If you’ve been thinking about making a move in 2026, there’s good news on the horizon. After several unpredictable years, the housing market is finally showing signs of balance — and Bay Area homeowners and buyers could benefit in big ways. A Market Moving Toward Balance For the past few years, many Bay Area residents felt “stuck.” High mortgage rates, limited inventory, and steep competition made it tough to move — whether you wanted to upsize, downsize, or finally buy your

After years of high mortgage rates and hesitant buyers, the housing market is finally showing signs of life. Sellers are returning. Buyers are re-engaging. And for the first time in a long while, there’s real movement again. It’s not a sudden boom — but it is  a steady shift. One that’s laying the foundation for a stronger, more balanced housing market in 2026. So, what’s behind the comeback? Let’s look at three key trends shaping the housing market right now. 1. Mortgage Rat

Are You Stuck in the 'Wait and See' Trap? Many prospective buyers are currently holding their breath, waiting for mortgage rates  to dip just below 6%. The logic is simple: who wouldn't want a better rate? While seeking optimal home affordability  is smart, this "wait and see" approach is often based on a misunderstanding of the current housing market  dynamics. That small rate drop you’re hoping for might not save you as much as you think—and waiting for it could cost you fa

If you’ve seen headlines or social posts calling for a housing crash, it’s easy to wonder if home values are about to take a hit. But here’s the simple truth. The data doesn’t point to a crash. It points to slow, continued growth . And sure, it’s going to vary by local area. Some markets will see prices rise more than others. And some may even see small, short-term declines. But the big picture is: home prices are expected to rise nationally, not fall, over the next 5 years.

After a couple of years where the housing market felt stuck in neutral, 2026 may be the year things shift back into gear. Expert forecasts show more people are expected to move – and that could open the door for you to do the same. More Homes Will Sell With all of the affordability challenges at play over the past few years, many would-be movers pressed pause. But that pause button isn’t going to last forever. There are always people who need to move. And experts think more

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