AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoBuyer Assistance: Illinois announced a $156 million housing package, including $9,000 in down-payment or closing-cost help for eligible first-time buyers and support for new construction. Affordability: Just 19% of California households could afford a median-priced home in the third quarter; buyers needed a $228,000 annual income, with a typical monthly payment of $5,700. Market Trends: UK house-price growth slowed to 0.5% in October, its weakest pace since January 2024, as mortgage costs and economic uncertainty weighed on buyers. Rent vs. Buy: Renting a starter home still costs less than buying in all 50 largest U.S. metros, though the gap is narrowing as home prices ease. First-Time Buyers: First-home buyers reached a record 29.5% of New Zealand property sales, while advisers urged buyers to check KiwiSaver withdrawal eligibility before making an offer. In Sydney, a first-time buyer secured a Randwick apartment for $1.01 million, below the reserve.
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