09/20/2026
After a busy week (mortgage rates up to 6.95% and the Fed's first rate hike since 2023), here's what's on deck for York & Lancaster County buyers and sellers:
🗓️ This week's key releases
• Tue–Thu: Treasury 2-, 5-, and 7-year note auctions
• Wed: MBA mortgage applications
• Thu: Freddie Mac's weekly mortgage rate update and New Home Sales
• Fri: Durable Goods orders and final U. Michigan consumer sentiment
• All week: Fed speakers commenting on the path ahead
🏡 Local market pulse: Lancaster County had 685 active listings in August (up from 612 a year ago), and homes averaged 19 days on market at 103.8% of original list price. York County's August median sale price was $326,000, with 517 homes sold.
💡 Buyer tip: Compare quotes from at least three lenders before you lock. A small rate difference adds up over 30 years.
💡 Seller tip: Well-priced homes are still selling above list, so price it right from day one and make showings easy.
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📞 Kurt: 717.965.7763 | Susan: 717.965.7764
🏢 Office: 717.316.8777
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Susan & Kurt Johnston, REALTORS® — Iron Valley Real Estate of York County