New Home Construction Slows Across North America in 2022

Slowdowns Specifically Strong in Post-Covid Hot Markets According to the latest findings from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Home Building Geography Index (HBGI) for the third quarter of 2022, the big jump in single-family home building activity that occurred in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic in large metro outlying counties and exurban…

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Global Home Prices Still Rising in 2022, But at Much Slower Pace

Yet South Korea, Hong Kong, Peru, China, New Zealand and Morocco experienced price declines in Q3 According to international property consultant Knight Frank, house prices across 56 countries and territories are still rising at a rate of 8.8% per annum, down from 10.9% at their peak in Q1 2022. However, in real terms, when accounting…

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Greater Las Vegas Area Home Sales Down Again in November

Seventh Consecutive Monthly market decline since last May According to Las Vegas Realtors, the recent slowdown in the local housing market continued, with declining home prices and sales. LVR reported that the median price of existing single-family homes sold in Southern Nevada during November 2022 was $430,990. That’s down 2% from October, and down from…

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Why Buying a Home May Make More Sense Than Renting [INFOGRAPHIC]

Why Buying a Home May Make More Sense Than Renting [INFOGRAPHIC] | Keeping Current Matters

Some Highlights

  • If you’re trying to decide whether to rent or buy a home, consider the advantages homeownership offers.
  • Buying a home can help you escape the cycle of rising rents, it’s a powerful wealth-building tool, and it’s typically considered a good hedge against inflation.
  • If you’re ready to take advantage of the benefits of homeownership, let’s connect to explore your options.
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A Crucial First Step: Mortgage Pre-Approval [INFOGRAPHIC]

A Crucial First Step: Mortgage Pre-Approval [INFOGRAPHIC] | Keeping Current Matters

Some Highlights

  • Mortgage pre-approval means a lender has reviewed your finances and, based on factors like your income, debt, and credit history, determined how much you’re qualified to borrow.
  • Being pre-approved for a loan can give you clarity while planning your homebuying budget, confidence in your ability to secure a loan, and helps sellers know your offer is serious.
  • Connect with a trusted professional to learn more and start your homebuying process today.
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