Property Bidding Wars And The Best Time Of The Year To Buy A House

Property Bidding Wars And The Best Time Of The Year To Buy A House

Author: Sam Dogen: Financial Samurai founder, personal finance blogger May 23, 2024 Duration: 19:32

Property bidding wars are back, despite persistently high mortgage rates, due to the strength of the economy and the stock market. This episode discusses why people are getting into bidding wars and the best time of the year to buy a house. 

Articles referenced:

Understanding Why People Getting Into Property Bidding Wars

Analyzing Housing Price Dynamics: Helping Buyers Buy At The Best Time

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