How Much House Can You Afford in 2026? Payments, Down Payments and Where Buyers Have More Room
Home affordability improved from recent lows, but high rates, prices, taxes and insurance still shape what buyers can comfortably afford.
Mortgage Rates
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.