06/10/2026
🏡 The real estate market may feel uncertain, but activity is still happening.
A recent Homes.com article shared that mortgage applications increased, with refinance applications up 15% and purchase-loan demand up 7%.
🏡Here’s what that means in everyday real estate terms:
People are still looking at their options.
Some are reviewing their current mortgage.
Some are checking to see what they may qualify for.
And some are watching for the right opportunity to make a move.
📉That does not mean the market is easy.
It means the market is still active, but today’s clients are paying closer attention to monthly payment, interest rates, home condition, pricing, and overall value.
🎯For buyers, this is why it matters to speak with a lender before assuming now is not the right time. Real numbers give you a clearer picture than guessing.
🎯For sellers, this is a reminder that demand is still present, but pricing and presentation matter. A home needs to make sense on paper and in person.
📉The market may be shifting, but preparation still matters.
Whether you are buying, selling, or simply trying to understand your next step, start with the numbers and the right conversation.
Ruby Miller, REALTOR®
JLA Realty
210-716-8216
Source: Homes.com News
“Mortgage applications climb as borrowers find openings in volatile market”
https://www.homes.com/news/mortgage-applications-climb-as-borrowers-find-openings-in-volatile-market/374680256/
Key takeawaysMortgage applications rose 10.8% in the week ended Friday, the largest increase since February, according to data released Wednesday by