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December Pending Home Sales Fall 9.3% Amid Tight Inventory
real-estate1 month ago

December Pending Home Sales Fall 9.3% Amid Tight Inventory

December 2025 pending-home-sales fell 9.3% from November and 3.0% year over year, with declines in all regions (Northeast -11.0% MoM, Midwest -14.9%, South -4.0%, West -13.3%); the South showed a YoY gain of 2.0% while other regions were down. Inventory remained tight at about 1.18 million homes—the lowest level of 2025—despite rising closing activity. NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun cautions that seasonality and scarce listings may have dampened demand in the short term, though several metro areas still posted notable YoY gains per Realtor.com Economics.

December Pending Home Sales Fall Sharply Amid Tight Housing Supply
economy1 month ago

December Pending Home Sales Fall Sharply Amid Tight Housing Supply

Pending home sales declined 9.3% in December from November, missing expectations as activity fell across all U.S. regions; year-over-year, sales were higher only in the South. Inventory stood at 1.18 million homes, down 9% from November and at 2025’s lowest level, while the 30-year mortgage hovered around 6.25%. Homes spent about 39 days on the market, up from 35 a year earlier, underscoring the demand weakness amid tight supply.

Intel: OEMs stockpiling RAM buys laptop market time against RAMageddon
technology1 month ago

Intel: OEMs stockpiling RAM buys laptop market time against RAMageddon

Intel says its laptop OEM partners are holding about 9–12 months of memory inventory, creating a buffer that could blunt near-term RAM price hikes. The long memory lead times push vendors to stockpile ahead of future releases, while Intel also cites Core Ultra Series 3 memory enhancements (larger L3 cache and new memory-management tools) that may reduce RAM demand. It’s not a full fix for RAMageddon, but it offers several months of relief for buyers and manufacturers.

December home sales jump as inventory stays tight at year’s end
real-estate1 month ago

December home sales jump as inventory stays tight at year’s end

December’s seasonally adjusted annualized sales rate rose to 4.35 million, up 5.1% from November and 1.4% year over year, with the full year totaling 4.06 million (unchanged from 2024). Inventory fell to 1.18 million (about 3.3 months’ supply), helping the median price rise 0.4% to $405,400—the 30th straight annual gain. December was the strongest in nearly three years after seasonal adjustment, aided by mortgage rates hovering around 6.2–6.3% during closings. Analysts note Q4 improvement amid easing rates and expect more listings to come in February.

US Home Sales Surge in September Amid Falling Mortgage Rates
real-estate4 months ago

US Home Sales Surge in September Amid Falling Mortgage Rates

US existing home sales increased in September to their fastest pace since February, driven by declining mortgage rates and increased property availability, though high borrowing costs and a persistent housing shortage continue to impact the market. Home prices are at a record high for September, and while more homes are on the market, the supply remains below pre-pandemic levels, affecting affordability and sales dynamics.

September US Home Sales Rise as Mortgage Rates Drop, Prices Remain High
real-estate4 months ago

September US Home Sales Rise as Mortgage Rates Drop, Prices Remain High

In September, U.S. home sales increased by 1.5% due to falling mortgage rates, reaching the highest pace in seven months, while prices remained high with a 2.1% annual increase, driven by tight supply and strong demand, especially at the high end of the market. Inventory levels rose but remain below pre-COVID levels, and first-time buyers are gaining ground amid favorable borrowing conditions.

US Existing Home Sales Decline Amid Rising Mortgage Rates and Sluggish Demand
business5 months ago

US Existing Home Sales Decline Amid Rising Mortgage Rates and Sluggish Demand

US existing home sales slightly declined in August due to affordability issues, with sales dropping 0.2% to an annual rate of 4 million units, but year-over-year sales increased by 1.8%. Mortgage rates have decreased but remain high, impacting buyer activity, while inventory levels are stable. Home prices continue to rise, and regional differences in sales are observed.

US Existing Home Sales Decline in August Amid Rising Mortgage Rates
real-estate5 months ago

US Existing Home Sales Decline in August Amid Rising Mortgage Rates

Existing home sales in August remained flat amid rising mortgage rates, with higher-end homes performing better than affordable ones. Supply decreased slightly, helping keep prices up, while homes stayed on the market longer. The Midwest showed stronger activity, and overall market conditions remain constrained by limited inventory and high mortgage costs.

US Home Sales and Prices Show Signs of Recovery in Summer
real-estate6 months ago

US Home Sales and Prices Show Signs of Recovery in Summer

The U.S. housing market is showing signs of recovery with increased inventory and a slight rise in home sales, despite high mortgage rates and prices. Mortgage rates have recently decreased slightly, encouraging refinancing, and more homes are available for sale, giving buyers more options. However, high prices and rates continue to limit affordability, and new home construction faces challenges due to affordability issues, labor shortages, and regulatory costs.

US Home Sales Increase in July Amid Slowing Price Growth
real-estate6 months ago

US Home Sales Increase in July Amid Slowing Price Growth

In July, existing home sales increased by 2% to 4.01 million units, with prices reaching a record high for July at $422,400, amid rising inventory levels and a potential market inflection point where affordability improvements are boosting sales. The market shows signs of slowing price growth, longer selling times, and increased investor and cash buyer activity, influenced by higher mortgage rates and changing supply dynamics.

US Existing-Home Sales Increase in July Amid Slowing Price Growth
real-estate6 months ago

US Existing-Home Sales Increase in July Amid Slowing Price Growth

The NAR report shows a 2.0% increase in existing-home sales in July, with inventory reaching its highest since May 2020, and median prices slightly up. Sales rose in the Northeast, South, and West, but fell in the Midwest. Mortgage rates decreased, and the market remains healthy with low foreclosure rates and strong price appreciation since 2019.