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Improving affordability is giving buyers more options. In Florida and nationwide, more homes now fall within reach of median-income households, new research shows.
Fourth-quarter FHFA data show home values increased year over year, with 41 states posting gains, though growth varied and was softer in parts of Florida.
A quieter approach to wallpaper is helping staged spaces stand out, adding texture and charm without taking over a room.
A New York judge denied Compass’s bid to block Zillow’s private-listing rule, allowing Zillow to keep enforcing one-day MLS sharing while the antitrust case continues.
Rock-bottom rates, higher incomes or lower prices: Experts say the shifts needed to restore affordability are unlikely, leaving ownership out of reach for many.
Instead of chasing algorithms, one expert suggests agents should flip their strategy, starting with familiar faces to drive steady business.
Older first-time buyers and affordability pressures are reshaping who can buy, what gets built and how inventory moves in 2026.
NAR research shows about 5.5 million more U.S. households can now qualify for a mortgage compared with a year ago due to lower rates. So, what’s holding buyers back?
New construction trends hint at changing priorities, suggesting the market may be edging toward options that better align with first-time buyer budgets.