Are you thinking about buying a home but unsure if now is the right time, or if waiting might be better? With home prices continually shifting, it's normal to question if they might drop soon, especially with changes in interest rates on the horizon. It's also crucial to consider the current housing inventory — is there an abundance of homes available, or are options limited?

Another important aspect to consider is how foreclosures impact the housing market and who is actually able to purchase homes in today's economy. Additionally, refinancing can play a significant role in your home buying process. It might enable you to buy a home sooner than you think by making the financing more manageable. A final piece of advice: don't put off getting pre-approved for a mortgage. The sooner you start working on improving your credit score, the better your chances of securing a lower interest rate and reducing your monthly payments.

Check out our resources below for important links!

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Gain insight into the relationship between home values and interest rates
• Foreclosure trends and impact
• Home buying motivations amid high interest rates
• Future interest rate predictions and effects on buying
• The refinancing process and its benefits

RESOURCES:

ATTOM Article: Foreclosure Stats https://www.attomdata.com/news/market-trends/foreclosures/u-s-foreclosure-activity-continues-to-see-an-annual-increase/

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Homeowners that are <5% Rate https://thehill.com/business/4404959-nearly-nine-in-10-us-homeowners-have-mortgage-rate-below-6-percent-report/#:~:text=More%20than%20three%2Dquarters%20of,3%20percent%2C%20according%20to%20Redfin

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