Valentina Forgione- Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

10/12/2026

Competition Intensifies for New York City Homes
As someone who’s witnessed the ebb and flow of New York City’s housing market—and who knows a thing or two about numbers—I’m struck by how competition for homes has stayed fierce this Mid-Q3. Roughly one in five homes across NYC have been selling above asking price, a clear sign that limited inventory is fueling bidding battles. Brooklyn, in particular, is leading the charge, with about one in three homes fetching more than their list price. In Park Slope, it’s even more remarkable: over 60% of homes are selling above asking, and Brooklyn properties are moving especially quickly, often going into contract in just around two months.

Inventory is tightening, too—across NYC, the number of available homes has dropped about 5% compared to last year, with Manhattan seeing an 11% decrease. These numbers highlight just how much scarcity is shaping the market, especially for well-priced homes in prime locations. Local agents are seeing competition focused on homes that are both well-located and sensibly priced, while many potential sellers are choosing to wait things out. Having grown up around real estate and now bringing a teacher’s eye for detail, I see how crucial it is to understand these market nuances when navigating your next move.

10/11/2026

Housing Market Index Shows Continued Buyer Opportunities in September
September brought a dip in the NAHB Housing Market Index, which landed at 32—just below the forecasted 34. As someone who spent years teaching high school math, I can’t help but notice how numbers tell a story. For homebuilders, current sales came in at 35, with six-month expectations at 37. Meanwhile, price cuts have climbed to 38%, and 66% of builders are now offering sales incentives. These figures point to continued affordability concerns and softer demand across the market. Having grown up around real estate, I understand how these shifts ripple through the buying and selling process—and why keeping an eye on the data matters for every move you make.


https://www.housing-trends.com/agent-news/valentina-forgione/2069056-Housing-Market-Index-Shows-Continued-Buyer-Opportunities-in-

10/11/2026

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10/11/2026

Honoring the Significance of Indigenous Day

10/10/2026

What did pending home sales look like in August 2026?
Looking at the numbers for August 2026, pending home sales in the U.S. edged up by 0.3% compared to the previous month, but were down 4.7% from a year earlier. Regional trends were distinct: the West and South posted increases, while the Midwest and Northeast saw decreases. With mortgage rates averaging 6.67%, it’s a season where buyers may find themselves with more negotiating power as we head into fall and winter. My background in both real estate and education makes me appreciate how important it is to interpret these shifts clearly—helping clients understand what the numbers really mean for their next move.


https://www.housing-trends.com/agent-news/valentina-forgione/2074330-What-did-pending-home-sales-look-like-in-August-2026%3F

10/09/2026

Homebuilder Sentiment Remains Resilient Amid September Shifts
As someone who has always believed in learning from every trend and challenge, I’m taking note of the latest NAHB report: builder sentiment in the single-family home market has dropped to 32 this September. The reasons—rising mortgage rates, higher building costs, labor shortages, and tight lending—are leading to more price cuts and sales incentives, while sales conditions and buyer traffic have both taken a hit. It’s a reminder of how quickly market dynamics can shift, affecting buyers and sellers alike. Having grown up around real estate and now working in the field myself, I see firsthand how these shifts play out in our communities—and why staying informed matters for everyone navigating this landscape. Regional confidence is varying, so each local market may tell a slightly different story.


https://www.housing-trends.com/agent-news/valentina-forgione/2070856-Homebuilder-Sentiment-Remains-Resilient-Amid-September-Shift

10/08/2026

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10/08/2026

US Home Prices: What the Median Misses
There’s a fascinating story behind the numbers we see in the housing market. In Q2 2026, the national median price for new single-family homes stood at $410,700, while existing homes reached $435,700—a $25,000 gap that set a new record for separation between the two. This reversal, which began back in Q2 2024, was driven by a combination of factors. Many homeowners, still benefitting from their low mortgage rates secured during the pandemic, chose not to move, tightening up the supply of existing homes. Meanwhile, builders adapted by constructing on smaller lots, designing more compact homes, and offering incentives to attract today’s buyers. But these national figures don’t tell every local story—regional differences, diverse property types, lot sizes, and the reality of rising construction costs all play a role in shaping median prices. By Q2 2026, we saw new-home prices dip by about 1% year over year, while existing-home prices continued their upward trend, albeit at a slower pace of roughly 2% after three years of steady increases. My background in mathematics helps me appreciate how each data point reflects a unique set of market forces, and I’m always mindful that behind every statistic, real people and communities are affected. It’s a perspective I bring from both my teaching days and my lifelong connection to real estate.

10/08/2026

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10/07/2026

US Existing Home Sales Hit a 14-Month Low
With my background in both math and real estate, I find it fascinating to watch the numbers tell a story about today’s housing market. Recently, US existing-home sales dropped below 4 million in Mid-Q3, hitting a 14-month low at an annual pace of 3.98 million. That’s a 2% dip month-over-month, reflecting a softer level of buyer activity across the country.

At the same time, the average 30-year fixed mortgage hovered around 7% in Mid-Q3. Inventory built up to a 4.9-month supply, which is giving buyers more choices as listings increase nationwide. The median existing-home price climbed to $429,100 — a record for Mid-Q3 — with higher-priced homes leading the activity.

Rising wages and steady job growth are helping support demand, and with more homes available, buyers are finding better opportunities to negotiate. In Mid-Q3, first-time buyers made up 30% of all purchases, 27% of deals were all cash, and homes stayed on the market for about 31 days. As someone who has always enjoyed analyzing trends, I see these shifts as opportunities for both buyers and sellers to make informed decisions.