The housing market is starting to look different. Existing-home sales fell 2.0% in August to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 3.98 million, the lowest level in 14 months. At the same time, the number of homes available for sale climbed to 1.62 million, up 5.9% from a year earlier and the highest inventory level […]
After several years of intense competition, limited inventory, and rapidly rising prices, buyers are beginning to see a different environment emerge. Mortgage rates remain high, affordability is still difficult, and investor confidence has weakened. At the same time, foreclosure activity is rising and sellers in some markets are becoming more willing to negotiate. For buyers, […]
New data from property analytics firms confirm that foreclosure activity continues to rise across the United States, extending a year-over-year growth trend into early 2026. According to the latest market reports, 40,534 U.S. properties recorded foreclosure filings in January — a 32% increase from the same month last year. Foreclosure filings — which include default […]
The U.S. housing market in 2026 is entering a new phase as affordability pressures, rising costs, and policy changes reshape real estate across the country. One of the biggest topics gaining attention is the growing push to reduce or eliminate property taxes. States like Florida are exploring major reforms that could significantly lower property taxes […]
