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The share of existing-home sales ticked up, ending a five-month slide, according to a new report from NAR, while the median existing-home price also jumped in November, marking a fifth consecutive month of year-over-year price increases.

Home builders reversed a four-month downward trend in December, as a reduction in mortgage rates and strong economic data have spurred housing production nationwide.

While the combination of high home prices and interest rates continues to price many potential buyers out of the market, homebuyer mobility has stalled as a result as well. Riordan Frost, Senior Research Analyst for the Joint Center for Housing Studies, reveals the latest predictions surrounding homeowner mobility and what it would take to recover.

First American's latest Potential Home Sales Model revealed mortgage rates declined in November, "igniting cautious optimism in the industry.”

"Metro markets in southern states will likely outperform others due to faster job increases, while markets in the Midwest will experience gains from being in the most affordable region,” said Lawrence Yun, the NAR’s Chief Economist.

The path to homeownership is becoming increasingly challenging for Americans nationwide, but how much can potential homebuyers afford to spend on a home in today's market? A new Point2 study showed that the median home price is now twice what the average buyer can afford, posing even more financial barriers for those seeking the American Dream.

The nation’s housing outlook depends largely on the economy and inflation, analysts say, as the industry closes the book on 2023 and approaches the new year.

According to Angi's 2023 State of Home Spending report, Americans spent thousands of dollars on home projects this year, with many homeowners choosing to spend more on improvements rather than moving due to elevated housing costs and high mortgage rates.

Zillow's latest housing market report revealed that cooling home values, lower mortgage rates, and easing costs made home purchases more affordable for buyers in November, with sellers offering price cuts in increasing numbers.

Redfin’s new forecast examines whether next year's market will favor buyers, whether renting will lose any of its appeal, and how location will factor in due to issues such as in-office policies, climate risk, and affordability.