February 2026

February 6, 2026 Economic and Housing Market Update

February 6, 2026 Economic and Housing Market Update

February 6, 2026 Overview – The Realtor.com® economics teamvideoupdategives you the relevant economic and real estate information you need to know each week every Friday to navigate the housing market as a homebuyer, home seller, or industry professional. – For the week ending February 6, Realtor.com®Chief Economist Danielle Halediscusses the recent government shutdown and whatRead …

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Weekly Housing Trends: U.S. Market Update (Week Ending Jan. 31, 2026)

Weekly Housing Trends: U.S. Market Update (Week Ending Jan. 31, 2026)

Welcome to this weekly housing trends update, where we bring you the latest snapshot of inventory trends, listing activity, and buyer-seller dynamics across the U.S. housing market. In addition to our monthly housing trends reports, which offer deeper insights into long-term patterns, we publish these weekly updates to provide more timely views into market changes.Read …

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Is Finishing Your Basement Worth It? Real Estate Experts Weigh In

Is Finishing Your Basement Worth It? Real Estate Experts Weigh In

If there’s one thing almost every homeowner—or aspiring buyer—craves, it’s more space. A home office. A playroom. A guest suite. Or somewhere to put the treadmill you’ve been meaning to use. While accessory dwelling units (ADUs) are an increasingly popular option, the most obvious answer might be under your feet: the basement. We asked Realtors®Read …

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January 2026 Housing Market Trends: Inventory Recovery Stalls as Demand Ticks Up

January 2026 Housing Market Trends: Inventory Recovery Stalls as Demand Ticks Up

– Inventory rose, but the recovery lost steam. Active listings increased 10% year over year, marking the 27th straight month of gains, but growth has slowed for nine consecutive months. – The nationwide inventory recovery has reversed course after significant progress in 2025. Active listings are now 17.2% below pre-pandemic norms, the widest gap sinceRead …

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