Summary answer: Given Fredericksburg's genuine, sustained appreciation (the regional median just hit a historic $500,000 milestone), waiting for rates carries real price-appreciation risk here — the region has shown consistent enough growth that waiting could mean paying more even at a lower rate.
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The trade-off, run through real numbers
| Scenario | Rate | Price Assumption |
|---|---|---|
| Buy now | ~6.65% | Today's price |
| Wait 12 months | Possibly somewhat lower | Likely higher, given the region's consistent 4%+ appreciation |
What you can do regardless of which way rates move
- Buy now with a plan to refinance later
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