Slide 1 Homebuyers are coming back in 2026, fueled by pent-up demand and low mortgage rates. Slide 2 Mortgage rates expected to stay around low 6%, driving steady buyer interest. Slide 3 Nearly 52 million Americans in their 30s renting now could soon buy homes. Slide 4 Builders may dominate 2026, offering incentives and cheaper single-family homes...
A 1% drop in mortgage rates could add about 5.5 million potential homebuyers, including 1.6 million renters, by improving affordability. For example, on a $450,000 loan, monthly payments could drop by over $200, making homeownership more accessible. Lower rates also encourage current homeowners to move, increasing inventory. Certain metro areas could see up to an 8% rise in qualifying buyers, potentially...
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