Analysis
Why Inventory Is Tight in 2026 (Not Just Rates)
Homeowners are staying put longer, and a record number of homes are being inherited. Together, they help explain why supply feels stuck.
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News
ISM Services Inflation Signal for Homebuyers
ISM shows services still expanding while prices ticked higher. Here's how that can affect rates, lender quotes, and your monthly payment.
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ADP Hiring Slowed in January: Buyer/Renter Impact
ADP shows private hiring nearly stalled in January. Here's why that matters for mortgage rates, negotiations, and your rent vs buy math.
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Government Reopens: What It Means for Closings
The shutdown is over and agencies reopen Feb 4, 2026. Here's what should restart, what may still be slow, and a checklist if you're under contract.
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Jobs Report Delayed: Mortgage Rates and Your Next Move
The January jobs report delay increases rate uncertainty. Here is a practical checklist for buyers and renters to decide without waiting on one release.
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Shutdown House Vote: Housing Closing Checklist
House votes Feb 3, 2026 on the deal to end the shutdown. Here's what it funds, what can slow down, and a closing checklist you can use.
Analysis
DHS/ICE Funding Bottleneck: What to Watch
DHS/ICE funding is the sticking point keeping the shutdown alive. What's in play, what's next, and what it means for your housing timeline.
News
Shutdown: What Stays Open vs. Slows Down
What stays open, what slows down, and how a government shutdown can affect housing timelines, loans, taxes, and travel.
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Shutdown Weekend: What It Means for Closings
A partial shutdown began Saturday, Jan 31, 2026, with a House vote expected Monday. Most deals should keep moving, but a few federal bottlenecks can still slow timelines.
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Executive Order Targets Institutional Homebuying
A new Executive Order aims to limit big investors in single-family homes. Here's what it does, what comes next, and what buyers should watch now.
Analysis
FHFA: Prices +0.6% in November, 2026 Map
The FHFA House Price Index rose 0.6% in November and 1.9% year over year, but the real story is regional. Here's what's cooling, holding up, and how to plan.
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