If you’ve been watching the housing market and waiting for the “right time” to buy new construction, the latest market data suggests that moment may be right now. According to a November report from housing research firm Zonda, new-home prices are starting to soften, and buyers are beginning to gain leverage. Builders are responding to slower demand with price adjustments and financing incentives, creating an environment where informed buyers can step in and benefit. Here are four key trends to consider if you're thinking about buying before the end of the year: 1. Price Drops and Mortgage Rate Buydowns Are Back Zonda reports that 40% of builders lowered their home prices in November, with 60% offering mortgage rate buydowns—some as low as the 4% range. In short, buyers may be able to secure both a better purchase price and a more favorable interest rate. Many of these deals are tied to quick move-in inventory —homes that are completed or nearly completed and available withi...
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