AGP Executive Report
Last update: 18 minutes agoU.S. Market: Pending home sales have fallen near a 12-year low as mortgage rates return to the 7% range, while sellers outnumber buyers by a record 63%, giving buyers more room to negotiate. Colorado sales also weakened, though luxury homes are holding up better. Asia-Pacific: Singapore’s private-home sales nearly doubled in September, but most purchases were in existing projects and buyers remained price-conscious. In Dubai, rents for new leases eased while renewals rose, pointing to a more competitive market rather than a broad downturn. Policy & Supply: Victoria, Australia, now requires agents to disclose auction reserve prices in advance and publish sale prices after closing. In China, Shenzhen tightened pre-sale rules to favor completed homes; meanwhile, NSW pre-sale guarantees have helped speed nearly 1,300 homes, including affordable units. Property Deals: SkyCity agreed to sell Auckland’s Grand Hotel for NZ$221 million as it raises cash to repay debt. The deal is conditional on regulatory approval, with settlement targeted for December.
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