Will Home Sales Rebound in 2026? A Look at a Bold Housing Forecast

Mortgage Research Network Podcast · Mar 4, 2026 · 4m

Home sales have plunged since their pandemic peak—but a new forecast suggests a sharp rebound could be closer than many expect. As mortgage rates eased from recent highs and inventory pressures slowly shift, Tim Lucas and Craig Berry break down a bold prediction that home sales could jump significantly in 2026, what’s been holding the market back, and what might finally unlock buyer and seller activity again.In this episode you’ll learn:How far home sales have fallen: Annual U.S. home sales dropped from 6.12 million in 2021 to about 4 million by 2025.Who’s predicting a rebound: Lawrence Yun…