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September 2, 2023

Real Estate Market worse than 2008

by Bob Schwartz

Real Estate Market worse than 2008?

Homebuyers are buying houses they can’t afford in 2023, a situation that will likely cause foreclosures to surge in the coming years.

With Fannie Mae reporting that the debt-to-income ratio in the Housing Market has hit an all-time high.

Real Estate Market worse than 2008?

Real Estate Market worse than 2008 - California homeowners

Homebuyers today are spending nearly 40% of their income on interest costs. Even higher than the peak of the bubble before the 2008 crash. Suggesting that this Real Estate Market will have plenty of mortgage defaults and foreclosures ahead. Some homebuyers are even taking out 1% mortgages from companies like Zillow, an eerily reminiscent trend to the mid-2000s.

Especially in a state like California, where buyers are having to spend $10,000/month on mortgage interest, taxes, and insurance. In some of the neighborhoods around Los Angeles home prices could decline by 20-30% given current levels of overvaluation. A situation that is getting even worse now that Mortgage Rates have surged close to 7.5%. This higher mortgage rates mean the affordability levels are near the worst of all-time and are contributing ton the sky-high debt to income ratios, which increase the risk of mortgage default and foreclosure.

The intricacies of the commercial real estate market are often underestimated. As we’ve seen in places like San Francisco, there are already signs of strain. The looming challenges in refinancing and the increased cost of debt, especially when juxtaposed with the banks’ demands for additional equity, paint a concerning picture. It’s crucial to understand that these dynamics are not isolated; they’re intertwined with broader economic factors. For instance, the role of oil as a driving force in economic growth cannot be understated. It’s not just about the immediate implications on the housing market, but the ripple effects it has on the global economy. The interplay between commercial real estate, oil prices, and broader economic indicators offers a comprehensive view of where we might be headed. It’s essential for investors, policymakers, and the general public to be well-informed and prepared for potential shifts in the market landscape.

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