As we start to move through 2026, the housing market has entered a period of “cautious stabilization.” Affordability remains the primary hurdle for most American households, and it’s left many people asking, should I buy down my mortgage rate now?
A mortgage rate forecast 2026? Yes, we’d all love a crystal ball here. Especially after years of volatility where 7% became the uneasy “new normal,” prospective homebuyers and weary homeowners alike are asking the same burning question as we approach the new year: Is relief finally on the horizon?
The landscape of American cities is undergoing a seismic shift. The twin pressures of increased remote work and a persistent housing shortage have created an unprecedented glut of vacant office space, particularly in downtown core areas. This dynamic has fueled a major commercial real estate trend: the office conversion boom…
For decades, the bulk of institutional capital flowed into “Gateway Cities” — New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. These real estate investment hubs offered stability and liquidity, but also saw sky-high prices and razor-thin returns. Today, a seismic shift is underway, as investors pivot dramatically toward secondary markets and tertiary cities, recognizing them as the new…
The real estate landscape is undergoing its most profound transformation yet, entering an era where artificial intelligence isn’t just an advantage – it’s now a non-negotiable tool. Welcome to PropTech 2.0, where cutting-edge AI…