AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMortgage Rates: Freddie Mac says the 30-year fixed rate rose to 6.95% (just below 7%), adding hundreds to monthly costs and pushing more buyers to delay. Best Time to Buy: One report points to a short seasonal window—Sept. 27 to Oct. 3—when competition typically dips and negotiation room grows, even as rates hover near 7%. Builder Warning: Lennar CEO Stuart Miller says homebuyers are “clearly stretching” as rates and prices squeeze budgets, especially for families trying to both save a down payment and qualify for a loan. Buyer Leverage: In the Triangle, more listings and fewer buyers are creating a rare buyer’s market, with prices down year over year. Affordability Pressure: Utah renters are increasingly priced out—90% can’t afford to buy—while the average home sits around $520,000. Local Reality Checks: Fort Meade residents are dealing with a second-week boil-water notice that’s also tied to home flooding and insurance/repair headaches. Policy Watch: The U.S. House passed a Russia sanctions bill that could trigger up to 100% tariffs on buyers of Russian energy—another cost pressure that could ripple into housing-related expenses. Homebuyer Tactics: Preapproval and smart planning are getting more attention as rates stay elevated.
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