Glenn H. Kipps, Realtor

While keeping the benchmark interest rates near zero does not directly influence the mortgage rates, economists affirm that the Feds has been increasing its purchases of mortgage-backed securities that could likely help slow the rise of mortgage rates. #GlennHKippsRealtor

Deputy chief economist for First American Odeta Kushi explains how a neutral rate of interest, or can be known as the natural rate of interest, is used as a tool to control the economy and its effect on the economic growth of the country. #GlennHKippsRealtor

Did you know that the fertility rate can directly affect the housing market? The latest NAR report shows that buyers who have children under the age of 18 have fallen to 33% in 2020, implying changes in preference among buyers with kids and those without. #GlennHKippsRealtor

With improved spending due to second stimulus rollout and low housing supply, inflation is on the rise; and so is the 30-year fixed-rate mortgages. #GlennHKippsRealtor

Better days are coming ahead! Experts predict that the housing market indicators will continue to trend upwards as a comprehensive vaccination rollout is underway, buoying the recovery of the US economy in the second half of 2021. #GlennHKippsRealtor

Believe it or not, houses are considered undervalued in today's market. A low housing supply paired with a low rate-driven demand surge pushes home prices upwards, and this imbalance suggests further price growth in the months to come. #GlennHKippsRealtor

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The housing market is expected to continue its winning streak in 2021. What will be the key trends that will shape the real estate industry? Check out what Realtor.com's Chief Economist Danielle Hale has to say #GlennHKippsRealtor

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