Tag: Real Estate Trends
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REINZ: December Housing Market Shows Firmer Sales, Slightly Softer Prices Across New Zealand
NZ December Housing Market: Sales Strength Meets Price Softening The Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) has released its December market data, painting a picture of a housing market that remains lively on the demand side while confronting modest price adjustments. Nationally, 6,644 residential properties were sold in December, signaling firmer sales activity compared…
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REINZ December: Firmer Sales, Slight Price Dip Across New Zealand Housing Market
Overview: A December to Remember for NZ Housing The New Zealand housing market finished December with a mixed bag: sales were firmer across the country, while prices edged slightly lower overall. The Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) reported 6,644 residential properties sold nationwide in December, signaling stronger buyer activity after a more cautious…
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Saskatoon Navigates Shift from Condo Projects to Apartment Builds
Rising Demand Reframes Saskatoon’s Development Playbook In Saskatoon, a quiet but unmistakable shift is reshaping the city’s skyline. After years of bold condo projects aimed at high-end buyers, developers and city planners are increasingly prioritizing apartment builds to meet rising rental demand, aging housing stock, and a growing workforce. The shift is not just about…
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UK property market on the up: New year bounce lifts asking prices
UK property market begins the year with renewed momentum The UK housing market is showing signs of a renewed appetite as buyers return and sellers respond to a more active start to 2024. New data indicate that the average price of homes listed for sale has risen for the first time in several months, marking…
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NAR Reports December Jump in Existing-Home Sales: 5.1% Increase Boosts Market Confidence
December 2025 Update: A Notable Uplift in Existing-Home Sales The National Association of Realtors (NAR) released its December Existing-Home Sales Report, revealing a 5.1% month-over-month increase in completed transactions. This uptick adds momentum to a housing market that has been navigating higher mortgage rates, pricing shifts, and evolving buyer expectations. While the headline number is…
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NAR: Existing-Home Sales Rise 5.1% in December
December Jump in Existing-Home Sales Highlights Market Momentum The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) reports a notable rise in existing-home sales for December, marking a 5.1% month-over-month increase. As the housing market continues to navigate higher mortgage rates and shifting buyer demand, the December uptick provides a pulse of optimism for sellers, agents, and buyers…
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Spotlight on Holon: A Family’s Move and the Local Rental Reality
Introduction: A Real-Life Move to Holon In a trending corner of Israel’s housing scene, the Bautista family from Holon has become a case study in the realities of urban living. Anne, 35, Johnny, 38, and their children Emanuel (12), Leon (10), and Liam (5) recently drew attention from bloggers who chronicled their move. The family’s…
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Plymouth Records UK’s Biggest 2025 House Price Jump as City Shines Amid Investment Surge
Plymouth Tops the 2025 UK Housing Hotspots Plymouth has emerged as the standout performer in the 2025 UK housing market, recording the fastest rise in house prices among major cities. While central London faced softer demand and a cooling market, the south-west port city benefited from a wave of investment in shopping districts and local…
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New Zealand Housing Market Stumbles into Christmas as Sales Slip and Prices Hold Steady
NZ housing market cools ahead of Christmas The housing market in New Zealand appears to be cooling as the calendar moves toward Christmas, with November housing activity showing a slump in sales while prices moved sideways. The latest figures from the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) point to a market that is behaving…
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Canada’s Home Sales Begin to Rebound, but Buyers Remain Cautious
Canada’s housing market gains momentum in October Canada’s housing market appears to be edging toward a recovery after a slow spring, with October data showing higher sales compared with September. Real estate researchers noted a modest 0.9 per cent increase in October sales from September, suggesting that some demand is returning to the market. Analysts,…