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The Psychology of Buying in 2026: What Motivates Tomorrow’s Homebuyers

Explore the behavioral biases shaping 2026 homebuyers—from loss aversion to FOMO—and learn why confidence, not rates, may drive next yea...

By Michael L. | Dec. 19, 2025

Diverse, Younger, Ready to Buy: Inside the Demographic Trends Set to Drive Housing Demand

Zonda’s analysis of Census data across 49 metros shows rising nonwhite populations—especially among Gen Z and Millennials—poised to resh...

By Vincent S. | Dec. 18, 2025

Where Americans Are Moving: New Migration Report Highlights Shifting Housing Trends

A new migration report highlights where Americans are heading in 2025. See how these moving trends connect to affordability, job growth,...

By Jamie G. | Dec. 17, 2025

Why 2025 holiday spending may predict 2026 homebuying trends

Learn how 2025 holiday spending patterns, rising credit card debt, and consumer confidence could shape early 2026 homebuying trends.

By Erin N. | Dec. 17, 2025

How EVs and Transit are Rewriting the Affordability Map for Homebuyers

Learn how EV savings and transit access can lower total living costs, expand your neighborhood options, and reshape home affordability f...

By James K. | Dec. 17, 2025

How New-Home Design Evolved in 2025: Kitchen Transformations, Wellness Living, and What’s Next for 2026

Experts predicted 2025’s biggest home design trends—but some took unexpected turns. See what shaped new builds this year and what to exp...

By Heather W. | Dec. 17, 2025

Why Waiting Until Spring Could Cost You: The Behavioral Bias That Hurts Homebuyers

By James K. | Dec. 16, 2025

New-Home Prices Are Softening Before Year-End: 4 Key Trends Buyers Need to Know Now

Zonda’s November builder survey shows falling new-home prices, aggressive rate buydowns, improving supply costs, and rising labor disrup...

By Vincent S. | Dec. 12, 2025

What to Ask Santa for: The Hottest Smart Home and Design Upgrades for 2026 Homes

A 2026 new-home wishlist highlights the hottest smart tech, energy-efficient systems, luxury design trends, and upgraded outdoor living....

By Erin N. | Dec. 11, 2025

The Hidden Cost of Your Commute: Why New Builds Closer In May Be More Affordable Than Resale Homes

Discover how commute time, transportation costs, and location efficiency reshape true home affordability—and why a pricier new build may...

By Heather W. | Dec. 11, 2025

Skip the Stuff, Buy the Equity: Why More Millennials Are Asking for Down Payments This Year

Millennials are swapping holiday gifts for down-payment support. Learn why financial gifting is rising and how it helps first-time buyer...

By James K. | Dec. 9, 2025

2025 in Review: 10 Housing Predictions That Came True - and 3 That Didn’t

Housing economists accurately predicted some of 2025's major trends, including mortgage rate stability, rising inventory levels, and rec...

By Michael L. | Dec. 8, 2025

America’s Homebuyer Profile Is Shifting Fast: Older First-Timers, Longer Tenures, Bigger Down Payments

The 2025 NAR Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers reveals major shifts: fewer first-time buyers, rising buyer ages, longer homeowner tenur...

By Vincent S. | Dec. 4, 2025

'Cloud Dancer' Named Pantone’s 2026 Color of the Year - How this Warm White Creates Calm, Clarity, and Reset

Pantone has named Cloud Dancer—an airy, warm white—as its 2026 Color of the Year. Learn how this calming shade reflects today’s digital ...

By Heather W. | Dec. 4, 2025

7 Reasons Retirees Are Skipping the Fixer-Upper and Buying New

More retirees and downsizers are choosing new construction homes in 2025 – and for good reason. From aging-in-place features to low-main...

By Carmen C. | Dec. 2, 2025

Mortgage Rates, Inventory, and Inflation: The Market Shifts to Watch Before 2026

The housing market heading into 2026 offers clearer signals as mortgage rates stabilize and affordability improves. Here's what buyers n...

By Michael L. | Nov. 28, 2025

The Push to Build More Housing Near Transit: How This Federal Bill Could Shift Where You Live and Work

A new bipartisan bill could boost housing near transit hubs, shorten commutes, and expand affordable options. Here’s what buyers should ...

By Erin N. | Nov. 26, 2025

The Year-End Builder Rush: Why December Deadlines Can Work in Your Favor

Learn why buying in December can be an advantage over waiting for the Spring rush. including incentives, QMI homes, and more buyer lever...

By James K. | Nov. 24, 2025

The 2026 Markets to Watch: Where Prices Are Cooling and Job Trends Are Shifting

Explore the U.S. markets seeing price declines, job slowdowns, and improving inventory—key signals for buyers planning a move in 2026.

By Jamie G. | Nov. 21, 2025

The K-Shaped Housing Market: Why 2026 Will Feel Very Different Depending on Your Income

Wages, job trends, and debt look very different across income levels. See how the “K-shaped” economy will influence who buys homes in 20...

By Jamie G. | Nov. 21, 2025