Iran war upends spring housing market. Here's what real estate agents are seeing

The ongoing conflict in Iran has significantly disrupted the spring housing market, with real estate agents reporting a decline in buyer interest and increased uncertainty among sellers. This situation is primarily driven by heightened geopolitical risk, which has dampened consumer confidence and altered capital flows within the region. The Iranian real estate market is particularly exposed, as potential buyers are wary of investing in a volatile environment, leading to stagnation in property transactions. Traders will be closely watching any developments related to ceasefire negotiations or international diplomatic efforts, as these could influence market sentiment and investment decisions in the coming weeks.

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