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Housing Market 2026: Slow Growth, Tight Supply, and a New Normal
After years of record prices, doubled mortgage rates, and the lowest sales in decades, the 2026 housing outlook points to something unusual: stability. Tim Lucas and Craig Berry break down why experts expect slow price growth—not a crash—and how regional differences will shape buyer and seller decisions next year.In this episode you’ll learn:Price forecasts: Most experts predict 2–4% national appreciation; some see as low as 0.5%.Why no crash: Mortgage delinquencies at 3.42% and a massive $17.8 trillion in homeowner equity keep the market stable.The supply puzzle: A 4.7 million home shortage…
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