AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMortgage Credit Risk: Whalen Global Advisors warns incomplete credit data can distort mortgage credit scores, potentially raising rates, mortgage insurance costs, or even causing denials. Mortgage Rates: A July 22 ARM rates roundup lists average conforming SOFR ARMs around the mid-6% range, underscoring how product choice can swing monthly costs. UK Market Watch: London house prices fell again in May (ONS), with steep drops in Westminster and Kensington & Chelsea as stamp duty and higher mortgage rates weigh on buyers. New Zealand Housing Policy: New Zealand First-home co-investment ideas are back in focus, pointing to Kāinga Ora’s First Home Partner model as a template for lowering upfront costs and improving mortgage pricing. Canada New Homes: Ontario’s enhanced HST rebate is credited with boosting GTA low-rise new home sales, while condos lag amid pricing and inventory limits. Australia New Builds: Australia’s new home sales softened as cancellations jumped, with builders citing higher rates and policy uncertainty. Buyer Caution (Real Estate Deals): A Devon sea-view cottage failed to sell at auction after a cliff-fall risk left buyers wary—another reminder to price in location hazards. Homebuyer Finance Tip: A tax explainer notes some sellers may still benefit from the older 20% long-term capital gains regime with indexation, even with the newer 12.5% rate.
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