Past issues

Kentucky dominated the biggest price drops while Texas led gains, with swings ranging from -28% to +24% across communities with 5,000+ residents.

The Case-Shiller National Home Price Index reached 335.10 in May 2026, marking a 2.12-point increase from the prior month's 332.98 reading.

The 10-Year Treasury yield ticked up to 4.68% on July 30, rising one basis point from the prior day's 4.67% according to Federal Reserve data.

The 30-year fixed mortgage rate rose to 6.55% from 6.49% week-over-week, according to FRED data, as housing costs continue straining household budgets nationwide.

While national wage growth is outpacing home price increases for the first time in years, affordability challenges persist in markets with extreme price-to-income ratios.

Realtor.com's midyear forecast suggests modest sales growth for the remainder of 2026, while HavenScore data shows significant regional variations in market performance.

UWM's collapsed Two Harbors deal reflects broader industry caution as mortgage lenders navigate elevated debt levels while housing affordability deteriorates nationwide.