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Adding complexity to the housing outlook are recent labor market stats. Over the summer, layoffs increased, yet paradoxically, job openings also grew. This dichotomy hints at a possible mismatch in the labor market—employers might be struggling to find the right skills, or there could be regional and sectoral disparities.
For homeowners, this suggests a nuanced picture: markets might be peaking, but employment dynamics are still in flux. If home prices do soften, homeowners might consider waiting to see how the market unfolds, especially if they believe prices could drop slightly from current peaks.