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- The U.S. median home price rose 2.1% year over year to $395,000 in August, even as home sales fell 4.3% and for-sale inventory increased 5.4%, according to new Homes.com data.
- Home price growth was strongest in several Midwest markets and in San Francisco, where prices jumped 8.5%, while Austin, Texas, saw the largest annual decline at 7.8%.
- The data suggests that buyers remain active but are becoming more selective, especially as mortgage rates rise, according to Brad Case, chief residential economist at Homes.com.
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Exclusive: US home prices rise despite slower sales, rising inventory - Homes.com News Home prices keep rising even as sales slow and inventory builds.In August, the median home sales price in the U.S. climbed to $395,000, a 2.1%

If buying is on your radar, now’s a good time to plant the seed with your agent and start getting prepared. One of the perks of buying in the fall? You could be settled into your new home just in time for the holidays.

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Focus on what payment you can comfortably afford and having emergency funds - Need a mortgage lender recommendation? DM me.

Buyers have a lot of negotiating power in this market.

Seeing 3 “For Sale” signs on the same street can make you wonder, “Is there something wrong with the neighborhood?”

In this case, the answer is no.

I know the stories behind these homes, and I can tell you there are very different reasons each one is for sale. The neighborhood itself isn’t the issue.

Don’t let the number of signs make you overlook a great opportunity. 🏡

DM me if you want the details or would like to schedule a private showing.

Upcoming events - Something to do after you visit our open houses. DM for details.

There are so many homes in coming soon status. These homes don’t get advertised on Zillow and they are only on MLS. So if you have been eyeing a neighborhood, and want to know what’s coming or even get a deal done before it officially hits the market, reach out!

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