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America’s hottest neighborhoods: Oregon’s Old Bend district

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With plenty of cash and high incomes, young professionals from bustling metros have made a big imprint on the sleepy ski town of Bend, Oregon. Continue reading →

Consumers reflect shifting market: Here’s what you should know

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Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner dives into how consumers feel about the market based on Fannie Mae’s latest Home Purchase Sentiment Index survey. The incremental shifts across the results indicate that consumers are feeling the market cool. Continue reading →

America’s hottest neighborhoods: Milwaukee’s Northpoint community

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For higher-end buyers, this lakeside neighborhood boasts unparalleled access to both the shoreline and Milwaukee city life. Continue reading →

Despite higher inventory levels, market is still ‘remarkably tight’

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Looking for a little clarity on the news? Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner dives into recent housing data releases and shares why the market is still far from balanced. Continue reading →

Signs of seasonal inventory growth return in strained housing market

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The number of homes for sale rose in June for the second consecutive month but remained far from a full recovery to pre-pandemic levels. Continue reading →

Why home prices aren’t actually as high as they appear

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Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner dives deeper into the topics of inflation and home values, explaining why, contrary to popular opinion, inflation-adjusted house prices really haven’t skyrocketed. Continue reading →

Home affordability drops for first time in more than 2 years

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National home prices were up 14.8 percent from a year ago, “wiping out any affordability boost” from rising household income and low mortgage rates, said First American Chief Economist Mark Fleming. Continue reading →

Zestimates can’t keep up with wild housing market, agents say

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Four agents from around the country talk about the widening gap between Zestimates and MLS home value data as inventory shortages push prices to new highs. Continue reading →

Making sense of the headlines: Why is there a housing shortage?

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Looking for a little clarity on this week’s news? Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner discusses the housing shortage and what drives the price for new homes up. Continue reading →

Making sense of the headlines: What will happen with interest rates?

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Looking for a little clarity on this week’s news? Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner talks through the 30-year mortgage and how rates will move the rest of this year. Continue reading →