The spring homebuying season was meant to be a turning point. After years of high mortgage rates and low inventory, many real estate pros began 2026 with careful optimism. But the expected rebound hasn’t fully happened. Buyers are still stepping back from the market in large numbers. Here’s a closer look at why. 1. Mortgage […]
Just days ago, American homebuyers felt relief for the first time in years. Mortgage rates finished last week at 5.99%, while the 10-year Treasury reached a low not seen since 2026. This was a strong psychological milestone. For many potential homebuyers in the U.S., the drop in rates below 6% for the first time since […]
My brother rang me last week. “Should I buy now or wait?” Everyone says rates are plummeting, but they’re not actually plummeting.” He has saved $80,000, been house hunting for six months, and keeps getting cold feet. Can’t blame him. Mortgage rates in 2026 have been all over the place. The average 30-year fixed rate […]
