Sixty percent of home buyers and sellers say they’re optimistic about the housing market in 2021, a leap above 2020’s numbers, according to a new survey commissioned by Redfin.
High earners and homeowners are the most upbeat, shows the survey of more than 1,400 people, which was conducted in November and December.
Nearly three-quarters of respondents who earn more than $150,000 say the housing market will fare better in 2021 than 2020, the highest of any other income group.
Also, 64% of homeowners believe the housing market this year will outperform last year. Sellers express more optimism than buyers; recent double-digit gains in home prices likely explain seller enthusiasm.
