Whether you are dreaming of buying your first home or wondering if it is finally time to sell and upgrade, one word is likely top of mind: affordability. While the market has stabilized a bit over the past year, home prices remain high, and making

If you’ve been watching the housing market from the sidelines, you’re not alone. Over the past few years, affordability challenges have caused many buyers and sellers to pause their plans, waiting for clearer signals and better conditions. Heading into 2026, those signals are finally starting to align.