Provence. A wicker basket with Easter eggs_ lavender_ candles and white rabbits in the interior of the living room on a wooden table. The concept of home comfort in the bright holiday of Easter 2022.

The Fed delayed lowering the federal funds rate for at least six more weeks, but its latest projection suggested that the central bank still intends to have three rate cuts by the end of the year. Since the announcement, mortgage rates have declined slightly and should help mortgage application activity bounce back. Meanwhile, the lack of inventory and the belief of lower rates ahead continued to lift builders’ confidence, as evidenced by a strong rebound in residential construction, a nearly two-year high in building permits, and an almost 10% growth pace in completed projects.

 

The Fed decides to hold rates steady but still plans to cut rates three times by end of 2024: At their latest meeting last week, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) decided to leave the federal funds rate unchanged. The decision was widely anticipated, after recent economic reports suggested that inflation remained sticky, and the overall economy continued to be solid. The focus of the release was mostly on the Fed’s projections for future rate cuts, which was in line with their previous expectation of three rate cuts for the year 2024. The latest news from the Fed was more encouraging than what the market expected and resulted in an improvement in the bond market, which consequently eased mortgage rates slightly from where they stood prior to the announcement.

 

Mortgage Rates Drop Slightly This Week: Freddie Mac released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®) on March 28, showing the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.79%, down 8 basis points from the previous week—one basis point is equal to one hundredth of a percentage point.

 

Homebuilder sentiment turns positive for the first time since July: U.S. homebuilders reported feeling more confident about their businesses than they have had since last summer, as demand for new housing units continued to rise despite stubbornly high mortgage rates. The National Association of Home Builders/Well Fargo Housing Market Index, which tracks homebuilder sentiment, rose 3 points in March to 51 and was the fourth consecutive monthly gain the index recorded. The sentiment index reached the highest level since July of last year and moved into positive territory (above 50) for the first time since then. Builders are still using sales incentives such as mortgage rate buydowns, but fewer of them are lowering home prices to attract buyers. More builders also believe that as mortgage rates improve, especially in the later part of the year, many more buyers on the sidelines will reenter the market. 

 

US residential construction rebounds strongly in February: Boosted by mild temperatures and a persistent shortage of homes on the resale market, housing starts climbed 10.7% month-over-month in February on top of an upward- revised January's figure. It was the highest monthly gain in nine months and marked a strong reversal of the 12.3% month-over-month decline seen in January. The report released last Tuesday by the US Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development, also showed a better outlook for residential construction in the months ahead, as building permits increased 1.9% month-over-month to reach 1.518 million and marked the biggest leap since August. The report continued with more good news as housing completions came in 19.7% higher than the revised January estimate and 9.6% higher compared to one year ago. The sharp increases will continue to provide more options for buyers in the supply constrained market.

 

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1 Bed | 1.5 Bath | 880 SF | $625,000

 

Amazing ocean views from every room in this beautifully remodeled open floor plan condo at the International Tower! This beautifully updated modern high-rise condo features hardwood flooring, fresh interior paint, scraped ceilings, and is light and bright with expansive ocean views. 

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Charming 1933 Spanish Stucco with many original features. This single story home is situated on one of the prettiest streets, walking distance to to both Atlantic Avenue and Long Beach Blvd. 

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