Housing Fundamentals Strengthen, Setting the Stage for 2026 Housing Marketing.
- Emily Ewing
- 3 days ago
- 1 min read
January is a fresh start and the New Year is the perfect time to set new goals and envision what's next. If homeownership, investing, or upgrading your space is on your list, this is a great moment to start planning. The market offers new opportunities each year, and preparation now can make all the difference later. I'm here to help you navigate options, timelines, and strategies that fit your goals!
Existing Home Sales gained in November, hitting a nine-month high. The median price is just 1.2% higher than year ago, as affordability improves - wage growth has consistently outpaced home price gains over the past year. The National Association of Home Builders confidence index inched higher in December, and the report notes, "future sales expectations have been above the key breakeven level of 50 for the past three months."
A new survey found that among buyers and sellers planning to enter the market soon, about 86% think 2026 will be a good year to make their move-and 75% of the agents surveyed agree.
