housing market is shifting closer to favoring buyers

housing market is shifting closer to favoring buyers

The housing market moved further in the direction of buyers last month as the markets that cooled the fastest in response to quickly rising interest rates and home prices continued to moderate, according to the Knock Buyer-Seller Market Index released today. At the same time, many strongholds show no sign of slowing down and some are expected to gain momentum over the next year.

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are new real estate listings in new haven county signaling a tipping point for CT homebuyers?

are new real estate listings in new haven county signaling a tipping point for CT homebuyers?

After two-thirds of New Haven County cities and towns generated sufficient numbers of new home listings to replace those sold in the third quarter, the market remained balanced into December, signaling a break in the high prices that have thwarted many Connecticut buyers during the pandemic real estate market.

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denver housing market 2022

denver housing market 2022

The Denver housing market is one of Colorado’s most active as the state capital is home to many employers and is one of the Mountain West’s largest cities.

People also have been flocking to the Mile High City from more expensive cities in search of a cheaper cost of living and to work remotely in the Rocky Mountains.

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connecticut’s Q3 market report shows prices holding steady, inventory down

connecticut’s Q3 market report shows prices holding steady, inventory down

The year-to-date Ridgefield real estate market is a mixed bag of results due to a lack of inventory. While we had a strong third quarter, the number of sales - and as a result - the overall sales volume, was down 24% and 19% respectively over the same time in 2021. However, the good news is that prices are holding steady.

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as denver’s real estate market cools, mortgage rates top 7% for the first time since 2002

as denver’s real estate market cools, mortgage rates top 7% for the first time since 2002

“As inflation endures, consumers are seeing higher costs at every turn, causing further declines in consumer confidence this month,” Khater explained in a statement. “In fact, many potential homebuyers are choosing to wait and see where the housing market will end up, pushing demand and home prices further downward.”

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state okays fairfield schools timeline toward redistricting, addressing racial balance

state okays fairfield schools timeline toward redistricting, addressing racial balance

FAIRFIELD - The State Board of Education on Wednesday approved an agreement... the district received updated enrollment projections from the SLAM Collaborative, a demographic firm, in late June, but that the estimates came “with some caution” because of the fluctuating real-estate market.

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a benefit concert in the park | shelter + project i see you

a benefit concert in the park | shelter + project i see you

Here at SHELTER, our core mission is changing lives through real estate and partnering through volunteer work, sponsorships, and events with a non-profit like Project I See You takes our mission to a whole new level. And the truth is, we couldn't reach our mission without each of you!

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home prices are finally falling. here's what to expect with the CT real estate market

home prices are finally falling. here's what to expect with the CT real estate market

With the New York City region continuing to hold its own on real estate prices, Connecticut home owners are testing the autumn market with new listings — though some with existing listings are cutting their prices as buyers cope with higher mortgage rates and the overall impact of inflation.

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4 predictions for denver’s (cooling-off?) real estate market

4 predictions for denver’s (cooling-off?) real estate market

Waiting until prices plateau to buy won’t necessarily save you money though. “The more the bubble pops,” Gill says, “the higher the interest rates have gone. So your bottom-line expenses are either going to be the same or cost more if you don’t get into the market now.”

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times take on affordable housing lacks evidence, balance

times take on affordable housing lacks evidence, balance

It’s important to address some of the claims and assumptions made in Ms. Lisa Prevost’s recent piece in the NY Times, Town After Town, Residents Are Fighting Affordable Housing in Connecticut.

The piece spurred a lot of discussion in many towns in the Nutmeg State and as an elected zoning commissioner in the Town of Fairfield and long-time neighborhood and environmental advocate, I’d like to set the record straight on 8-30g, Connecticut’s affordable housing law which allows developers to override local zoning regulations.

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denver’s real estate market could balance out for the first time in 16 years

denver’s real estate market could balance out for the first time in 16 years

“The market is entering a period of neutrality where the bullish ways of extreme markets make way for a stage of compromise, with buyers and sellers working together for a win-win experience,” wrote Levinson-Katz.

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