by Lori Neighbors | Sep 30, 2026 | Buying Tips, Equity, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Forecasts, Home Prices, Real Estate Insights
Half the buyers out there are scared home prices are about to crash. The other half are hoping they will.A recent survey from Clever found 58% of Gen Z buyers are actually rooting for a crash, just so homeownership feels within reach.So, what do the forecasts actually...
by Lori Neighbors | Aug 6, 2026 | Affordability, Buying Tips, Economy, For Buyers, Forecasts, Mortgage Rates, Real Estate Insights
Imagine waiting a year to buy a home, only to find mortgage rates haven’t changed much. That may sound frustrating.But it’s a real possibility.A lot of people are putting their plans on hold because they believe much lower mortgage rates are right around...
by Lori Neighbors | Jul 9, 2026 | Affordability, For Buyers, For Sellers, Forecasts, Home Prices, Mortgage Rates, Real Estate Insights
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...
by Lori Neighbors | Jun 17, 2026 | For Buyers, Forecasts, Home Prices, Real Estate Insights
One of the biggest reasons buyers are still sitting on the sidelines is because they think home prices are going to come down.Some believe a crash is coming and they’ll get a better deal if they hold off.Others worry they’ll buy now and watch their...
by Lori Neighbors | Jun 3, 2026 | Economy, For Buyers, For Sellers, Forecasts, Home Prices, Mortgage Rates, Real Estate Insights
If the housing market feels confusing right now, you’re not alone.Mortgage rates have risen. Home sales haven’t picked up like expected. And many buyers and sellers are wondering when things are going to feel easier or be more affordable.The truth is: a lot...
by Lori Neighbors | Feb 11, 2026 | For Buyers, Forecasts, Inventory, Real Estate Insights
After a long stretch where buyers were competing for too few homes, inventory has made a comeback over the past year. And depending on where you live, that’s opening up your options in a meaningful way. According to Realtor.com, the number of homes available for sale...
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