Market Outlook

US Buyers Push Past Inflation Fears | Call or Text Me at +1 (305) 859-4733 to Discuss Your Financial Goals Today!

Recent mortgage demand showed momentum, with purchase applications ↑4% weekly and ↑7% yearly, signaling buyers are still active despite inflation concerns today. Overall applications, including refinances, ↑~2% recently as buyers looked beyond a hotter cost-of-living reading and changing mortgage rates for today’s purchase decisions. Federal inflation...

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South Florida Market Outlook Shows Resilience | Call or Text Me at +1 (305) 859-4733 to Discuss Your Financial Goals Today!

An expert expects South Florida housing to hold up despite economic headwinds, helped by a larger base of high-end cash buyers in the region. Cash buyers make up >50% of the market, giving the region demand support from purchasers less sensitive to rising mortgage rates overall. That buyer mix points to a market where rising mortgage rates may weigh less on...

h Florida real estate market commentary by Christopher Lazaro Sunny Isles Beach FL

US Builder Sentiment Sank Again | Call or Text Me at +1 (305) 859-4733 to Discuss Your Financial Goals Today!

US builder sentiment fell to 34 in Early-Q2, missing the 37 expectation and dropping from 38 previously, signaling worsening conditions in residential construction. Key components also weakened: single-family sales fell to 37, buyer traffic slipped to 22, and 6-mo sales expectations dropped to 42. The index stayed below 50 through 2025 and into 2026, a sign that...

Is Now (2025) a Bad Time to Buy a House?

Whether 2025 is a good time to buy a house depends on personal circumstances, local market conditions, and risk tolerance. While optimism exists due to expected lower mortgage rates, many still feel it's not the right time to buy. Key trends indicate that 42% expect mortgage rates to decline, but 38% anticipate rising home prices. The market will remain competitive, especially for first-time buyers....

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Will Miami’s Housing Market Soar in 2025?

Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach is expected to see 18.7% growth in housing sales and prices by 2025. The area, known for its beach communities and tourism-driven economy, is an attractive location for buyers. Outdoor recreation and beautiful beaches contribute to its appeal. However, like many coastal areas, it faces risks related to hurricanes. Deltona-Daytona...