Monday, July 27, 2009

New Home Sales: Some Perspective



New home sales surpassed estimates: 384,000 vs. 352,000

However, please take note:

- This represents a 21.3% fall from June, 2008

- The median price has fallen 12% from June, 2008 and 5.8% from May, 2009

- Inventory stands at 8.8 months. This is a marked improvement from the last few months, but still exceeds the 20 year average of 5.8 months

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