Baby boomers currently dominate the market with high housing equity and cash offers, while first-time buyers continue to struggle with affordability despite slight improvements. Buying Real Estate in 2026 Baby boomers currently dominate the market with high
With more inventory available, buyers are successfully negotiating for closing-cost contributions , home warranties, or rate buydowns where the seller pays to lower the buyer's interest rate.
National home prices are expected to grow modestly by 2% to 4% or even remain flat (0% growth) in some regions. Rates are projected to average around 6% ,
Rates are projected to average around 6% , providing some relief from the 7%+ highs of previous years.
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Sellers must shift from the "pandemic-era" mindset of nearly unlimited leverage to a more competitive, market-driven approach.
Economists from major institutions like the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) and J.P. Morgan Global Research anticipate a "slow thaw" in the market.
