Housing Market Fallout
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Housing Market Fallout
Overview
While some economists initially believed the real estate market's downturn would soon stabilize, current predictions suggest a challenging and uneven path forward, with a potential brush with depression.
Predictions and Analysis
David Shulman, a senior economist at UCLA, reports that the nation is teetering on the edge of a recession. The GDP is expected to grow by only 1% in the last quarter of 2007 and the first quarter of 2008, which signals a vulnerable economy at risk of further downturns.
According to Shulman, recent reports from the Federal Reserve highlight weak employment numbers and a slight decrease in the dollar's value, both of which have negatively impacted economic forecasts.
Housing Market Challenges
The anticipated housing recovery is projected to be slow, with housing starts expected to fall to an annual rate of 1 to 1.1 million, down from an earlier forecast of 1.2 to 1.3 million. By the end of 2009, starts are likely to reach only 1.4 million units annually.
Home prices are predicted to drop by 10% to 15%, echoing a decline similar to that of 1986 to 1991. States like Florida, Arizona, California, and parts of the Northeast face the greatest risk.
Mortgage Market Issues
Credit tightening in the mortgage sector complicates property purchases, particularly in high-priced states. The shift toward full documentation, substantial down payments, and stricter income standards is expected to exclude many buyers from the market, potentially leading to significant price adjustments.
Foreclosure Concerns
The foreclosure crisis bears an unsettling resemblance to the Great Depression, as mortgage defaults continue to undermine local housing markets. The Federal Reserve is anticipated to lower the federal funds rate from 5.25% to 4.50% by year's end to support the economy, rather than the financial markets.
In summary, the housing market faces a turbulent period, complicated by mortgage defaults and tighter credit conditions, with potential long-term impacts on both home prices and overall economic stability.
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