Falling Home Prices Are Bad — Except When They're Good Sometimes falling home prices and rents are caused by declining populations. But other times they're a sign of a booming city maximizing its economic potential. by Peter Warden in Economy June 29, 2026 4 min read
Mortgage Rates Today, June 29, 2026: Markets Hold Their Breath Over Middle East Peace Markets are uncertain whether military actions by Iran and the U.S. are a hiccup or the end of peace talks. So, investors wait for firm news. by Peter Warden in Rates June 29, 2026 4 min read
Expect the Unexpected: Homes Need (Often Costly) Repairs and Maintenance Some 60% of recent homebuyers say they spent more on repairs than they expected. "Move-in ready" doesn't always mean what people think. by Peter Warden in Real Estate June 27, 2026 4 min read
Mortgage Rates Today, June 26, 2026: Consumer Sentiment Data Due This Morning The consumer sentiment index is due this morning. Absent other shocks, it could affect mortgage rates. by Peter Warden in Rates June 26, 2026 4 min read
Bipartisan Housing Bill Clears Congress, Awaits President's Signature The 21st Century Road to Housing Act won a huge majority in the House on Tuesday. It's the biggest housing initiative in 36 years. by Peter Warden in Real Estate June 25, 2026 4 min read
Mortgage Rates Today, June 25, 2026: Crucial Inflation Report Due This Morning The Fed's favorite gauge of inflation is due this morning, along with the latest GDP figure. by Peter Warden in Rates June 25, 2026 5 min read
Mortgage Rates Today, June 24, 2026: Rates Barely Budging. But It Could Be Different Tomorrow No news from the Middle East + no important economic reports = moribund mortgage rates. by Peter Warden in Rates June 24, 2026 5 min read
National Association of Realtors Expects a Stronger Housing Market in 2026 The National Association of Realtors' chief economist expects a stronger housing market in 2026, with home sales and prices both rising 4%. by Peter Warden in Economy June 23, 2026 4 min read