Monday, January 22nd, 2024
For Week Ending January 13, 2024
Fannie Mae’s Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI) climbed nearly three points to 67.2 in December and was up 6.2 points year-over-year, according to the latest National Housing Survey®. The rise was attributed to increasing consumer optimism about mortgage rates, with a survey-high 31% of respondents indicating they expect mortgage rates will decline over the next 12 months. Homeowners, in particular, had greater optimism about the future of mortgage rates than renters, which could encourage some would-be sellers to list their homes this year, helping to increase the supply of existing homes for sale.
IN THE TWIN CITIES REGION, FOR THE WEEK ENDING JANUARY 13:
- New Listings increased 14.5% to 900
- Pending Sales increased 2.6% to 560
- Inventory decreased 4.2% to 6,397
FOR THE MONTH OF DECEMBER:
- Median Sales Price increased 1.3% to $353,700
- Days on Market remained flat at 50
- Percent of Original List Price Received increased 0.4% to 96.7%
- Months Supply of Homes For Sale increased 13.3% to 1.7
All comparisons are to 2023
Click here for the full Weekly Market Activity Report. From MAAR Market Data News.
Posted in Inventory
Thursday, January 18th, 2024
January 18, 2024
Mortgage rates decreased this week, reaching their lowest level since May of 2023. This is an encouraging development for the housing market and in particular first-time homebuyers who are sensitive to changes in housing affordability. However, as purchase demand continues to thaw, it will put more pressure on already depleted inventory for sale.
Information provided by Freddie Mac.
Posted in Interest Rates
Tuesday, January 16th, 2024
For Week Ending January 6, 2024
Median priced single-family homes and condos were less affordable compared to historical averages in 99% of counties nationwide in the 4th quarter of 2023, according to ATTOM’s Q4 2023 U.S. Home Affordability Report. Major homeownership expenses currently take up 33.7% of the average national wage, a slight improvement from the third quarter, when major expenses consumed 35% of the average national wage. ATTOM reports homeowners need an annual income of more than $75,000 to afford a home in approximately 57% of the county markets in the report.
IN THE TWIN CITIES REGION, FOR THE WEEK ENDING JANUARY 6:
- New Listings increased 3.9% to 853
- Pending Sales increased 19.3% to 476
- Inventory decreased 2.7% to 6,382
FOR THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER:
- Median Sales Price increased 2.2% to $362,550
- Days on Market remained flat at 40
- Percent of Original List Price Received increased 0.2% to 97.4%
- Months Supply of Homes For Sale increased 15.8% to 2.2
All comparisons are to 2023
Click here for the full Weekly Market Activity Report. From MAAR Market Data News.
Posted in Inventory
Thursday, January 11th, 2024
January 11, 2024
Mortgage rates have not moved materially over the last three weeks and remain in the mid-six percent range, which has marginally increased homebuyer demand. Even this slight uptick in demand, combined with inventory that remains tight, continues to cause prices to rise faster than incomes, meaning affordability remains a major headwind for buyers. Potential homebuyers should look closely at existing state and local resources, such as down payment assistance programs, which can considerably help defray closing costs.
Information provided by Freddie Mac.
Posted in Interest Rates
Monday, January 8th, 2024
For Week Ending December 30, 2023
U.S housing starts surged following the drop in mortgage rates, jumping 14.8% from the previous month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1,560,000 units, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The latest reading was boosted by an increase in single-family starts, which climbed 18% from the previous month. Housing completions were also up, rising 5% month-over-month. The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage has fallen more than one percentage point since its peak in late October, leading to an increase in building activity and builder sentiment.
IN THE TWIN CITIES REGION, FOR THE WEEK ENDING DECEMBER 30:
- New Listings increased 6.7% to 366
- Pending Sales increased 1.2% to 413
- Inventory decreased 5.3% to 6,831
FOR THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER:
- Median Sales Price increased 2.2% to $362,550
- Days on Market remained flat at 40
- Percent of Original List Price Received increased 0.2% to 97.4%
- Months Supply of Homes For Sale increased 15.8% to 2.2
All comparisons are to 2022
Click here for the full Weekly Market Activity Report. From MAAR Market Data News.
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