AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFlorida Taxes: Voters approved a major property-tax cut, but the change could drain up to $11.8 billion from local governments by 2031, putting services and future housing budgets under pressure. Toronto Market: October home sales fell 7.9% year over year and benchmark prices dropped 4.3% to C$916,400; sales did edge up from September as buyers gained room to negotiate. Buyer Leverage: In Phoenix, rising inventory and higher borrowing costs are giving buyers more choice and bargaining power, while sellers must sharpen prices and presentation. South Korea: Apartment court auctions hit a 12-year high as regional markets weakened, while Seoul’s sale prices recovered to appraisal value, underscoring a widening regional divide. Industry Outlook: Zillow executives see no clear path to a market recovery, with elevated mortgage rates weighing on sales; the CEO argues home searches are too personal to hand off to AI. Vancouver Auctions: Tax-sale homes fetched far below assessed values, but owners have a year to reclaim them—leaving bidders waiting for a refund, plus interest.
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