No Bubble Burst in 2006
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No Bubble Burst in 2006
Overview
The real estate market in 2006 shows no signs of a bubble burst, with analysts from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) predicting it will be the second-best year in history for residential sales.
Key Points
Stable Market Trends
While home sales are slightly declining from previous highs, they are expected to stabilize at a higher level than past peaks, according to David Lereah, NAR's chief economist. This adjustment towards a balanced market is seen as beneficial.
Mortgage Rates and Sales Predictions
Although mortgage rates have slightly dipped recently, they are projected to rise to around 6.6% for a 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage during the year. In 2005, existing home sales were estimated at 7.1 million units but are expected to decrease by about 3.7% to 6.84 million units in 2006. Similarly, new home sales, which hit 1.29 million units in 2005, might drop by 4.8% to 1.23 million units, marking this year as the second-highest for new home sales.
Builder Confidence and Market Health
Dave Wilson, president of the National Association of Home Builders, notes that despite some reduction in buyer demand due to high prices and rising interest rates, the housing market remains fundamentally healthy. Builders are offering incentives to sustain sales, and confidence among home builders, although lower than summer levels, remains positive.
Homeownership as a Wise Investment
Thomas Stevens, NAR president, reassures that homeownership continues to be a sound investment, famously stating that owning a home beats "a drawer full of rent receipts."
In summary, while the market is transitioning, 2006 is set to be a robust year for real estate, reinforcing the long-term value of homeownership.
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