Home prices rise in July, but may be on the verge of cooling off
Home prices in July were 2.3% higher than the same month last year, but the monthly gain was lower than historical averages.
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Home prices in July were 2.3% higher than the same month last year, but the monthly gain was lower than historical averages.
Home prices in July were 2.3% higher than the same month last year, but the monthly gain was lower than historical averages.
After rising steadily since January, home prices may now be turning lower again.
In January 2013, the payment-to-income ratio was just 17.1%. In July 2023, it was 38%.
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