Prices are Going to Rise
Home prices hae been consistently climbing. Over the last year they have increased 5.9% and are projected to continue to rise at a rate of at least 5.3%. Economists expect prices to continue to rise for the next 5 years.
Mortgage Rates are Going to Rise
Mortgage rates are at a near all time low since 2012, they simply cannot get lower. Mortgage Brokers and the National Association of Realtors expect rates to rise by 1% in the next year to approximately 4.41%.
Renting is Getting More Expensive
Renting with prices this high does not make financial sense over a long period of time. Often renters end up getting a worse deal tham households who buy. Also, households who buy receive more favorable tax treatment.