Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago

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Fewer homes are selling, buyers are stepping aside, yet prices keep pushing higher. The newest data from the National Association of Realtors shows a clear slowdown in demand, but tight inventory and firm pricing are preventing any real correction. That is not typical market behavior. When sales drop but values stay elevated, it signals a disconnect. Let’s dig into what the numbers actually reveal and what this means for affordability moving forward.