The housing market is showing signs of gradual improvement as we head into 2026. Prices remain stable without sharp increases, mortgage rates are trending lower overall (with some fluctuations), and affordability is slowly improving in more parts of the country. This month’s update pulls together insights from Zillow, Redfin, the National Association of Realtors, and Southern California housing expert Steven Thomas to help put the bigger picture into context for our members.

Housing headlines can swing dramatically from week to week, especially as mortgage rates, affordability, and economic uncertainty pull buyers and sellers in different directions. November marked a clear shift into seasonal behavior after an unusually active fall, with many homeowners choosing patience and many buyers slowing their search as the year winds down

The housing market is stepping into the slowdown season, and every data source this month reflects the same theme: things are cooling, but not collapsing. Easing mortgage rates gave buyers a brief window of relief, but affordability is still tight, and most markets are drifting sideways. Inventory is rising in some markets, falling in others, and price trends are mixed depending on where you look.

The housing market continues to cool, but not collapse. Rents are easing, builders are catching up, and buyers are taking more time to make decisions. Sellers are adjusting to a market where price—and patience—matter again. Mortgage rates remain steady in the 6% range, affordability is slowly improving, and despite all the noise about the economy, data shows stability underneath it all. Here’s what the latest reports from Zillow, Redfin, the National Association of Realtors, and Steven Thomas say about current market conditions, along with insights from economist Dr. Chris Thornberg from Nuvision’s recent Economic Forecast Webinar.

Is the housing market finally slowing down? Our September report analyzes trends from Zillow, Redfin, and the National Association of Realtors, revealing why sellers are pulling back, buyers are hesitating, and what new opportunities are emerging for you.

After a strong start to the year, the housing market is showing signs of fatigue. Rising inventory, persistent affordability issues, and stalled buyer demand have tilted the balance of power back toward home shoppers in many regions. As we head into the second half of 2025, here’s what industry analysts and housing platforms are saying about the state of the market.

Home buyers are finally catching a break—but it's complicated. So what’s really happening in the market now? Here's what the latest numbers from Zillow, Redfin, the National Association of Realtors (NAR), and housing analyst Steven Thomas are showing.

Do you feel like you're constantly being told the housing market is in trouble? At Nuvision, we're committed to cutting through these conflicting narratives by providing clear, straightforward insights. Here’s what's really happening, based on the latest data from Zillow, Redfin, the National Association of Realtors (NAR), and housing expert Steven Thomas.