, and these anxieties persist. It’s common to hear concerns about falling home prices from people around you or to encounter such predictions from influencers on social media. If you’re among those who expect a drop in home prices, consider

Embarking on the journey of buying a new home or selling your existing one can be an emotional rollercoaster, especially with the fluctuating housing prices. This experience often intertwines financial aspirations, uncertainties, and a touch of anxiety, a path many have tread before. However, for those hesitating to make a move due to fears of a potential drop in home prices, it’s essential to recognize that the trend is not pointing downwards. Contrary to these concerns, national statistics from various sources (Black Knight, Zillow, and Freddie Mac) indicate a consistent rise in home prices this year (refer to the accompanying