Michelle Gaut, Realtor

06/03/2026

One of the biggest questions I’m getting right now is: “What’s going to happen with the housing market in the second half of the year?”

And it makes sense why everyone is asking.

Affordability is tight. Rates feel high. Prices do too.

And people want to know if the second half of the year is going to be better.

Here's the honest answer. A lot of it depends on what happens with inflation – and the lingering uncertainty overseas. But even in today’s market, there’s opportunity, if you know where to look.

Want a breakdown of what’s impacting the market, where experts think things could go from here, and what you can actually do about it?

Send a DM or drop a comment below and I can send you over an article that breaks it all down.



Michelle Gaut | REALTOR®
The Southside Group Real Estate
michelle.exploremdhomes.com
(240)256-3020

06/03/2026

The Mid-Year Housing Market Update: Why Forecasts Changed in 2026

The housing market hasn’t rebounded as quickly as experts originally hoped. But that doesn’t mean it’s stalled.

Higher inflation and lingering economic uncertainty caused economists to revise their forecasts for this year. But importantly, when those two things settle down, many experts believe the market will regain its momentum.

So don’t see this revision in forecasts as a sign of trouble. See it as a temporary reaction to overall conditions and uncertainty.

If you want to know what’s happening in our local market, and what it could mean for your plans for the rest of this year, let’s connect.



Michelle Gaut | REALTOR®
The Southside Group Real Estate
michelle.exploremdhomes.com
(240)256-3020

If the housing market feels confusing right now, you’re not alone.

06/02/2026

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05/29/2026

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05/27/2026

The Truth About Affordability Today

Yes, rates have been volatile, and global instability is keeping them from settling down anytime soon. There’s no sugar coating that. But the full picture of affordability is more nuanced than the headlines suggest.

Want to run the real numbers for your situation? Let's talk. Reach out and let's set up a quick, no-pressure conversation.



Michelle Gaut | REALTOR®
The Southside Group Real Estate
michelle.exploremdhomes.com
(240)256-3020

Let's be real with each other for a second about affordability.

05/27/2026

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Join us on:
📅 Sunday, May 31, 2026
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For more information, contact us:
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The Southside Group Real Estate
📲 Text/Call 240.256.3020
📞Office 301.298.2892
📧 email [email protected]
🌏 Start searching at www.exploremdhomes.com

05/27/2026

After a year or more of rates coming down, things have changed. And lately, mortgage rates have been climbing again.

And if that's made you wonder whether you should delay your move until they drop, you're not the only one.

The honest truth is that rates probably won't come down much until inflation cools off and some of the global uncertainty settles. And no one knows exactly when that'll be.

But what most headlines won't tell you is that rates aren't the only thing that affects affordability. Sure, they’re a big factor, but not all of the affordability news is bad.

Wages, home prices, and inventory are all trending in a direction that could still help make your move possible.

Want to know what that actually looks like for your situation? Drop a comment or send me a DM.

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Michelle Gaut | REALTOR®
The Southside Group Real Estate
michelle.exploremdhomes.com
(240)256-3020

05/25/2026

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