The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), together with the New York State Association of REALTORS® (NYSAR) and several industry organizations, is supporting a federal legal challenge to New York’s Rent Stabilization Law. The groups are seeking to provide the court with additional legal and policy perspectives through an amicus, or “friend of the court,” brief. …
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Jun 24
Another Major Step in Real Estate Commission Litigation: What the Tuccori Settlement Could Mean for Buyers and Agents
The legal aftershocks of the real estate commission lawsuits are still reshaping the industry, and a new development could have significant implications for brokers, agents, MLS organizations, and homebuyers nationwide. A federal judge has granted preliminary approval to a proposed settlement in the Tuccori homebuyer class-action case, marking another milestone in the ongoing wave of …
Jun 23
Is the Housing Market Waiting for a Recession? Not So Fast.
If you’ve been putting off buying a home because you’re waiting for a recession, you’re definitely not alone. A lot of buyers have spent the last couple of years thinking, “I’ll just wait until prices drop.” The problem? The big drop everyone keeps talking about hasn’t happened. In fact, economists are saying that even if …
Jun 22
Mortgage Rates Hover Near the 6% Range in 2026: What It Means for Home Buyers
After several years of volatility, mortgage rates in 2026 are showing signs of greater stability. While rates remain higher than the historic lows seen during the pandemic era, many buyers are adjusting to what has become the new normal: mortgage rates around 6%. The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage briefly dipped below 6% earlier this year …
Jun 19
Housing Market Shift: Buyers Are Finally Seeing More Opportunities
For much of the past few years, homebuyers have faced a frustrating combination of high mortgage rates, limited inventory, and rising home prices. Many buyers paused their searches, hoping for better conditions before making a move. But the housing market may be entering a new chapter. Recent housing data suggests that buyer activity is beginning …
Jun 17
Mortgage Rates Are Climbing Again. Should Buyers Panic?
Just when homebuyers thought they were catching a break, mortgage rates decided to remind everyone who’s boss. After dipping below 6% earlier this year and giving buyers a much-needed dose of optimism, mortgage rates have bounced back into the mid-6% range. It’s not exactly the news house hunters were hoping for, especially after months of …
Jun 16
From Market Correction to Market Opportunity: What Homebuyers and Sellers Can Expect in 2027
After several years defined by elevated mortgage rates, affordability challenges, and historically low transaction volume, the housing market is entering a new phase. While 2025 and much of 2026 tested the patience of buyers and sellers alike, emerging trends suggest that 2027 could mark the beginning of a more balanced and active real estate landscape. …
Jun 15
Mortgage Rates Remain Elevated in 2026 as Housing Market Searches for Momentum
After a brief period of optimism earlier this year, mortgage rates have moved higher once again, creating new challenges for homebuyers and sellers across the country. While rates remain below the peaks seen in previous years, they continue to hover in the mid-to-upper 6% range, keeping affordability at the center of the housing conversation. For …
Jun 12
Mortgage Rates in 2026: Affordability Improves, but Challenges Remain
Mortgage rates remain one of the biggest factors shaping the housing market in 2026. While rates are lower than the peaks seen in 2023 and parts of 2024, affordability continues to be a concern for many buyers as home prices remain elevated and inventory varies significantly by market. Recent mortgage-rate trends have encouraged more buyers …
Jun 10
Housing Starts Rebound in 2026 as Builders Work to Win Buyers Back
Despite ongoing affordability challenges, U.S. homebuilders are increasing construction activity in 2026 as they compete for a cautious pool of buyers. Housing starts climbed to their strongest pace in more than a year during the first quarter of 2026, driven largely by single-family construction. Builders are responding to a persistent housing shortage and limited resale …
Jun 09
Housing Market Update 2026: Why Today’s Buyers Have More Opportunities Than They’ve Seen in Years
The housing market entering the second half of 2026 looks very different from the competitive frenzy that defined the early 2020s. While affordability remains a challenge for many buyers, growing inventory, stabilizing mortgage rates, and a more balanced marketplace are creating opportunities that haven’t existed in several years. A Market Finding Its Balance After several …
Jun 08
Why the New-Home Market Still Faces an Affordability Crisis in 2026
The U.S. housing market has entered a new phase in 2026. While inventory levels are improving in many markets and buyers have more choices than they did a few years ago, the new-home sector continues to face significant challenges that threaten long-term housing affordability. Builders are navigating a difficult environment shaped by elevated construction costs, …
