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.
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Mortgage Points Explained: When Buying Down the Rate Makes Sense
Mortgage points can lower your interest rate, but they only make sense if the upfront cost is worth the monthly savings.
Rate Buydown vs. Price Cut: Which Helps Buyers More?
A rate buydown and a price cut help buyers in different ways. Here’s how to compare monthly savings, cash to close and long-term value.
Is 2026 a Buyer’s Market? How to Read Inventory, Price Cuts and Days on Market
Is 2026 a buyer’s market? Learn how inventory, price cuts, concessions and days on market show who has leverage.
Are Home Prices Falling in 2026? What the Latest Data Really Shows
Are home prices falling in 2026? The latest data shows list prices are easing, but sale prices and home values tell a more mixed story.
Real Estate Commission Negotiation in 2026: What Consumers Should Understand
Real estate commissions are negotiated up front now. What buyers and sellers should understand before signing anything.
Open Houses After Buyer Agreement Changes: What Buyers and Agents Should Know
Visiting an open house does not require signing a buyer agreement. What the new rules actually say for buyers and agents.
New Construction in 2026: Builder Confidence Slips, Housing Starts Drop, and Incentives Spread
Housing starts fell, builder confidence slipped, and incentives spread. Here’s what new construction buyers and sellers should watch in 2026.
Buyer Agency Agreements in 2026: What Buyers, Sellers and Agents Need to Know After the Commission Changes
Buyer agency agreements are now central to home shopping. Here’s what buyers, sellers and agents should know after commission changes.
How Much House Can You Afford After Taxes and Insurance?
Mortgage calculators often miss taxes and insurance. Here’s how buyers should estimate the full cost of homeownership.
Mortgage Rates Today: Why 30-Year Rates Are Still Above 6% and What the Fed Means for Homebuyers
Mortgage rates remain above 6%. Here’s why the Fed does not directly set mortgage rates and what buyers should watch in 2026.