Expert Forecasts Point to Affordability Improving in 2026

As Mischa Fisher, Chief Economist at Zillow, says: “Buyers are benefiting from more inventory and improved affordability, while sellers are seeing price stability and more consistent demand. Each group should have a bit more breathing room in 2026.” The bottom line is, more people are finally going

Why Pre-Approval Should Be Your First Step – Not an Afterthought

Finding the right home feels exciting – but being pre-approved for your loan is what makes it possible. Whether you’re planning to buy soon or still just thinking about it, getting pre-approved is one of the best moves you can make. Here’s why. 1. What Is Pre-Approval, Really? Pre-approval is much m

Is Buyer Demand Picking Back Up? What Sellers Should Know.

And that means the market is ending the year on a high note and headed into 2026 with renewed energy. While that may not seem like a big shift, it’s a rebound worth talking about. Pending home sales are a leading indicator of where actual sales are going. If more homes are going under contract, it’s

Why Selling Your House This Winter Gives You an Edge

And based on the latest data available, it looks like that pattern may be true again in 2025. The graph shows the supply of homes for sale is starting to come down as we head into the end of the year. And if history is any indicator of where it goes next, it’ll continue to fall just like it usually