As we look ahead to 2025, the housing market remains challenging, with high interest rates, inflation, and limited inventory continuing to shape the landscape. Despite these hurdles, there’s been an unexpected increase in buyer activity, particularly in areas like Brooklyn, where agents have noticed a surge in inquiries and open house attendance.
This unexpected interest has brought a slight glimmer of hope to the industry, signaling a potential shift in the market as sellers and buyers adjust to the current economic realities.
While the broader market may still feel sluggish, especially for those waiting for a significant drop in interest rates, the uptick in activity is leading many to consider new opportunities, reported New York Curbed. Among these opportunities, co-ops are gaining traction as a more affordable and accessible option for buyers in 2025.
Coops are emerging as a practical alternative in New York, where the market is notorious for its high-end, all-cash transactions. The wealthy buyer segment, particularly in Manhattan, continues to dominate, with cash transactions making up more than half of the deals in the city. However, this trend has left many would-be buyers feeling priced out of the market. Co-ops, often more affordable than condos, provide a potential solution for those looking to buy in desirable neighborhoods without stretching their budgets too thin, per New York Curbed.
Although co-ops come with their own set of challenges—such as board approvals and stricter regulations—they offer a cost-effective alternative to the high price tags of condominiums, especially in a market that shows no signs of immediate price relief. […]
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At Last, a Company With Integrity in the Gold IRA Industry
For several years, I’ve been vetting out precious metals companies in search of the best. I believe in gold and silver but it’s hard to find integrity in the Gold IRA industry. The vast majority operate with shady tactics and gigantic spreads that take advantage of Americans who simply want to protect their life’s savings.
I’ve found a handful that I like and I’ve worked with some of them. By no means would I “unrecommend” them because, again, I vetted them out and found them to be above the fold. Unfortunately, it isn’t hard to be better than the rest when the rest are so darn awful.
After years of searching, I finally found a company that truly operates with integrity. Augusta Precious Metals has three important attributes that set them far above the competition:
- Non-Commissioned Sales Team: I cannot stress how important and unique this is. With just about every other company in the Gold IRA industry, the sales teams make commission from every account they open. This means they steer their clients toward the gold and silver products with the highest commission. With Augusta Precious Metals, the team is solely focused on putting the best gold and silver for their clients into their IRA. They get paid to serve the best interests of the Gold IRA client, NOT their own commission pay.
- Incredibly Low Fees: Most Americans would be shocked if they knew the spread other Gold IRA companies charge. Augusta charges just 5% versus up to 45% elsewhere.
- No Pressure, No Gimmicks: There’s an understanding among most in the Gold IRA industry that fear and pressure is the way to go. Augusta Precious Metals takes a sober approach when working with clients because they hold integrity in the highest possible regard. This is why they don’t offer gimmicks like “free” or “bonus” silver. It’s also why they do not apply pressure tactics to get quick sales. Their educational and transparent approach to doing business is exceedingly rare in the Gold IRA industry.
