A Home’s Cost vs. Price Explained

Dated: April 30 2022

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A Home’s Cost vs. Price Explained



We have often talked about the difference between COST and PRICE. As a seller, you will be most concerned about ‘short term price’ – where home values are headed over the next six months. As either a first time or repeat buyer, you must not be concerned about price but instead about the ‘long term cost’ of the home. Let us explain.

Recently, we reported that a nationwide panel of over one hundred economists, real estate experts and investment & market strategists projected that home values would appreciate by approximately 8% from now to the end of 2015.

Additionally, Freddie Mac’s most recent Economic Commentary & Projections Table predicts that the 30 year fixed mortgage rate will be 5.7% by the end of next year.

What Does This Mean to a Buyer?

Here is a simple demonstration of what impact these projected changes would have on the mortgage payment of a home selling for approximately $250,000 today:

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Michael Sorensen PLLC

Welcome — I’m Michael Sorensen, a Florida-based REALTOR® and licensed Community Association Manager specializing in REO and distressed property services.With a strong background in bot....

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