12 Best Strategies for Spring 2026 Homebuying
Don't wait until March. Get started on your Spring 2026 homebuying plans now.
December 23, 2025 10 min read
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Borrowers seem to be shopping around less for the best rates when refinancing their mortgages, says a new report. But it could cost them dearly.
According to National Association of Realtors® research, a 1% decrease in rates could add about 5.5 million households ... to the pool of potential buyers.
Credit bureau Equifax yesterday unveiled a significant improvement in how lenders can provide borrowers with more accurate and faster pre-approvals.
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The bipartisan ROAD to Housing Bill is full of good ideas to help renters and home buyers.
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Major agencies expect rates to hover around 6.2% in 2026. On-the-ground industry experts say this sideways rate movement will help balance the market.
Home prices soared in rural counties when urbanites fled COVID-19. But this pandemic migration created continuing housing affordability issues for existing residents.
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As a first-time homeowner, there’s a lot you’re going to need to learn about your new mortgage. These eleven topics will provide a strong foundation of knowledge to get you on the right track.
Lower mortgage rates have spurred a refinance boom. But there may be a downside.
It's the end of the 620 minimum credit score for Fannie and Freddie. But that doesn't mean a free for all.
Buy Now, Pay Later lender Klarna worries lenders will penalize borrowers who use its service.
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