Economy

Why House Prices May Be in Trouble

NRC·29 September · 22:00·1 hour ago

Rising bond yields and mortgage rates, driven by central banks fighting inflation, are increasing borrowing costs for homebuyers in wealthy nations. Unlike previous cycles, the current housing market is less resilient due to depleted household savings and a slight increase in supply, suggesting that house prices may decline. While nominal prices rarely fall significantly, real price adjustments could benefit first-time buyers and stimulate economic dynamism by encouraging homeowners to sell rather than hold onto low-rate mortgages. This shift addresses affordability issues in major cities and challenges the long-held view of housing as a primary investment vehicle.

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