Consumer News Home Sales Are Still Falling But That’s Not Helping Buyers

What will happen to home prices in 2026? Here's what experts say buyers should know now.

As 2026 approaches, the direction of home prices is also up in the air, so we spoke with mortgage and real estate professionals to get their predictions about where home prices could head next year. Read More

Deals for home sales are increasingly falling through in an uncertain economy: ‘I’m grieving the loss of that house’

As deals fall through, stubborn sellers are simply pulling their homes off the market. Delistings nationwide jumped 52% in September, according to Realtor.com data. Some of these sellers still enjoy ... Read More

Home Sales Rose in September, Boosted by Falling Mortgage Rates

Home sales rose in September to a seven-month high after buyers seized on declining mortgage rates, offering some hope that the housing market could be improving. Sales of existing homes rose 1.5% ... Read More

Discounts fail to lure buyers as home sales stagnate nationwide

Buyers are holding back, saying even with discounts, monthly payments are still too high, especially when you add in property taxes and insurance. Read More

Home sales hit 7-month high as falling mortgage rates tempt buyers

Sales of previously occupied US homes accelerated in September as declining mortgage rates and a pickup in available properties on the market encouraged home shoppers. Existing home sales rose 1.5% ... Read More

Home Sales Rose in September, Boosted by Falling Mortgage Rates

WSJ’s Veronica Dagher breaks down the three big goals that homeowners should consider before refinancing their mortgages. Photo Illustration: Noah Higgins-Dunn Home sales rose in September to a ... Read More