Real Estate Market Minute

Mortgage rates are back above 7%, putting interest rates and the housing market back in the spotlight. In this episode of Real Estate Market Minute, we examine what’s driving the latest move in Treasury yields, what bond-market experts are saying about where rates could go in 2027, and what the outlook could mean for homebuyers, sellers, and the housing market.

Is housing finally becoming more affordable in 2026?
New housing data is showing an important shift in affordability that could have major implications for homebuyers, sellers, and the real estate market.

The latest S&P Case-Shiller Home Price Index is challenging the idea that the housing market is broadly falling. In this episode, we break down which major metros are still appreciating, where prices are actually declining, and why rising inventory doesn’t automatically mean demand has disappeared.

Where are the best housing markets for new construction in 2026? A new Realtor.com ranking reveals the U.S. metros standing out for new homes. In this episode of Real Estate Market Minute, we break down the latest data, what makes these markets attractive for new construction, and what buyers and sellers should know.
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Where are Americans moving, and does population growth actually drive home values higher? In this episode of Real Estate Market Minute, we break down the top U.S. metros gaining residents, the areas losing population, and what happened to home values during the same period. Using U.S. Census population data and housing market trends, we explain why migration matters — but why inventory, new construction, affordability, mortgage rates, and housing supply can have an even bigger impact on real estate prices.

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Where are Americans moving in the greatest numbers, and what makes these communities so attractive?
In this episode, we break down U-Haul’s latest migration rankings, explore the unique characteristics of each city, and discuss what these trends could mean for local housing markets in the years ahead.

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Where are Americans moving in the greatest numbers, and what does that mean for today’s housing market?
In this episode, we break down U-Haul’s latest migration rankings, compare them with recent housing data, and explore what these fast-growing metro areas may reveal about where the market could be headed next.

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New home sales declined again, even as other housing data points suggest buyers are becoming more active.
In this episode, we break down the latest new home sales report, explore what builders are saying about today’s market, and discuss why the newest housing data may be pointing to a shift in buyer behavior.

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Only 11 states met Realtor.com’s affordability benchmark in its latest Housing Report Card, while 39 states fell short. Does that mean home prices are destined to decline, or is there another path forward? In this episode, we break down the most affordable states in America and revisit a surprising lesson from the 1980s housing market.

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Two major housing reports were released this week, and the numbers caught a lot of people by surprise.
In this episode of Real Estate Market Minute, I break down the latest housing data, what builders are seeing on the ground, and why these reports could have important implications for homebuyers, sellers, investors, and real estate professionals.