Listen "What's Going on with Real Estate?"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Retirement Optimism, David Hicks unpacks the current state of the real estate market—nationally and here in New Mexico—and how it fits into your retirement planning strategy. With interest rates still elevated, home prices holding steady, and buyers and sellers stuck in a stalemate, the market feels uncertain. But uncertainty doesn’t mean paralysis.
David breaks down what’s driving the imbalance, how to think about mortgage payments vs. home prices, and what types of properties are still moving. You’ll also hear how the landscape in places like Corrales and Rio Rancho reflects broader national trends—and how retirees and pre-retirees should be thinking about real estate as part of their long-term design.
Whether you’re considering downsizing, tapping into equity, or just keeping tabs on the housing market, this episode offers clarity, perspective, and practical insights.
David breaks down what’s driving the imbalance, how to think about mortgage payments vs. home prices, and what types of properties are still moving. You’ll also hear how the landscape in places like Corrales and Rio Rancho reflects broader national trends—and how retirees and pre-retirees should be thinking about real estate as part of their long-term design.
Whether you’re considering downsizing, tapping into equity, or just keeping tabs on the housing market, this episode offers clarity, perspective, and practical insights.
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