Summary answer: Given Burke's genuine demand — fresh off a U.S. News #1 ranking, with 0.7 months of supply — waiting for rates carries real risk here, since increased visibility could offset any rate-driven savings with continued competitive pricing pressure.
I'm Johnny with JQ Real Estate. Here's how to think through the actual math.
The trade-off, run through real numbers
| Scenario | Rate | Risk |
|---|---|---|
| Buy now | ~6.65% | Today's competitive but known conditions |
| Wait 12 months | Possibly lower | Fresh #1 ranking demand could push prices further |
What you can do regardless of which way rates move
- Buy now with a plan to refinance later
Let's run your actual numbers
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