What’s the prediction for the 2026 housing market? Is this the year buyers will stop waiting? Forecasters are split, predicting anywhere from 1.7% to 14% growth in home sales. That 12-point gap reveals the central question facing the housing market: how much will slightly lower mortgage rates and slowly eroding lock-in effects actually unlock pent-up demand? What’s the forecast for California?
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Seller’s Checklist: A Timeline to Prep Your Home for Sale
We’re still in a seller’s market, but that doesn’t mean your home is guaranteed to easily sell. If you want to maximize your sales price, it’s still important to prepare your home before putting it on the market. Here’s a seller’s checklist to help you maximize your sales price and minimize your stress.
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