Steady Job Market Is Helping Fuel New Home Sales — But Buyers Are Still Being Careful
Despite higher mortgage rates and affordability concerns, new home sales continue showing resilience in 2026 — and one major reason is the labor market. Job growth remains steady, wages are still rising, and unemployment levels remain relatively low. That stability is helping many buyers maintain en
Existing Home Sales Miss Typical Spring Surge as Mortgage Rates Remain Elevated
The spring housing market is usually one of the busiest times of the year. Warmer weather, school schedules, and increased inventory often bring a surge of buyers into the market. But this year, the typical April momentum never fully arrived. According to recent housing data, existing home sales inc
Mortgage Applications Are Rising Again — Even With Higher Interest Rates
Mortgage Applications Are Rising Again — Even With Higher Interest Rates For the past few years, many buyers have been sitting on the sidelines waiting for mortgage rates to “go back down.” But something interesting is happening in today’s housing market — buyers are slowly adapting to higher and mo
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