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If you've been thinking about selling, you've probably seen plenty of headlines suggesting buyers have just about disappeared. But there's a big difference between a slow market and a stalled one. Yes, mortgage rates are still higher than most people would like. Homes aren’t selling as fast as they were. And every week seems to bring another headline about buyers sitting on the sidelines. But here's what you haven't heard. Despite everything going on, buyer demand has been re

April 2026 Data · Published May 2026 April 2026 data from the New York State Association of Realtors reveals a market in transition: prices continue climbing, supply is growing, yet fewer deals are closing — signaling a gradual rebalancing after years of extreme seller advantage. Prices Are Rising — But the Pace Is Slowing The median sale price across New York State reached $430,000 in April 2026, a 2.4% increase over the $420,000 recorded in April 2025. That is the continu

Mortgage rates have been volatile lately. And if you’re thinking about buying a home, that can make it harder to plan. But there are still things you can do to get the best rate possible in today’s market. It starts with having the right information. So, what’s causing the bumps in rates? And what can you do about it? Let’s break it down. Mortgage Rate Volatility Is Normal Data from Freddie Mac shows the recent volatility. After trending down for well over a year, there was

Based on national forecasts and New York–specific trends, the 2026 housing market is shaping up to be a year of gradual stabilization , modest price shifts , and renewed activity . While every market behaves differently, the data shows clear patterns—especially for high-density, high-cost regions like New York City. Mortgage Rates in 2026: Relief, But Limited Industry experts expect slightly lower mortgage rates , but not dramatic drops. Overall, forecasts point to "low-6s"

With spring approaching, the real estate market typically becomes more active as both buyers and homeowners begin making plans for the year. I wanted to share a quick overview of what we’re starting to see in the market and what it may mean moving forward. Spring Market Outlook: What Buyers and Homeowners Should Know As winter begins to fade and the days grow longer, the real estate market naturally begins to shift into a more active season. Spring has traditionally been one

For the first time in quite a while, affordability is beginning to ease and that’s a meaningful shift in today’s market. Interest rate movement, price adjustments in certain areas, and improving inventory levels are creating new opportunities for buyers. However, these changes aren’t happening at the same pace everywhere. Understanding what’s happening locally is what truly makes the difference. Click below to read the full blog and see what this means for our area: Eye-level