The tight housing supply, the extreme demand by buyers, and the overall irregular conditions we’ve faced for the last couple of years have made the housing market prime for home sellers. And, these conditions have also made it incredibly difficult for buyers and renters who are looking for housing.

According to a new report from ATTOM, a real estate data publisher, home seller profits rose 45% year-over-year in 2021, and are now up to $94,092 in average profit. In 2020, the average profit was $64,931—and just $55,000 the year prior.

The giant leap in profits is attributed to the continued acceleration of appreciation in markets across the country. The Case-Shiller Index now tracks at 276.12 points, up about 19% since this time last year—with over 90% of markets increasing profit margins throughout 2021.

So how has this massive growth affected buyers and renters—and how will it affect the housing outlook for these two groups in the future? Here’s what you should know (read more...)

https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/the-housing-market-price-growth-in-2021-presents-challenges-to-americas-future

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