While more difficult, homebuying and selling may still continue in the coming weeks of COVID-19 isolation.
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Recession anticipation send rates down, refinances up; Monthly Statistical Update (April 2020)
Negative yield spread forecasts 2020 recession; FRM rates hit record lows; Refinances to continue their rise
Are we heading toward a foreclosure crisis in 2020?
We are in the middle of a unique, global economic moment and the end result is still out of reach.
Suspended foreclosures, evictions due to COVID-19 impacts
This article covers the various efforts to keep Californians housed during this period of social distancing and economic uncertainty.
Coronavirus update: Cancelled real estate events, a halt to evictions and the DRE marches on
As the situation is evolving on a daily basis, read our latest update on how COVID-19 is impacting your real estate practice.
How the coronavirus is impacting California’s housing market
The coronavirus is making waves across the global economy in 2020.
Does the American Dream extend to condo ownership?
Homebuyers are increasingly willing to consider condos and townhomes in California, in addition to SFRs.
Slowing sales and unmet housing demand; Monthly Statistical Update (March 2020)
California home sales volume down slightly in 2019; Home prices level off going into 2020; Construction declines in 2019, despite rising demand
California consumer sentiment rises, but still negative in Q4 2019
Consumer sentiment in California rose slightly in the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2019.
Construction decline signals decreased GDP, investment
The reduced construction starts seen in 2018-2019 portend a softer housing market — and economy — in 2020.
Higher density is the cure to California’s housing shortage
For every four new Los Angeles residents, just one construction unit was started during the 2010’s.
Long-term outlook: Aging Boomers to boost California’s housing inventory
Desperate homebuyers are looking to the coming tide of Baby Boomers expected to release their homes in the coming years.
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