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Housing rebound continues with strong sales and price gains

The housing rebound continued in January: The pace of home sales stayed strong and prices gained the most since the boom days.

The National Association of Realtors reported that previously-owned homes sold at an annual pace of 4.92 million homes, 9% higher than this time last year.

Home prices were up 12.3%, taking the median to $173,600. That marked the biggest percentage gain since January 2005.

The price rise is being driven by tight inventories, increased demand from buyers, and a drop in sales of distressed homes, such as those in foreclosure. 

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Related: Playing the housing rebound

There were 1.74 million previously-owned homes on the market , equal to only about a four-month supply at current sales levels. It's the tightest inventory of homes on the market since 1999.

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If you are thinking about selling your home, now is a good time to begin your home preparation!   Contact me for a complimentary home consultation and expert market advice.  I want to ensure you receive the highest possible price for your home!

Best,

Carole Tierney
REALTOR
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
781-424-4197 Text/Cell
Carole_Tierney@Yahoo.com

 

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