The Who and What Behind 2026 Housing

Older first-time buyers and affordability pressures are reshaping who can buy, what gets built and how inventory moves in 2026.

The Home Sales Conundrum: Buyers Aren’t Moving

NAR research shows about 5.5 million more U.S. households can now qualify for a mortgage compared with a year ago due to lower rates. So, what’s holding buyers back?

Before You Bet on a Fixer-Upper

A lower price tag can hide bigger decisions. What buyers and agents should weigh before betting on a home with renovation potential.

Interest Rate Cut Depends on One Thing

One economic signal stands between the Fed and rate cuts, suggesting mortgage rate relief could take longer than some expect.