Derek's Real estate Update: Gas prices still good? March sales, Rates up?

Hello​ Friends- 
Gas prices continue to be a bright spot. They are around $2.85. Still good. Also, interest rates are still good!(See below) 

Local market is seeing value stabilization.

The state of California,though, is doing well.

California March home sales and price report use link:
http://rem.ax/1DTisz8

Please see my stats & my commentary on the local market Below.

LAST MONTH'S REAL ESTATE SALES

As per the Fresno Multiple Listing service, in the Fresno/Clovis area: 

​Homes sold last month, March.'15: 584
A year ago,​March '14, homes sales were ​486
(Approx. 16% increase from a year ago)

444 homes sold in Feb.'15.

Average sales price was $2​34,701​ (​March.'15) 
Average sales price was $225,027 (​March.'14) 

Median sales price was $2​23,750 ​​(​March.'15) 
Median sales price was $211,000 (​March.'14)


Breakdown per price range & Days on Market

​240  homes sold under $200,000. the avg. D.O.M.: 5​2
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​296 homes sold from $200-400,000.The avg. D.O.M.:70
 53 homes sold from $400,000 Plus. The avg. D.O.M.:​111​
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As of today, the present inventory of active homes in the Fresno/Clovis area stands at 1,​247
​1290 active homes in April '14. (Minimal difference from a year ago)

We have,what I call, a present monthly absorption rate of
 ​approx.​46%. 

Values  have presently stabilized the 1st quarter of 2015.

But, You can see the average sales price 
​& the Median price are up from a year ago. 



***Today's Purchase Rates

Product                                                     Interest Rate                       APR

Conforming and FHA loans

30 year fixed Rate                                          3.875                             3.904

30 year Fixed Rate FHA                                   3.625                             4.644

15 Year Fixed Rate                                          3.125                             3.176

7/1 ARM                                                          3.00                              2.990

5/1 ARM FHA                                                   3.00                              3.420

***Always confirm interest rates with your trusted mortgage advisor. if you don't have one, I can refer you to one.

Overall, with ​good interest rates​, loan programs availability, &​ ​Low gas prices, the Real estate market looks healthy. Good time to buy. Good time to make that move. 

​As you probably know, ​most real estate decisions need wise counsel.Do not hesitate to contact me.


​Put my experience & know-how to work for you!​

Ask me how much your home is worth?

Contact me for your Free, no obligation consultation.

Have a great day!


Best Regards,
Derek Monreal
RE/MAX GOLD "Over 20 years experience. Integrity"
7050 N. Fresno St., #204
Fresno,CA 93720
Direct:559-349-0296
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