Real Estate Market Minute

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.

In the first-ever Expert Minute episode of Real Estate Market Minute, I’m joined by mortgage expert Anibal Torres to break down where he thinks Mortgage rates are headed next. Anibal is a Florida lender with CMG Home Loans and has been featured in the Wall Street Journal and been interviewed on Spanish TV’s Univision network. He is hands-down one of my go to experts when it comes to the real estate lending industry.
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Email: atorres@cmghomeloans.com

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Mortgage applications just posted another strong increase, even with mortgage rates still elevated.
In this episode, we break down the latest Mortgage Bankers Association data, why buyers continue showing up despite affordability challenges, and whether the housing market may be adapting to a higher-rate environment faster than many expected.

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Existing home sales unexpectedly jumped in the latest housing market data release, even with mortgage rates still elevated. In this episode, we break down the newest National Association of Realtors report, rising inventory, home prices, first-time buyer activity, and what this could mean for the 2026 housing market. Is buyer demand finally returning, or was this just a temporary boost from lower spring mortgage rates? We also discuss affordability, pending sales trends, and whether the real estate market is beginning to stabilize nationally.