U.S. Home Prices Hit a Record as Buyers Gain Leverage
The median U.S. sale price hit a record $408,776 in June, Redfin says — but the gains came from a handful of wealthy metros, not the whole market.
Buyer Demand
Home Sales Rebound in June as Inventory Growth Nearly Stalls
Zillow: June sales jumped 9.2% from May while inventory grew just 0.9% annually — a two-year low. The buyer-friendly window is quietly narrowing.
Mortgage Applications Are Rising: What They Say About Buyer Demand
Mortgage applications are running above year-ago levels. What weekly application data says about buyer demand in 2026.
Pending Home Sales in 2026: What Contract Activity Says About Buyer Demand
Pending home sales rose in May 2026, but contract activity is only one signal. Here’s what buyers, sellers and agents should watch.