Housing is expensive. Mortgage rates are higher than they were in early 2020. Home prices climbed fast. That much is true. But the full story is more nuanced. The latest housing market data for 2026 shows several trends moving in a better direction. Before making a major financial decision based on headlines or social media, here’s what the numbers actually say. Mortgage rates still matter more than almost anything else when it comes to your […]
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A year ago, many buyers in Northern Virginia and the Eastern Panhandle ran the numbers and quietly closed their spreadsheets. Today, those numbers look different. With mortgage rates dipping to 5.99%, affordability has shifted in a way we have not seen in months. For buyers who felt boxed in by their budget, this could be the opening you have been waiting for. Let’s break down what a 5.99% mortgage rate in Northern Virginia and the […]
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