A recent survey from Talker Research asked Americans to pick one word to describe how 2026 has felt so far. The winner? Stressful. And honestly, there’s been a lot going on. So, it’s understandable if you've been putting off buying or selling a home until things settle down. But you may be waiting on something that's already happened. While everything else has felt shaky, the housing market has...
Home prices rose in 80% of metro markets in the second quarter of 2026, up from 71% last quarter, according to the National Association of REALTORS®’ latest report. The data points to stronger homeowner equity and continuing affordability challenges for buyers. Full article here: Home Prices Continue to Surge, NAR Data Shows (512) 853-0110 or robert@AustinTxHomeSales.com If you are...
After more than a year of headlines talking about how home prices are going to crash, the latest data shows that price growth may be starting to pick back up again. And depending on whether you’re buying or selling, that shift means something different for you. Full article here: Home Price Growth Slowed Down. That May Be Changing. (512) 853-0110 or robert@AustinTxHomeSales.com If...
With the landmark 21st Century Road to Housing Act now law, local governments may finally rein in the red tape that is choking off the construction of new homes. The new law includes a $200 million "innovation fund," which would be a competitive grant program for local governments that can show they've taken steps to reform permitting, zoning, and other programs. Full article here: Why Red Tape...
San Antonio trailed behind Austin, No. 7 on the list with a 110.9% increase over five years. In 2023, San Antonio had 153,099 millennial homebuyers, while Austin had 176,981. RentCafe reported that more millennials are settling down in larger metros, like San Antonio and Austin, because there’s more diversity in job opportunities and access to “a variety of neighborhoods with different price...
If the first half of this year has left you feeling stuck, you're not the only one. Mortgage rates stayed higher than people wanted. Affordability remained tight. And uncertainty overseas added another layer of pressure nobody saw coming. That's why so many people are asking the same question: Will the second half of the year be any better for the housing market? Full article here: What To Expect...
During the Pandemic Housing Boom, housing demand surged rapidly amid ultra low interest rates, stimulus, and the remote work boom—which increased demand for space and unlocked “WFH arbitrage” as high earners were able to keep their income from a job in say, NYC or L.A., and buy in say Austin or Cape Coral-Fort Myers. Of course, the past few years have looked much different than the overheating of...
Housing affordability is showing signs of improvement lately, but costs still may be the biggest reason many buyers remain hesitant to get into the market. While sales fell last month, home prices soared. The median existing-home price hit an all-time high of $440,600 in June, NAR reports. Full article here: Existing-Home Sales Dip as Housing Wealth Remains at All-Time High (512) 853-0110...
Congress passed landmark housing affordability legislation advancing one of the most significant federal housing packages in nearly two decades. The final package combines nearly 50 individual housing proposals addressing housing supply, affordability, financing, zoning, workforce development, fair housing, property rehabilitation and other housing challenges. Full article here: Landmark Housing...
NAR’s current forecast calls for existing-home sales to rise 4% this year, with the median home price also climbing 4%. Mortgage rates are projected to average 6.5% in 2026. Yun added that housing wealth accumulation will continue in 2026, with the typical homeowner gaining approximately $16,000 in wealth this year. Full article here: NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun Says Home Sales Expected to...
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