Economic Data
Real Estate and Recessions: The Complete Homebuyer's Guide to Market Downturns
Economic uncertainty raises difficult questions for prospective homebuyers. Should you wait out a market downturn, or could challenging economic conditions actu...
The Vanishing Act: Move-Up Buyers Disappear from the Housing Market
TL;DR
Move-up buyers have largely vanished from the housing market due to the mortgage rate lock-in effect, where homeowners with rates under 4% face payment in...
How Real Estate Protects Your Purchasing Power Against Inflation
When the purchasing power of the dollar declines, homeowners often find themselves in a surprisingly strong financial position. Real estate has long served as a...
Mortgage Rate Fluctuations Impact Homebuyer Behavior, Affordability Remains a Concern
The question of whether to buy a home now or wait for better conditions has never felt more pressing. With home prices at record highs and mortgage rates signif...
Is It a Buyer's Market or Seller's Market? Here's How to Know
Understanding whether you're in a buyer's market or a seller's market is one of the most important factors in making a smart real estate decision. The dynamics ...
Selling Your Home During the Holidays: Smart Strategy or Timing Mistake?
The holiday season brings a unique set of circumstances to the real estate market. While conventional wisdom suggests waiting until spring to list your home, th...
Do Home Prices Drop During a Recession? What History Really Shows
TL;DR
Contrary to popular belief, home prices have remained stable or increased during five of the last six U.S. recessions. Only the 2008 Great...
Mortgage Rates 2026: Fannie Mae, NAR Forecasts + Payment Calculator
Will mortgage rates drop in 2026? According to leading economists and financial institutions, the answer is a cautious yes. With the Federal Reserve signaling c...
Buying a Home With an HOA: Complete Guide to Fees, Rules & Hidden Costs
More than 77 million Americans currently live in homeowners association communities, and that number continues to grow as roughly two-thirds of newly built home...
What Will Your Home Be Worth in 2026? Expert Forecasts and Calculators
As the housing market enters a new phase, economists and industry analysts have released their predictions for home values in 2026. While forecasts vary based o...
