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This Month  in Real Estate Released: June 11, 2009 Commentary……………………………………. 2 The Numbers That Drive Real Estate………… 4 Recent Government Action……………………. 10 Research for Buyers and Sellers………………. 13
Green Shoots of Recovery Predictions by the Keller Center at Baylor University appear to be on target. A poll of 840 economists last year suggested the housing market would recover this year with a slow rejuvenation in sales, strengthening prices and mortgage rates staying relatively steady for the year. Approximately 75% of economists predicted that the market would bottom at the end of this year. More than half expected a bottom by the second quarter of 2009.  Pending home sales, a leading indicator for the housing sector, recorded the largest monthly gain since October 2001. Favorable market conditions continue to encourage buyers into the market. Housing affordability remains in record territory with 30-year mortgage rates hovering around 5%, home prices approximately 30% below levels seen during the 2006 peak, and an abundance of homes on the market. A rise in construction spending on the back of increasing builder confidence and the slowing rate of job losses are also pointing toward a possible turnaround.
Green Shoots of Recovery First-time buyers continue to drive activity to the benefit of trade-up or repeat buyers. Their flurry of activity owes much to the $8,000 first-time buyer tax credit. In April first-time buyers accounted for 40% of all home sales, and the trend is expected to spur more activity in the coming months. “Since first-time buyers must finalize their purchase by November 30, 2009,  to get the credit, we expect greater activity in the months ahead, and that should spark more sales by repeat buyers,” according to Lawrence Yun, NAR chief economist.  A recent change this month allows qualified first-time home buyers to use the tax credit to help pay closing costs on FHA loans or to buy down the interest rate or make a larger down payment.
The Numbers That Drive Real Estate
Home Sales In Thousands  Actual Home Sales Up 16% from last month Latest data release: May 27, 2009 Source: National Association of Realtors Existing home sales rose for the third straight month, building on gains in the previous two months. While first-time buyers continue to be an important driving force in the housing recovery, more repeat home buyers are entering the market, indicating rising confidence in the market conditions.
Median Home Price In Thousands Latest data release: May 27, 2009 Source: National Association of Realtors Home prices edged up 0.2% over the previous month, adding to increasing signs of market stabilization. However, prices are still lower than the same time a year ago. Foreclosures and short sales, which accounted for 45% of April sales, continue to skew the median price downward, as these properties are typically sold at a larger discount in comparison to traditional sales. Distressed sales, however, are helping the market trim off considerable stock of unsold homes in areas with large inventory overhangs.
Inventory  -   In Millions Number of homes available for sale There are 13% fewer homes on the market than the same time last year. The number of homes on the market did increase from the previous month, but this is typical as more sellers tend to enter the market during the spring and summer months. Latest data release: May 27, 2009 Source: National Association of Realtors Number of Homes Available for Sale (in Millions)
Mortgage Rates  30-Year Fixed Source: Freddie Mac  Mortgage rates increased to a twenty-five-week high of 5.29% in the first week of June. This is the highest weekly rate for 30-year fixed rate mortgages so far this year, but it is still significantly lower than the 6.09 rate the same time last year. Average Weekly Mortgage Rates
Affordability  -   % of Income The percentage of a median family’s income required to make mortgage payments on a median-priced home Affordability as of April every year. Calculations assume a 20% down payment. Source: National Association of Realtors Low mortgage rates and home prices, the $8,000 tax credit, and a large stock of homes on the market are continuing to contribute to favorable buying conditions. Housing affordability continues to remain at record levels. The median mortgage payment now consumes 14% of family income in comparison to 19% a year ago. % of Income Required for Mortgage Payments on a Median-Priced Home
Recent Government Action
Credit Card Bill Signed to Protect Consumers May 22, 2009   Source:  The Washington Post  and  U.S, News & World Report This law will take effect in February 2010. ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Tax Credit Can Now Be Used for Closing Costs May 29, 2009 First-time home buyers can now access cash to help them finance their home purchase through FHA-approved lenders. Buyers must still come up with at least a minimum 3.5% down payment, which can be a gift from a family member, employer, or nonprofit, charitable organization. While the funds cannot go toward the minimum down payment requirement, they can be used to lower monthly payments by buying down interest rates, increasing the down payment to lower the monthly payment and build up equity or using the funds toward closing costs. Find out more here: http://www.realtor.org/home_buyers_and_sellers/2009_first_time_home_buyer_tax_credit Source: National Association of Realtors
Research for Buyers and Sellers
Homeowners Continue to Reap Tax Advantages  ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Many of the costs of owning a home are deductible from individual federal income taxes.  ,[object Object]
5 Feng Shui Concepts to Help a Home Sell ,[object Object],To put the best face on a listing and appeal to buyers who follow feng shui principles, keep these tips in mind . ,[object Object],Reprinted from REALTOR® magazine (REALTOR.org/realtormag) with permission of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®.  Copyright 2009. All rights reserved.
5 Feng Shui Concepts to Help a Home Sell  ,[object Object],[object Object],Reprinted from REALTOR® magazine (REALTOR.org/realtormag) with permission of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®.  Copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Source:  Sell Your Home Faster with Feng Shui  by Holly Ziegler ,[object Object]
Your Local Market Although it is important to stay informed about what is going on in the national economy and housing market, many different factors impact the real estate market in your area.  Talk to your Keller Williams agent for assistance interpreting the conditions in your local market .   Keller Williams agents are equipped with all the knowledge and information to help navigate you through the process of buying or selling a home in this challenging market.
 
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This Month in Real Estate

  • 1. This Month in Real Estate Released: June 11, 2009 Commentary……………………………………. 2 The Numbers That Drive Real Estate………… 4 Recent Government Action……………………. 10 Research for Buyers and Sellers………………. 13
  • 2. Green Shoots of Recovery Predictions by the Keller Center at Baylor University appear to be on target. A poll of 840 economists last year suggested the housing market would recover this year with a slow rejuvenation in sales, strengthening prices and mortgage rates staying relatively steady for the year. Approximately 75% of economists predicted that the market would bottom at the end of this year. More than half expected a bottom by the second quarter of 2009. Pending home sales, a leading indicator for the housing sector, recorded the largest monthly gain since October 2001. Favorable market conditions continue to encourage buyers into the market. Housing affordability remains in record territory with 30-year mortgage rates hovering around 5%, home prices approximately 30% below levels seen during the 2006 peak, and an abundance of homes on the market. A rise in construction spending on the back of increasing builder confidence and the slowing rate of job losses are also pointing toward a possible turnaround.
  • 3. Green Shoots of Recovery First-time buyers continue to drive activity to the benefit of trade-up or repeat buyers. Their flurry of activity owes much to the $8,000 first-time buyer tax credit. In April first-time buyers accounted for 40% of all home sales, and the trend is expected to spur more activity in the coming months. “Since first-time buyers must finalize their purchase by November 30, 2009, to get the credit, we expect greater activity in the months ahead, and that should spark more sales by repeat buyers,” according to Lawrence Yun, NAR chief economist. A recent change this month allows qualified first-time home buyers to use the tax credit to help pay closing costs on FHA loans or to buy down the interest rate or make a larger down payment.
  • 4. The Numbers That Drive Real Estate
  • 5. Home Sales In Thousands Actual Home Sales Up 16% from last month Latest data release: May 27, 2009 Source: National Association of Realtors Existing home sales rose for the third straight month, building on gains in the previous two months. While first-time buyers continue to be an important driving force in the housing recovery, more repeat home buyers are entering the market, indicating rising confidence in the market conditions.
  • 6. Median Home Price In Thousands Latest data release: May 27, 2009 Source: National Association of Realtors Home prices edged up 0.2% over the previous month, adding to increasing signs of market stabilization. However, prices are still lower than the same time a year ago. Foreclosures and short sales, which accounted for 45% of April sales, continue to skew the median price downward, as these properties are typically sold at a larger discount in comparison to traditional sales. Distressed sales, however, are helping the market trim off considerable stock of unsold homes in areas with large inventory overhangs.
  • 7. Inventory - In Millions Number of homes available for sale There are 13% fewer homes on the market than the same time last year. The number of homes on the market did increase from the previous month, but this is typical as more sellers tend to enter the market during the spring and summer months. Latest data release: May 27, 2009 Source: National Association of Realtors Number of Homes Available for Sale (in Millions)
  • 8. Mortgage Rates 30-Year Fixed Source: Freddie Mac Mortgage rates increased to a twenty-five-week high of 5.29% in the first week of June. This is the highest weekly rate for 30-year fixed rate mortgages so far this year, but it is still significantly lower than the 6.09 rate the same time last year. Average Weekly Mortgage Rates
  • 9. Affordability - % of Income The percentage of a median family’s income required to make mortgage payments on a median-priced home Affordability as of April every year. Calculations assume a 20% down payment. Source: National Association of Realtors Low mortgage rates and home prices, the $8,000 tax credit, and a large stock of homes on the market are continuing to contribute to favorable buying conditions. Housing affordability continues to remain at record levels. The median mortgage payment now consumes 14% of family income in comparison to 19% a year ago. % of Income Required for Mortgage Payments on a Median-Priced Home
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  • 12. Tax Credit Can Now Be Used for Closing Costs May 29, 2009 First-time home buyers can now access cash to help them finance their home purchase through FHA-approved lenders. Buyers must still come up with at least a minimum 3.5% down payment, which can be a gift from a family member, employer, or nonprofit, charitable organization. While the funds cannot go toward the minimum down payment requirement, they can be used to lower monthly payments by buying down interest rates, increasing the down payment to lower the monthly payment and build up equity or using the funds toward closing costs. Find out more here: http://www.realtor.org/home_buyers_and_sellers/2009_first_time_home_buyer_tax_credit Source: National Association of Realtors
  • 13. Research for Buyers and Sellers
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  • 17. Your Local Market Although it is important to stay informed about what is going on in the national economy and housing market, many different factors impact the real estate market in your area. Talk to your Keller Williams agent for assistance interpreting the conditions in your local market . Keller Williams agents are equipped with all the knowledge and information to help navigate you through the process of buying or selling a home in this challenging market.
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