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California Leads Luxury Market But That Could Change

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By NICOLE MURRAY California continues to dominate the luxury homes market, but that could change as communities fight for the country’s wealthiest individuals. In a recent Point2Homes.com study, analysts looked at which cities in the United States have the highest share of luxury homes worth at least $1 million for sale. Results were categorized by large, mid-sized, and small cities. They found that listings above $1 million make up around 64% of the for-sale market in Los Angeles. LA also led the ultra-luxury sector, with almost 12% of its homes priced above $5 million. Glendale (66%), Huntington Beach (63%), and Oxnard (43%) in California were found to be the three most luxurious mid-sized markets with high percentages of the homes…

Predictions: Chilly Market Ahead For Housing In 2023, Conditions Improve In 2024

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By CHUCK GREEN According to experts, not only is the housing market expected to continue cooling this year, the forecast remains chilly entering 2023. Real house prices jumped 10.5% in September and logged a 60.6% YOY increase, according to First American’s Real House Price Index. But prices fell in 15 out of the top 50 markets they analyze. Mortgage originations saw their largest annual decline in 21 years this fall, further evidence that the housing boom is coming to an end. Originations fell 47% YOY in Q3, according to ATTOM Data’s Q3 2022 U.S. Residential Property Mortgage Origination Report. Quarter-over-quarter they were down 19%, the sixth consecutive drop. So, what in the name of the cranky barometer’s up? For one thing, surprise, surprise,…