Whether you’re looking to buy or sell a home in 2019 – or find the perfect rental – it helps to know what you’re up against. In many markets, the trend of a low volume of homes on the market compared to the number of buyers that has been fueling bidding wars and rapid increases in home prices may losing steam, but rising interest rates may also cause more buyers and sellers to hold off on making a new deal.
What to Expect From the Housing Market in 2019
Changes in mortgage rates may cause homebuyers and sellers to hesitate about jumping into the market, while renters benefit from higher homeownership rates.
Experts predict a slowing growth of home prices across the U.S. (Getty Images)