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BUILDING PERMITS

Privately-owned housing units authorized by building permits in September were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1,619,000. This is 6.3 percent (±1.0%) below the revised August rate of 1,727,000 and is 27.7 percent (±1.3%) below the September 2005 estimate of 2,240,000.

 

Single-family authorizations in September were at a rate of 1,207,000; this is 6.0 percent (±1.0%) below the August figure of 1,284,000. Authorizations of units in buildings with five units or more were at a rate of 342,000 in September.

HOUSING STARTS

Privately-owned housing starts in September were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1,772,000. This is 5.9 percent (±8.9%)* above the revised August estimate of 1,674,000, but is 17.9 percent (±7.0%) below the September 2005 rate of 2,158,000.

 

Single-family housing starts in September were at a rate of 1,426,000; this is 4.3 percent (±8.4%)* above the August figure of 1,367,000. The September rate for units in buildings with five units or more was 314,000.

 

HOUSING COMPLETIONS

Privately-owned housing completions in September were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 2,084,000. This is 11.1 percent (±9.1%) above the revised August estimate of 1,875,000 and is 7.2 percent (±9.0%)* above the September 2005 rate

of 1,944,000.

 

Single-family housing completions in September were at a rate of 1,732,000; this is 7.1 percent (±10.2%)* above the August figure of 1,617,000. The September rate for units in buildings with five units or more was 316,000.           
Source: www.census.gov


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Buying Services for Durham Home Buyers


 
Congratulations!  You have decided to purchase a home, or are thinking about buying one.  You'll be joining the ranks of hundreds of families who realize that home ownership offers a number of benefits including building equity, saving for the future, and creating an environment for your family.  When you own your own home, your hard-earned dollars contribute to your mortgage. The equity you earn is yours.  Over time, your home will increase in value.

In the following reports, you'll find the information you need to make a wise buying decision.  We'll take you through the planning process step-by-step , to help you determine which home is right for you.  You'll find a host of informative articles on mortgages, viewing homes, the offer, closing details and moving.

Please contact me if you have any questions about buying a home in Durham or elsewhere in North Carolina.


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Buying Your First Home

Many renters are starting to think about purchasing a home of their own. This article highlights several factors that should be considered when purchasing a home.

The Right Home at the Right Price

This article helps you become a savvy buyer, by pointing out some of the pitfalls inherent in the home-buying process.

Avoid Common Buyer Errors

Some buyers, however, caught up in the excitement of buying a new home tend to overlook some items. When you have a systematic plan before you shop, you’ll be sure to avoid these costly errors. Here are some tips on making the most of your home purchase.

But Do You Need It

Buying a home can be an emotional, time-consuming, and complex process. There are a few things that you can do to help make the process go as smooth as possible.


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