08/26/2026
US Housing Prices Keep Climbing
As someone who has guided clients through many market cycles since 2002, I’ve seen firsthand how resilient home prices can be—even when many are hoping for a shift. Across the country, we’re still seeing more buyers than available homes, which is keeping prices strong, even as the post-pandemic rush has leveled off. In areas where there are more new builds and less demand, buyers are finally getting a bit more negotiating power, with listings often sitting on the market a little longer. According to economists, sales are actually up despite higher mortgage rates, thanks to steady job and income growth nationwide. For those wondering about affordability, it’s a mixed bag: incomes are rising a bit faster than home prices, but those higher rates remain a real hurdle in the short term. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, investor, or planning a move in the High Desert, navigating these shifting dynamics is all about having the right information and support at every stage.
